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Zooming through <keyword id="41531" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="space" source="Orion">space</keyword> at a velocity three times faster than the legendary SR-71 <keyword id="1233908" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="blackbird" source="Orion">Blackbird</keyword>, which held the title of the fastest manned aircraft, is an experience that can feel surreal. Retired pilots have described looking up at the sky, witnessing stars and the <keyword id="24879" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="sun" source="Orion">Sun</keyword> racing past in an almost otherworldly manner, with the only sensation of speed being the rapid movement of the craft’s gauges. However, the SR-71's remarkable speed maxes out at 3,540 kilometres per hour. Can you fathom hurtling through space at a speed nearly 180 times greater? For the <keyword id="4598389" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="parker-solar-probe" source="Orion">Parker Solar Probe</keyword>, a <keyword id="6360409" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="nasa" source="Orion">NASA</keyword> spacecraft launched in 2018 with a mission to study the Sun, this is everyday life. Recently, though, the probe took it up a notch, darting through the vastness of space and around the Sun at an astonishing 635,266 kilometres per hour, clinching the title of the fastest human-made object ever! At such incredible speeds, the probe could complete roughly 15 circumnavigations of the <keyword id="6359982" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="earth" source="Orion">Earth</keyword> in just an hour and traverse the entire length of India, stretching 3,214 kilometres, in under half a minute. This record-breaking achievement occurred during the probe's 17th orbit around the Sun as part of its quest to investigate the solar <keyword id="224944" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="corona" source="Orion">corona</keyword>'s environment, only three years after its previous speed record of 586,863 kph. It's worth noting that Parker Solar Probe achieves these feats without artificial propulsion. Following its initial launch, the probe follows a precisely planned orbit around the Sun. It gradually moves closer under the influence of the Sun's gravitational pull, spiralling inwards at ever-increasing speeds. By 2025, it will be racing at approximately 690,000 kph, which corresponds to around 0.064% of the speed of light. On its 24th and final orbit, the Solar probe is expected to approach close enough to essentially "plunge" into the Sun. This offers seven more orbits' worth of opportunities to gather valuable data about our central star. Notably, it is the closest we've ever dispatched a spacecraft to the Sun, hovering just 7.26 million kilometres above the seething ocean of plasma that makes up the Sun's surface. Our knowledge of the Sun is extensive, but every piece of information we collect is pivotal, aiding us not only in comprehending its behaviour but also in predicting how its activities influence our planet. After decoding the enigmatic lightning on Venus, the Parker Solar Probe is poised to delve further into understanding the flow of energy in the solar corona, solar winds, the Sun's magnetism, and various other aspects as it continues its spiral orbit around our fiery celestial neighbour.

NASA’s Parker Solar Probe becomes the fastest artificial object ever, 180 times faster than our fastest plane!

Researchers from the <keyword id="22456634" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Botanical-Survey-of-India" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="Botanical Survey of India" meta.hostid="261" meta.entityid="Botanical Survey of India">Botanical Survey of India</keyword> (BSI) have discovered a <keyword id="22456632" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="new-plant-species" source="keywords">new plant species</keyword> from a wildlife sanctuary in <keyword id="19915575" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Arunachal-Pradesh" source="keywords">Arunachal Pradesh</keyword>, officials said. '<keyword id="22456633" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Phlogacanthus-Sudhansusekharii" source="keywords">Phlogacanthus Sudhansusekharii</keyword>', the plant species recently discovered from <keyword id="19949553" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Itanagar" source="keywords">Itanagar</keyword> Wildlife Sanctuary in Papum Pare district, belongs to the family 'Acanthaceae' and the 'Phlogacanthus' genus, they said. The species is named to honor Dr Sudhansu Sekhar Dash, a scientist at the BSI, for his "significant contribution" to plant and ecological research in the Indian Himalayan region, the BSI officials said. The detailed research paper on the new species has been published by the authors Samrat Goswami and Rohan Maity in the Indian Journal of Forestry. The genus 'Phlogacanthus' comprises 13 species in India and