Multiplex Association of India writes to Delhi CM to reconsider shutting down of cinemasNDTV reported, Multiplex Association of India writes to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, requests him to reconsider the decision to shut down cinemas amid the surge in COVID-19 casesUnder-16 Vijay Merchant Trophy may be postponed over COVID concern, says BCCI Secy Jay ShahBCCI may postpone Under-16 Vijay Merchant Trophy, scheduled to be held from January 9, over COVID concerns: BCCI Secretary Jay ShahHigh Court and district courts of Delhi to function virtually from Jan 3-15 High Court and district courts of Delhi to function on virtual mode only from Jan 3 to Jan 15 over rising cases of COVID-19Covaxin proven safe for 2-18 years old volunteers in phase II/III study, says Bharat BiotechBharat Biotech says its Covaxin has proven to be safe, well-tolerated, and immunogenic in 2-18 years old volunteers in phase II/III studyCOVID restrictions extended in Gujarat from Dec 31-Jan 7, says State Health MinisterGujarat Government extends COVID restrictions from Dec 31 to Jan 7, says State Health Minister Rushikesh PatelWest Bengal govt suspends flights coming from UK to Kolkata from Jan 3West Bengal Government decides to suspend all flights coming from the UK to Kolkata airport from January 3Treatment & guidelines for all COVID strains remain same, says ICMR DG Dr Balram BhargavaUse of masks before and after vaccination is a must and mass gatherings should be avoided. The treatment guidelines for the earlier and the currently circulating strains of coronavirus remain the same. Home isolation remains an important pillar: ICMR DG Dr Balram BhargavaIndia defeats South Africa by 113 runs in 1st TestIndia wins first Test match against South Africa by 113 runs, lead 3-match series by 1-0. This is the first-ever win at the venue by IndiaNext 2-4 weeks critical in view of rising COVID19 cases, warns Telangana health departmentTelangana’s health department on Thursday cautioned people to remain alert for next 2-4 weeks in view of the surge in Covid-19 cases and the fast spreading new variant Omicron which could mark the beginning of the third wave of the pandemic.PM Modi inaugurates 23 developmental projects in Haldwani, UttarakhandPrime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurates & lays the foundation of 23 developmental projects worth Rs 17,500 crores, in Haldwani, UttarakhandRahul Gandhi to address public rallies in Punjab and Goa ahead of assembly electionsCongress leader Rahul Gandhi will address public rallies in poll-bound states of Punjab and Goa on 15th January and 16th January 2022, respectively. Centre must decide on restrictions on flights from high Omicron cases countries says MamataCOVID-19 cases in Kolkata rising as it’s a transit point for people travelling on trains, flights. Centre must decide on imposing restrictions on flights from countries where omicron cases are high.COVID-related restrictions can’t be imposed everywhere because it may affect economy as it has in last two years: CM Mamata Banerjee’Mini COVID Care Centre’ established at Indira Holiday Home, Chandigarh’Mini COVID Care Centre’ established at Indira Holiday Home, Sector 24B, Chandigarh, due to the rising number of cases. COVID patients will be sent to this center from 3rd January 2022: UT AdministrationAll political parties told that polls should be held on time following COVID protocols: CECRepresentatives of all political parties met us and told us that elections should be conducted on time following all COVID19 protocols: Chief Election Commissioner Sushil Chandra on 2022 UP Assembly electionsKalicharan Maharaj’s family and lawyer informed about his arrest by Chhattisgarh police: Chhattisgarh CMKalicharan Maharaj’s family and lawyer have been informed about his arrest by Chhattisgarh police. He will be presented before the court within 24 hours time: Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghel on the arrest of Kalicharan MaharajNarottam Mishra (Madhya Pradesh Home Minister & BJP leader) should tell whether he is happy or sad about the arrest of the person who derogated Mahatma Gandhi? No rules have been violated and arrest made by Chhattisgarh police as per procedures: Chhattis46% of total COVID19 cases are of Omicron variant: Delhi Health Minister Satyendar Jain46% of total COVID19 cases are of Omicron variant as per the latest genome sequencing report: Delhi Health Minister Satyendar JainUP has 3 Omicron patients, 2 in Ghaziabad, 1 in RaebareliUP has 3 Omicron patients till now, 2 in Ghaziabad, 1 in Raebareli. Out of 115 genome sequencing samples, 112 were of Delta variant. But, we need to be careful & alert. Delhi NCR areas have already started witnessing an increase in COVID-19 cases: UP ACS Health Amit Mohan Prasad4.1 magnitude earthquake hits Pithoragarh in UttarakhandAn earthquake of 4.1 magnitude struck Pithoragarh district post-midnight on Thursday but no damage has been reported.India reports 13,154 new COVID19 cases in the last 24 hours; Omicron case tally rises to 961India reports 13,154 new COVID19 cases in the last 24 hours; Omicron case tally rises to 961 with 263 cases in Delhi and 252 in MaharashtraGovt declares entire Nagaland as “disturbed area” under AFSPA for 6 more monthsGovt declares entire Nagaland as “disturbed area” under AFSPA for 6 more months with effect from Dec 30
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