Coronavirus in India
Coronavirus in India
How the second wave of coronavirus engulfed India
The US and India are the only two countries to have reported more than 100,000 cases per day consecutively. Brazil had reported its highest surge of 100,158 cases on March 25.
Covid-19 surge: Special flight carrying medical help from Thailand lands in India
A special flight from Thailand, carrying medical devices, landed in India on May 01. Amid surplus in COVID-19 infections during the horrific second wave of pandemic, several countries, including Thailand had extended a helping hand towards India to assist the country in its fight against Covid-19 virus.Covid-19 surge: Special flight carrying medical help from Thailand lands in India
As India is battling with the second wave of pandemic; several countries have extended their support to the country in its fight against Covid-19 pandemic. After US, Germany, France, Uzbekistan, special flight from Belgium carrying Covid-19 drugs arrived at the Indira Gandhi International Airport. Flight brought in a consignment of 9,000 vials of Remdesivir. Watch: Countries extend support to India in its fight against Covid-19
Covid-19 2nd wave: India reports 3,29,942 new cases, 3,876 deaths in 24 hours
India reports 3,29,942 new Covid-19 cases, 3,56,082 discharges and 3,876 deaths in the last 24 hours, as per Union Health Ministry. Covid-19 2nd wave: India reports 3,29,942 new cases, 3,876 deaths in 24 hours
WHO Chief Scientist terms India's Covid figures as 'worrying'
As India is witnessing an exponential surge in Covid-19 cases amid the horrific second wave of pandemic, World Health Organisation (WHO) Chief Scientist Soumya Swaminathan said that the rate of infections and deaths in India is "worrying" and further urged governments to boost exercises on reporting actual numbers.WHO Chief Scientist terms India's Covid figures as 'worrying'
Red Cross helps India face Covid-19 outbreak crisis
The Red Cross is stepping in to help the government of India as the country grapples with a record wave of Covid-19 infections and deaths that have overwhelmed its health care systems.Red Cross helps India face Covid-19 outbreak crisis
Covid-19: India reports 3.92 lakh fresh cases, 3,689 deaths in 24 hours
India reported 3,92,488 new COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours. Total Covid caseload of the country stood at 1,95,57,457. Currently, there are 33,49,644 active cases in the country. With 3,689 new deaths, death toll mounted to 2,15,542.Covid-19: India reports 3.92 lakh fresh cases, 3,689 deaths in 24 hours
COVID second wave: India logs 3.82 lakh new cases, 3,780 deaths in single day
India recorded highest single-day death toll on May 05 ever since the COVID-19 pandemic began. With 3,780 deaths in the last 24 hours, the tally has reached 2,26,188. 3,82,315 new COVID-19 cases were reported on Wednesday with 3,38,439 discharges. Total cases now stands at 2,06,65,148 with 34,87,229 active cases. Till now, 16,04,94,188 beneficiaries have been vaccinated. COVID second wave: India logs 3.82 lakh new cases, 3,780 deaths in single day
Covid-19: India records 3,86,452 new cases, 3,498 deaths in 24 hours
India reports 3,86,452 new Covid-19 cases, 3,498 deaths and 2,97,540 discharges in the last 24 hours, as per Union Health Ministry. Total cases: 1,87,62,976; Total recoveries: 1,53,84,418; Death toll: 2,08,330; Active cases: 31,70,228; Total vaccination: 15,22,45,179.Covid-19: India records 3,86,452 new cases, 3,498 deaths in 24 hours
Watch: US aid arrives in India as Covid cases explode
The first US emergency aid to India arrived on Friday as the country battles a devastating surge in Covid-19 cases which has overwhelmed hospitals and crematoriums. A Super Galaxy military transporter carrying more than 400 oxygen cylinders and other hospital equipment and nearly one million rapid coronavirus tests landed at New Delhi's international airport.Watch: US aid arrives in India as Covid cases explode
Covid-19: India records over 3.14 lakh new cases, 2,104 deaths in a day
In a worrying development, India's daily coronavirus case surge crossed the 3-lakh mark on Thursday, April 22. The country has reported a single-day spike of 3,14,835 new Covid-19 cases on Thursday morning, the highest surge for any country in the world since the pandemic began.Covid-19: India records over 3.14 lakh new cases, 2,104 deaths in a day
Govt rejects Serum Institute of India's request to export 50 lakh doses of Covishield vaccine to UK
Amid reports of Covid-19 vaccine shortage across the country, the Modi government has refused to allow Serum Institute of India (SII) to export around 50 lakh doses of Covishield vaccine to the United Kingdom. While rejecting SII's request, the central government insisted that the local vaccine production be supplied to protect Indians first.Govt rejects Serum Institute of India's request to export 50 lakh doses of Covishield vaccine to UK
