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 By Alicia Powell<br /><br />(Reuters) -     The life of comedic actress Betty White is being celebrated in a new biographical comic book.<br /><br />    White, who would have turned 100 on Jan. 17, capped a career of more than 80 years by becoming America`s geriatric sweetheart. She died on Friday in her sleep at her home, according to her agent. <br /><br />    From her early days in television to her iconic role on "The Golden Girls" and her social media fame, the 30-page comic by TidalWave Productions traces her Hollywood journey. The book will be available both digitally and in print and can be found on multiple platforms such as Amazon.com. <br /><br />TidalWave Productions has previously released biographies on celebrities including Carrie Fisher, Lucille Ball, David Bowie and Elizabeth Taylor.  <br /><br />    White won best-supporting actress Emmys for her role on the "The Mary Tyler Moore Show" in 1975 and 1976.<br /><br />    She won another Emmy in 1986 for "The Golden Girls," a sitcom about four older women living together in Miami that featured an age demographic rarely highlighted on American television. White also was nominated for an Emmy six other times for her portrayal of the widowed Rose Nylund, a sweet, naive and ditzy Midwesterner, on the show, which ran from 1985 to 1992 and was one of the top-rated series of its time.<br /><br />    White, who had no children, worked for animal causes. She once turned down a role in the movie "As Good as It Gets" because of a scene in which a dog was thrown in a garbage chute.<br /><br /><br /><br /> (Reporting by Alicia Powell in New York; Editing by Lisa Shumaker)<br /><br /> 

By Alicia Powell (Reuters) - The life of comedic actress Betty White is being celebrated in a new biographical comic book. White, who would have turned 100 on Jan.

By Alicia Powell (Reuters) - The life of comedic actress Betty White is being celebrated in a new biographical comic book. White, who would have turned 100 on Jan. 17, capped a career of more than 80 years by becoming America`s geriatric sweetheart. She died on Friday in her sleep at her home, according to her agent. From her early days in television to her iconic role on "The Golden Girls" and her social media fame, the 30-page comic by TidalWave Productions traces her Hollywood journey. The book will be available both digitally and in print and can be found on multiple platforms such as Amazon.com. TidalWave Productions has previously released biographies on celebrities including Carrie Fisher, Lucille Ball, David Bowie and Elizabeth Taylor. White won best-supporting actress Emmys for her role on the "The Mary Tyler Moore Show" in 1975 and 1976. She won another Emmy in 1986 for "The Golden Girls," a sitcom about four older women living together in Miami that featured an age demographic rarely highlighted on American television. White also was nominated for an Emmy six other times for her portrayal of the widowed Rose Nylund, a sweet, naive and ditzy Midwesterner, on the show, which ran from 1985 to 1992 and was one of the top-rated series of its time. White, who had no children, worked for animal causes. She once turned down a role in the movie "As Good as It Gets" because of a scene in which a dog was thrown in a garbage chute. (Reporting by Alicia Powell in New York; Editing by Lisa Shumaker)

Actress Betty White has a last laugh in biographic comic book

<p>Amid fast-rising COVID-19 cases, the Tamil Nadu government has announced a night curfew (from 10pm to 5am) across the state starting from Thursday (6th Jan) and a full lockdown on Sundays. During these hours, only public transport, private bus services, fuel stations, ATMs, and essentials such as delivery of milk, newspapers would be permitted to function.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Those working night shifts in essential industries have been advised to carry company-issued ID cards and vaccination certificates. The government has advised flight, bus, and train passengers travelling during the curfew/lockdown hours to carry their ticket copies to prove their credentials. Those who have valid travel tickets can use autos and taxis to get around during the curfew hours.</p>

<p>On Sunday lockdowns, only essential services would be permitted, besides online food delivery services and take-aways at hotels, which can function between 7 a.m. and 10 pm. During Sunday lockdowns, even public transportation would be inoperable.</p>

<p>Only classes in grades 9–12th grade will be permitted to have in-person schooling. Training and coaching centres are not permitted to function. Buses, metros, and local trains can accommodate only up to 50% of their seating capacity. All colleges, other than medical and paramedical colleges, have been asked to remain closed till January 20th.</p>

<p>Government and private celebratory events for Pongal festivities are cancelled. All entertainment and amusement parks are closed. However, the public will be able to visit beaches alone for walking. All places of worship will be closed on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Hotels, lodges, restaurants, clothing and jewellery stores, gyms, yoga centers, clubs, cinema halls, indoor stadiums, salons, spas, and beauty parlours will be limited to 50% occupancy.</p>


Amid fast-rising COVID-19 cases, the Tamil Nadu government has announced a night curfew (from 10pm to 5am) across the state starting from Thursday (6th Jan) and a full lockdown on Sundays.

Amid fast-rising COVID-19 cases, the Tamil Nadu government has announced a night curfew (from 10pm to 5am) across the state starting from Thursday (6th Jan) and a full lockdown on Sundays. During these hours, only public transport, private bus services, fuel stations, ATMs, and essentials such as delivery of milk, newspapers would be permitted to function. Those working night shifts in essential industries have been advised to carry company-issued ID cards and vaccination certificates. The government has advised flight, bus, and train passengers travelling during the curfew/lockdown hours to carry their ticket copies to prove their credentials. Those who have valid travel tickets can use autos and taxis to get around during the curfew hours. On Sunday lockdowns, only essential services would be permitted, besides online food delivery services and take-aways at hotels, which can function between 7 a.m. and 10 pm. During Sunday lockdowns, even public transportation would be inoperable. Only classes in grades 9–12th grade will be permitted to have in-person schooling. Training and coaching centres are not permitted to function. Buses, metros, and local trains can accommodate only up to 50% of their seating capacity. All colleges, other than medical and paramedical colleges, have been asked to remain closed till January 20th. Government and private celebratory events for Pongal festivities are cancelled. All entertainment and amusement parks are closed. However, the public will be able to visit beaches alone for walking. All places of worship will be closed on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Hotels, lodges, restaurants, clothing and jewellery stores, gyms, yoga centers, clubs, cinema halls, indoor stadiums, salons, spas, and beauty parlours will be limited to 50% occupancy.

COVID-19: Night curfew in Tamil Nadu from January 6; full lockdown on Sundays 

<p>Jammu and Kashmir Government for the first time ever will be taking action against the Policemen involved in anti-national, criminal and corruption activities. As part of the cleansing process of police and administration, a list of 168 policemen has been prepared who could be terminated from their services.</p>

<p>The list of 168 policemen includes 161 from the Kashmir region while 7 belong to the Jammu region. Police officials say many of the policemen named in the list could have links with terror groups.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Please Intimate by return signal, the involvement/non involvement with regard to criminal/corruption cases as well as subversive activities in respect of following officers/officials who are residing within your respective jurisdictions within two days positively, As the same is required in connection with the review of their performances in pursuance to government." said that order. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The list includes 2 inspectors, 11 sub-inspectors and 49 assistant sub-inspectors. Rest are head constables, selection grade constables, constables and followers.</p>

<p>It's for the first time that such action would be taken against policemen in the union territory. The concerned station house officers have been asked to submit a report about these people as soon as possible.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The government plans to take action after these reports are submitted. Most of the officers could be terminated and those who have completed 22 years of service shall be prematurely retired.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The steps are being taken for the government's zero tolerance policy for any anti national activity, corruption or criminal activities.&nbsp;</p>


Jammu and Kashmir Government for the first time ever will be taking action against the Policemen involved in anti-national, criminal and corruption activities. As part of the cleansing process of police and administration, a list of 168 policemen has been prepared who could be terminated from their services.

Jammu and Kashmir Government for the first time ever will be taking action against the Policemen involved in anti-national, criminal and corruption activities. As part of the cleansing process of police and administration, a list of 168 policemen has been prepared who could be terminated from their services. The list of 168 policemen includes 161 from the Kashmir region while 7 belong to the Jammu region. Police officials say many of the policemen named in the list could have links with terror groups. "Please Intimate by return signal, the involvement/non involvement with regard to criminal/corruption cases as well as subversive activities in respect of following officers/officials who are residing within your respective jurisdictions within two days positively, As the same is required in connection with the review of their performances in pursuance to government." said that order. The list includes 2 inspectors, 11 sub-inspectors and 49 assistant sub-inspectors. Rest are head constables, selection grade constables, constables and followers. It's for the first time that such action would be taken against policemen in the union territory. The concerned station house officers have been asked to submit a report about these people as soon as possible. The government plans to take action after these reports are submitted. Most of the officers could be terminated and those who have completed 22 years of service shall be prematurely retired. The steps are being taken for the government's zero tolerance policy for any anti national activity, corruption or criminal activities.

Jammu and Kashmir government to probe policemen's involvement in anti-national activities

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="3">The Ministry of Home Affairs sent a harsh letter on January 5, alleging a "serious lapse in PM Narendra Modi's security" while he was in Punjab for various activities.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="4">According to the report, the Punjab government neglected to deploy additional security to ensure the safety of any road traffic.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="5">On Wednesday, PM Modi's cavalcade became stalled on a flyover as protesting farmers blocked the road.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="6">SPG troops swooped in and surrounded PM Modi's car while it remained stalled on the flyover, preventing any untoward incidents.&nbsp;<br />
<br />
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pms-security-lapse-bjp-slams-congress-over-modi-ji-hows-the-josh-tweet-442447"><strong>Also read | PM's security lapse: BJP slams Congress over 'Modi ji, How's the Josh?' tweet</strong></a></p>

<p>PM Modi's convoy was delayed on a flyover for 15-20 minutes when the lapse occurred.<br />
<br />
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/extremely-worrisome-bjp-chief-nadda-lashes-at-congress-over-breach-in-security-of-pm-modi-442409"><strong>Also read | 'Extremely worrisome': BJP chief Nadda lashes at Congress over breach in security of PM Modi</strong></a><br />
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Some protestors obstructed the caravan roughly 30 kilometres from the National Martyrs' Memorial in Hussainiwala.</p>

<p>According to the Union Home Ministry, PM Modi arrived in Bathinda this morning and was scheduled to fly to Hussainiwala to visit the National Martyrs' Memorial.</p>

<p>Due to rain and poor visibility, the PM was forced to wait for around 20 minutes.</p>

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<p>When the weather did not improve, he decided to drive to the National Martyrs' Memorial, which would take more than two hours.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He proceeded to travel by road after necessary confirmation of necessary security arrangements by Punjab Police DGP Siddharth Chattopadhyaya.&nbsp;</p>

<p>When the Prime Minister's convoy approached a flyover about 30 kilometres from the National Martyrs' Memorial in Hussainiwala, it was discovered that the road had been blocked by several protestors.</p>

<p>For 15-20 minutes, the Prime Minister got trapped on an overpass.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The MHA stated that the Prime Minister's itinerary and travel plans were informed to the Punjab government well in advance, and that the latter should have made the appropriate logistical and security arrangements in accordance with procedure.</p>

<p>In addition, the Punjab government could have deployed greater security to secure any road movement, as per a contingency plan that should have been in place.</p>

<p>This, according to the MHA, was not done.</p>

<p>Following the security breakdown, the convoy was rerouted back to Bathinda airport, according to the MHA, who also stated that the state government has been requested to provide a full report.</p>

<p>The MHA has ordered the state government to identify and punish those responsible for the significant security breach.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The Ministry of Home Affairs sent a harsh letter on January 5, alleging a "serious lapse in PM Narendra Modi's security" while he was in Punjab for various activities.