is spread over mainly the northeastern and eastern Himalayan states, they said. "The newly described species is closely allied to Phlogacanthus Guttatus (Wall) Nees, but differ in various morphological characters, mainly in its shape and size of calyx, staminodes and strikingly different corona colour," a BSI official said. Chief Minister Pema Khandu has expressed delight over the development. "The biodiversity of Arunachal Pradesh is wide &amp; varied. In addition to the findings of new flora, researchers from @bsi_moefcc have identified a new plant species, named Phlogacanthus sudhansusekharii, in the Itanagar Wildlife Sanctuary," Khandu said in a post in X. "This discovery reminds us of our rich natural heritage &amp; our responsibility to preserve it for future generations," he added. SEE ALSO:<a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/webstories/samsung-galaxy-m35-5g-with-6000mah-battery-launched-in-india-starting-at-16999/slidelist/111806447.cms" target="_blank"></a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/webstories/samsung-galaxy-m35-5g-with-6000mah-battery-launched-in-india-starting-at-16999/slidelist/111806447.cms" target="_blank">Samsung Galaxy M35 5G with 6,000mAh battery launched in India starting at ₹19,999</a><a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/webstories/oneplus-nord-4-vs-realme-gt-6t-which-mid-range-phone-should-you-buy-under-35000/slidelist/111803604.cms" target="_blank"></a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/webstories/oneplus-nord-4-vs-realme-gt-6t-which-mid-range-phone-should-you-buy-under-35000/slidelist/111803604.cms" target="_blank">OnePlus Nord 4 vs Realme GT 6T – which mid-range phone should you buy under ₹35,000?</a><a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/business/telecom/news/reliance-jio-and-airtel-added-3-45-million-subscribers-in-may-2024-while-vi-lost-nearly-a-million/articleshow/111800758.cms" target="_blank"></a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/business/telecom/news/reliance-jio-and-airtel-added-3-45-million-subscribers-in-may-2024-while-vi-lost-nearly-a-million/articleshow/111800758.cms" target="_blank">Reliance Jio and Airtel added 3.45 million subscribers in May 2024, while Vi lost nearly a million</a>

Scientists discover new plant species in Arunachal Pradesh

<keyword id="11907269" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="digilocker" source="Orion">Digilocker</keyword> documents such as the <keyword id="61610" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="pan" source="Orion">PAN</keyword> card, driving licence, vehicle registration certificate can now be easily accessed via <keyword id="13324969" type="General" weightage="80" keywordseo="mygov-helpdesk" source="Orion">MyGov Helpdesk</keyword> on <keyword id="790242" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="whatsapp" source="Orion">WhatsApp</keyword>, <keyword id="2445183" type="General" weightage="80" keywordseo="mygov" source="Orion">MyGov</keyword> announced on Monday. Citizens will now be able to create and authenticate their own Digilocker account on WhatsApp and download documents such as PAN card; driving licence; CBSE Class X passing certificate; vehicle registration certificate (RC); insurance policy - two wheeler; Class X and Class XII marksheets; and insurance policy document (life and non-life available on Digilocker), MyGov said in a statement. According to MyGov, the move will make "the government services accessible, inclusive, transparent and simple". WhatsApp users across the country can use the chatbot by simply sending 'Namaste' or 'Hi' or 'Digilocker' to the WhatsApp number +91 9013151515. "Offering Digilocker services on the MyGov Helpdesk is a natural progression and a step towards providing citizens with simplified access to essential services via WhatsApp's easy and accessible platform. With almost 100 million+ people already registered on Digilocker and 5 billion+ documents issued till date, we are confident that the service on WhatsApp will digitally empower millions by helping them access authentic documents and information, right from within their phones," said Abhishek Singh, CEO MyGov in the statement. "Equipping the MyGov Helpdesk with Digilocker services that can be accessed directly via WhatsApp, we want to unlock technology's potential to extend the benefits of essential services to citizens at scale, and this is a significant step towards scaling up the <keyword id="1929810" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="digital-india" source="Orion">Digital India</keyword> vision and a digitally empowered country," added Shivnath Thukral, Director - Public Policy, WhatsApp. Since its launch in March 2020, the MyGov Helpdesk (earlier known as <keyword id="8935942" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="mygov-corona-helpdesk" source="Orion">MyGov Corona Helpdesk</keyword>) on WhatsApp has served as a critical instrument in fighting the Covid-19 pandemic by offering people authentic sources of