Health Ministry Issues SOP on Preventive Measures for Exam Centres
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Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs has issued SOP guidelines metro operations. As per MHA order, metro services will resume from 7 September in a graded manner.
According to the Union Health Ministry India reported one of the lowest coronavirus fatality rate in the world with the figure further declining to 1.76 per cent as on date against a global average of 3.3 per cent.
Meanwhile, India on Wednesday reported 78,357 new cases of coronavirus, taking the tally in the country to 37,69,524. The death toll increased by 1,045 to 66,333.
According to Union Health Ministry data, there are currently 8,01,282 active cases across the country, while 29,01,908 patients have been discharged, and one had migrated.
- Health Ministry Issues SOP on Preventive Measures for Examination Centres. These include - arrangements for personal protection gears like masks, hand sanitizers etc. to be made available by the relevant authorities.
- Lieutenant Governor Anil Baijal has approved the Delhi government’s suggestion of resuming metro train services, sources cited by ANI said
- Uttarakhand CM Trivendra Singh Rawat went into self-quarantine once again as his officer on special duty tested positive for COVID-19.
- The total number of samples tested for COVID-19 up to 1 September stands at 4,43,37,201, including 10,12,367 samples tested on Tuesday, ICMR said
- Globally, over 25.6 million cases of coronavirus have been recorded so far, with the death toll standing at more than 8,55,000
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4.42 Crore Samples Tested for COVID-19 Till Now: ICMR
The total number of samples tested for COVID-19 up to 1 September stands at 4,43,37,201, including 10,12,367 samples tested on Tuesday, the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) said.
78,357 New COVID-19 Cases Take India’s Tally to 37.69 Lakh; 66,333 Dead
India on Wednesday reported 78,357 new cases of coronavirus, taking the tally in the country to 37,69,524. The death toll increased by 1,045 to 66,333.
According to Union Health Ministry data, there are currently 8,01,282 active cases across the country, while 29,01,908 patients have been discharged, and one had migrated.
Goa CM Tests COVID-19 Positive; Opts for Home Isolation
Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant said on Wednesday that he has tested positive for COVID-19. "I wish to inform all that I have been detected COVID-19 positive. I am asymptomatic and hence have opted for home isolation," he wrote in a tweet.
Dy Leader of Opposition in Rajasthan Assembly Tests COVID-19 Positive
Rajendra Rathore, the deputy leader of Opposition in the Rajasthan Assembly, has tested positive for COVID-19.
India's CFR at 1.76%, One of the Lowest Globally: Health Ministry
India’s Case Fatality Rate (CFR) stands at 1.76 percent, one of the lowest across the world, while the global CFR is around 3.3 percent, the Health Ministry said on Wednesday.
"India is reporting 48 deaths/million population, also one of the lowest in the world, while the global average is 110 deaths/million population," it added.
Delhi LG Approves Govt's Suggestion of Resuming Metro Services: Report
Lieutenant Governor Anil Baijal approved the Delhi government's suggestion of resuming metro train services during a meeting of the Delhi Disaster Management Authority (DDMA), sources cited by ANI said on Wednesday.
Uttarakhand CM Quarantines Self After OSD Tests COVID-19 Positive
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Trivendra Singh Rawat on Wednesday went into self-quarantine once again as his officer on special duty tested positive for COVID-19.
A meeting of the state Cabinet scheduled for Wednesday has been postponed as a result, official sources cited by PTI said.
Passenger Train Services, Bus Transport Allowed in TN From 7 September
Tamil Nadu CM E Palaniswami said on Wednesday that passenger train services within the state will be allowed from 7 September.
Inter-district bus transport across Tamil Nadu will also be permitted from 7 September.
Tripura Reports Highest Spike in Single Day: Officials
Tripura has reported its highest spike in single day with 566 new Covid-19 cases, taking tally to 12,722; active case count 4,667.
Chandigarh Administration Sets Up COVID-19 Helpdesk
Chandigarh Administration has sets up Covid-19 Help Desk for patients in home isolation. The desk has been functioning for past 15 days.
“We contact people who are in home isolation & provide them with requisite support,” says Yashpal Garg, CEO, Housing Board & Chairman of Help Desk.
5,716 Fresh Covid-19 Cases in UP: UP Principal Health Secy
Earlier today, Uttar Pradesh Principal Health Secretary Amit Mohan Prasad said, that 5,716 fresh Covid-19 infections have been reported in the state in the last 24 hours.
Delhi LG Directs Officers To Start Testing on Demand
Delhi Lieutenant Governor Anil Baijal on Wednesday, 2 September, directed officers to initiate testing on demand, testing at border points, construction sites to check spread of COVID-19.
AIIMS Suspends Routine OPD Admissions for Two Weeks as Covid-19 Cases Spike
AIIMS has suspended routine OPD services in general and private wards for two weeks. But, admission of emergency and semi-emergency patients, as well as routine OPD services for patients seeking medical advice and counselling will continue.
Northern Railways to Provide 503 Isolation Coaches at Different Stations of Delhi
In view of providing additional healthcare facility to the people of Delhi NCR, Northern Railway on demand of the govt is providing 503 isolation coaches equivalent to 8,048 beds as Covid-19 Care Centers at 9 different stations of Delhi area.
