West Bengal imposes strict Covid restrictions, had relaxed it in Christmas
2 years, 11 months ago

West Bengal imposes strict Covid restrictions, had relaxed it in Christmas

Op India  

On Sunday, January 2, 2020, the Mamata Banerjee-led Trinamool Congress government in West Bengal announced the latest Covid-19 curbs in the state. While many other states had imposed additional restrictions for Christmas and New Year celebrations in India amid the Omicron scare, West Bengal CM had relaxed the night curfew from December 24, 2021, to January 1, 2022, in view of Christmas and New Year celebrations. Is international media blaming Kolkata’s Park Street Christmas celebration for 6,153 new Covid cases reported in West Bengal? Remarking on the troublesome condition the state has pushed itself in, Dr Punyabrata Gun of WBDF opined that the “people not maintaining COVID-appropriate behaviour and the government not implementing restrictions have resulted in the spike.” Covid cases in West Bengal see a 10 times spike during Christmas week According to the data available, the city reported 204 new Covid-19 cases on Monday, December 27 but the number of such cases shot up to 1954 on Friday, December 31, almost 10 times in five days. Meanwhile, in the last 24-hours, as many as 6,153 more people tested positive for Covid-19 across West Bengal and of the total Kolkata alone accounted for 3,194 cases.

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Mamata Banerjee inaugurates Christmas festival at Park Street
4 days, 4 hours ago

Mamata Banerjee inaugurates Christmas festival at Park Street

The Hindu  

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday inaugurated ‘Kolkata Christmas Festival’ at Allen Park in Park Street area. “To commemorate the essence of the Christmas Festival, the entire stretch of Park Street, Allen Park, St. Paul’s Cathedral Church and adjoining areas will suitably be illuminated with proper branding during the period from 19.12.2024 to 05.01.2025. On the occasion of …

Covid-19: West Bengal govt lifts all restrictions, mask use to continue
2 years, 8 months ago

Covid-19: West Bengal govt lifts all restrictions, mask use to continue

Hindustan Times  

The West Bengal government on Thursday withdrew most of the pandemic-related restrictions, barring the use of face masks. The government in West Bengal revoked Covid-19 restrictions in the state, however, wearing masks would remain mandatory. However, advisory in respect of health and hygiene protocols including wearing of masks at all times, hand hygiene and sanitisation of public places shall continue …

For the First Time Since March 2020, This Kolkata Hospital Has Zero Covid-19 Patients
2 years, 9 months ago

For the First Time Since March 2020, This Kolkata Hospital Has Zero Covid-19 Patients

News 18  

For the first time since March 17, 2020, state government-run Beliaghata Hospital in Kolkata did not receive any new Covid-19 patients on Thursday which gave some relief to the people of the capital city. Two days back, the overall number of Covid-19 cases in the state had come down to 50 and the death toll was recorded zero. The situation …

West Bengal To Reopen Primary Schools From February 16, Relaxes Night Curfew Timings
2 years, 10 months ago

West Bengal To Reopen Primary Schools From February 16, Relaxes Night Curfew Timings

ABP News  

New Delhi: With Covid-19 cases seeing a steady dip, the West Bengal government has decided to reopen all primary and upper primary schools from February 16. Amid a spike in Covid-19 cases primarily driven by the Omicron variant, Bengal had closed schools and colleges from January 3. Last week, the Bengal government had launched open-air 'neighbourhood schools' for students of …

Covid-19 death toll remains cause of concern in West Bengal
2 years, 10 months ago

Covid-19 death toll remains cause of concern in West Bengal

India Today  

West Bengal on Tuesday registered 736 new Covid-19 cases and 32 fatalities in the last 24 hours. Even as the case positivity ratio in the state has dropped in the past few days, the number of Covid-related deaths remains a cause of concern in the state. As the daily data shows atleast 30 people are dying due to Covid, Bakin …

