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World’s Poor Countries lag behind in Covid-19 Vaccinations: report
That number jumps to nearly 55 per cent for lower-middle-income countries and nearly 80 per cent for both upper-middle-income and high-income nations, according to Our World in Data.
Turkish Prez Erdogan owes his swift recovery from Covid-19 to vaccination
Erdogan added that his wife has not yet been fully recovered and the infection is still on, but all kinds of precautions have been taken.
Vaccination for under 15 only after scientific data evolves: Govt
Bhushan also said that 52 per cent children in 15-18 age group in the country have been vaccinated so far.
Centre to Issue Postal Stamp to mark One Year of Vaccination
Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya will issue the postal stamp and address a programme virtually.
PM Modi greets citizens on 150 crore Covid-19 vaccinations ‘milestone’
New Delhi : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday congratulated citizens on crossing the “milestone” of over 150…
Centre advises poll-bound states to speedily ramp up Covid-19 vaccination
A total of 142.38 crore vaccination doses have been administered as on date
Covid-19 vaccination: Union Health Secy to hold meeting with chief secretaries of States, UTs Today
District-wise weekly vaccination implementation plans are required to be drawn up for this purpose.
Disappointed with PM Modi’s unscientific decision on children vaccination: AIIMS
Before executing the plan, data from other countries on children vaccination should be analysed, said Dr Rai who is also also the President of the Indian Public Health Association.
Vaccination for 15-18 age group from Jan 3, says Modi
“Those with comorbidities and above 60 years of age will be eligible for a precautionary dose from January 10, 2022 onwards on the recommendation of their doctors,”
EU countries should discuss mandatory Covid-19 vaccination: Von der Leyen
Von der Leyen added that the EU's main Covid-19 vaccine provider, BioNTech or Pfizer, would have shots available for children in the bloc in two weeks, Xinhua news agency reported.
Bengal to Launch house-to-House Campaign for Vaccination
West Bengal had reported 788 new Covid cases, 185 more than the previous day's tally, pushing the state's overall caseload to 15,99,878, the Health Department said in its bulletin.
Nationwide Polio Vaccination to begin in Afghanistan on Monday
Unicef said the doses were efficient and has asked parents in Afghanistan to get their children vaccinated to prevent paralysis.
Govt to now launch doorstep Covid vaccination campaign ‘Har Ghar Dastak’
This will give a major boost to India's healthcare infrastructure and make it more resilient, he added.
100cr Vaccination Milestone: 100 monuments lit in Indian flag colours
New Delhi, Oct 21 : The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) under the Ministry of Culture is illuminating…
Govt to release song to celebrate 100 crore vaccination mark
According to an official press release, Mandaviya will release the film and song at the Red Fort in the national capital.
Covid Vaccinations for Children, Teenagers can be ‘a game changer’, say experts
In a statement, Bharat Biotech said it had submitted the trial data of phase 2 and 3 of Covaxin on children to the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) at the beginning of this month.
Know your immune response post vaccination
Choosing the right test is essential as some antibody tests will only detect antibodies from infection, not from Covid-19 vaccination. Consult your doctor to choose the right test.
US pushes on with Covid Vaccination plan as Booster Shot Approved
On Friday, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) approved a booster shot of Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine to an expanded group of Americans.
Kamala Harris appreciates India’s vaccination efforts
On Covid-19, our nations have worked together. Early in the pandemic, India was a vital source of vaccines for other countries. When India experienced a surge of Covid in the country, the United States was very proud to support India in its need and responsibility to vaccinate its people.
India sets record of over 2 crore vaccinations in a day
Before Friday, India had crossed the landmark of vaccninating over 1 crore people on a single day on September 6, August 31 and August 27.
25 injured in stampede at Bengal vaccination centre, govt to issue coupons now
"This will help in crowd management as well help in maintaining the covid protocol," the official said.
Why Vaccination Should be Compulsory by PETER SINGER
Although the first compulsory seat-belt laws met with strong objections when they were introduced 50 years ago, nobody bothers to complain about such a commonsense rule anymore. In mandating vaccination against COVID-19, governments today can offer the same basic justification for protecting both individuals and society.
60% drop in vaccination rate & 63 times hike in fuel prices: Congress
"Let me caution the government, the issue of high inflation will not go away if you pretend it does not exist."
Bhupinder Singh Hooda slams Manohar Lal Khattar government for slow vaccination pace
Till July 8 evening, over 96.55 lakh doses of Covid-19 vaccine had been administered Haryana, as per the state health authorities.
Gurugram: Russian COVID-19 Vaccine Sputnik V administered at govt vaccination centre
The vaccine will be administered free of cost on a first-come-first-serve basis. The second dose of the jab will be given after 21 days".
Rahul Gandhi targets Govt once again over Covid-19 Vaccination Policy
Earlier on Friday, Rahul Gandhi had said that July has come but vaccines have not, drawing a sharp rebuttal from the BJP.
On Liberty, Conspiracy, and Vaccination
Now that vaccine hesitancy has emerged as a major threat to achieving herd immunity, public authorities might be tempted to crack down on the conspiracy theories that are fueling it. But before they do, they should revisit John Stuart Mill's famous defense of free speech.
50% Covid Vaccination Centres shut in Assam, BJP doing Politics: Congress
"Does it also mean that wherever the BJP lost elections - in West Bengal, Kerala and Tamil Nadu that BJP has become 'political tourists'?",
PM Modi reviews Vaccination Drive, says pace of testing shouldn’t go down
Modi was briefed about the age-wise vaccination coverage, as well as coverage of the healthcare workers, frontline workers and the general population in various states.
Revised Vaccination Policy on requests from CMs, Health Ministers: Centre to Supreme Court
"To put it differently, a person below poverty line and a multi-millionaire are equally entitled for the very same vaccine in the age group of 18 years and above free of cost," said the 380-page Centre's affidavit.
India’s Covid-19 vaccination coverage crosses 31 crores
India has reported 48,698 new cases in the last 24 hours.
