Haryana govt shuts cinema halls, swimming pools in Gurugram and 4 other districts

Telangana Govt prohibits rallies, public meetings, and mass gatherings of all types; to strictly enforce fine of Rs 1,000 for not wearing of mask in public spaces.

Haryana govt closes cinema halls, sports complexes, swimming pools, and entertainment parks in Gurugram, Faridabad, three other districts; govt & private offices to function with 50% staff attendance till January 12. 

#Omicron: Haryana Govt closes cinema halls, sports complexes, swimming pools, and entertainment parks in Gurugram, Faridabad & three other districts; govt & private offices to function with 50% staff attendance

Restrictions to remain in effect till January 12 pic.twitter.com/ILREGZgFn1

— ANI (@ANI) January 1, 2022

Two weekly markets closed in Karawal Nagar area of North East Delhi for COVID rules violation.

Two weekly markets closed in Karawal Nagar area of North East Delhi for COVID rules violation pic.twitter.com/ZqOHlXfmUs

— ANI (@ANI) January 1, 2022

Jammu and Kashmir government constitutes a high-level committee to investigate the Vaishno Devi shrine stampede, to submit its report within a week.

Jammu and Kashmir Govt constitutes a high-level committee comprising Principal Secretary (Home), ADG of Police (Jammu), and Divisional Commissioner, Jammu to investigate the Vaishno Devi shrine stampede, to submit its report within a week pic.twitter.com/NTfU1g7uci

— ANI (@ANI) January 1, 2022

J&K: A terrorist in Kupwara was killed when he was trying to infiltrate into Indian territory from across the border, as per Army sources.
 

Four cases of Omicron variant of coronavirus confirmed in Uttarakhand: State Health Department
 

Union Minister Jitendra Singh inspects Vaishno Devi Bhawan stampede site with DGP Dilbag Singh in Katra.

J&K | Union Minister Jitendra Singh inspects Vaishno Devi Bhawan stampede site with DGP Dilbag Singh in Katra

"We'll now hold discussions in Katra with the Vaishno Devi trust officials. We have to limit the number of devotees going for the yatra & ask them to cooperate," he says pic.twitter.com/NRwjPuvz2G

— ANI (@ANI) January 1, 2022

On the basis of the viral video clip, two more names, Sagar Sindhu Maharaj & Yati Narsinghanand Giri, have been added to the FIR in the Dharma Sansad hate speech case, said Uttarakhand DGP Ashok Kumar.

GST revenue collection in December 2021 at over Rs 1.29 lakh crore: Finance Minister

Over Rs 1.8 lakh crore has been transferred directly to accounts of farmers under PM-KISAN scheme.

India supplied the next batch of humanitarian assistance consisting of 500,000 doses of COVID vaccine (COVAXIN) to Afghanistan on Saturday, said MEA in a statement.

Another batch of additional 500,000 doses would be supplied in the coming weeks.

Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar expressed grief over a landslide incident in Haryana's Bhiwani.

Saddened by the unfortunate landslide accident in Dadam mining zone at Bhiwani. I am in constant touch with the local administration to ensure swift rescue operations and immediate assistance to the injured.

— Manohar Lal (@mlkhattar) January 1, 2022

"Saddened by the unfortunate landslide accident in Dadam mining zone at Bhiwani. I am in constant touch with the local administration to ensure swift rescue operations and immediate assistance to the injured," he tweeted.

Haryana Agriculture Minister JP Dalal reached the spot of landslide

Some people have died. I cannot provide the exact figures as of now. A team of doctors has arrived. We will try to save as many people as possible: JP Dalal.

Haryana Agriculture Minister JP Dalal reaches the spot of landslide

Some people have died. I cannot provide the exact figures as of now. A team of doctors has arrived. We will try to save as many people as possible: JP Dalal pic.twitter.com/PGbxZiucH4

— ANI (@ANI) January 1, 2022

An incident of a landslide has been reported in a mining quarry took place in Haryana's Bhiwani.

Incident of a landslide in a mining quarry took place in Haryana's Bhiwani pic.twitter.com/d7d382RxrC

— ANI (@ANI) January 1, 2022

The Centre has called for early release and repatriation of civilian prisoners, missing Indian defence personnel and fishermen, along with their boats, from Pakistan's custody: Ministry of External Affairs

India handed over lists of 282 Pakistan civilian prisoners and 73 fishermen in India's custody to Pakistan while Pakistan has shared lists of 51 civilian prisoners and 577 fishermen in its custody, who are Indians or are believed to be Indians: MEA

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday released the 10th instalment of financial benefit under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme via video conferencing.

Watch live here:

PM Shri @narendramodi releases 10th instalment of financial benefit under #PMKisan. https://t.co/3ul7xgixVm

— BJP (@BJP4India) January 1, 2022

Three dead and five injured in a fire incident at a cracker manufacturing factory near Virudhunagar District said the Meghanatha Reddy District Collector.

J&K DGP Dilbagh Singh visited the victims at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Narayana Superspeciality Hospital after the stampede.

J&K DGP Dilbagh Singh reaches Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Narayana Superspeciality Hospital where injured people were admitted following stampede incident in Katra pic.twitter.com/cjOtv8bqHC

— ANI (@ANI) January 1, 2022

15 injured people were brought to the hospital. 4 are admitted to ICU. 11 people were stable, out of which 3-4 people were discharged after first aid. Around 5 are still under treatment" Dr JP Singh, Neurosurgeon, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Narayana Superspeciality Hospital said in a statement.