West Bengal govt eases Covid curbs; schools, colleges to reopen from Feb 3
2 years, 10 months ago

West Bengal govt eases Covid curbs; schools, colleges to reopen from Feb 3

India Today  

Schools in West Bengal will reopen for classes 8 to 12 from February 3, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said during a press conference on Monday. Work force can be increased from 50 per cent to 75 per cent in private offices, CM Mamata Banerjee said, adding that the state's daily tally of new cases of infection is declining. READ: Omicron …

Amid COVID-19 surge, Election Commission postpones West Bengal's civic body polls
2 years, 11 months ago

Amid COVID-19 surge, Election Commission postpones West Bengal's civic body polls

Firstpost  

On Friday, the Calcutta High Court had asked the West Bengal SEC to consider postponing the municipal elections by at least four to six weeks In view of the surge in COVID-19 cases in West Bengal, State Election Commission has decided to postpone the civic elections in Asansol, Bidhannagar, Siliguri and Chandannagar and hold it on 12 February, 2022. On …

West Bengal govt postpones civic body polls amid Covid surge
2 years, 11 months ago

West Bengal govt postpones civic body polls amid Covid surge

India Today  

Amid a massive upswing of Covid-19 cases in the state, the West Bengal government has decided to postpone elections to four municipal corporations, which were scheduled to be held on January 22. The decision comes after the Calcutta High Court asked the state Election Commission to see if polls can be deferred by a few weeks owing to the prevailing …

West Bengal logs 23,467 new Covid-19 cases, positivity rate 32.13 per cent
2 years, 11 months ago

West Bengal logs 23,467 new Covid-19 cases, positivity rate 32.13 per cent

India Today  

West Bengal on Thursday reported 23,467 new Covid-19 cases, 1,312 more than the previous day, which raised the tally to 18,41,050, the health department said in its bulletin. The positivity rate in the state rose to 32.13 per cent from 30.86 per cent on Wednesday. At least 8,139 people recovered from the disease in the last 24 hours as the …

Bengaluru’s daily Covid tally crosses 10,000, curbs extended in Karnataka till Jan 31
2 years, 11 months ago

Bengaluru’s daily Covid tally crosses 10,000, curbs extended in Karnataka till Jan 31

Hindustan Times  

Ther rise in the daily new Covid-19 infections in Karnataka saw no respite on Tuesday as 14,473 more people tested positive for the disease in the last 24 hours. The daily positivity rate crossed 10 per cent in the state and in Bengaluru, it shot up to 15 per cent, health minister K Sudhakar said. Amid the rise in cases, …

Want to Hold Gangasagar Mela with Strict Covid Norms in Place, West Bengal Govt Tells Calcutta HC
2 years, 11 months ago

Want to Hold Gangasagar Mela with Strict Covid Norms in Place, West Bengal Govt Tells Calcutta HC

News 18  

On behalf the West Bengal government, advocate general SN Mookherjee on Thursday informed the Calcutta High Court that they wanted to go ahead with Gangasagar Mela by implementing strict Covid-19 safety measures. Countering Mookherjee’s claim and decision by the state government, petitioner Dr Avinandan Mondal, a city-based doctor, through his lawyer Srijib Chakraborty appealed before the High Court to cancel …

West Bengal to Allow Flights From Mumbai, Delhi Only Twice a Week From Today
2 years, 11 months ago

West Bengal to Allow Flights From Mumbai, Delhi Only Twice a Week From Today

News 18  

As cases of Covid-19 reflect a fresh surge, the West Bengal government has announced that flights to Kolkata from Delhi and Mumbai will be allowed to operate only twice a week– on Monday and Friday. According to data from the ministry of health and family welfare, Kolkata’s weekly positivity rate increased to 12.5 per cent, while the state’s increased to …

West Bengal reports 6,153 new COVID cases, eight fresh fatalities, positivity rate jumps up to 15.93%
2 years, 11 months ago

