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Four terrorists were killed in an encounter with security forces in Shopian district of Jammu and Kashmir on Monday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/five-terrorists-killed-in-encounter-in-jammu-and-kashmirs-shopian-304041">Also Read: Five terrorists killed in encounter in Jammu and Kashmir's Shopian</a>

Police have now launched a cordon-and-search operation in Pinjora area of Shopian.&nbsp;

It is the second encounter between security forces&nbsp;and terrorists in the area in the last 24 hours.

Five terrorists were killed in an encounter with security forces in Shopian on Sunday.

"Five terrorists have been eliminated in operation Reban in Shopian," defence spokesperson Col Rajesh Kalia said after police received information about the presence of terrorists in the area.

Four terrorists were killed in an encounter with security forces in Shopian district of Jammu and Kashmir on Monday. Also Read: Five terrorists killed in encounter in Jammu and Kashmir's Shopian Police have now launched a cordon-and-search operation in Pinjora area of Shopian.

Four terrorists were killed in an encounter with security forces in Shopian district of Jammu and Kashmir on Monday. Also Read: Five terrorists killed in encounter in Jammu and Kashmir's Shopian Police have now launched a cordon-and-search operation in Pinjora area of Shopian. It is the second encounter between security forces and terrorists in the area in the last 24 hours. Five terrorists were killed in an encounter with security forces in Shopian on Sunday. "Five terrorists have been eliminated in operation Reban in Shopian," defence spokesperson Col Rajesh Kalia said after police received information about the presence of terrorists in the area.

Four terrorists killed in fresh encounter in J&K's Shopian district

Over 1,600 personnel of the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) and two other forces have been infected with COVID-19 till now and these combat organizations have registered an overall recovery rate of about 70 per cent, an official data said on Monday.

As per data accessed by PTI, updated till June 6, the recovery tally is led by the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), then about 90,000 personnel strong force tasked to guard the Line of Actual Control (LAC) with China, at 87.89 per cent.

This is followed by the Border Security Force (BSF), with a strength of about 2.5 lakh personnel, with a recovery rate of about 82.94 per cent.

The report said a total of 1,668 personnel of the five CAPFs and the National Security Guard (NSG) and the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) have been infected with the pandemic till now after the first case among these forces was detected on March 28.

"Data available till June 6 on coronavirus infections in the CAPFs and two other forces shows that recovery rate among these forces is about 70 per cent."

&nbsp;"The ITBP tops the recovery tally with 87.89 per cent followed by the BSF," an official said quoting the data. The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has recorded a recovery rate of 68. 86 per cent while the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) has registered a recovery rate of 58.92 per cent," the data said.

Out of the total 1,668 personnel, 1157 have recovered till June 6, it said.

A total of 511 personnel are admitted to COVID-19 designated hospitals, the data said.

Out of these active cases, 149 are in the CRPF, 82 in BSF, 26 in ITBP, 134 in CISF, 63 in SSB, 22 in NSG, and 25 in NDRF.

The data said with 10 casualties reported till June 6, the death rate in these forces is 0.59 per cent. However, deaths from coronavirus in these forces stand at 12 with two CRPF personnel succumbing to the disease since June 6, one of which was reported on Monday.

These central forces, with a combined strength of about 10 lakh personnel, render a variety of security duties, law and order management, border guarding, counter-insurgency and counter-terrorist operations, and disaster rescue and relief.

All of them function under the command of the Ministry of Home Affairs.

Over 1,600 personnel of the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) and two other forces have been infected with COVID-19 till now and these combat organizations have registered an overall recovery rate of about 70 per cent, an official data said on Monday.

Over 1,600 personnel of the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) and two other forces have been infected with COVID-19 till now and these combat organizations have registered an overall recovery rate of about 70 per cent, an official data said on Monday. As per data accessed by PTI, updated till June 6, the recovery tally is led by the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), then about 90,000 personnel strong force tasked to guard the Line of Actual Control (LAC) with China, at 87.89 per cent. This is followed by the Border Security Force (BSF), with a strength of about 2.5 lakh personnel, with a recovery rate of about 82.94 per cent. The report said a total of 1,668 personnel of the five CAPFs and the National Security Guard (NSG) and the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) have been infected with the pandemic till now after the first case among these forces was detected on March 28. "Data available till June 6 on coronavirus infections in the CAPFs and two other forces shows that recovery rate among these forces is about 70 per cent." "The ITBP tops the recovery tally with 87.89 per cent followed by the BSF," an official said quoting the data. The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has recorded a recovery rate of 68. 86 per cent while the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) has registered a recovery rate of 58.92 per cent," the data said. Out of the total 1,668 personnel, 1157 have recovered till June 6, it said. A total of 511 personnel are admitted to COVID-19 designated hospitals, the data said. Out of these active cases, 149 are in the CRPF, 82 in BSF, 26 in ITBP, 134 in CISF, 63 in SSB, 22 in NSG, and 25 in NDRF. The data said with 10 casualties reported till June 6, the death rate in these forces is 0.59 per cent. However, deaths from coronavirus in these forces stand at 12 with two CRPF personnel succumbing to the disease since June 6, one of which was reported on Monday. These central forces, with a combined strength of about 10 lakh personnel, render a variety of security duties, law and order management, border guarding, counter-insurgency and counter-terrorist operations, and disaster rescue and relief. All of them function under the command of the Ministry of Home Affairs.

Over 1,600 COVID-19 cases in CAPFs, other forces; 70 per cent recovery rate

After 75 days of a nationwide lockdown, India is finally opening up the economy for people. As India gears up for Unlock 1.0, the number of rising cases is still on a constant rise.

From today, majority Indian states are reopening malls, religious places, inter-state travel, weddings, funerals and more -- with few restrictions.

However, the constant rise in number of cases is raising questions on whether or not the decision of reopening the economy at this stage of a lockdown is a good idea or not.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/covid-19-india-overtakes-spain-with-9971-new-cases-5th-highest-in-world-303934">Also read:&nbsp;COVID 19: India overtakes Spain with 9971 new cases; 5th highest in world</a>

From today, a token&nbsp;system for regulated entry will be followed in all religious places. There are strict guidelines to the religious places to not offer any prasad or let anyone have any kind of physical touch -- such as ringing bells or touching the idols.

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The count of new coronavirus cases in the country yesterday was 9,971, as India overtook Spain and became the fifth highest in the world. This is the first phase of the three-phase plan for reopening of prohibited activities in non-containment zones with a strict set of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), which will be in place till June 30.

In the malls, cinema halls, gaming arcades and children play areas will continue to be closed. The Central Government issued a standard set of SOPs, and urged the states to finetune these SOPs according to the local needs and situations.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/19-more-die-of-covid-19-in-tamil-nadu-taking-total-death-toll-to-251-303883">Also read:&nbsp;19 more die of COVID-19 in Tamil Nadu taking total death toll to 251</a>

While majority states have opened religious places and has event banquets to start mini-functions, some states like Rajasthan have, for now, put a hold on resuming the religious places.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, on Sunday, announced opening of borders but announced that the hotels and banquet halls will remain closed as the authorities may need these facilities to convert them into hospitals.

All weddings are allowed with a gathering capacity of 50 people, and funerals can have a gathering of 20 people only.

Domestic travel has been allowed now, however the Delhi Metro in the capital of India will not resume its services yet.

While the economy is reopening from today, all educational institutions will remain closed in all states for the month of June. Schools and colleges have been advised to continue with online classes.

All eateries, however, will only be allowed to operate take-aways and deliveries of orders.&nbsp;

In all public places, it is compulsory for people to wear masks and maintain social distance from each other. At no point will an individual be allowed to come in physical contact with another person. All institutions have been advised to conduct proper sanitisation throughout the day, and hand sanitizing machines have been installed in malls, temples, stations and other places.

The Centre, meanwhile, defended the timing of the imposition of the lockdown and rejected as "baseless" media reports expressing concern that it did not take inputs from technical experts while drawing up its COVID-19 strategy.

The daily number of new cases and deaths is yet to be announced by the government officials on the first day of economy unlocking.

(With inputs from agencies)

After 75 days of a nationwide lockdown, India is finally opening up the economy for people. As India gears up for Unlock 1.0, the number of rising cases is still on a constant rise.

