New variant of COVID-19 Delta strain detected in Norway
November 15, 2021
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Oslo [Norway], Russia: A new variant of the Delta strain of the coronavirus has been detected in Norway, which is assumed to be no more
Israel approves COVID-19 vaccination for children aged 5-11
November 15, 2021
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Tel Aviv [Israel]: Nachman Ash, director-general of the Israeli health ministry, on Sunday approved the expert panel’s recommendation to start COVID-19 vaccination for children aged
Austria announces lockdown on unvaccinated amid rising COVID cases
November 14, 2021
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Vienna [Austria]: Austria will start from Monday to impose a lockdown on those who have not been vaccinated, the Austrian government announced on Sunday.“We have
Russia registers 39,256 new coronavirus cases in past 24 hours
November 13, 2021
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Moscow [Russia] : Russia registered 39,256 new coronavirus cases in the past 24 hours, which brings the total since the beginning of the pandemic to
India reports 11,850 fresh COVID-19 cases, 555 deaths in last 24 hours
November 13, 2021
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New Delhi [India] : India reported 11,850 new COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours taking the cumulative case count to 34,426,036, informed the Ministry
Har Ghar Dastak campaign focuses on at least 90 pc adult vaccination coverage, says Dr Agnani
November 13, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: The major focus of the Centre’s Har Ghar Dastak campaign is to vaccinate at least 90 per cent of the adult population
Putin calls on WHO to accelerate recognition of new COVID-19 vaccines
November 12, 2021
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Moscow [Russia]: Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday called on the World Health Organization to accelerate the recognition of new COVID-19 vaccines, adding that the
India’s cumulative Covid-19 vaccination coverage exceeds 110.79 cr doses
November 12, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: India’s cumulative COVID-19 vaccination coverage crossed 110.79 crores on Friday, the Union Health Ministry informed.According to the ministry, more than 53.81 lakh
Bharat Biotech’s Covaxin phase 3 data shows 77.8 pc efficacy against COVID-19, says Lancet
November 12, 2021
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Hyderabad (Telangana) [India]: Hyderabad-based Bharat Biotech on Friday announced that the Lancet peer-review confirmed the efficacy analysis of Bharat Biotech’s Covaxin.As per phase-three clinical trials
Assam to launch COVID-19 vaccination drive to achieve 100 pc administration of first dose by month-end
November 11, 2021
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Guwahati (Assam) [India]: With an aim to achieve 100 per cent administration of the first dose of COVID-19 vaccine in the state, the Assam government
Bulgaria: From today, a green certificate will be issued to those who had COVID-19
November 11, 2021
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Sofia [Bulgaria] : From today, a green certificate will be issued to people with antibodies after suffering from Covid. Laboratories expect increased interest in the
COVID-19: States, UTs must work together in collaborative spirit, says Union Health Minister
November 11, 2021
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New Delhi [India] : Union Health Minister Dr Mansukh Mandaviya on Thursday said all the state and union territories should work together in a collaborative
No new variant of COVID-19 detected in Bengaluru, says Karnataka health secretary
November 11, 2021
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Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India] : Karnataka Health Secretary D. Randeep said no new variant of COVID-19 has been detected in Bengaluru. The state health secretary said,
India reports 13,091 fresh COVID-19 cases in last 24 hours
November 11, 2021
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New Delhi [India] : India reported 13,091 fresh COVID-19 cases and 340 fatalities in the last 24 hours, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Pak reports 637 new COVID-19 cases, 9 deaths in last 24 hrs
November 11, 2021
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Islamabad [Pakistan] : Pakistan has reported 637 new cases of COVID-19 and nine deaths in the last 24 hours, the National Command and Operation Centre
Delhi govt sets up COVID-19 vaccination camp for devotees near Chhath puja ghat
November 11, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: In a unique initiative, the Delhi Government set up a COVID-19 vaccination camp for devotees near a Chhath puja ghat in the
COVID-19 confirmed in pet dog in UK
November 11, 2021
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London [UK]: COVID-19 has been detected in a pet dog in the United Kingdom, confirmed UK’s Chief Veterinary Officer in a statement on Wednesday.According to
More than 25,000 tons of COVID-19 protection waste floats in oceans
November 10, 2021
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Sofia [Bulgaria]: Since the start of the 2020 pandemic, many have become accustomed to using personal protective equipment, which is often disposable and not used
96 countries recognised Covishield, Covaxin: Health Minister Mandaviya
November 10, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: As many as 96 countries have recognised Covaxin and Covishield and both of these COVID-19 vaccines have received emergency use listing (EUL)
Oral COVID-19 pill to be imported into S Korea in February next year
November 9, 2021
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Seoul [South Korea]: A new type of COVID-19 treatment developed overseas will be imported into Korea from February next year.According to Koh Jae-young, the spokesman
Russia records 39,160 COVID-19 cases in past 24 hours
November 9, 2021
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Moscow [Russia], November 9 (ANI/Sputnik): Russia registered 39,160 COVID-19 cases in the past 24 hours, down from 39,400 the day before, bringing the cumulative total
Karnataka govt issues COVID-19 guidelines for short term travellers from Maharashtra
November 9, 2021
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Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India]: The Karnataka Government on Monday issued COVID-19 guidelines for short term travellers (2 days or less) from Maharashtra to Karnataka by any
Over 80,000 eligible COVID-19 vaccine beneficiaries didn’t turn up for 2nd dose in Tripura, says State health department
November 9, 2021
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Agartala (Tripura) [India]: Principal Secretary to Tripura Health and Family Welfare Department, JK Sinha on Monday informed that over 80,000 eligible beneficiaries of the COVID-19
Sri Lanka mulls making COVID-19 vaccine cards mandatory
November 8, 2021
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Colombo [Sri Lanka]: Sri Lankan Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella said on Monday that legal advice had been sought on if COVID-19 vaccine cards could be
US reopens land, air borders to foreign visitors fully vaccinated against COVID-19 from today
November 8, 2021
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Washington [US]: After 20 months of travel restrictions, the US is reopening its land and air borders to foreign visitors fully vaccinated against COVID-19 from
Hundreds join protests against mandatory vaccination across Australia
November 7, 2021
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Canberra [Australia]: Rallies against mandatory vaccination were held throughout Australia on Sunday, national media reported.The peaceful protests were held across the state of New South
Over 116.58 cr COVID-19 vaccine doses provided to States, UTs so far, says Centre
November 7, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: More than 116.58 crore (1,16,58,27,955) COVID-19 vaccine doses have been provided to States and Union Territories so far through the Centre and
Mumbai reports 238 new Covid cases, 4 deaths
November 6, 2021
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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India]: As many as 238 fresh COVID-19 infections and four deaths were reported in Mumbai on Friday.With this, the number of total positive
WHO chief warns about spike in COVID-19 as cases surge in Europe, Central Asia
November 6, 2021
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Geneva [Switzerland]: Amid the latest rise in COVID-19 in Europe and Central Asia, WHO Director-General, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus on Thursday (local time) warned about the
Delhi cabinet approves Rs 1,544 cr for health facilities to combat COVID-19
November 5, 2021
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New Delhi [India] : The Delhi Cabinet chaired by Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Friday approved Rs 1,544 crores for health facilities to combat COVID-19.As
Pfizer says its COVID-19 oral antiviral candidate reduces risk of hospitalisation by 89pc
November 5, 2021
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New York [US]: American pharmaceutical company Pfizer announced on Friday that its investigational COVID-19 oral antiviral candidate, Paxlovid, showed an 89 per cent reduction in
Kerala: 6,580 fresh COVID-19 infections, 46 deaths recorded
November 5, 2021
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Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India]: Kerala reported 6,580 new COVID-19 cases and 46 deaths in the last 24 hours. According to the state government’s data, 62,219 samples
Pakistan records 515 new COVID-19 cases, 11 deaths
November 5, 2021
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Islamabad [Pakistan] : Pakistan reported 515 new COVID-19 infections in the county in the last 24 hours, while 11 patients succumbed to the viral infection,
WHO says rising pace of Covid-19 transmission in Europe of ‘grave concern’
November 4, 2021
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Geneva [Switzerland]: World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Director for Europe Hans Kluge on Thursday raised “grave concern” about the rising pace of Covid transmission in
Travellers vaccinated with Covaxin can now enter US
November 4, 2021
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Washington [US]: Travellers fully vaccinated against COVID-19 with Covaxin have been given the green light to enter the US from November 8. Talking to ANI
WHO EUL approval opens up Covaxin for worldwide use, says ICMR DG
November 4, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: Following the World Health Organization’s (WHO) Emergency Use Listing (EUL) for Bharat Biotech’s COVID-19 vaccine, Covaxin, Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
No COVID-19 vaccination at civic, govt-run centres in Mumbai for 4 days
November 3, 2021
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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India]: The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) on Wednesday announced that no COVID-19 vaccination will take place at civic and government-run centres in Mumbai
Covaxin ‘extremely suitable’ for low, middle-income countries due to easy storage requirements: WHO
November 3, 2021
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Geneva [Switzerland]: The World Health Organisation (WHO) has said that Covaxin — COVID-19 vaccine developed by Bharata Biotech — is extremely suitable for low and
WHO chief scientist congratulates India after WHO approves Covaxin for emergency use listing
November 3, 2021
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Geneva [Switzerland]: WHO Chief Scientist Soumya Swaminathan on Wednesday congratulated India after the World Health Organisation (WHO) granted approval for Emergency Use Listing (EUL) for