Covid-related information, along with critical uses like vaccine appointment bookings and vaccine certificate downloads. So far, over 80 million people have reached out to the helpdesk, over 33 million vaccine certificates have been downloaded, and millions of vaccination appointments have been booked across the country. With new additions like Digilocker, the MyGov chatbot on WhatsApp aims to build a comprehensive administrative support system for citizens to access resources and essential services that are digitally inclusive. SEE ALSO: <a target="_blank" class="c-link c-message_attachment__title_link" href="https://www.businessinsider.in/international/news/not-just-india-many-countries-are-protecting-their-wheat-to-keep-daily-bread-affordable/articleshow/91733019.cms">Not just India, many countries are protecting their wheat to keep daily bread, affordable</a> <a target="_blank" class="c-link c-message_attachment__title_link" href="https://www.businessinsider.in/india/news/chidambaram-triggers-state-vs-center-revenue-debate-after-govts-excise-cut-on-fuel/articleshow/91732927.cms">Chidambaram triggers state vs center revenue debate after govt's excise cut on fuel</a>

DigiLocker documents PAN card and driving license now accessible to WhatsApp users via MyGov Helpdesk

Dr <keyword id="225564" type="PERSON" weightage="20" keywordseo="Anthony-Fauci">Anthony Fauci</keyword>, chief medical advisor to President Joe Biden, said that India is going through a very terrible situation right now. "They've had yesterday the largest number of cases that has ever been reported by any country. They have a situation there where there are variants that have arisen. We have not yet fully characterised the variants and the relationship between the ability of the vaccines to protect but we're assuming clearly, that they need vaccines," he said. "The CDC is helping out by consulting with them as they have in other countries in which there are situations and giving technical assistance. But it is a dire situation that we're trying to help in any way we can we just have to see how things go. And obviously, they need to get their people vaccinated because that's the only way we're going to turn that around," Dr Fauci said. <keyword id="6356037" type="COMPANY" weightage="20" keywordseo="white-house">White House</keyword> COVID-19 Response Coordinator Jeff Zients said that the US has a longstanding commitment to India's public health and is working closely with them in the COVID-19 response. "This is a global pandemic and India demonstrates the risk of what can happen if we don't get the pandemic under control everywhere. It's why we made the biggest investment in COVAX and we are committed to sharing vaccine supply as our confidence around our supply increases, we will explore those options," Zients said. The US is working closely with India, at both political and expert level, to identify ways to help address the current COVID-19 crisis in the country, the White House said on Friday. White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki, at the daily news conference, said that the US offers its deepest sympathy to the people of India who are clearly suffering during this global pandemic. "We are working closely with Indian officials at both political and experts' level to identify ways to help address the crisis," Psaki said. "We've made vaccine cooperation a big priority, including with our Quad partners. India is one of our Quad partners, of course, in discussing vaccine creation and distribution for the future. We've also provided for a billion dollars to COVAX," she said in response to a question. "From the earliest stages of the pandemic, we've provided India with emergency relief supplies, medical consumables, pandemic training for Indian state and local health officials, and ventilators, which has been part of our effort over the course of time, including USD 1.4 billion in health assistance to India to help them prepare for pandemics in the future and deal with the current one we're facing," Psaki said. Responding to a question, Psaki said there are ongoing discussions. "I don't have anything more to preview, but we are in touch with them at a range of levels about how we can help them get through this period of time," Psaki said. India added a record over 3.32 lakh new coronavirus cases in a single day taking the country's tally to 1,62,63,695, while active cases crossed the 24-lakh mark, according to the Union Health Ministry data updated on Friday. The death toll increased to 1,86,920 with a record 2,263 new fatalities. The country recorded a single day rise of 3,32,730 new cases, the data updated at 8 am showed. SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/india/news/india-covid-19-first-wave-versus-second-wave/articleshow/82216963.cms">'We're in a much better situation' claims India's Principal Scientific Advisor as COVID-19 claims more lives than ever before</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/science/environment/news/worsening-air-quality-amid-the-surging-covid-19-cases-could-add-to-the-pressure-on-indias-healthcare-system/articleshow/82213498.cms">Air pollution is back with a vengeance as industries play catch up — and that could further worsen the COVID-19 pandemic</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/science/health/news/aiims-icmr-new-guidelines-for-treatment-of-covid-19-patients-with-moderate-case/articleshow/82211333.cms">Simplified: AIIMS, ICMR new guidelines for treatment of patients with ‘moderate’ case of COVID-19</a>