After 75 days of a nationwide lockdown, India is finally opening up the economy for people. As India gears up for Unlock 1.0, the number of rising cases is still on a constant rise. From today, majority Indian states are reopening malls, religious places, inter-state travel, weddings, funerals and more -- with few restrictions. However, the constant rise in number of cases is raising questions on whether or not the decision of reopening the economy at this stage of a lockdown is a good idea or not. Also read: COVID 19: India overtakes Spain with 9971 new cases; 5th highest in world From today, a token system for regulated entry will be followed in all religious places. There are strict guidelines to the religious places to not offer any prasad or let anyone have any kind of physical touch -- such as ringing bells or touching the idols. The count of new coronavirus cases in the country yesterday was 9,971, as India overtook Spain and became the fifth highest in the world. This is the first phase of the three-phase plan for reopening of prohibited activities in non-containment zones with a strict set of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), which will be in place till June 30. In the malls, cinema halls, gaming arcades and children play areas will continue to be closed. The Central Government issued a standard set of SOPs, and urged the states to finetune these SOPs according to the local needs and situations. Also read: 19 more die of COVID-19 in Tamil Nadu taking total death toll to 251 While majority states have opened religious places and has event banquets to start mini-functions, some states like Rajasthan have, for now, put a hold on resuming the religious places. Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, on Sunday, announced opening of borders but announced that the hotels and banquet halls will remain closed as the authorities may need these facilities to convert them into hospitals. All weddings are allowed with a gathering capacity of 50 people, and funerals can have a gathering of 20 people only. Domestic travel has been allowed now, however the Delhi Metro in the capital of India will not resume its services yet. While the economy is reopening from today, all educational institutions will remain closed in all states for the month of June. Schools and colleges have been advised to continue with online classes. All eateries, however, will only be allowed to operate take-aways and deliveries of orders. In all public places, it is compulsory for people to wear masks and maintain social distance from each other. At no point will an individual be allowed to come in physical contact with another person. All institutions have been advised to conduct proper sanitisation throughout the day, and hand sanitizing machines have been installed in malls, temples, stations and other places. The Centre, meanwhile, defended the timing of the imposition of the lockdown and rejected as "baseless" media reports expressing concern that it did not take inputs from technical experts while drawing up its COVID-19 strategy. The daily number of new cases and deaths is yet to be announced by the government officials on the first day of economy unlocking. (With inputs from agencies)

COVID 19: India gears up for Unlock 1.0; devotees flock to religious places

Director-General of Jammu and Kashmir Police Dilbag Singh on Monday said Pakistan is trying to revive the Al-Badr terrorist group after floating "The Resistance Front" (TRF) in the recent past as part of efforts to hide its continuous support to terrorism in the Union Territory.

However, he said there was no information suggesting the Afghan Taliban joining terrorist activities in the valley. "We do not have any information suggesting that they (Afghan Taliban) are coming to Jammu and Kashmir (to join terrorist activities). Pakistani terrorists are mostly coming to Jammu and Kashmir under the banner of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM)," he said.

"Pakistan is trying to revive the Al-Badr terror outfit, which was decimated long back, over the past couple of months after forming the TRF, which we call the 'Terrorist Revival Front'. They are trying to give it (terrorism) an indigenous colour," the police chief told reporters here.

He said most of the people joining the TRF are from the LeT and JeM. "The TRF terrorists who have been killed in the recent past have turned out to be members of LeT, JeM and Hizbul Mujahideen. We are alive to the conspiracies and attempts of revival are being taken care of," he said.

Singh said there is no doubt that Pakistan, its army and the ISI have been actively involved in terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir over the past three decades. "They are financing and sponsoring terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir. They are running training centres, providing cover to terrorists to infiltrate after moving them to the launching pads along the Line of Control and International Border," Singh said.

He said the last two years (2018, 2019) were very successful as far as counter-terrorism operations were concerned as a large number of terrorists were eliminated.

"Pakistan is trying to consolidate the militant ranks and trying a new flavour to show that it is indigenous. It is trying to rope in more and more local youngsters. Luckily for us, our efforts and good rapport with the public have frustrated their designs," the DGP said, adding that the police and other security forces dealing with the situation after the abrogation of Article 370 on the Constitution in August last year were appreciated by the people of the Union Territory as there were no complaints of harassment.

He said that youngsters were encouraged in positive activities and "we are happy with the public response as a very low number of youngsters joined terrorism this year, but those who joined were neutralised...The youngsters in the valley are wise enough not to fall prey to Pakistan's machinations".

Terming as "unfortunate" the continuing attempts by Pakistan to push armed infiltrators into Jammu and Kashmir during the coronavirus pandemic, Singh said violence does not pay anywhere as it begets violence and love begets love.

"Leaving the path of violence is the best option available. We need to look after our people, who are going through tough times, rather than focussing on Pakistan sending militants. I think it will be better if the government's concerned pay attention to the people who are suffering because of COVID-19 and faced with livelihood issues. We need to make the lives of our people better, rather than destroying their lives," he said when asked what message he wanted to send to Pakistan.

Singh said the police are keeping an eye on terrorists entering Jammu and Kashmir after it came to light that terrorists headed for the valley were infected with the coronavirus. "It is a cause of concern as the terrorists move from one place to another, take shelter and interact with people. We are keeping an eye to ensure that there is no transmission of the virus from terrorists," he said.

Lauding his force for its professionalism, dedication and commitment to serve the people during the COVID-19 crisis, the DGP said several policemen were infected with the virus but almost all of them have recovered from it.

"We have made preparations in advance, transformed training centres as quarantine facilities and provided masks and other equipment to the jawans and officers to meet the challenge. We are happy that they not only tackled the crisis but maintained law and order and even kept up the tempo of counter-insurgency operations in great synergy with other security forces," he said.

Director-General of Jammu and Kashmir Police Dilbag Singh on Monday said Pakistan is trying to revive the Al-Badr terrorist group after floating "The Resistance Front" (TRF) in the recent past as part of efforts to hide its continuous support to terrorism in the Union Territory.

Director-General of Jammu and Kashmir Police Dilbag Singh on Monday said Pakistan is trying to revive the Al-Badr terrorist group after floating "The Resistance Front" (TRF) in the recent past as part of efforts to hide its continuous support to terrorism in the Union Territory. However, he said there was no information suggesting the Afghan Taliban joining terrorist activities in the valley. "We do not have any information suggesting that they (Afghan Taliban) are coming to Jammu and Kashmir (to join terrorist activities). Pakistani terrorists are mostly coming to Jammu and Kashmir under the banner of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM)," he said. "Pakistan is trying to revive the Al-Badr terror outfit, which was decimated long back, over the past couple of months after forming the TRF, which we call the 'Terrorist Revival Front'. They are trying to give it (terrorism) an indigenous colour," the police chief told reporters here. He said most of the people joining the TRF are from the LeT and JeM. "The TRF terrorists who have been killed in the recent past have turned out to be members of LeT, JeM and Hizbul Mujahideen. We are alive to the conspiracies and attempts of revival are being taken care of," he said. Singh said there is no doubt that Pakistan, its army and the ISI have been actively involved in terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir over the past three decades. "They are financing and sponsoring terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir. They are running training centres, providing cover to terrorists to infiltrate after moving them to the launching pads along the Line of Control and International Border," Singh said. He said the last two years (2018, 2019) were very successful as far as counter-terrorism operations were concerned as a large number of terrorists were eliminated. "Pakistan is trying to consolidate the militant ranks and trying a new flavour to show that it is indigenous. It is trying to rope in more and more local youngsters. Luckily for us, our efforts and good rapport with the public have frustrated their designs," the DGP said, adding that the police and other security forces dealing with the situation after the abrogation of Article 370 on the Constitution in August last year were appreciated by the people of the Union Territory as there were no complaints of harassment. He said that youngsters were encouraged in positive activities and "we are happy with the public response as a very low number of youngsters joined terrorism this year, but those who joined were neutralised...The youngsters in the valley are wise enough not to fall prey to Pakistan's machinations". Terming as "unfortunate" the continuing attempts by Pakistan to push armed infiltrators into Jammu and Kashmir during the coronavirus pandemic, Singh said violence does not pay anywhere as it begets violence and love begets love. "Leaving the path of violence is the best option available. We need to look after our people, who are going through tough times, rather than focussing on Pakistan sending militants. I think it will be better if the government's concerned pay attention to the people who are suffering because of COVID-19 and faced with livelihood issues. We need to make the lives of our people better, rather than destroying their lives," he said when asked what message he wanted to send to Pakistan. Singh said the police are keeping an eye on terrorists entering Jammu and Kashmir after it came to light that terrorists headed for the valley were infected with the coronavirus. "It is a cause of concern as the terrorists move from one place to another, take shelter and interact with people. We are keeping an eye to ensure that there is no transmission of the virus from terrorists," he said. Lauding his force for its professionalism, dedication and commitment to serve the people during the COVID-19 crisis, the DGP said several policemen were infected with the virus but almost all of them have recovered from it. "We have made preparations in advance, transformed training centres as quarantine facilities and provided masks and other equipment to the jawans and officers to meet the challenge. We are happy that they not only tackled the crisis but maintained law and order and even kept up the tempo of counter-insurgency operations in great synergy with other security forces," he said.

By reviving Al-Badr group, Pakistan trying to hide its support to terrorism: Jammu & Kashmir Police

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday said India's military and diplomatic levels talks with China have been positive and will continue.