US formally recommends Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for children aged 5-11
November 3, 2021
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Washington [US]: Following rigorous review and authorization process by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) on Tuesday (local
Tamil Nadu logs 973 new COVID-19 cases, 21 deaths
November 2, 2021
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Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India]: Tamil Nadu reported 973 new COVID-19 cases and 21 fatalities in the last 24 hours on Tuesday. According to the health
Brazil registers lowest number of COVID-19 deaths since April 2020
November 2, 2021
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Brasilia [Brazil]: Brazil registered on October 31 the lowest daily average of deaths from COVID-19 practically since the disease was detected in the country in
Covaxin recognition by Australia important step in post-COVID bilateral partnership, says PM Modi
November 2, 2021
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Glasgow [UK]: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday thanked his Australian counterpart Scott Morrison after Canberra recognised Bharat Biotech’s Covaxin COVID-19 vaccine.“I thank my dear
G20 leaders agree to strengthen WHO process for COVID-19 vaccines approval: Piyush Goyal
November 1, 2021
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Rome [Italy]: The G20 leaders have agreed to strengthen the World Health Organisation’s processes for approval of COVID-19 vaccines so that the world can have
US-China trade war worsened amid COVID-19 pandemic, says Dy Chairman of Russian Security Council
November 1, 2021
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Moscow [Russia]: The coronavirus pandemic only exacerbated the trade war between the US and China and provocations on the part of NATO have become more
India preparing to produce over 5 billion COVID-19 vaccine doses for world next year, says PM Modi
October 31, 2021
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Rome [Italy]: India is preparing to produce more than 5 billion COVID-19 vaccine doses for the world next year to fight against the pandemic, Prime
Italian PM, other EU leaders laud India’s achievements in COVID-19 vaccination
October 30, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla on Friday said European Union leaders including Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi have congratulated Prime Minister Narendra
Most people have either been infected with COVID earlier or have taken jabs: Satyendra Jain
October 29, 2021
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Delhi [India]: Claiming that 97 per cent of those under the sixth serological survey in Delhi have developed antibodies against coronavirus, Delhi Health Minister Satyendra
India to procure 30 crore COVID-19 vaccine doses in November: Sources
October 28, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: India would procure an estimate of 30 crore COVID-19 vaccine doses in the month of November, government sources informed on Thursday. The
Amanda Seyfried Reveals She Had Covid The Morning Of Her Oscar Nomination
October 28, 2021
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Actor Amanda Seyfried couldn’t celebrate her first Oscar nomination for her role in ‘Mank’ due to her coronavirus diagnosis. On ‘Late Night With Seth Meyers’,
Centre to launch ‘Har Ghar Dastak’ campaign to ramp up COVID-19 vaccination
October 28, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: Centre will soon start a mega COVID-19 vaccination campaign ‘Har Ghar Dastak’ in poor-performing districts aiming to achieve full vaccination by the
Oman approves Covaxin COVID-19 vaccines for travel without quarantine
October 27, 2021
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Muscat [Oman]: The Government of the Sultanate of Oman on Wednesday added Indian-made Covaxin to the approved list of COVID-19 vaccines for travel to the
Chinese tourists flock Tibet’s Lhasa amid COVID-19 surge in 11 Chinese provinces
October 27, 2021
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Lhasa [Tibet]: Amid the resurgence of COVID-19 in China lately, Chinese tourists are rushing to Lhasa, the capital city of Tibet. This comes at a
Indonesia reports 460 newly confirmed COVID-19 cases, 30 more deaths
October 25, 2021
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Jakarta [Indonesia]: Indonesia on Monday confirmed 460 new COVID-19 cases, raising its tally of infections to 42,40,479, according to the country’s Health Ministry.The ministry reported
US donated 100,000 Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines arrive in Nepal
October 25, 2021
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Kathmandu [Nepal]: A total of 100,620 doses of Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine donated by the United States of America arrived in Kathmandu on Monday.Sepideh Keyvanshad, Mission
US financing body, Biological E finalise agreement to expand COVID manufacturing capabilities in India
October 25, 2021
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In a move towards fulfilling the commitment set by the “Quad” leaders, the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation and Biological E. Limited unveiled the expansion
Beijing tightens curbs on inbound travel as COVID-19 cases surge
October 25, 2021
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Beijing [China]: Amid the renewed surge of COVID-19 cases in China, Beijing is set to tighten its management and control on personnel entering the capital
Pandemic Will End When World Chooses to End It, says WHO Chief
October 25, 2021
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Geneva [Switzerland]: The coronavirus pandemic will come to an end when all the countries start using the available health tools effectively, Director-General of the World
US to donate 100,620 more COVID-19 doses to Nepal
October 24, 2021
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Kathmandu [Nepal]: The United States is set to donate 100,620 doses of Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines to Nepal, the Embassy of the United States in Nepal
Australia launches ‘spread freedom’ COVID-19 vaccination push amid battle against 3rd wave
October 24, 2021
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Canberra [Australia]: The Australian government has launched the next phase of its coronavirus vaccination campaign as the country continues to battle the third wave of
Tamil Nadu reports 1,140 new Covid-19 cases, 17 deaths
October 24, 2021
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Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India]: Tamil Nadu reported 1,140 new COVID-19 cases and 17 deaths in the last 24 hours, according to the health bulletin released
Kerala logs 8,909 new COVID-19 cases, many deaths in last 24 hrs, Cases in Other States also on rise
October 23, 2021
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Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India]: Kerala reported 8,909 new COVID-19 cases and 65 deaths in the past 24 hours, said the state health bulletin on Saturday. As
Germany braces for seasonal COVID-19 spike
October 23, 2021
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Berlin [Germany]: Rising numbers of COVID-19 cases in Germany this week have led experts to predict a spike in infections this fall and winter.For the
People should avoid hesitancy, get fully vaccinated, says Dr Trehan
October 22, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: People should avoid hesitancy and get fully vaccinated against COVID-19, urged Medanta Hospitals chairman Dr Naresh Trehan on Friday. Commenting on the
WHO urges vaccination for health workers as over 115,000 have died
October 22, 2021
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Washington [US]: The World Health Organization (WHO) has urged countries to prioritize vaccination for health workers in the light of its new paper estimating that
Kerala: Health workers express gratitude to become part of nationwide COVID-19 vaccination drive
October 21, 2021
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Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India] : On the occasion of India’s 100 crore COVID vaccination milestone, the Junior Health Officer of District Model Hospital in Kerala’s Peroorkada
Union Health Minister to launch song to celebrate administration of 100 cr COVID-19 vaccine doses
October 20, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare Dr Mansukh Mandaviya on Thursday will launch a song and an audiovisual film to celebrate
India’s cumulative COVID-19 vaccination coverage crosses 99 crore doses
October 20, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: India’s cumulative COVID-19 vaccination coverage has reached 99 crore doses.More than 37 lakh vaccine doses were administered till 7 pm on Tuesday,
North East to be new engine for post-COVID economic development, says Jitendra Singh
October 19, 2021
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Imphal (Manipur) [India]: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) of Science Technology Jitendra Singh on Monday said that the North East will be a new
Former US State Secretary Colin Powell dies of COVID-19 complications
October 18, 2021
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Washington [US]: Former US State Secretary of State Colin Powell died from the COVID-19 complications, Fox News reported citing his family members. In a Facebook
Over 9 lakh COVID-19 tests conducted in India in last 24 hours
October 18, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: Over 9 lakh COVID-19 tests were conducted in the country in the last 24 hours, informed the Indian Council of Medical Research
Australia orders two more COVID-19 treatments amid battle against 3rd wave
October 17, 2021
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Canberra [Australia]: The Australian government has secured access to two new COVID-19 treatments as the country continues to battle the third wave of infections.Health Minister
Japan pledges to donate more COVID-19 vaccines to Taiwan
October 17, 2021
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Taipei [Taiwan]: The Japanese government on Friday announced to donate more AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine doses to Taiwan as a part of Tokyo’s free vaccine aid
Russia sees record number of daily COVID-19 cases, deaths: Response Centre
October 16, 2021
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Moscow [Russia}: Russia has registered a record number of daily COVID-19 cases in the past day, with a further 33,208 people falling ill since Friday,
Denmark to start offering COVID-19 booster shots to those over 65
October 15, 2021
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Aarhus [Denmark]: Denmark begins the second phase of its revaccination program next Monday in an effort to protect the vulnerable from COVID-19 infection, the Danish
Former US President Bill Clinton hospitalised due to blood infection
October 15, 2021
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Irvine (California) [US]: Former United States President Bill Clinton,75, has been hospitalised due to a blood infection, which is not COVID-19 related, according to a
Over 11 lakh COVID-19 tests conducted in India in 24 hours
October 15, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: In an effort to curb the COVID-19 pandemic, over 11 lakh samples were tested in the last 24 hours with which the
China warns against ‘manipulation’ of WHO COVID-19 origin probe
October 15, 2021
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Beijing [China]: A day after the World Health Organization (WHO) announced a launch of an expert group to study the origins of COVID-19, China on
Australia’s COVID-19 cases smash daily record
October 14, 2021
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Sydney [Australia]: Australia has recorded its highest ever daily increase of COVID-19 cases on Thursday, with a spike of almost 2,750 new cases in three
Tamil Nadu reports 1,280 new COVID-19 cases, 19 deaths