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New Delhi [India], March 6 (ANI): The Delhi All <keyword id="20858468" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="india-institute-of-medical-sciences" source="keywords">India Institute Of Medical Sciences</keyword> (<keyword id="19914075" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="aiims" source="keywords">AIIMS</keyword>) has said that the problem of poor eyesight in children has increased in the last 10 years. While earlier this problem was present in 13 to 15 per cent of children, it has increased to 20 to 25 per cent in the last 10 years. That means if there are 50 children in a classroom, then out of them there will be 15 to 20 children who require glasses. Dr <keyword id="20858465" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="rohit-saxena" source="keywords">Rohit Saxena</keyword>, professor of ophthalmology and pediatrics, <keyword id="20858467" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="rp-center" source="keywords">RP Center</keyword> at AIIMS, said that in earlier times, only 3 to 4 per cent of children required spectacles but now this number has increased. "Earlier, the problem of vision defects was seen in children 10 to 12 years of age. But now, at the age of 6 to 7 years, the eyesight of children has started deteriorating and they need to wear glasses," said the doctor. Not only this, but the doctor also said that even children under 4 years of age are facing the problem of myopia, or vision defect and the reason for its increase is the continuous use of gadgets like mobile phones, tablets, etc. in children. Children keep using mobile phones and other gadgets for many hours and parents do not interrupt them, Dr Rohit said, adding that before Corona, when parents used to come to us, they used to complain about television hours and ways to solve them. "But now parents say that he uses the phone only for 2 hours, which means that there has been a change in the mentality of the parents, which is affecting the eyesight of children," he added. Dr Rohit Saxena said that if children are studying online, then parents should ask them to study on a computer or laptop only and use smart screens for entertainment. "The distance should be equal to one hand and if the distance is greater than that, then it will also be fine," he added. Professor <keyword id="20858466" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="dr-saxena" source="keywords">Dr Saxena</keyword> of the RP Center said that in the last 30 years, the problem of poor eyesight in children has increased rapidly. In this regard, the countries of East Asia are at the forefront. This includes countries like China, Singapore, and Hong Kong. "In the countries of East Asia, 80 to 90 per cent of children suffer from visual impairment. Not only this, if we talk about <keyword id="19895063" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="india" source="keywords">India</keyword>, this problem is continuously increasing among children in India," said the doctor. "Especially earlier, we used to think that the problem of visual impairment was less common in children in rural areas, but now the figures coming out show that even in rural areas, the problem of visual impairment is seen in small children. This means that even in those areas, the use of mobile phones and other gadgets has increased among children," he said. Dr Rohit said that in the data collected from rural areas in the last 10 years, earlier, 3 to 4 per cent of children had the problem of visual impairment, which has now increased to 7 to 8 per cent. The doctor said that it is very important to increase digitalization, which is a good thing. People are becoming aware of this, even in rural areas. Along with this, excessive use of mobile phones, tablets and other gadgets is harmful to children. "Parents need to be made aware of this and will have to explain this to their children since young minds are not aware of the potential damage," he stated. In such a situation, there are some symptoms. If the symptoms are visible in your child, then pay attention to them. For example, if the child is not able to copy the homework from the board in the class, if the child is copying homework from the other child's notebook, or if the child is watching the board with eyes slightly closed. Additionally, if the child is watching TV very closely, reading books very closely or has watery eyes and is used to constant rubbing of their eyes, these are all symptoms of a vision defect or myopia. Regarding this, parents should immediately take their children to the doctor and get their eyes checked. Along with this, if children use the phone continuously or have to do homework online, then parents should keep in mind that they must take a 5-minute break every half hour and always keep their computer or laptop near the window so that their children keep looking outside while studying. Along with this, if possible, study in the open on the balcony or terrace. Children need to go out 2 hours during the day in the morning or anytime before evening. (ANI)