Addressing the BJP's Maharashtra Jan-Samvad Rally via video link, the minister also said the Narendra Modi-led government will ensure that India's pride is not affected as far as the situation along Indo-China border is concerned.

"The border dispute between India and China has been ongoing for a long time. We want to resolve it as soon as possible," Singh said.

"Talks with China are on at military and diplomatic level. The June 6 talks were very positive and both the countries have agreed to continue talks to resolve the ongoing tussle," he said.

"I want to assure people that leadership of the country is in strong hands and we will not compromise on India's pride and self-respect," he said.

Singh said Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and some opposition leaders had sought the government's clarification on what is happening at the India-China border.

"As the Defence Minister of the country, I want to say that whatever I have to say I will say it inside Parliament, I will not mislead the people," the minister said.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday said India's military and diplomatic levels talks with China have been positive and will continue. Addressing the BJP's Maharashtra Jan-Samvad Rally via video link, the minister also said the Narendra Modi-led government will ensure that India's pride is not affected as far as the situation along Indo-China border is concerned.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday said India's military and diplomatic levels talks with China have been positive and will continue. Addressing the BJP's Maharashtra Jan-Samvad Rally via video link, the minister also said the Narendra Modi-led government will ensure that India's pride is not affected as far as the situation along Indo-China border is concerned. "The border dispute between India and China has been ongoing for a long time. We want to resolve it as soon as possible," Singh said. "Talks with China are on at military and diplomatic level. The June 6 talks were very positive and both the countries have agreed to continue talks to resolve the ongoing tussle," he said. "I want to assure people that leadership of the country is in strong hands and we will not compromise on India's pride and self-respect," he said. Singh said Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and some opposition leaders had sought the government's clarification on what is happening at the India-China border. "As the Defence Minister of the country, I want to say that whatever I have to say I will say it inside Parliament, I will not mislead the people," the minister said.

Indian military's talk with China positive, will continue: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh

Netizens were left stunned and alarmed when a picture from Mumbai's Marine Drive surfaced. The picture showed a large crowd on the spot, out for their morning exercises violating social distancing norms.&nbsp;

Also see:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/unlock-10-wearing-masks-to-not-touching-idols-devotees-offer-prayers-from-distance-304177" hreflang="en">Unlock 1.0: Wearing masks to not touching idols - devotees offer prayers from distance</a>

On May 31, the Maharashtra Government allowed some outdoor physical activities as part of the first phase of its 'Mission Begin Again'. According to revised guidelines, "Physical exercises like cycling, jogging, running, walking are permitted in public open spaces".&nbsp;

The citizens in the image were seen wearing masks but they did not maintain a proper distance from each other.&nbsp;

Netizens on Twitter expressed their concerns on social media.&nbsp;

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For those who still can't believe that the crowd of morning walkers at <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MarineDrive?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MarineDrive</a> is <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/photoshopped?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#photoshopped</a>... Maybe this video will convince them... 
(via whatsapp). (This definitely isn't pre lockdown- masks are a give away) <a href="https://t.co/l3aTm6b8Fo">pic.twitter.com/l3aTm6b8Fo</a>
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India reported 9,983 new coronavirus cases which is the highest single-day spike with 206 deaths in the last 24 hours, the health ministry said. The total number of cases in the country has now risen to 2,56,611, including 12,53,81 active cases.

The health ministry said that the death toll in the country due to COVID-19 has risen to 7,135.

As India began to relax its lockdown, the national capital opened its borders with neighbouring states including Gurugram. Delhi's Jama Masjid also reopened today for devotees.&nbsp;

Netizens were left stunned and alarmed when a picture from Mumbai's Marine Drive surfaced. The picture showed a large crowd on the spot, out for their morning exercises violating social distancing norms.

Netizens were left stunned and alarmed when a picture from Mumbai's Marine Drive surfaced. The picture showed a large crowd on the spot, out for their morning exercises violating social distancing norms. Also see: Unlock 1.0: Wearing masks to not touching idols - devotees offer prayers from distance On May 31, the Maharashtra Government allowed some outdoor physical activities as part of the first phase of its 'Mission Begin Again'. According to revised guidelines, "Physical exercises like cycling, jogging, running, walking are permitted in public open spaces". The citizens in the image were seen wearing masks but they did not maintain a proper distance from each other. Netizens on Twitter expressed their concerns on social media. #MissionBeginAgain For those who still can't believe that the crowd of morning walkers at #MarineDrive is #photoshopped... Maybe this video will convince them... (via whatsapp). (This definitely isn't pre lockdown- masks are a give away) pic.twitter.com/l3aTm6b8Fo — मुंबई Matters™✳️ (@mumbaimatterz) June 7, 2020 × Marine Drive Mumbai Koi samjhao yaar inhe... pic.twitter.com/LkIjaPypHW — तीसरा बाप (@2_much_weed) June 7, 2020 × Marine Drive Today... What does this image tell us? Stupidity, foolishness, complacency, unawareness, fatigue or strength, human resilience, fighting spirit or mixture of all of it? pic.twitter.com/Bpb9I6yK4Q — Another Indian (@fb_pirater) June 7, 2020 × This is South Mumbai's public. Never seen such crowd on a normal day for jogging. Relaxation given by Government to save our economy not by COVID. Pray for Mumbai 🙏. #StayhomeStaysafe #Mumbai #MarineDrive #COVID19 #Pandemic pic.twitter.com/NB5CiSyv5z — Dr. Snehal Kawale (@KawaleSnehal) June 7, 2020 × India reported 9,983 new coronavirus cases which is the highest single-day spike with 206 deaths in the last 24 hours, the health ministry said. The total number of cases in the country has now risen to 2,56,611, including 12,53,81 active cases. The health ministry said that the death toll in the country due to COVID-19 has risen to 7,135. As India began to relax its lockdown, the national capital opened its borders with neighbouring states including Gurugram. Delhi's Jama Masjid also reopened today for devotees.

Picture of 'crowded' Marine Drive goes viral! Netizens demand action

In a major setback to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, Lt Governor Anil Baijal on Monday overruled his decision that Delhi government hospitals will treat only the city residents.

In a major setback to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, Lt Governor Anil Baijal on Monday overruled his decision that Delhi government hospitals will treat only the city residents. According to top sources, Baijal has overruled Kejriwal`s decision as he is also the Chairman of the Delhi Disaster Management Authority. The move comes a day after Kejriwal announced that Delhi government hospitals will be available for the citizens of the city only, while those run by the Central government will remain open for all. The Delhi CM also announced that private hospitals except those where special surgeries like neurosurgery are performed will also be kept reserved for Delhi residents. LG also overruled the Delhi government's order for COVID-19 test only for symptomatic patients, saying that asymptomatic should be examined. LG directed te authorities and departments concerned of NCT of Delhi, to ensure that ICMR strategy for COVID-19 testing in India issued on 18th May is strictly observed in NCT of Delhi without any deviation.

LG overrules Kejriwal decision reserving Delhi hospitals for residents

Telangana Chief Minister K. Chandrashekhar Rao on Monday signed the file, allowing filmmakers and television programme producers to resume the shootings. The Chief Minister said that the shooting for films and televison programmes may be resumed with limited number of workers and while following the guidelines issued by the government.

Telangana Chief Minister K. Chandrashekhar Rao on Monday signed the file, allowing filmmakers and television programme producers to resume the shootings. The Chief Minister said that the shooting for films and televison programmes may be resumed with limited number of workers and while following the guidelines issued by the government. He also allowed post-production works to resume, according to the Chief Minister`s Office. However, KCR refused to allow re-opening of cinema theatres, saying the Central government`s guidelines have to be followed to check the spread of Covid-19. Recently some prominent personalities from Telugu film industry had called on the Chief Minister to request him to permit shootings of films, TV programmes, post-production works and re-opening of cinema theatres. The CM also said that all class 10 students would be promoted to the next class based on their internal assessment marks.

Telangana allows resumption of film shooting; class 10 students to be promoted

Jammu and Kashmir Director General of Police Dilbag Singh on Monday complimented the security forces for successful operations in the past year and said that 88 terrorists, including several top commanders, were killed and 240 others arrested so far in the Union Territory this year.

He said during the press conference in the past two weeks, 22 terrorists were neutralised with the cooperation from the people. The operations involved the least collateral damages in most of the operations.

The security forces have killed 22 terrorists in the past two weeks, according to the Director-General of Police, Dilbag Singh.

The DGP complimented the security forces for successful operations. He said that during the last two weeks, 22 terrorists were neutralised with cooperation from the people. The operations involved the least collateral damages in most of the operations. The J&amp;K Police, Army &amp; CAPF is making all-out efforts in providing a more peaceful atmosphere for the people of Jammu and Kashmir.