SC says it can't be mute spectator in national crisis, doesn't intend to supplant HC cases on Covid-19
Terming the massive resurgence of Covid-19 cases a "national crisis", the Supreme Court Tuesday said it cannot remain a mute spectator and made clear that its suo motu proceeding on devising national policy for Covid-19 management is not meant to supplant high court hearings.SC says it can't be mute spectator in national crisis, doesn't intend to supplant HC cases on Covid-19
Covid-19: With 1,15,736 new cases, India records highest daily spike ever
India, on Wednesday, reported 1,15,736 new COVID-19 cases, the highest number of daily cases ever since the pandemic began. 630 deaths were reported across the country over the past 24 hours. While 59,856 people were discharged, the total active caseload in the country stands at 8,43,473. 1,17,92,135 people have recovered so far from the deadly disease, even as 1,66,177 have lost their lives to the pandemic. Total vaccination stands ar 8,70,77,474.Covid-19: With 1,15,736 new cases, India records highest daily spike ever
Covid-19 surge in India: States can now buy vaccines directly from manufacturers
While announcing a 'liberalised and accelerated Phase 3 strategy of Covid-19 vaccination from May 1', the Centre stated that the pricing, procurement, eligibility and administration of coronavirus vaccines being will be made flexible in Phase 3 of the world's largest vaccination drive. The government in its order stated that states ad Union Territories have been empowered to procure additional coronavirus vaccine doses directly from the manufacturers, as well as open up vaccination to any category of people above the age of 18 for the same.Covid-19 surge in India: States can now buy vaccines directly from manufacturers
India reports nearly 3 lakh new Covid cases, 2,023 deaths in 24 hours
India reported the highest-ever spike of COVID cases on April 21. The country reported 2,95,041 new Covid-19 cases in last 24 hours. India's Covid caseload now stands at 1,56,16,130 and currently there are 21,57,538 active cases in India. With 2,023 new deaths, toll has mounted to 1,82,553. In last 24 hrs, 1,67,457 people have been discharged, taking the numbers to 1,32,76,039. As of now, 13,01,19,310 COVID vaccine jabs have been inoculated.India reports nearly 3 lakh new Covid cases, 2,023 deaths in 24 hours
Covid-19: India reports over 3.32 lakh new cases, 2,263 deaths in 24 hours
According to the Health Ministry's latest bulletin, India reported 3,32,730 new Covid cases in the last 24 hours, taking the total tally to 1.63 crore. Apart from the new infections, as many 2,263 virus-related deaths were also reported during the dame duration, which took the death toll to 1.87 lakh.Covid-19: India reports over 3.32 lakh new cases, 2,263 deaths in 24 hours
COVID desperation is spreading across India
The desperation that engulfed New Delhi, India's capital, over the past few weeks is now spreading across the country, hitting states and rural areas with many fewer resources.
There should be no clampdown on citizen seeking Covid-19 help on internet: SC
There should be no clampdown on citizens seeking help on the presumption that they are raising false grievances on the internet, the Supreme Court said on Friday, terming the second wave of Covid-19 cases as a national crisis.There should be no clampdown on citizen seeking Covid-19 help on internet: SC
Top India stock fund warns of correction as coronavirus runs amok
The benchmark S&P BSE Sensex has climbed for two straight weeks, a period during which the nation's tally of daily virus infections as well as related deaths have hit records.
What you need to know about India's coronavirus crisis
Officially, more than 17.9 million infections have been confirmed in April and more than 200,000 people have died, but experts say the actual figures are likely much higher. In the same period, India has been responsible for more than half of the world's daily COVID-19 cases, setting a record-breaking pace of more than 300,000 a day.
India reports over 4 lakh new Covid cases, 3,523 deaths in 24 hours
India reported 4,01,993 new COVID-19 cases, 3,523 deaths and 2,99,988 discharges in the last 24 hours, as per Union Health Ministry. With the addition of new cases, the total number of cases have reached 1.91 crore while active cases stand at 32.68 lakh. There have been 1.56 crore recoveries reported so far while 2.11 lakh people have succumbed to the disease in the country.India reports over 4 lakh new Covid cases, 3,523 deaths in 24 hours
Record 3,689 daily COVID-19 deaths in India, 3,92,488 more test positive
Registering a steady increase, the active cases have increased to 33,49,644, comprising 17.13 per cent of the total infections, while the national COVID-19 recovery rate has further dropped to 81.77 per cent.