Now, Suvendu Adhikari wants central probe into Kolkata’s fake vaccination drive
Adhikari alleged that accused has previously been seen posing with Government of West Bengal files or hosting 'Duare Sarkar' camps of West Bengal government in Ward 66 of KMC.
Over 1,200 Heart Problem cases in US after Covid vaccination
Washington, June 24 : The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said that more than 1,200…
COVID-19 Vaccination: Myths Vs Facts
No scientific evidences found linking COVID19 vaccination with infertility in men and women
Kapil Sibal: 89 nations ahead of India in Vaccination
New Delhi : Senior Congress leader and Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal has accused the Bharatiya Janata Party…
24×7 Covid-19 vaccination drive for 18+ start in Gurugram Hospitals
Yadav said that this decision has been taken with a view to providing vaccination facilities to the people to protect them from the deadly virus.
WHO says 47 African countries could miss urgent COVID-19 vaccination goal
According to Africa CDC, the top five African countries that have led in COVID-19 vaccination include Morocco, Egypt, Nigeria, Ethiopia and South Africa.
Overseas Americans feel left behind in vaccination: Report
According to the report, unlike expatriates from most other countries, American expats are required to pay US taxes, but their request to "have a vaccine" has been denied by the White House.
Karnataka Congress to step up Free Vaccination Drive: DK Shivakumar
Bengaluru: Karnataka Congress would expand its free vaccination drive across state by involving its various wings, so as…
PM Modi reviews Covid-19 Vaccination Drive
At the meeting, the Prime Minister instructed all the concerned officials to cut down on vaccine wastage.
Set up Vaccination Centres for pregnant, lactating women: Delhi Congress
Dhawan said that with the next wave of the Covid-19 pandemic likely to hit children hard, the Delhi Government should set up Covid Care Centres and make proper arrangements in the paediatric wards of hospitals.
Delhi shuts 400 Vaccination Centres for 18-44 group as stock dries up
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal repeated word vaccines three times, as SOS call for vaccines for Delhi. "Vaccinate, Vaccinate, Vaccinate," Kejriwal wrote on his Twitter handle in reply to a tweet by Jai Kotak, AVP at Kotak Mahindra Bank on Monday.
Make Public Daily Vaccination District Wise: Chidambaram
New Delhi, May 23 : Congress leader P. Chidambaram on Sunday demanded that government should put out a…
Tamil Nadu Govt launches Vaccination Drive for 18-44 age group at Tiruppur
Chennai, May 20 : Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Thursday launched a vaccination drive for people…
NSUI Launches Helpline to Assist People Register for Vaccination
NSUI media in-charge Lokesh Chugh said that this helpline will prove a boon for the people, who are lacking facilities like smartphones and internet connectivity.
Covid Vaccination Registration Simplified in Uttar Pradesh
Meanwhile, to acquire more vaccines, the government has made crucial changes to its global tender conditions which will now allow companies like Pfizer and Moderna to bid.
UK to speed up Covid vaccination amid concerns over India variant
London, May 15 : UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced that the country is planning to accelerate…
Let PAC examine vaccination Policy, Adhir urges LS Speaker
New Delhi: Congress leader in the Lok Sabha, Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury, on Thursday asked Speaker Om Birla to…
Free mass vaccination, suspension of Central Vista project, 12 Opposition Leaders write to PM Modi
New Delhi: Leaders of 12 opposition parties Wednesday wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, seeking a free mass…
Delhi Government to Launch Vaccination Drive for Journalists
New Delhi: The Delhi government said in an official statement on Friday that mediapersons in the city will…
Mamata Govt moves SC seeking direction to disband Centre’s Vaccination Policy
West Bengal government moved the Supreme Court on Friday seeking directions to disband Phase-III vaccine policy of the Centre
‘Lack Of Clear Vaccination Strategy Caused Crisis’: Rahul Gandhi Writes To PM Modi
‘Lack Of Clear, Coherent Covid Vaccination Strategy Has Caused Current Crisis’: Rahul Gandhi Writes To PM Modi
Why did Gujarat have 60% of all 18-44 vaccinations on May 1?: Jairam Ramesh questions
Out of the 86,023 people in the 18-44 age group vaccinated in India on May 1, 51,622 were in Gujarat.
Phase 3 vaccinations: Over 80 lakh people register in first 3 hrs
Vaccination for people in 18-44 age group will begin on May 1
Set up more private centres before vaccination of people in 18-45 age group begins: Centre to states
The states and UTs were asked to prioritise decision on direct procurement of vaccines by State/UT Government and publicising about facility of 'only online registration' for the 18-45 age group.
‘India to support Bangladesh in its current vaccination drive’
Dhaka, April 23 : Amid global crisis of vaccine, India will cooperate Bangladesh to continue its current vaccination…
Registration for Covid vaccination on CoWIN for those above 18 to begin from April 28
From May 1, the present system of private Covid-19 vaccination centres receiving doses from the government and charging up to Rs 250 per dose will cease to exist and private hospitals will procure directly from vaccine manufacturers.
Modi Govt’s new COVID Vaccination Policy similar to Demonetisation: Rahul Gandhi
New Delhi: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday compared the central government’s vaccine strategy with demonetisation, which according…
Plea in SC seeks Covid vaccination for 18 yrs and above
New Delhi: A plea has been moved in the Supreme Court seeking direction to provide Covid-19 vaccine to…
Government should start vaccination centres at protest sites Farmers’ union
It also warned the government to not create an atmosphere of "fear" among farmers and spread "fake news" -- such as 'forcibly shifting the farmers' dharna'.
Sonu Sood is Punjab’s brand ambassador for vaccination
Chandigarh: Actor Sonu Sood, the Messiah of the migrants who refuses to call himself so, has donned a…
Vaccination drive a ‘crusade’, not ‘utsav’, says Chidambaram
"What does one say when the government wants to call the vaccination drive an 'utsav'? By no stretch of imagination can it be a festival. The vaccination drive is a crusade, he said in a series of tweets.
COVID-19: Dose shortage hits vaccination drive in Mumbai
The civic body of Mumbai had claimed it had suspended vaccination at 25 centres in private hospitals on Thursday due to unavailability of doses.
