North East - The Purbottar

22 Mar

Sonam Kapoor Defends Kanika Kapoor, Who Tested Coronavirus Positive; Gets Trolled On Twitter

editor0 CommentsNorth East

"This trial by media needs to stop," Sonam Kapoor wrote in her Instagram story, defending singer Kanika Kapoor, who continues to face severe backlash on the Internet. And within minutes, found her feed flooded with trolls sending hate messages. Kanika Kapoor is being criticised for not going into quarantine immediately after returning from the UK and having attended a party in Lucknow. The Bollywood singer announced she tested positive for coronavirus on Friday, creating panic among guests, including several politicians, who also attended the dinner. In a tweet on Saturday afternoon, Sonam Kapoor lodged her support for the singer and…

22 Mar

From Gin To Disinfectants, Distillery Changes Business To Fight Virus

editor0 CommentsNorth East

A Belgian distillery has switched from producing gin to disinfectants after medical authorities sought additional supplies to cope with coronavirus spreading in the country.The Belgian government said on Friday it would provide 1 billion euros ($1.1 billion) urgently to help hospitals face the crisis, with 2,257 cases confirmed so far and 37 deaths recorded.In the town of Wichelen, the Rubbens distillery decided to play its part: it started treating the alcohol that normally goes into gin and genever - a juniper-flavored liquor - with ether, producing a disinfectant liquid for hands and surfaces.

22 Mar

Social Distancing Has Serena Williams “On Edge” Amid Coronavirus Pandemic

editor0 CommentsNorth East

Tennis great Serena Williams says she is "on edge" as she practices social distancing recommended by health experts in a bid to slow the spread of coronavirus. The 23-time Grand Slam champion posted a series of videos on TikTok describing her concerns for her 2-year-old daughter, Olympia. "Now I've been social distancing for actually a really long time, for probably two weeks now, and every little thing makes me crazy," the 38-year-old superstar said. "And by anxiety I mean I'm just on edge. Any time anyone sneezes around me or coughs I get crazy. I don't hang out with anyone,…

22 Mar

Juventus Superstar Paulo Dybala, AC Milan Legend Paolo Maldini Test Positive For Coronavirus

editor0 CommentsNorth East

Argentina striker Paulo Dybala said Saturday that he has become the third Juventus player to test positive for coronavirus while former AC Milan defender Paolo Maldini revealed that he and his son have also been infected. "Hi everyone. I just wanted to let you know that we have received the Covid-19 test results and that Oriana (Sabatini, his girlfriend) and I are positive," the 26-year-old Dybala tweeted. "Fortunately, we are perfectly fine. Thank you for your messages."Italian champions Juventus said that Dybala had been self-isolating since Wednesday."He will continue to be monitored. He is well and is asymptomatic," said the…

22 Mar

No Trains Till Wednesday, Say Sources, 2 More Coronavirus Deaths.

editor0 CommentsNorth East

Trains across the country will not run till March 25, sources said as the number of coronavirus or COVID-19 cases crossed 300 last night in the biggest jump the country has seen. Two more coronavirus-linked deaths took place - one in Bihar and the other in Mumbai, taking the total number of deaths to six. There are 341 active coronavirus cases, the country's nodal testing body Indian Council of Medical Research said on Sunday, as millions across India observed a 14-hour self-quarantine or "Janata Curfew" recommended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The health ministry said as of 10.45 pm on…

13 Mar

AIMED Urges Govt.to Regulate Prices of Masks & Hand Sanitisers for Patient Safety,Adequate Quality Controls & Fair Pricing

editor0 CommentsNorth East

Due to the ongoing Corona Virus related crisis and supply chain disruptions and the sudden rise in Covid-19 patients in India, not only have prices of medical masks and hand sanitiser shot up, the domestic market is now flooded with sub-standard and low-quality products as some retailers and unorganised mask manufacturers are cashing in on the virus terror. There are unethical forces at work playing with the market and creating artificial shortages and thus giving a bad name to many of the sincere Manufacturers, some of whom are contacting AIMED with their concerns on the falling Standards of Quality & Safety as there is sudden mushrooming…

03 Mar

MAKAUT, WB Hosted an Event on National Science Day

editor0 CommentsNorth East

Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology, West Bengal has recently hosted an event on the occasion of National Science Day at their main Campus (Haringhata) with the objective of spreading a message on the importance of science and its applications among the student fraternity. The University exhibited innovative projects created by its student community on that day. As the theme of this year's Science Day Celebrations is 'Women in Science', the Hon'ble Vice-Chancellor Prof. (Dr.) Saikat Maitra has decided to place all the female faculty members under the limelight. The organization of the event witnessed women at the frontline and the programme…

02 Mar

Prayer meet of Corona Virus

editor0 CommentsNorth East

The Chinese Consul General in Kolkata, Zha Liyou, attended a prayer meet to send out a message of love, solidarity and healing to the people of China, reeling from the outbreak of coronavirus. The prayer meet organized by Rakshak Foundation at Press Club on March 2nd 2020 was attended by spiritual leaders and religions, such as Dr. Arunjyoti Bikkhu, Buddhist Monk, Sisters from the Apostolic Carmel, Rev. Archbishop, Samuel Pavana Raju, from the Catholic Church, Brahmakumari Manisha along with other well wishers such as Mr. Satnam Singh Ahluwalia, Founder, United Interfaith Foundation, Mr. Owaiz Aslam, Founder, Indian Pluralism Foundation and…

29 Feb

Indian Women Network deliberates on Single Parenting and New Family Models

editor0 CommentsNorth East

The CII – Indian Women Network, West Bengal Chapter, organized a session on Parental Journeys: The New Family today in Kolkata. The session, comprising of 2 panel discussions, is scheduled to start from 1600 hrs. The CII- IWN West Bengal Chapter considers it necessary that substantive brainstorming is done on this very relevant subject of single parenthood and the way forward to ensure that socially, culturally, psychologically and legally such a status of being a ‘single parent’ becomes easy and also assimilation and inclusiveness in the society is taken forward. Such a discussion dovetails with CII-IWN, WB’s agenda of encouraging leadership and capacity…

26 Feb

Samsung launches New 2020 Air Conditioners (West Bengal)

editorNorth East

Samsung, India’s largest and most trusted consumer electronics and smartphones brand, today launched its new 2020 air conditioners line-up in West Bengal, introducing models across segments and at very competitive price points, thereby becoming a full range player in the AC category. With this new line-up Samsung is aiming to double its AC business in West Bengal. The new line-up of 41 models, aesthetically designed and priced to suit every home, comes with attractive floral patterns and premium strip design. Samsung has also expanded its copper condenser range to 32 models to match customer demand across the country, in each…