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Delhi announces stricter Covid-19 curbs: Know what’s allowed, what’s not With Delhi witnessing surge in Convid-19 cases, the Delhi Government have announced stricter curbs to contain the spread. On Saturday, according to the health bulletin, Delhi reported 7,897 cases of coronavirus. Among the curbs announced by the media are letting Delhi Metro and DTC buses to operate only at 50 per cent capacity, according to media reports. Also, the number of guests has been limited at weddings to 50. Besides, all social, political, sports, entertainment, cultural and religious gatherings have been prohibited. From those travelling from Maharashtra to Delhi by…

Namzis rush to douse Batla House fire, building roof gutted, fire brigade reaches spot Roof of a Batla House building was gutted after fire broke out at 2.20 pm, according to locals. Md Javed, who resides in Azeem Diary, told the OT over phone that as he was coming after offering Friday namaz in Batla House mosque he saw residents in Muradi Road shouting and seeking for help. Video by Md Javed, Sudhar Trust and other source “We rushed to the spot with a few other residents and climbed on a nearby house and some among them started pouring water…

रमज़ान स्पेशल रेसिपी: आलू पिज़्ज़ा कटलेट: शीबा खान, मस्कट, ओमान इस रमजान घर में ही बनायें बेहद लज़ीज़ खस्ता आलू पिज़्ज़ा कटलेट्स जिन्हे आप इफ्तार के साथ खा सकते हैं.  इतना ही नहीं, रमजान के बाद भी पार्टी वगैरह में इसे स्नैक के तौर पर सर्व कर सकते हैं.  बच्चों को यह बहुत पसंद आएगा तो आप इन कटलेट्स को बनाकर उसके टिफिन में भी रख सकते हैं. सामग्री: आलू 500 ग्राम, पिसी काली मिर्च एक चौथाई चम्मच, आधा चम्मच नमक (अपने हिसाब से थोड़ा ज़्यादा या कम भी कर सकते हैं, बोनलेस चिकन 500 ग्राम, 1 प्याज़, एक चौथाई कप…

Jamia takes fresh initiatives to curb Covid Jamia Millia Islamia has taken several decisions in view of the rising Covid-19 cases in Delhi/NCR. It has been decided in the meeting of the committee which included Deans of Faculties and other officials of the university held on 7.04.2021 that; Wearing a mask is mandatory and there will be no entry without a mask in the campus. All students are advised to stay at home and avoid physical presence for their academic work, library, laboratory etc. unless it is very essential. All Covid- 19 Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) has to be followed…

50 fined for single use of plastic, littering The SDMC’s South Zone said it imposed 50 challans in Yousuf Sarai Market for using single use plastic, littering by shopkeepers. The SDMC said its officials also seized 15 kg plastic and discouraged the shopkeepers for using of single use plastic in the market. The SDMC said it is making all efforts to improve its ranking in Swachh Survekshan-2021 following which it wanted to make markets, malls, shopping complexes, commercial areas, educational institutions, etc plastic free. Apart from this, the SDMC said it is successfully operating 5 TDP capacity Aerobic Compost Plant…

A quiet spot to reconnect with nature in this concrete jungle of Abul Fazal Enclave. Many years ago, Jamia Nagar was known for its greenery and peaceful surroundings. According to long-time residents who settled in the area before 1982, most of the land was used to grow roses, guavas, and other fruits. There were also several water bodies scattered throughout the locality which unfortunately have dried up due to lack of care. The area had a village-like charm, with open spaces, fresh air, and an abundance of trees and plants, said e-rickshaw driver Maqsood. Back then, Jamia Nagar had fewer…

New Covid wave affecting people aged 20-45 yrs: Delhi Minister As per the new trend, the virus was fast spreading among the people aged between 20-45 years, who may not get affected much but can pose a threat to the elderly at homes and therefore, the vaccination should now be made available to all ages, said Delhi Health Minister Satyendar Jain said on Wednesday at a press meet. Jain said: “For the last three weeks, Delhi has seen a surge. It used to be lower than 200-300 Covid cases earlier, but now it is more than 5000. Delhi Government is…

Night curfew temporary, to avoid unnecessary crowds: Jain The night curfew in Delhi from 10 pm to 5 am has been done to avoid unnecessary crowds that could cause the virus to spread, according to Delhi Health Minister Satyendar Jain. He said the curfew was done temporarily and the impact will be analysed. He said people talk in extremes, some are in favour of a lockdown and some are not, therefore there has to be a middle ground. Jain addressed a press conference to update on the ongoing situation of the pandemic in Delhi. He said Delhi saw 5,100 positive…

Pedalling for a cause: Cycle rally to create awareness about Covid vaccination On the occasion of International Day of Sports for Development and Peace, SDMC’s South Zone organised a 5 kilometres long Cyclothon, a Cycle Rally from SDMC Green Park office. “Motive behind the rally was to make people aware about Covid-19 vaccination drive for a healthy society and spread a message to stay fit. Former Indian Cricketers Yashpal Sharma flagged off the rally,” it said. Commissioner SDMC Gyanesh Bharti, Deputy Commissioner of South Zone Dr Sonal Swaroop and senior SDMC officials also participated in the rally. The rally was…

Video: Okhla women give wings to dream of kids with special needs, socially excluded Efforts by Okhla women to give wings to dreams of children with special needs, socially excluded Maulana Azad School for children with special needs and socially excluded has announced the acquisition of additional new building on the 3rd floor of the existing building of the school in the ground floor  at a function where teachers, students, their parents and local residents were present. The school was started under the aegis of Being a woman an all India NGO working in Abul Fazal Enclave-1, D Block, said…