Need to allow walk-in vaccination for all, says Chidambaram
"From demonetisation to the botched vaccination programme, Indians are paying a huge price for the WRONG policies of the BJP government."
Centre to allow COVID-19 vaccination at workplaces from April 11: Here’s how much it will cost employees
The government will allow COVID-19 vaccination at public and private workplaces having about 100 eligible beneficiaries. The drive…
Delhi reports 1,819 new Covid cases, vaccination for 45+ to begin on Thursday
The next phase of Covid-19 inoculation drive commenced on March 1 for those above the age of 60 years and for people aged 45 and above with comorbid conditions.
Chidambaram slams Centre for ‘failing miserably’ in rolling out vaccination
According to the official data, a total of 3,71,43,255 vaccine doses were administered in the country, as per the provisional report till 8 am on Thursday.
Covid-19 vaccination – A handy guide for all your queries
Yes, vaccination is the most effective tool to fight the Covid-19 pandemic and help us succeed in our…
On women’s day, Maharashtra gives females exclusive vaccination centres
Mumbai, March 8 : In an unique gesture to mark the International Women’s Day being celebrated globally on…
Coronavirus Vaccination: CoWIN opens for self-registration
New Delhi, March 1 : The phase 3 of Covid vaccination started on Monday and the Co-WIN portal…
Vaccination phase 3: How to register, choose CVC, all you need to know
Eligible people can register themselves on the platform from Monday, March 1, 9 a.m. onwards. The platform can be accessed via web or through a mobile application.
Delhi gears up for full-scale vaccination of frontline workers
There are a total of six lakh frontline workers in the national capital of which around 3.5 lakh frontline workers have been registered for the vaccine shots while over 90,000 healthcare workers have been vaccinated so far.
Pakistan to begin Covid vaccination from next week
The National Command and Operation Center (NCOC) has made an integrated plan for the vaccination drive, Geo News reported.
Delhi reports 51 cases of minor adverse events post vaccination
As many as 1,91,181 people were vaccinated on day one of India’s first phase of the coronavirus vaccination drive.
AIIMS security guard reports allergy post COVID vaccination, in hospital care
Delhi has reported 52 adverse events following events of which one is serious and could involve the guard hospitalised today.
Vaccination: 58 pc covered on day 1 in Pune, 71 refuse
Dr Murlidhar Tambe, Superintendent, Sassoon General Hospital, one of the 31 vaccine centres in Pune, wasamong the first beneficiaries.
COVID vaccination drive: What people said
-- Congress leader Manish Tewari: It's all a bit puzzling India has no policy framework for authorising emergency use. Yet, two vaccines have been approved for restricted use in emergency situation. COVAXIN is another story -- Approvals sans Due Process
COVID-19 vaccination: 23 elderly people dead after Pfizer shot in Norway
Norway COVID-19 immunisation: The Norwegian Institute of Public Health has cautioned against vaccinating elderly people above 80 years of age saying those with a short life span may not benefit much from the jab
Covid-19 vaccination drive to kick off in Gurugram on Jan 16
Gurugram will launch its Covid-19 vaccination drive on January 16 at six vaccination centres, health officials said on…
89 Delhi hospitals chosen for Covid vaccination drive’s first phase
New Delhi, Jan 10 : With the world’s biggest vaccination drive slated to roll out across India from…
Coronavirus Vaccination Drive to Kick Off on January 16: Govt
Coronavirus Vaccination Drive to Kick Off on January 16; Healthcare And Frontline Workers to be Priority: Govt
Covid-19 vaccination dry run conducted successfully in Rajasthan
During the process of dry run, the time taken to vaccinate one beneficiary and making entry on the CoWIN software was assessed and the process of running the software was checked.
Covid vaccination likely to begin in India by Jan 12
Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan met the health ministers of states and Union Territories on Thursday and guided them on conducting the dry run.
India soon to start world’s largest vaccination programme: Modi
“No research is complete with comparing and calculating. We also need to calculate our achievements as well,” he said.
Coronavirus vaccine will be free across India, says Harsh Vardhan as vaccination dry run begins
he vaccination dry run begins in all states and Union Territory administrations to launch the immunisation drive against…
Delhi govt fully prepared for Covid vaccination: Kejriwal
New Delhi, Dec 24 : Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday said his government is fully prepared…
COVID-19 Vaccination FAQs: Eligibility, documents required for Registration in India
Before the vaccination drive is rolled out, these are some of the many questions people have in their minds about the COVID-19 vaccine. Here are some FAQs that have been answered by the Health Ministry.
Algeria to start Covid-19 vaccination from January
Algeria will kick start the country’s vaccination programme against the novel coronavirus from January 2021, President Abdelmadjid Tebboune…
EU to start Covid-19 vaccination on Dec 27
The European Union (EU) will start coronavirus vaccination on December 27, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen…
Govt releases detailed guidelines for mass vaccination drive
Around 100 to 200 people will be vaccinated during each session per day and will then be monitored for 30 minutes pursuant to getting the shots for any adverse event. The vaccination team will be five-membered.
US FDA ready to okay Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine, epic vaccination drive to begin
Pfizer made a strong pitch for its vaccine for “prevention of Covid-19 in individuals 16 years and older, with or without evidence of prior infection”.
Israel To Begin Covid Vaccinations From December 27
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu noted the public health service would be capable of administering 60,000 inoculations a day.
‘India should begin scaling up syringe supplies for Covid vaccination’
The World Health Organization (WHO) and UNICEF also recommended that auto-disabled syringes be used for administering vaccines -- particularly in mass immunisation programmes.
India will start vaccination only after expert nod: PM seeks suggestions
The samples tested up to December 3 is 14,47,27,749 including 11,70,102 tested on Thursday, said the Indian Council of Medical Research.
Russia: Putin orders mass COVID-19 vaccinations; health minister claims one lakh already received Sputnik V
Museums, theatres and concert halls would be closed to the public in the city of more than 5 million people for the duration of Russia's New Year holidays, from December 30 to January 10.