Pandemic aid begins to arrive in coronavirus-stricken India
Watch: Covid aid from Italy arrives in India
A flight from Italy, carrying 1 oxygen generating plant and 20 ventilators arrived in India on May 03. Ambassador of Italy to India, Vincenzo De Luca said, "We're going to deliver an oxygen production machine to a hospital in Noida. It'll provide oxygen to 100 patients at one time and to thousands in the days to come. We are trying to collect other supplies including ventilators; there were ventilators in this flight as well. Italian companies operating in India are helping the Indian government in the production of oxygen."Watch: Covid aid from Italy arrives in India
Covid-19: India reports 2,00,739 new cases, 1,038 deaths in 24 hours
India on Thursday reported 2,00,739 new COVID-19 cases and 1,038 deaths in the last 24 hours. As per the union health ministry of family and welfare, the country's caseload increased to 1,40,74,564. The fresh fatalities pushed the death toll to 1,73,123.Covid-19: India reports 2,00,739 new cases, 1,038 deaths in 24 hours
COVID-19: Dubai-based airline Emirates to ship aid for free into India
"Emirates has set up a humanitarian airbridge between Dubai and India to transport urgent medical and relief items, to support India in its fight to control the serious COVID-19 situation in the country," the airline tweeted on Sunday.
COVID-19: Dubai-based airline Emirates to ship aid for free into India
"Emirates has set up a humanitarian airbridge between Dubai and India to transport urgent medical and relief items, to support India in its fight to control the serious COVID-19 situation in the country," the airline tweeted on Sunday.
US dispatches third set of Coronavirus aid to India
The US carrier has onboard oxygen cylinders, test kits and other supplies and is expected to land in New Delhi after a brief haul in Munich according to USAID.
WHO says Covid-19 variant B.1.617 first found in India detected in 44 countries
"As of May 11, over 4,500 sequences have been uploaded to GISAID and assigned to B.1.617 from 44 countries in all six WHO regions," the global health body said in its latest weekly epidemiological update published on Tuesday.
As coronavirus engulfs India, diaspora watches with despair
In the U.S., where half of the adult population has gotten at least one COVID-19 shot, the talk has been of reopening, moving forward and healing. But for Indian Americans, the daily crush of dark news from ``desh,'' the homeland, is a stark reminder that the pandemic is far from over.
Need to prepare for third Covid wave, ready buffer stock of oxygen: SC to Centre
The Supreme Court on Thursday began hearing the matter regarding the supply of oxygen by the Centre to various hospitals in Delhi. The government counsel apprised the court as to how it will provide oxygen to Delhi hospitals. The court further observed the need for a buffer stock of oxygen on an urgent basis. "We need to prepare for the third wave of Covid-19. Need to create a buffer stock of oxygen as soon as possible."Need to prepare for third Covid wave, ready buffer stock of oxygen: SC to Centre
Nearly 40,000 coronavirus cases in India: Government
Registering an increase for the ninth day in a row, the total active caseload has reached 2,71,282, which now comprises 2.36 per cent of the total infections, while the recovery rate has further dropped to 96.26 per cent, the data stated.
Surge in fresh COVID-19 cases, India records 59,118 new infections
Registering an increase for the 16th day in row, the active cases have increased to 4,21,066 comprising 3.55 per cent of the total infections, while the recovery rate has further dropped to 95.09 per cent, the data stated.
India's vaccinations plummet as coronavirus infections soar
Daily inoculations have averaged 2.5 million since hitting a peak of 4.5 million on April 5. A quadrupling of coronavirus cases during the period has collapsed the public health system in many regions of the country.
How India crossed the grim milestone of 2-lakh Covid-19 deaths
The total number of people who have died of the Covid-19 virus in the country was 201,187 with 3,293 deaths on Wednesday.
Covid-19: India reports 2,17,353 new cases, 1,185 deaths in 24 hours
India on Friday recorded 2,17,353 new coronavirus cases in the highest single-day spike ever since the pandemic began last year. The death toll surged to 1,74,308 with 1,185 more COVID-19 patients succumbing in the last 24 hours, the union ministry of health and family welfare stated. It is the second consecutive day when over 2 lakh COVID infections have been reported. It is the 10th consecutive day when India reported over 1 lakh Daily coronavirus cases.Covid-19: India reports 2,17,353 new cases, 1,185 deaths in 24 hours
UBS expects record IPO year for India despite Covid-19 crisis
Before the arrival of the coronavirus pandemic's second wave, India's markets were full of optimism.
