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'One Nation, One Ration Card' Scheme to be Implemented by 1 June: Paswan
Union Minister Ram Vilas Paswan has said that the 'One Nation, One Ration Card' scheme will be implemented by 1 June.
“We will implement 'One Nation, One Ration Card' scheme by 1st June in the whole country. Under this scheme a beneficiary will be able to avail benefits across the country using the same ration card,” he said.
(Source: ANI)
SARS-Like Virus Kills 3 in China, WHO to Hold Emergency Meeting
The World Health Organization said on Monday, 20 January, that a key emergency committee would meet this week to discuss a new SARS-like virus spreading across China after it reached three other Asian countries.
The decision came as a Chinese government expert said on Monday that the virus, which has so far killed three people, was contagious between humans, fuelling fears of a major outbreak as millions travel for the Lunar New Year holiday.
(Source: PTI)
24-Year-Old Woman Allegedly Raped by 3 Men in Vellore
A 24-year-old woman was allegedly threatened at knifepoint and gang-raped by 3 men at a public park in Vellore on Saturday at 9:30 pm
She had gone with her male friend to the park adjacent to the Vellore Fort. The three men approached the duo and allegedly beat up the man and chased him away.
Fire Breaks Out at in Delhi’s Rajouri Garden
Fire breaks out at Bindal showroom in Delhi’s Rajouri Garden. 3 fire tenders have been rushed to the spot.
More details awaited.
(Source: ANI)