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Revolutionizing Healthcare- Enhancing Patient Experience and Improving Health Outcomes through Technology

As technology continues to advance, we can anticipate the emergence of even more innovative solutions to further improve patient experiences in healthcare.

Bird flu – Jharkhand on alert, know its prevention and symptoms in humans

Recently, a fresh new case of avian influenza has been seen in the Bokaro district of Jharkhand. The government is on alert after 400 chickens died in the last 5 days after being affected by bird flu confirms a Kolkata lab.

Mask made little or no difference in protecting against COVID-19, a study finds

A recent study, conducted by the UK-based Cochrane Review shows that wearing masks in the community probably made little or no difference in protecting against COVID-19.

Union Budget 2023-2024: What's for Healthcare?

Today, the Union Budget was announced by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman for the years 2023–2024. Let's find out what the budget has for the healthcare sector.

The National Health Policy achieved a new milestone

India has achieved the target of the National Health Policy for MMR of less than 100/lakh live birth. Various healthcare initiatives under the umbrella of the National Health Mission have helped effectively in lowering the Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR).

Bengali Actress, Aindrila Sharma passes away at the age of 24

Celebs have been in new always for their movies, songs, and films. These days young celebs are falling prey to early deaths. Let us check out one such story of a young celeb Aindrila Sharma.

Siddhaanth Vir Surryavanshi collapses in the gym

It has been reported that Tv actor Siddhaanth Vir Surryavanshi collapsed in the gym while working out and exercising. Let us know the details of why exercising is causing heart issues.

Pristyn Care and Impact Guru Foundation join hands to sponsor cataract surgery for underprivileged

Impact Guru Foundation (IGF) has partnered with Pristyn Care to launch the initiative ‘Save the Sight’ campaign.

24/7 Tele mental health service, Tele-MANAS launched

The Union Health Ministry has launched a 24*7 Tele - mental health service, Tele Mental Health Assistance and Networking Across States (Tele-MANAS) to address the growing mental health crisis.

India’s first indigenously developed vaccine against cervical cancer will hit the market soon

India’s first indigenously developed human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine will be soon administered to women in near future. The research and development related to vaccines have been completed and SII will start manufacturing the vaccine soon.

One of our primary focus areas is healthcare, says PM Modi ji

Modiji stated The coming years will belong to those who have invested in healthcare." I am proud of the work our government has done to strengthen the healthcare sector in India."

Covid vaccine Corbevax for children between 12-18 years of age

Latest Corbevax news

India’s cumulative vaccination coverage over 175.78 Crore

India Covid-19 vaccination news

National Medical Commission cautions against university admissions in China

Aspiring Indian medical students of Chinese Universities cautioned

Covid-19: Delhi schools reopen for nursery to Class 8 students as physical sessions resume

India Covid News Update Feb 14

India’s COVID-19 vaccination coverage crosses 171.73 Crore mark

India Covid-19 vaccine news

Schools reopen in Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Gujarat, Odisha and Kerala after decline in COVID-19 cases

Latest Covid - 19 news ; India

Govt approved 3,855 applications for PM CARES to support children who have lost parents due to COVID: Smriti Irani

PM Cares fund for children

Jammu &Kashmir completes 100 % first dose coverage in 15 - 18 years age group

Jammu and Kashmir news

Over 166 crore three lakh vaccine doses administered under Nationwide Vaccination Drive so far

India Covid-19 status Jan31

India administers over 141 crore 73 lakh vaccine doses; recovery rate stands at 98.40 percent

India Covid vaccination update

Kerala reports 3,382 new COVID-19 cases, 59 deaths;

Health minister informed the threat of 'Omicron' would be discussed with CM in the review meeting

Maharashtra reports 536 new COVID-19 cases, 21 deaths in last 24 hrs

India Covid News Update

Union Health Ministry revises guidelines for international arrivals amid concerns on new Covid -19 variant Omicron

New Covid SOP for international travellers

New Omicron cases detected across the world; Australia reports two cases

Covid news update 29.11.2021

Pandemic not over: Germany reports record 50,000 new Covid cases

Germany experiences a new wave of Covid-19

United Kingdom recognises India-made Covaxin for inbound travel

Covaxin approve by UK

HM launches ‘Ayushmaan CAPF’ health card to provide health care services to all CAPF personnel, their dependents

New health card for CAPF and their dependents

HM launches ‘Ayushmaan CAPF’ health card to provide health care services to all CAPF personnel, their dependents

New health card for CAPF and their dependents

97% people have Covid-19 antibodies in Delhi, shows sero survey

India latest covid news

Delhi reports 42 new cases of Covid-19 in last 24 hours

India covid vaccine news update

41 persons including one CAPF personnel confirmed for COVID-19 in Manipur

India Covid-19 news

SOM Biotech granted orphan drug designation by the FDA for SOM3355

Latest FDA approval news

Oyster Point Pharma Announces FDA Approval of TYRVAYA (varenicline solution)

Nasal spray for the treatment of the signs and symptoms of Dry Eye Disease

Wave Life Sciences and Takeda Amend CNS Collaboration

India rapidly approaching milestone of 100 crore COVID vaccine doses

India covid vaccination update

India's Covid-19 vaccination coverage crosses 95 crore 82 lakh mark

Latest India Covid vaccination news

Covaxin gets EUA for children aged 2-18 years

The Subject Expert Committee (SEC) has approved emergency use of Bharat Biotech's Covaxin for children in the 2-18 years age group

WHO recommends third dose of Corona vaccine for those with weaker immunity

Latest WHO news

India achieves major milestone in vaccination against Covid; Almost 25% of the eligible population fully vaccinated

Latest Covid news India

Sputnik Light vs Sputnik V – Know the difference

All about Russia’s Sputnik vaccine

DCGI permits ‘Sputnik Light’ to conduct Phase III trials in India

The Drug Controller General of India has approved the single-dose COVID vaccine Sputnik Light to conduct phase 3 trials on the Indian population

Six States,UTs administer first dose of Covid vaccine to their entire eligible population

US states that had worst Covid-19 case rates in past week also reported the highest rates of new vaccinations

US Covid-19 news

Japan suspends use of about 1.63 million doses of Moderna vaccine due to contamination

Japan covid news update

Pfizer jab side effects in 12-15 year olds at high risk of COVID-19 complications, mild to moderate

Study numbers are small, but data representative of those most likely to benefit

Bihar govt relaxes Covid-19 restrictions

Latest Covid News Update - India

First needle less COVID vaccines for children and adult above 12 years got approval for EUA

Zydus Cadila’s ZyCov-D, Covid vaccine got Emergency Use Authorization for children and adults 12 years and above

Booster Shot for COVID 19 – Why might we need them?

America is recommending the administration of booster shots eight months after being fully vaccinated. Know more about a booster shot

Telangana: Total COVID-19 cases cross 6.5 lakh mark with 494 new cases

Telangana Covid-19 news update

Mixing two different COVID-19 vaccines gives a better immune response?

Different studies are being carried out worldwide to understand if a combination of two different vaccines can outperform two doses of the same vaccines

Telangana reports 453 new cases of Covid-19 during past 24 hours

Telangana covid news update

Over 38 lakh people receive COVID vaccine in special drive in Bangladesh

Bangladesh Covid-19 News Update

Centre rushes multi-disciplinary team to Maharashtra to monitor Zika virus situation

Zika in Maharashtra news update

Herd Immunity – Will not be uniform across India

“1/3rd population is still vulnerable to COVID infection. Herd immunity will not be same across India,” Experts

Kerala records 13,984 COVID cases on Monday

Kerala pandemic numbers continue to rise

CDC updates guidance, recommends vaccinated people wear masks indoors in certain areas

Latest CDC Covid guidelines

Indian Railways' Oxygen Express arrives in Bangladesh

India supplies oxygen to Bangladesh

Kerala reports 17,466 new COVID 19 cases

Kerala still tops the charts in total infections

Japan sends 2.45 lakh AstraZeneca COVID vaccines to Bangladesh, 3 million doses to follow

Japan helps Bangladesh to fight the pandemic

The first case of co-infection in India after being fully vaccinated

“A case of Assam doctor, getting infected with two COVID variants simultaneously after taking both doses of vaccine”

Madhya Pradesh again tops country in administering highest doses of COVID vaccine

India CovidNews update

2025 AIDS targets set in International AIDS Conference

As per UNAIDS, the co-sponsored joint programme of the UN, “Since the first cases of HIV got reported more than 35 years ago, 78 million people have been infected with HIV and 35 million have died from AIDS-related illnesses.” There have been global efforts to end AIDS as a public health threat by 2030. 2025 AIDS targets is a step in this direction

Kerala continues to report surge in Covid cases as it confirms 13,956 new positive cases

Kerala covid news update

WHO proposes fresh coronavirus investigation in China and lab audits over to find origin of virus

WHO on the source of Coronavirus

Thiruvananthapuram City Council steps up preventive measures in wake of Zika virus outbreak

Zika outbreak news

India records 41,806 fresh Covid-19 cases, 581 fatalities in 24 hours

India registered 41,806 new Covid-19 cases and 581 fatalities due to the infection in the last 24 hours, according to the latest data released by the Union Health Ministry.

No jabs, no job: Fiji to make Covid-19 vaccine compulsory for all workers

Fiji has decided to make the Covid-19 vaccine compulsory for all workers, with the prime minister issuing a blunt message: "no jabs, no job".

Health Ministry says, more than 37.93 crore vaccine doses dispatched to States and UTs

India vaccination update July 9

Sydney to be in lockdown for another week as Australia's largest city fights to contain COVID outbreak

Sydney lockdown extended

India sees 723 Covid deaths in last 24 hours, lowest in 3 months; 39,796 new cases reported

India reported 39,796 new Covid-19 cases on Monday with 723 fatalities in the last 24 hours, the lowest daily death toll in three months.

PM Modi to address CoWIN Global Conclave today

CoWin have major support from many countries

1 crore 56 thousand COVID-19 vaccine doses administered in Chhattisgarh till now

Chhattisgarh Vaccination news update

Mumbai: BMC revises guidelines for vaccination at workplaces, housing societies

The vaccination camps could be only done by the selected organizations with BMC approval

Germany issues world's strongest recommendation for mixing Covid-19 vaccines

Mixing vaccines are safe says Germany

The Delta variant has now been detected in all 50 states and Washington, DC reports CNN

US Coronavirus status update

UP cluster based Mega covid vaccination drive to be launched from today

This would enable the government to inoculate more than 10 crore people 3 month

Lonza Invests CHF 20 million to Expand API Development and Manufacturing Facility in Nansha, China

The expanded laboratories and manufacturing facilities at Nansha are expected to come online between Q1 2022 and Q3 2022.