Covid-19: New Zealand suspends entry for travellers from India
New Zealand on Thursday temporarily suspended entry for all travellers from India following a surge in COVID-19 cases arriving from there, local media reported. The ban comes after it was reported that 17 of the 23 new COVID-19 cases in managed isolation announced on Thursday had arrived from India.Covid-19: New Zealand suspends entry for travellers from India
SBI allocates Rs 71 cr for fight against coronavirus
Among others, SBI has tied up with various hospitals for vaccination of its employees and their dependent family members. It will also bear the cost of inoculation.
Working closely with India to help address Covid crisis, says White House PS but no comment on release of stockpiled vaccine
White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki said that Indian-US officials are in touch about possible US help to India, but didn't comment on whether US would send vaccines from its stockpiles.Working closely with India to help address Covid crisis, says White House PS but no comment on release of stockpiled vaccine
View: India's Covid disaster is now world's problem
But the world needs to look beyond India and avoid yet another mistake of timing. We cannot afford to repeat the experience of the first wave, when we didn't realize just how quickly a virus can travel. Neither should nations be lulled into a sense of false security by the progress of vaccination campaigns in the United States and Europe.
The real Covid variant risk from India's pandemic wave is being missed
The efficacy of vaccines in dealing with variants isn't a new concern. Researchers have fretted about everything from B.1.1.7 in the U.K. and B.1.351 in South Africa to P.1 in Brazil and B.1.429 and B.1.232 in California.
Coronavirus in India: Over 4 lakh cases, 4187 deaths reported in last 24 hours
India reported 4,01,078 fresh COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours, pushing the overall cases to 2,18,92,676. With this the country has recorded over 4 lakh daily cases for the third consecutive day. Total 3,18,609 discharges registered in the last 24 hours, pushing the overall recoveries to 1,79,30,960. The country's death toll has reached 2,38,270 following 4,187 deaths in the last 24 hours.Coronavirus in India: Over 4 lakh cases, 4187 deaths reported in last 24 hours
US determined to support India in Covid fight, ensure supply of vaccine raw materials: Joe Biden to Modi
US President Joe Biden on Monday conveyed solidarity with India in its fight against Covid-19 and asserted that his country was determined to support its efforts by quickly deploying resources such as therapeutics, ventilators and identifying sources of raw materials to be made available for the manufacture of Covishield vaccine, according to a statement.US determined to support India in Covid fight, ensure supply of vaccine raw materials: Joe Biden to Modi
Coronavirus in India: 3.48 lakh new cases, record 4,205 fatalities reported in last 24 hrs
India witnessed a dip in COVID-19 cases after the country reported 3,48,421 new infections in last 24 hours. 3,55,338 discharges were also reported in the same time. With 37,04,099 active cases, COVID caseload of the country stood at 2,33,40,938. 4205 new deaths in last 24 hours took the toll to 2,54,197. A total of 17,52,35,991 vaccine doses have been inoculated.Coronavirus in India: 3.48 lakh new cases, record 4,205 fatalities reported in last 24 hrs
COVID-19: France to send medical supplies to India
"Coordinated by the ministry's Crisis and Support Centre and carried out by the Embassy of France in India, the mission will involve shipping by air and sea freight by the end of this week," the ministry said in a statement.
India Covid-19 cases: India reports 3,57,229 new cases and 3,449 deaths in last 24 hours
Registering a steady increase, the active cases have increased to 34,47,133 comprising 17 per cent of the total infections, while the national COVID-19 recovery rate was recorded at 81.91 per cent, the data updated at 8 am showed.
Former PM Manmohan Singh tests positive for Covid-19; admitted to AIIMS
Former prime minister Manmohan Singh tested positive for coronavirus on Monday. The senior Congress leader was admitted to the All India Institute Of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in the national capital.Former PM Manmohan Singh tests positive for Covid-19; admitted to AIIMS
India conducting 18-20 lakh COVID tests a day: ICMR
India conducting 18-20 lakh COVID tests a day: ICMRStressing that early testing, isolation and home-based care is the key to control transmission, Bhargava said, "The RT-PCR testing capacity is about 16 lakh per day in our laboratories and RAT capacity is also around 17 lakh per day."
India records new daily high of 3,86,452 coronavirus cases; 3,498 more dead
India records new daily high of 3,86,452 coronavirus cases; 3,498 more deadRegistering a steady increase, the active cases have increased to 31,70,228 comprising 16.90 per cent of the total infections, while the national COVID-19 recovery rate has further dropped to 81.99 per cent.
India and its vaccine maker stumble over their pandemic promises
India and its vaccine maker stumble over their pandemic promisesPoonawalla defended his company and its ambitions. He had no choice but to hand over vaccines to the govt, he said. He cited a lack of raw materials, which he has partially blamed on the US. Making vaccines, he said, is a painstaking process that requires investment and major risks. He said he would return to India when he had finished his business in London.