Poor eyesight in children increased in past 10 years: AIIMS

The health authorities announced on Wednesday that 82 deaths were reported with 4,727 new cases. With the new figure, Sri Lanka's overall caseload and death toll stood at 3,18,775 and 4,727, respectively. With the outbreak of the Delta variant and overflow of patients, the <keyword id="11794485" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="20" keywordseo="ratnapura-general-hospital">Ratnapura General Hospital</keyword> and <keyword id="11794483" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="20" keywordseo="karapitiya-teaching-hospital">Karapitiya Teaching Hospital</keyword> have declared emergencies. Due to the unabated spread of the Delta variant and also an exponential rise in oxygen demand, medical experts have urged the Sri Lankan government to reconsider its decision to lift Covid-19 restrictions. The <keyword id="11794486" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="20" keywordseo="association-of-medical-specialists">Association of Medical Specialists</keyword> (AMS) requested the government to revisit the curfew-style travel restrictions imposed in May and June to control the fast spreading pandemic as the sector's capacity to treat the growing number of patients has "virtually reached its tipping point" In a statement, the AMS also warned that it's a matter of days till the demand for oxygen exceeds supply. "The lack of oxygen, or more importantly the lack of an oxygen delivery mechanism to patients' bedsides could cause deaths," the experts warned. They said further relaxation of Sri Lanka's Covid-19 restrictions against this backdrop is like adding fuel to the fire. On Tuesday, international health experts warned that Sri Lanka was going to face the worst-ever outbreak in the months ahead. Professor Malik Peiris, Head of Virology at the <keyword id="174517" type="ORGANIZATION" weightage="20" keywordseo="University-of-Hong-Kong">University of Hong Kong</keyword> said "the Delta variant, which played havoc in India, I'm afraid I have to say it is going to have a major impact on Sri Lanka in the coming weeks". SEE ALSO <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/google-is-now-using-chrome-as-another-security-layer-for-account-sign-ins/articleshow/84975356.cms">Google is now using Chrome as an added security layer for account sign-ins</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/stock-market/news/how-to-check-allotment-status-of-glenmark-life-sciences-ipo/articleshow/84978486.cms">Glenmark Life Sciences IPO: How to check allotment status, listing date and more</a>

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Mask up - it's the first step to fight the Covid-19 virus. From scientists, researchers to healthcare authorities, all advise wearing a face mask if you're out and around people, and it's a widely known fact now. What's still not known to many is if their mask is effective enough to serve the purpose. How to select a mask that protects you from Covid-19? Starting with the basics, you must go for a mask that covers your nose and mouth completely and fits snugly against your face leaving no gaps on the sides. Choose a mask that has a nose wire to cover the top and sides of the nose properly. Also, don't buy masks made of hard-to-breather material like vinyl, go for a mask with two or more layers of breathable and washable fabric. Don't get the ones that have valves or vents to allow air passage. Which mask should you buy? We've compiled a list of masks available online. These masks are the best options, but you'll have to check for the size options as we can only assure of the quality and effectiveness. Here are some of the best face masks to buy in India right now- <bulletContentEmbed name="B08RBC1693" columns="1"><bulletContentHeading name="B08RBC1693_head"> <div type="image" title="MASK 1" msid="82291063" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;&amp;lt;a href=&amp;quot;https://www.amazon.in/Livinguard-Filtration-Anti-Viral-Anti-bacterial-Non-toxic/dp/B08RBC1693&amp;quot;&amp;gt;Livinguard PRO Mask&amp;lt;/a&amp;gt;&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div></columnHeadThumb>B08RBC1693</columnHeadTitle></columnHead></bulletContentHeading><bulleteContentBody name="B08RBC1693_body"><bulletContentRow name="B08RBC1693_5426470256333293"><bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowHead col="1">Livinguard PRO Mask</bulletContentRowHead></bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowBody><bulletContentRowCell col="1">The Livinguard Pro mask comes with three layers of protection with more than 95% of filtration as per EN14683 standard. The company claims that the masks have passed skin safety testing to be gentle on the skin for prolonged usage. The fabric is stretchable, which fits over the nose and mouth very well without affecting breathability. The mask is reusable for up to 6 months and washable up to 30 times and is made for daily use and can be washed weekly. It has adjustable earloops for a custom fit.