Considering to introduce code of conduct for TV channels, says Prakash Javadekar

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November 17, 2020

The four-day Chhath Mahaparva will begin from 18 November. Nahai-Khay is on November 18 and Kharna on November 19. The first arghya is on 20 November and the second arghya on 21 November. However, due to the corona epidemic, Chhath Mahaparva will not be organized on the banks of ponds and rivers.

Politics in Jharkhand is at the peak after the order of Hemant government regarding Mahaparva Chhath of public faith. Socially and politically opposition to the government order prohibiting Chhath from being celebrated collectively has begun. Politically, the BJP has come to the fore, while many units of the party are under siege of the government on different fronts. The ruling party Jharkhand Mukti Morcha and its ally, the Congress, have also started protests.

Regarding Chhath Puja, the Home, Kara and Disaster Management Department has issued orders related to the above five types of restrictions. Earlier, the State Executive Committee meeting was held under the chairmanship of Chief Secretary Sukhdev Singh to organize Chhath Puja. During this, Health Secretary Dr. Nitin Madan Kulkarni and Disaster Secretary Dr. Amitabh Kaushal were also present. It was agreed in the meeting that it would not be possible to have two yards of community ghats, ponds, lakes, reservoirs on the banks of the community, following the social distance during Chhath Puja. At the time of arghya, even two yards cannot be kept. The rules of face cover or mask will also not be followed.

The order, issued with the signature of the Chief Secretary, said that shops, stalls, decorations with electric bulbs around rivers or water sources and burning firecrackers in public places would be completely banned. Not only this, there will be complete ban on public programs of music and entertainment on the occasion of Chhath.

Virat Kohli to be the new face of healthcare brand Vize

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November 16, 2020

India National cricket team captain Virat Kohli will now be the new face of Vize, the new personal hygiene and sanitation brand by Vize Health and Hygiene.

At a time when covid-19 infection has taken over the world by storm, personal hygiene and health has become more important than ever. With Virat Kohli onboard, the brand aims to promote the importance of cleanliness amid these difficult times.

Akshat Jain, founder, Vize, said, “It is up to all of us to prepare to face the pandemic, be rigorous and disciplined about our hygiene routine to keep us safe as individuals and to protect families, communities around us and our country. We have chosen Virat Kohli as the brand ambassador to reflect the values of preparedness, discipline rigour, and world-class standards.”

“As sportspersons, we athletes are recipients of much love and hero-worship. But in these difficult times, it is the Covid warriors who are true heroes, putting their lives on the line. We are doing our part by helping the society fight through this unprecedented time, Vize is for the heroes who keep India unbeaten. I feel excited to be associated with Vize because it is my way of expressing solidarity with fellow Indians,” said Kohli.

Equitas Small Finance Bank appoints Smriti Mandhana as brand ambassador

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November 16, 2020

Equitas Small Finance Bank has roped in cricketer Smriti Mandhana as their new brand ambassador. In the recent years, Mandhana has garnered a considerable fan following in a sport which has been male-centred for the longest time.

Equitas aims to bring women under the same umbrella by co-relating their struggles and success resulting in growth and prosperity. Mandhana will be responsible for spreading brand’s message across all social media platforms.

Murali Vaidyanathan, president and country head – branch banking, liabilities, product and wealth, Equitas Small Finance Bank, said, “We see Smriti as an embodiment of aspirations for Indian women across all ages and walks of life. As a brand, we see her as the face of success, growth and prosperity with a proven track record of reigning career in cricket. This collaborative effort is a result of the shared vision we have noticed between brand personality Smriti Mandhana and the brand Equitas in promoting women welfare and empowerment.”

“I am really glad to be an instrumental part of Equitas Small Finance Bank’s motive of promoting financial empowerment to all sections of society. It is a great privilege to be associated with the brand’s positioning as a socially responsible bank,” Mandhana said.

After Pubg, Tiktok is planning to come back in India

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November 16, 2020

Since TikTok Ban In India was held in June this year, officials of Tiktok India are in constant efforts to re-establish Tiktok in India. In an effort, Tiktok India chief Nikhil Gandhi has tried to encourage his employees by writing letters saying that I hope that a positive atmosphere will be created in favor of Tiktok in India and crores of users will be able to use it again. At the same time, the Tiktok India chief also said that Tiktok is ready to work on the conditions of complying with Indian rules and laws, which will take special care of privacy and security.

