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26 May

International Day for Biological Diversity

editor0 CommentsNorth EastInternational Day for Biological Diversity

Countries around the world celebrate the International Day for Biological Diversity and on the very date, with an increasing attention towards biodiversity, JICA India Office revealed its plan to further support biodiversity conservation. An impact study is going to be launched in June for reviewing a decade long support for Tamil Nadu Biodiversity Conservation and Greening Project (TBGP). The impact study will be implemented within 6 months, assessing the effectiveness of each project component. The result of the study and key takeaways will be widely shared with Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change and Forest Department of each state.…

25 May

Gynaecologist explains what pregnant couples should know regarding the Covid-19 vaccines

editor0 CommentsHealth, Lifestylecovid vaccine, Health, INDIA, pregnant

According to Dr Gayatri Deshpande, senior consultant, gynaecology and obstetrics at Nanavati Max Super Speciality Hospital, in India, there are millions of lactating mothers, expecting women, and women attempting pregnancy. “The vaccine doesn’t only negate the risk of infection, but also substantially reduces its severity. Thus, the advantages of vaccination outweigh risks by a huge margin.” “Over 5,000 pregnant and lactating women presented a robust immune response post-vaccination in a recent study done in the United States,” she said, adding: “The protective antibodies were isolated in the umbilical cord at the time of delivery and in the breast milk, which…

25 May

Racist arrested for his racist remark

editor0 CommentsArunachal PradeshParas Singh arrested for his racist remark

Paras Singh has been arrested for his slurs against Arunachal MLA, had said Arunachal was a part of China.Paras Singh, who goes by the name 'Paras Official' on his YouTube channel, had in a video posted on Sunday termed Congress MLA Ninong Ering a "non-Indian" and apparently claimed the "state was a part of China"The Arunachal Pradesh government has filed a case against a social media influencer from Punjab for his alleged racial remarks against a Congress MLA, and "ill will towards the people of the state".

25 May

IPL 2021 final might be held on October 9 or 10.

editor0 CommentsNorth EastIPL 2021

The postponed Indian Premier League will resume tentatively on September 18 or 19 in the UAE with as many as 10 double-headers expected to be played during a three-week window, a senior BCCI official told PTI on Tuesday. The final might be held on October 9 or 10. The three-week window will be enough for the league to complete its remaining 31 games for the season, a win-win scenario for all the primary stakeholders including the BCCI, franchises and broadcasters. "The BCCI has spoken to all the stakeholders and the likely start could be between September 18th to 20th. Since…

25 May

Sushil Kumar taken to Chhatrasal Stadium to recreate crime scene

editor0 CommentsNorth Eastcrime, Delhi police, Sushil Kumar

Sushil Kumar was taken to the Chhatrasal Stadium early at 4 am on Tuesday in New Delhi by Delhi Police's Crime Branch team as a part of investigation into the murder of a 23-year-old wrestler at the iconic venue and the crime scene was recreated. This 2-time Olympic medalist was also taken to his Model Town residence for further investigation. He was interrogated for close to 4 hours on Monday by the police after he was under police custody for 6 days. Sushil and his associate Ajay Kumar were arrested from Delhi's Mundka area on Sunday morning for the alleged involvement in…

25 May

COVID-19 vaccine: Bharat Biotech’s US partner Ocugen submits ‘Master File’ on Covaxin to FDA

editor0 CommentsNorth Eastbharat biotech, covaccine, Covid-19, Ocugen

Indian vaccine manufacturer Bharat Biotech's American partner Ocugen submitted a 'Master File' to the US Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday in regards to its Coronavirus vaccine candidate-- Covaxin. Ocugen which is evaluating the clinical and regulatory path for Covaxin in the United States is working on obtaining the EUA for its commercialization in the US. Ocugen has submitted scores of data including preclinical studies, chemistry, manufacturing, and controls (CMC), and clinical studies to the FDA for review and input in its 'Master File'. In a recent regulatory filing, Ocugen has said. "The company is currently evaluating the clinical and regulatory path for COVAXIN in the United…

25 May

Akshay to help in providing monthly rations to junior choreographers and background dancers

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The COVID-19 pandemic and the second wave have once again left many in trouble, jobless. In the film industry, shootings have been either shifted to different cities or shoots have come to a halt owing to the surge in cases. Amid this, Akshay Kumar has stepped up to help 3600 dancers with monthly ration amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Choreographer Ganesh Acharya said that for his 50th birthday, Akshay Kumar had asked him what he wanted and Acharya requested him to help 1600 junior choreographers and aged dancers and about 2000 background dancers with a month’s ration. Acharya revealed that Akshay…

25 May

Petrol-Diesel prices increase across the country

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The oil marketing companies (OMC) hiked petrol and diesel prices on Tuesday across the country. Petrol price was increased by 23 paise per litre and diesel by 25 paise a litre, according to a price notification of state-owned fuel retailers. After today’s hike, petrol prices in Delhi rose to Rs 93.44 per litre against Rs 93.21 on Monday, while diesel price soared to Rs 84.32 per litre as compared to Rs 84.07 a litre on Monday. Rates had already crossed the Rs 100-mark in several cities in Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra and with the latest increase, the price in…

25 May

Fitness series: Comprehensive guide to bounce back from Covid-19

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Starting a fitness program is one of the best things to do for staying fit. Physical activity can reduce the risk of chronic disease, improve balance and coordination, help lose weight — and even improve sleep habits and self-esteem.. 1. To assess fitness level Assessing and recording baseline fitness scores can give you benchmarks against which to measure your progress. To enhance aerobic and muscular fitness, flexibility, and body composition, consider recording: Record pulse rate before and immediately after walking 1 mile (1.6 kilometers)Time taken to walk 1 mile, or how long it takes to run 1.5 miles (2.41 kilometers)Record…

25 May

Mehul Choksi missing: CBI seeks details from Antigua Embassy in India

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The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has swung into action after reports emerged that PNB scam accused and fugitive businessman Mehul Choksi has gone missing from Antigua and Barbuda. The agency has contacted the Antigua embassy and sought details about the whereabouts of Choksi who is uncle of the muti-crore PNB scam's key accused Nirav Modi. The CBI is verifying the reports about Choksi's missing through 'formal and informal' channels. Besides, it is also mulling to seek diplomatic help. The agency could also ask for assistance from Interpol to trace his location. Interpol helps enforcement agencies in tracking fugitives so…