"Our strategy to counter-Pakistan is two-pronged, which is to stop infiltration along the Line of Control (LoC) and the International Border (IB) and tackle those who are active in the hinterland, besides stopping local youth from joining terror ranks. Thankfully, we are successful to a large extent in this endeavour," he told reporters here.

Referring to the killing of nine Hizbul Mujahideen terrorists in two back-to-back successful operations in the past 24 hours in Shopian district of South Kashmir, the police chief said the effort of the security forces is to control and wipe out terrorism from Jammu and Kashmir.&nbsp;

"The 22 terrorists, especially the six top commanders who were killed in nine major operations in the past two weeks, have created fear among people," he said.

"They have a long list of crimes to their credit like the killing of innocent civilians after dubbing them as informers and attacks on security forces, entering homes of people forcibly. Their elimination will bring big relief to people in south Kashmir," he said.

(With inputs from PTI)

Jammu and Kashmir Director General of Police Dilbag Singh on Monday complimented the security forces for successful operations in the past year and said that 88 terrorists, including several top commanders, were killed and 240 others arrested so far in the Union Territory this year.

Jammu and Kashmir Director General of Police Dilbag Singh on Monday complimented the security forces for successful operations in the past year and said that 88 terrorists, including several top commanders, were killed and 240 others arrested so far in the Union Territory this year. He said during the press conference in the past two weeks, 22 terrorists were neutralised with the cooperation from the people. The operations involved the least collateral damages in most of the operations. The security forces have killed 22 terrorists in the past two weeks, according to the Director-General of Police, Dilbag Singh. The DGP complimented the security forces for successful operations. He said that during the last two weeks, 22 terrorists were neutralised with cooperation from the people. The operations involved the least collateral damages in most of the operations. The J&K Police, Army & CAPF is making all-out efforts in providing a more peaceful atmosphere for the people of Jammu and Kashmir. "Our strategy to counter-Pakistan is two-pronged, which is to stop infiltration along the Line of Control (LoC) and the International Border (IB) and tackle those who are active in the hinterland, besides stopping local youth from joining terror ranks. Thankfully, we are successful to a large extent in this endeavour," he told reporters here. Referring to the killing of nine Hizbul Mujahideen terrorists in two back-to-back successful operations in the past 24 hours in Shopian district of South Kashmir, the police chief said the effort of the security forces is to control and wipe out terrorism from Jammu and Kashmir. "The 22 terrorists, especially the six top commanders who were killed in nine major operations in the past two weeks, have created fear among people," he said. "They have a long list of crimes to their credit like the killing of innocent civilians after dubbing them as informers and attacks on security forces, entering homes of people forcibly. Their elimination will bring big relief to people in south Kashmir," he said. (With inputs from PTI)

Over 80 terrorists killed, 240 associates arrested in Jammu and Kashmir this year: DGP Dilbag Singh

American tech giant Google has appointed Prabhakar Raghavan as the head of Search and Assistant. Raghavan will be succeeding Ben Gome, who will be given a new role and will report directly to CEO Sundar Pichai.&nbsp;

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Prabhakar completed his Bachelor of Technology from IIT Madras and holds a PhD from U.C. Berkeley in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science.&nbsp;

According to reports by Search Engine Land, Raghavan joined Google in 2012. He was made the head for Google’s an advertising and commerce business in 2018. This department included supervision of search display and video advertising analytics, shopping, payments etc.

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Prabhakar was made the Vice President of Google Apps as well as Google Cloud services, overseeing the development and user experience. He earned this position before he became the head of advertising and commerce business.&nbsp;

He has even worked in IBM and Yahoo on multiple roles. Raghavan is the reason behind the growth of Gmail and Google Drive past 1 billion monthly active users. He introduced features in the G Suite such as Smart Reply, Smart Compose, Drive Quick Access.

Google and Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai announced this move to his employees by saying: "For Prabhakar, this new role brings his experience with search full circle. He's spent more than two decades obsessing over algorithms and ranking, and his association with Google Search predates Google."

He added, "A member of the National Academy of Engineering, Prabhakar is one of the most respected engineering minds in our field. His experience working across so many of our product areas gives him the perfect lens to spot the seams between them."

American tech giant Google has appointed Prabhakar Raghavan as the head of Search and Assistant. Raghavan will be succeeding Ben Gome, who will be given a new role and will report directly to CEO Sundar Pichai.

American tech giant Google has appointed Prabhakar Raghavan as the head of Search and Assistant. Raghavan will be succeeding Ben Gome, who will be given a new role and will report directly to CEO Sundar Pichai. Also read: Creativity can't be transferred through online classes: Kasturirangan Prabhakar completed his Bachelor of Technology from IIT Madras and holds a PhD from U.C. Berkeley in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science. According to reports by Search Engine Land, Raghavan joined Google in 2012. He was made the head for Google’s an advertising and commerce business in 2018. This department included supervision of search display and video advertising analytics, shopping, payments etc. Also read: INS Shardul to bring back over 200 Indians from Iran Prabhakar was made the Vice President of Google Apps as well as Google Cloud services, overseeing the development and user experience. He earned this position before he became the head of advertising and commerce business. He has even worked in IBM and Yahoo on multiple roles. Raghavan is the reason behind the growth of Gmail and Google Drive past 1 billion monthly active users. He introduced features in the G Suite such as Smart Reply, Smart Compose, Drive Quick Access. Google and Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai announced this move to his employees by saying: "For Prabhakar, this new role brings his experience with search full circle. He's spent more than two decades obsessing over algorithms and ranking, and his association with Google Search predates Google." He added, "A member of the National Academy of Engineering, Prabhakar is one of the most respected engineering minds in our field. His experience working across so many of our product areas gives him the perfect lens to spot the seams between them."

Indian-origin's Prabhakar Raghavan appointed as head of Google Search

Sjoerd Marijne is a Dutch field hockey coach of the Indian women's national team. Marijne is also a former field hockey player as he played ten years for Den Bosch in the Hoofdklasse. He coached the team at the 2018 Women's Hockey World Cup.

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12-time Grand Slam champion Mahesh Bhupathi believes that the cancellation of Wimbledon will hit Roger Federer and Serena Williams the most as they approach the final years of their careers. In an exclusive conversation with WION Sports Editor Digvijay Singh Deo, Bhupathisaid that he believes that the current lockdown due to the coronavirus will have larger ramifications when it comes to the battle for the greatest tennis player of all time between Federer, Rafael Nadal, and Novak Djokovic.

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When the state government has not decided to open schools and colleges until COVID-19 situation subsides, how can 9 lakh students, 2 lakh teachers and thousands of non-teaching staff be forced to risk their lives attending class 10 board exams from June 15, questioned a bench of the Madras High Court.&nbsp;

Hearing a case against the Tamil Nadu&nbsp;government’s decision to conduct Class 10 exams from June 15, a bench comprising Justice Vineet Kothari and R Suresh Kumar wanted to know what was the hurry in conducting exams amid rising COVID-19 cases in the state. The Tamil Nadu High and Higher Secondary School Graduate Teachers Association had approached the court seeking to prevent the State government from conducting Class 10 board exams starting 15 June.

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The petitioner stated that the decision to conduct board exams from mid-June was taken in the month of May and it might have been under the impression that the COVID-19 situation would improve in the state. It was also stated that there were over 12,000 examination centers for Class 10, thus indicating the manpower required amid the prevailing scenario where Tamil Nadu has seen 31,667 total COVID-19 cases of which 14,396 are active, while the state has been seeing a daily increase of over 1,000 cases for the last one week.

The Additional Advocate General responded saying that there appeared to be a meeting between the Chief Minister and School Education Minister regarding the same.&nbsp;

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The Court asked if there was any outcome from the meeting, adding that any decision on postponement of exams must be taken immediately without keeping parents and students on tenterhooks.&nbsp;

The bench also lashed out at the State Government, saying that conducting class 10 exams were unlike re-opening of TASMAC (state-run liquor outlets) during the lockdown. “Can the state government give an undertaking that no student will get infected by COVID-19 if it is allowed to conduct the 10th grade board exams from June 15th” the bench questioned.&nbsp;

Stating that it is well and good if the Tamil Nadu&nbsp;Government itself postpones the exams without letting the Damocles Sword hang over students heads till the eleventh hour.&nbsp;

The High Court is to hear the case against Class X exams again at 2:30pm and seek the response of the State Government, however the Court has said that it is Prima facie satisfied that the Government decision to conduct board exams from June 15&nbsp;must be stayed.

When the state government has not decided to open schools and colleges until COVID-19 situation subsides, how can 9 lakh students, 2 lakh teachers and thousands of non-teaching staff be forced to risk their lives attending class 10 board exams from June 15, questioned a bench of the Madras High Court.

