Monsoon covers most parts of Maharashtra; Gujarat receives widespread rains

Monsoon has already covered most parts of Konkan, Marathwada and Vidarbha. The Colaba weather station in Mumbai recorded 1.5 mm rainfall between 8:30 am and 5:30 pm on Saturday, while the Santacruz bureau recorded 2.1 mm rainfall during the same period. Monsoon has also entered Bihar. Bhagalpur, Purnea and Katihar districts experienced monsoon rains. This … Read more

PM instructs Health Ministry officials to undertake emergency planning for COVID-19 in consultation with States, UTs

It took stock of situation in different states and union territories including Delhi. The meeting was attended by the Home Minister, Health Minister, Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister, Cabinet Secretary, Health Secretary, DG ICMR and other officials of the Empowered Groups.   Dr. Vinod Paul, NITI Aayog member and Convenor of the Empowered Group … Read more

HM holds meeting on COVID19 situation in Delhi

Home Minister Amit Shah said that the Centre has decided to immediately provide 500 railway coaches to Delhi in view of shortage of beds for corona infected patients in Delhi. He said, these railway coaches will increase the bed capacities to eight thousand which are fully equipped with all facilities to fight the corona infection.   … Read more

Bangladesh hit by several high profile Corona infections

On Saturday night, the State Minister for Religious Affairs Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah passed away at the Military Hospital in Dhaka after suffering a heart attack at home. On Sunday, it was confirmed by his office staff that he tested Corona positive. Former Health Minister and Awami League Presidium Member Mohammed Nasim died of Cardiac arrest … Read more

World Blood Donor Day being observed with theme Safe blood saves lives

Blood is an important resource, both for planned treatments and urgent interventions. It can help patients suffering from life-threatening conditions and supports complex medical and surgical procedures. Blood is vital for treating the wounded during emergencies like natural disasters, accidents and armed conflicts. It has an essential, life-saving role in maternal care. The day is … Read more