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Amid worsening air quality, central govt employees body seek WFH, staggered working hours

New Delhi, Nov 18 (PTI) Highlighting the alarming deterioration in Delhi’s air quality, a body representing the Central Secretariat Service (CSS) officers on Monday demanded work-from-home, staggered working hours and air purifiers in all office buildings to mitigate the health impact of the severe pollution levels. In a letter to the Secretary of the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), the association said that poor air quality has also had a noticeable effect on workplace productivity with employees experiencing symptoms such as respiratory issues, eye irritation, fatigue and general discomfort. “It has become imperative to take urgent measures to ensure

How to choose the best your heart heath test?

Here’s the guide to finding the best test for your heart heath test, and how to get its accurate result. Around 30% of adults in India have high blood pressure (hypertension), increasing their risk of heart attack or stroke. A significant portion of the Indian population suffers from undiagnosed high blood pressure. This is because there are usually no symptoms. If your doctor think you may be at risk, your blood pressure is suspected of having a heart issue, your doctor may order a test. But what’s it purpose and what should you expect? Electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG): Measures the

FM Sitharaman responds to X user seeking relief for middle class

New Delhi, Nov 17 (PTI) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday responded to an X user seeking tax relief for the middle class, saying the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government attends to people’s concerns. “PM @narendramodi’s government is a responsive government. Listens and attends to people’s voices. Thanks once again for your understanding. Your input is valuable,” Sitharaman replied to the user on X. The user had posted: “I humbly request you to consider providing some relief for the middle class. I understand the immense challenges involved, but it’s just a heartfelt request.” Sitharaman also said, “I recognise and appreciate

DU, JNU, Jamia teachers, students protest termination of Ambedkar University Delhi professors

New Delhi, Nov 17 (PTI) The teachers and students from various universities gathered here on Sunday to express solidarity with professors Salil Mishra and Asmita Kabra, protesting their termination from Ambedkar University Delhi (AUD). The protestors called the action an attack on academic freedom and demanded their immediate reinstatement. Mishra and Kabra were dismissed on November 5 by AUD’s Board of Management (BoM) over alleged procedural lapses in the regularisation of 38 non-teaching staff in 2018. The decision has sparked widespread criticism, with many pointing out that Dr G.S. Patnaik committee had earlier cleared them of wrongdoing. “Dr G.S. Patnaik

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