October 14, 2021
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Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India]: Tamil Nadu reported 1,280 new COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours. According to the state health bulletin, the total active
India reports 15,823 new COVID-19 cases
October 13, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: A total of 15,823 new COVID-19 cases and 226 deaths were reported in the last 24 hours, Union Health Ministry said on
Singapore reports 2,976 new COVID-19 cases
October 12, 2021
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Singapore: Singapore reported 2,976 new cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday, bringing the total tally in the country to 132,205, the Ministry of Health (MOH) said
Turkey records highest daily COVID-19 cases since April
October 12, 2021
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Ankara [Turkey] (ANI/Sputnik): Turkey’s number of new daily infections rose to a five-month high of 30,563 on Monday, new COVID-19 figures published by the Health
India reports lowest COVID-19 cases in 215 days
October 11, 2021
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New Delhi [India] : As informed by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, India reported 18,132 new COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours,
“100-cr mark to be crossed soon”
October 10, 2021
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Imphal (Manipur) [India]: India is set to achieve a milestone by inoculating 100 crore of its population within a few days making it the world’s
Assam records 273 new COVID-19 cases, 5 deaths
October 10, 2021
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Dispur (Assam) [India]: A total of 273 new COVID-19 cases were reported in the last 24 hours in Assam, as per a health bulletin released
Thousands protest in Rome against COVID-19 ‘green pass’ rule at workplaces
October 10, 2021
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Rome [Italy]: Scores of people protested in Rome on Saturday against the extension of the COVID-19 digital certificates to all workplaces, said reports.There was a
Portugal vaccinated 85 per cent of its population against COVID-19, says Official
October 9, 2021
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Lisbon [ Portugal]: Portugal has completed the vaccination of 85 per cent of its population against COVID-19, the country’s Director-General of Health Graca Freitas said
Congress-led UDF walks out
October 9, 2021
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Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India]: Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) staged a walkout from the state assembly on Friday alleging that Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan is hiding
India administers over 79.12 lakh COVID-19 vaccine doses in last 24 hours
October 9, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: India administered more than 79.12 lakh COVID-19 vaccine doses in the last 24 hours, informed the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Andhra logs 693 new COVID-19 cases, 6 deaths
October 8, 2021
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Amaravati (Andhra Pradesh) [India]: Andhra Pradesh reported 693 fresh COVID-19 cases and 6 fatalities in the past 24 hours, informed the state health department on
China facing ‘worst electricity crisis’ in decades
October 8, 2021
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Beijing [China] : China is facing its worst electricity crisis in decades as elevators have been turned off, stores’ opening hours have shortened, factories have
Over 93 cr COVID-19 vaccine doses administered in India so far
October 8, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: India has administered over 93 crore COVID-19 vaccine doses across the country so far since the vaccination drive began on January 16
WHO set to vaccinate 40 pc population of every country against COVID-19 by end of year
October 8, 2021
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Geneva [Switzerland]: The World Health Organization (WHO) on Thursday announced an initiative to vaccinate 40 per cent of the population of every country against COVID-19
Maharashtra announces ‘Mission Kavach Kundal’ scheme to boost up COVID-19 vaccination in state
October 7, 2021
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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India]: With a target to administer 15 lakh COVID-19 vaccine doses daily, the Maharashtra government on Thursday announced Mission Kavach Kundal from October
Israel’s COVID-19 cases surpass 1.3 million
October 7, 2021
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Tel Aviv [Israel]: Israel’s Ministry of Health on Thursday reported 2,369 new coronavirus cases, bringing the country’s total infections to 1,300,126.The death toll from the
Canada announces COVID-19 vaccination mandate for federal employees, most travellers
October 7, 2021
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Ottawa [Canada]: The Canadian government announced on Wednesday a COVID-19 vaccination mandate for federal employees and travellers aged 12 and older.All federal employees in the
India being world’s largest vaccine producer crucial in fight against COVID-19, says US diplomat
October 6, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: India and the United States have an “indispensable” partnership that covers areas across multiple dimensions and both countries can jointly overcome any
India’s cumulative COVID vaccination coverage crosses 92 crore doses
October 6, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: India’s cumulative COVID-19 vaccination coverage has crossed 92 crores on Tuesday, according to the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.More than
Highest ever vaccination in J-K in a day, 1.78 lakh COVID vaccine doses administered
October 5, 2021
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Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India]: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha informed that 1.78 lakh COVID-19 vaccine doses were administered in Jammu and Kashmir on Monday.Taking to
TS Tirumurti expresses India’s support to Haiti at UNSC amid crisis
October 5, 2021
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New York [US]: Permanent Representative of India to the United Nations (UN) TS Tirumurti during the United Nations Security Council briefing on Haiti expressed India’s
COVID-19: Beijing’s vaccine diplomacy fails as countries look to the West
October 4, 2021
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Beijing [China]: Countries that once relied on COVID-19 vaccines from Beijing have now turned up to jabs from the Western countries amid the growing concerns
700 passengers from UK arrive at Delhi airport, sent to mandatory 10-days quarantine
October 4, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: Around 700 passengers, who landed at Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi on Monday from the United Kingdom, were sent to a
COVID-19 vaccine ZyCov-D price still under negotiation, say Govt Sources
October 4, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: Negotiation over the pricing of COVID-19 vaccine ZyCov-D between the central government and Zydus Cadila are still underway. The final decision is
Russia sees 25,769 daily COVID-19 cases, 890 Deaths
October 3, 2021
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Moscow [Russia]: Russia saw 25,769 new COVID-19 cases and 890 virus-related deaths over the past 24 hours, the national crisis response centre said on Sunday
Vaccination of children only way to get rid of COVID pandemic: AIIMS Director
October 3, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: Children between 12 to 18 years of age will be vaccinated against COVID-19 very soon, said Dr Randeep Guleria, Director of All
Biden reiterates need for more vaccinations as COVID-19 death toll in US tops 7,00,000
October 3, 2021
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Washington [US]: US President Joe Biden said that the fact that the US death toll from the coronavirus infection has surpassed 7,00,000 means that more
Ernakulam administers 100% first doses
October 3, 2021
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Kochi (Kerala) [India]: Ernakulam becomes the first district in Kerala to complete 100 per cent COVID vaccination of its target population with the first dose,
Fully vaccinated people not following COVID-19 protocols, exposing themselves to risk, says Ajit Pawar
October 2, 2021
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Pune (Maharashtra) [India]: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on Friday, while quoting a survey by the state government, said that those who are fully
Argentina to start COVID-19 vaccination of children aged 3-11 by end of 2021
October 2, 2021
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Buenos Aires [Argentina]: The Argentine National Administration of Drugs, Food and Medical Technology (ANMAT) has authorised the use of the Chinese Sinopharm vaccine against COVID-19
Australian PM Morrison announces reopening of international travel, easing border restrictions
October 1, 2021
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Canberra [Australia]: Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison on Friday announced the reopening of international travel and easing of border restrictions.Morrison said that the international border
COVID-19 vaccine: Phase 2/3 trials of Covovax in children between age 7 and 11 begins in Pune
October 1, 2021
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Pune (Maharashtra) [India]: Phase 2/3 trials of Covovax COVID-19 vaccine in children between ages 7 and 11 began in Pune’s Bharati Vidyapeeth Medical College and
Avoid non-essential travel, observe low-key festivity this year: ICMR DG
September 30, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: Ahead of the festive season, Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) Director-General Balram Bhargava on Thursday made a fervent appeal to people
AstraZeneca to seek US approval for COVID-19 vaccine later this year
September 30, 2021
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Washington [US]: The pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca will file a request for approval of its novel coronavirus vaccine in the US later this year, the company
Japan to end COVID-19 emergency measures nationwide this week, says PM Suga
September 28, 2021
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Tokyo [Japan]: The Japanese government will end this week the COVID-19 state of emergency in Tokyo and 18 prefectures as well as the quasi-state of
Centre orders ex gratia of Rs 50,000 to families of those who died of COVID-19
September 28, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Tuesday issued an order for ex-gratia of Rs 50,000 for next to kin of those
India’s COVID vaccination drive going on at rapid pace
September 28, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: Even as the number of COVID-19 cases is declining continuously, the nationwide vaccination drive against the disease is going on at a
Employment in 9 select sectors stood at 3.08 cr in Q1 of FY22: Centre
September 28, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: Employment in nine select sectors, including construction, manufacturing and IT/BPO, stood at 3.08 crore in the April-June quarter, as per a report
Jaishankar meets Belizean PM, FM, appreciates their warm words on Vaccine Maitri
September 28, 2021
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Mexico City [Mexico]: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Belize’s Prime Minister Johnny Briceno and Foreign Minister Eamon Courtenay at the celebrations of Mexico’s 200th
India reports 26,041 new COVID-19 cases
September 27, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: India reported 26,041 new COVID-19 infections in the last 24 hours, said the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on Monday.
