Summary:
Kolkata, Sep 17 (PTI) Following are the top stories of the Eastern Region at 5 pm.
CAL 1 OD-MINERAL EXPLORATION Need for increase in mineral exploration activities in eastern states, says Centre Bhubaneswar: The Centre has urged Odisha and its neighbouring states to explore untapped mineral resources in order to cater to rising demand and reduce import bills.
CAL 2 AS-STUDENT-SHORTS-ROW Big storm over short pants Guwahati: A 19-year-old girl appearing for an examination in Assam was made to wrap a curtain around her legs by an invigilator who chafed at her wearing shorts, provoking outrage and allegations of gender bias, and prompting university authorities to order an inquiry.
CES 1 MZ-VIRUS-CASES Mizoram reports 1,121 new COVID-19 cases, 3 more fatalities Aizawl: Mizoram"s COVID-19 tally rose to 76,591 on Friday as the state registered 1,121 new cases, 281 less than the previous day, an official statement said.
CES 2 AR-VIRUS COVID-19 recoveries outpace fresh cases in Arunachal Itanagar: Single-day recoveries outnumbered fresh COVID-19 cases in Arunachal Pradesh, with 56 more patients recuperating as against 47 new infections, a health department official said on Friday.
CES 4 OD-VIRUS-CASES Khurda, Cuttack account for over 57 pc of 628 new COVID-19 cases in Odisha Bhubaneswar: Khurda and Cuttack districts accounted for over 57 per cent of the 628 new COVID-19 cases detected in Odisha on Friday, a health official said.