Thursday, 21 December 2023 India on Thursday reported six Covid deaths — three from Kerala, two from Karnataka and one from Punjab — and 594 new cases. This is the highest daily count in seven months since May. Top officials in the health ministry said the Covid deaths are being reported mostly among people suffering from serious illness. “Covid-19 isn’t causing severe symptoms or deaths, as per the available data. Most people who are testing positive for the disease have mild symptoms only,” said an official.
Following the identification of the initial case of the Coronavirus sub-variant JN.1 in Kerala, several states in the country have witnessed a rise in Covid cases. Insacog, the central government's consortium of laboratories, has detected 19 sequences of the JN.1 sub-variant, a descendant of BA.2.86...
A new intranasal vaccine developed by researchers at the Wuhan lab has recently been unveiled, promising a novel approach to combating infectious diseases. However, this breakthrough has also sparked significant controversy and concern. While the vaccine’s potential to offer a more accessible and efficient method of vaccination is hailed as a major advancement, its origins and the circumstances surrounding its development are raising alarms about a possible new health crisis. Critics worry that the technology used in this vaccine could inadvertently lead to another pandemic-like scenario if not carefully monitored. As the world cautiously watches, the vaccine's rollout is stirring a heated debate about safety, preparedness, and the ethical implications of such advanced biological research.
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A Kollam court found three men guilty in the 2016 pressure cooker blast at the Kerala town's collectorate. The explosion, while causing no casualties, was.. IndiaTimes
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has been summoned by the Lokayukta police for questioning in connection with an alleged land allotment scam. The.. IndiaTimes
Urdu proficiency is now mandatory for Anganwadi teacher applicants in Mudigere and Chikkamagaluru districts, as per a notification by Karnataka's Congress government. The BJP criticized this requirement, accusing the Congress of engaging in appeasement politics. The issue gained attention after the Department of Women and Child Welfare issued an official order mandating Urdu knowledge for candidates in these districts. This directive has sparked a political debate.
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Join us as we dive into Congress' push for Urdu as an official language in Karnataka, spearheaded by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. While the intention may be to foster inclusivity, many critics warn that this move could alienate other linguistic communities and disrupt the state's delicate social fabric. We explore the implications of this controversial initiative and its potential impact on Karnataka's diverse population. Will this be a step towards unity or division? Watch to find out!
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In a state like Karnataka, where language has been a deeply emotional issue, the recent mandate by the Siddaramaiah-led Congress government to make proficiency in Urdu a criterion for Anganwadi teachers in Mudigere and Chikkamagaluru has stirred a fresh wave of controversy.
The decision, which has already sparked protests and political outcry, not only threatens to alienate a section of the state's population but also risks further damaging the delicate social fabric of Karnataka.
#KarnatakaPolitics #Siddaramaiah #UrduLanguage #SocialFabric #LanguagePolitics #CulturalIdentity #RegionalUnity #Inclusion #CommunityRelations #EducationPolicy #KarnatakaEducation #LanguageDebate #SocialHarmony #StatePolitics #DiversityMatters
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The documentary 'Devbhoomi: Laced with Drugs' exposes the escalating Heroin crisis in Himachal Pradesh over the past 1.5 years. Featuring poignant interviews, including a mother's heart-wrenching account of her child's addiction, and testimonies from local residents and committee workers, it paints a grim picture. Heroin, primarily sourced from Pakistan and flooding in from Punjab, is wreaking havoc. Authorities remain silent, leaving desperate parents to fend for themselves. The documentary confronts viewers with urgent questions: How many more must suffer? How many more young lives must be lost before decisive action is taken against drug peddlers and smugglers?
#DevbhoomiExpose #HeroinCrisis #HimachalPradesh #DrugAbuse #YouthAddiction #SilentEpidemic #DrugTrafficking #OfficialNegligence #SaveOurYouth #WarOnDrugs #PunjabHeroinRoute #AddictionAwareness #FightForRecovery #CommunityCrisis #StopDrugPeddling
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India reported 841 new COVID-19 cases in 24 hours, the highest in 227 days, with 4,309 active cases. Three deaths were recorded in Kerala, Karnataka, and Bihar. The surge follows a new variant and..
India on Thursday reported 358 new COVID-19 cases with six deaths in the last 24 hours, the Union Health Ministry data said. Out of 358, Kerala has recorded 300 fresh cases. It is followed by Karnataka..