When the state government has not decided to open schools and colleges until COVID-19 situation subsides, how can 9 lakh students, 2 lakh teachers and thousands of non-teaching staff be forced to risk their lives attending class 10 board exams from June 15, questioned a bench of the Madras High Court. Hearing a case against the Tamil Nadu government’s decision to conduct Class 10 exams from June 15, a bench comprising Justice Vineet Kothari and R Suresh Kumar wanted to know what was the hurry in conducting exams amid rising COVID-19 cases in the state. The Tamil Nadu High and Higher Secondary School Graduate Teachers Association had approached the court seeking to prevent the State government from conducting Class 10 board exams starting 15 June. Also read: Creativity can't be transferred through online classes: Kasturirangan The petitioner stated that the decision to conduct board exams from mid-June was taken in the month of May and it might have been under the impression that the COVID-19 situation would improve in the state. It was also stated that there were over 12,000 examination centers for Class 10, thus indicating the manpower required amid the prevailing scenario where Tamil Nadu has seen 31,667 total COVID-19 cases of which 14,396 are active, while the state has been seeing a daily increase of over 1,000 cases for the last one week. The Additional Advocate General responded saying that there appeared to be a meeting between the Chief Minister and School Education Minister regarding the same. Also read: Eminent scientist suggests shift-system in schools when they reopen The Court asked if there was any outcome from the meeting, adding that any decision on postponement of exams must be taken immediately without keeping parents and students on tenterhooks. The bench also lashed out at the State Government, saying that conducting class 10 exams were unlike re-opening of TASMAC (state-run liquor outlets) during the lockdown. “Can the state government give an undertaking that no student will get infected by COVID-19 if it is allowed to conduct the 10th grade board exams from June 15th” the bench questioned. Stating that it is well and good if the Tamil Nadu Government itself postpones the exams without letting the Damocles Sword hang over students heads till the eleventh hour. The High Court is to hear the case against Class X exams again at 2:30pm and seek the response of the State Government, however the Court has said that it is Prima facie satisfied that the Government decision to conduct board exams from June 15 must be stayed.

Why risk lakhs of lives: Madras HC asks TN Govt on having Class X exams

Days after two Pakistani high commission officials were caught red-handed spying, two more operatives have been caught red-handed this time in Rajasthan.&nbsp;

On specific input, Rajasthan Police arrested Vikas Kumar (29), a civil defence employees at an Army Ammunition Depot near Shri Ganganagar and Chiman Lal (22), a civil contractual employee of Army's Mahajan Field Firing Range (MFFR), Bikaner.

Both were working as espionage agents on behalf of Pakistan's intelligence agency and were giving out details of Ammunition and MFFR, vital military installations in India's Western front.&nbsp;

Fake Facebook account and espionage&nbsp;

Vikas Kumar was "cultivated" by a Pakistani operative using a Facebook profile with the name "Anoshka Chopra".Chopra later exchanged her Indian number and both had regular chats. She introduced him to her "boss" Amit Kumar Singh who was the main handler based in Pakistan and once Vikas had proper communication with "Amit", Anoshka blocked her on Facebook and Whatsapp. Both Amit and Anoshka introduced themselves as a person working at Canteen Store Department (CSD) headquarters at Mumbai

Vikas passed on military information related to ORBAT (Order of Battle; composition and order of a military fighting formation), ammunition (photos, state, quantity, type, arrival, departure), units coming for firing practice/ military exercise to MFFR, personality traits of senior army officers in lieu of money.

Vikas Kumar used to source more information from Chiman Lal with the latter sending him pictures of "water- distribution- register" kept at one of the Pump House of MFFR with details of Army No, Rank, Name, Unit, Total Strength &amp; Quantity of water drawn on almost daily basis.

Vikas confessed to having received at least ₹75,000/- in total from his Pakistani handler for the information he has shared.&nbsp;

The operation to nab both was named Operation Desert Chase. Both were arrested in a joint operation by Rajasthan Police on Monday in Jaipur and will be produced in a local court for further action.&nbsp;

Last week, India declared 2 Pakistani officials 'persona non grata' after they were found to source information in the same manner. The incident came 4 years after India declared one Pakistani official persona non grata for being involved in espionage activity.

Days after two Pakistani high commission officials were caught red-handed spying, two more operatives have been caught red-handed this time in Rajasthan. On specific input, Rajasthan Police arrested Vikas Kumar (29), a civil defence employees at an Army Ammunition Depot near Shri Ganganagar and Chiman Lal (22), a civil contractual employee of Army's Mahajan Field Firing Range (MFFR), Bikaner.

Days after two Pakistani high commission officials were caught red-handed spying, two more operatives have been caught red-handed this time in Rajasthan. On specific input, Rajasthan Police arrested Vikas Kumar (29), a civil defence employees at an Army Ammunition Depot near Shri Ganganagar and Chiman Lal (22), a civil contractual employee of Army's Mahajan Field Firing Range (MFFR), Bikaner. Both were working as espionage agents on behalf of Pakistan's intelligence agency and were giving out details of Ammunition and MFFR, vital military installations in India's Western front. Fake Facebook account and espionage Vikas Kumar was "cultivated" by a Pakistani operative using a Facebook profile with the name "Anoshka Chopra".Chopra later exchanged her Indian number and both had regular chats. She introduced him to her "boss" Amit Kumar Singh who was the main handler based in Pakistan and once Vikas had proper communication with "Amit", Anoshka blocked her on Facebook and Whatsapp. Both Amit and Anoshka introduced themselves as a person working at Canteen Store Department (CSD) headquarters at Mumbai Vikas passed on military information related to ORBAT (Order of Battle; composition and order of a military fighting formation), ammunition (photos, state, quantity, type, arrival, departure), units coming for firing practice/ military exercise to MFFR, personality traits of senior army officers in lieu of money. Vikas Kumar used to source more information from Chiman Lal with the latter sending him pictures of "water- distribution- register" kept at one of the Pump House of MFFR with details of Army No, Rank, Name, Unit, Total Strength & Quantity of water drawn on almost daily basis. Vikas confessed to having received at least ₹75,000/- in total from his Pakistani handler for the information he has shared. The operation to nab both was named Operation Desert Chase. Both were arrested in a joint operation by Rajasthan Police on Monday in Jaipur and will be produced in a local court for further action. Last week, India declared 2 Pakistani officials 'persona non grata' after they were found to source information in the same manner. The incident came 4 years after India declared one Pakistani official persona non grata for being involved in espionage activity.

Pakistani espionage network busted in Rajasthan, two spies arrested in 'Operation Desert Chase'

Reigning Asian Games champion Rahi Sarnobat will have no regrets if the coronavirus pandemic forces the cancellation of the 2021 Olympic games. Sarnobat was tipped as a medal contender in the 25-meter pistol event and believes that getting back into the competition is extremely necessary in order to reset training goals for the Tokyo games. She was speaking to sports editor Digvijay Singh Deo.

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Asia`s largest slum Dharavi, which was once a hotspot of coronavirus infection with rapidly increasing COVID-19 positive cases, has now in the last seven days not recorded a single person to the virus and has also seen a decline in the number of positive cases as well.

According to Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) official data, June 1, there were 34 cases of COVID-19 positive reported from Dharavi whereas, on June 7, a total of 13 cases were reported.

Further, on June 6, Dharavi had recorded only 10 COVID-19 positive cases. On June 5 there were 17 positive cases while on June 4, it reported 23 positive cases. Hence, as per official data, the curve of COVID-19 positive cases in Dharavi slum has started showing a declining trend.The total positive cases in Dharavi stands at 1,912 as on June 7. Since May 30, in the last 7 days, there were no deaths due to COVID-19 in Dharavi which is a sign of relief.

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Assistant Municipal Commissioner of BMC Kiran Dighawkar who is also in charge of Dharavi`s Mission Corona said: "The aggressive screening in Dharavi area has helped in lowering the positive cases. Nearly 6 to 7 lakh people have been screened home to home by BMC health workers, private clinic doctors, mobile van, Municipal dispensary, etc."

He further added: "We worked on the formula of screen maximum people for fever, oxygen level and other symptoms and isolate them and test them proactively."

According to data available with BMC, Dharavi has a population of 8.5 lakh. A total of 8,500 people from the area were kept in government quarantine facilities at various places.BMC has tested 4,000 people while 1,350 people were tested through fever camps set up in Dharavi.

This slum in central Mumbai had become the hotspot of corona infection since the first case was detected here on April 1, a week after the national lockdown came into force.

Asia`s largest slum Dharavi, which was once a hotspot of coronavirus infection with rapidly increasing COVID-19 positive cases, has now in the last seven days not recorded a single person to the virus and has also seen a decline in the number of positive cases as well.

