BBC journalist beaten, handcuffed, held by authorities, as China boils over zero Covid policy

In a statement, the BBC expressed concern over reports that its journalist in China, Ed Lawrence, was beaten and kicked by the police while he was being arrested.

Covid scenario: Assam logs 3,677 fresh cases

Assam reported a slight spike in Covid-19 cases in the last 24 hours with a total of 3,677 fresh cases. This marks a significant jump in Covid cases since the previous day as earlier the state had reported about 1,951 cases. Kamrup Metropolitan district reported 422 new cases in the last 24 hours. Also Read: […]

Sikkim Covid Surge: CM Prem Singh Tamang takes stock of preparedness

A high-level meeting was chaired by Chief Minister Shri Prem Singh Tamang (Golay) at his official residence, Mintokgang today to take stock of the COVID-19 preparedness in the state. With Covid cases spiking alarmingly CM Golay took stock of the status of dedicated beds for Covid patients, ICU beds, medicines, manpower, and other equipments. The […]

Arunachal Pradesh: State Covid task force recommends fresh restrictions

Taking into account the surge in Covid cases and the possibility of spread of Omicron variant, the Arunachal Pradesh health task force led by Health Minister Alo Libang has recommended imposition of night curfew from 9 pm to 5 am till January 31st. Further steps would depend on the assessment by the District administration in […]

Omicron reaches Meghalaya: 5 Cases reported

At least 5 cases of Omicron have been detected in Meghalaya, said sources from the state health department. As per sources, two cases are from East Khasi Hills and another two  from Ri Bhoi while the fifth case is reportedly that of a tourist from Assam. It is yet to be known whether any one […]