Kerala reports 15,951 fresh COVID-19 infections, 165 deaths in last 24 hrs
September 26, 2021
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Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India], September 26 : Kerala reported 15,951 fresh COVID-19 infections and 165 deaths, as per the state health ministry on Sunday.The number of
Russia records 22,498 new coronavirus cases in last 24 hours
September 26, 2021
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Moscow [Russia]: Russia registered 22,498 new coronavirus cases in the last 24 hours, which brings the cumulative total to 7,420,913, the federal response center said
COVID-19: If third wave comes, then its intensity is likely to be low, says DG CSIR
September 24, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: Amidst the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) on Friday informed that even if the third wave
Australia’s COVID-19 vaccination to hit milestone with half of adults fully vaccinated
September 24, 2021
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Canberra [Australia]: Australia’s COVID-19 vaccine rollout is about to hit a milestone with half of the adult population fully inoculated.According to data released by the
CSIR-NCL, RIL join hands to make useful products from COVID-19 PPE waste
September 24, 2021
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Pune (Maharashtra) [India]: CSIR-National Chemical Laboratory (CSIR-NCL), Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL), and several other companies have achieved a breakthrough to manufacture useful moulded plastic components
ICMR drops Ivermectin, Hydroxychloroquine
September 24, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)-COVID-19 National Task Force Joint Monitoring Group dropped the usage of Ivermectin and Hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) drugs from
One-quater of hospitals treating COVID in Afghanistan collapsed after Taliban takeover: WHO
September 23, 2021
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Kabul [Afghanistan]: A high-level delegation from the World Health Organisation (WHO) on Wednesday informed that Afghanistan’s efforts to respond to the pandemic have drastically gone
COVID-19: 1st dose to become mandatory to enter public spaces, says DC Jammu
September 23, 2021
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Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India]: Amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the Deputy Commissioner of Jammu on Monday made the first dose of coronavirus vaccine mandatory
India reports 26,964 new COVID-19 infections, active cases lowest in 186 days
September 22, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: India has recorded 26,964 new COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours, the Union Health Ministry informed on Wednesday.The number of active
Meerut: Over 2 lakh people due for second dose of COVID-19 vaccine, says Chief Medical Officer
September 22, 2021
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Meerut (Uttar Pradesh) [India]: Over 2 lakh people have not taken their second dose COVID-19 vaccination in Meerut, said Chief Medical Officer Akhilesh Mohan.“More than
WHO chief scientist welcomes India’s decision to restart COVID-19 vaccine exports
September 21, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: Chief scientist of World Health Organization (WHO) Dr Soumya Swaminathan on Tuesday welcomed India’s decision to restart COVID-19 vaccine exports. She said
GAVI thanks India for vaccine
September 21, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: India’s decision to export the COVID-19 vaccine could have an immense positive impact on health security within India as well as globally,
Serbia extends gratitude to India for assistance during COVID-19 crisis
September 20, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: Serbian Foreign Minister Nikola Selakovic extended gratitude to India for providing assistance during the COVID-19 crisis and also said that both the
Cabinet Secretary chairs high level-meet with States, UTs on COVID-19 management, vaccination progress
September 18, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: Cabinet Secretary Rajiv Gauba on Saturday chaired a high-level meeting with States and Union Territories to review and discuss the COVID-19 management
India creates history by administering over 2.50 crore COVID-19 vaccine doses on PM Modi’s birthday
September 18, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: With over 2.50 crore COVID-19 vaccine doses administered, India created a world record of the highest number of COVID jabs in a
GST Council extends concessional rates on COVID-related medicines till Dec 31
September 17, 2021
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Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India]: The GST Council on Friday extended Goods and Services Tax concessions on COVID-related medicines till December 31 this year.Briefing media persons
India administers record 2 cr COVID-19 vaccine doses
September 17, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: India set a new record on Friday by administering over 2 crore COVID-19 vaccine doses on Friday.As per the COWIN portal till
COVID-19 pandemic had psychosocial impact on healthcare workers: ICMR study
September 17, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: A study by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has revealed that increase in the work volume and intensity, manifestations of
India exceeds average daily COVID-19 vaccination of 18 countries
September 16, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: India has surpassed the average daily COVID-19 vaccination of the 18 major countries in the world, the Union Health Ministry informed on
India reports 30,570 new COVID-19 cases, Kerala adds over 17,000 infections
September 16, 2021
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New Delhi [India): India reported 30,570 new COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours, taking the tally of cases in the country to 3,33,47,325, informed
More scientific data required on mixing of COVID-19 vaccine doses: Secretary Department of Biotechnology
September 16, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: Secretary, Department of Biotechnology, Government of India Dr Renu Swarup said that Drugs Controller General of India has given permission to Christian
US pressuring India to restart COVID-19 vaccine exports
September 15, 2021
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Washington [US]: The US is quietly pressuring India to restart COVID-19 vaccine exports, Axios reported citing sources.According to the report, the Biden administration is planning
Kerala: Cases to come down
September 15, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: Kerala has passed its COVID-19 peak and in the next 2 weeks, a decline in cases should start in the state, said
Gujarat: Night curfew in 8 cities
September 14, 2021
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Gandhinagar (Gujarat) [India]: In order to arrest the spread of COVID-19 cases in the state, the Gujarat government on Tuesday extended the night curfew till
WHO approval for Covaxin expected this week
September 13, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: The World Health Organisation’s (WHO) approval for Bharat Biotech’s COVID-19 vaccine, Covaxin, is expected this week, sources said on Monday.Bharat Biotech has
India’s cumulative COVID-19 vaccination coverage surpasses 74.38 Cr
September 13, 2021
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New Delhi [India], September 13 : With the administration of 53,38,945 vaccine doses in the last 24 hours, India’s COVID-19 vaccination coverage surpassed the cumulative
India’s COVID-19 vaccination coverage crosses 74 crore mark
September 13, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: India’s COVID-19 vaccination coverage has crossed the 74 crore mark, the Union Ministry of Health said on Sunday.Taking to Twitter, the ministry
Mumbai reports 354 fresh COVID cases, 7 deaths
September 12, 2021
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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 12 : Mumbai reported 354 new COVID cases and 7 deaths on Sunday.According to the state health department, 188 people have
COVID-19 nowhere near ‘under control’ in US, says Anthony Fauci
September 11, 2021
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Washington [US]: Expressing concerns over the rising COVID-19 cases, White House Chief medical Adviser Anthony Fauci on Thursday said deadly pandemic is nowhere near “under
India’s cumulative COVID-19 vaccination coverage reaches nearly 73 crores
September 10, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: In the ongoing nationwide COVID-19 vaccination drive, 72.97 crore vaccine doses have been administered to eligible beneficiaries till date, informed the Ministry
New variant of COVID-19 Delta strain detected in Norway
November 15, 2021
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Oslo [Norway], Russia: A new variant of the Delta strain of the coronavirus has been detected in Norway, which is assumed to be no more
Israel approves COVID-19 vaccination for children aged 5-11
November 15, 2021
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Tel Aviv [Israel]: Nachman Ash, director-general of the Israeli health ministry, on Sunday approved the expert panel’s recommendation to start COVID-19 vaccination for children aged
Austria announces lockdown on unvaccinated amid rising COVID cases
November 14, 2021
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Vienna [Austria]: Austria will start from Monday to impose a lockdown on those who have not been vaccinated, the Austrian government announced on Sunday.“We have
Russia registers 39,256 new coronavirus cases in past 24 hours
November 13, 2021
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Moscow [Russia] : Russia registered 39,256 new coronavirus cases in the past 24 hours, which brings the total since the beginning of the pandemic to
India reports 11,850 fresh COVID-19 cases, 555 deaths in last 24 hours
November 13, 2021
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New Delhi [India] : India reported 11,850 new COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours taking the cumulative case count to 34,426,036, informed the Ministry
Har Ghar Dastak campaign focuses on at least 90 pc adult vaccination coverage, says Dr Agnani
November 13, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: The major focus of the Centre’s Har Ghar Dastak campaign is to vaccinate at least 90 per cent of the adult population
Putin calls on WHO to accelerate recognition of new COVID-19 vaccines
November 12, 2021
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Moscow [Russia]: Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday called on the World Health Organization to accelerate the recognition of new COVID-19 vaccines, adding that the
India’s cumulative Covid-19 vaccination coverage exceeds 110.79 cr doses
November 12, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: India’s cumulative COVID-19 vaccination coverage crossed 110.79 crores on Friday, the Union Health Ministry informed.According to the ministry, more than 53.81 lakh
