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News Updates: Pak using underground tunnels to push terrorists, says J&K DGP
13 Sep, 2020 | 11:42:55 PM IST
The tunnel with a depth of 20-25 feet and originating from Pakistan was found by a BSF team near the border-fencing on August 28.
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Top developments of the day
- DGCA's clarifies on still & video photography inside flights.
- Experts warn of second wave as Covid-19 cases rise in UK.
- China issues new rules to tighten control over financial holding firms.
- Union Health Ministry issues new advisory for recovered Covid patients.
- Coronavirus genomes in India have 5.39% mutation similarity with 72 nations: Study
Israel to impose a three-week nationwide lockdown, according to reports
RSS volunteers should work towards making employment available to labourers: Mohan Bhagwat
On the first day of his two-day visit to Lucknow, Bhagwat with the volunteers of the RSS' Awadh unit and was informed about various work done by them so far during the Covid-19 pandemic, the unit's co-incharge of publicity Diwakar Awasthi said.
Coronavirus genomes in India have 5.39% mutation similarity with 72 nations: Study
Formula 1
Lewis Hamilton wins crash-marred Tuscan GP, Valtteri Bottas second
States lay down their borrowing options
At least 13 states have given their borrowing options proposed by GST Council to meet their compensation shortfall… https://t.co/PsBYC94L3B
— ANI (@ANI) 1600010543000Sachin Tendulkar lends support to 560 children from economically weaker background
- Children from villages Sewaniya, Beelpati, Khapa, Nayapura and Jamun Jheel in Sehore district are now getting nourished meals and education with the help of Tendulkar's foundation.
- As a goodwill ambassador for UNICEF, Tendulkar has regularly spoken about interventions like 'Early Childhood Development'.
- Tendulkar has partnered with 'NGO Parivaar' which has built Seva Kutirs in remote villages in the Sehore district of Madhya Pradesh.
Maharashtra reports 22,543 new cases of COVID-19
Monsoon session of Parliament to be begin tomorrow
Opposition demands discussion on LAC standoff, COVID, economy; 23 legislations to be taken up. The government has listed 23 legislations for consideration and passage including 11 bills replacing ordinances.
Over 85 per cent students participate in NEET exam
National Testing Agency has informed me that around 85-90% students appeared in #NEET exam today. It reflects the t… https://t.co/2q28KEtg9a
— ANI (@ANI) 1600005778000Shane Warne to mentor Rajasthan Royals' youngsters
Legendary spinner has been appointed mentor of Rajasthan Royals ahead of the 2020 IPL besides his existing role as the team's brand ambassador.
Sebi clarifies on Multi-cap scheme issue
- "SEBI would like to clarify that Mutual Funds have many options to meet with the requirements of the circular, based on the preference of their unitholders.''
- Apart from rebalancing their portfolio in the Multi Cap schemes, they could inter-alia facilitate switch to other schemes by unitholders, merge their Multi Cap with their Large Cap scheme or convert Multi Cap scheme to another scheme category.
DGCA's clarifies on still & video photography inside flights
Directorate General of Civil Aviation says, still and video photography onboard flight is allowed. However, passeng… https://t.co/lD1C1IK3LM
— ANI (@ANI) 1600002083000Words of Assurance
Covid vaccine likely by early 2021; for old, high-risk first, says Harsh Vardhan
Experts warn of second wave as Covid-19 cases rise in UK
They have warned of a second wave of the coronavirus pandemic and another complete nation-wide lockdown in the UK unless stricter measures are adhered to amid a rising number of infections in the country over the past week.
Delhi riots
Congress comes out in support of Sitaram Yechury, slams police.
In the upcoming parliamentary session, I would like to discuss Indo-China border issues, the GST, rising unemployment among other things: Sanjay Raut, Rajya Sabha MP & Shiv Sena leader
Shiv Sena over attack on a retired Navy officer
The law is always respected in Maharashtra. The accused were arrested immediately, irrespective of the party they w… https://t.co/C3jYb2vwEl
— ANI (@ANI) 1599998492000We've stopped talking about the Kangana Ranaut issue. But we're taking note of everything & every action which precipitates, in this matter. We'll understand which political party and which individual, think what, of our great state
- Sanjay Raut
Himachal Pradesh records 123 new Covid cases & 45 recoveries since 9 pm yesterday
Govt is ready to discuss the issues. I appeal to all parties for cooperation, in this difficult situation. Considering the sensitivities of Indo-China matter, a meeting of leaders from both Houses will be held on Tuesday
- Pralhad Joshi, Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister
Hope justice will be given to me: Kangana Ranaut
#WATCH I met Governor Koshyari & told him about unjust treatment I've received. I hope justice will be given to me… https://t.co/siI5AsJPR0
— ANI (@ANI) 1599997476000China issues new rules to tighten control over financial holding firms
- To be licensed as financial holding firms, companies must have at least 5 billion yuan ($731.74 million) in capital, according to the rules.The rules also set requirements in total assets that financial holding firms can manage.