Following the controversy over LAC, the Indian government banned dozens of Chinese apps, including Bytdans’ popular app TikTok, in late June citing security. Donald Trump fell behind banning Tiktok after the decision was taken in India. Later, he wanted Bytdance to sell this business to an American company and say goodbye to America.

According to information received by ET, Tiktok has again taken forward the negotiations with Walmart and Oracle.

The company has retained most of its employees. In response to ET’s questions about Comeback Strategy in India, neither did Tiktok’s spokesperson deny or accept it. However, he expressed the company’s seriousness regarding the Rules of Land.

#JusticeForGulnaz is trending in Twitter, she was set on fire

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November 16, 2020

Gulnaz Khatoon, a girl from Vaishali district of Bihar, was set on fire by a youth named Satish Kumar and Chandan Kunmar, after she refused to marry. While battling for life, this girl finally said goodbye to the world, no action has been taken against the accused. Therefore, mother and family are pleading for justice, registering protests by placing the dead body of a daughter on the streets of Patna. But who is going to listen? It is currently reported that an FIR has been registered against the three accused of murder.

JusticeForGulnaz is constantly trending on social media, not only this, the general public’s anger is growing that Gulnaaz deserves justice. Just to provide justice to Gulnaz, there is a need for the voice of the general public.

On Twitter, users are constantly demanding justice on the grounds that Gulnaz must get justice and the trend of #JusticeForGulnaz is also seen on Twitter.

The incident happened when the girl was walking on a newly paved road. According to her mother, the attackers were eve-teasing Gulnaz when she reacted by asking them to stop making comments. outraged by the girl’s reaction, Satish Kumar and Chandan Kumar burnt the girl alive and threw her into the nearby well.

“Right now, we want Justice; it has been 17 days and we there has been no progress. We filed an F.I.R. but it was not considered, there’s been no hearing. We are helpless, we have no one; I stitch clothes and through that only I have been supporting my children, my girl also used to stitch clothes.”

“My girl simply said that please don’t say anything to us, the boy said that he has bought the road and I will do this and now a murder will happen and for this, they burnt my girl alive. Only four months were left for her marriage.”

India has asked Pakistan to end support cross border terror

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November 16, 2020

India asked Pakistan to end support to cross-border terror and reminded it how it has hosted terrorists including Osama Bin Laden.

In a sharply-worded statement, the Ministry of External Affairs said, “Pakistani leaders have never hidden the fact that it has become a factory for producing terrorists. India is not the only neighbour to be targeted as underlined by the statements of countries similarly targeted. Distant parts of the world have seen the terror trail lead back to Pakistan.”

India has slammed a recent press conference by Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry and the Establishment, terming it “yet another futile anti-India propaganda exercise”.

Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Anurag Srivastava said, in response to a media query, said: “We have seen media reports on a press conference by the Pakistani establishment. This is yet another futile anti-India propaganda exercise.”

“The so-called claims of ‘proof’ against India enjoy no credibility, are fabricated and represent figments of imagination. This desperate attempt will find few takers as the international community is aware of Pakistan’s tactics and proof of its terror sponsorship has been admitted by none other than its own leadership,” he added.

The MEA spokesperson said: “The face of global terror, Osama Bin Laden, was found in Pakistan; Pakistan’s PM glorified him as a ‘martyr’ from the floor of Parliament; he admitted the presence of 40,000 terrorists in Pakistan; their Science and Technology Minister proudly claimed involvement and success of Pakistan, led by its Prime Minister, in the Pulwama terror attack in which 40 Indian soldiers were martyred.”

“We call upon Pakistan to end its support to cross border terrorism. Pakistani leaders have never hidden the fact that it has become a factory for producing terrorists. India is not the only neighbour to be targeted as underlined by the statements of countries similarly targeted,” he added.

The MEA spokesperson said the press conference was a deliberate attempt on the part of the Pakistani establishment to shift focus from its internal political and economic failures. It also seeks to justify cross-border terrorism, including ceasefire violations and infiltration across the LoC and the IB.