Delhi reports 94 new cases of Corona virus infection in last 24 hrs

Delhi Coronavirus cases update

South Africa reimposes restrictions for two weeks to combat surge in Coronavirus Delta variant

SA under lockdown and other details

Saudi Arabia to start inoculating young people aged 12 to 18 yrs against COVID-19

Arab News reports that Saudi Arabia would soon complete the vaccination process

Indonesia detects record over 21,000 Coronavirus cases in single day

On Saturday, the government said, it had reached its goal of inoculating more than one million people in a single day.

Tamil Nadu extends Covid-19 lockdown, eases curbs as concern grows over Delta Plus variant

The Tamil Nadu government has extended the Covid-19 lockdown in the state for another week

Haryana extends lockdown till July 5 with certain relaxations

Haryana government has announced the extension of the coronavirus lockdown by another week till July 5

Second shot is must,' top health official urges as Delta variant remains a pressing threat

Unvaccinated people are more at risk from Delta variant

Country soon to get world’s first DNA-plasmid vaccine by Zydus Cadilla: Chairman COVID-19 NTAGI

Zydus Cadila vaccine to be available by September

FDA adds a warning to Covid-19 vaccines about risk of heart inflammation

FDA say benefits outweigh the heart problem risks

Madhya Pradesh records first death from Delta Plus variant of Covid-19

Genome sequencing has confirmed that a Covid patient who succumbed to the virus in Madhya Pradesh's Ujjain on May 23 had contracted the Delta Plus variant.

Rural India accounts for 64% of vaccine doses administered on first day of vaccination under revised guidelines

India Vaccine drive latest news

Oxford University starts testing Ivermectin for treating Coronavirus

Ivermectin resulted in a reduction of virus replication in laboratory studies, the university said, adding that a small pilot showed giving the drug early could reduce viral load.

Over 29 crore 40 lakh Covid vaccines doses administered in country so far

India vaccination drive latest numbers

Statewide free mega vaccine campaign launched in Gujarat in presence of Union Home Minister Amit Shah

Mega vaccine campaign for 18+ years in Gujarat launched by Amit Shah

Prime Minister Narendra Modi says Yoga has given us hope that we can fight COVID-19

Yoga for Wellness is the theme for 2021

CNN analysis: Where vaccination is up, Covid-19 cases are down

CNN research shows vaccination is bringing down new Covid cases

International Yoga Day being celebrated across the Globe today

Yoga for Wellness is the theme for 2021

PM addresses the Nation today, announces free vaccines

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi addresses the Nation, in New Delhi today.

FDA says to avoid eating cicadas 'if you're allergic to seafood'

Cicadas may be irritating but generally nontoxic

Covid: Russia starts vaccinating animals

Vaccines for animals is effective for 6 months

WHO renames UK and other variants with Greek letters

WHO is in the renaming game of the different variants of Coronavirus, just what the doctor ordered

WHO approves China’s SINOVAC Covid vaccine for Emergency Use Listing

Sinovac joins the list of WHO approved vaccines

Bird flu: China sees first human case of rare H10N3 strain

Bird flu is in action; China and the European countries

ICMR initiates efforts in mission mode to ramp up testing to 45 lakhs per day

ICMR testing capacity to increase

Indian Navy installs medical ICU on-board Advanced Light Helicopter at Goa's naval air station INS Hansa

Indian Navy helps in the fight against covid

New study says Corona virus was created by Chinese Scientist in Wuhan Lab

The origin of Coronavirus may be in lab claims latest research

FDA authorizes monoclonal antibody therapy for emergency use in some patients 12 and older

The authorization is specifically for those with mild-to-moderate Covid-19, who are at risk of getting much sicker

Number and relative age of siblings is linked to risk of cardiovascular events

First-born children have a lower risk of cardiovascular events, but having lots of siblings is associated with an increased risk

Methotrexate users have a reduced immune response to mRNA COVID-19 vaccine

Methotrexate is commonly taken by patients with rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, and other autoimmune diseases

ViraGen – Cipla’s RT-PCR Covid19 test kit in market

“This test kit is approved by Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and uses multiplex PCR technology”

On-site registration and appointment for 18+ at Government vaccination centers

“Peoples of 18 – 44 years age group are allowed for on – site registration and appointment for COVID19 vaccination”

On-site registration and appointment for 18+ at Government vaccination centers

“Peoples of 18 – 44 years age group are allowed for on – site registration and appointment for COVID19 vaccination”

Rajasthan govt extends lockdown till June 8

Rajasthan government extends lockdown

Maharashtra records 26,672 new COVID-19 cases, 189 deaths

New cases are on wane

Early research suggests dogs might be able to sniff out Covid-19 infections

Dogs are being trained for detecting Covid in UK

Bharat Biotech may begin paediatric trials of Covaxin in June

Bharat Biotech in lead for vaccine approval for children

DRDO develops antibody detection-based kit 'DIPCOVAN'

DRDO helps with new Covid detection kit

India to start production of Sputnik V in August

“India will start production of 850 million doses of Sputnik V vaccine by August”

Canada extends ban on India flights; Manitoba asks Trudeau for help

Canada on Friday announced to extend its ban on incoming passenger flights from India and Pakistan by 30 days. The ban will continue till June 21 as part of a campaign to fight Covid-19.

Black Fungus is now declared the epidemic

“Cases of black fungus have started coming from many states with higher mortality rate”

India’s first home testing kit for coronavirus gets approval by ICMR

“Test kit will be of Rs 250 and will provide the result within 15 minutes”

New guidelines for vaccination of lactating mothers

“If the person has been infected with COVID after the first dose, the second dose should be taken after three months of full COVID recovery”

Lockdown in Odisha extended till June 1

Odisha covid tide on the wane after peaking on May 13

Oxford University and Oracle partner to speed identification of COVID-19 variants

The platform will be free for researchers and non-profits to use worldwide

European Union's drugs regulator says, Pfizer COVID vaccine can now be stored at fridge temperature for up to a month

Now Pfizer vaccines would ave extended shelf life

Lockdown in Delhi extended by another week till May 24

National capital under lockdown

Dr. Reddy’s tie up with Apollo Hospitals

Apollo hospital will be pricing Sputnik V vaccine Rs 1200-1250 per dose.

Bharat Biotech's Covaxin effective against Coronavirus strains found in India and UK

Covaxin effective against the second type of coronavirus says study

Cases of Black Fungus are increasing day by day

“This mainly affects people who are on medications for their co-morbidities that reduce their ability to fight with environmental pathogens”

No COVID-19 vaccination drive in Mumbai on 15 and 16 May, says BMC

BMC stops vaccination due to shortage

Covid vaccines: Mixing increases reports of mild side-effects

Effects of mixing vaccines explained

Government expands free distribution drive of AYUSH-64 medicine to 25 locations in Delhi

Delhi government distributes Ayush 64 to 25 locations in Delhi

Sputnik V - Third vaccine against COVID19 in India

"The first dose of Sputnik V vaccine was administered in Hyderabad”

Centre lobbied at WTO for access to foreign vaccines, but sat on licensing Covaxin for months

The Centre took more than six months to put its act together on the domestic front and shortlisted three PSUs only by April 2021 for the technology transfer of Covaxin.

Mixing Covid-19 vaccines tied to more side effects, early UK data suggests

Covid Vaccines and their side effects

Risk of dying from Covid-19 40 times the risk of rare blood clot after receiving J&J vaccine

A blood clot is less risky than Covid says CDC

11 COVID patients die in Tirupati due to lack of oxygen supply

Covid playing at its worst in India

US FDA authorizes Pfizer's Covid-19 vaccine for use in people ages 12 to 15

FDA approves Pfizer vaccine for 12-15 years age group on Monday

Emergency Use Authorization of a new drug for the treatment of COVID19

“A new drug for the treatment of COVID19 has got Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) by DCGI”

Delhi govt declares 14-day institutional quarantine for people arriving from Andhra Pradesh, Telangana

Now Delhi makes RT-PCR test compulsory for AP, Telengana travelers

Kerala: Complete lockdown to be imposed from tomorrow till May 16

Kerala also declares lockdown

Early stage cancer detection is possible merely by blood test with advancement in diagnostic technology

“Tzar labs and Epigeneres biotech has come up with a new blood test which can detect cancer even before the symptom starts”

WHO authorizes China's Sinopharm Covid-19 vaccine for emergency use

Sinopharm is the sixth vaccine to get WHO approval

New device to measure glucose level from sweat

“A new device with sweat sensor measures blood glucose in sweat and personalized algorithm convert this into blood glucose level”

India welcomes US for TRIPS agreement to ensure quick & affordable access to COVID vaccines and medicines

India the main initiator welcomes TRIP agreement

Janata Curfew extended till May 15 in Madhya Pradesh

MP right now occupies the seventh position in the Corona list

Railways delivers over 2,500 MT of liquid medical oxygen to various states across country

Railways proving to be a lifeline, again

Complete lockdown imposed in Bihar and Odisha to contain spread of Coronavirus

Complete lockdown in Bihar and Orissa

Centre waives off IGST on import of Corona related medical supplies

To facilitate procurement government let go duty on Covid imports

Leading doctors call on India to stop mass gatherings and consider postponing elections

Asian medical forums appeals to Indian government for controlling the pandemic

COVID vaccines don't stop one from getting infected, but help in reducing severity

Myths about the vaccine explained .... it cannot check infection but effectively control one with less severe effects

Union Education Ministry to all centrally funded institutions ; postpone all offline examinations scheduled in May

All May exams of Centrally affiliated institutions canceled

First batch of the Russian COVID-19 vaccine Sputnik V to arrive in country today

Sputnik V got emergency use approval in India

Gujarat govt to launch COVID vaccination drive for above 18 years in 10 districts from today

Gujarat begins vaccine drive today

Kerala continues to report surge in covid cases, as 37,199 new cases confirmed

Post-election Covid cases soar in Kerala

Post election Covid restrictions are back in Bengal; malls, restaurants, gyms shut till further orders

West Bengal government has ordered the closure of all shopping complexes/malls, beauty parlours, cinema halls, restaurants, and gyms

US bans menthol and other flavored cigarettes

CDC bans all flavored cigarettes

Maharashtra health minister Rajesh Tope warns of 3rd wave of Covid-19

Maharashtra prepares for 3rd wave

Prices of Covaxin for State govts reduced from 600 to 400 rupees

Covishield and Covaxin reduces the price

Railways makes 4,000 Covid Care coaches with almost 64,000 beds ready for use by States