The Ministry of Home Affairs sent a harsh letter on January 5, alleging a "serious lapse in PM Narendra Modi's security" while he was in Punjab for various activities. According to the report, the Punjab government neglected to deploy additional security to ensure the safety of any road traffic. On Wednesday, PM Modi's cavalcade became stalled on a flyover as protesting farmers blocked the road. SPG troops swooped in and surrounded PM Modi's car while it remained stalled on the flyover, preventing any untoward incidents. Also read | PM's security lapse: BJP slams Congress over 'Modi ji, How's the Josh?' tweet PM Modi's convoy was delayed on a flyover for 15-20 minutes when the lapse occurred. Also read | 'Extremely worrisome': BJP chief Nadda lashes at Congress over breach in security of PM Modi Some protestors obstructed the caravan roughly 30 kilometres from the National Martyrs' Memorial in Hussainiwala. According to the Union Home Ministry, PM Modi arrived in Bathinda this morning and was scheduled to fly to Hussainiwala to visit the National Martyrs' Memorial. Due to rain and poor visibility, the PM was forced to wait for around 20 minutes. Indian PM @narendramodi stuck on a flyover for 15-20 minutes in Punjab's Bathinda, a major security lapse, says government pic.twitter.com/3hCNm764Ak — WION (@WIONews) January 5, 2022 × When the weather did not improve, he decided to drive to the National Martyrs' Memorial, which would take more than two hours. He proceeded to travel by road after necessary confirmation of necessary security arrangements by Punjab Police DGP Siddharth Chattopadhyaya. When the Prime Minister's convoy approached a flyover about 30 kilometres from the National Martyrs' Memorial in Hussainiwala, it was discovered that the road had been blocked by several protestors. For 15-20 minutes, the Prime Minister got trapped on an overpass. The MHA stated that the Prime Minister's itinerary and travel plans were informed to the Punjab government well in advance, and that the latter should have made the appropriate logistical and security arrangements in accordance with procedure. In addition, the Punjab government could have deployed greater security to secure any road movement, as per a contingency plan that should have been in place. This, according to the MHA, was not done. Following the security breakdown, the convoy was rerouted back to Bathinda airport, according to the MHA, who also stated that the state government has been requested to provide a full report. The MHA has ordered the state government to identify and punish those responsible for the significant security breach. (With inputs from agencies)

Major lapse in Indian PM Narendra Modi's security, convoy stuck on a flyover for 20 minutes

<p>Nepal’s CPN (Maoist Centre) has pledged to fight for the protection of disputed lands including&nbsp;Kalapani, Limpiyadhura, and Lipulekh&nbsp;with India, announcing the amendment in a political document released last week.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A week-long 8th General Convention of the CPN (Maoist Centre) has concluded, selecting 236 Central Committee(CC) members and endorsing a political document tabled by party Chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Earlier on Monday, Dahal presented his political report titled&nbsp;“The Path to Socialism in the 21st Century”&nbsp;before the seven-member closed session.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/bimstec-secretary-general-lekphell-on-4-day-visit-to-nepal-appreciates-nepals-contribution-442388" hreflang="en">BIMSTEC Sec Gen on 4-day visit to Nepal, appreciates Nepal’s contribution</a></strong></p>

<p>On Wednesday, the party included a few lines demanding the “government to strengthen the spirit of nationalism by including the complete map passed by the federal parliament in the curriculum.”</p>

<p>This line has been included while amending the political report of the Maoists.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“This General Convention makes a special appeal to the Government of Nepal, all the political parties of the country and the stakeholders to repeal all the unequal treaties and agreements including the treaty of 1950 and to take necessary steps in the new treaty as required on the basis of universal equality and mutual benefit,” the document added.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/nepal-grounds-six-made-in-china-planes-calls-them-liability-442288" hreflang="en">Nepal grounds six Made-in-China planes, calls them liability</a></strong></p>

<p>In addition, the party has also demanded the Government of Nepal to take diplomatic initiative for action and compensation to those involved in the Darchula incident where a Nepalese man was washed away in the Mahakali river along the Indian border.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Dahal in his document has outlined the Nepali way to achieve socialism in the 21st century. He added that the party should strive to ensure identity-based federalism from three fronts,&nbsp;street, parliament, and the government.</p>

<p>The amendments in the document comes&nbsp;just days before Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba’s visit to India. The PM is scheduled&nbsp;to attend the 'Vibrant Gujarat Summit' and hold meetings with his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Earlier in November, a similar statement was made by former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oil during his party CPN-UML convention. He vowed to fight for Kalapani, Limpiyadhura, and Lipulekh if he returns to power.</p>


Nepal’s CPN (Maoist Centre) has pledged to fight for the protection of disputed lands including Kalapani, Limpiyadhura, and Lipulekh with India, announcing the amendment in a political document released last week.

Nepal’s CPN (Maoist Centre) has pledged to fight for the protection of disputed lands including Kalapani, Limpiyadhura, and Lipulekh with India, announcing the amendment in a political document released last week. A week-long 8th General Convention of the CPN (Maoist Centre) has concluded, selecting 236 Central Committee(CC) members and endorsing a political document tabled by party Chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’. Earlier on Monday, Dahal presented his political report titled “The Path to Socialism in the 21st Century” before the seven-member closed session. Also read | BIMSTEC Sec Gen on 4-day visit to Nepal, appreciates Nepal’s contribution On Wednesday, the party included a few lines demanding the “government to strengthen the spirit of nationalism by including the complete map passed by the federal parliament in the curriculum.” This line has been included while amending the political report of the Maoists. “This General Convention makes a special appeal to the Government of Nepal, all the political parties of the country and the stakeholders to repeal all the unequal treaties and agreements including the treaty of 1950 and to take necessary steps in the new treaty as required on the basis of universal equality and mutual benefit,” the document added. Also read | Nepal grounds six Made-in-China planes, calls them liability In addition, the party has also demanded the Government of Nepal to take diplomatic initiative for action and compensation to those involved in the Darchula incident where a Nepalese man was washed away in the Mahakali river along the Indian border. Dahal in his document has outlined the Nepali way to achieve socialism in the 21st century. He added that the party should strive to ensure identity-based federalism from three fronts, street, parliament, and the government. The amendments in the document comes just days before Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba’s visit to India. The PM is scheduled to attend the 'Vibrant Gujarat Summit' and hold meetings with his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi. Earlier in November, a similar statement was made by former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oil during his party CPN-UML convention. He vowed to fight for Kalapani, Limpiyadhura, and Lipulekh if he returns to power.

Nepal Maoist party pledges to fight for disputed land with India

<p>Three people have been arrested following an investigation into an app that apparently seemed to demean Muslim women by using their morphed pictures for an online fake auction.</p>

<p>While there was no actual ‘auction’ or ‘sale’ taking, the purpose of the app seemed to be to humiliate and intimidate the targeted women, many of whom are active social media users.</p>

<p>The action was taken following multiple complaints from prominent women who claimed that their morphed photos were used on an open source app called GitHub platform.</p>

<p>The app was called Bulli Bai, a derogatory term to describe Muslim women.</p>

<p>Ismat Ara, a journalist targeted by the app, said in a police complaint filed on Sunday that it was an attempt to harass Muslim women.</p>

<p>“The said ‘GitHub’ is violent, threatening and intending to create a feeling of fear and shame in my mind, as well as in the minds of women in general, and the Muslim community whose women are being targeted in this hateful manner," said the complaint, which Ara posted on social media.</p>

<p>Women victims had demanded the arrest of those behind such an act and Shiv Sena party MP Priyanka Chaturvedi had also made a complaint to Mumbai Police's cyber wing.</p>

<p>Following the outrage, three people were arrested. The first arrest was made from India’s southern Bengaluru city where a 21-year-old engineering student, Vishal Jha, was taken into custody.</p>

<p>The second arrest was of a 19-year-old woman, Shweta Singh, from Uttarakhand state. According to the police, the girl was said to be the main culprit in the case.</p>

<p>Then in the early hours of Wednesday, another person, Mayank Rawal (21), was arrested.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, a similar case emerged on Thursday where the focus of the target veered towards the Hindu women.</p>

<p>A channel created on the cross-platform Telegram, showcases morphed photos of Hindu women.</p>

<p>Information and Technology minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Twitter said, “Channel blocked. Government of India coordinating with police authorities of states for action.”</p>

<p>(With inputs from agencies)</p>


Three people have been arrested following an investigation into an app that apparently seemed to demean Muslim women by using their morphed pictures for an online fake auction.

