Karnataka mulls COVID lockdown extension; no decision yet
The Karnataka government had initially announced 14 days close down from April 27, but subsequently imposed a complete lockdown from May 10 to May 24, as the cases continued to spike
PTI | May 17, 2021 | Updated 18:38 IST
Karnataka Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa
Discussions are on regarding extending the lockdown in Karnataka, but no decision has been taken yet on the matter, Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa said on Monday, as the State battles the second wave of COVID-19. I m discussing it, will let you know..no decision has been taken yet., Yediyurappa told reporters in response to a question on extending the lockdown and announcing a package.
I m discussing it, will let you know..no decision has been taken yet., B S Yediyurappa told reporters in response to a question on extending the lockdown and announcing a package. (TOI)
BENGALURU: Discussions are on regarding extending the lockdown in Karnataka, but no decision has been taken yet on the matter, Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa said on Monday, as the State battles the second wave of Covid-19. I m discussing it, will let you know..no decision has been taken yet., Yediyurappa told reporters in response to a question on extending the lockdown and announcing a package.
Though the state is currently under complete lockdown till May 24, several leaders, including ministers, have expressed themselves in favour of extending it.
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Though the state is currently under complete lockdown till May 24, several leaders, including ministers, have expressed themselves in favour of extending it.
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BENGALURU: Discussions are on regarding extending the lockdown in Karnataka, but no decision has been taken yet on the matter, Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa said on Monday, as the State battles the second wave of COVID-19. I m discussing it, will let you know. no decision has been taken yet, Yediyurappa told reporters in response to a question on extending the lockdown and announcing a package.
The government is all set to introduce five Bill s in the Lok Sabha on Monday and move another Bill for passage. Besides, External Affairs Minister S.Jaishankar is to make a statement regarding recent developments pertaining to the welfare of Indians living abroad, Non-Resident Indians (NRIS) and Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) in the Covid-19 situation. The revised list of Business of the Lower House also mentions discussions and voting on Demands for Grants under the Control of Ministry of Railways 2021-22, Ministry of Education 2021-22, and Ministry of Health and Family Welfare 2021-22. Among the Bill s to be introduced include the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (Amendment) Bill, 2021 which is slated to be moved by Home Minister Amit Shah to amend the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi Act, 1991.
After a week-long logjam in the House, the functioning of the Lok Sabha on Monday was quite smooth, giving opportunity to the government in introducing five Bills which include one that ensures better protection to the children.Among the Bill s .