After Oxygen express Railways are busily setting up extra beds

Centre provides more than 15 crore vaccines to States free of cost

Centre clears the air on vaccine distribution

Maharashtra reports sharp drop in daily COVID-19 cases

Maharashtra Covid-19 cases go down in the last two days

Sirnaomics Initiates Phase 2b Study using STP705 for treatment of Squamous Cell Skin Cancer

Surgery is currently the most common treatment option for the treatment of NMSC which often carry significant cutaneous adverse events, risk of scar, infection, bleeding and recurrence

Brazil rejects Russia's Sputnik Covid-19 vaccine though India is on the way of approving it

Brazil has quote "serious" defects and "inherent" risks of the vaccine

US President Joe Biden assures to provide assistance to India to deal with COVID-19 pandemic

US vows to help India

Sirnaomics Initiates Phase 2b Study using STP705 for treatment of Squamous Cell Skin Cancer

Surgery is currently the most common treatment option for the treatment of NMSC which often carry significant cutaneous adverse events, risk of scar, infection, bleeding and recurrence

Centre bans the use of liquid oxygen for all non-medical purposes

From today all industrial uses of oxygen is banned

ITBP-run Sardar Patel Covid Care Centre to be made operational in Delhi this morning

ITBP chips in with Covid hospital in the war against the pandemic

Govt permits ICMR to conduct study on drone usage for Covid-19 vaccine delivery

The Civil Aviation Ministry has permitted the Indian Council of Medical Research to conduct a feasibility test on using drones to deliver Covid-19 vaccines.

Lockdown 2.0 in Maharashtra to get stricter from today ; Board exams cancelled

Lockdown 2.0 in Maharashtra to get stricter to break the chain of covid infections

Google Fit Mobile App’s New Wellness Feature

It has been announced by Google that with the use of machine learning technique, readings of respiratory and heart rate of people can get recorded straight from smartphone cameras.

DRDO makeshift Covid hospital to use LCA Tejas oxygen technology

The Tejas light combat aircraft's "On-Board Oxygen Generation System (OBOGS)" has been called to action for fighting Covid-19

Maharashtra Government decides to restrict timings of grocery shops

The grocery shops in Maharashtra will remain open from 7 am to 11 am

Now all adults are eligible for vaccination: Central Government

Government opens up COVID-19 vaccination for all above 18 years of age from May 1

Indian Council of Medical Research Provides Comparative Analysis Between First and Second wave of Covid-19

Balram Bhargava, Director General, ICMR said that ventilator requirement was higher in the first wave and oxygen requirement is higher in the first wave of Covid-19.

US COVID News Update: Approximately 212 million Covid-19 vaccine doses have been administered in the US

About 40% of the US population, more than 132 million people, have received at least one dose of vaccine

Centre withdraws insurance cover for healthcare workers who die on Covid-19 duty

The Centre has withdrawn the insurance cover of Rs 50 lakh for the healthcare workers who die on the Covid-19 duty. A govt circular states that the scheme concluded on March 24, 2021.

Centre bans supply of oxygen for industrial usage to meet rising demand for treatment of COVID-19 patients

Except for 9 industries the ban covers every other

Railways say it can setup 3-lakh isolation beds across country; all set to run Oxygen Express trains

The railway will run Oxygen express trains using green corridors to get Oxygen in bulk and rapidly to patients.

Maharashtra records highest single-day spike of 63,729 Covid-19 cases

Total 398 fatalities were reported in the last 24 hours

US Covid Update: Nearly half of US states reported an increase in Covid-19 cases this week

Data shows that the fight against the pandemic is far from over

Amidst emerging covid cases, the search for “Prayer” soars high on Google

Power of Prayer - Worldwide people have been googling “Prayer” to a sky-rocketing degree in these covid times finds out a European researcher.

Nearly 6000 fresh COVID cases reported in West Bengal

With Bengal election on state reports a slew of new infections

Bangladesh receives over USD 1 billion financing for vaccination and COVID-19 pandemic response- World Bank

This is the second World bank loan to Bangladesh for fighting Covid

Centre approves increase in production of Remdesivir and reducing its prices

ED has been directed to act against black marketing of Remdesivir

CDC and FDA recommend US pause use of Johnson & Johnson's Covid-19 vaccine over blood clot concerns

After AstraZeneca Johnson Covid vaccine shows blood clotting risk

No plans of imposing countrywide lockdown amid recent spike in COVID-19 cases: FM Nirmala Sitharaman

Nirmala Sitharaman rules out lockdown possibility in interaction with World Bank group

National Capital Delhi reported a highest single-day spike of 13, 468 new COVID19 cases in the last 24 hours.

Delhi reports spike in Covid cases

Corona curfew starts in Bhopal to counter recent surge in Covid-19 cases

The curfew has been enforced from April 12, 9 PM till April 19, 6 am

RT-PCR negative test report is mandatory to enter Kumbh Mela: Health Ministry

Union Health Ministry yesterday issued SOPs on preventive measures to contain the spread of COVID-19 during Kumbh Mela

Sputnik V receives DCGI approval, makes it 3rd corona vaccine for India

The supply of the third vaccine is bound to strengthen the Covid-19 vaccination drive across the country.

US may not use AstraZeneca vaccine , Dr Anthony Fauci

WHO found that a causal relationship between the vaccines and blood clotting events is considered plausible but is not confirmed

Brazil reports 4000 Covid-19deaths in last 24 hours

President Jair Bolsonaro continues to oppose any lockdown measures to curb the outbreak

More than 3,600 US health workers died in Covid's first 12 months

Death of US healthcare workers hits hard

Centre asks Maharashtra, Punjab and Delhi to in radar for Covid-19 second wave

3 states reporting second wave of Covid-19

Uttar Pradesh govt to launch special focused covid vaccination drive

UP starts focused drive for vaccination

A third of Covid-19 survivors suffer 'brain disease

Long-term effects of Covid-19 infection

Tata Cancer Hospital appeals for blood donation as blood bank dry up

Immediate blood donation is needed for the kids suffering from Thalassemia

Daily Covid-19 case count crosses 1 lakh for first time since pandemic began

India saw a single-day spike of more than 1 lakh Covid-19 cases on Sunday, the highest since the pandemic began. With Sunday's tally, the active caseload crossed the 7-lakh mark.

Maharashtra govt announces stringent Covid-19 curbs including weekend lockdown

All amusement parks, religious places, saloons, parlours, gyms, indoor game facilities will remain closed. While all political, cultural and social gatherings will remain banned, cinema halls and theatres will also remain shut.

Telangana reports 965 fresh cases of COVID-19

Covid-19 cases are rising in Telangana

Delhi records 3,600 new COVID cases

Delhi reports fresh Covid19 cases

Bihar reports 662 new Covid cases in last 24 hrs

Bihar faces the second wave of Coronavirus

Strict restrictions to be announced in coming days: Maharashtra CM

CM Uddhav Thackeray warns of strict measures due to surge in Covid-19 cases

Madhya Pradesh reports 2,546 fresh cases of COVID-19

MP reports fresh covid-19 cases

BTC medication – A ray of hope for OTC medicines abuse

OTC medicine is a kind of self-medication. The popularity of OTC medicines often increases the abuse of these medicines. The pharmacist can play an important role in creating awareness among the general public regarding the safe use of OTC medicine”.

COVID19 Guidance for Home Quarantine: Solution to Persistent COVID19 symptoms

The country is witnessing a rapid surge of infections due to fatal viruses which are resulting in an increase in counts. Persistent Post COVID symptoms are increasing among the people countrywide and need special attention.

More than 3 lakh doses of COVID-19 vaccine administered in single day in Maharashtra

Maharashtra Covid vaccination update

Bangladesh bans arrival from Europe except UK and 12 other countries

Bangladesh bans travellers from certain countries to avoid the second wave of Covid

Malls, temples could be shut soon in Mumbai due to spike in Covid-19 pandemic

Mumbai Mayor Kishori Pednekar on Thursday hinted that fresh Covid-19 restrictions could be introduced from April 2 as the city recorded its highest ever single-day spike of 8,646 cases.

Madhya Pradesh reports 2,323 fresh covid positive cases

Indore, Bhopal and Jabalpur reports spike in Covid-19 cases

Germany and Canada limits use of AstraZeneca vaccine

Germany restricts the vaccine for those over 60 while Canada restriction at 55 years and older

Lockdown in Maharashtra's Aurangabad lifted after public backlash

A complete lockdown was supposed to be imposed in Maharashtra’s Aurangabad from Wednesday. However, after large-scale resentment, the district administration has called off the decision.

Lockdown in Maharashtra's Aurangabad lifted after public backlash

A complete lockdown was supposed to be imposed in Maharashtra’s Aurangabad from Wednesday. However, after large-scale resentment, the district administration has called off the decision.

WHO says animals and not lab is the possible source of Coronavirus outbreak

The least likely source: a laboratory leak, the WHO's joint international team concluded.

CDC report : Pfizer and Moderna vaccines are 90% effective in real-world conditions

90% efficiency after two doses of the Pfizer, Moderna vaccine

Maharashtra govt decides to impose night curfew across state from tomorrow

Rising Coronavirus cases in the state may force another lockdown

Bristol Myers Squibb Announces RELATIVITY-047, a Trial Evaluating Anti-LAG-3 Antibody Relatlimab and Opdivo

The antibody is indicated for patients with previously untreated Metastatic or unresectable melanoma

US government stops distribution of Eli Lilly Covid-19 antibody treatment for Covid-19

The move comes after the detection of different Covid variants

Indian Drug Makers Are Going Local for Ending Their Reliance on China

“India is the largest provider of generic medicines globally but depends on China and other countries for API’s”

Gujarat to ramp up daily vaccination up to 3 lakh in view of rising number of COVID cases

The new wave of Covid calls for maximum vaccination

New AstraZeneca report says vaccine was 76% effective in preventing Covid-19 symptoms

The latest studies claim 76% efficacy, DSMB still has doubts

With the Purpose to Promote Better Mental Health, Prince Harry Joins BetterUp

There is at present a Tsunami of mental illness, believe several psychiatrists. Perhaps it is the right time that Prince Harry of Britain decides to take up a job at the mental fitness organization, BetterUp to promote the cause of mental health.