Three people have been arrested following an investigation into an app that apparently seemed to demean Muslim women by using their morphed pictures for an online fake auction. While there was no actual ‘auction’ or ‘sale’ taking, the purpose of the app seemed to be to humiliate and intimidate the targeted women, many of whom are active social media users. The action was taken following multiple complaints from prominent women who claimed that their morphed photos were used on an open source app called GitHub platform. The app was called Bulli Bai, a derogatory term to describe Muslim women. Ismat Ara, a journalist targeted by the app, said in a police complaint filed on Sunday that it was an attempt to harass Muslim women. “The said ‘GitHub’ is violent, threatening and intending to create a feeling of fear and shame in my mind, as well as in the minds of women in general, and the Muslim community whose women are being targeted in this hateful manner," said the complaint, which Ara posted on social media. Women victims had demanded the arrest of those behind such an act and Shiv Sena party MP Priyanka Chaturvedi had also made a complaint to Mumbai Police's cyber wing. Following the outrage, three people were arrested. The first arrest was made from India’s southern Bengaluru city where a 21-year-old engineering student, Vishal Jha, was taken into custody. The second arrest was of a 19-year-old woman, Shweta Singh, from Uttarakhand state. According to the police, the girl was said to be the main culprit in the case. Then in the early hours of Wednesday, another person, Mayank Rawal (21), was arrested. Meanwhile, a similar case emerged on Thursday where the focus of the target veered towards the Hindu women. A channel created on the cross-platform Telegram, showcases morphed photos of Hindu women. Information and Technology minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Twitter said, “Channel blocked. Government of India coordinating with police authorities of states for action.” (With inputs from agencies)

Bully Bai app case: Three arrested for online abuse of women in India

<p>A marathon seven-hour long surgery involving eight doctors and 24 nurses was performed in the southern Indian city of Chennai to save the life of a 4-year old whose small intestine had stopped functioning.</p>

<p>The complicated surgery involved precisely removing 150cm of the father’s small intestine and transplanting it to his son.</p>

<p>More than three months after the surgery, as the father and son are going about their daily lives, doctors opened up on the extremely rare condition faced by the boy and the transplant that they performed.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It all began when Guhan, a four-year-old boy, developed sudden and erratic vomiting.</p>

<p>Upon visiting a hospital, the family learnt that their son was diagnosed with a condition known as ‘volvulus’, which meant that his smaller intestine was twisted and thereby cut off from blood flow.</p>

<p>Hence, all the cells in his small intestine were dying and the organ was losing its function. With the absorption of nutrients being the key function of the small intestine, this organ’s failure was a serious threat to the young boy’s life.&nbsp;</p>

<p>With no option left, the parents had to allow the doctors to remove their son’s small intestine entirely in order to save him.</p>

<p>However, the young boy had to endure extreme hardships as he had to be endlessly hooked onto intravenous feeding (nutrients being fed directly into the bloodstream), even for his basic sustenance.</p>

<p>He just couldn’t be fed like kids of his age, as the food he ingests normally would cause further health complications in his already fragile body.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Later, after consulting Rela Hospital in Chennai, the family was made aware of the possibility of intestinal transplantation. Despite the risks, the family went ahead with the procedure, as it was the only hope for saving their ailing son.</p>

<p>Swaminathan, Guhan’s father donated 150cm of his small intestine —which could be as long as six meters—for the transplant.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Dr Naresh Shanmugam, senior consultant, Liver and Gastro specialist for children, explained that volvulus can occur&nbsp;only twice in thousand cases, and was an issue seen during the initial growth years.</p>

<p>He added that twisted intestines could surgically be untwisted when the condition is detected early enough.</p>

<p>When queried about how the 150cm transplanted small intestine could carry out the function of the organ that spans up to six meters in length, he told WION that it would eventually be functional and can last the boy his entire lifetime.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to prof. Mohamed Rela, who headed the team that performed the surgery, such transplants always faced the risk of organ rejection by the recipient.</p>

<p>However in this case, adequate care was provided to mitigate that issue. He also explained that such intestine transplants can’t be done from one living adult to another. In the case of adults, such organs can only be removed from cadavers, he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>With the surgery being successfully completed on September 13 last year, Guhan had to completely depend on intravenous nutrition for several months.</p>

<p>Gradually, as the new organ was accepted by his system, he began to consume food normally.</p>

<p>According to Guhan’s parents, going in for a transplant was terrifying, but they went ahead with it, owing to the doctors’ reassurance and for giving their son a second chance at life.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“For those that suffer failure of the small intestine, only intravenous nutrition would be possible. However, even that is not viable after 10-15 years. In most cases, it leads to gradual loss of life,” Rela explained.</p>

<p>Intestine transplants are not as common as liver of kidney transplants, he added.</p>

<p>According to the Asia Book of Records, this transplant procedure was recognized as Asia’s Youngest Small Intestine Transplant surgery.&nbsp;</p>


A marathon seven-hour long surgery involving eight doctors and 24 nurses was performed in the southern Indian city of Chennai to save the life of a 4-year old whose small intestine had stopped functioning.

A marathon seven-hour long surgery involving eight doctors and 24 nurses was performed in the southern Indian city of Chennai to save the life of a 4-year old whose small intestine had stopped functioning. The complicated surgery involved precisely removing 150cm of the father’s small intestine and transplanting it to his son. More than three months after the surgery, as the father and son are going about their daily lives, doctors opened up on the extremely rare condition faced by the boy and the transplant that they performed. It all began when Guhan, a four-year-old boy, developed sudden and erratic vomiting. Upon visiting a hospital, the family learnt that their son was diagnosed with a condition known as ‘volvulus’, which meant that his smaller intestine was twisted and thereby cut off from blood flow. Hence, all the cells in his small intestine were dying and the organ was losing its function. With the absorption of nutrients being the key function of the small intestine, this organ’s failure was a serious threat to the young boy’s life. With no option left, the parents had to allow the doctors to remove their son’s small intestine entirely in order to save him. However, the young boy had to endure extreme hardships as he had to be endlessly hooked onto intravenous feeding (nutrients being fed directly into the bloodstream), even for his basic sustenance. He just couldn’t be fed like kids of his age, as the food he ingests normally would cause further health complications in his already fragile body. Later, after consulting Rela Hospital in Chennai, the family was made aware of the possibility of intestinal transplantation. Despite the risks, the family went ahead with the procedure, as it was the only hope for saving their ailing son. Swaminathan, Guhan’s father donated 150cm of his small intestine —which could be as long as six meters—for the transplant. Dr Naresh Shanmugam, senior consultant, Liver and Gastro specialist for children, explained that volvulus can occur only twice in thousand cases, and was an issue seen during the initial growth years. He added that twisted intestines could surgically be untwisted when the condition is detected early enough. When queried about how the 150cm transplanted small intestine could carry out the function of the organ that spans up to six meters in length, he told WION that it would eventually be functional and can last the boy his entire lifetime. According to prof. Mohamed Rela, who headed the team that performed the surgery, such transplants always faced the risk of organ rejection by the recipient. However in this case, adequate care was provided to mitigate that issue. He also explained that such intestine transplants can’t be done from one living adult to another. In the case of adults, such organs can only be removed from cadavers, he added. With the surgery being successfully completed on September 13 last year, Guhan had to completely depend on intravenous nutrition for several months. Gradually, as the new organ was accepted by his system, he began to consume food normally. According to Guhan’s parents, going in for a transplant was terrifying, but they went ahead with it, owing to the doctors’ reassurance and for giving their son a second chance at life. “For those that suffer failure of the small intestine, only intravenous nutrition would be possible. However, even that is not viable after 10-15 years. In most cases, it leads to gradual loss of life,” Rela explained. Intestine transplants are not as common as liver of kidney transplants, he added. According to the Asia Book of Records, this transplant procedure was recognized as Asia’s Youngest Small Intestine Transplant surgery.

Chennai: Father donates small intestine to 4-year-old son, both safe after transplant surgery 

<p data-changed="true" data-paragraphid="3">After a rally in Ferozepur was called off due to protesters blocking his route, BJP President JP Nadda slammed the Punjab Congress administration for having a "cheap mentality" and adopting "all possible methods" to undermine Prime Minister Narendra Modi's programmes.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="5">What's more concerning, according to Nadda, is that the occurrence was also a major security breach.&nbsp;<br />
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<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="6">"What is extremely worrisome is that this incident was also a big security lapse as far as the PM is concerned. Protestors were given access to the Prime Minister's route while the Punjab CS (chief secretary) and DGP gave assurances to SPG that the route is clear. To make matters worse, CM Channi refused to get on the phone to either address the matter or solve it. The tactics used by the Congress government in Punjab would pain anyone who believes in democratic principles," he said in a tweet.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>According to Nadda, the state police were ordered to block people from attending Modi's rally, and a large number of buses were stranded as a result of the police's high-handedness in collusion with the demonstrators.</p>

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After a rally in Ferozepur was called off due to protesters blocking his route, BJP President JP Nadda slammed the Punjab Congress administration for having a "cheap mentality" and adopting "all possible methods" to undermine Prime Minister Narendra Modi's programmes.