West Bengal reports 6,153 new COVID cases, eight fresh fatalities, positivity rate jumps up to 15.93%

Firstpost  

As 2,407 patients were discharged on Sunday, the recovery rate stood at 97.77 percent, the health department bulletin said Kolkata: Continuing with the steep hike in Covid-19 cases in West Bengal for the past one week, the state on Sunday recorded 6,153 infections with Kolkata accounting for 3,194 of them, a health department bulletin said. Of the eight fresh fatalities …

Schools, colleges closed, offices to run with 50% staff in Bengal as Covid cases spike | Details
2 years, 11 months ago

Schools, colleges closed, offices to run with 50% staff in Bengal as Covid cases spike | Details

India TV News  

Highlights West Bengal government has imposed restrictions in the state due to rise in Covid cases. The West Bengal government on Sunday announced fresh Covid-19 curbs in light of the rising Omicron cases, as well as cases of the Covid-19 infection in the state. All schools, colleges, universities, spas, salons, beauty parlors, zoos, and entertainment parks will be closed in …

Planning New Year bash in Bhopal? Check latest Covid-19 guidelines here
2 years, 11 months ago

Planning New Year bash in Bhopal? Check latest Covid-19 guidelines here

India Today  

The fear of the third Covid-19 wave and the growing threat of Omicron are likely to dampen the New Year celebrations and turn the occasion into a low-key affair in Bhopal again. India has been witnessing a massive spike in Covid-19 cases, prompting various state governments to bring back night curfews, and put restrictions on New Year's eve to curb …

More states bring in Covid-19 curbs ahead of New Year amid Omicron threat | Key points
3 years ago

More states bring in Covid-19 curbs ahead of New Year amid Omicron threat | Key points

India Today  

Uttar Pradesh, followed by Gujarat, Haryana, Odisha and Maharashta imposed stricter restrictions amid a surge in Omicron cases. The health ministry in a press conference said, "The govt had preemptively advised the states on December 21 to impose restrictions like night curfew, regulating large gatherings and increasing bed capacity and other logistics and strict enforcement of Covid-appropriate behavior.” Union health …

Parliament Winter Session Breaking News LIVE Updates December 20 2021 PM Modi Covid 19 Omicron Variant Amit Shah
3 years ago

Parliament Winter Session Breaking News LIVE Updates December 20 2021 PM Modi Covid 19 Omicron Variant Amit Shah

ABP News  

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee cautioned people on the rising graph of Covid infections, underlining that the new Omicron variant spreads faster, while inaugurating Kolkata Christmas Festival at Allen Park here on Monday. Banerjee also called for unity among people of all faith to forge a strong India, while asking people to spread Christmas cheer and encouraging replication of …

Not so merry Christmas? Covid resurgence forces fresh restrictions, lockdowns in Europe
3 years ago

Not so merry Christmas? Covid resurgence forces fresh restrictions, lockdowns in Europe

India Today  

The resurgence of Covid cases is poised to affect Christmas and New Year celebrations as many countries have imposed lockdowns and restrictions to arrest the spread of infection. At an average of 6.46 lakh daily cases, fresh Covid infections around the globe have surged by 12 per cent since the beginning of this month and nearly 5 per cent since …

West Bengal Logs 782 New Covid-19 Cases, 5 Fresh Fatalities
3 years, 1 month ago

West Bengal Logs 782 New Covid-19 Cases, 5 Fresh Fatalities

News 18  

West Bengal’s COVID-19 tally rose to 16,04,975 as 782 more people tested positive for the infection on Monday, 93 less than the previous day, a health bulletin said. However, the positivity rate rose to 2.88 per cent from 2.13 per cent on Sunday, while the number of daily COVID-19 tests went down to 27,115 from 41,066 on the previous day, …

West Bengal issues new guidelines for inbound flight passengers. Check details
3 years, 1 month ago