Maharashtra reports highest single day spike of COVID-19 cases: ICMR

Maharashta facing the second wave of Covid infectios

New Findings on Our Eye Colour and Its Relation to Genetics

March is a significant month in the sphere of ophthalmology due to World Glaucoma Day that spreads awareness about eye health and why keeping regular eye check-ups in priority is significant to escape eye diseases. New research finding this month in relation to eye color and the role of genetics seems well-timed.

Chhattisgarh govt orders closure of all schools, colleges & Anganwadi centers

Chhattisgarh locks down the school, colleges and anganwadis

M2GEN announces new collaboration with Merck to advance Cancer therapies

Another pharma collaboration for the advancement of cancer therapies

MP govt to impose lockdown in Indore, Bhopal & Jabalpur every Sunday

MP invokes lockdown again on Sundays

CDC says 3 feet of distance enough for schoolers

New school safety guidelines from CDC

European Health Regulatory Agencies resumes the rollout of AstraZeneca Vaccine

“ AstraZeneca vaccine is safe to use,” claims WHO

Maharashtra registers more than 25,000 cases for 2nd consecutive day

Maharashtra government urges citizens for vaccination to handle the spike in pandemic

Covid-19 reinfections are rare, but more common in people 65 and older, study finds

New studies point out Covid vulnerability among the senior citizens above 65

A Sudden Drastic Drop in Sale of Masks and Sanitiser Needs Special Attention

“To avoid the Second Wave of the deadly virus, start taking precautions which will help to control the spread of coronavirus.”

BioXcel Therapeutics receives FDA Breakthrough Therapy Designation for BXCL501 for the acute treatment of Dementia

Latest FDA approvals update

Maharashtra records over 15,000 Covid cases for third day in row

Maharashtra on high alert with a fresh spike in Coronavirus cases

COVID-19 cases rise in Italy, new restrictions to be implemented from next week

Italian PM has warned against the second wave of the pandemic

WHO supports use of AstraZeneca Coronavirus vaccine amidst ban by some countries

Bulgaria, Denmark and Norway are among the countries that have paused their use.

Maharashtra: COVID tally in state reaches 22.82 lakh, night curfew imposed in Pune

Maharashtra facing second Covid surge

Coming soon a skin swab test for Parkinson's disease

Now there would be an easy way to test for Parkinson's disease in elderly

EU Approves Johnson & Johnson Covid-19 Vaccine

"More safe and effective vaccines are coming to the market," EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said in a tweet.

Steps being taken to reduce difference between Selling price & actual price of Remdesivir injection: Maharashtra Minister

The difference in the selling price of Remdesivir from different outlets to be addressed

2 die after receiving Covid-19 jabs in Bengal, probe launched

The deceased have been identified as Parul Dutta and Krishna Dutta.

India's oldest voter at 103 years of age gets first dose of COVID-19 vaccine

Indfia's oldest voter encourages all to take the vaccine

1 year since since first confirmed Coronavirus case, Maharashtra reports 9,927 new Covid infections

Maharashtra recorded 9,927 new Covid-19 cases and 56 more coronavirus-related deaths on Tuesday, exactly one year since the state recorded its first confirmed case.

US CDC says fully vaccinated people can gather without masks

US CDC news update

UP to launch 15-day focused testing campaign to stop Covid-19 spread

After the second wave of Covid-19 hit Maharastra, Uttar Pradesh will now run a 15-day “focused testing" campaign from March 13 to 27 in view of the Holi Festival.

US COVID update: One coronavirus variant is 'increasing exponentially' as the country races to vaccinate

Despite health leaders' warnings, several state leaders announced they were easing Covid-19 restrictions

On Women's day Bihar govt sets target to vaccinate one lakh women against COVID-19 today

The state government has planned a mega immunization drive for women beneficiaries

PM Modi requests people to buy medicines from the Janaushadhi kendras at affordable price

The Prime Minister pointed out that more than 1,000 JanAushadhi Kendras are being run by women

Maharashtra COVID Update: Active COVID-19 cases reach 97,983 in state

The state recorded 38 fatalities due to COVID-19 yesterday

Maharashtra reports 8,998 new Coronavirus cases

Fresh Coronavirus spike makes Maharashtra a hotspot

FDA warns against use of Ivermectin for prevention of Covid-19

Ivermectin is used for parasite control for horses in USA

Detroit mayor declines Johnson & Johnson allotment, saying the other vaccines are better

Detroit providers have administered 101,636 total Covid-19 vaccine doses, with 55,121 future doses already scheduled, according to the city's Covid-19 dashboard.

UP govt issues new guidelines for vaccination of people aged between 45 to 60 years

Fresh SOP for UP vaccination drive for 45 to 60 years

National COVID19 Vaccination Update March 3 2021

More than 1.54 Cr COVID19 vaccine doses administered nationally

6 states show surge in Covid-19 cases, India's total active cases reach 1,68,627

Maharashtra, Kerala, Punjab, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Gujarat have shown a surge in new Covid-19 cases. These six states are currently contributing to 87.25 per cent of the fresh infections in the country, the Union health ministry said on Monday.

PM Jan Aushadhi Kendra inaugurated at District Hospital, Kargil

A free Medical Check-up Camp was also organised

Maharashtra records 6,397 new cases of coronavirus today

Maharashtra accounts for 49% of total Coronavirus cases

Johnson & Johnson's Covid-19 vaccine gets emergency use authorization from FDA

Johnson's vaccine is indicated for individuals above 18 years

People traveling to Delhi from states with spike in COVID-19 cases to show negative RT-PCR test from 26th Feb

Delhi puts restriction for travellers

India starts shipping COVID-19 vaccines to Africa under COVAX facility

India Covid Vaccine Update

Covid-19 antibodies offers protection against reinfection later, study suggests

Study shows antibodies offer protection from coronavirus

COVID-19: Maharashtra’s Latur district administration to implement 'Janata curfew' on February 27 and 28

After lockdown in Amravati now curfew at Latur

Pfizer and Moderns pledges US Govt for 240 million doses of vaccine by March end

J&J also applied for emergency application

Maharashtra govt declares indefinite night curfew in Aurangabad & Hingoli of Marathwada region

Night curfew in Aurangabad from 11pm to 6am & in Hingoli from 7pm to 7am

India Vaccine Update: India has crossed more than 1 crore 19 lakh vaccination

1 crore 19 lakh COVID-19 vaccine doses have been administered to the beneficiaries so far: Health Ministry

Govt to commence administering COVID-19 vaccine to people above 60 yrs of age from 1st March

The vaccine will be administered free of cost at ten thousand government hospitals

Nagpur and Amravati of Maharashtra reports surge in Coronavirus cases

State government starts one week lockdown in Amravati

UK study finds one dose of Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine reduces risk of infection by 72%

Pfizer vaccine shows promise against Coronavirus

India sends COVID-19 vaccine to Mongolia

India Vaccine Update

US reports more than 5 lakh Coronavirus related deaths

US registers more casualty from Coronavirus than the three wars added

Intra-Cellular Therapies Applies for FDA Approval of CAPLYTA (lumateperone)

CAPLYTA (lumateperone)is indicated for the treatment of Bipolar Depression

More than 1.14 Cr COVID19 vaccine doses administered nationally

3.07 L vaccine doses given till 6 pm today; 1,47,688 HCWs received second dose of vaccine yesterday

Experts confirm Chemicals in plastics damage babies' brains and must be banned immediately

Adverse effect of plastics on babies' brains

Maharashtra govt will take a decision on whether or not to impose another lockdown: CM Uddhav Thackeray

People of Maharashtra should follow "COVID-appropriate" behaviour and safety norms to avoid further lockdown

Over 1 crore people administered Covid-19 vaccine: Health Ministry

Vaccination drive in India...

Cutting edge technology in predicting cardiovascular problems now in the UAE

Diginova Health Solutions, a digital healthcare start-up based at the DIFC, announced today its partnership with Finnish firm Cardiolyse, to bring its award-winning cloud ECG & HRV analytics platform in the UAE.

Over 6,000 fresh cases of COVID-19 registered in Maharashtra

Mumbai, Pune, Amravati, Yavatmal on high Covid-19 alert

Pharma major Dr Reddy's Laboratories seeks emergency use authorisation of Sputnik V vaccine from DCGI

Sputnik V is the world's first registered vaccine against Covid-19 based on the human adenoviral vector platform.

India crosses landmark milestone of over one crore vaccine doses administered against COVID-19

India Covid vaccination drive update

Gujarat reports 263 fresh cases of COVID-19 in last 24 hours

Fresh Covid-19 cases in Ahmedabad, Surat, Vadodara, Rajkot

Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and CSIR, India sign MoU to promote health research

Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and CSIR, India have signed a MoU to support the development, conduct and promotion of health research in India.

Maharashtra imposes lockdown again at Amravati, 3 districts on red alert

Increasing Covid-19 patients are a problem for the state

South African variant of Covid-19 could significantly reduce vaccine protection, says Pfizer

Pfizer Inc/BioNTech said according to a laboratory study, the South African variant of the coronavirus may reduce antibody protection from their vaccine by two-thirds.

Bangladesh thanks India for COVID vaccine, continuing supplies

Bangladesh has thanked India for the gift of 2 million doses of the COVID 19 vaccine sent last month

15183 healthcare workers given second dose of COVID-19 vaccine in last 24 hours ; Bihar Update

India Vaccination Update

Lonza Expands Solid Form Services for Small Molecule Drugs

Lonza USA site would carry on the manufacturing innovations

India is working towards a healthy and COVID-19 free neighbourhood: PM Narendra Modi

PM Modi appreciating the spirit of collaboration as the major takeaway during this pandemic

ImpactGuru.com sets medical crowdfunding record in India, raises Rs. 14.92 crore for a 5-month-old patient

ImpactGuru.com, India’s leading healthcare financing platform for patients, has raised Rs. 14.92 crore to cover the cost of the World’s Most Expensive Drug, Zolgensma, a one-time gene replacement therapy. Commercially, Zolgensma is available in the USA for approximately USD $2.1 million (INR 16 crores).