After a rally in Ferozepur was called off due to protesters blocking his route, BJP President JP Nadda slammed the Punjab Congress administration for having a "cheap mentality" and adopting "all possible methods" to undermine Prime Minister Narendra Modi's programmes. What's more concerning, according to Nadda, is that the occurrence was also a major security breach. Also read | Major lapse in Indian PM Narendra Modi's security, convoy stuck on a flyover for 20 minutes "What is extremely worrisome is that this incident was also a big security lapse as far as the PM is concerned. Protestors were given access to the Prime Minister's route while the Punjab CS (chief secretary) and DGP gave assurances to SPG that the route is clear. To make matters worse, CM Channi refused to get on the phone to either address the matter or solve it. The tactics used by the Congress government in Punjab would pain anyone who believes in democratic principles," he said in a tweet. What is extremely worrisome is that this incident was also a big security lapse as far as the PM is concerned. Protestors were given access to the Prime Minister’s route while the Punjab CS and DGP gave assurances to SPG that the route is clear. — Jagat Prakash Nadda (@JPNadda) January 5, 2022 × To make matters worse, CM Channi refused to get on the phone to either address the matter or solve it. The tactics used by the Congress government in Punjab would pain any one who believes in democratic principles. — Jagat Prakash Nadda (@JPNadda) January 5, 2022 × According to Nadda, the state police were ordered to block people from attending Modi's rally, and a large number of buses were stranded as a result of the police's high-handedness in collusion with the demonstrators. (With inputs from agencies)

'Extremely worrisome': BJP chief Nadda lashes at Congress over breach in security of PM Modi

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="3">A tri-service probe is expected to brief Defence Minister Rajnath Singh today, nearly a month after the death of Chief of Defence Staff General Bipin Rawat and 13 others in a terrible plane crash.&nbsp;</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="5">According to sources, pilot error was the most likely reason for the chopper crash that killed Chief of Defence Staff General Bipin Rawat last month.<br />
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<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="6">The Mi-17V5 helicopter carrying General&nbsp;Rawat, his wife Madhulika, and 12 other armed forces personnel crashed after a CFIT (Controlled Flight Into Terrain) incident.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="7">According to sources, CIFT indicates that the helicopter was safe to fly and that the pilot was not at fault.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="8">Reduced visibility in the Coonoor area, where the crash occurred, due to inclement weather could be one of the factors, they suggested.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="9">CIFT is one of the leading causes of plane crashes around the world.&nbsp;<br />
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<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="10">Air Marshal Manvendra Singh, the country's top helicopter pilot in the armed forces, leads the tri-services court of investigation.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="11">Air Chief Marshal V R Chaudhari, the Chief of Air Staff, commissioned the Court of Inquiry.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="12">The findings will be legally verified before being submitted to ensure that all protocols were followed during the investigation.&nbsp;</p>

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A tri-service probe is expected to brief Defence Minister Rajnath Singh today, nearly a month after the death of Chief of Defence Staff General Bipin Rawat and 13 others in a terrible plane crash.

A tri-service probe is expected to brief Defence Minister Rajnath Singh today, nearly a month after the death of Chief of Defence Staff General Bipin Rawat and 13 others in a terrible plane crash. According to sources, pilot error was the most likely reason for the chopper crash that killed Chief of Defence Staff General Bipin Rawat last month. Pictures: Gen Bipin Rawat, India's first Chief of Defence Staff: A life in pictures The Mi-17V5 helicopter carrying General Rawat, his wife Madhulika, and 12 other armed forces personnel crashed after a CFIT (Controlled Flight Into Terrain) incident. According to sources, CIFT indicates that the helicopter was safe to fly and that the pilot was not at fault. Reduced visibility in the Coonoor area, where the crash occurred, due to inclement weather could be one of the factors, they suggested. CIFT is one of the leading causes of plane crashes around the world. Watch | Gravitas: India bids farewell to General Bipin Rawat Air Marshal Manvendra Singh, the country's top helicopter pilot in the armed forces, leads the tri-services court of investigation. Air Chief Marshal V R Chaudhari, the Chief of Air Staff, commissioned the Court of Inquiry. The findings will be legally verified before being submitted to ensure that all protocols were followed during the investigation. (With inputs from agencies)

General Bipin Rawat chopper crash: Tri-services investigation points to air crew error

After a relatively stable trend in COVID-19 cases, India is again recording a rise in coronavirus infections dominated by the omicron variant. a total of 58,000 new cases were reported in India in the last 24 hours, which is a 55 percent increase in cases in just one day.

India reports a 55 percent increase in cases in just one day, with 58,000 new COVID-19 cases

<p>Delhi is most likely to report around 10,000 new Covid cases today, taking the daily positive surge to nearly 10 per cent, state health minister Satyendar Jain on Wednesday said, while announcing the arrival of third wave in India.</p>

<p>On Tuesday, Delhi had recorded 5,481 news infections and three deaths in a day. The positivity rate stood at 8.3 per cent, a significant increase from 6.46 per cent on Monday.</p>

<p>“For Delhi, it is the fifth wave,” Jain said, adding, “Coronavirus is spreading very fast. The good news is that no serious cases have been found. We are also fully prepared to vaccinate teens.”</p>

<p>Testing for COVID-19 has been increased and around 90,000 tests have been conducted on Tuesday, the minister said.</p>

<p>He, however, added that only 300-400 samples are being sent for genome sequencing now as sequencing of all samples is not possible.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-reports-over-58000-covid-19-cases-in-24-hours-over-2000-omicron-cases-442334">India reports over 58,000 COVID-19 cases in 24 hours; over 2,000 Omicron cases</a></p>

<p>Jain said that private hospitals have been instructed to increase the number of reserved beds for COVID-19 patients from 10 per cent to 40 per cent of their total capacity.</p>

<p>Nearly 2 per cent of beds are occupied in the government hospitals, he said.</p>

<p>Anticipating explosion of cases, Delhi civic authorities had already announced weekend curfew in the national capital.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-reports-over-37000-new-cases-124-deaths-as-omicron-tally-reaches-to-1892-442124">Also Read:&nbsp;124 deaths as Omicron tally reaches to 1,892 in India</a></p>

<p>Government officials have been instructed to work, while private offices have been allowed to function with 50 per cent capacity.</p>

<p>Buses and the metro rail will operate at full capacity in order to avoid long queues and crowding.</p>

<p>Delhi’s chief minister Arvind Kejriwal had also tested positive and&nbsp;isolated himself.</p>

<p>(With inputs from agencies)</p>


Delhi is most likely to report around 10,000 new Covid cases today, taking the daily positive surge to nearly 10 per cent, state health minister Satyendar Jain on Wednesday said, while announcing the arrival of third wave in India.

Delhi is most likely to report around 10,000 new Covid cases today, taking the daily positive surge to nearly 10 per cent, state health minister Satyendar Jain on Wednesday said, while announcing the arrival of third wave in India. On Tuesday, Delhi had recorded 5,481 news infections and three deaths in a day. The positivity rate stood at 8.3 per cent, a significant increase from 6.46 per cent on Monday. “For Delhi, it is the fifth wave,” Jain said, adding, “Coronavirus is spreading very fast. The good news is that no serious cases have been found. We are also fully prepared to vaccinate teens.” Testing for COVID-19 has been increased and around 90,000 tests have been conducted on Tuesday, the minister said. He, however, added that only 300-400 samples are being sent for genome sequencing now as sequencing of all samples is not possible. Also read | India reports over 58,000 COVID-19 cases in 24 hours; over 2,000 Omicron cases Jain said that private hospitals have been instructed to increase the number of reserved beds for COVID-19 patients from 10 per cent to 40 per cent of their total capacity. Nearly 2 per cent of beds are occupied in the government hospitals, he said. Anticipating explosion of cases, Delhi civic authorities had already announced weekend curfew in the national capital. Also Read: 124 deaths as Omicron tally reaches to 1,892 in India Government officials have been instructed to work, while private offices have been allowed to function with 50 per cent capacity. Buses and the metro rail will operate at full capacity in order to avoid long queues and crowding. Delhi’s chief minister Arvind Kejriwal had also tested positive and isolated himself. (With inputs from agencies)

‘Fifth wave in Delhi’: State health minister says 10,000 new Covid cases expected today

According to the Union health ministry's data updated on Tuesday, a total of 1,892 cases of the Omicron form of coronavirus have been found across 23 states and Union Territories, out of which 766 have recovered or moved.

Maharashtra has the most cases (568), followed by Delhi (382), Kerala (185), and Rajasthan. Stay here for latest updates:

Live: Major Indian cities report spurt in Covid cases; many states announce stricter curbs

<p>India detected 37,379 new coronavirus cases and 124 more fatalities in the span of 24 hours, the most Covid cases since September, according to the Union health ministry's data updated on Tuesday.</p>

<p>The Omicron tally too saw a jump, as 1,892 cases were reported across 23 states and Union Territories so far. Of those cases, 766 have recovered or migrated, the health ministry said.</p>

<p>Maharashtra recorded the maximum number of 568 cases, followed by Delhi (382), Kerala (185), Rajasthan (174), Gujarat (152), and Tamil Nadu (121).</p>

<p>With Tuesday’s figures, India’s active cases have now increased to 1,71,830 and the country’s Covid tally rose to 3,49,60,261, according to the data.</p>

<p>The active cases comprise 0.49 per cent of the total infections, while the national COVID-19 recovery rate was recorded at 98.13 per cent, the health ministry said.</p>

<p>The daily positivity rate was recorded at 3.24 per cent while the weekly positivity rate was recorded at 2.05 per cent, according to the health ministry.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/omicron-update-fda-amends-emergency-use-of-pfizer-booster-dose-for-more-teens-442035">&nbsp;Omicron update: FDA amends emergency use of Pfizer booster dose for more teens</a></p>

<p>The health ministry stressed that more than 70 per cent of the deaths occurred due to comorbidities.</p>

<p>“Our figures are being reconciled with the Indian Council of Medical Research,” the ministry said on its website, adding the state-wise distribution of figures is subject to further verification and reconciliation.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/record-levels-of-coronavirus-revealed-in-wastewater-samples-across-united-states-442013">Record levels of coronavirus revealed in wastewater samples across US</a></strong></p>

<p>The cumulative doses administered in the country so far under the nationwide COVID-19 vaccination drive has exceeded 146.70 crore.</p>

<p>India's COVID-19 tally had crossed the 2 million mark on August 7, 2020, 3 million lakh on August 23, 4 million on September 5 and 5 million on September 16.</p>

<p>It went past 6 million on September 28, 7 million on October 11, crossed 8 million on October 29, 9 million on November 20 and surpassed the 10million-mark on December 19.</p>

<p>(With inputs from agencies)</p>


India detected 37,379 new coronavirus cases and 124 more fatalities in the span of 24 hours, the most Covid cases since September, according to the Union health ministry's data updated on Tuesday.