“Distant parts of the world have seen the terror trail lead back to Pakistan. Concocting documents and peddling false narratives will not absolve Pakistan of such actions. We are confident the world will hold it to account,” Srivastava said

Johnson & Johnson begins two-dose trial of its covid-19 vaccine across UK

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November 16, 2020

Johnson & Johnson has begun a new third stage-trial in Britain to obtain the results of its vaccine candidate’s two-dose regimen. The trials will be conducted among thousands of volunteers across the globe, the reports suggested.

According to a mint report, the drugmaker plans to launch the vaccine trials among 30,000 volunteers for study which will be conducted in parallel to its one-dose trial that began in September among 60,000 participants.

The aim of the new two-dose regimen is to assess the efficacy of the experimental vaccine after both the first and second dose to determine if the latter provides better protection against the virus.

“The study will assess efficacy of the investigational vaccine after both the first and second dose to evaluate protection against the virus and potential incremental benefits for duration of protection with a second dose,” J&J said in a statement.

It is noteworthy that Johnson & Johnson has touted its vaccine as single dose only, however, the new 2-dose trials are purely experimental to check the efficacy.

The study being conducted in UK is aiming to recruit as many as 6,000 participants among a total of 30,000 people globally, scientists leading the UK trial said. In UK itself, the volunteers will be recruited at 17 different sites.

In September, the J&J signed an agreement of two-dose global phase III clinical trial with British government in August. However, the drugmaker is now announcing its progression into the third trials.

The company has said that if single-shot gives sustainable results, the company will be able to reach millions of people compared with its leading rivals who require two doses.

As of now, J&J is the only company across the globe to claim efficacy of the vaccine by just injecting a single shot.

According to a report of BioPharma, the vaccine is estimated to remain stable at -20 degree Celsius and at least three months at 2-8 degree Celsius.

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No lockdown for Delhi says Satyendra Jain

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November 16, 2020

Even though the country’s capital is struggling with the third wave of Corona virus infection, there is no plan for lockdown again. Health Minister in Delhi government Satyendra Jain on Monday said that there is no such plan. Talking to news agency ANI, Jain said, “There will not be a lockdown in Delhi again. I don’t think it will be an effective move right now. Wearing everybody’s mask is more beneficial.” He said that the third wave of Covid has come to an end. 3,235 new cases of Covid-19 were reported in Delhi on Sunday. Now the number of Kovid-19 patients in the capital has increased to more than 4.85 lakhs. During this period, the death toll rose to 7,614 with 95 more patients dying of infection.

Health Minister of Delhi Government said that the third wave of corona pandemic in Delhi has crossed its peak. Shortage will be seen in Corona cases soon. He said that strict action is being taken against those who do not follow the health protocol and social distancing. In the last few days, a fine of about Rs 45 lakh has been imposed on those who do not follow the health protocol.

Delhi Health Minister Satyendra Jain, ICMR and senior officials of Health Ministry were also present in the meeting. In the meeting, several decisions were taken to prevent corona infection and to provide immediate treatment facilities to the affected persons.

After meeting the Home Minister, the Delhi government said that 1.25 lakh people will be examined corona daily now in the capital Delhi. Kejriwal said, “The number of daily Covid-19 tests will be increased from 1 lakh to 1.25 lakh. The Center has assured 750 ICU beds which will be made available at the DRDO center.” CM Kejriwal had written a letter to the Union Health Minister requesting that he should increase the Covid-19 bed capacity in the central government-run hospitals in the capital in view of the increase in cases.

Blowout in Assam Baghban gas has been successfully doused

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November 16, 2020

The Oil India Limited on Sunday announced that the blowout in Assam’s Baghjan gas well has been successfully doused after nearly six months of struggle.

In a statement, the natural gas liquids company said that the fire has been doused and the well has been killed with brime solution.

The worst industrial disaster of the northeast took away the lives of three employees of the PSU major and injured several others. The process to control the well by joint efforts of multiple teams, including foreign experts, also faced a series of setbacks.

“The well has been killed with brine solution and under control now,” Oil India Ltd spokesperson Tridiv Hazarika said. “There is no pressure in the well now and it will be under observation over the next 24 hours to check if there is any amount of gas migration and pressure build-up,” he added.

“Further operation to abandon the well is in progress,” Hazarika said, adding that experts from Singaporean firm Alert Disaster Control were actively engaged in the final operation to control the well. — PTI

PM Modi unveils ‘Statue of Peace’ on Jainacharya Vijay Vallabhmark’s 151st birth anniversary

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November 16, 2020

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday unveiled the ‘statue of peace’ in Rajasthan’s Pali to mark the 151st birth anniversary of Jainacharya Shree Vijay Vallabh Surishwer Ji Maharaj. The ceremony took place via video conferencing.

