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COVID-19 still a cause of worry for Mysuru
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COVID-19 still a cause of worry for Mysuru

December 7, 2024

Mysuru: Mysuru continues to grapple with the impact of COVID-19, as the district has recorded 10 deaths from the virus in 2024, the highest in Karnataka, according to the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. The State reported a total of 39 COVID-19-related deaths up to Nov. 21, 2024, with Mysuru accounting for the…

SIT to probe Covid-19 related scam: Minister H.K. Patil
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SIT to probe Covid-19 related scam: Minister H.K. Patil

November 15, 2024

Bengaluru: Following the findings of an interim report submitted by the Justice John Michael D’Cunha Commission, citing irregularities in the purchase of medical equipment during Covid-19 pandemic, the State Cabinet has decided to form Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe into the irregularities. That apart, in another significant decision, the Cabinet resolved to hand over…

Panel to study report on Rs. 1,120 cr. COVID scam
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Panel to study report on Rs. 1,120 cr. COVID scam

September 6, 2024

Bengaluru: Days after the Commission led by retired High Court Judge John Michael Cunha delivered its 1,722-page interim report to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on alleged irregularities in the management of Rs. 7,200 crore in COVID-19 funds, the Karnataka Cabinet has decided to refer the report to a committee headed by the State Chief Secretary. This…

COVID scam: D’Cunha panel submits report
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COVID scam: D’Cunha panel submits report

September 1, 2024

Bengaluru: Former Karnataka High Court Judge John Michael D’Cunha, who probed the alleged irregularities in COVID-19 management and procurements during the previous BJP Government, submitted his report to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Saturday. The Siddaramaiah Government had formed Justice Michael D’Cunha Panel in August last year to inquire into allegations of corruption in the purchase…

50:50 scheme launched in 2016; picked up pace in 2020 after COVID-19
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50:50 scheme launched in 2016; picked up pace in 2020 after COVID-19

July 26, 2024

Mysore/Mysuru: For the record, the 50:50 scheme was initially introduced in 2016 but faced numerous hurdles and remained largely unimplemented. However, in November 2020, the MUDA Board decided to distribute sites to land losers following the first wave of COVID-19 and subsequent lockdowns. Due to lack of clear guidelines, MUDA allotted sites at its discretion, leading…

‘Covid pandemic made people aware of doctors role’
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‘Covid pandemic made people aware of doctors role’

July 4, 2024

Mysore/Mysuru: “The Covid-19 pandemic that  struck the country opened the eyes of the world to the greatness of the doctors and their essentiality,” said Dr. Anil. He was speaking during National Doctors Day celebration organised by Mysuru and Chamarajanagar Pradhan Mantri Jan Aushadhi Kendra Owners Association at Kanti Mallanna Kalyana Mantap, Kabir Road in city….

Karnataka got an interest-free loan of Rs. 7,130 crore after COVID-19
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Karnataka got an interest-free loan of Rs. 7,130 crore after COVID-19

March 25, 2024

Mysore/Mysuru: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlighted that in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, Prime Minister Modi instructed the Finance Ministry to provide interest-free loans to States for 50 years, aimed at bolstering infrastructure development and supporting ongoing projects. “No Finance Commission had recommended, but the Centre decided to give all the States interest-free loans…

Rising cases due to emergence of JN.1 sub-variant: Precautionary COVID vaccination drive begins
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Rising cases due to emergence of JN.1 sub-variant: Precautionary COVID vaccination drive begins

January 3, 2024

Jabs at District Hospital, K.R. Hospital, Seth Mohandas Tulsidas Hospital, PHCs at Kyathamaranahalli, Rajendranagar  Mysuru/Bengaluru: Following the return of COVID-19 scare with the increasing cases due to emergence of JN.1 sub-variant in the State, the District Administration has launched the vaccination drive targeting senior citizens aged 60 years and above and vulnerable section with less…

Be ready to keep Covid-19 under check: DC
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Be ready to keep Covid-19 under check: DC

January 2, 2024

Mysore/Mysuru: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Dr. K.V. Rajendra has instructed the Officers of Health and Family Welfare Department to make all preparations to tackle the spread of new COVID-19 variant in the district. Addressing the Health and Family Welfare Department officials at a meeting held at his Office yesterday, DC said “With the rise in COVID…

COVID-infected person with comorbidities dies in city
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COVID-infected person with comorbidities dies in city

December 31, 2023

Mysore/Mysuru: A COVID-infected elderly man with comorbidities (simultaneous presence of two or more diseases or medical conditions), passed away in city yesterday. The deceased is aged about 74 years and was suffering from Blood Pressure (BP), heart-related ailments and respiratory problems. He was admitted to a private hospital in city and was subjected to tests…

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