COVID-19 Indian variant spreads to neighbouring countries; detected in Lanka, Bangladesh
COVID-19 Indian variant spreads to neighbouring countries; detected in Lanka, BangladeshThe B.1.617.2, classified as a Variant Under Investigation (VUI) on April 28, is now known as VOC-21APR-02 after it was found to be at least as transmissible as the so-called Kent variant, detected in England last year and the dominant variant in the UK so far.
India records 3.29 lakh fresh COVID-19 cases, 3,876 fatalities
India records 3.29 lakh fresh COVID-19 cases, 3,876 fatalitiesA total of 3,29,942 infections were reported in a span of 24 hours, while the death toll climbed to 2,49,992 with 3,876 fresh fatalities, the data updated at 8 am showed.
Covid-19: Cricket Australia donates $50,000 to help India fight pandemic
Covid-19: Cricket Australia donates $50,000 to help India fight pandemicUNICEF Australia's India COVID-19 Crisis Appeal is procuring and installing oxygen generation plants in hospitals to treat seriously ill patients, providing testing equipment in heavily impacted districts, and supporting the acceleration of the COVID-19 vaccination rollout.
Coronavirus in India: With 1.68 lakh new cases, highest single-day spike recorded so far
Coronavirus in India: With 1.68 lakh new cases, highest single-day spike recorded so farIndia hit a new coronavirus infection record with 1,68,912 new cases, the highest single-day rise so far, taking the total tally of cases to 1,35,27,717. The national COVID-19 recovery rate has fallen below 90 per cent. The active cases have surpassed the 12-lakh mark, while the death toll increased to 1,70,179 with 904 daily new fatalities, the highest since October 18, the data updated at 8 am showed.Coronavirus in India: With 1.68 lakh new cases, highest single-day spike recorded so far
Delhi HC dismisses PIL seeking order to restrain news channels from spreading negativity, insecurity
Delhi HC dismisses PIL seeking order to restrain news channels from spreading negativity, insecurityThe Delhi High Court on Monday dismissed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking issuance of direction to the Government of India to frame guidelines in a time-bound manner for the airing of news of sensitive nature such as reporting of mass-scale deaths and sufferings by the people by broadcasters/TV channels and restraining them from spreading negativity, sense of insecurity towards life, alarm, injury, harm, suffering, and damage.Delhi HC dismisses PIL seeking order to restrain news channels from spreading negativity, insecurity
SC sets up a 12-member National Task Force to facilitate public health response to the pandemic
SC sets up a 12-member National Task Force to facilitate public health response to the pandemicThe bench said the Union Cabinet Secretary will be the convenor of the task force and may nominate an officer not below the rank of Additional Secretary to depute for him, when necessary.
India posts record daily COVID-19 deaths, one in four globally last week
India posts record daily COVID-19 deaths, one in four globally last weekThe surge of the coronavirus in India, including of a highly infectious new variant first identified there, has seen hospitals runs out of beds and oxygen, and morgues and crematoriums overflowing. Many people have died in ambulances and car parks waiting for a bed or oxygen.
Over 3.14 lakh new COVID-19 cases in India, highest-ever recorded in any country
Over 3.14 lakh new COVID-19 cases in India, highest-ever recorded in any countryIndia's daily jump in cases of 314,835 surpasses the previous highest one-day rise in the world of 297,430 cases posted by the United States in January. India's total cases are now at 15.93 million, while deaths rose by 2,104 to reach a total of 184,657, according to health ministry data.
India, US discuss cooperation in pharma sector
India, US discuss cooperation in pharma sectorThe cooperation between the two countries in dealing with the coronavirus pandemic figured in discussions between Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla and Daniel B Smith, the Charge D'Affaires of the US Embassy in India.
India posts record daily rise in COVID-19 cases of 401,993
India posts record daily rise in COVID-19 cases of 401,993India has added about 7.7 million cases since the end of February, when its second wave picked up steam, according to a Reuters tally. In contrast, it took India nearly six months to add the previous 7.7 million cases.
Covid-19: Dr Harsh Vardhan interacts with AIIMS doctors
Covid-19: Dr Harsh Vardhan interacts with AIIMS doctorsAmid deteriorating COVID-19 situation in the country, Union Health Minister Dr. Harsh Vardhan visited All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) on April 16. Health Minister will visit various healthcare facilities over next few days to assess and further scale-up arrangements. AIIMS Director Dr. Randeep Guleria & other doctors of the hospital were present. Covid-19: Dr Harsh Vardhan interacts with AIIMS doctors
India records 4,03,738 new COVID-19 cases, 2,42,362 deaths so far
India records 4,03,738 new COVID-19 cases, 2,42,362 deaths so farRegistering a steady increase, the active cases have increased to 37,36,648, comprising 16.76 per cent of the total infections, while the national COVID-19 recovery rate was recorded at 82.15 per cent.