West Bengal issues new guidelines for inbound flight passengers. Check details

India TV News  

In new guidelines, all inbound flight passengers to West Bengal shall have to be either fully vaccinated or furnish an RT-PCR negative report for a test conducted within 72 hours of such flight departure, Kolkata airport informed on Monday. Bengal's current Covid situation On Sunday, the number of fresh coronavirus cases in West Bengal marginally declined with the state recording …

Bengal's Covid Tally Deteriorates as 974 New Cases, 12 Fresh Fatalities Recorded
3 years, 2 months ago

Bengal's Covid Tally Deteriorates as 974 New Cases, 12 Fresh Fatalities Recorded

News 18  

The COVID-19 situation in West Bengal deteriorated as 974 more people tested positive for the infection on Saturday, 128 more than the previous day, a health bulletin said. Fresh cases surged for the fourth consecutive day after the state recently celebrated the mega event of Durga Puja. West Bengal now has 7,731 active cases, while 15,58,690 people have been cured …

3 Bengal Districts Record Covid-19 Positivity Rate of Over 3% Post Durga Puja Festivities
3 years, 2 months ago

3 Bengal Districts Record Covid-19 Positivity Rate of Over 3% Post Durga Puja Festivities

News 18  

West Bengal is once again witnessing a spike in Covid-19 cases after Durga Puja, which was celebrated last week. According to the West Bengal Health Department, the Covid-19 positivity rate in Kolkata is above three percent. According to the data released by the West Bengal Health Department, Kolkata has reported a Coronavirus positivity of 3.51 percent between October 5 and …

Bengal Eases Curbs: Shops, Restaurants Allowed to Operate in 'Normal Hours'
3 years, 2 months ago

Bengal Eases Curbs: Shops, Restaurants Allowed to Operate in 'Normal Hours'

News 18  

The West Bengal government has allowed additional relaxations during Durga Puja period, after it announced guidelines for festivities amid the season. Meanwhile, the West Bengal government on Saturday asked people to avoid crowded places saying the Covid-19 pandemic is not over yet, as the citizens of the state have started visiting Durga Puja pandals in large numbers even before the …

West Bengal: TMC shows why restrictions on Durga Puja are so crazy
3 years, 2 months ago

West Bengal: TMC shows why restrictions on Durga Puja are so crazy

Op India  

Mamata Banerjee is set to emerge victorious in the Bhawanipore by-poll elections as trends show the Chief Minister of West Bengal in pole position to win. The intriguing aspect of the matter is that the celebrations come days after the West Bengal informed the Calcutta High Court that it had no problems with banning visitors from entering pandals. #WATCH | …

West Bengal extends Covid curbs till Oct 30; allows movement during Durga Puja
3 years, 2 months ago

West Bengal extends Covid curbs till Oct 30; allows movement during Durga Puja

India TV News  

The West Bengal government on Thursday extended the ongoing Covid-19 restrictions till October 30 but allowed movement of people and vehicles at night during the Durga Puja festival from October 10 to 20, according to an order. The government has made an exception in the night curfew rule in view of the festival as a large number of people visit …

West Bengal Extends Covid-19 Restrictions Till Sep 30. Here's What's Allowed, What's Not
3 years, 3 months ago

West Bengal Extends Covid-19 Restrictions Till Sep 30. Here's What's Allowed, What's Not

News 18  

The West Bengal government has extended the Covid-related restrictions till September 30 with the existing relaxations. District administrations, police commissionerates and local authorities shall ensure strict compliance with the state directives of wearing masks and maintaining social distancing, it said. No Movement from 11 pm to 5 am The order said that all outdoor activities including movement of people and …

Bengal extends Covid restrictions till Sept 30, night curbs to continue
3 years, 3 months ago

Bengal extends Covid restrictions till Sept 30, night curbs to continue

India TV News  

Bengal Lockdown News: The West Bengal government on Wednesday extended the COVID-related restrictions till September 30 with the existing relaxations, as per an official notification. "All outdoor activities including movement of people and vehicles shall be strictly prohibited between 11 pm to 5 am except for health services, law and order, essential commodities including agriculture produce and other emergency services," …