India detected 37,379 new coronavirus cases and 124 more fatalities in the span of 24 hours, the most Covid cases since September, according to the Union health ministry's data updated on Tuesday. The Omicron tally too saw a jump, as 1,892 cases were reported across 23 states and Union Territories so far. Of those cases, 766 have recovered or migrated, the health ministry said. Maharashtra recorded the maximum number of 568 cases, followed by Delhi (382), Kerala (185), Rajasthan (174), Gujarat (152), and Tamil Nadu (121). With Tuesday’s figures, India’s active cases have now increased to 1,71,830 and the country’s Covid tally rose to 3,49,60,261, according to the data. The active cases comprise 0.49 per cent of the total infections, while the national COVID-19 recovery rate was recorded at 98.13 per cent, the health ministry said. The daily positivity rate was recorded at 3.24 per cent while the weekly positivity rate was recorded at 2.05 per cent, according to the health ministry. Also read | Omicron update: FDA amends emergency use of Pfizer booster dose for more teens The health ministry stressed that more than 70 per cent of the deaths occurred due to comorbidities. “Our figures are being reconciled with the Indian Council of Medical Research,” the ministry said on its website, adding the state-wise distribution of figures is subject to further verification and reconciliation. Also read | Record levels of coronavirus revealed in wastewater samples across US The cumulative doses administered in the country so far under the nationwide COVID-19 vaccination drive has exceeded 146.70 crore. India's COVID-19 tally had crossed the 2 million mark on August 7, 2020, 3 million lakh on August 23, 4 million on September 5 and 5 million on September 16. It went past 6 million on September 28, 7 million on October 11, crossed 8 million on October 29, 9 million on November 20 and surpassed the 10million-mark on December 19. (With inputs from agencies)

India reports over 37,000 new cases, 124 deaths as Omicron tally reaches to 1,892

<p>India is likely to sell its BrahMos cruise missiles to Vietnam and the Philippines to boost its defence export market and have an edge over China.</p>

<p>The procurement is expected to signal a major upswing in India's ties with both nations which have been focusing on ramping up their naval prowess in the face of their lingering friction with China in the South China Sea.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/how-can-india-help-vietnam-in-the-disputed-south-china-sea-428966"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;How can India help Vietnam in the disputed South China Sea?</strong></a></p>

<p>China lays claim to most of the waters within a so-called Nine-Dash Line, which is also contested by Brunei, Malaysia, the Philippines, Taiwan, and Vietnam.</p>

<p>Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is going to visit Vietnam in the second week of this month for the celebration of the golden jubilee of the establishment of diplomatic ties between New Delhi Ho Chi Minh City.</p>

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<p>On the top of his agenda are a defence and joint collaboration including training and maintenance of defence equipment. This is Rajnath Singh's first visit to South East Asia amid growing Chinese aggression in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).</p>

<p>BrahMos Aerospace, an India-Russian joint venture, produces supersonic cruise missiles that can be launched from submarines, ships, aircraft, or land platforms.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/philippines-navy-chief-expresses-gratitude-to-indian-navy-chief-for-repairing-ship-damaged-by-fire-305576"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;Philippines Navy Chief expresses gratitude to Indian Navy Chief for repairing ship damaged by fire</strong></a></p>

<p>The missile fires at a speed of 2.8 Mach or almost three times the speed of sound. It has a range of approximately 290 kilometres.</p>

<p>Manila has recently allocated 2.8 billion pesos ($55.5 million) for initial funding for the weapon system.</p>

<p>India and the Philippines have signed an "implementing agreement” that dictates the terms and sets the foundation for government-to-government contracts.</p>

<p>Two “special allotment release orders” worth 1.3 billion pesos and 1.535 billion pesos were issued on December 27 to cover the initial funding requirements for the “Shore-Based Anti-Ship Missile System Acquisition Project” of the Philippine Navy as per the website of the Philippines’ department of budget management.</p>

<p>India aims to touch the target of five billion dollars worth of defence exports by 2025.</p>


India is likely to sell its BrahMos cruise missiles to Vietnam and the Philippines to boost its defence export market and have an edge over China. The procurement is expected to signal a major upswing in India's ties with both nations which have been focusing on ramping up their naval prowess in the face of their lingering friction with China in the South China Sea.

India is likely to sell its BrahMos cruise missiles to Vietnam and the Philippines to boost its defence export market and have an edge over China. The procurement is expected to signal a major upswing in India's ties with both nations which have been focusing on ramping up their naval prowess in the face of their lingering friction with China in the South China Sea. Also read | How can India help Vietnam in the disputed South China Sea? China lays claim to most of the waters within a so-called Nine-Dash Line, which is also contested by Brunei, Malaysia, the Philippines, Taiwan, and Vietnam. Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is going to visit Vietnam in the second week of this month for the celebration of the golden jubilee of the establishment of diplomatic ties between New Delhi Ho Chi Minh City. On the top of his agenda are a defence and joint collaboration including training and maintenance of defence equipment. This is Rajnath Singh's first visit to South East Asia amid growing Chinese aggression in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). BrahMos Aerospace, an India-Russian joint venture, produces supersonic cruise missiles that can be launched from submarines, ships, aircraft, or land platforms. Also read | Philippines Navy Chief expresses gratitude to Indian Navy Chief for repairing ship damaged by fire The missile fires at a speed of 2.8 Mach or almost three times the speed of sound. It has a range of approximately 290 kilometres. Manila has recently allocated 2.8 billion pesos ($55.5 million) for initial funding for the weapon system. India and the Philippines have signed an "implementing agreement” that dictates the terms and sets the foundation for government-to-government contracts. Two “special allotment release orders” worth 1.3 billion pesos and 1.535 billion pesos were issued on December 27 to cover the initial funding requirements for the “Shore-Based Anti-Ship Missile System Acquisition Project” of the Philippine Navy as per the website of the Philippines’ department of budget management. India aims to touch the target of five billion dollars worth of defence exports by 2025.

In a bid to boost defence export market, India likely to sell BrahMos missiles to Vietnam, Philippines

<p>A 11-month-old baby tested positive for novel coronavirus in India and was later hospitalised after the condition of the infant became severe.</p>

<p>The baby is the son of a famous Indian TV actor, Nakuul Mehta, who had tested positive for COVID-19 two weeks ago.</p>

<p>Sharing ordeal on&nbsp;Instagram, Nakuul’s wife Jankee Parekh, who was also infected with Covid, said her baby had to be admitted to the ICU after his fever crossed 104.2.</p>

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<p>“We rushed him in the middle of the night to the hospital when his fever crossed 104.2 &amp; what followed were very hard days in the Covid ICU with my baby boy. My fighter went through it all. Right from being rushed to the hospital in an ambulance, to him getting pricked 3 IVS, a bunch of blood tests, RTPCR, bottles of saline, antibiotics &amp; injections to get his body temperature down. Sometimes, I wonder how did this tiny human get so much strength to face all of it?” Jankee said.</p>

<p>Jankee revealed that it was tough to take care of her son as she was severely fatigued after suffering from Covid.</p>

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<p>“His fever finally broke after 3 days.&nbsp;Having to single handedly take care of Sufi 24/7 at the hospital felt exhausting. Little did I realise that a huge part of the fatigue &amp; exhaustion was also because I was positive too.”</p>

<p>Shen urged all the parents to take extra precautions as the fast-spreading Omicron continues to drive up cases across the country.</p>

<p>“Of what we have read, Omicron is supposedly milder on adults, but to all of you with babies please do not put your guard down. Not now. Our babies cannot wear masks or get vaccinated so we need to be all the more cautious as we are coming back home to them. The idea of sharing this fight has been to make sure I can extend this awareness, even if it’s to just 1 more parent.”</p>


A 11-month-old baby tested positive for novel coronavirus in India and was later hospitalised after the condition of the infant became severe. The baby is the son of a famous Indian TV actor, Nakuul Mehta, who had tested positive for COVID-19 two weeks ago.

A 11-month-old baby tested positive for novel coronavirus in India and was later hospitalised after the condition of the infant became severe. The baby is the son of a famous Indian TV actor, Nakuul Mehta, who had tested positive for COVID-19 two weeks ago. Sharing ordeal on Instagram, Nakuul’s wife Jankee Parekh, who was also infected with Covid, said her baby had to be admitted to the ICU after his fever crossed 104.2. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jankee Parekh Mehta (@jank_ee) × “We rushed him in the middle of the night to the hospital when his fever crossed 104.2 & what followed were very hard days in the Covid ICU with my baby boy. My fighter went through it all. Right from being rushed to the hospital in an ambulance, to him getting pricked 3 IVS, a bunch of blood tests, RTPCR, bottles of saline, antibiotics & injections to get his body temperature down. Sometimes, I wonder how did this tiny human get so much strength to face all of it?” Jankee said. Jankee revealed that it was tough to take care of her son as she was severely fatigued after suffering from Covid. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nakuul Mehta (@nakuulmehta) × “His fever finally broke after 3 days. Having to single handedly take care of Sufi 24/7 at the hospital felt exhausting. Little did I realise that a huge part of the fatigue & exhaustion was also because I was positive too.” Shen urged all the parents to take extra precautions as the fast-spreading Omicron continues to drive up cases across the country. “Of what we have read, Omicron is supposedly milder on adults, but to all of you with babies please do not put your guard down. Not now. Our babies cannot wear masks or get vaccinated so we need to be all the more cautious as we are coming back home to them. The idea of sharing this fight has been to make sure I can extend this awareness, even if it’s to just 1 more parent.”

11-month-old tests positive for COVID-19 in India

<p>In yet another high-profile Covid positive case, Arvind Kejriwal, who is chief minister of India’s state of Delhi, confirmed on Tuesday that he has contracted coronavirus.&nbsp;The leader has also isolated himself at home. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Not just this, the CM has asked people, who came in contact with him in last few days, to go into quarantine and get tested. &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-records-33750-new-covid-cases-in-24-hours-as-omicron-tally-reaches-1700-441908" hreflang="en">India records 33,750 new Covid cases in 24 hrs as Omicron tally reaches 1,700</a></strong></p>

<p>On Twitter, Kejriwal said, "I have tested positive for Covid. Mild symptoms. Have isolated myself at home. Those who came in touch wid (with) me in last few days, kindly isolate urself (yourself) and get urself tested." &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>On Monday, India recorded 33,750 fresh cases of coronavirus in a span of 24 hours.&nbsp;Covid tally of the country had spiked to 3,49,22,882.</p>

<p>And around 1,700 cases of Omicron variant were detected in the country till Monday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The active cases had also risen to 1,45,582, as per the Union health ministry's data updated on the day. &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/vaccination-for-15-18-age-group-in-india-starts-amid-covid-19-surge-441852" hreflang="en">Vaccination for 15-18 age group in India starts amid COVID-19 surge</a></strong></p>

<p>Around 639 patients of Omicron had either recovered or migrated. The new variant of coronavirus has come up in 23 states and union territories so far. &nbsp;</p>

<p>With 123 more fatalities, the death toll climbed to 4,81,893, the data updated at 8 am showed. Of the new fatalities, 78 had come from Kerala and nine from Maharashtra. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


In yet another high-profile Covid positive case, Arvind Kejriwal, who is chief minister of India’s state of Delhi, confirmed on Tuesday that he has contracted coronavirus.

