The shortage of oxygen cylinders and other COVID-19 related essential drugs in Delhi is leading to a rise in malpractices against desperate buyers. Delhi: Delhi Police will take harsh action against oxygen and COVID-19 related drug sellers who are found to be duping the general public of their money, the police force said Monday, May […]
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After 24 people died at the Chamarajanagar District Hospital owing to lack of oxygen supply, the families allege negligence on the part of government authorities. Mysuru: When Rani got a call around 11:30 p.m. on Sunday, May 2, she never thought it was a death knell. Surendra, her husband was one of the 24 people […]
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Designed to provide relief during hostile situations, especially during times of war or emergencies, Delhi Civil Defense is now an opportunity for people looking for jobs in the pandemic. Delhi: Seema* (name changed), 35, a volunteer at Delhi Civil Defense (DCD) reported on duty the day after her father expired from kidney issues. For her, […]
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Department of Information and Public Relations, Karnataka, maintains two trust funds and an Rs. 10,000-pension fund for journalists in the state which has had a few takers. Delhi: They are always there, bringing you the scoops, the good stuff, the news. But who is there for them? “Though I am a crime reporter, I have […]
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No home testing by labs a big concern for citizens, as going outside could prove fatal. Gurgaon: People are finding it difficult to get tested for COVID-19 as private labs and facilities are unable to send representatives for home testing. Anant, a resident of IREO Skyon, in Sector-62 in Gurgaon, had been experiencing COVID-19 symptoms […]
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Work from Home has brought losses for backpack sellers as children and IT professionals don’t need to carry bags anymore. Bengaluru: Promotion to a new class used to mean new school bags, new uniforms, new books and their cover stickers, writing names on them, but that is no longer the case. As children take online lessons and […]
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Restaurants across the city have volunteered to distribute free meals to Covid-19 patients. Chandigarh: It’s been almost a week since Sukhpreet tested positive for Covid-19. Living alone in Chandigarh, without his family to take care of him, has made it difficult for him to do all the daily chores and keep himself healthy. Ordering food […]
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With COVID-19’s second wave splashing against the country, many dental clinics have been shut, making patients suffer. Mysuru: Bhanu Ramachandra, a doctor, had to undergo a lot of pain when she had to get her wisdom teeth extracted. She had to get them all removed but her dentist had shut the door on all future […]
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Magic remedies, immunity boosters claims of prevention of COVID19 have risen after the pandemic. Fear and anxiety of Covid-19 increased belief in superstitions and misinformation among society Bangalore: Misinformation, false claims, and superstitions have seen an increase along with the number of cases during the pandemic. Boom, a fact-checking website, shows 35 percent of false or misleading claims […]
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Rising number of Covid cases and weekend curfew affects the income of barbers. The compensation promised by the government still remains a promise Bengaluru: Barbers in the city did not receive the compensation that was promised by the Government. Shaiks from Truefitt & Hill said, “Government should provide compensation and make sure everyone who applies […]
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