We’ve resources to undertake coronavirus vaccination within 3-4 weeks: Delhi govt
Health and Family Welfare Minister Satyendar Jain made this announcement in at a press conference called to update Delhi's daily health bulletin.
World Polio Day: Need for uninterrupted vaccination during pandemic
Hyderabad, Oct 24 : As the World Polio Day is observed around the globe amid the Covid-19 pandemic…
Kids may not be recommended for COVID-19 vaccination initially, US CDC says
In case of limited supply, some groups may be recommended to get a COVID-19 vaccine first, the CDC said.
Russia Covid mass vaccination from Jan 1, 2021
Moscow, Aug 11 : The Covid-19 vaccine that Russia registered on Tuesday is expected to enter into civilian…
Mandatory BCG vaccination linked with slower Covid-19 growth
Mandatory BCG vaccination correlated with a flattening of the curve in the spread of Covid-19, the analysis showed.
Over 80 mn children at risk as Covid-19 disrupts routine vaccination
In Laos, despite a national lockdown imposed in March, routine immunisation in fixed sites continued with physical distancing measures in place.
Modi to celebrate 8 years in office in Shimla on May 31
Various campaigns will be run by the party's frontal organisations in the run-up to the May 30 programme.
China could see 1.6 million Covid deaths if curbs are lifted
Health experts agree, but China analysts are also concerned the authorities have backed themselves into a corner with no political exit ramp for the policy without admitting failure
Bill Gates discusses cooperation with Pakistan Army chief
Islamabad reiterates commitment to Gates’ public-health initiatives in second call this week
Kamala Harris tests positive for Covid as US struggles for normalcy
The Biden administration has been making a determined push for Covid vaccinations in a country where the preventive measure has been politicised.
Is India on the verge of a fourth Covid wave?
India also recorded two cases of the new XE variant -- a mutant hybrid of Omicron sub-variants BA.1 and BA.2 -- one each from Maharashtra and Gujarat.
G23 leaders are reformists not rebels, says Congress veteran Bhupinder Singh Hooda
Without mincing words, he said the so called G23, largely a media coinage, is giving suggestions to the party leadership as they want to make the party stronger.
Saudi Arabia uses mobile app to facilitate pilgrimage during Ramzan
The application's success in ensuring equal access for all worshippers and providing a seamless experience has led the ministry to continue its use after the lifting of restrictions.
Covid-19 may never become common seasonal flu: Finnish experts
Before November 2021, when the Omicron variant starts to rise, about 1,200 people had died from Covid-19 in Finland. The country's current coronavirus death toll exceeds 3,000.
New book claims ‘widening rift’ between Biden and Harris
"Harris is worried that Biden's staff looked down on her; she fixated on real and perceived snubs in ways the West Wing found tedious."
India to allow scheduled international flight ops from March 27
New Delhi, March 9 : India will allow resumption of scheduled commercial international passenger services from March 27.…
Erdogan urges Putin to declare Ukraine ceasefire, sign peace deal
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has urged his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin to declare a ceasefire in Ukraine,…
India worried about Russia-Ukraine conflict impact on exim trade: FM
Chennai, Feb 28 : Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday said the government is worried about the…
G20 finance ministers, central bank governors to meet in Jakarta
The meeting would be preceded by a meeting of finance ministry and central bank deputies from Feb. 15 to 16.
Emergency use authorisation granted to Corbevax for 12-18 ys group
The DCGI has already approved two vaccines - Bharat Biotech's Covaxin and Ahmedabad-based Zydus Cadilla's ZyCovD vaccine for minors. ZyCovD vaccine is world's first plasmid-DNA vaccine which has been approved for children above 12 years.
Ending mask mandate probably premature: Joe Biden
The UK is also planning to lift Covid restrictions as Omicron has peaked in the country. But experts have warned to remain cautious.
BJP not only ‘distorted’ history but ‘destroyed’ Hinduism too: Mamata Banerjee
Theissue of PM Modi's photo on the Covid-19 vaccinations certificate issued to people, saying: "Displaying Modi ji's picture on injection. Whose money is that?"
Global Coronavirus caseload Tops 402.8 Million
The second worst hit country in terms of cases is India (42,410,976 infections and 505,279 deaths), followed by Brazil (26,972,914 infections and 635,421 deaths).
‘Zero Covid-19’ strategy best for Hong Kong’s current situation: Carrie Lam
Close and secondary contacts of Covid-19 patients are subjected to home quarantine starting from Tuesday.
Sputnik Light COVID-19 vaccine gets nod for emergency use in India
Sputnik Light is based on recombinant human adenovirus serotype number 26 (the first component of Sputnik V).
Vaccine effectiveness of 99.3% seen in fully vaccinated: Mandaviya
"The latest data analysed and uploaded till January 2, 2022 depicts vaccine effectiveness of 99.3 per cent in fully vaccinated individuals against Covid-19,"
Govt hopeful of bouncing back in Employment market
Approximately 5.67 lakh net subscribers exited but rejoined EPFO by changing jobs within the establishments covered under the purview of EPF & MP Act, 1952.
Limited Public Meetings get Election Commission’s nod, no Road Shows, Padyatras till Feb 11
All remaining restrictions, as contained in the Revised Broad Guidelines for Conduct of Elections, 2022 issued on January 8, shall continue to operate, the EC said in a statement.
Health Ministry likely to issue advisory for school reopening
A delegation of parents had submitted a memorandum signed by more than 1,600 parents for reopening of schools in the national capital on Wednesday.
DCGI grants regular Market Approval for Covishield and Covaxin with conditions
The DCGI approval has come after the Subject Expert Committee of the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization recommended granting regular market approval to Covishield and Covaxin, subject to certain conditions.
Sputnik V shows strong protection against Omicron: Joint Italian-Russian study
New Delhi, Jan 21 : The Sputnik V vaccine has demonstrated strong protection against Omicron variant, with over…
India’s Overall Economic Activity remains Strong despite Third Wave: RBI Bulletin
Besides, the RBI said that manufacturing and several categories of services remain in expansion mode.