Covid-19: India reports 1,26,789 new cases in 24 hours, highest ever
Covid-19: India reports 1,26,789 new cases in 24 hours, highest everIndia reported the highest-ever 1,26,789 new COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours, as per the Union Health Ministry data on Thursday. As many as 685 deaths took the overall death toll to 1,66,862. While 59,258 people were discharged, the total number of recoveries reached 1,18,51,393. The number of active cases stands at 9,10,319. Covid-19: India reports 1,26,789 new cases in 24 hours, highest ever
COVID-19: Taiwan delivers medical supplies to India
COVID-19: Taiwan delivers medical supplies to India"To express strong friendship with India in its fight against a new wave of Covid-19 pandemic, Taiwan is delivering critical medical supplies to India. The first batch of 150 oxygen concentrators and 500 oxygen cylinders have arrived in New Delhi on Sunday," the TECC said.
COVID-19: Record 4,205 fatalities in single day in country, 3.48 lakh new cases
COVID-19: Record 4,205 fatalities in single day in country, 3.48 lakh new casesThe active cases have reduced to 37,04,099 comprising 15.87 per cent of the total infections, while the national COVID-19 recovery rate has improved to 83.04 per cent, data showed.
COVID: AstraZeneca pledges $250,000 as humanitarian aid to India
COVID: AstraZeneca pledges $250,000 as humanitarian aid to IndiaThe aid to India is part of the USD 1 million which the British-Swedish multinational has earmarked for relief initiatives across communities which have been hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic.
The rich bring hospitals to their homes amid coronavirus surge
The rich bring hospitals to their homes amid coronavirus surgeVentilator sales and demand for setting up residential ICU facilities see a spike
US govt doing everything it can to help India fight COVID-19, says official
US govt doing everything it can to help India fight COVID-19, says officialIn the last one week, six air shipments of vital assistance have landed in India, which is battling the second wave of the coronavirus pandemic, Senior Advisor Ervin Massinga from the Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs said on Friday.
Covid-19: Shortage hits vaccination at Mumbai hospitals
Covid-19: Shortage hits vaccination at Mumbai hospitalsAmid a surge in COVID-19 cases, vaccination could not take place at 25 private Mumbai hospitals due to a shortage of doses on Thursday, the city civic body claimed. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), in a release, said the jabs couldn't be administered at 25 of the 71 approved vaccination centres as the doses had run out of stock at these private facilities.Covid-19: Shortage hits vaccination at Mumbai hospitals
Why are coronavirus cases falling in India
Why are coronavirus cases falling in IndiaThe drop in coronavirus numbers assumes significance as several countries across the world are experiencing a second and in some cases even third wave of Covid-19 virus.
US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin underscores America's commitment to support India battling COVID-19 surge
US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin underscores America's commitment to support India battling COVID-19 surge"I should say just a word about the crisis facing our friends in India. We're moving urgently to support India's front-line healthcare workers. And three U.S. Air Force C-5M Super Galaxies and a C-17 Globemaster 3 has already delivered many tons of critical supplies," Austin told reporters at a Pentagon news conference on Thursday.
Lockdown Anniversary: A look back at how India fought Covid pandemic
Lockdown Anniversary: A look back at how India fought Covid pandemicIndia marked the nationwide lockdown's first anniversary by expanding the covid- 19 vaccination drive. Here is a look at key events of India's fight against the Covid-19 pandemic.Lockdown Anniversary: A look back at how India fought Covid pandemic
As COVID-19 devastates India, deaths go undercounted
As COVID-19 devastates India, deaths go undercountedEach day, the government reports more than 300,000 new infections, a world record, and India is now seeing more new infections than any other country by far, almost half of all new cases in a global surge.
Worker optimism shaken in the wake of Covid-19 pandemic, but future outlook is positive in India: Survey
Worker optimism shaken in the wake of Covid-19 pandemic, but future outlook is positive in India: SurveyA statement shared by the company says that the survey of more than 32,000 workers in 17 countries found that almost 95% of workers in India have felt concerns over their financial or job security during the pandemic, yet around the same amount say they feel optimistic about the next five years in the workplace.
Singapore's trade bodies raising funds to support India in combating COVID-19
Singapore's trade bodies raising funds to support India in combating COVID-19The Singapore Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI), and the Little India Shopkeepers Association (LISHA) are jointly coordinating efforts by the community to support India.
