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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…

IGP Kashmir Chairs Security Review Meeting In Srinagar

Srinagar, Nov 26: The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kashmir, Vidhi Kumar Birdi, held a thorough security review meeting on Sunday at the District Police Office in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, as part of a proactive effort to improve and ensure the security landscape in the area. ASP Hqrs Sgr, SP PC Srinagar, DIG CKR Sujit Kumar, SSP Srinagar Ashish Kumar Mishra, all Zonal SPs, and all GOs of district Srinagar were among the notable attendees at the meeting. Many important subjects related to the district's security situation were discussed. IGP Kashmir emphasised the need for a thorough assessment of the district's present security risks and difficulties.He gave the officers instructions to make sure law enforcement is ready to react to any security incidents quickly and efficiently. He emphasised how crucial it is for the various branches of law enforcement to work together seamlessly in order to improve the overall security apparatus.IGP Kashmir emphasised investigating methods to promote constructive interactions between law enforcement and the community, emphasising the development of cooperation and trust. In order to keep ahead of possible threats and criminal activity, he also emphasised the importance of fortifying the mechanisms for exchanging intelligence. The IGP Kashmir told the participating officers during their interaction that, in addition to caring for the weaker members of society, it is critical to strengthen security monitoring of all important establishments and locations in order to thwart the terrorists' evil plans in Srinagar.In addition, he exhorted them to take all required steps to guarantee that Srinagar City remains peaceful. VK Birdi asked the Zonal SsP to take strong measures against elements like troublemakers and rumour mongers, as well as to closely monitor anti-national and anti-social elements. He emphasised that in order to maintain a calm environment in Srinagar City, they must be more watchful and proactive on the ground. Officers were instructed by IGP Kashmir to step up surveillance and take proactive measures to keep Srinagar peaceful and stable. He emphasised that the officers needed to maintain close supervision on the terrorist associates and take all legal action required against them. [caption id="attachment_6203" align="alignnone" width="300"] IGP Kashmir Chairs Security Review Meeting In Srinagar[/caption]

India monitoring respiratory illness cases in China, says situation not alarming

NEW DELHI: On Sunday, the Chinese central government restated its close observation of the recent spike in respiratory illnesses among children in certain regions of the country. The Union Health Ministry stated that there was no reason for concern in its most recent update. There has been news of a significant increase in childhood respiratory illnesses in northern China in the past few weeks. In light of this, the Union Health Ministry has made the proactive decision to thoroughly examine the respiratory illness preparedness measures.As a precaution, states and UTs are advised to review hospital and public health preparedness measures right away. These include assessing the availability of personnel, hospital beds, influenza medications and vaccines, medical oxygen, antibiotics, personal protective equipment, testing kits, and other necessary medical supplies. They have also been requested to make sure that trends in severe acute respiratory infections (SARI) and influenza-like illnesses are properly tracked. According to data recently released by the WHO, respiratory illnesses are becoming more common in China's northern regions. According to the World Health Organisation, this increase was caused by the COVID-19 restrictions that were released at the beginning of the winter season, as well as the seasonal trend of respiratory diseases like Mycoplasma pneumonia. Despite the fact that WHO has asked Chinese authorities for more information, it is determined that there is currently no reason for concern. [caption id="attachment_6196" align="alignnone" width="300"] India monitoring respiratory illness cases in China, says situation not alarming[/caption]  

3 Lashkar-E-Taiba Terrorist Associates Arrested In Baramulla

Baramulla, Nov 26: According to the Jammu and Kashmir Police, they have seized weapons, ammunition, and other incriminating materials from the possession of three terrorist associates connected to the banned terrorist group Lashkar-e-Taiba in the Baramulla district. Two suspected individuals travelling from Kamalkote towards NHW carrying bags were stopped on November 25 during joint Naka checking and patrolling with 13 SIKHLI, 185 BN BSF, and Baramulla Police at Kalgai near Jhula Foot Bridge. They were identified as Mohammad Naseem Khanday, son of Abdul Majeed Khanday and Zameer Ahmad Khanday, residents of Madiyan Kamalkote.Three Chinese grenades and Rs 2.5 lakh in cash were found from them during the search. In light of this, a formal complaint was filed at Police Station Uri in accordance with the applicable statutes. Under intense interrogation, the two accused admitted that Manzoor Ahmad Bhatti, the son of Karam Din Bhatti, a Madiyan Kamalkote resident, had given them the cash and illegally obtained grenades so they could carry out any terrorist act. Manzoor Ahmad Bhatti was therefore selected for interrogation. He revealed during interrogation that he had given these people cash and illegally obtained grenades to be used in terrorist attacks. He also revealed that he had kept cash and one hand grenade at a known location close to his home. As a result of his revelation, one Chinese hand grenade and Rs 2.17 lakh in cash were found. In the current case, he too was taken into custody. Additional research is currently underway. [caption id="attachment_6189" align="alignnone" width="300"] 3 Lashkar-E-Taiba Terrorist Associates Arrested In Baramulla[/caption]    

Light Rain Likely In Higher Reaches Of Kashmir

SRINAGAR, Nov 26:  According to officials on Sunday, the minimum temperature in the majority of Kashmir's locations rose above freezing, offering some respite to the locals from the bitterly cold weather. Every weather station in the valley had a minimum temperature that was above freezing, with the exception of Pahalgam and Kupwara. The summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir, Srinagar, reportedly recorded a minimum temperature of zero degrees Celsius, up from minus one degree Celsius the night before, according to the officials.They claimed that a low of 0.5 degrees Celsius was recorded at the well-known ski resort of Gulmarg in north Kashmir. According to the officials, the minimum temperature in Qazigund, the town that serves as the entry point to the south Kashmir valley, was as low as minus 0.6 degrees Celsius, and the lowest temperature in Kokernag town was 1.5 degrees Celsius. At minus 1.8 degrees Celsius, the tourist destination of Pahalgam in the south Kashmir Anantnag district was the coldest place in the valley, down from minus 3.4 degrees the night before. In the north Kashmiri town of Kupwara, the minimum temperature dropped to minus 0.7 degrees Celsius.According to the Met Office, Sunday's weather is expected to be mostly dry and partly to generally cloudy. From Monday through November 30, there is a chance of light rain or snow in isolated to dispersed locations in the higher regions of Kashmir, according to the report. [caption id="attachment_6186" align="alignnone" width="300"] Light Rain Likely In Higher Reaches Of Kashmir[/caption]