State of the World address: Modi showcases India as Future Tech & Economic Powerhouse
The Prime Minister underlined that India always advocates growth, which should be green, clean, sustainable and reliable.
Channi regrets PM’s security breach during virtual meeting on Covid
Channi had earlier said that there was no security breach during the Prime Minister's visit to the state.
Global Economy projected to grow by 4% in 2022, 3.5% in 2023: UN report
With the highly transmissible Omicron variant of Covid-19 unleashing new waves of infections, the human and economic tolls of the pandemic are projected to increase again.
WHO cautions against concurrent outbreaks of Covid-19, other diseases
"Let's be clear: while Omicron causes less severe disease than Delta, it remains a dangerous virus, particularly for those who are unvaccinated," said the WHO Chief.
Germany’s Covid-19 cases hit daily record of more than 80,000
Berlin, Jan 13 : The number of daily Covid-19 cases in Germany hit a new record of 80,430,…
Turkey sets new daily record with 74,266 Covid-19 cases
Ankara, Jan 12 : Turkey has reported 74,266 new Covid-19 cases, the highest daily figure on record, raising…
Omicron wave to hit unvaccinated in Europe: WHO Regional Director
The WHO official also urged schools to remain open.
Over 9 lakhs ‘precaution’ doses of Covid vaccine administered on first day
Overall, with the administration of over 82 lakhs vaccine doses on Monday, India's Covid-19 vaccination coverage has crossed 152.78 crores.
2 to 4 million Israelis to be infected with Covid amid Omicron spread: PM Naftali Bennett
Bennett has led a policy based on keeping the economy open while aggressively promoting vaccination.
Covid-vaccinated Mothers pass on Antibodies to Babies via Breast Milk
Further, the study showed that the antibodies were detected in infants regardless of age - from 1.5 months old to 23 months old.
Online Appointment feature for precaution dose starts on CoWIN
"Those who have taken 2 doses of COVID-19 vaccine can directly take an appointment or walk-in to any Vaccination Centre", said the health ministry on Saturday.
Holding Elections in Pandemic Times a test for Election Commission
New Delhi : The assembly elections for five states from notifications to the counting day are going to…
Covaxin booster dose trial shows ‘long-term safety’: Bharat Biotech
It added that the neutralising antibodies against homologous and heterologous SARS-CoV-2 variants increased 19 to 265-fold after a third vaccination.
Election Commission to announce Poll schedule for 5 states
Last week, the poll body held a meeting with the Health Ministry to discuss the current Covid situation in the five states.
Pakistan President Arif Alvi tests positive for Covid for second time
New Delhi, Jan 6 : Pakistan President Arif Alvi said on Thursday that he has tested positive for…
Tollywood hero Mahesh Babu tests positive for Covid-19
The 'Prince of Tollywood' added: "I've isolated myself at home and have been following medical guidance."
Omicron not mild, Hospitalising and Killing People: WHO chief
Last week, the highest number of Covid-19 cases were reported so far in the pandemic.
Third wave in Delhi: Doctors advise people to follow Covid norms
Goel said that while so far data on Omicron from South Africa, and the UK shows that it causes mild infections, it is yet to be proven in the country.
Paracetamol not recommended after getting Covaxin jab: Bharat Biotech
"Paracetamol was recommended along with certain other Covid-19 vaccines and is not recommended for Covaxin," it added.
T cells can aid in fight against Omicron if antibodies fail: Study
Even then, these mutations do not necessarily mean the virus will be able to evade the body's T cells.
Covid to End up as Seasonal Epidemic soon: Experts
The Russian Academy of Sciences President Alexander Sergeyev also stated that the current Covid-19 pandemic will transform into seasonal epidemics starting from 2022, the report said.
Is India seeing Third Covid Wave as cases rise nearly manifold in days?
India had 75,456 active cases on December 28, 77,002 the next day, 82,402 on December 30 and jumping up to 91,361 on the last day of 2021.
Omicron Driving Covid cases, third wave in India, say experts
On December 31, India recorded 16,764 new Covid cases, up 27 per cent from the previous day. The average number of cases increased in the last week of December after dropping steadily since mid-May.
Over 40 lakh children get Covid-19 vaccine on first day
Over 51 lakh youngsters had registered on the Co-WIN portal till Monday 8.30 PM after the process started on January 1. An estimated 7.4 crore children are there in this age group.
Turkey rolls out local Covid-19 vaccine Turkovac, amid Omicron surge
The hospital officials expect to administer 1,000 doses of Turkovac during the day.
New nasal spray using blood-thinning drug to fight Covid developed
Importantly, this nasal spray should prove effective for all Covid-19 variants because the Heparan Sulfate binding site is essential for infection, and is likely to be preserved in new variants.
Vaccinated cancer patients with breakthrough Covid at high death risk: Study
The team identified 1,787 patients with cancer and Covid-19 for the study, the vast majority of which were unvaccinated.
Omicron may do good by replacing Delta from world: Experts
The early data from South Africa has shown that most patients are younger and the variant produces milder infections.
France tightens Covid-19 measures but no curfew for New Year’s eve
Paris, Dec 28 : France‘s Prime Minister Jean Castex and Health Minister Olivier Veran announced a series of…
States can consider imposing curbs: Centre issues fresh advisory amid Omicron rise
Amidst initial signs of surge in cases of COVID-19 as well as increased detection of Omicron variant in different parts of the country, the Centre on Monday issued a fresh advisory to all States and UTs to deal with the pandemic situation.
Only Covaxin to be administered to children aged 15-18 yrs
The vaccine option against COVID-19 for children in the age group of 15-18 years, who will be inoculated from January 3, would be Covaxin only, according to new guidelines issued by the Union health ministry on Monday.
At 249, Delhi reports highest single-day Covid tally since June 13
Delhi on Saturday reported 249 fresh Covid-19 cases, the highest since June 13, with a positivity rate of…
Covaxin gets DCGI nod for emergency use for children aged 12-18
This makes Covaxin the second vaccine cleared for use for children in India. Earlier, Zydus Cadila’s three-dose DNA vaccine was allowed to be used on adults and children over the age of 12.