Asia`s largest slum Dharavi, which was once a hotspot of coronavirus infection with rapidly increasing COVID-19 positive cases, has now in the last seven days not recorded a single person to the virus and has also seen a decline in the number of positive cases as well. According to Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) official data, June 1, there were 34 cases of COVID-19 positive reported from Dharavi whereas, on June 7, a total of 13 cases were reported. Further, on June 6, Dharavi had recorded only 10 COVID-19 positive cases. On June 5 there were 17 positive cases while on June 4, it reported 23 positive cases. Hence, as per official data, the curve of COVID-19 positive cases in Dharavi slum has started showing a declining trend.The total positive cases in Dharavi stands at 1,912 as on June 7. Since May 30, in the last 7 days, there were no deaths due to COVID-19 in Dharavi which is a sign of relief. Also read: COVID 19: India gears up for Unlock 1.0; devotees flock to religious places Assistant Municipal Commissioner of BMC Kiran Dighawkar who is also in charge of Dharavi`s Mission Corona said: "The aggressive screening in Dharavi area has helped in lowering the positive cases. Nearly 6 to 7 lakh people have been screened home to home by BMC health workers, private clinic doctors, mobile van, Municipal dispensary, etc." He further added: "We worked on the formula of screen maximum people for fever, oxygen level and other symptoms and isolate them and test them proactively." According to data available with BMC, Dharavi has a population of 8.5 lakh. A total of 8,500 people from the area were kept in government quarantine facilities at various places.BMC has tested 4,000 people while 1,350 people were tested through fever camps set up in Dharavi. This slum in central Mumbai had become the hotspot of corona infection since the first case was detected here on April 1, a week after the national lockdown came into force.

Once a coronavirus hotspot of Mumbai, Dharavi records no deaths during last 7 days

Pakistan is yet to respond to New Delhi's suggestion on jointly dealing with the locust crisis. This comes even as Islamabad has claimed that it cooperating with regional countries including India to deal with the crisis that can majorly impact the food security in the region.

Indian Government sources told WION, "we have not heard anything to our proposal for coordinated locust control operations along the border and even to facilitate supply of pesticide."

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Earlier today, Pakistan foreign ministry spokesperson Aisha Farooqui, in response to the question Indian offer to jointly deal with locust crisis said India is "cooperating with all regional countries to fight desert locust invasion under a forum administered by the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO)...SWAC - Commission for Controlling the Desert Locust in Southwest Asia"

Adding, "Pakistan remains committed to cooperating with all SWAC member states, including India, in combating Desert Locust outbreak" and "The cooperation is “fruitful” in exchanging information in the bordering areas of Pakistan and India."

Sources reacting to it said, "Seems it is usual issue of saying something and do something else. They remain reticent. Seems they want to underplay the problem that is there in Pakistan."

India and Iran are already cooperating to deal with the crisis with New Delhi supplying with pesticide. The 2019–20 locust infestation has impacted more than 10 countries in Africa and South Asia and Iran, India and Pakistan are currently affected by the crisis.

Pakistan is yet to respond to New Delhi's suggestion on jointly dealing with the locust crisis. This comes even as Islamabad has claimed that it cooperating with regional countries including India to deal with the crisis that can majorly impact the food security in the region.

Pakistan is yet to respond to New Delhi's suggestion on jointly dealing with the locust crisis. This comes even as Islamabad has claimed that it cooperating with regional countries including India to deal with the crisis that can majorly impact the food security in the region. Indian Government sources told WION, "we have not heard anything to our proposal for coordinated locust control operations along the border and even to facilitate supply of pesticide." Also watch: Pak deploys thousands of army troops to battle locust invasion Earlier today, Pakistan foreign ministry spokesperson Aisha Farooqui, in response to the question Indian offer to jointly deal with locust crisis said India is "cooperating with all regional countries to fight desert locust invasion under a forum administered by the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO)...SWAC - Commission for Controlling the Desert Locust in Southwest Asia" Adding, "Pakistan remains committed to cooperating with all SWAC member states, including India, in combating Desert Locust outbreak" and "The cooperation is “fruitful” in exchanging information in the bordering areas of Pakistan and India." Sources reacting to it said, "Seems it is usual issue of saying something and do something else. They remain reticent. Seems they want to underplay the problem that is there in Pakistan." India and Iran are already cooperating to deal with the crisis with New Delhi supplying with pesticide. The 2019–20 locust infestation has impacted more than 10 countries in Africa and South Asia and Iran, India and Pakistan are currently affected by the crisis.

Pakistan yet to respond on Indian suggestion on jointly dealing with locust crisis

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A two-seater trainer aircraft crashed in Dhenkanal district in Odisha on early Monday morning. The aircraft was carrying a trainee pilot and an instructor.

Captain Sanjib Kumar Jha from Bihar and Anis Fatima, a trainee pilot, lost their lives in the crash.

The crash happened at Birasal Airstrip under Kankadahad police station limits in Dhenkanal district, shortly after its take-off at 6:30am.

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The trainee was from Tamil Nadu and was flying a Cessna FA-152 VT-ENF trainer aircraft.

Soon after the reports of the incident Dhenkanal SP Anupama James reached the spot and started the investigation.

The two pilots were announced dead on reaching hospital. The bodies of the instructor and the trainee pilot have been sent for postmortem.

Initial reports have suggested that after reaching the height of around 15 to 20 feet the aircraft suddenly plunged and crashed.&nbsp;Investigations have started, and more details are awaited.

A two-seater trainer aircraft crashed in Dhenkanal district in Odisha on early Monday morning. The aircraft was carrying a trainee pilot and an instructor. Captain Sanjib Kumar Jha from Bihar and Anis Fatima, a trainee pilot, lost their lives in the crash.

A two-seater trainer aircraft crashed in Dhenkanal district in Odisha on early Monday morning. The aircraft was carrying a trainee pilot and an instructor. Captain Sanjib Kumar Jha from Bihar and Anis Fatima, a trainee pilot, lost their lives in the crash. The crash happened at Birasal Airstrip under Kankadahad police station limits in Dhenkanal district, shortly after its take-off at 6:30am. Also read: Strong winds, rainfall hit Odisha's Bhadrak ahead of cyclone Amphan The trainee was from Tamil Nadu and was flying a Cessna FA-152 VT-ENF trainer aircraft. Soon after the reports of the incident Dhenkanal SP Anupama James reached the spot and started the investigation. The two pilots were announced dead on reaching hospital. The bodies of the instructor and the trainee pilot have been sent for postmortem. Initial reports have suggested that after reaching the height of around 15 to 20 feet the aircraft suddenly plunged and crashed. Investigations have started, and more details are awaited.

Two killed in a trainer aircraft crash in Odisha

India witnessed another huge spike in daily coronavirus count with 9,983 people testing positive for the virus in last 24 hours. The total number of coronavirus cases in the country zoomed to 256,611.

COVID-19: 9,983 new cases in India in last 24 hours

Terming the Electricity Amendment Bill 2020 as "harmful" for the poor and farmers, Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel has urged the Centre to put the proposed bill on hold for the time being, considering the current situation in the country.

In his letter written to Union Minister of State for Power RK Singh, the Chhattisgarh Chief Minister said that the Electricity Amendment Bill 2020 proposed by the Central Government is harmful to the lower strata of the society as the provision of cross-subsidy in the proposed bill is "impractical" and not in the interest of farmers and poor.

Baghel said the farmers will face crisis regarding irrigation of crops if the subsidy on electricity given to farmers is not continued and this will affect the production of food grains and the country will face a crisis. Therefore, the present provision of giving electricity subsidy to the people and farmer of the poor section of the society is tested and according to the need of the hour, he added.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions-blogs/resolving-clean-water-woes-of-rural-india-303574">Also read:&nbsp;Resolving clean water woes of rural India</a>

The Chief Minister said that the labourers and farmers, who have made the country self-reliant in food with their hard work, should be respected. He said it is necessary to give concession to people and farmers of the poor section of the society to make them self-sufficient and competent.

Baghel urged all state governments to consult and take care of the interests of the poorer sections of the society and the common people before implementing the amendment bill prepared by the Union Ministry of Power.

The Chief Minister said that the Direct Benefit Transfer System, which is currently in force, is correct. By changing this, the poor section of the society and small and marginal farmers will be deprived of benefits. The Chief Minister said that if a farmer consumes one thousand units of electricity for irrigation of crops every month during the farming season, then he will have to pay a bill of seven to eight thousand rupees, which will be impossible for him to pay.

He said the reduction of the rights of the State Governments and the appointment of the State Electricity Regulatory Commission under the Union government through this amendment is contrary to the system of a federal structure.

The bill provides only advice to states regarding the formation of the State Electricity Regulatory Commission, the consent of the state is not necessary in relation to the appointment. This provision is a clear violation of the powers of the State Government, the statement said.

The Electricity Amendment Bill 2020 provides for the promotion of privatisation in the field of electricity. Under this, there is also a provision for the appointment of sub-licensees and franchisees.

This provision is against the policy of checks and balances as sub-licensees and franchisees are not obliged to take licenses from the regulatory commission. From this, it is clear that it is also contrary to the principle of right and duty, the statement added.