In yet another high-profile Covid positive case, Arvind Kejriwal, who is chief minister of India’s state of Delhi, confirmed on Tuesday that he has contracted coronavirus. The leader has also isolated himself at home. Not just this, the CM has asked people, who came in contact with him in last few days, to go into quarantine and get tested. Also Read: India records 33,750 new Covid cases in 24 hrs as Omicron tally reaches 1,700 On Twitter, Kejriwal said, "I have tested positive for Covid. Mild symptoms. Have isolated myself at home. Those who came in touch wid (with) me in last few days, kindly isolate urself (yourself) and get urself tested." I have tested positive for Covid. Mild symptoms. Have isolated myself at home. Those who came in touch wid me in last few days, kindly isolate urself and get urself tested — Arvind Kejriwal (@ArvindKejriwal) January 4, 2022 × On Monday, India recorded 33,750 fresh cases of coronavirus in a span of 24 hours. Covid tally of the country had spiked to 3,49,22,882. And around 1,700 cases of Omicron variant were detected in the country till Monday. The active cases had also risen to 1,45,582, as per the Union health ministry's data updated on the day. Also Read: Vaccination for 15-18 age group in India starts amid COVID-19 surge Around 639 patients of Omicron had either recovered or migrated. The new variant of coronavirus has come up in 23 states and union territories so far. With 123 more fatalities, the death toll climbed to 4,81,893, the data updated at 8 am showed. Of the new fatalities, 78 had come from Kerala and nine from Maharashtra. (With inputs from agencies)

Indian state’s chief minister Arvind Kejriwal contracts Covid, isolates self at home

<p>Kashmir Valley witnessed a fresh spell of snowfall on Tuesday (January 4). While Srinagar, recorded rain and snowfall of 7.1mm, Gulmarg recorded 8.4 inches (21cm) of fresh snowfall. Another tourist resort, Pahalgam, recorded 13.5 cms of snowfall.</p>

<p>The authorities canceled around 34 flights to and from Srinagar today due to poor visibility amid rains and snowfall. The authorities also said that it's unlikely that remaining flights would be taking off from Srinagar today.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The road connectivity has also been impacted due to the fresh snowfall. The road from Srinagar-Kargil has been shut. The Gurez-Bandipora road has also been closed for traffic after the snowfall. The Mughal road from Kashmir to Jammu has also been closed today.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The MeT has also issued an ‘orange alert’ across the Valley as the snowfall is expected to increase in the coming 24 hours. There are chances of snow avalanches and landslides in vulnerable areas of North Kashmir. It has been advised that people in snow-bound areas should not venture out.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, Tourists seem to be enjoying the snowfall the most. From Gulmarg, Pahalgam and Srinagar, tourists could be seen enjoying the snowfall and playing with the snow. Most of them say it's the reason they came down to Kashmir.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"It's a dreamland and one of the reasons to come here was to witness the snow.It's nothing less than a dream come true. I am traveling with friends and I have never enjoyed this much before. We are all loving it," said Rahul Kumar,Tourist from Rajasthan.&nbsp;</p>

<p>While snowfall brings cheer on the faces of tourists, it brings a lot of problems to the locals living in the valley.&nbsp;</p>


Kashmir Valley witnessed a fresh spell of snowfall on Tuesday (January 4). While Srinagar, recorded rain and snowfall of 7.1mm, Gulmarg recorded 8.4 inches (21cm) of fresh snowfall.

Kashmir Valley witnessed a fresh spell of snowfall on Tuesday (January 4). While Srinagar, recorded rain and snowfall of 7.1mm, Gulmarg recorded 8.4 inches (21cm) of fresh snowfall. Another tourist resort, Pahalgam, recorded 13.5 cms of snowfall. The authorities canceled around 34 flights to and from Srinagar today due to poor visibility amid rains and snowfall. The authorities also said that it's unlikely that remaining flights would be taking off from Srinagar today. The road connectivity has also been impacted due to the fresh snowfall. The road from Srinagar-Kargil has been shut. The Gurez-Bandipora road has also been closed for traffic after the snowfall. The Mughal road from Kashmir to Jammu has also been closed today. The MeT has also issued an ‘orange alert’ across the Valley as the snowfall is expected to increase in the coming 24 hours. There are chances of snow avalanches and landslides in vulnerable areas of North Kashmir. It has been advised that people in snow-bound areas should not venture out. However, Tourists seem to be enjoying the snowfall the most. From Gulmarg, Pahalgam and Srinagar, tourists could be seen enjoying the snowfall and playing with the snow. Most of them say it's the reason they came down to Kashmir. "It's a dreamland and one of the reasons to come here was to witness the snow.It's nothing less than a dream come true. I am traveling with friends and I have never enjoyed this much before. We are all loving it," said Rahul Kumar,Tourist from Rajasthan. While snowfall brings cheer on the faces of tourists, it brings a lot of problems to the locals living in the valley.

Fresh snowfall in Kashmir, flights cancelled, orange alert issued

India today reported its highest daily tally of Covid-19 cases since September 2021 with over 37,000 people testing positive in the last 24 hours. The country has also recorded over 1,800 Omicron cases and the country has also reported 124 deaths in the past 24 hours.

Amid Covid surge in India, national capital Delhi imposes weekend curfew

<p>A new social media policy for the Kashmir region has been developed by the Jammu and Kashmir Police.</p>

<p>They recently ran ads in local newspapers warning people about the risks of misusing social media sites.</p>

<p>People are asked not to post anything contentious on social media networks.</p>

<p>The advertisement appeared in numerous local newspapers as well as on social media.</p>

<p>"Any individual who shares or forwards messages or videos which are fanning terror, violence [or] causing alarm or panic on social media platforms (Facebook, WhatsApp, Instagram, etc.) can be treated to be acting with intent to cause terror and disturbances in law and order situations," read the advertisement.</p>

<p>According to the Jammu and Kashmir Police, these commercials and awareness efforts will reduce the number of young people joining terrorist organisations, resulting in an improvement in law and order.</p>

<p>It's not a new thing, it's been done by police in every state, and we are doing it too. No one can publish fake news, glorify militancy, spread rumors, or threaten anyone.Whether it's Facebook or any other social media website, it's illegal. Anything that promotes militancy or fear among people is a crime under the law. We are awakening people in the first step, and in the next step, we will be taking action, "said IGP Kashmir, Vijay Kumar.</p>

<p>The security agencies have long claimed that social media is being used to promote terrorism in Kashmir.</p>

<p>It was also a source of law and order problems in various regions of the Kashmir Valley.</p>

<p>According to police sources, Pakistan has been unable to deploy terrorists into the valley with rifles and ammunition due to a tight security grid and monitoring along the Line of Control.</p>

<p>In the Kashmir valley, security personnel have taken a more robust approach to anti-terror operations.</p>

<p>The police source further added that terror handlers across the border are using social media as a tool to radicalise the Kashmiri youth.&nbsp;</p>

<p>There are numerous proofs with security agencies that handlers from across the border are using the internet to train local Kashmiri youth to become terrorists.</p>

<p>And security forces feel that by reviewing this policy, they would be able to put an end to these incidents.</p>


A new social media policy for the Kashmir region has been developed by the Jammu and Kashmir Police. They recently ran ads in local newspapers warning people about the risks of misusing social media sites.

A new social media policy for the Kashmir region has been developed by the Jammu and Kashmir Police. They recently ran ads in local newspapers warning people about the risks of misusing social media sites. People are asked not to post anything contentious on social media networks. The advertisement appeared in numerous local newspapers as well as on social media. "Any individual who shares or forwards messages or videos which are fanning terror, violence [or] causing alarm or panic on social media platforms (Facebook, WhatsApp, Instagram, etc.) can be treated to be acting with intent to cause terror and disturbances in law and order situations," read the advertisement. According to the Jammu and Kashmir Police, these commercials and awareness efforts will reduce the number of young people joining terrorist organisations, resulting in an improvement in law and order. It's not a new thing, it's been done by police in every state, and we are doing it too. No one can publish fake news, glorify militancy, spread rumors, or threaten anyone.Whether it's Facebook or any other social media website, it's illegal. Anything that promotes militancy or fear among people is a crime under the law. We are awakening people in the first step, and in the next step, we will be taking action, "said IGP Kashmir, Vijay Kumar. The security agencies have long claimed that social media is being used to promote terrorism in Kashmir. It was also a source of law and order problems in various regions of the Kashmir Valley. According to police sources, Pakistan has been unable to deploy terrorists into the valley with rifles and ammunition due to a tight security grid and monitoring along the Line of Control. In the Kashmir valley, security personnel have taken a more robust approach to anti-terror operations. The police source further added that terror handlers across the border are using social media as a tool to radicalise the Kashmiri youth. There are numerous proofs with security agencies that handlers from across the border are using the internet to train local Kashmiri youth to become terrorists. And security forces feel that by reviewing this policy, they would be able to put an end to these incidents.