Bharat Biotech’s Covaxin phase 3 data shows 77.8 pc efficacy against COVID-19, says Lancet
November 12, 2021
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Hyderabad (Telangana) [India]: Hyderabad-based Bharat Biotech on Friday announced that the Lancet peer-review confirmed the efficacy analysis of Bharat Biotech’s Covaxin.As per phase-three clinical trials
Assam to launch COVID-19 vaccination drive to achieve 100 pc administration of first dose by month-end
November 11, 2021
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Guwahati (Assam) [India]: With an aim to achieve 100 per cent administration of the first dose of COVID-19 vaccine in the state, the Assam government
Bulgaria: From today, a green certificate will be issued to those who had COVID-19
November 11, 2021
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Sofia [Bulgaria] : From today, a green certificate will be issued to people with antibodies after suffering from Covid. Laboratories expect increased interest in the
COVID-19: States, UTs must work together in collaborative spirit, says Union Health Minister
November 11, 2021
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New Delhi [India] : Union Health Minister Dr Mansukh Mandaviya on Thursday said all the state and union territories should work together in a collaborative
No new variant of COVID-19 detected in Bengaluru, says Karnataka health secretary
November 11, 2021
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Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India] : Karnataka Health Secretary D. Randeep said no new variant of COVID-19 has been detected in Bengaluru. The state health secretary said,
India reports 13,091 fresh COVID-19 cases in last 24 hours
November 11, 2021
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New Delhi [India] : India reported 13,091 fresh COVID-19 cases and 340 fatalities in the last 24 hours, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Pak reports 637 new COVID-19 cases, 9 deaths in last 24 hrs
November 11, 2021
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Islamabad [Pakistan] : Pakistan has reported 637 new cases of COVID-19 and nine deaths in the last 24 hours, the National Command and Operation Centre
Delhi govt sets up COVID-19 vaccination camp for devotees near Chhath puja ghat
November 11, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: In a unique initiative, the Delhi Government set up a COVID-19 vaccination camp for devotees near a Chhath puja ghat in the
COVID-19 confirmed in pet dog in UK
November 11, 2021
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London [UK]: COVID-19 has been detected in a pet dog in the United Kingdom, confirmed UK’s Chief Veterinary Officer in a statement on Wednesday.According to
More than 25,000 tons of COVID-19 protection waste floats in oceans
November 10, 2021
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Sofia [Bulgaria]: Since the start of the 2020 pandemic, many have become accustomed to using personal protective equipment, which is often disposable and not used
96 countries recognised Covishield, Covaxin: Health Minister Mandaviya
November 10, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: As many as 96 countries have recognised Covaxin and Covishield and both of these COVID-19 vaccines have received emergency use listing (EUL)
Oral COVID-19 pill to be imported into S Korea in February next year
November 9, 2021
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Seoul [South Korea]: A new type of COVID-19 treatment developed overseas will be imported into Korea from February next year.According to Koh Jae-young, the spokesman
Russia records 39,160 COVID-19 cases in past 24 hours
November 9, 2021
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Moscow [Russia], November 9 (ANI/Sputnik): Russia registered 39,160 COVID-19 cases in the past 24 hours, down from 39,400 the day before, bringing the cumulative total
Karnataka govt issues COVID-19 guidelines for short term travellers from Maharashtra
November 9, 2021
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Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India]: The Karnataka Government on Monday issued COVID-19 guidelines for short term travellers (2 days or less) from Maharashtra to Karnataka by any
Over 80,000 eligible COVID-19 vaccine beneficiaries didn’t turn up for 2nd dose in Tripura, says State health department
November 9, 2021
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Agartala (Tripura) [India]: Principal Secretary to Tripura Health and Family Welfare Department, JK Sinha on Monday informed that over 80,000 eligible beneficiaries of the COVID-19
Sri Lanka mulls making COVID-19 vaccine cards mandatory
November 8, 2021
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Colombo [Sri Lanka]: Sri Lankan Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella said on Monday that legal advice had been sought on if COVID-19 vaccine cards could be
US reopens land, air borders to foreign visitors fully vaccinated against COVID-19 from today
November 8, 2021
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Washington [US]: After 20 months of travel restrictions, the US is reopening its land and air borders to foreign visitors fully vaccinated against COVID-19 from
Hundreds join protests against mandatory vaccination across Australia
November 7, 2021
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Canberra [Australia]: Rallies against mandatory vaccination were held throughout Australia on Sunday, national media reported.The peaceful protests were held across the state of New South
Over 116.58 cr COVID-19 vaccine doses provided to States, UTs so far, says Centre
November 7, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: More than 116.58 crore (1,16,58,27,955) COVID-19 vaccine doses have been provided to States and Union Territories so far through the Centre and
Mumbai reports 238 new Covid cases, 4 deaths
November 6, 2021
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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India]: As many as 238 fresh COVID-19 infections and four deaths were reported in Mumbai on Friday.With this, the number of total positive
WHO chief warns about spike in COVID-19 as cases surge in Europe, Central Asia
November 6, 2021
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Geneva [Switzerland]: Amid the latest rise in COVID-19 in Europe and Central Asia, WHO Director-General, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus on Thursday (local time) warned about the
Delhi cabinet approves Rs 1,544 cr for health facilities to combat COVID-19
November 5, 2021
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New Delhi [India] : The Delhi Cabinet chaired by Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Friday approved Rs 1,544 crores for health facilities to combat COVID-19.As
Pfizer says its COVID-19 oral antiviral candidate reduces risk of hospitalisation by 89pc
November 5, 2021
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New York [US]: American pharmaceutical company Pfizer announced on Friday that its investigational COVID-19 oral antiviral candidate, Paxlovid, showed an 89 per cent reduction in
Kerala: 6,580 fresh COVID-19 infections, 46 deaths recorded
November 5, 2021
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Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India]: Kerala reported 6,580 new COVID-19 cases and 46 deaths in the last 24 hours. According to the state government’s data, 62,219 samples
Pakistan records 515 new COVID-19 cases, 11 deaths
November 5, 2021
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Islamabad [Pakistan] : Pakistan reported 515 new COVID-19 infections in the county in the last 24 hours, while 11 patients succumbed to the viral infection,
WHO says rising pace of Covid-19 transmission in Europe of ‘grave concern’
November 4, 2021
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Geneva [Switzerland]: World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Director for Europe Hans Kluge on Thursday raised “grave concern” about the rising pace of Covid transmission in
Travellers vaccinated with Covaxin can now enter US
November 4, 2021
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Washington [US]: Travellers fully vaccinated against COVID-19 with Covaxin have been given the green light to enter the US from November 8. Talking to ANI
WHO EUL approval opens up Covaxin for worldwide use, says ICMR DG
November 4, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: Following the World Health Organization’s (WHO) Emergency Use Listing (EUL) for Bharat Biotech’s COVID-19 vaccine, Covaxin, Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
No COVID-19 vaccination at civic, govt-run centres in Mumbai for 4 days
November 3, 2021
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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India]: The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) on Wednesday announced that no COVID-19 vaccination will take place at civic and government-run centres in Mumbai
Covaxin ‘extremely suitable’ for low, middle-income countries due to easy storage requirements: WHO
November 3, 2021
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Geneva [Switzerland]: The World Health Organisation (WHO) has said that Covaxin — COVID-19 vaccine developed by Bharata Biotech — is extremely suitable for low and
WHO chief scientist congratulates India after WHO approves Covaxin for emergency use listing
November 3, 2021
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Geneva [Switzerland]: WHO Chief Scientist Soumya Swaminathan on Wednesday congratulated India after the World Health Organisation (WHO) granted approval for Emergency Use Listing (EUL) for
US formally recommends Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for children aged 5-11
November 3, 2021
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Washington [US]: Following rigorous review and authorization process by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) on Tuesday (local
Tamil Nadu logs 973 new COVID-19 cases, 21 deaths
November 2, 2021
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Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India]: Tamil Nadu reported 973 new COVID-19 cases and 21 fatalities in the last 24 hours on Tuesday. According to the health
Brazil registers lowest number of COVID-19 deaths since April 2020
November 2, 2021
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Brasilia [Brazil]: Brazil registered on October 31 the lowest daily average of deaths from COVID-19 practically since the disease was detected in the country in
Covaxin recognition by Australia important step in post-COVID bilateral partnership, says PM Modi
November 2, 2021
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Glasgow [UK]: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday thanked his Australian counterpart Scott Morrison after Canberra recognised Bharat Biotech’s Covaxin COVID-19 vaccine.“I thank my dear
G20 leaders agree to strengthen WHO process for COVID-19 vaccines approval: Piyush Goyal
November 1, 2021
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Rome [Italy]: The G20 leaders have agreed to strengthen the World Health Organisation’s processes for approval of COVID-19 vaccines so that the world can have
