Rising cases force Bengal to go for tougher curbs

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03.01.2022

The Bengal government on Sunday brought back many restrictions as the state recorded 6,153 fresh Covid cases, the highest single-day rise since May. All academic institutions will remain closed till January 15, as will swimming pools, salons, spas and wellness centres. All modes of local transport will be permitted till 10pm and operate with 50% capacity; pubilc and private offices too will operate at 50% strength. Night curfew will now last from 10pm to 5am.