PM calls for effective contact tracing, strengthening health infra amid Omicron scare
The PM said that teams should be sent to the states with low vaccination, rising cases, and insufficient health infrastructure to assist them improve the situation.
Omicron 3 times more transmissible than Delta, gear up: Centre
New Delhi, Dec 22 : New Covid variant Omicron is three times more transmissible that the Delta variant,…
Omicron Variant spread to 89 countries, cases doubling in 3 days: WHO
"There is still limited available data, and no peer-reviewed evidence, on vaccine efficacy or effectiveness to date for Omicron," the WHO said.
Sputnik V Covid vax effective against Omicron variant: Study
Based on the data the expected efficacy of Sputnik V with Sputnik Light booster against Omicron infection could be more than 80 per cent, the statement said.
Bharat Biotech to donate 2 lakh doses of Covaxin to Vietnam
Hyderabad, Dec 16 : Bharat Biotech announced on Thursday that it will donate two lakh doses of its…
Omicron will not likely affect India the way Delta did: Top virologist
According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), "preliminary data doesn't indicate that this is more severe".
UK PM Boris Johnson warns of ‘Omicron Tidal Wave’, sets new booster target
Meanwhile, Health Secretary Sajid Javid on Monday, confirmed that 10 people in England are hospitalised with Omicron, with no deaths confirmed.
Modi, Rahul, Rakhi Sawant feature in vax data in Bihar’s Saharsa
When contacted, Dr Awadhesh Kumar, civil surgeon, said that the matter is under investigation. The department has not received any complaint so far.
Column: Will Work From Home come to stay?
That online retail businesses have generally grown speaks of the healthy competition for quality that they willingly faced in their endeavour to retain the edge.
Omicron: Booster Doses may be necessary in India: Virologist Dr. Shahid Jameel
Early lab results from South Africa and Us drug maker Pfizer showed about a 40- and 25-fold drop in virus neutralisation ability of the vaccine.
85% of eligible population given first Covid-19 vaccine dose: Health Minister
New Delhi, Dec 6 : Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Monday said that 85 per cent of…
India ranked fourth most powerful country in Asia
India finishes in 4th place in four other measures: economic capability, military capability, resilience and cultural influence.
Kamal Haasan discharged from hospital
On November 22, Kamal Haasan, following his return from America, was admitted to Sri Ramachandra Medical Centre here after he tested positive for COVID-19.
Turkey confirms 20,374 daily Covid-19 cases
Turkey started mass Covid-19 vaccination on January 14.
Omicron enters Maharashtra via Delhi as Thane man tests positive
In the past four days (since December 1), 8 passengers have tested positive for Covid-19 and their samples sent for genomic sequencing as a precaution.
UK records more than 50,000 new Covid cases
The latest figures suggested that one in 60 people in England are estimated to have Covid.
Centre clarifies on 3rd wave possibility after Omicron detection
"Hence vaccines are expected to still offer protection against severe disease, and vaccination with the available vaccines is crucial. If eligible, but not vaccinated, one should get vaccinated,"
Entry of non-vaccinated people to be banned in Delhi
NEW DELHI : ENTRY OF PEOPLE WITHOUT COVID VACCINATION ARE LIKELY TO BE BANNED IN DELHI AMID NEW…
US mulls tighter Covid-19 mandates amid federal court blockades
New York, Dec 2 : The Joe Biden administration is preparing stricter testing requirements for all travellers entering…
Americans urged to get vaxxed as 1st Omicron variant case detected in US
The Biden administration moved in late November to restrict travel from South Africa and seven other southern African countries where the Omicron variant was identified.
1st US case of Omicron Covid-19 variant reported in California
New York, Dec 2 : The US has identified the country’s first confirmed case of the Omicron Covid-19…
South African President warns of 4th wave as Omicron spreads to all provinces
Ramaphosa said the Covid-19 virus, like all viruses, does mutate and form new variants. The likelihood of the emergence of more severe forms of variants is increased significantly where people are not vaccinated.
Parliament’s winter session likely to be stormy
The Union government is likely to introduce 26 Bills in the winter session and hold discussion on three other Bills.
India willing to supply Covishield and Covaxin to other countries: Mandaviya
"Being the Pharmacy of the World, India has generously supplied HCQ tablets and other medical equipment to 27 countries. Under the Vaccine Maitri initiative, 6.63 crore doses were sent to 95 countries."
India’s GDP expected to grow by 8.5% YoY in Q2FY22: Acuite
According to the agency, the steady progress in vaccination has improved consumer sentiments.
US authorizes Pfizer, Moderna Covid-19 vaccine boosters for all adults
The advisers will recommend how the boosters should be used. If CDC Director Rochelle Walensky signs off on broader use, the extra shots could be available for all adults as soon as this weekend.
110 countries recognise India’s Covishield, Covaxin: Source
New Delhi, Nov 19 : As of now as many as 110 countries have recognized India’s Covid vaccines…
Fitch Ratings affirms India’s sovereign rating at BBB-, outlook negative
The agency cited India's strong medium-term growth outlook relative to peers as a key supporting factor for the rating and an important driver of the current baseline of a modestly declining public debt trajectory.
SpiceJet’s Q2FY22 standalone net loss sequentially narrows to Rs 561.7 cr
Mumbai, Nov 13 : Airline major SpiceJet‘s Q2FY22 standalone net loss narrowed to Rs 561.7 crore on a…
Lakhimpur Kheri violence to harm BJP in Assembly polls
The survey was conducted across all the 403 Assembly constituencies in the state with a sample size of 3,571 in each.
British newspaper unveils Covid-19 vaccine inequality among US kids
Caballero is concerned about equal access to vaccine for children and is calling for transparent data on race and ethnicity among children's vaccinations from the CDC, according to The Guardian.
Priyanka Gandhi meets ASHA workers in Lucknow
The ASHA workers were recently beaten up by the police when they attempted to meet Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath during his visit to Shahjahanpur.
Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray admitted to Reliance Hospital, Surgery for Neck Issues likely
Uddhav Thackeray said he would be admitted to the hospital later this evening for 2-3 days to get the proper treatment, but did not go into details, and officials also remained tight-lipped.