Covid-19: India reports 1,03,558 new cases, 478 deaths in 24 hours
Covid-19: India reports 1,03,558 new cases, 478 deaths in 24 hoursIndia reports 1,03,558 new Covid-19 cases, 52,847 discharges, and 478 deaths in the last 24 hours, as per the Union Health Ministry. Total cases: 1,25,89,067; Total recoveries: 1,16,82,136; Active cases: 7,41,830; Death toll: 1,65,101; Total vaccination: 7,91,05,163.Covid-19: India reports 1,03,558 new cases, 478 deaths in 24 hours
Travel ban: Few options for Indians as US restrictions loom
Travel ban: Few options for Indians as US restrictions loomMillions of Indian Americans including students and expatriates are anxious and fearful as the US announced plans to impose travel restrictions on India. The more than 4.2 million people who make up the Indian diaspora in the U.S., according to census estimates, have watched in horror as the latest coronavirus surge burns through India.Travel ban: Few options for Indians as US restrictions loom
Don't fret if second dose delayed, no need to restart vaccine schedule, say experts
Don't fret if second dose delayed, no need to restart vaccine schedule, say expertsIn the UK, recommended gap between two doses of Covishield is 12 weeks, while in Canada, authorities have opted for up to 16 weeks.
Covid-19: India reports 96,982 new cases, 446 deaths in 24 hours
Covid-19: India reports 96,982 new cases, 446 deaths in 24 hoursIndia reports 96,982 new Covid-19 cases, 50,143 discharges, and 446 deaths in the last 24 hours, as per the Union Health Ministry. Total cases: 1,26,86,049; Total recoveries: 1,17,32,279; Active cases: 7,88,223; Death toll: 1,65,547; Total vaccination: 8,31,10,926.Covid-19: India reports 96,982 new cases, 446 deaths in 24 hours
Coronavirus in India: Daily case count crosses 4-lakh mark with nearly 4000 fresh fatalities
Coronavirus in India: Daily case count crosses 4-lakh mark with nearly 4000 fresh fatalitiesThe Covid case count and death toll touched new records in India in the past 24 hours. The country reported 4,12,262 new Covid cases yesterday. 3,29,113 people were discharged during the day. There were 3,980 deaths during the day, the highest 24-hour toll so far, data released by the Union Health Ministry showed.Coronavirus in India: Daily case count crosses 4-lakh mark with nearly 4000 fresh fatalities
Pfizer donates USD 70 mn worth COVID-19 treatment drugs to India
Pfizer donates USD 70 mn worth COVID-19 treatment drugs to IndiaThese medicines, valued at more than USD 70 million, will be made available immediately, said company's Chairman.
Variant accelerating India's Covid explosion: WHO top scientist
Variant accelerating India's Covid explosion: WHO top scientistIn an interview with AFP, Soumya Swaminathan warned that "the epidemiological features that we see in India today do indicate that it's an extremely rapidly spreading variant".
Automakers fear dent in sales as COVID-19 cases surge in India
Automakers fear dent in sales as COVID-19 cases surge in India"The COVID-19 situation deterioration is obviously a negative for customer sentiment and thus has a negative impact on sales," MSI Executive Director (Sales and Marketing) Shashank Srivastava told when asked about the impact of second wave of the pandemic on the company's sales.
'One nation, one price' should be ensured for vaccines: Rajasthan Health Minister
'One nation, one price' should be ensured for vaccines: Rajasthan Health MinisterRajasthan Health Minister Raghu Sharma informed that when the state government reached out to the Serum Institute of India for vaccines, it was turned down. He said that SII told the state government that no vaccines will be available till May 15 as they have to first fulfil orders placed by Government of India. Commenting on the variation in prices of vaccines for states, central government, he said that 'One nation, One price' should be ensured.'One nation, one price' should be ensured for vaccines: Rajasthan Health Minister
COVID second wave: India logs highest-ever single-day spike with 4.14 lakh new cases and 3915 deaths
COVID second wave: India logs highest-ever single-day spike with 4.14 lakh new cases and 3915 deathsIndia has recorded 4,14,188 fresh Covid-19 cases in the last 24 hours -- the highest so far, along with 3,915 fatalities, taking the total number of cases in the country to 2,14,91,598, the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare said on Friday. It is the third time after May 1 that India has crossed the four lakh mark of active cases in last 24 hours. On Thursday, India recorded 4,12,262 cases.COVID second wave: India logs highest-ever single-day spike with 4.14 lakh new cases and 3915 deaths
WTO countries should immediately finalise text on patent waiver for COVID-19 treatment: Experts
WTO countries should immediately finalise text on patent waiver for COVID-19 treatment: ExpertsThe agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights or TRIPS came into effect in January 1995. It is a multilateral agreement on intellectual property (IP) rights such as copyright, industrial designs, patents and protection of undisclosed information or trade secrets.