Over 87 lakh people administered COVID-19 vaccines in the country so far

India Vaccination drive update

Health care workers in Japan set to get Pfizer's Coronavirus vaccine tomorrow

Japan which approved Pfizer vaccine last Sunday starts mass vaccination

Serum's Covaxin refused by SA after vaccine trial

Covaxine gave only 22% result

Oxford AstraZeneca vaccine granted Emergency Use Listing : WHO

As the vaccine earns approval from WHO now it is eligible for distribution in low and middle-income countries

Mexico receives shipment of 870,000 doses of COVID-19 vaccine from India

Serum Institute to supply the vaccines

With 10% to 12 % increase in COVID-19 cases BMC warns of strict measures

Mumbai may face lockdown again

Xeris Pharmaceuticals receives approval from the European Commission for Ogluo

Ogluo (Glucagon) is indicated treatment of severe hypoglycemia

Pfizer vaccine approved in Japan inoculation to start soon

Japan approves the first Covid-19 vaccine on Sunday

Maharashtra reports 4,092 new cases of Covid-19 in last 24hours

Mumbai reported 645 new Covid-19 cases and 4 deaths.

Maharashtra reports 3000+ new Covid-19 cases for third day in a row

On February 12, Mumbai reported more than 500 new Covid-19 cases for third straight day while Maharashtra reported more than 3,000 cases.

Covaxin not finding international takers even when supplied free of cost by India

According to sources, of the 64.7 lakh Covid vaccine doses that have been sent out by India pro bono as part, only 2 lakh are doses of India’s Covaxin. The rest are doses of Serum Institute's Covishield.

Second dose of COVID-19 vaccine to be administered to health care workers in country today

India Covid-19 vaccination Update

Study finds Vitamin C, zinc don't lessen Covid-19 symptoms

Popular supplements fails to show result in Covid-19 infected patients

Double masking can block 92% of infectious particles ; CDC

Double masking improves protection by preventing leakage of unfiltered air and particles

UK variant of Coronavirus feared to undermine protection given by vaccines against developing COVID-19

It was reported that the British variant, which is more infectious but not necessarily more deadly than others variant

India reports 12,923 fresh Covid-19 cases

Along with the fresh coronavirus cases, states and union territories have also recorded 11,764 discharges

Melbourne enters 5 days lockdown : No crowds for Australian open

Australia enters lockdown again.....

Study proves Pfizer vaccine can neutralize UK, South Africa virus variants

Pfizer vaccine update

SARS-Cov-2 transmission to humans most likely via intermediary species through convoluted path: WHO

WHO team report from Wuhan

Total 5,36,197 people vaccinated against COVID-19 in Maharashtra

Maharashtra Covid Vaccination update

Afghanistan receives 500,000 doses of AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine from India

Afghanistan has had 55,335 COVID-19 cases and 2,410 deaths from the disease, according to the health ministry.

Maharashtra reports 2,216 fresh Coronavirus cases

Maharashtra coronavirus cases on an ebb

India becomes the first nation to reach 6 million Coronavirus vaccinations

More than 60 lakh beneficiaries vaccinated

Health officials worldwide supports AstraZeneca vaccine after South Africa halts the trial

According to WHO It's too early to say

More than 58 lakh people administered COVID-19 vaccination in country so far

India vaccination update

Today Bangladesh starts nationwide COVID-19 vaccination program

Bangladesh rolls out nationwide vaccination program with AstraZeneca-Oxford vaccine

China approves second Coronavirus vaccine CoronaVac

Sinovac's Coronavac jab is the second vaccine to be approved by Chinese authorities

Tanzania rejects vaccines goes on herbal way

Tanzania's no vaccine policy may pose a grave danger for citizens

South Africa halts AstraZeneca vaccine as study says it is ineffective against new Covid-19 strain

Jolt for AstraZeneca as the vaccine does not meet approval standard

India reports 11,713 coronavirus cases and 95 deaths in the last 24 hours

Coronavirus caseload at 1.08 crore

Nearly 53 lakh Healthcare Workers Vaccinated across the country

3,31,029 beneficiaries vaccinated till 6 pm on 21th day of vaccination drive

American Cancer Society declares Coronavirus vaccine safe for cancer patients

The benefits outweighs the risks, says ACS

India supplies 56 lakh doses of COVID-19 vaccines internationally under grant

Supplies made under grant amount to 56 lakh doses and commercial supplies amount to over 100 lakh doses

Andaman and Nicobar Islands reports three new cases of COVID-19

Andaman Nicobar is again a Covid UT

Breast Cancer tops Lungs Cancer reports CA, A Cancer Journal for Physicians

Breast cancer was the leading cause of cancer death among women at 15.5%.

Covid vaccines 'superbly safe', adverse events 0.18% of total vaccinations: GOI

Vaccines have only .18% adverse reactions

More than 45,93,000 people given COVID vaccination so far in country

GOI says vaccines are super safe with only .18% adverse results

UP becomes first state to complete COVID vaccination of 5 lakh beneficiaries

Vaccine drive will culminate on 15th Feb 2021

Johnson & Johnson approaches FDA for the approval of ; Covid-19 vaccine

J&J applies for the approval of one shot vaccine developed by the company

Delhi sero survey reports 56% population with Coronavirus antibody

In the fifth sero survey done in the national Capital, antibodies have been detected in 56.13% of the population

According to Doctors timely diagnosis and treatment could prevent and cure leprosy completely

A quick update on prevention and cure for leprosy by Dr. Sarvesh Thatte and Dr. Pooja Malhotra Thatte, Consultant Dermatologist, Jupiter Hospital

162 Doctors died in fighting Coronavirus says govt, IMA places toll at 734

IMA stated that the Centre's figures were contrary to the data released by the medical body, according to which 734 doctors lost their lives due to the disease

India becomes the fastest country to reach 4 million COVID-19 vaccination mark in 18 days

Active caseload dips below 1.5% of the total cases. 14 States/UTs have not reported any deaths in the last 24 hours

Young adults greatest spreaders of Coronavirus ; US study

Study shows, the resurgent COVID-19 epidemics in the US in 2020 have been driven by adults aged 20-49

China's Sinopharm Covid vaccine claims effectiveness over South African Covid variant

Chinese vaccine company using live virus vaccine claims efficacy over mutated Covid strain

Over 41 lakh healthcare workers vaccinated against COVID-19 so far: Govt

The Covid vaccination drive will start for frontline workers by the end of the week

UK Covid variant mutates again : BBC

UK covid variant mutates again, till now vaccines are supposed to hold against the mutated strain

National Polio Immunization drive enters on it's 3rd day

NID pulse polio campaign covers 11.04 crore children

Andaman and Nicobar Islands becomes first Union Territory to be Corona free

Andaman Nicobar declared Covid free while Kerala and Maharashtra still struggle with high number of infection

Kolhapur researchers receives 20 years patent for their Breast Cancer drug

A new breakthrough for Breast Cancer patients

AstraZeneca to supply additional 9 million Covid vaccine doses by March: EU

EU reserver more vaccine from AstraZeneca

140 new Coronavirus cases reported in Delhi; active cases stand at 1,361

Delhi reports fresh cases of coronavirus though the situation is under control

Gujarat sanitation worker dies after Covid-19 vaccination

Another death from vaccination this time from Vadodara

US doctors overrules WHO advice, okays Covid-19 vaccines for pregnant women

Against WHO advise US doctors okays inactivated covid virus vaccines during pregnancy

India Covid-19 Vaccination drive : 33 lakhs healthcare operators vaccinated

4,40,681 beneficiaries vaccinated till 7 pm today

Centre asks states to initiate COVID-19 vaccinations of frontline workers from 1st week of Feb

Covid vaccination for frontline workers was long due

J&J vaccine is only 66% effective in global trial though company claims 85% efficacy for severe cases

Johnson and Johnson vaccine may not be efficient as others but may prove to be of use due to raging pandemic and shortage of standard vaccines

Indian malarial mosquitoes reaches Africa

New malaria mosquito emerges in African cities: Experts are worried

South Carolina detects presence of UK virus

South Carolina detects first US cases of coronavirus strain first seen in South Africa

Covid-19 may reduce sperm quality and fertility in men

Study shows: Covid-19 may damage sperm quality, reduce fertility in men

India Vaccine Update : 28 lakh healthcare workers vaccinated across India

More than 28 lakh Healthcare Workers Vaccinated across the country till yesterday

Individuals on blood thinner could also take vaccine: ICMR

Doctors confirm use of blood thinners is not a big concern in people lined up for vaccination

146 Indian districts have no cases for last 7 days : Dr Harsh Vardhan

India flattens COVID-19 curve as 146 districts have no new cases since last seven days

Over 1.5 lakh health workers vaccinated against COVID-19 in Maharashtra

Latest vaccination report of Maharashtra

23 lakh health workers vaccinated against Coronavirus till now

79% of beneficiaries vaccinated yesterday are from 5 States of Karnataka, West Bengal, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan.

Covaxin also effective against Uk strain of Covid-19 : ICMR

ICMR confirms, Covaxin has equivalent immunogenicity against UK-variant and circulating strains of SARS-Cov2 in India

MHA issues fresh Covid-19 guidelines

New guidelines issued by MHA, to be effective from 1st February

Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories recently terminated the trial study of Avigan in Kuwait

"The full data analysis on 353 subjects would be available by the end of February 2021," said the company in a statement.

India records lowest New Cases after 8 months; 9,102 found positive in the last 24 hours

Active Cases now 1.66% of Cumulative Positive Cases

Loss of eyesight linked to air pollution : A new study by University College London

A new study throws light on the loss of pregnancy and eyesight from air pollution

Over one lakh people vaccinated against COVID-19 in Maharashtra

Maharashtra Covid vaccine update January 27, 2021

Covid-19 UK Update : virus deaths crosses 100,000 till now

UK still faces the grim challenge of restraining Covid related deaths

India reports 13,203 fresh coronavirus cases, 131 deaths; caseload at 1.06 crore

India Covi-19 News update - Jan 25

Cumulative number of vaccinated healthcare workers across the country more than 16 lakh

31,466 beneficiaries vaccinated till 7:30 pm in 5 States on 9th day of the vaccination drive

25 millions Covid-19 cases in US, UK strain more deadly says CDC

US cases mount as vaccine rollout takes time

More than 16 lakh people administered Covid-19 vaccines in country so far: Govt

India vaccination drive enters 9th-day successfully

India's coronavirus count increases by 14,256 fresh cases; 152 deaths reported in 24 hrs

India on Saturday reported 14,256 fresh coronavirus cases, pushing the country's Covid-19 caseload to 1,06,39,684, according to the Union health ministry data.

