Anti-dengue operations intensified
The Hindu
As a precautionary measure, the corporation has intensified dengue prevention measures by carrying out fogging and also to prevent larvae breeding at households and commercial establishments in the ci
As a precautionary measure, the corporation has intensified dengue prevention measures by carrying out fogging and also to prevent larvae breeding at households and commercial establishments in the city. Officials said that focus is on mosquito control and to prevent larvae breeding in water stagnation in the households which could end up becoming breeding grounds for dengue. They said that besides fogging, workers also check for larvae breeding in water storage containers and also educate the residents on the need for removing obsolete items from their houses. Residents were also asked to keep the water storage containers closed and also ensure that rainwater does not stagnate on obsolete items on their premises.
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At a recent event held in the city, Cambridge University Press & Assessment launched an advisory panel comprising leaders from top global corporations, aiming to bridge the employability gap in India and better align academic output with industry needs. A whitepaper released at the event highlighted the growing importance of communication skills, the need for stronger collaboration between industry and universities, and strategies to bridge the persistent skill gap.

Under the NBS, newborns are screened for communication disorders before they are discharged from the hospital. For this, AIISH has collaborated with several hospitals to conduct screening which is performed to detect hearing impairment and other developmental disabilities that can affect speech and language development. The screening has been helping in early intervention for those identified with the disorders, as any delay in the identification poses risk and affects successful management of children with hearing loss, according to AIISH.