Covid-19: India reports over 56,000 new cases, 271 deaths in 24 hours
Covid-19: India reports over 56,000 new cases, 271 deaths in 24 hoursAs per the data released by Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW), India on March 30 reported single-day spike of 56,211 new coronavirus cases in the last 24 hours. 271 deaths in the same period pushed the COVID-19 toll in the country to 1,62,114. India's confirmed cases of coronavirus stand at 1,20,95,855 which include 5,40,720 active infections. More than 1,13,93,021 people have recovered from the virus with 37,028 new discharges in last 24 hours.Covid-19: India reports over 56,000 new cases, 271 deaths in 24 hours
India's coronavirus cases see highest rise since December 13
India's coronavirus cases see highest rise since December 13India's daily COVID-19 cases jumped by 28,903 on Wednesday, data from the health ministry showed, the highest increase since Dec. 13 and taking the total to 11.44 million.
Covid-19: India records over 1.31 lakh new cases in last 24 hours, highest ever single-day spike
Covid-19: India records over 1.31 lakh new cases in last 24 hours, highest ever single-day spikeThe country has reported as many as 1,31,968 new Covid-19 cases, 61,899 discharges, and 780 deaths in the last 24 hours, the Union Health Ministry said. The new deaths pushed India's Covid-19 death toll to 1,67,642, while the total recoveries surged to 1,19,13,292. A total of 9,79,608 cases are currently active in the country, according to the health ministry.Covid-19: India records over 1.31 lakh new cases in last 24 hours, highest ever single-day spike
COVID-19: India reports 2,023 fresh fatalities, 2,95,041 cases in single day
COVID-19: India reports 2,023 fresh fatalities, 2,95,041 cases in single dayRegistering a steady increase for the 42nd in a row, the active cases have increased to 21,57,538, comprising 13.82 per cent of the total infections, while the national COVID-19 recovery rate has dropped to 85.01 per cent.
Amid coronavirus chaos and protests, India's farmers eye record wheat crop
Amid coronavirus chaos and protests, India's farmers eye record wheat cropIndia's farmers are on track to gather a record 109 million tonnes this year, posing more headaches for a government that some experts say underestimated the strength of rural anger.
View: Lessons from the second wave of coronavirus pandemic
View: Lessons from the second wave of coronavirus pandemicWhile the ferocity of the second wave seems to have caught everyone unawares, it holds some very important lessons for us.
View: Lessons from the second wave of coronavirus pandemic
View: Lessons from the second wave of coronavirus pandemicWhile the ferocity of the second wave seems to have caught everyone unawares, it holds some very important lessons for us.
India, UK variants equally transmissible, finds study
India, UK variants equally transmissible, finds studyApart from the UK, the sub-lineage B.1.617.2 is prevalent in Maharashtra and other parts of India. Its presence, however, is yet to be established in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, though the main variant, B.1.617, is present in the Telugu states. The UK variant B.1.1.7 is also found in the Telugu states to a lesser extent.
Oxygen supplies run low as India grapples with coronavirus 'storm'
Oxygen supplies run low as India grapples with coronavirus 'storm'India, the world's second most populous country, is reporting the world's highest number of new daily cases and approaching a peak of about 297,000 cases in one day that the United States hit in January.
Kenya says to stop flights to and from India amid coronavirus surge
Kenya says to stop flights to and from India amid coronavirus surgeKenya's health ministry said on Wednesday it was suspending flights to and from India after midnight on Saturday amid the coronavirus surge in that country.
COVID-19 vaccine: Govt caps price at Rs 250 per dose in private hospitals
COVID-19 vaccine: Govt caps price at Rs 250 per dose in private hospitalsThe price of the coronavirus vaccine at private facilities in the country has been capped at Rs 250 per dose which includes Rs 100 as service charge, according to central government sources. From March 1, India is going to start the vaccination of people above 60 years and individuals above 45 years of age having comorbidities against coronavirus.COVID-19 vaccine: Govt caps price at Rs 250 per dose in private hospitals
Covid-19: India report 72,330 new cases, 459 deaths in 24 hours
Covid-19: India report 72,330 new cases, 459 deaths in 24 hoursIndia reports 72,330 new Covid-19 cases, 40,382 discharges, and 459 deaths in the last 24 hours, as per the Union Health Ministry. Total cases: 1,22,21,665; Total recoveries: 1,14,74,683; Active cases: 5,84,055; Death toll: 1,62,927; Total vaccination: 6,51,17,896.Covid-19: India report 72,330 new cases, 459 deaths in 24 hours