West Bengal Covid-19 restrictions extended till Aug 30, night curbs relaxed
3 years, 4 months ago

West Bengal Covid-19 restrictions extended till Aug 30, night curbs relaxed

India TV News  

The COVID-related restrictions in West Bengal was extended till August 30 with relaxations in the curbs during the night hours, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee announced on Thursday. "So, we have decided to extend the ongoing COVID restrictions for 15 more days till August 30," she added. "We have decided a few relaxations -- such as full lockdown during the night …

Covid Restrictions in West Bengal: Here's What New Lockdown Guidelines Allow
3 years, 4 months ago

Covid Restrictions in West Bengal: Here's What New Lockdown Guidelines Allow

News 18  

The COVID-related restrictions in West Bengal were extended till August 30 with relaxations in the curbs during the night hours, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee announced on Thursday. “So, we have decided to extend the ongoing COVID restrictions for 15 more days till August 30,” she added. Here are the latest West Bengal lockdown guidelines: – The night hours during which …

West Bengal govt extends lockdown till 15 July, restrictions ease - What’s allowed, what’s not
3 years, 5 months ago

West Bengal govt extends lockdown till 15 July, restrictions ease - What’s allowed, what’s not

Live Mint  

The West Bengal government on Monday extended the Covid-induced restrictions all across the state till 15 July in view of the ongoing situation. Private and government offices will open between 10-4 pm with 50% strength. Meanwhile, the state's coronavirus caseload mounted to 14,94,949 on Sunday as 1,836 more people tested positive for the killer virus, the West Bengal health department …

West Bengal extends Covid-19 restrictions till July 15 | What's open and what's shut
3 years, 5 months ago

West Bengal extends Covid-19 restrictions till July 15 | What's open and what's shut

India Today  

The West Bengal government on Monday announced the extension of Covid-related restrictions in the state till July 15 with some relaxations. The state government had earlier extended the restrictions till July 1. Here's what opens and what not in West Bengal - Saloon, gymnaisum and beauty parlour allowed with 50 percent staff and seating capacity - Private and government offices …

West Bengal limits vaccination drive to priority groups citing shortage in doses; All you need to know
3 years, 6 months ago

West Bengal limits vaccination drive to priority groups citing shortage in doses; All you need to know

Firstpost  

Priority groups include health workers and their families, transport, media professionals, sanitation workers and hawkers, among other The West Bengal government said it will limit the vaccination drive to priority groups among the 18-44 age group owing to a shortage of doses, on the day the Centre’s plan to provide free inoculation to all adults came into effect. What the …

Restaurants in Bengal Can Now Open For 3 Hours As Govt Eases Lockdown Norms
3 years, 6 months ago

Restaurants in Bengal Can Now Open For 3 Hours As Govt Eases Lockdown Norms

News 18  

With cases of Covid-19 showing a steady decline in West Bengal, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday announced that restaurants and eateries can open shops between 5 pm and 8 pm. Restaurants in the state will be allowed to remain open between 5 pm and 8 pm after all their staff gets vaccinated,” she said. Other relaxations include the opening …

West Bengal: Restaurants with vaccinated staff allowed to open from 5 to 8 pm amid Covid lockdown
3 years, 6 months ago

West Bengal: Restaurants with vaccinated staff allowed to open from 5 to 8 pm amid Covid lockdown

India Today  

After initial hesitation, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday agreed to allow restaurants in the state to operate between 5 and 8 pm during the Covid lockdown. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said her government is providing these relaxations to restaurant operators so they can conduct their business for a few hours daily in order to help the industry …

Coronavirus | COVID curbs extended till June 15 in West Bengal
3 years, 6 months ago

