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Here are some tips to create spa-like experience at home

Want to unwind after a long day at work but have no time to go to a spa? Here's how you can create a spa-like experience at home.

Random checking, fine: DMRC issues new measures amid rising COVID-19 cases

DMRC statement said that as part of the continued measures for containing COVID-19 spread, random flying squads will be there to ensure that the COVID safety protocol is adhered by the passengers inside trains and premises

COVID-19: Too early, say experts as states across India ease mask mandate

The promotion of voluntary wearing of masks in public places can help reduce inhalation of dust and other respiratory transmitted agents, including TB bacilli, flu virus, other respiratory viruses said virologist T Jacob John

COVID-19 pandemic second anniversary: Three things we got wrong, and 3 things to watch out for

'Give us our freedom back' is now a commonly heard cry, even if the inevitable consequence means this is at the expense of elderly and vulnerable people

Drivers travelling alone in cars won't be fined for not wearing masks, says Delhi health department

Not wearing face mask in public places attracts a penalty of Rs 2,000 in Delhi and the enforcement teams had also been catching and penalising lone drivers in vehicles if found without wearing masks

Boris Johnson lifts COVID-19 restrictions, scraps face mask rules, vaccine pass

The British prime minister reinstated the curbs last month to cope with what he called a 'tidal wave' of expected infections from Omicron

How can we still recognise familiar people even with them wearing a face mask?

In the study, participants were able to identify familiar faces in masks with around 90 percent accuracy.

COVID-19 prevention: Face 'mask brackets' are becoming popular, but here is what you should know before ordering one

A mask bracket is a cage-like frame that is designed in the shape of a mask. This is to be worn underneath a mask to hold the shape of the mask and be a barrier between it and the face

Allergens in face masks, especially elastics, can cause contact dermatitis, case study shows

The study mentioned above, however, notes the possibility of getting severe contact dermatitis reactions from certain allergens present in masks currently being used across the world

Maharashtra govt caps prices of face masks in wake of COVID-19 pandemic

The N-95 masks will be available at prices ranging from Rs 19 to Rs 49, while double and triple layer masks will be available at Rs 3 to Rs 4 per unit