The proposed study visit of department-related Parliamentary Standing Committee on Home Affairs to Hyderabad and Goa from January 7-11 has been postponed due to a rise in COVID cases in the country, said the official letter.

Devotees take a holy dip in 'Sarovar' at Golden Temple in Amritsar and offer prayers on the first day of the year 2022.

Punjab | Devotees take a holy dip in 'Sarovar' at Golden Temple in Amritsar and offer prayers on the first day of the year 2022 pic.twitter.com/U39dD4XSzd

— ANI (@ANI) January 1, 2022

Heavy rainfall has caused waterlogging in several parts of Chennai. See visuals.

Tamil Nadu | Heavy rainfall has caused waterlogging in several parts of Chennai pic.twitter.com/8LKIsmJpKB

— ANI (@ANI) January 1, 2022

A total of 10 ministers and over 20 MLA's have tested positive for COVID19 in Maharashtra, said, Deputy CM Ajit Pawar

Shri Mata Vaishno Devi released a statement on Saturday on the stampede incident.

"At around 2:15 am, an unfortunate stampede happened near gate no. 3 at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Bhawan. Rescue & evacuation operations were immediately launched by the Shrine Board authorities, District Admin & Police," said the board.

"12 pilgrims lost their lives & 15 pilgrims got injured in the incident. Govt has ordered a high-level probe into the incident by a three-member team headed by the Principal Secretary Home, ADGP Jammu Zone & Divisional Commissioner Jammu," the statement read.

Virender Singh Pathania received Guard of Honour on taking over as the Director-General of Coast Guard.

Virender Singh Pathania received Guard of Honour on taking over as the Director-General of Coast Guard https://t.co/CTZRzghYCJ pic.twitter.com/t8GBZaeWJm

— ANI (@ANI) January 1, 2022

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday expressed grief over the loss of lives in a stampede at the Mata Vaishno Devi Bhawan in Katra.

Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board has set up helplines for people following the stampede. 

The emergency assistance numbers are 01991234804 and 01991234053.

The helplines established by the District Administration are PCR Katra 01991-232010/ 9419145182, PCR Reasi 01991245076/ 9622856295; DC Reasi Control Room 01991-245763/ 9419839557.

1,431 cases of Omicron variant of coronavirus detected across 23 states, Union Territories so far, informed the Union Health Ministry on Saturday.

Vaishno Devi yatra resumes following a brief suspension after 12 people lost their lives in a stampede incident in Katra.

President Ram Nath Kovind on Saturday expressed grief over the stampede incident at Jammu's Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine.

Very distressed to know that an unfortunate stampede claimed lives of devotees at Mata Vaishno Devi Bhavan. My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families. I wish speedy recovery to those injured.

— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) January 1, 2022

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is monitoring the situation following a stampede at the Mata Vaishno Devi in Katra, Jammu, said MoS Home Nityanand Rai.

Registration at Mata Vaishno Devi Bhawan in Katra resumes after the stampede incident.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh expressed condolences over the tragic incident of the stampede at Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine.

The tragedy due to a stampede at Mata Vaishno Bhawan is heart-wrenching. Anguished by the loss of lives due to it. My condolences to the bereaved families in this sad hour. Praying for the speedy recovery of the injured.

— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) January 1, 2022

Union Minister Jitendra Singh is set to visit Katra on Saturday to take stock of the situation after the stampede incident.

I’m immediately rushing to #Katra to take stock of the situation arising out of the tragedy at Mata #VaishnoDevi Shrine. I look forward to have a detailed discussion with the administration and report it back to Hon’ble PM Sh @NarendraModi.

— Dr Jitendra Singh (@DrJitendraSingh) January 1, 2022

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday condoled the deaths in the stampede incident at Vaishno Devi Shrine.

माता वैष्णो देवी मंदिर में हुई दुखद दुर्घटना से हृदय अत्यंत व्यथित है। इस संबंध में मैंने J&K के उपराज्यपाल श्री मनोज सिन्हा जी से बात की है। प्रशासन घायलों को उपचार पहुँचाने के लिए निरंतर कार्यरत है। इस हादसे में जान गँवाने वाले लोगों के परिजनों के प्रति संवेदना व्यक्त करता हूँ।

— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) January 1, 2022

At least 12 people were killed, 20 injured in stampede at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi shrine in Jammu and Kashmir on New Year's Day, said officials

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday announced an ex-gratia amount of Rs 2 lakh each for the families of those who lost their lives in Jammu's Mata Vaishno Devi shrine stampede.

Extremely saddened by the loss of lives due to a stampede at Mata Vaishno Devi Bhawan. Condolences to the bereaved families. May the injured recover soon. Spoke to JK LG Shri @manojsinha_ Ji, Ministers Shri @DrJitendraSingh Ji, @nityanandraibjp Ji and took stock of the situation.

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 1, 2022

Jammu and Kashmir LG Manoj Sinha announced an ex-gratia of Rs 10 lakh for the next of kin of those who died in the stampede at Mata Vaishno Devi Bhawan in Katra; Rs 2 lakh for the injured.