Terming the Electricity Amendment Bill 2020 as "harmful" for the poor and farmers, Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel has urged the Centre to put the proposed bill on hold for the time being, considering the current situation in the country.

Terming the Electricity Amendment Bill 2020 as "harmful" for the poor and farmers, Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel has urged the Centre to put the proposed bill on hold for the time being, considering the current situation in the country. In his letter written to Union Minister of State for Power RK Singh, the Chhattisgarh Chief Minister said that the Electricity Amendment Bill 2020 proposed by the Central Government is harmful to the lower strata of the society as the provision of cross-subsidy in the proposed bill is "impractical" and not in the interest of farmers and poor. Baghel said the farmers will face crisis regarding irrigation of crops if the subsidy on electricity given to farmers is not continued and this will affect the production of food grains and the country will face a crisis. Therefore, the present provision of giving electricity subsidy to the people and farmer of the poor section of the society is tested and according to the need of the hour, he added. Also read: Resolving clean water woes of rural India The Chief Minister said that the labourers and farmers, who have made the country self-reliant in food with their hard work, should be respected. He said it is necessary to give concession to people and farmers of the poor section of the society to make them self-sufficient and competent. Baghel urged all state governments to consult and take care of the interests of the poorer sections of the society and the common people before implementing the amendment bill prepared by the Union Ministry of Power. The Chief Minister said that the Direct Benefit Transfer System, which is currently in force, is correct. By changing this, the poor section of the society and small and marginal farmers will be deprived of benefits. The Chief Minister said that if a farmer consumes one thousand units of electricity for irrigation of crops every month during the farming season, then he will have to pay a bill of seven to eight thousand rupees, which will be impossible for him to pay. He said the reduction of the rights of the State Governments and the appointment of the State Electricity Regulatory Commission under the Union government through this amendment is contrary to the system of a federal structure. The bill provides only advice to states regarding the formation of the State Electricity Regulatory Commission, the consent of the state is not necessary in relation to the appointment. This provision is a clear violation of the powers of the State Government, the statement said. The Electricity Amendment Bill 2020 provides for the promotion of privatisation in the field of electricity. Under this, there is also a provision for the appointment of sub-licensees and franchisees. This provision is against the policy of checks and balances as sub-licensees and franchisees are not obliged to take licenses from the regulatory commission. From this, it is clear that it is also contrary to the principle of right and duty, the statement added.

Electricity Amendment Bill 2020 not in interest of farmers, poor: Chhattisgarh CM

The concept of online teaching-learning for school children - has not found favour with eminent scientist K Kasturirangan, who says direct physical and mental connection is important to bring out aspects such as playfulness and creativity in them.

The National Education Policy, 2019, draft committee chairperson stressed the need for face-to-face contacts, interactions, exchange of ideas and thoughts as he backed the traditional mode, amid a debate on online classes for children due to COVID-19-induced closure of schools.

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"Fundamentally, the physical and mental connection with children directly is extremely important. Playfulness, creativity and many other aspects can never be transferred through online learning", Kasturirangan, who was Chairman of Indian Space Research Organisation between 1994 and 2003, told PTI.

He said 86 per cent of the brain grows by the age of eight, adding that issues associated with the early phase of children need to be assessed and evaluated carefully and any kind of new approach needs a scientific basis.

"Development of a brain is a continuous process within these eight years, and if you dont stimulate the brain properly by continuous interactions, then obviously you are missing a chance of really getting the best out of youngsters in terms of brain boat and performance, the recipient of Padma Shri, Padma Bhushan and Padma Vibhushan said.

"There are issues of these which need to be analysed very carefully. Just the kind of solutions that we talk of for higher education like online and so on may not be the way to deal when it comes to dealing with the early phase of children, the former Rajya Sabha member said.

The issue of online education for school children needs to be looked into very carefully and one should not jump into any kind of approach without any scientific basis.

"There is much to be evaluated, and it has to be assessed", underlined Kasturirangan, who had also served as a Member of the now-defunct Planning Commission of India.

Another acclaimed scientist, Prof. C N R Rao, who was awarded 'Bharat Ratna' in 2014, also spoke out recently against introducing online classes for children, underscoring the importance of human interface for good communication and inspiring young minds.

The Honorary President of the Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research, and the Linus Pauling Research Professor said online classes for young children such as KG, first and second grade should be terminated.

"I am not an enthusiast about on-line teaching. We need human interface with students for good communication. That is how young minds can be inspired, Prof. Rao, who was Chairman of the Science Advisory Council to the Prime Minister from 1985-1989, and from 2004-2014, told PTI

The concept of online teaching-learning for school children - has not found favour with eminent scientist K Kasturirangan, who says direct physical and mental connection is important to bring out aspects such as playfulness and creativity in them.

The concept of online teaching-learning for school children - has not found favour with eminent scientist K Kasturirangan, who says direct physical and mental connection is important to bring out aspects such as playfulness and creativity in them. The National Education Policy, 2019, draft committee chairperson stressed the need for face-to-face contacts, interactions, exchange of ideas and thoughts as he backed the traditional mode, amid a debate on online classes for children due to COVID-19-induced closure of schools. Also read: Eminent scientist suggests shift-system in schools when they reopen "Fundamentally, the physical and mental connection with children directly is extremely important. Playfulness, creativity and many other aspects can never be transferred through online learning", Kasturirangan, who was Chairman of Indian Space Research Organisation between 1994 and 2003, told PTI. He said 86 per cent of the brain grows by the age of eight, adding that issues associated with the early phase of children need to be assessed and evaluated carefully and any kind of new approach needs a scientific basis. "Development of a brain is a continuous process within these eight years, and if you dont stimulate the brain properly by continuous interactions, then obviously you are missing a chance of really getting the best out of youngsters in terms of brain boat and performance, the recipient of Padma Shri, Padma Bhushan and Padma Vibhushan said. "There are issues of these which need to be analysed very carefully. Just the kind of solutions that we talk of for higher education like online and so on may not be the way to deal when it comes to dealing with the early phase of children, the former Rajya Sabha member said. The issue of online education for school children needs to be looked into very carefully and one should not jump into any kind of approach without any scientific basis. "There is much to be evaluated, and it has to be assessed", underlined Kasturirangan, who had also served as a Member of the now-defunct Planning Commission of India. Another acclaimed scientist, Prof. C N R Rao, who was awarded 'Bharat Ratna' in 2014, also spoke out recently against introducing online classes for children, underscoring the importance of human interface for good communication and inspiring young minds. The Honorary President of the Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research, and the Linus Pauling Research Professor said online classes for young children such as KG, first and second grade should be terminated. "I am not an enthusiast about on-line teaching. We need human interface with students for good communication. That is how young minds can be inspired, Prof. Rao, who was Chairman of the Science Advisory Council to the Prime Minister from 1985-1989, and from 2004-2014, told PTI

Creativity can't be transferred through online classes: Kasturirangan

The Chief Minister of Delhi, India has begun self-isolating at home after exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief has fever and also claims to have a sore throat, two of the key symptoms of coronavirus.

According to media reports, his symptoms began showing on Sunday, and has since then cancelled all his meetings and addresses.&nbsp;

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="/india-news/delhi-govt-and-private-hospitals-to-be-reserved-only-for-patients-from-national-capital-cm-kejriwal-304009" hreflang="en">Delhi govt and private hospitals to be reserved only for patients from national capital: CM Kejriwal</a>

On Sunday, Kejriwal appeared at a meeting to discuss coronavirus in Delhi and announced that all Delhi government hospitals along with a few private hospitals will now treat only residents of the city. Central hospitals may treat anyone, he added.

Delhi is the third-hardest hit state in the country, after Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu. Until now, the city has over 28,000 positive cases and has recorded over 800 deaths.

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="/india-news/kejriwal-launches-mobile-app-for-updates-on-vacant-beds-in-hospitals-for-covid-19-patients-302589" hreflang="en">Kejriwal launches mobile app for updates on vacant beds in hospitals for COVID-19 patients</a>

Kejriwal is set to get tested for COVID-19 soon.

Meanwhile, India witnessed the highest spike ever in the number of reported cases today, and has moved to the fifth spot globally in terms of the number of cases, leaving behind Spain and Italy, that were once epicentres of the pandemic in Europe.

The Chief Minister of Delhi, India has begun self-isolating at home after exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief has fever and also claims to have a sore throat, two of the key symptoms of coronavirus.