US-China trade war worsened amid COVID-19 pandemic, says Dy Chairman of Russian Security Council
November 1, 2021
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Moscow [Russia]: The coronavirus pandemic only exacerbated the trade war between the US and China and provocations on the part of NATO have become more
India preparing to produce over 5 billion COVID-19 vaccine doses for world next year, says PM Modi
October 31, 2021
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Rome [Italy]: India is preparing to produce more than 5 billion COVID-19 vaccine doses for the world next year to fight against the pandemic, Prime
Italian PM, other EU leaders laud India’s achievements in COVID-19 vaccination
October 30, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla on Friday said European Union leaders including Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi have congratulated Prime Minister Narendra
Most people have either been infected with COVID earlier or have taken jabs: Satyendra Jain
October 29, 2021
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Delhi [India]: Claiming that 97 per cent of those under the sixth serological survey in Delhi have developed antibodies against coronavirus, Delhi Health Minister Satyendra
India to procure 30 crore COVID-19 vaccine doses in November: Sources
October 28, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: India would procure an estimate of 30 crore COVID-19 vaccine doses in the month of November, government sources informed on Thursday. The
Amanda Seyfried Reveals She Had Covid The Morning Of Her Oscar Nomination
October 28, 2021
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Actor Amanda Seyfried couldn’t celebrate her first Oscar nomination for her role in ‘Mank’ due to her coronavirus diagnosis. On ‘Late Night With Seth Meyers’,
Centre to launch ‘Har Ghar Dastak’ campaign to ramp up COVID-19 vaccination
October 28, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: Centre will soon start a mega COVID-19 vaccination campaign ‘Har Ghar Dastak’ in poor-performing districts aiming to achieve full vaccination by the
Oman approves Covaxin COVID-19 vaccines for travel without quarantine
October 27, 2021
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Muscat [Oman]: The Government of the Sultanate of Oman on Wednesday added Indian-made Covaxin to the approved list of COVID-19 vaccines for travel to the
Chinese tourists flock Tibet’s Lhasa amid COVID-19 surge in 11 Chinese provinces
October 27, 2021
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Lhasa [Tibet]: Amid the resurgence of COVID-19 in China lately, Chinese tourists are rushing to Lhasa, the capital city of Tibet. This comes at a
Indonesia reports 460 newly confirmed COVID-19 cases, 30 more deaths
October 25, 2021
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Jakarta [Indonesia]: Indonesia on Monday confirmed 460 new COVID-19 cases, raising its tally of infections to 42,40,479, according to the country’s Health Ministry.The ministry reported
US donated 100,000 Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines arrive in Nepal
October 25, 2021
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Kathmandu [Nepal]: A total of 100,620 doses of Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine donated by the United States of America arrived in Kathmandu on Monday.Sepideh Keyvanshad, Mission
US financing body, Biological E finalise agreement to expand COVID manufacturing capabilities in India
October 25, 2021
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In a move towards fulfilling the commitment set by the “Quad” leaders, the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation and Biological E. Limited unveiled the expansion
Beijing tightens curbs on inbound travel as COVID-19 cases surge
October 25, 2021
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Beijing [China]: Amid the renewed surge of COVID-19 cases in China, Beijing is set to tighten its management and control on personnel entering the capital
Pandemic Will End When World Chooses to End It, says WHO Chief
October 25, 2021
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Geneva [Switzerland]: The coronavirus pandemic will come to an end when all the countries start using the available health tools effectively, Director-General of the World
US to donate 100,620 more COVID-19 doses to Nepal
October 24, 2021
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Kathmandu [Nepal]: The United States is set to donate 100,620 doses of Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines to Nepal, the Embassy of the United States in Nepal
Australia launches ‘spread freedom’ COVID-19 vaccination push amid battle against 3rd wave
October 24, 2021
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Canberra [Australia]: The Australian government has launched the next phase of its coronavirus vaccination campaign as the country continues to battle the third wave of
Tamil Nadu reports 1,140 new Covid-19 cases, 17 deaths
October 24, 2021
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Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India]: Tamil Nadu reported 1,140 new COVID-19 cases and 17 deaths in the last 24 hours, according to the health bulletin released
Kerala logs 8,909 new COVID-19 cases, many deaths in last 24 hrs, Cases in Other States also on rise
October 23, 2021
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Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India]: Kerala reported 8,909 new COVID-19 cases and 65 deaths in the past 24 hours, said the state health bulletin on Saturday. As
Germany braces for seasonal COVID-19 spike
October 23, 2021
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Berlin [Germany]: Rising numbers of COVID-19 cases in Germany this week have led experts to predict a spike in infections this fall and winter.For the
People should avoid hesitancy, get fully vaccinated, says Dr Trehan
October 22, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: People should avoid hesitancy and get fully vaccinated against COVID-19, urged Medanta Hospitals chairman Dr Naresh Trehan on Friday. Commenting on the
WHO urges vaccination for health workers as over 115,000 have died
October 22, 2021
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Washington [US]: The World Health Organization (WHO) has urged countries to prioritize vaccination for health workers in the light of its new paper estimating that
Kerala: Health workers express gratitude to become part of nationwide COVID-19 vaccination drive
October 21, 2021
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Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India] : On the occasion of India’s 100 crore COVID vaccination milestone, the Junior Health Officer of District Model Hospital in Kerala’s Peroorkada
Union Health Minister to launch song to celebrate administration of 100 cr COVID-19 vaccine doses
October 20, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare Dr Mansukh Mandaviya on Thursday will launch a song and an audiovisual film to celebrate
India’s cumulative COVID-19 vaccination coverage crosses 99 crore doses
October 20, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: India’s cumulative COVID-19 vaccination coverage has reached 99 crore doses.More than 37 lakh vaccine doses were administered till 7 pm on Tuesday,
North East to be new engine for post-COVID economic development, says Jitendra Singh
October 19, 2021
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Imphal (Manipur) [India]: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) of Science Technology Jitendra Singh on Monday said that the North East will be a new
Former US State Secretary Colin Powell dies of COVID-19 complications
October 18, 2021
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Washington [US]: Former US State Secretary of State Colin Powell died from the COVID-19 complications, Fox News reported citing his family members. In a Facebook
Over 9 lakh COVID-19 tests conducted in India in last 24 hours
October 18, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: Over 9 lakh COVID-19 tests were conducted in the country in the last 24 hours, informed the Indian Council of Medical Research
Australia orders two more COVID-19 treatments amid battle against 3rd wave
October 17, 2021
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Canberra [Australia]: The Australian government has secured access to two new COVID-19 treatments as the country continues to battle the third wave of infections.Health Minister
Japan pledges to donate more COVID-19 vaccines to Taiwan
October 17, 2021
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Taipei [Taiwan]: The Japanese government on Friday announced to donate more AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine doses to Taiwan as a part of Tokyo’s free vaccine aid
Russia sees record number of daily COVID-19 cases, deaths: Response Centre
October 16, 2021
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Moscow [Russia}: Russia has registered a record number of daily COVID-19 cases in the past day, with a further 33,208 people falling ill since Friday,
Denmark to start offering COVID-19 booster shots to those over 65
October 15, 2021
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Aarhus [Denmark]: Denmark begins the second phase of its revaccination program next Monday in an effort to protect the vulnerable from COVID-19 infection, the Danish
Former US President Bill Clinton hospitalised due to blood infection
October 15, 2021
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Irvine (California) [US]: Former United States President Bill Clinton,75, has been hospitalised due to a blood infection, which is not COVID-19 related, according to a
Over 11 lakh COVID-19 tests conducted in India in 24 hours
October 15, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: In an effort to curb the COVID-19 pandemic, over 11 lakh samples were tested in the last 24 hours with which the
China warns against ‘manipulation’ of WHO COVID-19 origin probe
October 15, 2021
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Beijing [China]: A day after the World Health Organization (WHO) announced a launch of an expert group to study the origins of COVID-19, China on
Australia’s COVID-19 cases smash daily record
October 14, 2021
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Sydney [Australia]: Australia has recorded its highest ever daily increase of COVID-19 cases on Thursday, with a spike of almost 2,750 new cases in three
Tamil Nadu reports 1,280 new COVID-19 cases, 19 deaths
October 14, 2021
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Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India]: Tamil Nadu reported 1,280 new COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours. According to the state health bulletin, the total active
India reports 15,823 new COVID-19 cases
October 13, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: A total of 15,823 new COVID-19 cases and 226 deaths were reported in the last 24 hours, Union Health Ministry said on
Singapore reports 2,976 new COVID-19 cases
October 12, 2021
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Singapore: Singapore reported 2,976 new cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday, bringing the total tally in the country to 132,205, the Ministry of Health (MOH) said
