Yadigir: Karnataka government earlier this week issued fresh guidelines in the wake of the increasing number of COVID-19 cases in the state. The fresh guidelines issued by the government stressed the adherence to COVID-19 rules and protocols by the citizens.

However, flouting all the guidelines issued by the government and violating basic norms like wearing masks, physical distancing among others, a temple committee on August 31, organized a Jatra in Yadgiri district, where hundreds of people thronged without masks and social distancing.

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According to the reports, the religious fair was organized by Venugopal Swami Temple here in Surapur.

After the incident came to the light of the officials, the Revenue Inspector of Surapur filed a formal complaint with the local police, following which a case has been registered against the temple committee for organizing the gathering while violating the laws and COVID-19 protocol.

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Jaipur, Jul 25 (PTI): An Air India flight bound for Mumbai from Jaipur returned to the airport due to a suspected technical snag mid-air on Friday, officials said.

"Flight AI612 operating from Jaipur to Mumbai returned to Jaipur shortly after take-off due to a suspected technical issue. Troubleshooting checks were carried out, and it was determined to be a false indication," Air India said in a statement.

Following the checks, the aircraft was cleared for operations, and the flight continued to its destination in Mumbai.

Air India, in its statement, emphasised that passenger safety is the airline's top priority.