Cumulative number of vaccinated Healthcare Workers across the country has surpasses 12.7 lakh

2,28,563 beneficiaries vaccinated till 6 pm on the 7th day of vaccination drive

Pfizer and BioNTech reach agreement with COVAX for advance purchase of Vaccine to Help Combat COVID-19

Initial agreement provides up to 40 million doses to COVAX in 2021

Govt. uses Rapid Assessment System, RAS for taking feedback from people vaccinated for COVID-19

Govt sets up RAS for vaccination feedback

1,12,007 beneficiaries vaccinated against Coronavirus, covering 11% health workers

On 6th day of Covid vaccination, India covered most of the states phase-wise

US studies claims vaccines are effective against the new Covid-19 strains

Pfizer and Moderna both seem to be effective against the mutated Covid strains

Kerala continues to report surge in COVID cases with 6815 new cases

Kerala still experiencing new covid cases while national recovery rate is at 96.7%

Maharashtra COVID Update: Over 50,000 given COVID vaccine shots in three sessions so far

Yesterday, 18,166 healthcare workers were vaccinated at 267 centres in the state

Karnataka Health Minister expresses hope of launching Arogya Karnataka emergency health services

To encourage Government Doctors to take up jobs in rural areas, he said that those willing to serve in rural settings will be given priority in promotion and increments.

India starts shipments of Made in India COVID-19 Vaccines to neighbouring countries

The Ministry said, the immunization programme is being implemented in India, as in other countries, in a phased manner to cover the healthcare providers, frontline workers and the most vulnerable.

National COVID-19 recovery rate improves to 96.70 per cent

With this, the National recovery rate has further improved to stand at 96.70 per cent. The rate of new daily infection slipped to reach 13 thousand 283 cases in the past 24 hours. During the same interval, nearly 17 thousand people successfully recovered from the viral contagion.

Madhya Pradesh: Bird Flu virus found in 32 districts of state so far

In Madhya Pradesh, Bird Flu virus has been found in 32 districts so far. District Administration of the affected district is sanitising and disinfecting the affected sites as per the Bird Flu Action Plan-2021 of the Government of India.

COVID-19 recovery rate improves to 98.13 pct in Jharkhand

In the last 24 hours, one hundred 41 people defeated the viral infection and fresh 101 new cases were reported.

Biden stays the travel ban for passengers from UK, Brazil and EU countries

Against Trump order, Biden stays the travel ban

India Covid Vaccine Rollout : A detailed state wise update Jan 19,2021

National Covid Vaccine Rollout update - Assam, WestBengal, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka, Chattisgarh, Jharkhand, Uttarakhand, Kargil

US faces 4 lakh deaths due to Coronavirus

News Covid strains are a source of the problem along with the scarcity of hospital beds

Lakshadweep reports first Covid-19 case

After nearly a year Lakshadweep reports first coronavirus case

Country's COVID-19 recovery rate reaches 96.66 per cent; more than 3, 81000 people vaccinated so far

India progresses by leap and bounds in the fight against Coronavirus

Andhra Pradesh: 332 locations identified for rollout of COVID-19 vaccination

Andhra Pradesh has been in the forefront of the vaccination programme. The Covid vaccination took place with full swing across the 13 Districts in Andhra Pradesh on Saturday and Sunday, receiving a very good response from the beneficiaries

Global leaders hail India for launching world's largest vaccination drive

Congratulatory messages pour in from leaders of various countries around the world as India began a nationwide Coronavirus vaccination campaign. It was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday.

National COVID-19 recovery rate improves to 96.59 per cent

The national COVID-19 recovery rate has improved to 96.59 percent with over 1 crore two lakh 11 thousand cumulative recoveries so far.

Total 447 adverse events reported during COVID vaccination: Health Ministry

The vaccination drive overall went without any major glitch

Avian Influenza confirmed in crow samples from Haridwar, Lansdowne forest range of Uttarakhand

The Ministry said Avian Influenza has also been confirmed in crow samples from Haridwar and Lansdowne forest range of Uttarakhand. Additionally, in Delhi, the Heron sample in Rohini has also tested positive.

More than 2,24,000 people vaccinated for COVID-19 across country during past two days

A total of 2,24,301 beneficiaries have been vaccinated so far

Robots delivers food, medicines to Covid-19 patients in Assam

Assam CM Sarbananda Sonowal had handed over two robots for food and medicine to the principal of Assam Medical College and Hospital in Dibrugarh

Vaccination drive against Covid-19 being carried out four days a week in West Bengal

After achieving more than 75 percent of the target on the inaugural day of immunization in the state, the vaccination drive is scheduled to be held at 207 centres from 9am to 5pm on Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturdays.

Jharkhand: Covid vaccination drive underway at all 49 centres

In Jharkhand, the second day of Covid Vaccination Drive is underway at all 49 centres spread across 24 districts of the state.

COVID-19 Vaccination begins in Kargil at District Hospital

In Ladakh, Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), LAHDC, Kargil Feroz Ahmad Khan kick-started COVID-19 Vaccination in Kargil at the District Hospital today. Chief Medical Officer Dr. Munawar Hussain Wazir received the first shot of COVID-19 Vaccine.

US CDC expects 500,000 Covid-19 deaths by mid-February

By the middle of February, US expects half a million deaths in the country

Over 5, 48, 000 COVID samples tested in country in last 24 hours

Over 5 lakh 48 thousand COVID samples were tested in the country in the last 24 hours. With this, the cumulative testing figure has reached around 18 crores 70 lakh.

UK COVID update: Trials to test combination of Oxford and Sputnik vaccines

Mixing two similar vaccines could lead to a better immune response in people.

China facing severe outbreak in Hebei and Heilongjiang provinces

China faces a second wave of the pandemic

COVID-19 vaccines: Common solution, not competition

After China's official approval, over a dozen countries from different continents signed purchase agreements with China for the vaccine.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi to launch world’s largest COVID-19 vaccination program this morning

World's largest vaccination drive begins today

India's fight against COVID 19 is one of self-confidence and self-reliance, asserts Prime Minister

He said the Janata curfew was a test of the restraint and discipline of the society against COVID 19, in which every countryman succeeded. He said the Janata curfew prepared the country psychologically for lockdown.

Hyper-Transmissible SARS-CoV-2 Variant Detected in United States Wastewater

GT Molecular, a leader in wastewater-based epidemiological testing, has reported the detection of hyper-transmissible SARS-CoV-2 from the B.1.1.7 lineage in three wastewater treatment plants in the United States.

Delhi reports 295 new cases of COVID-19 in last 24 hours

A total of 295 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 infection were reported in Delhi during the last 24 hours, taking the total number of cases to six lakh 31 thousand 884.

Maharashtra reports 3,145 new COVID-19 cases

In Maharashtra, 3,145 new COVID-19 cases were reported today, taking the cumulative total to 19,84,768.

Country's COVID-19 recovery rate reaches 96.56 per cent

A total of 16 thousand 977 COVID patients recovered during the last 24 hours. The total number of recoveries has gone up to over one crore one lakh and 79 thousand 715.

Government confirms spread of Bird flu in 11 states

Avian Flu spreads in India though thoroughly cooked chicken is safe to eat

UK to close all travel corridors from Monday to keep out new COVID strains

The UK is to close all travel corridors from Monday morning to "protect against the risk of as yet unidentified new strains" of Covid.

Dr Reddy's granted approval for 3rd stage Human Trials from DCGI : Russian Sputnik V vaccine

Sputnik V phase 3 trials cleared by the government

Six EU countries say 'situation unacceptable' after Pfizer-BioNTech slows vaccine deliveries

Several EU countries are receiving significantly fewer doses of the Pfizer coronavirus vaccine than expected after the US firm slowed shipments.

Bihar: All arrangements in place for Covid-19 vaccination starting Jan 16

Health Minister Mangal Pandey said the state government has made all necessary preparations for the smooth conduct of vaccination exercise across the state.

Philips and Merck partner to advance personalized fertility treatment

Royal Philips, a global leader in health technology, today announced a multi-year partnership with Merck, a leading science and technology company, to develop clinical-grade digital solutions for highly personalized fertility treatment.

PM to launch pan India rollout of COVID-19 vaccination drive on 16 January at 3006 sites

Over 3000 sites across all States and UTs to be virtually connected during the launch

Serum Institute expecting WHO approval for AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine

Adar Poonawalla says WHO approval expected in next couple of weeks

Government releases guidelines for States : Covid-19 Vaccine Rollout

India gears up for the world's largest vaccination drive on January 16,2021

India's COVID testing capacity touches 15L per day

The Central Government and ICMR have scaled up the testing infrastructure in a calibrated manner. India's testing capacity has touched 15 lakh per day ensuring easily accessible COVID-19 tests for all.

All preparations in place for first phase of Corona vaccination in Rajasthan

All preparations for the first phase of Corona vaccination have been completed in Rajasthan. The vaccination work will be done at 167 session sites across the state.

Two members of WHO team to China still in Singapore for COVID tests

Thirteen scientists from a 15-member international team led by the World Health Organization (WHO) to examine the origins of the novel coronavirus that sparked COVID19, arrived in Wuhan, China on Thursday.

National COVID-19 recovery rate further improves to 96.53 pct

India continues to leap ahead in its fight against COVID-19 with over one crore one lakh 62 thousand recoveries so far. With this, the national recovery rate has further improved to 96.53 percent.

Another 90,000 Americans could die due to Covid-19 : CDC forecast

38,000 Americans have died due to the pandemic in the first two weeks

WHO team to reach China today to probe origins to Coronavirus

WHO team to begin probe after the quarantine period

Sinovac is only 50.4% effective : Brazil data

Coronavac from China's Sinovac may not go to a vaccine for masses

Haryana Health Dept receives 2,41,500 doses of Covishield vaccine

Additional Chief Secretary(Health) Rajeev Arora said that the Department has received 2,41,500 doses of the Covishield vaccine as a part of the COVID-19 vaccine rollout.

UK study suggests Covid-19 vaccine gives immunity for 5 months

SIREN research study came up with the post-vaccine results in UK

3,556 new COVID-19 cases reported in Maharashtra

In Maharashtra, 3,556 new COVID-19 cases were reported today, taking the cumulative total to over 19,78,000

India reports less than 20,000 Daily New Cases since past 7 days

The ongoing trend of contraction of India’s daily new cases continues. India has recorded less than 20,000 daily new cases since the last 7 days.

Jan Aushadi Kendras record sales of Rs 484 Crore this Financial Year

According to govt. Jan Aushadhi centres a hit among citizens

Bharat Bioech ships Covaxin to 11 cities

Covaxin the inactivated vaccine reaches India cities, though final trial reports are awaited

Johnson and Johnson vaccine trial shows immune response with few side effects

FDA says J&J vaccine seems to be effective against covid

Country’s COVID-19 recovery rate reaches 96.52 per cent

India continues to leap ahead in its fight against COVID-19 with over one crore one lakh 46 thousand cumulative recoveries so far.

