Number of RT-PCR tests doubled
The Hindu
‘Move to identify the prevalence of infection among the public’
Madurai The district health department has nearly doubled the number of RT-PCR tests conducted in the district to 10,000, in the wake of rising COVID-19 positive cases in the district. The data obtained from the health department showed that until April 21, the district was conducting an average of 5,000 PT-PCR tests every day. The number of tests taken every day was gradually increased and on Thursday a total of 10,279 tests were conducted.
Tiruvallur’s Karveti Nagar Raja Bungalow to be restored as a heritage tourism site with a ₹4.5 crore investment.
Rail users urge increased train frequency between Varanasi and Tamil Nadu to accommodate rising spiritual tourism and pilgrim traffic.
Raghu Vamsi Aerospace Group launches a ₹100 crore facility, unveiling six UAVs and autonomous defence products in Hyderabad.
AP-Genco MD S. Nagalakshmi launches National Energy Conservation Week-2025, promoting sustainability and energy efficiency across Andhra Pradesh.
G.K. Mani expresses willingness to leave PMK if Anbumani and Ramadoss reconcile, denying accusations of disloyalty.
The Greater Bengaluru Authority has set a target of administering pulse polio drops to over 11.34 lakh children under the age of five during the National Pulse Polio Campaign scheduled from December 21 to 24, GBA Chief Commissioner M. Maheshwar Rao said
A bronze statue of Atal Bihari Vajpayee was unveiled in Nellore to honour his centenary and contributions to India.
Chandrababu Naidu launches ‘A Tale of Two States,’ exploring the history of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana's political journey.
Tirupati enforces mandatory helmets for motorcyclists with a 'No Helmet – No Petrol' rule to enhance road safety.
He was born in Mahe in 1930
SWR enhances Bengaluru railway stations with ride-booking kiosks and global food chains for improved passenger convenience and experience.
Southern Railways to operate special trains between Hyderabad and Mangaluru to accommodate increased passenger demand during the festival.
Home Minister Vangalapudi Anitha offers prayers at Eluru's Padamara Veedhi Ganganamma Jatara, accompanied by local officials and family.