Turkey records highest daily COVID-19 cases since April
October 12, 2021
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Ankara [Turkey] (ANI/Sputnik): Turkey’s number of new daily infections rose to a five-month high of 30,563 on Monday, new COVID-19 figures published by the Health
India reports lowest COVID-19 cases in 215 days
October 11, 2021
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New Delhi [India] : As informed by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, India reported 18,132 new COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours,
“100-cr mark to be crossed soon”
October 10, 2021
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Imphal (Manipur) [India]: India is set to achieve a milestone by inoculating 100 crore of its population within a few days making it the world’s
Assam records 273 new COVID-19 cases, 5 deaths
October 10, 2021
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Dispur (Assam) [India]: A total of 273 new COVID-19 cases were reported in the last 24 hours in Assam, as per a health bulletin released
Thousands protest in Rome against COVID-19 ‘green pass’ rule at workplaces
October 10, 2021
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Rome [Italy]: Scores of people protested in Rome on Saturday against the extension of the COVID-19 digital certificates to all workplaces, said reports.There was a
Portugal vaccinated 85 per cent of its population against COVID-19, says Official
October 9, 2021
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Lisbon [ Portugal]: Portugal has completed the vaccination of 85 per cent of its population against COVID-19, the country’s Director-General of Health Graca Freitas said
Congress-led UDF walks out
October 9, 2021
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Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India]: Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) staged a walkout from the state assembly on Friday alleging that Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan is hiding
India administers over 79.12 lakh COVID-19 vaccine doses in last 24 hours
October 9, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: India administered more than 79.12 lakh COVID-19 vaccine doses in the last 24 hours, informed the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Andhra logs 693 new COVID-19 cases, 6 deaths
October 8, 2021
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Amaravati (Andhra Pradesh) [India]: Andhra Pradesh reported 693 fresh COVID-19 cases and 6 fatalities in the past 24 hours, informed the state health department on
China facing ‘worst electricity crisis’ in decades
October 8, 2021
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Beijing [China] : China is facing its worst electricity crisis in decades as elevators have been turned off, stores’ opening hours have shortened, factories have
Over 93 cr COVID-19 vaccine doses administered in India so far
October 8, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: India has administered over 93 crore COVID-19 vaccine doses across the country so far since the vaccination drive began on January 16
WHO set to vaccinate 40 pc population of every country against COVID-19 by end of year
October 8, 2021
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Geneva [Switzerland]: The World Health Organization (WHO) on Thursday announced an initiative to vaccinate 40 per cent of the population of every country against COVID-19
Maharashtra announces ‘Mission Kavach Kundal’ scheme to boost up COVID-19 vaccination in state
October 7, 2021
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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India]: With a target to administer 15 lakh COVID-19 vaccine doses daily, the Maharashtra government on Thursday announced Mission Kavach Kundal from October
Israel’s COVID-19 cases surpass 1.3 million
October 7, 2021
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Tel Aviv [Israel]: Israel’s Ministry of Health on Thursday reported 2,369 new coronavirus cases, bringing the country’s total infections to 1,300,126.The death toll from the
Canada announces COVID-19 vaccination mandate for federal employees, most travellers
October 7, 2021
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Ottawa [Canada]: The Canadian government announced on Wednesday a COVID-19 vaccination mandate for federal employees and travellers aged 12 and older.All federal employees in the
India being world’s largest vaccine producer crucial in fight against COVID-19, says US diplomat
October 6, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: India and the United States have an “indispensable” partnership that covers areas across multiple dimensions and both countries can jointly overcome any
India’s cumulative COVID vaccination coverage crosses 92 crore doses
October 6, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: India’s cumulative COVID-19 vaccination coverage has crossed 92 crores on Tuesday, according to the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.More than
Highest ever vaccination in J-K in a day, 1.78 lakh COVID vaccine doses administered
October 5, 2021
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Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India]: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha informed that 1.78 lakh COVID-19 vaccine doses were administered in Jammu and Kashmir on Monday.Taking to
TS Tirumurti expresses India’s support to Haiti at UNSC amid crisis
October 5, 2021
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New York [US]: Permanent Representative of India to the United Nations (UN) TS Tirumurti during the United Nations Security Council briefing on Haiti expressed India’s
COVID-19: Beijing’s vaccine diplomacy fails as countries look to the West
October 4, 2021
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Beijing [China]: Countries that once relied on COVID-19 vaccines from Beijing have now turned up to jabs from the Western countries amid the growing concerns
700 passengers from UK arrive at Delhi airport, sent to mandatory 10-days quarantine
October 4, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: Around 700 passengers, who landed at Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi on Monday from the United Kingdom, were sent to a
COVID-19 vaccine ZyCov-D price still under negotiation, say Govt Sources
October 4, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: Negotiation over the pricing of COVID-19 vaccine ZyCov-D between the central government and Zydus Cadila are still underway. The final decision is
Russia sees 25,769 daily COVID-19 cases, 890 Deaths
October 3, 2021
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Moscow [Russia]: Russia saw 25,769 new COVID-19 cases and 890 virus-related deaths over the past 24 hours, the national crisis response centre said on Sunday
Vaccination of children only way to get rid of COVID pandemic: AIIMS Director
October 3, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: Children between 12 to 18 years of age will be vaccinated against COVID-19 very soon, said Dr Randeep Guleria, Director of All
Biden reiterates need for more vaccinations as COVID-19 death toll in US tops 7,00,000
October 3, 2021
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Washington [US]: US President Joe Biden said that the fact that the US death toll from the coronavirus infection has surpassed 7,00,000 means that more
Ernakulam administers 100% first doses
October 3, 2021
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Kochi (Kerala) [India]: Ernakulam becomes the first district in Kerala to complete 100 per cent COVID vaccination of its target population with the first dose,
Fully vaccinated people not following COVID-19 protocols, exposing themselves to risk, says Ajit Pawar
October 2, 2021
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Pune (Maharashtra) [India]: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on Friday, while quoting a survey by the state government, said that those who are fully
Argentina to start COVID-19 vaccination of children aged 3-11 by end of 2021
October 2, 2021
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Buenos Aires [Argentina]: The Argentine National Administration of Drugs, Food and Medical Technology (ANMAT) has authorised the use of the Chinese Sinopharm vaccine against COVID-19
Australian PM Morrison announces reopening of international travel, easing border restrictions
October 1, 2021
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Canberra [Australia]: Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison on Friday announced the reopening of international travel and easing of border restrictions.Morrison said that the international border
COVID-19 vaccine: Phase 2/3 trials of Covovax in children between age 7 and 11 begins in Pune
October 1, 2021
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Pune (Maharashtra) [India]: Phase 2/3 trials of Covovax COVID-19 vaccine in children between ages 7 and 11 began in Pune’s Bharati Vidyapeeth Medical College and
Avoid non-essential travel, observe low-key festivity this year: ICMR DG
September 30, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: Ahead of the festive season, Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) Director-General Balram Bhargava on Thursday made a fervent appeal to people
AstraZeneca to seek US approval for COVID-19 vaccine later this year
September 30, 2021
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Washington [US]: The pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca will file a request for approval of its novel coronavirus vaccine in the US later this year, the company
Japan to end COVID-19 emergency measures nationwide this week, says PM Suga
September 28, 2021
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Tokyo [Japan]: The Japanese government will end this week the COVID-19 state of emergency in Tokyo and 18 prefectures as well as the quasi-state of
Centre orders ex gratia of Rs 50,000 to families of those who died of COVID-19
September 28, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Tuesday issued an order for ex-gratia of Rs 50,000 for next to kin of those
India’s COVID vaccination drive going on at rapid pace
September 28, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: Even as the number of COVID-19 cases is declining continuously, the nationwide vaccination drive against the disease is going on at a
Employment in 9 select sectors stood at 3.08 cr in Q1 of FY22: Centre
September 28, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: Employment in nine select sectors, including construction, manufacturing and IT/BPO, stood at 3.08 crore in the April-June quarter, as per a report
Jaishankar meets Belizean PM, FM, appreciates their warm words on Vaccine Maitri
September 28, 2021
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Mexico City [Mexico]: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Belize’s Prime Minister Johnny Briceno and Foreign Minister Eamon Courtenay at the celebrations of Mexico’s 200th
India reports 26,041 new COVID-19 cases
September 27, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: India reported 26,041 new COVID-19 infections in the last 24 hours, said the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on Monday.
