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Maha Govt Issues Guidelines for Birth Anniversary of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj
The Maharashtra government on Thursday issued guidelines, saying no processions or big gatherings should be organised on the birth anniversary of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj on 19 February due to the COVID-19 situation.
(Source: PTI)
2,072 Indians Have Died Due to Coronavirus in Various Countries: Govt
A total of 2,072 Indians have died due to coronavirus in various countries, with the highest death toll of 906 being reported in Saudi Arabia, followed by 375 in the United Arab Emirates, the government said on Thursday.
(Source: PTI)
Aftermath of Hathras Case: ED Files Charge Sheet Against PFI, Students' Wing
The Enforcement Directorate on Thursday filed its first charge sheet against the Popular Front of India (PFI) and its students' wing on money laundering charges, claiming its members wanted to "incite communal riots and spread terror" in the aftermath of last year’s Hathras gang rape case.
(Source: PTI)
74.3 Lakh People Vaccinated Against COVID in India So Far
The cumulative number of healthcare workers and frontline workers vaccinated against COVID-19 till now stands at 74,30,866, the Health Ministry said on Thursday.
(Source: ANI)