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Samples of 6 international fliers who tested Covid positive sent for genome sequencing

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Samples of 6 international fliers who tested Covid positive sent for genome sequencing

When arriving at airports across the country on December 1, the first day of the implementation of the center’s revised Covid guidelines, 6 of the 3,476 passengers from so-called high-risk countries tested positive for Coronavirus Disease (Covid-19) According to the government statement, test. The samples of all six people have been sent to whole genome sequencing to confirm the strains. Passengers came from 11 flights that landed between 12 am and 4 pm on December 1. They all performed RT-PCR tests.

Due to concerns about the new SARS-CoV-2 strain (known as Omicron) that caused Covid-19, new and stricter testing protocols have been implemented.

“The samples of COVID19-positive passengers were sent to INSACOG laboratories for whole-genome sequencing. The Indian government continues to track the changing situation and supports the states/UTs to fight the pandemic through the entire government,” the statement added. It did not provide detailed information on the arrival of the six people at the airport, nor did it provide the country from which they came.

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On Sunday, the Federal Ministry of Health and Family Welfare revised its travel guidelines for international travelers arriving in India, requiring all travelers from high-risk countries to undergo RT-PCR testing, regardless of their Covid-19 vaccination status. The list of risky countries includes the United Kingdom, all European countries, South Africa, Brazil, Botswana, China, Mauritius, New Zealand, Zimbabwe, Singapore, Hong Kong and Israel.

Even passengers who test negative must be quarantined at home for a week and tested again on the eighth day. The early travel guide issued on November 11 this year exempted passengers who had been vaccinated from testing.

According to WHO, Omicron or the B.1.1.529 variant has a large number of mutations, some of which are worrying. Preliminary evidence suggests that this variant has an increased risk of re-infection compared with other VOCs. According to the guidelines, airport health authorities will also conduct random RT-PCR testing on arrival of 5% of passengers from countries/regions that do not include “at-risk” countries. .

Currently, 11 countries in India are on the “dangerous” list, and travelers from these countries will have to take additional measures.

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DTC to start electric buses from 3 Delhi ISBTs to Noida airport by May end

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DTC to start electric buses from 3 Delhi ISBTs to Noida airport by May end

The buses will start and currently serve Greater Noida and Jewar, even though the airport is probably not going to be operational by May By the end of May, the Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) plans to begin operating electric buses from the Capital to the soon-to-be Noida International Airport (NIA) in Jewar, according to officials. The buses will begin at.

Delhi’s three Inter State Bus Terminals (ISBTs) — Maharana Pratap ISBT at Kashmere Gate, Swami Vivekanand ISBT at Anand Vihar, and Veer Hakikat Rai ISBT at Sarai Kale Khan — and currently serve Greater Noida and Jewar, even though the airport is probably not going to meet the May deadline to be operational The Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) is set to launch.

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Electric bus services connecting Delhi’s Inter-State Bus Terminals (ISBTs) to the upcoming Noida International Airport (NIA) in Jewar by the end of May 2025. This initiative aims to enhance connectivity between the national capital and the new airport, providing a March 2025, DTC and NIA signed operate thesesustainable and efficient mode transportation for.

Key Features of the Service

  • Routes and Terminals: The electric buses will operate from three major ISBTs in Delhi: Maharana Pratap ISBT at Kashmere Gate, Swami Vivekanand ISBT at Anand Vihar, and Veer Hakikat Rai ISBT at Sarai Kale Khan. Initially, these buses will serve areas in Greater Noida and Jewar, catering to the March 2025, DTC and NIA signed an MoU to operate these demand for public transport in these regions.
  • Memorandum of Understanding (MoU): In March 2025, DTC and NIA signed an MoU to operate these bus services, formalizing the collaboration between the two entities The fleet will consist of air-conditioned, low-floor electric buses equipped with modern amenities, including GPS tracking, CCTV cameras, panic buttons, and broad aisle spaces to accommodate luggage. These features aim to ensure.
  • Commuters passenger safety and comfort during transit While the exact fare amounts are yet to be finalized, discussions are ongoing in consultation with the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (Yeida), which manages the Jewar area. The authorities aim to establish a cost-effective fare structure for commuters The bus services will initially be deployed on a pilot basis. Depending demand.

Additional Considerations

  • Infrastructure Development: A four-kilometer stretch of road that will be part of the bus route is not fully developed yet. DTC has reached out to Yeida to ascertain the usability and development timeline of this segment to ensure seamless operations. and passenger feedback, routes may be adjusted, and the number of buses increased to better serve commuters this, the bus services will begin as scheduled.
  • Airport Operational Timeline: Although the NIA was expected to commence operations by mid-May 2025, it is likely to miss this deadline due to ongoing construction work. Despite this, the bus services will begin as scheduled, providing connectivity to the surrounding areas in the interim providing connectivity to the surrounding areas in the interi This initiative reflects DTC’s commitment to.
  • Enhancing public transportation infrastructure and promoting eco-friendly travel options in the National Capital Region. By introducing electric buses on this route, the corporation aims to offer a reliable and sustainable alternative for commuters traveling between Delhi and the upcoming Noida International The Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) is set to commence electric bus services.
  • connecting Delhi’s Inter-State Bus Terminals (ISBTs) to the upcoming Noida International Airport (NIA) in Jewar by the end of May 2025. This initiative aims to provide eco-friendly and convenient transportation options for commuters traveling between Delhi and the new airport NIA was expected to commence.
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