Civil Hospital in Ahmedabad starts Omicron isolation ward with 12 beds
Civil Hospital in Ahmedabad started Omicron isolation ward with 12 beds. Several states have stepped up vaccination, surveillance and containment measures as India detected more than 20 cases of Omicron variant of coronavirus.
December 06, 2021
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Karnataka: Kambala season 2021-22 has begun in coastal districts
Kambala season 2021-22 began on Sunday in coastal districts Dakshina Kannada and Udipi. The Hokkadigoli Veera-Vikrama Joudkere Kambala, the first Kambala race of the 2021-22 season was held on Sunday in Bantwal taluk. More than 100 pairs took part in junior, senior and various other categories. Thousands of spectators watched the nail-biting finishes of Kambala which began in the morning and continued till late in the night in floodlights.
December 06, 2021
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Maharashtra: Amid Omicron scare, huge rush witnessed at Sai Baba temple in Shirdi
A large number of people turned up at Sai Baba temple for Maha Prasad in Shirdi on December 6. With 7 new fresh cases of Omicron in Maharashtra, the state may witness more cases of the new variant.
December 06, 2021
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NRI businessman Yusuffali visits people who had rescued him during chopper crash
LuLu group owner and NRI businessman M A Yusuffali met people who had rescued him when his helicopter crash landed in the marshy land at Nettoor on April 11 this year in Kerala.
December 06, 2021
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What Mumbaikars take for granted
What do you take for granted in your home, in your city? We put the question to Mumbaikars and you will be surprised with some of the answers. Take a look at what Mumbaikars have to say...
December 05, 2021
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Children for children: Kids taking charge of their mental health
The pandemic has been traumatic for young people. While adults have had to adjust to work from home and battle Covid in the wake of losing family, friends and loved ones to the disease and staring at job insecurity, scores of teens across the country were pushed to take charge of their mental health, with some launching awareness initiatives to protect their own age group from reeling further.
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December 05, 2021
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Moneylenders took their farms, a law is giving it back
Stories that come out of Maharashtra’s Vidarbha region are invariably grim, with farmers losing land, money, and often life. Not for nothing has this region been called the country’s suicide capital. But there now seems to be a glimmer of hope even in this drought-stricken and debt-ridden area. Farmers, who pledged land to illegal moneylenders, are now getting their land back under the Maharashtra Money-lending (Regulation) Act, 2014. Some 473 hectares of land has so far been rescued from these private moneylenders.
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December 05, 2021
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Is multitasking making you forgetful?
Have you recently picked up your phone to call someone, got distracted by WhatsApp messages, Twitter updates and emails, and eventually could not remember what you had picked up the mobile for? If your answer is ‘yes’, then welcome to the world of shrinking attention spans and simultaneous, multiple demands on your brain that are causing short-memory blackouts.
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December 05, 2021
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Cyclone Jawad impact: Children park at R K Beach in Visakhapatnam suffers sand erosion
The Children park at R K Beach in Visakhapatnam suffered sand erosion due to the impact of cyclone Jawad. The lawn and walking track have also developed cracks. The parapet wall of the children's park also partially collapsed. A few cement benches in the park suffered damage. The police cordoned off the park.
December 05, 2021
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Cyclone Jawad: Red alert in Odisha, AP, 122 trains cancelled
A red alert was issued in Odisha and Andhra Pradesh after cyclone Jawad continued to move towards the northwest on December 4. West Bengal too is bracing for heavy rainfall and gusty winds as the cyclone is likely to recurve toward’s the state’s coast. Multiple NDRF and other disaster management teams have been deployed across these states. Ferry services have been suspended in West Bengal and fishermen have been asked to return to land in the Puri district. The East Coast railways have cancelled 122 trains to various destinations due to the cyclone as well.
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December 04, 2021
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Bhopal gas tragedy, 37th anniversary: Youths perform flash mob to pay tribute to victims
On the 37th anniversary of the Bhopal gas tragedy, a group of youths performed a flash mob and paid dance tribute to the victims of the 1984 disaster. NGO's working for the rights of the gas tragedy survivors took out a rally to mark the 37th anniversary of the Bhopal disaster. During the rally, they burned an effigy of Dow Chemical and demanded justice for the survivors.
December 03, 2021
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Mamita Meher murder: BJP purifies Odisha Assembly in protest against MoS Dibya Shankar Mishra
Continuing its protest against the minister of state Dibya Shankar Mishra, BJP opposed the entry of MoS in the assembly. BJP MLAs started sprinkling the Gangajal and cow-dung water to purify it. They said the sanctity of the house became impure with the entry of minister Mishra. The opposition is demanding the sacking of Dibya Shankar Mishra for his alleged involvement in Mamita Meher murder. BJP and Congress continue disrupting proceedings over the issue.
