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Kanpur doctors learning about Italian model to assess the possible second wave of COVID-19.

With the rising fear and suspicion of a second wave of Covid-19 hitting the country this winter, the doctors working at the Ganesh Shankar Vidyarthi Memorial (GSVM) Medical College, based in Kanpur are assessing the Italian model. And,  simultaneously holding discussions with the experts from that country, for understanding the measures to prepare better for…

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UNGA adopts India’s annual resolution on counter-terrorism

TS Tirumurti, the Permanent Representative to the United Nations, declared on Wednesday made an announcement that India’s annual resolution regarding the subject of counter-terrorism was supported by more than 75 countries and thus adopted by majority in the First Committee of the United Nations General Assembly. Tirumurti tweeted, “India at the forefront of counter-terrorism. Delighted…

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General Naravane visits Kathmandu, aims at strengthening India, Nepal ties

Indian Army Chief, General MM Naravane reached in Kathmandu on Wednesday considering the three-day visit for further strengthening the strategic and defence cooperation between India and Nepal. Gen Naravane, was specifically invited to Nepal, by counterpart General Purna Chandra Thapa. Additional Directorate General of Public Information, Indian Army posted a tweet, “General MM Naravane #COAS…

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UNESCO announces Panna Tiger Reserve as a global biosphere reserve

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) has declared Panna Tiger Reserve (PTR) based in Madhya Pradesh as a part of the global network of biospheres, according to an official report. Prakash Javdekar, the Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate change, has congratulated the PTR authorities and officials in a social media…

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Karnataka Education Minister says, Report on reopening of schools to CM in 4-5 days

The Karnataka government is yet to make a final decision regarding re-opening of schools, revealed state Education Minister, S Suresh Kumar on Wednesday. He said, the Educational Department would be presenting a report to the Chief Minister in the upcoming four to five days for final decision. The Education Minister had conducted a meeting with…

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