Kerala reports 15,951 fresh COVID-19 infections, 165 deaths in last 24 hrs
September 26, 2021
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Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India], September 26 : Kerala reported 15,951 fresh COVID-19 infections and 165 deaths, as per the state health ministry on Sunday.The number of
Russia records 22,498 new coronavirus cases in last 24 hours
September 26, 2021
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Moscow [Russia]: Russia registered 22,498 new coronavirus cases in the last 24 hours, which brings the cumulative total to 7,420,913, the federal response center said
COVID-19: If third wave comes, then its intensity is likely to be low, says DG CSIR
September 24, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: Amidst the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) on Friday informed that even if the third wave
Australia’s COVID-19 vaccination to hit milestone with half of adults fully vaccinated
September 24, 2021
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Canberra [Australia]: Australia’s COVID-19 vaccine rollout is about to hit a milestone with half of the adult population fully inoculated.According to data released by the
CSIR-NCL, RIL join hands to make useful products from COVID-19 PPE waste
September 24, 2021
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Pune (Maharashtra) [India]: CSIR-National Chemical Laboratory (CSIR-NCL), Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL), and several other companies have achieved a breakthrough to manufacture useful moulded plastic components
ICMR drops Ivermectin, Hydroxychloroquine
September 24, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)-COVID-19 National Task Force Joint Monitoring Group dropped the usage of Ivermectin and Hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) drugs from
One-quater of hospitals treating COVID in Afghanistan collapsed after Taliban takeover: WHO
September 23, 2021
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Kabul [Afghanistan]: A high-level delegation from the World Health Organisation (WHO) on Wednesday informed that Afghanistan’s efforts to respond to the pandemic have drastically gone
COVID-19: 1st dose to become mandatory to enter public spaces, says DC Jammu
September 23, 2021
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Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India]: Amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the Deputy Commissioner of Jammu on Monday made the first dose of coronavirus vaccine mandatory
India reports 26,964 new COVID-19 infections, active cases lowest in 186 days
September 22, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: India has recorded 26,964 new COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours, the Union Health Ministry informed on Wednesday.The number of active
Meerut: Over 2 lakh people due for second dose of COVID-19 vaccine, says Chief Medical Officer
September 22, 2021
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Meerut (Uttar Pradesh) [India]: Over 2 lakh people have not taken their second dose COVID-19 vaccination in Meerut, said Chief Medical Officer Akhilesh Mohan.“More than
WHO chief scientist welcomes India’s decision to restart COVID-19 vaccine exports
September 21, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: Chief scientist of World Health Organization (WHO) Dr Soumya Swaminathan on Tuesday welcomed India’s decision to restart COVID-19 vaccine exports. She said
GAVI thanks India for vaccine
September 21, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: India’s decision to export the COVID-19 vaccine could have an immense positive impact on health security within India as well as globally,
Serbia extends gratitude to India for assistance during COVID-19 crisis
September 20, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: Serbian Foreign Minister Nikola Selakovic extended gratitude to India for providing assistance during the COVID-19 crisis and also said that both the
Cabinet Secretary chairs high level-meet with States, UTs on COVID-19 management, vaccination progress
September 18, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: Cabinet Secretary Rajiv Gauba on Saturday chaired a high-level meeting with States and Union Territories to review and discuss the COVID-19 management
India creates history by administering over 2.50 crore COVID-19 vaccine doses on PM Modi’s birthday
September 18, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: With over 2.50 crore COVID-19 vaccine doses administered, India created a world record of the highest number of COVID jabs in a
GST Council extends concessional rates on COVID-related medicines till Dec 31
September 17, 2021
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Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India]: The GST Council on Friday extended Goods and Services Tax concessions on COVID-related medicines till December 31 this year.Briefing media persons
India administers record 2 cr COVID-19 vaccine doses
September 17, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: India set a new record on Friday by administering over 2 crore COVID-19 vaccine doses on Friday.As per the COWIN portal till
COVID-19 pandemic had psychosocial impact on healthcare workers: ICMR study
September 17, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: A study by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has revealed that increase in the work volume and intensity, manifestations of
India exceeds average daily COVID-19 vaccination of 18 countries
September 16, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: India has surpassed the average daily COVID-19 vaccination of the 18 major countries in the world, the Union Health Ministry informed on
India reports 30,570 new COVID-19 cases, Kerala adds over 17,000 infections
September 16, 2021
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New Delhi [India): India reported 30,570 new COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours, taking the tally of cases in the country to 3,33,47,325, informed
More scientific data required on mixing of COVID-19 vaccine doses: Secretary Department of Biotechnology
September 16, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: Secretary, Department of Biotechnology, Government of India Dr Renu Swarup said that Drugs Controller General of India has given permission to Christian
US pressuring India to restart COVID-19 vaccine exports
September 15, 2021
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Washington [US]: The US is quietly pressuring India to restart COVID-19 vaccine exports, Axios reported citing sources.According to the report, the Biden administration is planning
Kerala: Cases to come down
September 15, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: Kerala has passed its COVID-19 peak and in the next 2 weeks, a decline in cases should start in the state, said
Gujarat: Night curfew in 8 cities
September 14, 2021
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Gandhinagar (Gujarat) [India]: In order to arrest the spread of COVID-19 cases in the state, the Gujarat government on Tuesday extended the night curfew till
WHO approval for Covaxin expected this week
September 13, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: The World Health Organisation’s (WHO) approval for Bharat Biotech’s COVID-19 vaccine, Covaxin, is expected this week, sources said on Monday.Bharat Biotech has
India’s cumulative COVID-19 vaccination coverage surpasses 74.38 Cr
September 13, 2021
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New Delhi [India], September 13 : With the administration of 53,38,945 vaccine doses in the last 24 hours, India’s COVID-19 vaccination coverage surpassed the cumulative
India’s COVID-19 vaccination coverage crosses 74 crore mark
September 13, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: India’s COVID-19 vaccination coverage has crossed the 74 crore mark, the Union Ministry of Health said on Sunday.Taking to Twitter, the ministry
Mumbai reports 354 fresh COVID cases, 7 deaths
September 12, 2021
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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 12 : Mumbai reported 354 new COVID cases and 7 deaths on Sunday.According to the state health department, 188 people have
COVID-19 nowhere near ‘under control’ in US, says Anthony Fauci
September 11, 2021
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Washington [US]: Expressing concerns over the rising COVID-19 cases, White House Chief medical Adviser Anthony Fauci on Thursday said deadly pandemic is nowhere near “under
India’s cumulative COVID-19 vaccination coverage reaches nearly 73 crores
September 10, 2021
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New Delhi [India]: In the ongoing nationwide COVID-19 vaccination drive, 72.97 crore vaccine doses have been administered to eligible beneficiaries till date, informed the Ministry