35000 health workers , 358 centres , Maharashtra begins vaccination of health workers

Maharashtra begins Coronavirus vaccination

India prepares for world's largest vaccination drive on January 16

From Jammu to Kerala this would be one of a kind of exercise

5,63,500 doses of vaccine delivered to different States

All preparations for the first phase of COVID vaccination have been completed. Today, 5,63,500 doses of vaccine were received by the State.

357 new cases of Coronavirus reported in Delhi

The recovery rate of COVID patients in Delhi stands at 97.83 percent. A total of 357 new confirmed cases of Coronavirus were reported in the National Capital during the last twenty-four hours.

Over 7, 43,000 samples tested for COVID-19 in country in last 24 hours

Over seven lakh 43 thousand COVID samples were tested in the country in the last 24 hours. With this, the cumulative testing figure has reached around 18 crores 42 lakh.

Nation gears up for world's largest COVID-19 vaccination exercise on Jan 16

The nation is gearing up for the world's largest COVID-19 vaccination exercise which will begin on Saturday. The massive immunization drive will be rolled out by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Health Ministry comes out with series of frequently asked questions about COVID-19 vaccine

The Health Ministry has come out with a series of frequently asked questions about the COVID-19 vaccine in various aspects. It said protective levels of antibodies are generally developed two weeks after receiving the 2nd dose of Covid 19 Vaccine.

WHO team leaves Singapore for China : Coronavirus origin probe

China says it will extend full cooperation to WHO team

China stepping up efforts to check Covid-19 put more areas under lockdown

China struggles to contain Coronavirus on the eve of the WHO team visit

Andaman and Nicobar: Covishield to be given to 4687 healthcare workers in first phase

In Andaman and Nicobar, the Covid-19 vaccination drive is going to begin on 16th January. In the first phase, the Covishield will be given to 4687 healthcare workers.

CDC makes negative Covid-19 report compulsory for entering US

US is facing deaths every day due to the pandemic with last day touching record number

386 new cases of Coronavirus infection reported in Delhi

A total of 386 new confirmed cases of Coronavirus infection were reported in Delhi during the last 24 hours, taking the total number of cases to six lakh 30 thousand 892.

Ortho's VITROS® SARS-CoV-2 Antigen Test for Accurate, Mass-Scale COVID-19 Testing is the First High-Volume Test to Receive FDA Emergency Use Authorization

Ortho Clinical Diagnostics, a global leader of in vitro diagnostics, today announced that its VITROS® SARS-CoV-2 Antigen Test, designed to detect active infection, has become the first high-volume COVID-19 antigen test to receive U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Emergency Use Authorization (EUA).

Regeneron Announces U.S. Government Agreement to Purchase Additional COVID-19 Antibody Cocktail Doses

The new agreement covers 1.25 million additional doses of the casirivimab and imdevimab antibody cocktail, bringing the total potential U.S. supply to over 1.5 million doses.

Many states receive first consignment of COVID-19 vaccine

The first consignment of the COVID-19 vaccine received by several states in India

22 million in lockdown as several Chinese provinces hit by COVID-19

China is stepping up measures to contain a possible widespread coronavirus outbreak, in areas surrounding capital Beijing with Langfang city in Hebei province put under lockdown on Tuesday.

41% Indians says no to vaccination : would wait for further reports

You Gov survey also revealed Indians think foreign vaccines better than Indian ones

Country’s COVID-19 recovery rate improves to 96.51 per cent

A total of 17 thousand 817 COVID patients recovered during the last 24 hours. The total number of recoveries has gone up to over one crore one lakh and 29 thousand.

Gujarat records 602 new cases of Covid 19

Gujarat has recorded 602 new cases of Covid 19 during the last 24 hours. According to the state health department, the recovery rate has further improved to 95.34 percent.

Central govt says all preparations are on track for COVID-19 vaccine roll-out from 16th of January

Union Health Ministry has said that the Central Government is maintaining close collaboration with States and Union Territories for the launch of the world's largest Covid-19 vaccination drive and all preparations are on track for the vaccine roll-out from the 16th of January.

COVID vaccination in Bangladesh to start in first week of February

The vaccine will be sent to different districts of the country as per the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) list. The vaccination will start one week after the arrival of vials from India.

PM says two made in India vaccines are cost-effective and four other vaccines are in pipeline

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said, India is entering into a decisive phase of the fight against COVID-19, with the start of the world’s biggest vaccination drive from the 16th of this month.

Shijiazhuang, China's new hotspot of COVID-19 surge

Shijiazhuang, the provincial capital of North China's Hebei Province has become China's new hotspot of Coronavirus surge. Of the 82 confirmed COVID-19 cases yesterday, all of which were locally-transmitted, 77 were reported in Shijiazhuang and the other five in the city of Xingtai.

How Medical Apps can be beneficial to critical patients

Benefits of health apps for patients elaborated by Mr Prem Sharma CEO, DaytoDay Health

UK uses Tocilizumab and Sarilumab to treat Covid patients successfully

The new drugs Tocilizumab and Sarilumab are both antiinflammatory medicine and seems to work well to save Covid patient's life

Country's COVID-19 recovery rate reaches 96.49 per cent

The total number of recoveries has gone up to over one crore one lakh. Health Ministry said the COVID-19 recovery rate of India is amongst the highest in the world.

Madhya Pradesh fully prepared for launch of covid-19 vaccination drive: State CM

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has said, the State is fully prepared for the launch of the covid-19 vaccination drive.

India ready for world's largest vaccination drive, each shot to cost Rs 200

PM Narendra Modi said that government will bear the cost of 3 crore vaccination for frontline workers

Distribution of Covishield Vaccine developed by Serum Institute of India begins today

The much-awaited distribution of the Covishield Vaccine developed by Serum Institute of India(SII) in Pune began today. Six cold storage containers with the stock of these vaccines were dispatched to the Pune Airport amid tight security.

BMC issues guidelines amid outbreak of bird flu in Maharashtra

It has appealed to the people of Mumbai to immediately contact the helpline number of its Emergency Department to report the deaths of birds in the city.

Antidepressant Fluvoxamine is being tested for fighting Covid-19

Luvox of Fluvoxamine being tested to prevent severe covid symptoms

Two doses of COVID-19 vaccine 28 days apart need to be taken by individual to complete vaccination schedule: Govt

The Government has said that two doses of Vaccine, 28 days apart, need to be taken by an individual to complete the Vaccination schedule.

DalCor Announces Launch of Dalcetrapib Clinical Trial for COVID-19

DalCor Pharmaceuticals today announced the initiation of dal-COVID, a Phase 2 proof-of-concept study for dalcetrapib as a potential oral anti-viral treatment for COVID-19.

Gujarat records 671 new cases of Covid-19

Gujarat has recorded 671 new cases of Covid19 during the last 24 hours. According to the state health department, the recovery rate has further improved to 95.17 percent.

COVID-19 recovery rate in country reaches 96.43 per cent

The country's COVID-19 recovery rate has reached 96.43 percent as more than 16 thousand COVID patients recovered during the last 24 hours. The total number of recoveries has gone up to over one crore of 92 thousand.

Brazil seeks two million doses of Covishield vaccine from India on priority basis

Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has requested India for 2 million doses of Covishield vaccine produced indigenously by the Serum Institute of India, Pune.

Maharashtra COVID-19 recovery rate stands at 94.65 percent

Maharashtra reported 3558 new cases of COVID-19 on Sunday, taking the state’s total number of infected people to 19,69,114. Maharashtra’s recovery rate stands at 94.65 percent while the case fatality rate stands at 2.54 percent.

India to begin world's largest vaccination drive on January 16

India’s nation-wide vaccination drive will begin on the 16th of this month. COVID-19 vaccine priority will be given to the healthcare workers and frontline workers who are estimated to be around 3 Crores.

India signs purchase order with Serum for AstraZeneca vaccine

India has signed a purchase order with vaccine producer Serum Institute to procure AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine, a source said on Monday, the first step in one of the world’s largest vaccination programs against the novel coronavirus.

Delhi govt finalises 89 hospitals for 1st phase of Covid vaccination

Delhi Health Minister Satyendar Jain has said that as per the instruction of the central government, the Delhi government has prepared these 89 sites which are different hospitals of Delhi.

PM Modi to interact with state CMs on nationwide rollout of Corona vaccine

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will interact with the Chief Ministers of all states today evening through video conferencing. During the interaction, the COVID-19 situation and the vaccination rollout will be discussed.

Bird flu confirmed in Delhi as eight samples sent for testing found positive

Bird flu was confirmed in Delhi as eight samples sent for testing were found positive. The culling of live birds was immediately initiated in Sanjay Lake Park in Mayur Vihar Phase 2.

Status of Avian Influenza in the country

After confirmation of Avian Influenza positive samples in poultry (two poultry farms) of Panchkula district, Haryana, State has deployed 9 Rapid Response team and control and containment operation is underway in both the epicenters.

India continues to report Sustained Decline in daily New cases; 16,311 new cases in the last 24 hours

India has been registering declining daily new cases for many days continuously. 16,311 New Cases were recorded in the last 24 hours.

Govt preparing for COVID-19 vaccine roll-out, holds meeting with states, UTs on CoWIN software

The government today said that it has been proactively carrying activities towards preparing for the nationwide roll-out of the COVID-19 vaccine in close collaboration with States and Union Territories and all stakeholders.

Madhya Pradesh reports 614 new COVID-19 positive cases in last 24 hours

So far, more than two lakh 33 thousand patients have recovered from the covid infection in Madhya Pradesh. 614 new positive cases were reported yesterday. The dry run of the COVID-19 vaccination was also completed successfully in 51 districts of the state.

Gujarat records its first confirmed case of avian flu after samples of two dead birds

Following the two confirmed cases of bird-flu near Bantva dam in Manavadar in Junagadh district, the officials of the animal husbandry department have begun surveying the 10-kilometer area around the dam.

Britain approves Moderna Covid vaccine

Britain approves 3rd Covid vaccine for use

Corona has enabled people to go back to original Indian ethos and practices: Jitendra Singh

Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh has said that Corona has enabled people to go back to the original Indian ethos and practices like hand wash and Namaste have come into vogue with greater vigor.

National COVID-19 recovery rate improves to 96.41 per cent

The cumulative COVID-19 testing in the country has crossed the 18 crore mark today and the country's COVID-19 recovery rate has reached 96.41 percent.

