The tragic death of Ajit Pawar in a chartered jet crash has put the spotlight on private aviation safety. With VSR Ventures under investigation for its second hull loss in three years, aviation authorities and safety experts have issued urgent guidelines for VIPs and charter operators.

Chartered VIP jets crash: Top safety measures recommended by authorities

On Tuesday night, people in India, Pakistan and Afghanistan were in panic as a massive earthquake struck the Indian subcontinent. This comes as the recent memories of the devastating Turkey-Syria quake are still fresh. As per reports, the quake was felt in several other countries, including&nbsp;Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, China and Kyrgyzstan. According to officials, a strong 6.5 magnitude quake hit Pakistan and Afghanistan and caused&nbsp;over a dozen casualties, besides leaving several injured.&nbsp;

In India, people in the Delhi-NCR region rushed out of their homes as the earthquake hit. Several images and videos&nbsp;circulated on social media showed&nbsp;people standing on roads scared.&nbsp;

It's impossible to predict when an earthquake will strike. However, if you take steps, as advised by experts, during an earthquake they will help you to stay safe. Read on!

Take responsibility for your own safety first as in some situations, the first response might be delayed.&nbsp;

If you're INDOOR:&nbsp;

First, stay there and get under a desk or table and cover your head and neck with one arm or hand, and use the other to hang or hold on. However, if no shelter is available, move into a hallway or against an inside wall.&nbsp;

If you use a wheelchair or walker, make sure your wheels are locked and remain seated until the shaking stops. Stay clear of windows, fireplaces and heavy furniture, appliances.&nbsp;

If you're in the kitchen: Get out immediately as it can turn out to be a dangerous place and things can fall on you easily.&nbsp;

Don't run downstairs or rush outside while the building is shaking as you might hurt yourself.&nbsp;

If you're OUTDOOR:

Get into the open but away from buildings, power lines or anything else that might fall on you.&nbsp;

If you're DRIVING:&nbsp;

Stop your vehicle but be careful. Move your car as far out of traffic as possible, but DO NOT stop on or under a bridge or overpass or under trees, near light posts, power lines, or signs. STAY INSIDE your car until the shaking stops.

If you're in a MOUNTAINOUS AREA:

Watch out for falling rocks, landslides, trees, and other things that could possibly fall on you due to quakes.

On Tuesday night, people in India, Pakistan and Afghanistan were in panic as a massive earthquake struck the Indian subcontinent. This comes as the recent memories of the devastating Turkey-Syria quake are still fresh.

On Tuesday night, people in India, Pakistan and Afghanistan were in panic as a massive earthquake struck the Indian subcontinent. This comes as the recent memories of the devastating Turkey-Syria quake are still fresh. As per reports, the quake was felt in several other countries, including Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, China and Kyrgyzstan. According to officials, a strong 6.5 magnitude quake hit Pakistan and Afghanistan and caused over a dozen casualties, besides leaving several injured. In India, people in the Delhi-NCR region rushed out of their homes as the earthquake hit. Several images and videos circulated on social media showed people standing on roads scared. It's impossible to predict when an earthquake will strike. However, if you take steps, as advised by experts, during an earthquake they will help you to stay safe. Read on! Take responsibility for your own safety first as in some situations, the first response might be delayed. If you're INDOOR: First, stay there and get under a desk or table and cover your head and neck with one arm or hand, and use the other to hang or hold on. However, if no shelter is available, move into a hallway or against an inside wall. If you use a wheelchair or walker, make sure your wheels are locked and remain seated until the shaking stops. Stay clear of windows, fireplaces and heavy furniture, appliances. If you're in the kitchen: Get out immediately as it can turn out to be a dangerous place and things can fall on you easily. Don't run downstairs or rush outside while the building is shaking as you might hurt yourself. If you're OUTDOOR: Get into the open but away from buildings, power lines or anything else that might fall on you. If you're DRIVING: Stop your vehicle but be careful. Move your car as far out of traffic as possible, but DO NOT stop on or under a bridge or overpass or under trees, near light posts, power lines, or signs. STAY INSIDE your car until the shaking stops. If you're in a MOUNTAINOUS AREA: Watch out for falling rocks, landslides, trees, and other things that could possibly fall on you due to quakes.

Here are some safety measures you should take when earthquake strikes

With a variety of gadgets sprawling in the global market, one can make their own choice to figure out the best way to mitigate the cold and feel a bit relaxed being warm in the chilling winters. Data suggests that the sales of these electric blankets have gone up. The total electric-blanket exports to Europe reportedly hit a whopping $33.4 million from January through July last year. It is almost double the whole in comparison to the year before.

But have you taken a pause and thought about whether these blankets are even safe for you or your family?&nbsp;Before one even gets into the debate if electric blankets are meant for safe use let's understand what they are after all.

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<h2>What are electrical blankets?&nbsp;</h2>

Technically electrical blankets have integrated electrical heating wires around them.&nbsp;The function of wirings is to carry an electric current which keeps the blanket warm in dipping temperatures. Electric blankets come in different types ranging from blankets to duvets. Ordinarily, people use room heaters during harsh winter temperatures however, with the availability of new gadgets in the market one is eager to know if heaters, in fact, are replaceable by electric blankets.&nbsp;

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<h2>So are these electric blankets safe to use?&nbsp;</h2>

Sue Davies, Head of Consumer Protection Policy at Which?, a British consumer protection organisation said, “Electric blankets have surged in popularity as people look to save money during the cost of living crisis, but our latest research shows that buying these products cheaply on online marketplaces can put your safety at risk.”

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Well, the research findings revealed that the safety of the wiring largely depends on the condition of the electric blanket. As per the research, three blankets posed a risk of electric shock as one had wires that could easily be pulled out and others were of bad quality that did not have safety warnings on them.

