Tag: COVID-19

Railways convert 2,500 coaches into Isolation Wards
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Railways convert 2,500 coaches into Isolation Wards

April 7, 2020

New Delhi: The Indian Railways has converted 2,500 coaches into Isolation Wards to treat COVID-19 patients. The Railways, which has set a target of converting 5,000 coaches into Isolation Wards, has converted 2,500 coaches into Isolation Wards in the first phase, officials said. With the conversion of around 2,500 coaches, 40,000 isolation beds are now…

Lockdown extension inevitable if COVID-19 goes out of control: CM
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Lockdown extension inevitable if COVID-19 goes out of control: CM

April 7, 2020

Bengaluru: With the number of COVID-19 positive cases rising by the day, Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa said that the lockdown that will be in force till Apr.14, may  be extended further.  Speaking to press persons at his official-residence ‘Kaveri’ here yesterday, Yediyurappa  said that the co-operation of the people was most vital for stopping the…

74 buildings being readied to house quarantine people in Mysuru
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74 buildings being readied to house quarantine people in Mysuru

April 7, 2020

Mysore/Mysuru: With COVID-19 suspects and number of positive cases increasing day-by-day in the district, the District Administration, as part of its steps taken to house those under quarantine, have so far identified 74 buildings which are being readied. Speaking to Star of Mysore, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Abhiram G. Sankar said that as of now, 19…

Ever seen city roads this deserted?
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Ever seen city roads this deserted?

April 7, 2020

Well, COVID-19 has achieved the unthinkable Mysore/Mysuru: The scare of Coronavirus has impacted almost all aspects of life and unprecedented things are happening all around. Rumours have taken a toll on our minds. The total lockdown imposed by PM Narendra Modi to combat the deadly Coronavirus has certainly brought some relief to nature itself. Reports…

Transgenders given kits containing essential items
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Transgenders given kits containing essential items

April 7, 2020

Mysore/Mysuru: Even as most of the transgenders of the city, who eke out a living by begging alms, are facing a lot of difficulties owing to the COVID-19 lockdown, a young lady architect of the city has drawn public attention by donating kits containing 14 essential items to transgenders. While most transgenders sought alms from…

Women reach out to stray dogs during lockdown
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Women reach out to stray dogs during lockdown

April 7, 2020

Provide food, water to more than 150 strays daily Mysore/Mysuru: To prevent the spread of Coronavirus, the entire nation has come under lockdown following the Union Government’s order from Mar. 24 midnight till the midnight of Apr.14, which has resulted in hotels, restaurants, fast-food joints, roadside eateries and bakeries closing down.  These places were the…

Social distancing is duty, not discretion during pandemic: SC
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Social distancing is duty, not discretion during pandemic: SC

April 7, 2020

New Delhi: The Supreme Court (SC) has institutionalised video-conferencing during lockdown period and said every individual and institution must implement measures designed by Health Authorities and Governments to reduce the spread of COVID-19. While providing modalities for use of video-conferencing facilities for hearing of urgent cases and even recording of evidence, a bench of CJI…

Only SP and DC can issue inter-district passes
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Only SP and DC can issue inter-district passes

April 7, 2020

Bengaluru: Based on the complaints received by Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa, the Government yesterday clarified that inter-district transport passes can be issued only by the Deputy Commissioner (DC) or the Superintendent of Police (SP) and not the Tahsildars or the local Police. In a letter to all DCs and SPs by Chief Secretary T.M. Vijay…

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