Jammu and Kashmir police warns against social media misuse, reviews policy

India reports over 37,000 new Covid-19 cases, weekend curfew imposed in Delhi

<p>As cases of the Omicron variant of the COVID-19 have increased in recent days, India's capital Delhi will implement a weekend curfew, Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia said during a news conference on Tuesday.</p>

<p>He also stated that most businesses will be forced to have half of their workforce work from home.</p>

<p>Buses and metro trains, on the other hand, will operate at full capacity, subject to severe COVID-19 safety regulations such as social distance and the wearing of masks, as these means of transportation have the potential to become super-spreaders.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="13"><strong>Important guidelines by the Delhi government</strong></p>

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	<li data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="14">Work from home for government offices</li>
	<li data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="15">Private offices will operate at half capacity.</li>
	<li data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="16">For the sake of convenience, the bus and metro will run at full capacity, but masks are required.</li>
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<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="17">The decision was made at the DDMA meeting.</p>

<p>Government offices will also be able to work from home, with the exception of vital services.</p>

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<p>As a yellow alarm was sounded under the Graded Response Action Plan last week, the authorities ordered the immediate closure of schools, colleges, theatres, and gyms, as well as numerous restrictions on the operation of shops and public transportation (GRAP).</p>

<p>In the national capital, a night curfew has been imposed from 10 pm&nbsp;(formerly 11 pm) to 5 am</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Arvind Kejriwal, who is chief minister of India’s state of Delhi, confirmed&nbsp;that he has contracted coronavirus. The leader has also isolated himself at home. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Not just this, the CM has asked people, who came in contact with him in last few days, to go into quarantine and get tested. &nbsp;</p>

<p>On Twitter, Kejriwal said, "I have tested positive for Covid. Mild symptoms. Have isolated myself at home. Those who came in touch wid (with) me in last few days, kindly isolate urself (yourself) and get urself tested." &nbsp;<br />
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As cases of the Omicron variant of the COVID-19 have increased in recent days, India's capital Delhi will implement a weekend curfew, Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia said during a news conference on Tuesday.

As cases of the Omicron variant of the COVID-19 have increased in recent days, India's capital Delhi will implement a weekend curfew, Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia said during a news conference on Tuesday. He also stated that most businesses will be forced to have half of their workforce work from home. Buses and metro trains, on the other hand, will operate at full capacity, subject to severe COVID-19 safety regulations such as social distance and the wearing of masks, as these means of transportation have the potential to become super-spreaders. Important guidelines by the Delhi government Work from home for government offices Private offices will operate at half capacity. For the sake of convenience, the bus and metro will run at full capacity, but masks are required. The decision was made at the DDMA meeting. Government offices will also be able to work from home, with the exception of vital services. Buses and metro trains will again run at full seating capacity to avoid crowding outside metro stations and at bus stops: Delhi Deputy CM Manish Sisodia pic.twitter.com/eLTDqQRPQU — ANI (@ANI) January 4, 2022 × As a yellow alarm was sounded under the Graded Response Action Plan last week, the authorities ordered the immediate closure of schools, colleges, theatres, and gyms, as well as numerous restrictions on the operation of shops and public transportation (GRAP). In the national capital, a night curfew has been imposed from 10 pm (formerly 11 pm) to 5 am Meanwhile, Arvind Kejriwal, who is chief minister of India’s state of Delhi, confirmed that he has contracted coronavirus. The leader has also isolated himself at home. Not just this, the CM has asked people, who came in contact with him in last few days, to go into quarantine and get tested. On Twitter, Kejriwal said, "I have tested positive for Covid. Mild symptoms. Have isolated myself at home. Those who came in touch wid (with) me in last few days, kindly isolate urself (yourself) and get urself tested." (With inputs from agencies)

Omicron: India's national capital Delhi imposes weekend curfew amid rising COVID cases

<p>Days after China released a propaganda video of PLA soldiers unfurling their national flag in Ladakh's Galwan Valley, the Indian Army hit back on Wednesday by sharing pictures of the soldiers hoisting the tricolour in the region.</p>

<p>The photographs were also posted by Union Law and Justice minister Kiren Rijiju on Twitter with the caption "brave Indian Army soldiers in Galwan Valley on the occasion of #NewYear2022."</p>

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<p>The images were shared three days after the Chinese state media put up a video on social media, showing PLA soldiers unfurling their flag allegedly in the valley.</p>

<p>The Indian Army shared the photos in order to discredit propaganda run by China which sought to falsely potray that Beijing claims Galwan valley as its own territory.</p>

<p>In one of the photos, released by the sources in the Indian security establishment, around 30 Indian soldiers were seen with the national flag.</p>

<p>Another photo showed the group with four of them holding the national flag and another tri-colour flying high on a flagpole adjacent to a temporary observation post.</p>

<p>It is being said that the photographs were of January 1 in the Galwan Valley.</p>

<p>The Indian security establishment had debunked the video, saying that&nbsp;the Chinese soldiers celebrating the New Year is in a depth area on the Chinese side near the Galwan Valley region and that it is not at all close to the buffer zone created in the region following the deadly clashes on June 15.</p>

<p>The eastern Ladakh border standoff between the Indian and Chinese militaries erupted on May 5, 2020, following a violent clash in the Pangong lake areas.<br />
Both sides gradually enhanced their deployment by rushing in tens of thousands of soldiers as well as heavy weaponry.</p>

<p>As a result of a series of military and diplomatic talks, the two sides completed the disengagement process last year in the north and south banks of the Pangong lake and in the Gogra area.</p>

<p>Each side currently has around 50,000 to 60,000 troops along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in the sensitive sector.</p>

<p>(With inputs from agencies)</p>


Days after China released a propaganda video of PLA soldiers unfurling their national flag in Ladakh's Galwan Valley, the Indian Army hit back on Wednesday by sharing pictures of the soldiers hoisting the tricolour in the region.

Days after China released a propaganda video of PLA soldiers unfurling their national flag in Ladakh's Galwan Valley, the Indian Army hit back on Wednesday by sharing pictures of the soldiers hoisting the tricolour in the region. The photographs were also posted by Union Law and Justice minister Kiren Rijiju on Twitter with the caption "brave Indian Army soldiers in Galwan Valley on the occasion of #NewYear2022." Brave Indian Army soldiers in Galwan Valley on the occasion of #NewYear2022 pic.twitter.com/5IyQaC9bfz — Kiren Rijiju (@KirenRijiju) January 4, 2022 × The images were shared three days after the Chinese state media put up a video on social media, showing PLA soldiers unfurling their flag allegedly in the valley. The Indian Army shared the photos in order to discredit propaganda run by China which sought to falsely potray that Beijing claims Galwan valley as its own territory. In one of the photos, released by the sources in the Indian security establishment, around 30 Indian soldiers were seen with the national flag. Another photo showed the group with four of them holding the national flag and another tri-colour flying high on a flagpole adjacent to a temporary observation post. It is being said that the photographs were of January 1 in the Galwan Valley. The Indian security establishment had debunked the video, saying that the Chinese soldiers celebrating the New Year is in a depth area on the Chinese side near the Galwan Valley region and that it is not at all close to the buffer zone created in the region following the deadly clashes on June 15. The eastern Ladakh border standoff between the Indian and Chinese militaries erupted on May 5, 2020, following a violent clash in the Pangong lake areas. Both sides gradually enhanced their deployment by rushing in tens of thousands of soldiers as well as heavy weaponry. As a result of a series of military and diplomatic talks, the two sides completed the disengagement process last year in the north and south banks of the Pangong lake and in the Gogra area. Each side currently has around 50,000 to 60,000 troops along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in the sensitive sector. (With inputs from agencies)

Photos of Indian Army at Galwan valley surface in a bid to counter Chinese propaganda

<p>According to police, a sensational case of robbery at gun-point, in the early hours, has turned out to be a drama staged by a railway staffer to steal money. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>On Monday, Tika Ram Meena, a railway ticket issuer at Chennai's Thiruvanmiyur local train station, had approached the police saying he was robbed at gun-point by three assailants, who stole Rs 1.32 lakh cash from the ticket counter.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per his complaint, the assailants had entered the ticketing counter, threatened him at gun-point and tied him up, before getting away with the cash and his mobile phone. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Based on this, cops registered complaints under multiple sections and started a probe, which was led by&nbsp;Tambaram Police Commissioner, ADGP Dr Ravi (IPS). &nbsp;</p>

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<p>On receiving evasive replies from the complainant amid the questioning, cops suspected something amiss and visited the complainant's residence to investigate. Cops found the stolen amount of Rs.1.32 lakh in cash and the mobile phone of Tika Ram, at his residence. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Later, they found that Tika Ram had asked his wife to visit the station where he was working, in the wee hours on Monday. On his instructions, she had tied him up and decamped with the cash and his mobile phone, following which he had filed a police complaint based on the imagined gun-point robbery. &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-reports-over-37000-new-cases-124-deaths-as-omicron-tally-reaches-to-1892-442124" hreflang="en">India reports over 37,000 new cases, 124 deaths as Omicron tally reaches to 1,892</a></strong></p>

<p>It was also learnt that Tika Ram had lost upto Rs 1.9 lakh, while playing online rummy.&nbsp;</p>


According to police, a sensational case of robbery at gun-point, in the early hours, has turned out to be a drama staged by a railway staffer to steal money. On Monday, Tika Ram Meena, a railway ticket issuer at Chennai's Thiruvanmiyur local train station, had approached the police saying he was robbed at gun-point by three assailants, who stole Rs 1.

According to police, a sensational case of robbery at gun-point, in the early hours, has turned out to be a drama staged by a railway staffer to steal money. On Monday, Tika Ram Meena, a railway ticket issuer at Chennai's Thiruvanmiyur local train station, had approached the police saying he was robbed at gun-point by three assailants, who stole Rs 1.32 lakh cash from the ticket counter. As per his complaint, the assailants had entered the ticketing counter, threatened him at gun-point and tied him up, before getting away with the cash and his mobile phone. Also Read: Omicron: India’s state of Delhi to impose weekend curfew from this week amid rising COVID cases Based on this, cops registered complaints under multiple sections and started a probe, which was led by Tambaram Police Commissioner, ADGP Dr Ravi (IPS). Sensational early mrng gunpoint robbery case at #Chennai Thiruvanmiyur local train station was a staged drama.. Rly ticketing staff asked wife to visit stn, tie him up, escape wit cash & his phone.. he then filed police complaint. cops say he lost money in online gambling.. (1/2) pic.twitter.com/AWBiCdgMAt — Sidharth.M.P (@sdhrthmp) January 4, 2022 × On receiving evasive replies from the complainant amid the questioning, cops suspected something amiss and visited the complainant's residence to investigate. Cops found the stolen amount of Rs.1.32 lakh in cash and the mobile phone of Tika Ram, at his residence. The Rs.1.32lakh that was said to be stolen and his phone was recovered from his residence by cops... Thet cracked the case after railway staffer (victim) gave evasive replies to cops during questioning... (2/2) — Sidharth.M.P (@sdhrthmp) January 4, 2022 × Later, they found that Tika Ram had asked his wife to visit the station where he was working, in the wee hours on Monday. On his instructions, she had tied him up and decamped with the cash and his mobile phone, following which he had filed a police complaint based on the imagined gun-point robbery. Also Read: India reports over 37,000 new cases, 124 deaths as Omicron tally reaches to 1,892 It was also learnt that Tika Ram had lost upto Rs 1.9 lakh, while playing online rummy.

