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West Bengal: Ahead Of Durga Pooja, Cinema Halls to Reopen from October 1
West Bengal government has allowed the operations of cinema halls and multiplexes, starting October 1. With a view to bring back normalcy ahead of 'Durga Pooja', the state government has allowed the re-opening of cultural congregations related to music, plays, and jatras. However, there is a cap of 50 people for the congregations and COVID-19 norms should be followed everywhere. Bengal will be the first state to re-open cinema halls.
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Nepal Starts Easing Lockdown; Mountaineering, Trekking Allowed From Oct 17
Nepal has planned to allow intercity buses, restaurants and domestic flights among others as a part of relaxations in lockdown. Nepal's Foreign Minister Pradeep Gyawali announced the decision through a press briefing. Reportedly, mountaineering and trekking activities can be allowed from October 17. Besides, Nepal was allowing only 800 passengers through international flights till now, but the numbers will be increased gradually to 3000.
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Karnataka Judiciary Determined To Reopen 55 Taluk Courts in the State
The Karnataka judiciary has decided to reopen 55 Taluk courts from September 28. The courts will be allowed to resume physical hearing and record evidence. The HC has issued an SOP and according to it, the witness and accused who appear before the court will have to mandatorily submit COVID-19 negative certificate. Courts are also being modified to follow social distancing norms. All courts are ready to re-open in a phased manner.
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Maharashtra: Hotels and Lodges to Open With 100 % Capacity from September 2
Maharashtra Government, under its 'Mission Begin Again', has permitted hotels and lodges to run at 100% capacity from September 2. But, bars will remain closed. The state will also not allow social, political, entertainment and religious gatherings. However, no mention of restaurants in SOPs has raised confusions among the restaurant owners - some opining that the restaurants can be opened now, while some other would seek clarifications from… read-more
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