
Omicron threat: guidelines soon for travellers coming in
The Hindu
Framework prepared, nod expected shortly: Health Director
The Union Territory will shortly issue guidelines for travellers coming into Puducherry in the wake of a global alert on the emergence of the Omicron coronavirus variant. As of now, two out of three travellers from Africa, have been placed under observation.
Officials who briefed Lt. Governor Tamilisai Soundararajan during a Covid Task Force meeting at the Raj Nivas, said that while one person was in Reddiarpalayam and the other in Karikkalampakkam, the third person was yet to complete quarantine.
The travellers reached Puducherry about a week ago.

The Union Home Ministry has announced a major policy shift for ex-Agniveers, raising their reservation in Group C posts of the Central Armed Police Forces from 10% to 50%, starting with the Border Security Force. Ex-Agniveers are exempt from physical tests but must clear written exams, with a minimum qualification of Class 10 pass. The move aims to provide stable government jobs for Agniveers retiring in 2026, sparking debate on its impact on other candidates.












