The Centre appeals to doctors and pharmacists in medical colleges to prescribe antimicrobials with exact indications. Medical associations and pharmacists’ associations are also urged to implement drug rules. The misuse and overuse of antimicrobials, especially antibiotics, contribute to the emergence of drug-resistant organisms. Antimicrobial resistance leads to global deaths and treatment failures, making prudent...
Read MoreIndia’s T20I series against Afghanistan saw Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma return to the format after a year, aiming to be part of the squad for the T20 World Cup 2024. Kohli scored fewer runs but showed commendable intent, leaving an impression on Sharma. Rohit emphasized the importance of clarity in player roles and...
Read MoreFlight restrictions have been imposed at Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi from 10.20 am to 12.45 pm every day until January 26 due to Republic Day preparations and celebrations. The restrictions, outlined in a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM), apply to both arrivals and departures and affect all types of flights, including non-scheduled, scheduled,...
Read MoreAmazon is laying off fewer than 5% of employees in its Buy with Prime unit, with a total of 30 employees being let go. The company continues to make adjustments based on business needs. Amazon is supporting the laid-off staff in finding new roles both inside and outside the company. Buy with Prime remains...
Read MoreRBI governor Shaktikanta Das hints that rates will stay high until 4% inflation goal is met; rate cuts are not being considered. RBI is focused on achieving the target of 4% inflation and strengthening balance sheets of financial institutions. Food price volatility is also a factor affecting inflation.
Read MoreThe Supreme Court ordered the Jalan-Kalrock consortium to deposit Rs 150 crore by Jan 31 to keep the Jet Airways revival plan afloat. The NCLAT will decide the appeals by the end of March, including the plea of Airjet Ground Services employees for their dues.
Read MoreDays after Supreme Court annulled the remission granted to 11 convicts in the Bilkis Bano case, nine of them moved the court seeking extension due to medical problems and family responsibilities. SC agreed to hear their pleas on Friday subject to CJI’s approval. Among the convicts are Bipin Chandra Joshi, Ramesh Chandana, and Mitesh...
Read MoreEmployees’ Provident Fund Organisation has said it will no longer use Aadhaar as a valid document to verify date of birth, in line with a directive to this effect by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI). EPFO’s Jan 16 circular said it has also removed Aadhaar from the list of documents that will...
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