Coronavirus | COVID curbs extended till June 15 in West Bengal

The Hindu  

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday said the COVID-19 related restrictions in the State will be extended till June 15. The Chief Minister also announced that the State Board examinations for classes XII and X will be held in the last week of July and second week of August respectively. ‘Not a lockdown’ “The COVID situation has improved …

West Bengal extends Covid-19 restrictions till June 15
3 years, 6 months ago

West Bengal extends Covid-19 restrictions till June 15

India Today  

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday extended the ongoing Covid-19 restrictions till June 15. The West Bengal government had announced the existing restrictions for 15 days from May 16 following a huge surge in the number of coronavirus cases. West Bengal reported 16,225 Covid-19 cases on Wednesday, raising the tally to 13,18,203, a health department bulletin said. West …

Bengal’s villages hit harder by Covid-19 this time compared to cities
3 years, 7 months ago

Bengal’s villages hit harder by Covid-19 this time compared to cities

Hindustan Times  

West Bengal’s Bolpur block in Birbum district reported 15 Covid-19 cases in March. Birbhum reported an 11-fold increase in the daily count of Covid-19 cases compared to last year’s peak on Wednesday with 928 infections. On October 22, when West Bengal witnessed the peak of the first wave with 4,157 new cases, Nadia, another district in south Bengal, reported under …

Covid-19 protocols violated as early trends trigger celebrations in Bengal
3 years, 7 months ago

Covid-19 protocols violated as early trends trigger celebrations in Bengal

Hindustan Times  

Trinamool Congress workers and supporters gathered outside counting centres and on roads, as they played with colour, danced to beating drums and blew trumpets in violation of the Covid-19 norms as the party appeared set to return to power for a third straight time in West Bengal. The Election Commission of India on Saturday said it has taken measures to …

Lockdown-like Covid curbs in Bengal; malls, restaurants, gyms shut till further orders
3 years, 7 months ago

Lockdown-like Covid curbs in Bengal; malls, restaurants, gyms shut till further orders

India Today  

The West Bengal government, in an order on Friday, ordered the closure of all shopping complexes/malls, beauty parlours, cinema halls, restaurants, bars, sports complexes, gyms, spas, and swimming pools till further orders. According to the government order, all activities related to electoral counting processes and victory rallies/processions will be guided as per the latest order issued by the Election Commission …

Kolkata Airport Makes Covid-19 Negative Report Mandatory for Passengers from These Four States
3 years, 8 months ago

Kolkata Airport Makes Covid-19 Negative Report Mandatory for Passengers from These Four States

News 18  

The West Bengal government, in its latest guidelines issued on Wednesday, made negative RT-PCR Covid-19 test report mandatory for all passengers travelling from four states – Maharashtra, Karnataka, Kerala and Telangana. “As per state govt guidelines passengers coming to #KolkataAirport from Maharashtra, Karnataka, Kerala & Telangana must carry RT PCR negative test report conducted within 72 hours before departure,” the …

Bengal records 4,511 new COVID cases, highest one-day spike since pandemic began
3 years, 8 months ago

Bengal records 4,511 new COVID cases, highest one-day spike since pandemic began

India TV News  

West Bengal on Monday registered 4,511 fresh COVID-19 cases, the highest single-day spike since the pandemic started last year, pushing the state's tally to 6,19,407, the state health department said in a bulletin. South 24 Parganas district registered two deaths while Paschim Bardhaman and Paschim Medinipur recorded one fatality each, the bulletin said. On Monday, at least 2,32,734 people were …

As COVID-19 spikes, Jharkhand govt bans celebrations, congregation at public places
3 years, 8 months ago

As COVID-19 spikes, Jharkhand govt bans celebrations, congregation at public places