- Companies that hold banking assets will need to have at least 500 billion yuan in total assets, and those that do not hold banking assets should have at least 100 billion yuan in assets.
Delhi reports 4235 new COVID19 cases
- 29 deaths in last 24 hours
- 3403 recovered/discharged/migrated
- The total cases in the national capital rise to 2,18,304, including 4,744 deaths and 1,84,748 patients recovered/discharged/migrated.
- Active cases stand at 28,812
Actor Kangana Ranaut and her sister Rangoli meet Maharashtra Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari at Raj Bhavan
Five inmates under treatment for COVID-19 in Delhi prisons: Official
Delhi Metro's plan for Phase 4 lines
- Commuters will also be able to use a mobile phone to enter or exit a station on its corridors
- 'One Nation One Card' can be used
- Currently, riders on the Airport Express Line can also enter or exit AFC gates using a QR code on mobile phone that has to be collected from a mertro counter, but the future plan is to have a system whereby commuters can generate their own QR codes on phones and enter through AFC gates using that facility
- Old smart cards will work in Ph-IV linesUnder approved segment of Phase-IV, 61.679-km of new metro lines shall be constructed across three different corridors comprising 45 metro stations.
- These new sections shall provide interconnectivity among the already operational lines of the Delhi Metro.
80 deaths, 6,239 fresh virus cases reported in Uttar Pradesh
Passing away of Raghuvansh Prasad Singh is tragic
- President Ram Nath Kovind
PIL in SC to for steps to improve India's global ranking on Corruption Perception Index
- The PIL wants Centre, states and union territories to set up expert committees to suggest steps for improving India's "pathetic" ranking on the global Corruption Perception Index.
- India has been ranked at the 80th position among 180 countries and territories in the Corruption Perception Index (CPI) prepared by Transparency International.
- It is based on perceived levels of public sector corruption in these countries, according to experts and business people.
Suicide by Tamil Nadu girl student on eve of NEET was murder of "Beti Padhao, Beti Bachao" slogan
- Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav
Kangana meets Maha Guv
Maharashtra: Actor #KanganaRanaut arrives at Raj Bhavan, in Mumbai, to meet Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari. https://t.co/kwYPgD6pTl
— ANI (@ANI) 1599993583000105-year-old woman in Karnataka recovers from coronavirus after treatment at home
FPIs turn net sellers in September, pull out Rs 2,038 cr so far
- According to the depositories data, a net Rs 3,510 crore was withdrawn from equities, while Rs 1,472 crore was pumped into debts by FPIs between September 1-11.
- FPIs were net buyers for three consecutive months -- June to August.
- They invested Rs 46,532 crore in August, Rs 3,301 crore in July and Rs 24,053 crore in June on a net basis.
UP becomes 1st state to do 75 lakh Covid tests
उत्तर प्रदेश 75 लाख टेस्ट करने वाला पहला राज्य बन गया है। मुख्यमंत्री जी ने कहा है कि टेस्टिंग की संख्या को 1 करोड़… https://t.co/eDpU1n7L5Y
— ANI_HindiNews (@AHindinews) 1599992147000War on Covid
A group of scientists in India is working on genomic sequences of SARS-CoV-2 around the world, including India, to… https://t.co/SAB6fEOwh1
— ANI (@ANI) 1599990578000According to the Finance Ministry, 37 proposals involving Rs 10,590 crores have been approved as on September 11. While six applications seeking financing of Rs 783.5 crore are under process.
The Union Ministry of Finance informed that an amount of Rs 30,000 crore Special Liquidity Scheme has been progressed for non-banking, housing finance companies and Monetary Financial Institutions (MFI) as part of the Atmanirbhar Bharat package.
Pakistan on Sunday summoned a senior diplomat from the Indian High Commission here to register its protest over the alleged ceasefire violations by the Indian forces along the Line of Control (LoC).
In last 6 years, 400 petrol pumps became operational in Bihar while 1,200 LPG distributors opened. This generated employment for 20,000 youths here
- Dharmendra Pradhan
Union Health Ministry's new advice for recovered Covid patients
- The Health ministry said such patients must continue COVID appropriate behaviour by use of mask, hand and respiratory hygiene, physical distancing.