December 03, 2021
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Can you pay your restaurant bill in crypto, we tried to find out
Decoding Crypto: Episode 1: Considering cryptos' growing popularity among Indians and the sector's employment potential, can India realistically completely ban or even partially ban the technology? There are several other factors that have contributed to the cryptos becoming mainstream and restaurants are one of them. We tried to find out a restaurant that accepts Crypto payments and bringing Cryptos mainstream in India. Our search for it takes us to different cities. Let's understand why crypto community in India is bullish even as the government is delaying regulations.
December 02, 2021
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Can you pay your restaurant bill with cryptocurrency? We tried to find out
Decoding Crypto: Episode 1: Considering cryptos' growing popularity among Indians and the sector's employment potential, can India realistically completely ban or even partially ban the technology? There are several other factors that have contributed to the cryptos becoming mainstream and restaurants are one of them. We tried to find out a restaurant that accepts Crypto payments and bringing Cryptos mainstream in India. Our search for it takes us to different cities. Let's understand why crypto community in India is bullish even as the government is delaying regulations.
December 02, 2021
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World Disabled Day: Man delivering food on bicycle inspiration for others
Meet Sojan- a young man from Kochi, who is one of the innumerable youths who lost their livelihoods during the coronavirus pandemic last year. He had been working as an office assistant. Handicapped and the sole breadwinner of his family, he turned to food delivery to fend for his family. Never letting his handicap limit himself, Sojan cycles several kilometres daily to deliver food. Earning Rs 500 after delivering as much as 12 food orders, he maintains a cheerful attitude. Sojan says that any kind of occupation should be carried out with dignity. With a smile on his face and a never-say-die attitude, the young man continues on his path to a self-sufficient life.
December 02, 2021
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An exciting time for students at Fishery Survey of India open house in Visakhapatnam
It was an exciting time for students at Fishery Survey of India open house in Visakhapatnam. Schoolchildren had a thrilling time when they were explained about the operation of Marine Fisheries Vessels. Open House session was onboard ‘Matsya Shikari’ and ‘Matsya Darshini’ at the fishing harbour of Visakhapatnam. During this occasion, diversified fishing techniques and fishing accessories were displayed for students and others. Open House session was organised for the benefits of students, researchers as also for general public.
December 02, 2021
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Indian navy personnel rehearsing at Victory At Sea Navy war Memorial at RK beach
Indian navy personnel rehearsing at Victory At Sea Navy war Memorial at RK beach in Visakhapatnam ahead of Navy Day. Navy Day in India is celebrated on 4 December every year to recognize the achievements and role of the Indian Navy.
December 02, 2021
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Odisha: Cobra stuck in beer can gets rescued safely
A four feet long spectacled cobra was rescued after it got stuck in a metal beer can in Odisha’s Puri district. The cobra had managed to insert its head into the beer can’s opening and was struggling to free itself. After residents spotted it, they immediately contacted the snake helpline who dispatched a volunteer to the incident. The volunteer carefully used a pair of scissors to cut open the metal can and free the snake inside. Fortunately, the cobra did not suffer any major injuries. The volunteer sprayed antibiotic on a bruise it suffered and later released it back into the wild.
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December 02, 2021
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Stubble burning: Farmers gradually adopting new methods for farm residue management
Every year, people living in Delhi-NCR face deadly winter air pollution. There are many factors that contribute to pollution. One of them is stubble burning that contributes nearly 30% to the pollution in Delhi. Farmers of neighbouring states like Punjab, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh burn stubbles during winters after paddy harvesting. Some states like Punjab and Haryana have banned the practice, imposed penalties on stubble burning. But, stubble burning is still going on. To stop stubble burning, the government with some NGOs and institutes are involved to create awareness among farmers and they are providing equipment and resources. With efforts from the govt farmers are realising the ill effect of stubble burning. TOI spoke to some farmers from Punjab on the issue.
December 01, 2021
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Explained: Indoor air pollution, health risks, and precautions you need
The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) found that the number of days when the air quality index regularly touched severe levels in November 2021 was the highest-ever recorded. The indoor air quality, which is not possible to monitor by any agency, often doesn't get the attention it deserves. Experts believe that indoor air quality could be two to five times worse than outdoor pollution.
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December 01, 2021
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