<h2>Tips to buy and use electric blankets</h2>

One of the first tips is to buy the electric blanket from a reputable seller after checking the reviews of the product. The product should have safety marks and warnings on them. Also always check for loose wiring in the blanket as it can lead to electric shock while using the blanket during winter.&nbsp;

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With a variety of gadgets sprawling in the global market, one can make their own choice to figure out the best way to mitigate the cold and feel a bit relaxed being warm in the chilling winters.

With a variety of gadgets sprawling in the global market, one can make their own choice to figure out the best way to mitigate the cold and feel a bit relaxed being warm in the chilling winters. Data suggests that the sales of these electric blankets have gone up. The total electric-blanket exports to Europe reportedly hit a whopping $33.4 million from January through July last year. It is almost double the whole in comparison to the year before. But have you taken a pause and thought about whether these blankets are even safe for you or your family? Before one even gets into the debate if electric blankets are meant for safe use let's understand what they are after all. Also Read | US economy performed better than expected in final months of last year What are electrical blankets? Technically electrical blankets have integrated electrical heating wires around them. The function of wirings is to carry an electric current which keeps the blanket warm in dipping temperatures. Electric blankets come in different types ranging from blankets to duvets. Ordinarily, people use room heaters during harsh winter temperatures however, with the availability of new gadgets in the market one is eager to know if heaters, in fact, are replaceable by electric blankets. Also Read | United States arms exports to foreign governments rose 49% in fiscal 2022 So are these electric blankets safe to use? Sue Davies, Head of Consumer Protection Policy at Which?, a British consumer protection organisation said, “Electric blankets have surged in popularity as people look to save money during the cost of living crisis, but our latest research shows that buying these products cheaply on online marketplaces can put your safety at risk.” Watch | Passengers panic as bus falls into lake in Turkiye, no fatalities reported Well, the research findings revealed that the safety of the wiring largely depends on the condition of the electric blanket. As per the research, three blankets posed a risk of electric shock as one had wires that could easily be pulled out and others were of bad quality that did not have safety warnings on them. Tips to buy and use electric blankets One of the first tips is to buy the electric blanket from a reputable seller after checking the reviews of the product. The product should have safety marks and warnings on them. Also always check for loose wiring in the blanket as it can lead to electric shock while using the blanket during winter. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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A 56-year old senior private secretary in the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister’s Office has succumbed to Covid-19 in the early hours today, after nearly a week of hospitalization. Secretariat staff say that, though he was not in direct contact with the Chief Minister, he was working in the Chief Minister’s chamber. With over 200 Covid-19 positive cases across ranks said to be reported from the Secretariat alone, the employees have been requesting the Government for increased safety measures and precautions.&nbsp;

On a routine day, the Secretariat sees about 6300 staff across various departments and ranks, but under the current circumstances, 50% of this number are being permitted to work at the premises.&nbsp;

For about 10 days, the Tamil Nadu Secretariat Association has been pushing for having only 33% workforce and restarting employees who are coming in from Red Zones.&nbsp;

However, this will be in place only from Friday, 19th June when the 12-day lockdown would be in effect in Chennai and the three adjoining districts of Chengalpattu, Kanchipuram and Tiruvallur. The 12-day lockdown guidelines require only 33% of state and central government staff to report for work, whereas those residing in red zones will not be required to turn up for work.&nbsp;

Those working at the secretariat feel that the number of people reporting for work can further be limited to few critical and specific departments such as Public Works, Revenue Administration, Disaster Management, Rural and Municipal development etc.&nbsp;

“We request the government to provide a separate medical facility for testing and hospitalizing staff if required. Besides strict thermal scanning at entry points, they can distribute vitamin tablets and immunity-boosting herbal conceptions. More transport facilities and buses could be provided for staff. Employees aged above 55, in the vulnerable category must not be required to report for work. We must work together and ensure that there are no more lives lost” Peter Anthonysamy, Tamil Nadu Secretariat Association president told WION.

A 56-year old senior private secretary in the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister’s Office has succumbed to Covid-19 in the early hours today, after nearly a week of hospitalization.

A 56-year old senior private secretary in the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister’s Office has succumbed to Covid-19 in the early hours today, after nearly a week of hospitalization. Secretariat staff say that, though he was not in direct contact with the Chief Minister, he was working in the Chief Minister’s chamber. With over 200 Covid-19 positive cases across ranks said to be reported from the Secretariat alone, the employees have been requesting the Government for increased safety measures and precautions. On a routine day, the Secretariat sees about 6300 staff across various departments and ranks, but under the current circumstances, 50% of this number are being permitted to work at the premises. For about 10 days, the Tamil Nadu Secretariat Association has been pushing for having only 33% workforce and restarting employees who are coming in from Red Zones. However, this will be in place only from Friday, 19th June when the 12-day lockdown would be in effect in Chennai and the three adjoining districts of Chengalpattu, Kanchipuram and Tiruvallur. The 12-day lockdown guidelines require only 33% of state and central government staff to report for work, whereas those residing in red zones will not be required to turn up for work. Those working at the secretariat feel that the number of people reporting for work can further be limited to few critical and specific departments such as Public Works, Revenue Administration, Disaster Management, Rural and Municipal development etc. “We request the government to provide a separate medical facility for testing and hospitalizing staff if required. Besides strict thermal scanning at entry points, they can distribute vitamin tablets and immunity-boosting herbal conceptions. More transport facilities and buses could be provided for staff. Employees aged above 55, in the vulnerable category must not be required to report for work. We must work together and ensure that there are no more lives lost” Peter Anthonysamy, Tamil Nadu Secretariat Association president told WION.

Senior staff in Tamil Nadu CMO succumbs to Covid-19; colleagues push for more safety measures

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