India’s FY22 GDP expected to grow at 10-10.5%: Brickwork Ratings
Amid the waning possibility of a third Covid wave, the agency expects the economy to register better growth in the remaining part of the year.
Turkey reports 25,304 daily Covid-19 cases
Turkey started mass Covid-19 vaccination on January 14 after the authorities approved the emergency use of the Chinese Sinovac vaccine
BJP National Executive meeting accuses Opposition of working with hostility
The BJP is working on the development works undertaken by its governments and strengthening the party organization.
Bumper Diwali Season’s Sales: Not revenge buying but sustainable demand
As per CAIT's data, the season last year recorded sales of about Rs 72,000 crore, in 2019 it was Rs 60,000 crore and Rs 50,000 crore in 2018 and Rs 43,000 crore in 2017.
Muhurat Trade Session: Indices make Healthy Gains, Sensex up over 295 pts
The trade saw the key equity indices - S&P BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty50 -- make handsome gains from the start.
Covid-19 situation in Germany could further worsen amid fourth wave, warns RKI
According to Germany's DIVI intensive care registry, 2,226 Covid-19 patients were treated in intensive care units as of Wednesday, around 460 more than a week ago.
Social Media: A saviour or a predator?
Taken together, the documents underline just how extensively Facebook was allegedly studying coronavirus and vaccine misinformation on its platform as the virus tore across the world, unearthing findings that concerned its own employees.
SBI, Bharti Airtel seen as top Muhurat Session picks for 2021
"We feel Investors can buy the stock at LTP and add on dips to Rs 623 for a target of Rs 810."
Egypt receives new shipment of donated Chinese Sinovac vaccine
Egypt plans to vaccinate 40 million adults by the end of 2021.
Putin urges mutual recognition of Covid-19 vaccines among G20 members
He also called on the G20 members to develop mechanisms for a systematic and prompt update of vaccines given the fact that the coronavirus continues to mutate
PM Modi meets Pope Francis, invites him to visit India
Modi becomes the fifth Indian Prime Minister to meet the Pope at the Vatican after Jawaharlal Nehru, Indira Gandhi, I.K. Gujral, and Vajpayee.
India’s Q3CY21 YoY Gold Demand up 47%: WGC
According to the WGC, the upcoming festive and wedding season, is expected to be the busiest gold-buying season, since the start of Covid.
Complaining about the Chinese vaccine is dangerous
The South China Morning Post spoke with a lawyer from the city who claimed that any issue related to vaccination and failures often cause strong reaction from the authorities, and hence cannot be addressed so easily.
Trinamool, BJP blame each other for rising Fuel Prices
"The country is reeling under an unprecedented rise in fuel prices for several months now, but the BJP government is not concerned about the common people and their wellbeing,"
SII seeks regular marketing authorisation for Covishield from DCGI
New Delhi, Oct 25 : Serum Institute of India (SII) on Monday sought regular marketing authorisation for Covid…
Acuite retains India’s FY22 growth forecast at 10% on likely festive demand
The index tracks the momentum in the economy in the aftermath of the Covid pandemic on a monthly basis, constructed on the basis of 16 high frequency macroeconomic indicators.
UK records nearly 50,000 new coronavirus cases
The country also reported a further 179 coronavirus-related deaths.
India issues revised travel advisory, negative RT-PCR Report must
India has agreements for mutual recognition of nationally or WHO recognised Covid-19 vaccines with 11 countries - the UK, France, Germany, Nepal, Belarus, Lebanon, Armenia, Ukraine, Belgium, Hungary, and Serbia.
IMF revises down Asia economy growth forecast to 6.5%
Most of the downgrades in the region come from emerging market and low-income countries, led by India and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations.
IMF revises down Asia growth forecast to 6.5 pct amid resurgence of pandemic
He also noted that all countries must take steps to avoid long-term scarring from the pandemic, rising inequality and poverty, and setbacks in human capital accumulation.
Britain records highest daily Covid death toll since early March
The latest data came after the country reported 49,156 cases of Covid-19 on Monday, marking the largest daily rise since lockdown rules ended in England three months ago.
India, Israel to renew Negotiations on Free Trade Agreements
Lapid and Jaishankar, accompanied by their spouses, later visited the Shalva Centre, which cares for children with disabilities and provided support to their families.
Japanese PM Fumio Kishida Announces Outline of Covid counter-measures
The government said it would prepare the medical infrastructure that could endure another wave of infections worse than the fifth one.
IMF keeps India’s 2021-22 GDP growth at 9.5%, retains top global spot
The global economy is projected to grow 5.9 per cent in 2021 and 4.9 per cent in 2022 - a 0.1 percentage point lower for 2021 than in the July forecast.
India to lift all Domestic Flight capacity curbs from Oct 18
As per Tuesday's order, the capacity will be raised to 100 per cent from 85 per cent, which was set by the Civil Aviation Ministry.
India’s Economy is expected to grow by 8.3 per cent this Fiscal Year: World Bank
"The Production-Linked Incentives scheme to boost manufacturing, and a planned increase in public investment, should support domestic demand," it said.
Covid united all Indians, says President Kovind
Our Corona Warriors - doctors, nurses, paramedics, and others - have made our country proud with their relentless efforts, he said.
All barriers for authorisation of Sputnik V vax removed: Russia
The WHO said it has delayed approving the jab until a new inspection can be carried out at one of the plants where Sputnik V was manufactured.
After Moderna chief, now Pfizer says Covid-19 will end in a year
As a result, Bourla suggested it is likely annual coronavirus vaccine shots will be needed, CNBC reported.
73% in 12 Odisha Districts develop Antibody against Covid-19
Among the seropositive adults, around 66.5 per cent had received at least the first dose of vaccine, said the director.
Hasina demands intensified global actions with ‘real urgency’ to repatriate Rohingyas
Bangladesh organised the event co-sponsored by eight countries and organisations including the UK, Ireland, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Organisation of Islamic Cooperation, and the European Union.
