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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.
Russia develops Covid Antibody Test System for Animals
While currently there is no evidence that animals play a significant role in spreading the disease to humans, infections have been confirmed in various species worldwide on -- dogs, cats, apes, and minks.
Did Covid-19 virus leak from a Chinese lab? 18 top global scientists seek fresh answers
The authors of the letter question the finding of the World Health Organisation (WHO) into the origins of the virus. They said that the WHO had not made a "balanced consideration" of the theory that it may have come from a laboratory incident.
Covid Vaccine: Infections reported among Sputnik V trial volunteers
On August 11, Russia became the first country in the world to register the vaccine against coronavirus which was named Sputnik V.
With Fadnavis, Covid drives 4 prominent BJP leaders out of Bihar campaign
On Saturday, Devendra Fadnavis, in-charge of the election, also tested positive, providing a setback to the BJP.
Low indoor air humidity increases Covid-19 spread: Study
This week, another study published in the journal Transboundary and Emerging Diseases, found that low humidity, dry air can increase the risk of Covid-19 virus.
Moderna begins phase-3 clinical trial of COVID vaccine in US
Washington, July 28: Pharmaceutical company Moderna has begun a phase-3 clinical trial to evaluate an investigational vaccine known…
India Adds Nearly 1 Lakh More Cases Within 48 Hours
The government is making all efforts to come up with a vaccine against the novel coronavirus so that human lives can be saved. The authorities have started human trials of indigenous vaccines in six cities.
Cleaning and hygiene tips to help keep the COVID-19 virus out of your home
From doing laundry to preparing meals — every day measures to help protect your family.
Centre extends nationwide lockdown till May 31, guidelines to be issued soon
The extension came amid considerable relaxations being introduced in non-containment zones across the country. The order came as the lockdown 3.0 was to end on Sunday midnight.
Antibody found to block COVID-19 virus 100% in experiments
Sorrento said STI-1499 will likely be the first antibody in the antibody cocktail (COVI-SHIELD) it is developing.
Rahul lauds nurses, says they are first line of defence against COVID-19 virus
New Delhi, May 12 : Former Congress President Rahul Gandhi has lauded the nurses who are acting as…
Column: The key is to adapt to a changed world – Corona’s sting – II
As a wise man said: "Cost of living is cheap, the cost of lifestyle is experience."
Column: The change we did not see – Corona’s Sting – I
An oft repeated adage ‘change is the only constant is perhaps axiomatic and true in most cases. Yet…
Silent carriers can be dangerous in spread of Covid-19, reveals data from Wuhan
China may not have been adding silent carriers on its official list, but it prevented the spread of the disease by isolating and monitoring them.
Passengers seen protesting against quarantine at IGI Airport
New Delhi, March 18 : Scenes of protest from international passengers against being placed under quarantine to curb…