</bulletContentRowCell></bulletContentRowBody></bulletContentRow></bulleteContentBody></bulletContentEmbed> <div type="Article" hostid="261" msid="86710551" title="List of best Steam and Dry irons for home use in India" mstype="2" mssubtype="0"></div> <bulletContentEmbed name="B08T86WFBY" columns="1"><bulletContentHeading name="B08T86WFBY_head"> <div type="image" title="Mask 2." msid="82291137" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Pangolin Luftmaske&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div></columnHeadThumb>B08T86WFBY</columnHeadTitle></columnHead></bulletContentHeading><bulleteContentBody name="B08T86WFBY_body"><bulletContentRow name="B08T86WFBY_8158979177546638"><bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowHead col="1">Pangolin Luftmaske</bulletContentRowHead></bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowBody><bulletContentRowCell col="1">This Pangolin Luftmaske brings is one of the most unique masks available on the market. It has a hemp-based filter that has moisture-wicking and insulation properties to keep sweat and humidity at bay. Hemp also exhibits antimicrobial properties, is resistant to mould, and blocks out UV light. The filter material is said to block pollutants ranging from bacteria to allergens. It is claimed to be reused for 175 days and can be washed up to 25 times. It also comes with ear grips, neck strap and travel pouch to offer customizability over comfort and a decent fit.</bulletContentRowCell></bulletContentRowBody></bulletContentRow></bulleteContentBody></bulletContentEmbed> <div type="Article" hostid="261" msid="82192832" title="Best pulse oximeters to keep a check on your SpO2 readings" mstype="2" mssubtype="0"></div> <bulletContentEmbed name="B08DD83BS3" columns="1"><bulletContentHeading name="B08DD83BS3_head"> <div type="image" title="Mask 3." msid="82292591" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Jockey Unisex&amp;#39;s Cotton Face Mask&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div></columnHeadThumb>B08DD83BS3</columnHeadTitle></columnHead></bulletContentHeading><bulleteContentBody name="B08DD83BS3_body"><bulletContentRow name="B08DD83BS3_0068223503039011"><bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowHead col="1">Jockey Unisex's Cotton Face Mask</bulletContentRowHead></bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowBody><bulletContentRowCell col="1">Jockey is a known name for most of us, but a few know that they now make face masks as well. The cotton face mask from the company comes in a pack of two. It is said to be "engineered with 7 Layered Hepta Filtration System for your protection." The company claims it can offer more than 95% bacterial and particulate filtration efficiency. The fabric is cotton, which has soft and adjustable elastic earloops and a nose clip for a comfortable fit. Cotton allows easy breathability and it's washable up to 30 times as per company claims.</bulletContentRowCell></bulletContentRowBody></bulletContentRow></bulleteContentBody></bulletContentEmbed> <bulletContentEmbed name="B08D7DG867" columns="1"><bulletContentHeading name="B08D7DG867_head"> <div type="image" title="Mask 4." msid="82292661" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Wildcraft Face Mask&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div></columnHeadThumb>B08D7DG867</columnHeadTitle></columnHead></bulletContentHeading><bulleteContentBody name="B08D7DG867_body"><bulletContentRow name="B08D7DG867_1798672834600930"><bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowHead col="1">Wildcraft Face Mask</bulletContentRowHead></bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowBody><bulletContentRowCell col="1">This is one of the most popular yet value for money masks on the list. It is designed to fit most users with an adjustable nose clip, soft elastic earloops, that is said to ensure comfort and minimal eyewear fogging. It can be washed and reused and is also claimed to offer PM 2.5 protection with easy breathability and talk through. It comes in a set of three masks.