Pfizer vaccine effective against mutated Coronavirus strain

Texas University study says Pfizer vaccine effective against mutated strains of Coronavirus

Bharat Biotech fields for nasal vaccine to DCGI

After USA now nasal vaccine may hit India

Madhya Pradesh confirms bird flu virus in nine districts

In Madhya Pradesh, the bird flu virus has been confirmed in 9 districts, so far. While unnatural death of crows and herons have been reported from 21 districts in the state.

Bihar govt to conduct random COVID tests in all educational institutions including schools

Bihar government has instructed to conduct random covid tests in all educational institutions including schools. This decision has been taken after positive cases were reported in two government schools of Munger and one school from the Gaya district.

DGCA issues guidelines for Airlines to transport COVID-19 vaccines

India's civil aviation regulator, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), has issued guidelines to airlines and other aircraft operators for transportation of Covid-19 vaccines.

India registers an unprecedented hike in Testing with more than 18 cr tests

India has demonstrated an exponential increase in the number of COVID-19 cumulative tests. It has crossed the landmark of 18 crores (18,02,53,315) total tests today.

Death of over 300 birds reported in six districts of Rajasthan

In Rajasthan, the death of over three hundred birds was reported in six districts yesterday. More than 1 thousand 600 birds have died in the state so far. Bird flu has been confirmed in six districts of the State.

Gujarat records 667 new cases of Covid-19

Gujarat has recorded 667 new cases of Covid-19 during the last 24 hours. The total number of Covid19 cases detected so far in Gujarat has reached up to 2 lakh 49 thousand 913.

COVID-19 recovery rate in country reaches 96.39 per cent

The country's COVID-19 recovery rate has reached 96.39 percent. During the last 24 hours, more than 20 thousand COVID patients have recovered. The total number of recoveries has gone up to over one crore of 37 thousand.

Maharashtra: All arrangements made for Covid-19 vaccination dry run today

State Health Minister, Rajesh Tope said that the dry run will be conducted at three healthcare centers in each district and one center in municipal corporation limits.

Union Health Secy urges Maharashtra, Kerala, Chhattisgarh & West Bengal to curb spike in COVID-19 cases

Union Health Secretary Rajesh Bushan has written to the States of Maharashtra, Kerala, Chhattisgarh, and West Bengal urging them to take steps to curb the spike in COVID 19 cases.

Flights resume between United Kingdom and India

Flights between the United Kingdom and India, which had been suspended since the last week of December amid the new coronavirus strain concerns, resumed today.

Second nationwide Covid-19 vaccination dry run underway in 736 districts of 33 states & UTs

The second Covid 19 vaccination dry run is being held throughout the country today. The massive mock drill is being conducted in 736 districts across 33 States and Union Territories.

India continues to report low daily cases; 18,139 added in last 24 hours

India has been reporting a streak of very low daily new cases. Only 18,139 persons were found positive in the last 24 hours in the country.

Vaccination for COVID-19 is voluntary, says govt

The Government has said that the vaccination for Covid-19 is voluntary. The Health Ministry has come out with a series of frequently asked questions about the COVID-19 vaccine in various aspects.

Demand for AYUSH products has increased three-fold during coronavirus pandemic: Shripad Yesso Naik

The Minister said, Amid the Covid-19 crisis, our ayurvedic medicines have been used in as many as 100 countries as an immunity booster and is slowly gaining momentum across the world.

External Affairs Minister Dr. S Jaishankar says, India and Sri Lanka are now looking forward to post-COVID cooperation

Speaking at a joint media briefing with his Sri Lankan counterpart Dinesh Gunawardena, in Colombo today the External Affairs Minister said, the COVID pandemic has given the two sides an opportunity to collaborate even further.

COVID-19 cases constantly declining in Gujarat

The Covid19 cases in Gujarat are constantly declining. 90 percent of the 50 thousand Covid beds in the state are now vacant.

Maharashtra reports 4,382 new COVID-19 cases

In Maharashtra, 4,382 new COVID-19 cases were reported today, taking the cumulative total to 19,53,554.

Number of active cases of COVID-19 continuously declining in Bihar

The number of active cases of COVID-19 is continuously declining. Currently, four thousand 156 patients are receiving treatment at various hospitals in Bihar.

COVID-19 Immunization: Maharashtra to join 2nd nationwide dry run tomorrow

Maharashtra Health Minister Rajesh Tope today said that the state will join the second nationwide dry run to be conducted in every district of the state tomorrow.

Over 9,37,000 COVID samples tested in country during last 24 hours

Over nine lakh 37 thousand COVID samples were tested in the country during the last 24 hours. With this, the cumulative testing figure has reached around 17 crores 84 lakh.

Countrywide COVID-19 vaccine dry run to be held on Friday

In a massive country-wide exercise, another mock drill on COVID-19 vaccine administration will be conducted in all States and Union Territories on Friday.

UP: Final dry run for covid vaccination to be conducted on Jan 11

After the successful dry run on the 5th of this month, the next dry run will check the preparedness of the state government regarding the vaccination drive.

Protective Immunity Against SARS-CoV-2 Could Last Eight Months Or More

The findings, based on analyses of blood samples from 188 COVID-19 patients, suggest that responses to the novel coronavirus, SARS-CoV-2, from all major players in the "adaptive" immune system, which learns to fight specific pathogens, can last for at least eight months after the onset of symptoms from the initial infection.

Bihar CM says vaccine developed in India will be used for COVID-19 immunization

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has said that the vaccine developed in India will be used for COVID-19 immunization. Mr. Kumar said, over 1.5 crore syringes had been arranged and sent to different districts for use in vaccination.

Centre sends multi-disciplinary experts' team to Kerala and Haryana to oversee Avian Influenza containment operations

The Centre has deployed two multi-disciplinary teams consist of experts from the National Center for Disease Control, National Institute of Virology, PGIMER, Chandigarh, RML Hospital, New Delhi, and Lady Hardinge Medical College.

Himachal Pradesh lifts night curfew imposed in Shimla, Kangra, Mandi, Kullu districts

In view of considerable improvement in the Covid-19 situation in Himachal Pradesh, the state cabinet has decided to lift the night curfew imposed in four districts - Shimla, Kangra, Mandi, and Kullu from today.

Country's COVID-19 recovery rate increases to 96.36 pct

The country's COVID-19 recovery rate has increased to 96.36 percent. Health Ministry said the total number of recoveries has gone up to 99 lakh 97 thousand 272.

China’s Hebei province enters 'wartime' mode after burst of COVID-19 cases

The province reported 14 new confirmed locally transmitted cases and 30 asymptomatic cases today as per the provincial health commission with a total of 19 confirmed coronavirus cases and 40 asymptomatic cases since Saturday.

Gujarat: COVID-19 recovery rate improves to 94.71 pct

Gujarat has recorded 655 new cases of COVID-19 during the last 24 hours. According to the State Health Department, the recovery rate has further improved to 94.71 percent.

Madhya Pradesh continues to report more COVID recoveries than positive cases

Madhya Pradesh continues to report more recoveries than positive cases. So far more than two lakh 33 thousand patients have recovered from COVID infection.

Maharashtra records 3,160 new COVID-19 cases

In Maharashtra, with 3,160 new cases, the total caseload of coronavirus patients has increased to 19,50,171. The state recovery rate stands at 94.87 percent while the case fatality rate stands at 2.55 percent.

How mutations help the coronavirus evade vaccines

Researchers say the vaccine should overcome mutated varieties

Government gearing up to roll out nationwide Covid-19 vaccination next week

The DCGI on Sunday had announced the approval of two vaccines for restricted use in the country. Briefing media Union Health Secretary Rajesh Bhushan noted that the final decision lies with the government.

Israel authorizes Moderna vaccine for use against COVID-19

With this approval, Israel has become the third country in the world to approve the vaccine, after the US and Canada.

Centre asks states to step up surveillance and monitoring of birds for any sign of avian influenza

The Centre has asked states and union territories to take all possible steps to contain the spread of Bird Flu on an urgent basis.

Criticism mounts over India's 'abrupt' approval of COVAXIN

Criticism of India’s approval of a local COVID-19 vaccine without proof of its efficacy grew on Wednesday after news that a regulatory panel approved the shot just one day after asking the vaccine maker for more evidence it would work.

PM CARES Fund allocates Rs 201.58 cr for installation of 162 Medical Oxygen Generation Plants in public health facilities

The Prime Minister’s Citizen Assistance and Relief in Emergency Situations (PM CARES) Fund Trust is allocating 201.58 crore rupees for the installation of additional 162 dedicated Pressure Swing Adsorption (PSA) Medical Oxygen Generation Plants inside public health facilities in the country.

Germany extends coronavirus lockdown until Jan 31

In Germany, the federal and state governments have agreed to extend coronavirus lockdown in the country. The current lockdown regulations, including the closure of schools, will now be in place until at least January 31.

Germany and Denmark consider delaying second dose of covid-19 vaccine

With short-term efficacy from the first dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine approved scientists have suggested a longer gap between doses could be sensible.

384 new confirmed cases of Corona virus infection reported in Delhi

A total of 384 new confirmed cases of Coronavirus infection were reported in Delhi during the last 24 hours, taking the total number of cases to over six lakh 27 thousand.

Gujarat records 698 new cases of COVID-19

Gujarat has recorded 698 new cases of COVID-19 during the last 24 hours. According to the state health department, the recovery rate has further improved to 94.61 percent.

344 new cases of COVID-19 reported in Bihar

In Bihar,430 patients recovered during the last 24 hours, while 344 new cases were reported. So far, two lakh 48 thousand 640 patients have recovered from the Covid-19 infection in the state.

Generex and NuGenerex Immuno-Oncology on last stages of developing li-Key Covid vaccine

The new Complete Vaccine is also suitable for pregnant women and children

Britain declares lockdown again ; schools to remain closed

The lockdown to stay till mid February

Daily positivity rate of COVID-19 continuously declining: Govt

Briefing media in New Delhi, Health Secretary Rajesh Bhushan said, average recovered cases exceeded the average daily new cases for the last 5 weeks.

ICON Supports Pfizer and BioNTech on the Investigational COVID-19 Vaccine Trial

ICON has provided clinical trial services to Pfizer over the past 30 years and formed a strategic relationship with the company in 2011

COVID-19 vaccine ‘Covaxin’ marks a significant milestone: Karnataka Health Minister

Karnataka Minister for Health and Medical Education Dr. K. Sudhakar has come forward to negate suspicion on the Covaxin vaccine developed by Bharat Biotech.