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Saudi Arabia to allow only people immunised against COVID-19 to perform Umrah

The SaudiMinistry of Hajj and Umrah said in a statement that only “immunised people” will be granted permits to perform Umrah as well as prayers in the Grand Mosque in the holy city of Mecca. Umrah pilgrimage, starting from the holy month of Ramadan.

These include individuals who have received two doses of a COVID-19 vaccine, those having received one dose of the vaccine at least 14 days before performing the pilgrimage, or a person who has recovered from the virus, the ministry said The ministry also said it would increase the operational capacity of the holy mosque in adherence with COVID-19 measures and restrictions.

 

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Bollywood Actor Akshay Kumar tests positive for Covid-19

Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar has tested positive for the novel coronavirus. Taking to Twitter, Akshay Kumar shared the news this morning.

“I wish to inform everyone that, earlier this morning, I have tested positive for Covid-19. Following all the protocols, I have immediately isolated myself. I’m under home quarantine and have sought necessary medical care.

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Fakhar Zaman registered the highest individual score run out on 193 against South Africa

Fakhar Zaman played an ODI knock for the ages as Pakistan ran the hosts close  losing by 17 runs  in the 2nd ODI vs South Africa in Johannesburg on Sunday. Zaman scored 193 runs off 155 balls before being run out in the last over

Zaman was run out in the 50th over getting done in by what looked like a piece of gamesmanship by Quinton de Kock

The South Africa wicketkeeper pointed his finger towards Lungi Ngidi, the bowler, but in fact Aiden Markram, the fielder, threw the ball towards the keeper’s end and it was a direct hit. Zaman had slowed down his pace at the end of his second run and could not make it back into his crease

 

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Fire In Forest in Uttarakhand India 4 persons, 7 animals dead

At least four persons and 7 animals have died in a fire that broke out in 62 hectares of forest area in the last 24 hours.

The Principal Chief Conservator has informed that 12,000 guards and fire watchers of the state forest department have been deployed to douse the fire. So far, the fire has destroyed property worth Rs 37 Lakhs

uttarakhand Chief Minister Tirath Singh Rawat today held an emergency meeting over fire incidents via video conferencing. “We asked the Centre to give us two choppers to take control of fire situation. We have been given the same. We are hoping to douse fire using choppers today,” the chief minister said

 

 

 

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Statement by President Joe Biden on Attack Outside the Capitol Police

Jill and I were heartbroken to learn of the violent attack at a security checkpoint on the U.S. Capitol grounds, which killed Officer William Evans of the U.S. Capitol Police, and left a fellow officer fighting for his life.

 

We send our heartfelt condolences to Officer Evans’ family, and everyone grieving his loss. We know what a difficult time this has been for the Capitol, everyone who works there, and those who protect it.

 

I have been receiving ongoing briefings from my Homeland Security Advisor, and will be getting further updates as the investigation proceeds.

 

I want to express the nation’s gratitude to the Capitol Police, the National Guard Immediate Response Force, and others who quickly responded to this attack. As we mourn the loss of yet another courageous Capitol Police officer, I have ordered that the White House flags be lowered to half-staff.

 

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Fresh Covid Cases in #India 81,466 Biggest 1-Day Jump In 6 Months

Maharashtra, Karnataka, Kerala, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, #Gujrat, Punjab & Tamil Nadu account for 84.61 per cent of the new cases, the Health Ministry said.

 

The country saw 469 new fatalities, highest since December 6, official data showed.India yet again saw the biggest daily surge in Covid cases since early October with 81,466 fresh infections reported since yesterday, taking the tally to 1.23 Corer. 

 

 

 

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Turkey sends medical Aid at Rohingya refugee camp

Today the second TurkishAirForce cargo plane brought medical equipments & 13 health professionals for the new Turkish field hospital in #Rohingya #refugee camps in Bangladesh New tents of the hospital have already been set up. The hospital will be fully functional very soon.

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Cricket Legend #SachinTendulkar Covid Positive, Says “Hospitalised Under Medical Advice”

Sachin Tendulkar Tweeted Thank you for your wishes and prayers. As a matter of abundant precaution under medical advice, I have been hospitalised. I hope to be back home in a few days. Take care and stay safe everyone.

 

Wishing all Indians & my teammates on the 10th anniversary of our World Cup 🇮🇳 win

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UN Human Rights Report on Sudan

SouthSudan Community-based militias were responsible for 78% of killings and injuries caused to civilians in 2020 as well as abductions and conflict-related sexual violence during attacks in pockets of the country

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#WHO Lower your risk from #COVID19 by combining these 5⃣ precautions:

#WHO Lower your risk from #COVID19 by combining these 5⃣ precautions:
1⃣ Wear a mask 😷
2⃣ Clean your hands👐
3⃣ Keep physical distance 📏
4⃣ Cough/sneeze away into your elbow 💪
5⃣ Open windows as much as possible 🪟

We are #InThisTogether to beat #COVID19