Indian Railways staffer fakes robbery at gun-point to steal money, reveal cops  

<p>China is reportedly constructing a new bridge across Pangong Tso lake in eastern Ladakh. However, it is being constructed across a part of the lake that falls within Chinese territory, as per the reports.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The bridge will help China's People's Liberation Army (PLA) to deploy troops closer to the Line of Actual Control (LAC). Also, the movement of troops is expected to be faster between the north and south banks of the lake.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Indian Express reported citing sources that the bridge is being constructed more than 20km east of Finger 8 on the lake's north bank. Important to note here that India says Finger 8 denotes the LAC.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Apart from the media reports, satellite imagery accessed by geo-intelligence expert Damien Symon indicates the same development in eastern Ladakh.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><strong>Indian infrastructure</strong></p>

<p>Recently, the Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated 24 bridges and three roads constructed by the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) in four States and two Union Territories of the country.&nbsp;</p>

<p>These bridges and roads are constructed with an aim to ensure the swift movement of troops at borders with China and Pakistan. It is understood that the Flag Hill-Dokla road will reduce the travel time for Indian troops to reach the Dokla area near the Doklam plateau where a stand-off took place between Indian and Chinese armies in 2017.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><strong>India-China standoff</strong></p>

<p>The ties between India and China deteriorated after in June 2020, 20 Indian soldiers were killed in action in a violent faceoff in the Galwan river area. Meanwhile, India said China suffered more than 40 casualties but China reiterates says four of its soldiers were killed.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After over a year later in July last year, India and China agreed to mutually withdraw 2km from the clash site.</p>

<p>On the other hand, a latest report an India-based news agency ANI, citing sources, stated that China has deployed around 60,000 troops opposite the Indian territory in Ladakh.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In May last year, the Indian Defence Ministry in its Year-End review had stated that unilateral and provocative actions by the Chinese to change the status quo by force, in more than one area on the LAC, has been responded to as an adequate measure.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per the ANI report, to resolve the issue, the militaries of the two countries have been engaged in dialogue at various levels. After sustained joint efforts, disengagement was carried out at many locations.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


China is reportedly constructing a new bridge across Pangong Tso lake in eastern Ladakh. However, it is being constructed across a part of the lake that falls within Chinese territory, as per the reports.

China is reportedly constructing a new bridge across Pangong Tso lake in eastern Ladakh. However, it is being constructed across a part of the lake that falls within Chinese territory, as per the reports. The bridge will help China's People's Liberation Army (PLA) to deploy troops closer to the Line of Actual Control (LAC). Also, the movement of troops is expected to be faster between the north and south banks of the lake. The Indian Express reported citing sources that the bridge is being constructed more than 20km east of Finger 8 on the lake's north bank. Important to note here that India says Finger 8 denotes the LAC. Apart from the media reports, satellite imagery accessed by geo-intelligence expert Damien Symon indicates the same development in eastern Ladakh. ALSO READ | Hong Kong: Third news company shutters amid Chinese crackdown on dissent Media reports of #PangongTso allege a new bridge is under construction connecting the north & south bank of the lake, in turn enhancing road connectivity for #China's troops in the area, GEOINT of the area identifies the location & progress of the alleged structure https://t.co/b9budT3DZZ pic.twitter.com/IdBl5rkDhR — Damien Symon (@detresfa_) January 3, 2022 × Indian infrastructure Recently, the Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated 24 bridges and three roads constructed by the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) in four States and two Union Territories of the country. These bridges and roads are constructed with an aim to ensure the swift movement of troops at borders with China and Pakistan. It is understood that the Flag Hill-Dokla road will reduce the travel time for Indian troops to reach the Dokla area near the Doklam plateau where a stand-off took place between Indian and Chinese armies in 2017. ALSO READ | South Korea says man who crossed DMZ was previous defector from North Korea India-China standoff The ties between India and China deteriorated after in June 2020, 20 Indian soldiers were killed in action in a violent faceoff in the Galwan river area. Meanwhile, India said China suffered more than 40 casualties but China reiterates says four of its soldiers were killed. After over a year later in July last year, India and China agreed to mutually withdraw 2km from the clash site. On the other hand, a latest report an India-based news agency ANI, citing sources, stated that China has deployed around 60,000 troops opposite the Indian territory in Ladakh. In May last year, the Indian Defence Ministry in its Year-End review had stated that unilateral and provocative actions by the Chinese to change the status quo by force, in more than one area on the LAC, has been responded to as an adequate measure. As per the ANI report, to resolve the issue, the militaries of the two countries have been engaged in dialogue at various levels. After sustained joint efforts, disengagement was carried out at many locations. (With inputs from agencies)

China is constructing a new bridge on Pangong Tso lake, satellite imagery shows development: Reports

<p>India's trade minister Piyush Goyal has said India is looking to have free trade agreement (FTA) with 5 countries - UAE, UK, Australia, Canada and Israel which are in various stages of progress, from near finalisation to the start of talks with visits.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Speaking at a presser, Piyush Goyal said, "We are looking for a free trade agreement, a comprehensive economic partnership agreement with the United Arab Emirates, which is close to finalisation."&nbsp;</p>

<p>The pact was to happen during Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's upcoming visit to UAE this week, but the visit could not happen due to Omicron variant crisis.</p>

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<p>With Australia, he said, "We are also at a very advanced stage with Australia on concluding the interim agreement which will cover very large areas of interests, particularly labour oriented sectors like textiles, pharma, footwear, leather products, agricultural products. So, we are working with a great focus on expanding bilateral relations with several countries."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Former Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott and trade minister Dan Tehan had visited New Delhi last year to expedite the negotiation process. Australia, against which China had launched a trade war as part of weaponisation of trade is looking to diversify trading ties.</p>

<p>The Indian minister confirmed with the UK, New Delhi is "hoping to launch later this month" FTA talks and get an "interim trade agreement in place maybe by march this year".&nbsp;</p>

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<p>According to British newspapers, UK's international trade secretary Anne-Marie Trevelyan will be travelling to India later this month for talks on a trade deal which can see the UK offering to relax visa regulations for Indians.&nbsp;</p>

<p>London is keen on a trade pact with New Delhi in a post-Brexit world, especially in the backdrop of its tilt to the Indo-pacific.<br />
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Mentioning Canada, he said, "Canadian minister has also shown interest at G20, Canadian PM had expressed desire to rapidly expand trade relations with India and we are hoping to launch negotiations with Canada in the next 2-3 months".&nbsp;</p>

<p>Bilateral trade in goods amounted to US$ 6.73 billion in 2019-20 when it comes to India-Canada trading ties. Canadian Pension Funds have invested around US$ 32.6 billion in India till 2020.</p>

<p>The minister point to "dialogue with Israel" on FTA said, "deep engagement with our missions aboard has started with businesses and importers of other countries."</p>

<p>India is Israel's third-largest trade partner in Asia and seventh largest globally. Both countries currently have US$4.14 billion of trade (April 2020 – February 2021), a figure that doesn't include the defense trade which has been increasing.</p>


India's trade minister Piyush Goyal has said India is looking to have free trade agreement (FTA) with 5 countries - UAE, UK, Australia, Canada and Israel which are in various stages of progress, from near finalisation to the start of talks with visits.

India's trade minister Piyush Goyal has said India is looking to have free trade agreement (FTA) with 5 countries - UAE, UK, Australia, Canada and Israel which are in various stages of progress, from near finalisation to the start of talks with visits. Speaking at a presser, Piyush Goyal said, "We are looking for a free trade agreement, a comprehensive economic partnership agreement with the United Arab Emirates, which is close to finalisation." The pact was to happen during Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's upcoming visit to UAE this week, but the visit could not happen due to Omicron variant crisis. ALSO READ | Two terrorists belonging to Lashkar-e-Taiba killed in two operations With Australia, he said, "We are also at a very advanced stage with Australia on concluding the interim agreement which will cover very large areas of interests, particularly labour oriented sectors like textiles, pharma, footwear, leather products, agricultural products. So, we are working with a great focus on expanding bilateral relations with several countries." Former Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott and trade minister Dan Tehan had visited New Delhi last year to expedite the negotiation process. Australia, against which China had launched a trade war as part of weaponisation of trade is looking to diversify trading ties. The Indian minister confirmed with the UK, New Delhi is "hoping to launch later this month" FTA talks and get an "interim trade agreement in place maybe by march this year". ALSO READ | Vaccination for 15-18 age group in India starts amid COVID-19 surge According to British newspapers, UK's international trade secretary Anne-Marie Trevelyan will be travelling to India later this month for talks on a trade deal which can see the UK offering to relax visa regulations for Indians. London is keen on a trade pact with New Delhi in a post-Brexit world, especially in the backdrop of its tilt to the Indo-pacific. Mentioning Canada, he said, "Canadian minister has also shown interest at G20, Canadian PM had expressed desire to rapidly expand trade relations with India and we are hoping to launch negotiations with Canada in the next 2-3 months". Bilateral trade in goods amounted to US$ 6.73 billion in 2019-20 when it comes to India-Canada trading ties. Canadian Pension Funds have invested around US$ 32.6 billion in India till 2020. The minister point to "dialogue with Israel" on FTA said, "deep engagement with our missions aboard has started with businesses and importers of other countries." India is Israel's third-largest trade partner in Asia and seventh largest globally. Both countries currently have US$4.14 billion of trade (April 2020 – February 2021), a figure that doesn't include the defense trade which has been increasing.

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