MLC Pratap Simha lauds efforts of "Wellness Helpline's" blood donors
Event held to felicitate plasma donors in Mangaluru
Mangaluru: MLC Pratap Simha on Friday lauded the efforts of blood donors who donated blood through "Wellness Helpline" during the COVID-19 pandemic and for saving lives of people.
"I congratulate the organisation and the donors both for taking up the noble work during the pandemic. I am a well-wisher of Wellness Helpline organization" Simha added while addressing a gathering here in the city. The event was organised to felicitate the blood donors of the organisation.
He further added, "When one of my relatives was admitted to a hospital due to COVID, we needed blood and plasma donation. When I contacted MLA Vedavyas Kamath, he contacted Wellness Helpline and they immediately arranged for plasma donation. I am grateful to them for what they are doing for the society".
During the event that was presided by Hidayah Foundation President Mansoor Azad, over 150 plasma donors were felicitated.
Dr. Sadashiva Shanbhogue, Dr. Tajuddin, Dr. Janardhan Kamath,Dr Priya Ballal, Dr Giridhar were present during the event.
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3 Indian students among those injured in Australia’s Bondi Beach attack
Melbourne (PTI): Three Indian students were among 40 people injured in the terrorist attack on Sydney's Bondi Beach in Australia, according to a media report on Tuesday.
Two out of these three students are believed to be receiving treatment in the hospital, The Australia Today news portal reported.
The names of the Indian students injured during Sunday's attack have not been disclosed yet.
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The Indian students sustained injuries during the shooting, and their exact condition has not been formally confirmed yet, it said.
Naveed Akram, 24, and his father, 50, opened fire on a gathering during the Jewish festival Hanukkah by the Sea celebration.
At least 15 people were killed in the attack, including a 10-year-old child. Five of the injured remain in critical condition, while two injured police officers are in serious but stable condition, it added.
New South Wales Police Commissioner Mal Lanyon said the investigation is expanding as new information emerges, including international travel by the alleged attackers and the discovery of extremist material, the report said.
