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Over 2,300 H1N1 Cases Among 3,000 Influenza Infections ; CM Calls For Emergency Meeting

NEW DELHI, Aug 25: Delhi Health Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh on Tuesday said that Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has called for an emergency review meeting amid a rise in influenza cases in the national capital. Asserting that the situation was under control with adequate doctors and medicines, Singh said Delhi has reported around 3,000 influenza…

Over 2,300 H1N1 Cases Among 3,000 Influenza Infections ; CM Calls For Emergency Meeting
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Govt Restricts Fixed Dose Combinations Containing 2 Chemical Compounds For Young Children
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Govt Restricts Fixed Dose Combinations Containing 2 Chemical Compounds For Young Children

NEW DELHI, Aug 22: In a significant step to safeguard the health and safety of young children, the Government has imposed restrictions on the manufacture, sale and distribution of all fixed dose combinations containing Chlorpheniramine Maleate and Phenylephrine Hydrochloride, mandating a clear warning that these medicines shall not be used in children below four years…

Enrolment In Govt Schools Fell By Nearly 86 Lakh Between 2023-24 And 2025-26: MoE Report

New Delhi, Jul 7: Enrolment in government schools fell by nearly 86 lakh between 2023-24 and 2025-26 while private unaided recognised schools added more than 88 lakh students during the same period, according to the UDISE 2025-26 report released by the Ministry of Education. UDISE+ (Unified District Information System for Education Plus) is the Centre’s…

Enrolment In Govt Schools Fell By Nearly 86 Lakh Between 2023-24 And 2025-26: MoE Report
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Jaishankar Meets Chinese VP; Says Normalisation Of Ties Can Produce Mutually Beneficial Outcomes
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Jaishankar Meets Chinese VP; Says Normalisation Of Ties Can Produce Mutually Beneficial Outcomes

Beijing, Jul 14: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday conveyed to Chinese Vice President Han Zheng that continued normalisation of India-China ties can produce mutually beneficial outcomes and an open exchange of views between the two sides is “very important” considering the “complex” global scenario. The external affairs minister held talks with Zheng shortly…

Ahead of PM Modi’s visit to J&K, security forces conduct search for possible cross-border tunnels
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Ahead of PM Modi’s visit to J&K, security forces conduct search for possible cross-border tunnels

SAMBA: Amid increased security in the Union territory ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit next week, the Border Security Force (BSF) and the Jammu and Kashmir Police jointly searched the Samba district on Saturday for any potential cross-border tunnel along the International Border, according to officials. In the last few decades, security authorities in the Samba, Kathua, and Jammu districts along the International Border with Pakistan have discovered approximately twelve cross-border tunnels that were used to smuggle guns, drugs, and terrorists across the border. Recently, the police declared that anyone who assists in finding these tunnels used by "anti-national elements" would receive a cash prize of Rs 5 lakh.On February 20, Modi will be in Jammu to officially launch and lay the groundwork for 209 projects totaling Rs 3,161 crore. Additionally, he will speak at a public gathering at Jammu's Maulana Azad Stadium. According to the officials, the BSF and the police together carried out a two-hour anti-tunnelling operation in the Ramgarh area of the Samba district as part of the increased security measures in anticipation of Modi's visit. Around 9.45 am, the operation began, and according to search teams, nothing unusual was discovered on the ground. According to the officials, BSF forces stationed at the IB and police officers staffing the border posts have been placed on high alert, particularly in light of the recent ceasefire breach by Pakistan Rangers. They have also been instructed to keep a close eye out for any suspicious activity coming from the other side of the border. In addition to the border areas along the IB, security measures have been strengthened along the hinterland and the Line of Control (LoC) to thwart any attempt by terrorists to carry out an attack, the officials said. They added that security forces have increased area dominance, checking, and patrolling in sensitive areas to keep the peace. Indian border guards retaliated after Pakistan Rangers broke the truce on Wednesday night by firing on a BSF post at Makwal along the IB in the R S Pura sector. After 25 minutes of cross-border gunfire, the BSF strongly protested the unwarranted firing with their counterparts. In the previous six days, Pakistani drones were fired upon three times by army personnel stationed to guard the Line of Control. [caption id="attachment_11166" align="alignnone" width="300"] Ahead of PM Modi's visit to J&K, security forces conduct search for possible cross-border tunnels[/caption]    

Paytm QR, Soundbox, Card machines to work beyond March 15, says company in exchange filing
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Paytm QR, Soundbox, Card machines to work beyond March 15, says company in exchange filing

NEW DELHI: In its filing with the NSE and BSE on Friday, the Fintech giant Paytm confirmed that the Paytm app will continue to function flawlessly even beyond March 15, 2024. This comprises the Card Machine, Soundbox, and Made-in-India All-in-One QR Code. It was stated in the document that the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has independently confirmed this using its FAQ list, which is accessible to the public. The pioneer of mobile payments has guaranteed continued peak performance from its devices to its merchant partners. They can still benefit from Paytm's cutting-edge technologies, such as Card Machines, Soundboxes, and QR codes, according to the petition.According to the petition, One 97 Communications Ltd., the parent company of Paytm, moved its nodal account to Axis Bank and opened an escrow account in order to maintain smooth merchant settlements. "We are dedicated to giving our merchant partners flawless service while putting an emphasis on legal compliance and regulatory requirements. We guarantee our users that the Paytm app and our innovative gadgets, such as the Paytm QR, Soundbox, and Card Machine, will function flawlessly with this guidance. By opening an escrow account and moving the nodal account to Axis Bank, smooth merchant settlements will continue as before.In its submission, a Paytm representative stated, "We aim to continue empowering Indians, significantly contributing to the country's journey towards financial inclusion." The RBI earlier on Friday extended the period by 15 days for Paytm Payments Bank to accept deposits and released a number of FAQs to address concerns from customers. [caption id="attachment_11141" align="alignnone" width="300"] Paytm QR, Soundbox, Card machines to work beyond March 15, says company in exchange filing[/caption]