Covid Alpha variant evolving ‘to become better at spreading in air’
These major increases in airborne virus from Alpha infections occurred before the Delta variant arrived and indicate that the virus is evolving to be better at travelling through the air.
Health Minister visits AIIMS, discusses Health Infra Nationwide
The Minister was on a visit to the Delhi AIIMS where he held discussions with Six AIIMS across the country.
UP govt to raise retirement age of doctors to 70 years
Doctors with more experience are needed at the moment, he told reporters.
India sets world record of administering over 2.50 crore vaccine doses in a day
The daily Covid-19 vaccination in the country was over 1 crore on September 6, August 31 and August 27.
Congress seeks probe against Modi, ICMR over media report on Covid-19 response
The Congress cited a recent media report to allege "criminal culpability" of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, former Health Minister Harsh Vardhan and senior officials of the ICMR in fudging data
New York Times article on India’s Covid-19 response ‘provocative’, ‘attention-seeking’: Health Ministry
Condemning the article, NITI Aayog Member (Health), V.K. Paul, said, "We condemn such distorted and out of context reporting. This is not desirable."
UK records another 30,597 Covid-19 cases
The total number of people in hospital with coronavirus in the country currently stands at 8,340. It has been over 8,000 for eight of the past nine days.
With dried up foreign aid, Afghanistan braces for humanitarian crisis
United Nations has warned that a far greater humanitarian crisis is just beginning in Afghanistan, urging the international community to not turn their eyes away.
70% of Nepal’s population developed Covid antibodies, finds study
Nepal launched its vaccination campaign on January 27 with 1 million doses of Covishield received in grant assistance from India.
2 men die in Japan after being administered dose of suspended Covid-19 vaccine
Moderna and Takeda said in a joint statement Saturday that they were working with the health ministry to investigate the two deaths.
Doctors, academicians write Letter to Reopen Primary Schools
The letter said the aim of vaccination is to prevent severe illness and death, however, children are relatively at a low risk of severe or fatal Covid-19 infection.
Covaxin single-dose to Covid infected equivalent to 2 doses for unaffected: ICMR
Almost all participants with prior Covid-19 infection except two had detectable antibodies at the time of vaccination. This study offers evidence in support of public health-oriented and immunologically sustained vaccine strategies.
Only Kerala has the full Covid data: Virologist
According to the present statistics of the 3.30 crore Kerala population, around 1.98 crore have got their first dose, while 71 lakh have received both the doses.
India records sharp single-day surge with 37,593 new Covid cases
A total of 34,169 patients were discharged from the hospitals and health centres in the last 24 hours, taking the total number of cured to 3,17,54,281 to the date in India.
Maharashtra has 231 Delta Plus patients, including 128 in Mumbai
While 128 patients are found infected with the Delta Plus, 2 were Alpha types, 24 were Kappa types, and the rest showed common Covid-19 virus infections.
Covid Third Wave possibility now negligible: IIT Kanpur
Prof Agarwal claimed that by October, the number of cases in states like Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Delhi, Madhya Pradesh will reach unit digit.
‘Covaxin for children may get DGCI nod before trial period’
A total of 90 children were subjected to Covaxin trials in Karnataka.
Sonia Gandhi Emphasises on Opposition Unity ahead of 2024 Lok Sabha polls
On the other hand, Congress leader Kapil Sibal had organised a dinner party on August 9 which was attended by several top Opposition leaders.
Britain records another 36,572 coronavirus cases
More than 87 per cent of people aged 16 and over in Britain have had their first dose of vaccine and more than 75 per cent have received both doses, the latest figures showed.
Vaccine Injustice is a Shame on all Humanity: WHO
At the briefing, Maria Van Kerkhove, the WHO's technical lead on Covid-19 noted that while data from some countries indicate that the delta variant causes an increased risk of hospitalisation, it is preventing deaths.
Malta donates 40,000 Covid-19 vaccine doses to Libya
World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus commended Malta for the gesture, in a reply to Fearne's tweet.
Delta Plus Covid-19 virus variant: Maharashtra records 3rd death in Raigad
On Wednesday, the Maharashtra Health Department had pegged the number of Delta Plus variant patients in the state at 65 till date, as per data from the Institute of Genomics Integrative Biology lab.
Iran’s Ayatollah Ali Khamenei urges ‘decisive’ measures to control Covid-19 spread
Moreover, vaccines, whether imported or domestically-produced, should be provided earnestly and made available to all people, he stressed.
Opposition was denied to raise people’s issue: Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury
The proceedings of the Lok Sabha on Wednesday adjourned sine die two days ahead of its schedule, making an end to the Monsoon session. The House was scheduled to end on August 13.
DCGI okays study on mixing Covaxin and Covishield, trial in Vellore
The ICMR had analysed an "accidental" mixing of Covishield and Covaxin.
Banks’ asset risks rise, but credit strength to stay intact: Moody’s
It further said that banks' strong loss-absorbing buffers, policy support and the virus impact focused on a few segments will keep their credit strength intact.
100-yr-old TB vaccine may protect elderly against Covid: ICMR
Further understanding of the results may support the vaccine efficacy and explore innovative applications of BCG vaccination, the team said.
Unvaccinated people at double risk of re-infection from Covid-19: US CDC
However, it "should be interpreted with caution given the small numbers of partially vaccinated persons included in the analysis", the agency added.
Johnson and Johnson single-dose vaccine gets emergency approval in India
It will be brought to India through a supply agreement with India's indigenous vaccine maker Biological E Limited.
Covid-19 community transmission substantial or high in most of US: CDC
Washington, Aug 7 : Covid-19 community transmission is substantial or high in most of the US, the Centers…
Covovax for adults in Oct, for children in Jan-Feb: Adar Poonawalla
New Delhi, Aug 6 : The CEO of Serum Institute of India, Adar Poonawalla, on Friday expressed hope…
More than half a billion doses of Covid-19 vaccines, India highest in South-East Asia Region: WHO
Maldives has vaccinated half its population with two doses and nearly 60 per 100 coverage with one dose of Covid-19 vaccine.