14 Positive Cases of COVID-19 Reported in the State Today: Nagaland Health Minister
Nagaland Health Minister S Pangnyu Phom in his latest tweet on the state’s Covid-19 status said that the state has reported 14 positive cases of Covid-19 today.
Health Ministry Issues SOP on Preventive Measures for Examination Centres
Health Ministry has issued SOP on preventive measures to be followed while conducting examinations to contain the spread of coronavirus. SOPs state, arrangements for personal protection gears like masks, hand sanitizers etc. to be made available by the relevant authorities.
'Centre Alone Can't Decide on Lockdown in States': Mamata Banerjee
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said that the “centre alone can't decide on lockdown in states. The state govt is the implementing authority & must be trusted. Only issuing directives isn't enough. A district administration knows ground realities. It is the basis of our federalism so all must cooperate,” reported ANI.
2,066 Fresh Covid-19 Cases Reported in Jharkhand
Jharkhand's Covid-19 cases rose to 43,835 today as 2,066 more people tested positive for the infection, while 5 fresh fatalities push death toll to 428; active case count 15,043.
75% of Aspirants in WB Could Not Write JEE Exam Due to Covid-19: Mamata Banerjee
Earlier today, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said that 75 per cent of candidates in West Bengal could not write JEE on Tuesday due to COVID-19 pandemic situation.
Health Team Stopped from Taking Samples for Covid-19 Tests, Kits Burnt: Haryana
Health officials in Haryana’s Fatehbad district on Tuesday, were allegedly stopped, their medical kits burnt, when they went to take samples ofa family after a member had tested positive for the coronavirus disease at Nakta village.
2,509 Fresh Covid-19 Cases Reported in Delhi
Delhi reported 2,509 fresh coronavirus cases and 19 deaths today. Total number of cases have risen to 1,79,569 including 1,58,586 recovered/discharged/migrated cases, 16,502 active cases and 4,481 deaths.
641 Fresh Covid-19 Cases Reported in J&K
641 new positive cases have been reported in Jammu and Kashmir today. Total number of cases rose to 38,864 including 8,053 active cases, the J&K government announced.
12 New Covid-19 Cases Reported in Dharavi Today
According to BMC, Mumbai 12 new positive cases were reported in Dharavi area of Mumbai today, taking the total number of cases to 2,792. There are 95 cases in the area.
Delhi Metro to Start in Phased Manner
Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) Chief Mangu Singh said, "In phase 1, on September 7, we are planning to start Yellow Line from Samaypur Badli to Huda City Centre. In phase 2, on September 9 we will start three more lines, Blue Line, Pink Line and Gurgaon Line."
SOPs for Metro Services in Graded Manner
Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs has issued SOP guidelines metro operations. As per MHA order, metro services will resume from 7 September in a graded manner.
1,514 Fresh Covid-19 Cases Registered in Punjab
1,514 fresh Covid-19 cases were reported in Punjab today. The total number of positive cases in the state is now 56,989 including 15,629 active cases, 39,742 discharged patients and 1,618 deaths, said the state government.
Uttarakhand State Secretariat Prohibits Entry of Journalists Inside Secretariat Building
Uttarakhand State Secretariat Administration Department has issued orders prohibiting entry of Print/Electronic Media journalists inside the Secretariat building, in wake of coronavirus pandemic. Journalists will be allowed only at the Secretariat's Media Centre from 3pm to 5pm, the statement read.
1,305 Positive Cases Reported in Gujarat
1,305 positive cases of Covid-19 and 12 deaths were reported in Gujarat in the last 24 hours. State tally has now risen to 99,050 including 15,948 active cases 80,045 cured/discharged and 3,048 deaths.
Maharashtra Records 17,433 New Covid-19 Cases
According to Maharashtra Health Department, the state has reported 17,433 new Covid-19 cases, 13,959 recoveries and 292 deaths, taking active cases to 2,01,703, recoveries to 5,98,496 and death toll to 25,195.
Railway to Run 4 Pairs of Speciall Train For JEE-NEET Aspirants in Rajasthan
Indian Railways have decided to run 4 pairs of special trains between 4th & 15th September for the convenience of students taking JEE Mains, NEET, NDA and other examinations in Rajasthan, Railway Minsiter Piyush Goyal announced.
12 Death Due to Coronavirus Reported in Rajasthan Today
12 deaths and 1,511 fresh cases were reported in Rajasthan today. The total number of positive cases in the state is now 84,674 including 70,674 recovered, 12,919 active cases and 1,081 deaths, State Health Department announced.
DMK Chief Stalin Asks PM to Reverse Question Hour Move
DMK president M K Stalin urged PM Narendra Modi to reverse decision of not having Question Hour in both Houses of Parliament during Monsoon Session, saying that the proceeding are more pertinent than ever during coronavirus pandemic.
26 New Positive Cases Reported in Andaman and Nicobar Islands Today
26 new positive cases were reported in Andaman and Nicobar Islands today, taking the total number of positive cases in the Union Territory to 3,186 including 381 active cases, 2,758 recoveries and 47 deaths.