The 151-inch tall statue has been made from Adhtadhatu(eight metals), with copper being major component, and is located at Vijay Vallabh Sadhana Kendra, Jetpura, in Pali, Rajasthan.

After inaugurating the statue, the Prime Minister said, “Vijay Nityanand Surishwer Ji Maharaj used to say that the land of Gujarat gave us two Vallabh. In the political field, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and in spiritual field Jainacharya Shree Vijay Vallabh Surishwer Ji Maharaj… Both dedicated their lives for India’s unity and brotherhood. I am fortunate that the country gave me the opportunity to inaugurate the world’s highest ‘Statue of Unity’ by Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. And today I am getting the privilege of unveiling the ‘Statue of Peace’ by Jainacharya Vijay Vallabh ji.”

“India has been an example of humanity, the path of peace, non-violence and fraternity for the whole world. The world looks forward to India,” he said.

“At 12:30 pm today afternoon, will unveil the ‘Statue of Peace’ to mark the 151st Jayanti celebrations of Jainacharya Shree Vijay Vallabh Surishwer Ji Maharaj. Do watch the programme,” the Prime Minister had earlier tweeted.

Shree Vijay Vallabh Surishwer Ji Maharaj, a saint, lived during 1870-1964. He is known for his selfless work and propagating the message of Lord Mahavira. He also worked for the welfare of the masses and believed that the education should be accessible to all.

How Indian team is gearing up for bouncy Australian tracks?

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November 16, 2020

The Indian team is trying new ways to deal with the bounce and speed on Australian pitches. BCCI has posted a video on Monday, in which Ravichandran Ashwin is training batsman Lokesh Rahul with tennis ball with the help of tennis racket.

Rahul, who captained Kings XI Punjab in the IPL, was seen playing bridge shots on the balls coming over his body.

How is that for innovation? 😎@ashwinravi99 grabs 🎾 racquet while @klrahul11 faces volleys with his 🏏 #TeamIndia pic.twitter.com/03ZV003SdV
— BCCI (@BCCI) November 16, 2020

The BCCI tweeted, ‘How is it for innovation? Ashwin took the tennis racket and Rahul is facing volleys with his bat.

The extra bounce and speed in pitches on the Australian tour would be a matter of concern for Indian players. Even before this, tennis balls have been seen in practice sessions in Australia by subcontinent teams.

Cummins confident for bouncy pitches against India in ODIs

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November 16, 2020

Australian fast bowler Pat Cummins expects pitches to bounce and accelerate in the limited-overs series and Test series against India, which will give Australia the advantage of playing at home.

“Hopefully the pitches will be the way we Australian players are used to,” Cricket.com.com reported quoting Cummins on Monday.

Cummins said, “Hopefully there will be a boom and bounce in the pitch so that, like India, we also get the benefit of playing at home.”

Cummins, who was part of the Kolkata Knight Riders in the Indian Premier League (IPL), played in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), said that it would be beneficial for him to stay in the BioSecure bubble before the crucial series against India.

Cummins said, ‘One advantage of staying in the bio bubble in the UAE was that we didn’t have to travel much. In the normal situation that happens in the IPL, we have to catch the flight every other day. So it gets very tiring at times. ‘

Cummins said that he is feeling relieved after spending three months in the bio bubble. He, however, also said that once he joins the Australian team, he will discuss whether he should rest in the limited-overs series in Sydney and Canberra before the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

Afganistan releases list of more than 150 Pakistani terrorists killed by Afgan forces

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November 16, 2020

In the recent developement from Afganistan’s campaign against terrorism, the Afganistan released the list of more than 150 Pakistani terrorist killed in Helamnd and Kandahar provices.

Afgan Interior Miistry has also released the list of Taliban terrorists killed in the recent clashes with Afgan forces. Near to 55 Taliban commanders have been set to simise in these provinces by the country’s top force.

In a statement by the UN Security Council, around 6,500 Pakistani terrorists are in action in Afghanistan, most of them belonging to the Tehrik-e Taliban Pakistan.

Novak Djokovic equals Pete Sampras’s record of six year-end No. 1 trophy

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