</bulletContentRowCell></bulletContentRowBody></bulletContentRow></bulleteContentBody></bulletContentEmbed> <bulletContentEmbed name="B08CT33FMG" columns="1"><bulletContentHeading name="B08CT33FMG_head"> <div type="image" title="Mask 5." msid="82292716" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;OCEAN RACE Cotton Anti Pollution 3 Layer Reusable Face Mask&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div></columnHeadThumb>B08CT33FMG</columnHeadTitle></columnHead></bulletContentHeading><bulleteContentBody name="B08CT33FMG_body"><bulletContentRow name="B08CT33FMG_4515533483671879"><bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowHead col="1">OCEAN RACE Cotton Anti Pollution 3 Layer Reusable Face Mask</bulletContentRowHead></bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowBody><bulletContentRowCell col="1">This mask is great for those who are extra concerned about comfort. It is made of a reusable soft, machine washable fabric that feels smooth on the skin. Earloops are made high-quality of knit fabric and are flexible to give you a good fit without compromising on comfort. One size fits most and the masks are big enough to cover the mouth and nose without leaving gaps.</bulletContentRowCell></bulletContentRowBody></bulletContentRow></bulleteContentBody></bulletContentEmbed> <bulletContentEmbed name="B08KD785YN" columns="1"><bulletContentHeading name="B08KD785YN_head"> <div type="image" title="Mask 6." msid="82292855" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Vandelay N95 Masks&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div></columnHeadThumb>B08KD785YN</columnHeadTitle></columnHead></bulletContentHeading><bulleteContentBody name="B08KD785YN_body"><bulletContentRow name="B08KD785YN_7471288544556785"><bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowHead col="1">Vandelay N95 Masks</bulletContentRowHead></bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowBody><bulletContentRowCell col="1">This is the most commonly used N95 mask that is designed to ensure the right fit covering the nose and mouth entirely. 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<ul><li>It highlighted that the states or districts where the cases were low may witness a high number of cases.</li><li>Delhi, Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh may ideally see a dip in the number of COVID-19 cases or at least may not be hit as badly as the previous wave.</li><li>The major reason behind this could be strong immunity acquired post-vaccination, which can decrease the number of symptomatic cases in every state.</li></ul>The possibility of a third wave of COVID-19 projected to hit the country any time between September and October could likely be less severe than the previous wave in May-June, which devastated the whole country, according to the Indian Council of Medical Research (<keyword id="6364396" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="icmr" source="Orion">ICMR</keyword>). A study backed by ICMR and Imperial College of London’s CHROMIC model predicts that Delhi, Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh may ideally see a dip in the number of COVID-19 cases or at least may not be hit as badly as the previous wave. The major reason behind this could be strong immunity acquired post-vaccination, which can decrease the number of symptomatic cases in every state. Dr. Samiran Panda, ICMR’s epidemiology and communicable disease (ECD) head said, as <a href="https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/pune/third-wave-likely-to-be-less-severe-says-icmr/articleshow/85749273.cms">quoted</a> by The Times of India, “Nobody can predict the third wave for the whole country. It will now make sense only if district or state-specific data are used for specific projections. The wave may rear its head only if states remove restrictions prematurely.” He further said that the third wave is likely to arrive only when there is a decline in natural or vaccination boosted immunities, a new and more dangerous variant takes birth like Delta variant or there is a relaxation in the states without following appropriate COVID behaviour or people refraining themselves from getting the vaccine shots. Dr. Panda also highlighted that the states or districts where the cases were low may witness a high number of cases, whereas states/districts that reported a high number of cases may hit with a low number of cases during the third wave. He further strongly urged the states to not allow mass gatherings. “Intensified vaccination and following COVID protocols is the only way ahead”, he added. SEE ALSO: <a target="_blank" class="c-link c-message_attachment__title_link" href="https://www.businessinsider.in/india/news/bengal-districts-alipurduar-coochbehar-south-dinajpur-birbhum-purulia-and-jhargram-have-not-reported-any-covid-19-deaths-in-last-one-month/articleshow/85757746.cms">Bengal districts Alipurduar, Coochbehar, South Dinajpur, Birbhum, Purulia and Jhargram have not reported any COVID-19 deaths in last one month</a> <a target="_blank" class="c-link c-message_attachment__title_link" href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/news/iphone-13-could-support-satellite-connectivity-allowing-users-to-make-calls-without-cell-signal/articleshow/85757478.cms">iPhone 13 could support satellite connectivity, allowing users to make calls without cell signal</a>

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