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SUBJECT IN FOCUS: Partner Coordination The WHO COVID-19 Incident Management Team is working closely with partners across all levels to provide support  to countries, strengthen technical and operational networking and collaboration, and support operational  coordination of the global response.  To strengthen day-to-day operations, key agencies are embedded in the global team, including UNICEF, the United  Nations Office for Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), the International Organization for Migration (IOM),  and the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC). The major partner coordination  mechanisms are the Emergency Medical Team (EMT) Initiative; the Global Health Cluster (GHC); and the Global  Outbreak Alert and Response Network (GOARN), which includes technical agencies, major NGOs, including Médecins  Sans Frontières (MSF) International, United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the IFRC, and other 

STATE GOVERNMENT TAKES KEY DECISIONS AS PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES TO COMBAT CORONA VIRUS  Gangtok, March 16: Chief Minister Shri Prem Singh Tamang (Golay) today chaired a high-level meeting of all Cabinet Ministers, MLAs, State Administration led by the Chief Secretary, and various stakeholders of the hospitality sector to deliberate on immediate measures to be taken by the State to prevent the outbreak of Novel Corona Virus (COVID 19) in the State of Sikkim. It may be mentioned that the State of Sikkim has not reported a single case of COVID 19 till date, and the Government is taking all possible measures to prevent any outbreak.  At the outset, Chief Secretary, Government of Sikkim, Shri S.C Gupta gave an overview of the current situation, how the Government of Sikkim is managing the situation, and further steps needed to be taken to handle it effectively. He stressed that the rate at which the virus is spreading exponentially, there is no room for any complacency. He howeve

Guidance includes practical actions and checklists for administrators, teachers, parents and children GENEVA/NEW YORK - The International Federation of the Red Cross (IFRC), UNICEF and the World Health Organization (WHO) today issued new guidance to help protect children and schools from transmission of the COVID-19 virus. The guidance provides critical considerations and practical checklists to keep schools safe. It also advises national and local authorities on how to adapt and implement emergency plans for educational facilities.  In the event of school closures, the guidance includes recommendations to mitigate against the possible negative impacts on children’s learning and wellbeing. This means having solid plans in place to ensure the continuity of learning, including remote learning options such as online education strategies and radio broadcasts of academic content, and access to essential services for all children. These plans should also include necessary steps for the even

Gangtok, March 11: DG-cum-Secretary, Health Department, Dr. P.T Bhutia convened a press conference today to share the measures taken by the State Government to prevent the outbreak of Nobel Corona Virus (COVID-19) in the State. Speaking to the media, Dr. P.T Bhutia informed that adequate precautionary measures are being taken by the Government. While sharing the global and national statistics of COVID-19, he confirmed that Sikkim has so far not reported a single case. He reaffirmed that the State Government is constantly in touch with the Government of India through daily updates and video conferences. The DG-cum-Secretary requested the people not to indulge in rumour mongering through social media or any other medium, as it leads to unnecessary panic. He added that such activities will be dealt with very strictly as per the provisions of law. He said that although there is no reported case of Corona Virus in the State till date, there should be no complacency and all preca

Jyotiraditya Scindia joins BJP after resigned from Congress  Ex Congress leader Shri Jyotiraditya Scindia joins BJP in presence of BJP National President Shri JP Nadda.

Himalayan men's physique and bodybuilding championship 2020 was successfully held in Mirik on the 8th of March. This event was a star studded one with contestants where not just from Darjeeling Hills and Sikkim but from all over India and former Mr India Senior and Junior also contested for the title. The judges were certified national judges and eminent personalities of the fitness world, and for the guests of honour of the show were Mr Suman Das (gold in Diamond cup and pro card winner, owner of Pumping iron gym Matigara) Mr Rebesh Pradhan (Gold Mr India mens physique) Mr Tenzing Zamyang(senior body builder and owner of Tenzings gymn) Mr Rupendra Mukhia (owner of ultimate fitness gym Sikkim) Ms Shikha Rai (partner at studio 360, Darjeeling Zumba instructor,strength trainer, cross training and fitness group expert) The director of Himalayan gym Mr Ashish Tamang and the organiser of the show was overwhelmed by the response of the fitness enthusiasts as it was his initia

Shortage of personal protective equipment endangering health workers worldwide If you are healthy, you only need to wear a mask if you are taking care of a person with suspected 2019-nCoV infection. Wear a mask if you are coughing or sneezing. Masks are effective only when used in combination with frequent hand-cleaning with alcohol-based hand rub or soap and water. If you wear a mask, then you must know how to use it and dispose of it properly. Before putting on a mask, clean hands with alcohol-based hand rub or soap and water. Cover mouth and nose with mask and make sure there are no gaps between your face and the mask. Avoid touching the mask while using it; if you do, clean your hands with alcohol-based hand rub or soap and water. Replace the mask with a new one as soon as it is damp and do not re-use single-use masks. To remove the mask: remove it from behind (do not touch the front of mask); discard immediately in a closed bin; clean hands with alcohol-based han

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) advice for the public: When and how to use masks If you are healthy, you only need to wear a mask if you are taking care of a person with suspected 2019-nCoV infection. Wear a mask if you are coughing or sneezing. Masks are effective only when used in combination with frequent hand-cleaning with alcohol-based hand rub or soap and water. If you wear a mask, then you must know how to use it and dispose of it properly. Before putting on a mask, clean hands with alcohol-based hand rub or soap and water. Cover mouth and nose with mask and make sure there are no gaps between your face and the mask. Avoid touching the mask while using it; if you do, clean your hands with alcohol-based hand rub or soap and water. Replace the mask with a new one as soon as it is damp and do not re-use single-use masks. To remove the mask: remove it from behind (do not touch the front of mask); discard immediately in a closed bin; clean hands with alcohol-based hand rub or soap and