The Chief Minister of Delhi, India has begun self-isolating at home after exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief has fever and also claims to have a sore throat, two of the key symptoms of coronavirus. According to media reports, his symptoms began showing on Sunday, and has since then cancelled all his meetings and addresses. Also read: Delhi govt and private hospitals to be reserved only for patients from national capital: CM Kejriwal On Sunday, Kejriwal appeared at a meeting to discuss coronavirus in Delhi and announced that all Delhi government hospitals along with a few private hospitals will now treat only residents of the city. Central hospitals may treat anyone, he added. Delhi is the third-hardest hit state in the country, after Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu. Until now, the city has over 28,000 positive cases and has recorded over 800 deaths. Also read: Kejriwal launches mobile app for updates on vacant beds in hospitals for COVID-19 patients Kejriwal is set to get tested for COVID-19 soon. Meanwhile, India witnessed the highest spike ever in the number of reported cases today, and has moved to the fifth spot globally in terms of the number of cases, leaving behind Spain and Italy, that were once epicentres of the pandemic in Europe.

Delhi CM Kejriwal quarantines himself after exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19

An eminent scientist on Sunday swuggested a shift system in schools to prevent spread of the coronavirus and continuing with online classes with focus on project-based learning in a big way to promote creativity.

Former Director General of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) V K Saraswat supported the idea of online teaching in the absence of regular classes in view of closure of schools due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

But, he said it should be organised in far better and more interactive ways so that delivery of knowledge can be better.

The NITI Aayog member stressed the need for schools to have a strategy when they reopen keeping in mind the safety of students.

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May be they will have to organise shifts so that within the same space they can handle the students; may be they will have to employ more teachers, and they can run two shifts.

"May be half the strength in a class can come in the morning and others in the afternoon. Or students of first to sixth standard can come in the morning and seventh to tenth can come in the afternoon, Saraswat told PTI.

Reopening strategy will have to be worked out by the education department, added the former Chief Scientific Advisor to the Defence Minister.

Along with normal classes, online education should be continued as a regular system in future, and promoted in a big way because that is the way technology is going to help delivery of knowledge, he added.

Saraswat also raised the pitch for reforms in the education sector, saying India is facing the problem of rote learning. 
Rote learning has to give way for more project-based teaching, he underlined.

Children should be made to work on projects at home and that can be done online. That will also support the changeover from rote learning to creative learning.

I personally believe the education delivery system -- primary, secondary and college levels -- has to be completely changed because creativity in India is less and creativity would come only if we replace rote learning with project-based learning, Saraswat said.

On some academics holding the view that the marks-based model is killing the education system in India as it does not promote creativity, he said evaluation of any outcome is important.

Even when we perform in our normal way, evaluation cannot be replaced. Otherwise, you cant find out how much you have succeeded in delivery. Certainly evaluation cannot be dispensed with.

He did not agree with some experts, who favoured a single, uniform system for school education in India by dispensing with CBSE, ICSE and state boards.

I am not for normalising everything in life. I personally believe variety should be there. This concept of one kind of a system is okay for a Communist society, society which was trying to drive everybody like a herd, he said.

Creativity comes with variety, and there is nothing wrong in having different kinds of education system, but one thing which is important is we have to integrate vocational training as part of the education curriculum," Saraswat said.

Vocational part cannot be kept away from the education system, he added.

An eminent scientist on Sunday swuggested a shift system in schools to prevent spread of the coronavirus and continuing with online classes with focus on project-based learning in a big way to promote creativity.

An eminent scientist on Sunday swuggested a shift system in schools to prevent spread of the coronavirus and continuing with online classes with focus on project-based learning in a big way to promote creativity. Former Director General of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) V K Saraswat supported the idea of online teaching in the absence of regular classes in view of closure of schools due to the COVID-19 pandemic. But, he said it should be organised in far better and more interactive ways so that delivery of knowledge can be better. The NITI Aayog member stressed the need for schools to have a strategy when they reopen keeping in mind the safety of students. Also read: COVID 19: India overtakes Spain with 9971 new cases; 5th highest in world May be they will have to organise shifts so that within the same space they can handle the students; may be they will have to employ more teachers, and they can run two shifts. "May be half the strength in a class can come in the morning and others in the afternoon. Or students of first to sixth standard can come in the morning and seventh to tenth can come in the afternoon, Saraswat told PTI. Reopening strategy will have to be worked out by the education department, added the former Chief Scientific Advisor to the Defence Minister. Along with normal classes, online education should be continued as a regular system in future, and promoted in a big way because that is the way technology is going to help delivery of knowledge, he added. Saraswat also raised the pitch for reforms in the education sector, saying India is facing the problem of rote learning. Rote learning has to give way for more project-based teaching, he underlined. Children should be made to work on projects at home and that can be done online. That will also support the changeover from rote learning to creative learning. I personally believe the education delivery system -- primary, secondary and college levels -- has to be completely changed because creativity in India is less and creativity would come only if we replace rote learning with project-based learning, Saraswat said. On some academics holding the view that the marks-based model is killing the education system in India as it does not promote creativity, he said evaluation of any outcome is important. Even when we perform in our normal way, evaluation cannot be replaced. Otherwise, you cant find out how much you have succeeded in delivery. Certainly evaluation cannot be dispensed with. He did not agree with some experts, who favoured a single, uniform system for school education in India by dispensing with CBSE, ICSE and state boards. I am not for normalising everything in life. I personally believe variety should be there. This concept of one kind of a system is okay for a Communist society, society which was trying to drive everybody like a herd, he said. Creativity comes with variety, and there is nothing wrong in having different kinds of education system, but one thing which is important is we have to integrate vocational training as part of the education curriculum," Saraswat said. Vocational part cannot be kept away from the education system, he added.

Eminent scientist suggests shift-system in schools when they reopen

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday announced that Delhi's borders will be opened for inter-state movement from tomorrow and hospitals here will be available for people of Delhi only, while Central hospitals will remain open for all.

In another big development, Delhi Government has decided to withdraw the 'special corona fee' levied at 70 per cent of the maximum retail price on all categories of liquor, with effect from June 10, 2020.

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"We are opening Delhi borders from tomorrow. Delhi hospitals will be available for people of Delhi only, while Central hospitals will remain open for all. By the end of June, Delhi would need 15,000 beds," said Kejriwal in an address through video conferencing.

He, however, said that the hospitals run by the Centre will be open for all.

The chief minister also said that all restaurants, malls and places of worship will resume activity the national capital from tomorrow, however, hotels and banquet halls will continue to remain closed in Delhi.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday announced that Delhi's borders will be opened for inter-state movement from tomorrow and hospitals here will be available for people of Delhi only, while Central hospitals will remain open for all.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday announced that Delhi's borders will be opened for inter-state movement from tomorrow and hospitals here will be available for people of Delhi only, while Central hospitals will remain open for all. In another big development, Delhi Government has decided to withdraw the 'special corona fee' levied at 70 per cent of the maximum retail price on all categories of liquor, with effect from June 10, 2020. Also read: COVID 19: India overtakes Spain with 9971 new cases; 5th highest in world "We are opening Delhi borders from tomorrow. Delhi hospitals will be available for people of Delhi only, while Central hospitals will remain open for all. By the end of June, Delhi would need 15,000 beds," said Kejriwal in an address through video conferencing. He, however, said that the hospitals run by the Centre will be open for all. The chief minister also said that all restaurants, malls and places of worship will resume activity the national capital from tomorrow, however, hotels and banquet halls will continue to remain closed in Delhi.

Delhi govt to open borders from Monday, withdraws special corona fee on liquor

An FIR has been lodged against unidentified persons for uploading "sensitive posts" on social media which has the potential of harming communal harmony in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, police said on Sunday.

Kargil SSP Vinod Kumar said the case was registered after a Twitter account was found uploading sensitive posts and spreading fake news.

"The investigation is on to identify the persons running this Twitter handle. No one has been arrested so far," he said.

A spokesman said police are taking stern action against people involved in uploading sensitive posts and spreading fake news on social media platforms like Twitter, Facebook and WhatsApp which may have adverse effects on communal harmony, security, public peace and tranquility.

"These include uploading morphed pictures, audios and videos and forwarding or posting of fake news stories," he said.

The SSP has requested the general public to desist from the misuse of social media platforms.

He has appealed to the people to bring into the notice of police any such misuse of social media for timely action.&nbsp;

An FIR has been lodged against unidentified persons for uploading "sensitive posts" on social media which has the potential of harming communal harmony in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, police said on Sunday.

An FIR has been lodged against unidentified persons for uploading "sensitive posts" on social media which has the potential of harming communal harmony in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, police said on Sunday. Kargil SSP Vinod Kumar said the case was registered after a Twitter account was found uploading sensitive posts and spreading fake news. "The investigation is on to identify the persons running this Twitter handle. No one has been arrested so far," he said. A spokesman said police are taking stern action against people involved in uploading sensitive posts and spreading fake news on social media platforms like Twitter, Facebook and WhatsApp which may have adverse effects on communal harmony, security, public peace and tranquility. "These include uploading morphed pictures, audios and videos and forwarding or posting of fake news stories," he said. The SSP has requested the general public to desist from the misuse of social media platforms. He has appealed to the people to bring into the notice of police any such misuse of social media for timely action.

FIR against unidentified persons for uploading 'sensitive posts' on social media

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