- The protocol provides an approach for managing patients who have recovered from COVID-19 for care at home.
- The procedure is not meant to be seen as preventive or as a curative therapy.
- The protocol suggested drinking adequate amount of warm water (if not contra-indicated), taking immunity promoting AYUSH medicine prescribed by a qualified practitioner of AYUSH and if health permits then regular household work to be done.
- It advised people to resume professional work in a graded manner.
- Daily practice of Yogasana, Pranayama and meditation, as much as health permits or as prescribed, breathing exercises as prescribed by treating physician and daily morning or evening walk at a comfortable pace as tolerated were among other measures.
- The protocol also called for self-health monitoring at home of temperature, blood pressure, blood sugar (especially, if diabetic), pulse oximetry etc (if medically advised).
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday dedicated three projects of the petroleum sector in Bihar to the nation
- The projects dedicated by Prime Minister, via video conferencing, include the Durgapur-Banka section of the Paradip-Haldia-Durgapur Pipeline Augmentation Project and two Liquified Petroleum Gas (LPG) Bottling Plants.
- The Prime Minister stated that the package for Bihar included 10 big projects related to the petroleum and gas sector.
UCO Bank yet to undertake asset quality study, cites SC order for delay
We've proposed the issues of unemployment, the status of migrant labourers & the economic scenario in the country, to be discussed in the upcoming session. We urged the government that our voices should be heard in the Parliament
- Congress leader Adhir Chowdhury
New COVID-19 facility in Goa to start functioning from Sep 19
Reserve 80 per cent ICU beds for COVID patients- Delhi govt instructs private hospitals
Banks sanction Rs 1.63 lakh cr to 42 lakh MSMEs under credit guarantee scheme
Some people may feel that now Corona is over, and they should start their politics again. I will not talk about politics but there is a conspiracy to discredit Maharashtra. My silence doesn't mean that I don't have answers
- Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray
Congress wants to be heard in Parliament session
We've proposed the issues of unemployment, the status of migrant labourers & the economic scenario in the country, to be discussed in the upcoming session. We urged the government that our voices should be heard in the Parliament: Congress leader Adhir Chowdhury
NEET 2020: Rahul Gandhi wishes students appearing for exam
Congress says demise of Raghuvansh Prasad Singh irreparable loss to Indian politics
BenQ expects India business to grow 15-20 pc in 2020
- IT peripheral firm BenQ expects around 15-20 per cent growth in India business this year on pick up in sales demand from home segment for monitors and high-definition projectors, according to a top official of the company.
- According to BenQ India Managing Director Rajeev Singh, the company's institutional sales for flat screen wall and projectors have suffered due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but its impact has been compensated with increase in sales of monitor and projectors by retail customers.
Conspiracy to defame Maharashtra: Chief Minister
Uddhav Thackeray says his govt working effectively to tackle COVID-19.
Deeply saddened by the demise of Bihar's senior leader Raghuvansh Prasad Singh. His entire life was devoted to the thoughts of Lohia ji & Karpoori Thakur ji. His dedication to the welfare of poor and deprived section will always be remembered
- Union Home Minister Amit Shah
Health Ministry outlines post COVID-19 management protocol for recovered patients
Union Health Ministry outlines post #COVID19 management protocol for recovered patients, states, "Consuming Chyawan… https://t.co/JUebqTWHc9
— ANI (@ANI) 1599984291000ICAI seeks extension of FY19 GST annual return filing deadline by 3 months
- The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has written to the GST Council seeking deferment of 2018-19 GST annual return filing deadline by 3 months till December 31.
- The last date for filing annual return for 2018-19 fiscal for Goods and Services Tax (GST) registered taxpayer is September 30.
President Kovind condoles death of Raghuvansh Prasad Singh
The passing away of Raghuvansh Prasad Singh is tragic. An outstanding leader rooted to the ground, he was a true stalwart with a phenomenal understanding of rural India. Condolences to his family & followers: President Ram Nath Kovind
In the last 15 years, Bihar has shown that development happens with the right government, decisions, & policies, and also reaches everyone. We are working for the growth of all sectors in Bihar
- PM
80% of total ICU bed strength in hospitals to be reserved for COVID patients: Delhi govt
Due to surge in #COVID19 cases, all nursing homes & private hospitals having bed strength of 50 beds or more, direc… https://t.co/KenZM4i9Ag
— ANI (@ANI) 1599981594000Bihar was plagued by mindset where road projects were sneered at with query what is it worth for those without vehicles
- PM Narendra Modi