India TV News  

Ahead of festivals, the Jharkhand government has issued guidelines and prohibits celebrations of Holi, Shab-e-Barat, Navratri, Ramnavami, and Easter at public places to curb the spread of COVID-19 in the state. In a letter, the Chief Secretary of the state Sukhdev Singh on Friday said: "All celebrations and congregations at public places during festivals like Holi, Sarhul, Shab-e-Barat, Navratri, Ramnavami, …

West Bengal government holiday list 2021, check here
3 years, 10 months ago

West Bengal government holiday list 2021, check here

India Today  

West Bengal government holiday list 2021: Here is a list of government holidays in 2021 in West Bengal. There are some holidays that are specific only to the state of West Bengal and only observed in the state. India celebrates three national holidays every year; in January, we celebrate Republic Day to honor the creation of our constitution. West Bengal …

Strict Measures in Place in Karnataka for New Year Celebrations Amid Covid-19 Pandemic
3 years, 11 months ago

Strict Measures in Place in Karnataka for New Year Celebrations Amid Covid-19 Pandemic

News 18  

Strict measures will be in place in the City and across Karnataka to restrict gathering of large number of people for New Year celebrations in view of the prevailing COVID-19 pandemic situation, Home Minister Basavaraj Bommai said here on Wednesday. The government, through guidelines and orders, has prohibited parties, special DJ dance programmes and special events at clubs, pubs, restaurants …

Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan restrict New Year celebrations amid Covid-19
4 years ago

Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan restrict New Year celebrations amid Covid-19

Hindustan Times  

The Tamil Nadu and Rajasthan governments on Monday announced restrictions due to the Covid-19 pandemic, and curtailed New Year celebrations on December 31 and January 1, 2021. These are places where a large number of people usually gather to ring in the New Year and are seen cutting cakes on beaches in coastal districts including Chennai. As of December 21, …

West Bengal: Restrained Durga Puja celebrations
4 years, 1 month ago

West Bengal: Restrained Durga Puja celebrations

The Hindu  

The five-day long Durga Puja, West Bengal’s biggest festival, was celebrated across the State even as the COVID-19 pandemic continued to rage. Because the numbers were less than what we initially thought they would be, the spike in the number of cases after the festivities is not expected to be as much as we had feared earlier.” On October 16, …

'Lip-service Won't Suffice': Bengal Doctors' Forum Asks CM Mamata for Covid-19 Curbs Against Firecrackers on Diwali
4 years, 1 month ago

'Lip-service Won't Suffice': Bengal Doctors' Forum Asks CM Mamata for Covid-19 Curbs Against Firecrackers on Diwali

News 18  

The West Bengal Doctors’ Forum, in a letter to Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, has raised serious concerns over a possible spike in Covid-19 cases in the state due to firecrackers during Diwali. Dr Koushik Chaki, the Secretary of WBDF, said, “Yes, as far as West Bengal is concerned, I can say that the state government has asked for the list …

Covid-19 Cases Spike, Violence on Frontline Workers: Bengal Doctors Want You to Stay Home This Durga Puja
4 years, 2 months ago

Covid-19 Cases Spike, Violence on Frontline Workers: Bengal Doctors Want You to Stay Home This Durga Puja

News 18  

With Durga Puja around the corner, the situation in West Bengal remains tense as health experts have warned that the festive season could result in a “tsunami of coronavirus infections”. Joint Platform of Doctors West Bengal, an association representing multiple platforms for medical workers in the state, has started a petition on Change.org urging Banerjee to impose stricter restrictions during …

West Bengal Extends Lockdown Containment Zones till Sept 30; Metro Services, Bars to Reopen
4 years, 3 months ago

West Bengal Extends Lockdown Containment Zones till Sept 30; Metro Services, Bars to Reopen

News 18  

Complete lockdown will be imposed across West Bengal on September 7, 11 and 12 to contain the spread of COVID-19, Chief Secretary Rajiva Sinha said on Monday. The state government had earlier announced these dates for complete lockdown in September, but the Centre, in its Unlock 4 guidelines issued recently, had made it clear that states cannot enforce local lockdown …

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