According to a plan that was deliberated by a group of experts, state governments would identify buildings that can be used as vaccination booths under the special COVID-19 immunization program that would run in parallel to the Universal Immunization Program (UIP) existing. “Vaccination sites will not be limited to health …
Read More »Prepare now for the next pandemic, WHO urges world leaders – health
The World Health Organization (WHO) has called on world leaders to prepare for the next pandemic during its 73rd World Health Assembly (WHA), which was held virtually. In its press release, the international body said: “We must prepare now for the next pandemic. Last year we saw that countries with …
Read More »No State Board X, XII Class Exams Before May 2021, Minister Says
Bombay: Maharashtra School Education Minister Varsha Gaikwad said on Friday that the Class X and XII exams conducted by the state board will not be held before May 2021 instead of February or March due to the prevailing situation of the coronavirus. . “The current coronavirus situation is likely to …
Read More »Karnataka Bans Firecrackers During Diwali, BS Yediyurappa Cites COVID-19
Karnataka Joins List of States That Have Banned Firecrackers Amid Coronavirus Pandemic Bangalore: Karnataka has joined a growing list of states that have banned firecrackers amid the coronavirus pandemic just days before Diwali. Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa said he decided to ban firecrackers in the context of the coronavirus pandemic. …
Read More »Man drags traffic policeman on car hood to avoid ticket for not wearing mask
An on-duty traffic police personnel were dragged on the hood of a car in Pimpri-Chinchwad, Pune, after he tried to stop the vehicle when he saw people inside without masks. The driver of the car has been arrested for trying to evade a fine for not wearing a mask. The …
Read More »From Rajasthan to Delhi, states that have banned firecrackers this Diwali
Due to the twin problems of Covid-19 and air pollution, several states have banned the setting off of firecrackers this holiday season. While some states have announced a total ban, others have only banned the use of “imported” firecrackers. Meanwhile, few other states are reported to be considering a similar …
Read More »More than 70% of children with Covid-19 are asymptomatic: AIIMS data
Almost 40% of all people who tested positive for coronavirus (Covid-19) in all age groups were found to be asymptomatic, according to data from the Institute of Medical Sciences of India. The data was presented while discussing the sensitivity and use of various screening tests by physicians at the recent …
Read More »84.11 Lakh of COVID-19 Cases Recorded in India
Coronavirus Cases in India: Overall recoveries stood at 77.66 lakhs, an increase of 54,157 from yesterday. New Delhi: India reported 47,638 new COVID-19 cases today, 5% less than yesterday. The total number of cases in the country therefore came to 84.11 lakh, with 1.24,985 deaths. However, the total number of …
Read More »India and Other Countries Face Travel Ban to China Amid Rising COVID-19 Cases
Those with visas issued after November 3 will not be affected, China said. New Delhi: China has decided to temporarily suspend the entry of foreign nationals from India even with valid visas or residence permits due to the coronavirus pandemic, the Chinese embassy in New Delhi said on Thursday. Indian …
Read More »Mumbai, Pune, Thane Covid-19 Cases and Deaths Today Latest News Updated by District
Maharashtra coronavirus LIVE updates: The number of COVID-19 cases in the Pune division was 4,29,509 and deaths 9,877, the official said. The Mumbai division, which consists of the city of Mumbai and its satellite cities, reported 1,909 new cases, bringing the total count to 5,89,764. A total of 17,877 people …
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