The benchmark indices posted their highest annual gains since 2017 and ended with double-digit gains for the second year in a row. Based on strong liquidity due to lax monetary policies and the weakening US dollar, the S&P BSE Sensex and Nifty50 were up around 16% and 15%, respectively, in …
Read More »Famous, RWA WhatsApp Groups Find Place in Center’s Covid-19 Vaccine Launch Strategy
New Delhi: The Union Ministry of Health published a communication strategy on Thursday to support the launch of the Covid-19 vaccine. The 88-page document details information to guide communication activities at the national, state and district levels to allow information about Covid-19 vaccines and the vaccination process to reach all …
Read More »Covid-19: what you need to know today
It’s December 31, the end of the year, and India may be just a day away from approving a vaccine. The Subject Matter Experts Committee (SEC) of the Central Medicines Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) on Wednesday reviewed data submitted by the Serum Institute of India and Bharat Biotech as requested …
Read More »The world begins to usher in a closed New Year
From Sydney to Rome, fireworks shows, pyre burning, and live performances will be seen online or on television, if they have not been canceled entirely. The world began ushering in the New Year on Thursday, with pandemic controls silencing the celebrations for billions of people eager to bid farewell to …
Read More »Coronavirus | COVID-19 Vaccine Near Approval, India’s General Drug Controller Hints
VG Somani, Comptroller General of Drugs of India (DCGI), in a webinar on Thursday indicated that India was close to approving a COVID-19 vaccine. Mr. Somani was participating in a webinar, organized by the Department of Biotechnology, in which vaccine experts, infectious disease experts and representatives of companies developing vaccines …
Read More »TN Bans Entrance To Kaanum Pongal Beaches, COVID Restrictions Extend Until Jan 31
The state government provided relaxation in places of worship, as well as political, sporting and entertainment gatherings. The Tamil Nadu government has extended the restrictions across the state due to the coronavirus pandemic until January 31. According to the latest guidelines, the state government has banned the congregation of the …
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People have wanted 2020 to go fast, as the year brought turmoil in one form or another. With 2021 just a day away, people are hoping that the new year will bring them some happiness. This year’s New Years celebrations are restricted due to the coronavirus pandemic. Many cities like …
Read More »Covid-19 vaccination test in all states, UT on January 2 | India News
NEW DELHI: On January 2, all state and territory administrations in the union will conduct a Covid-19 vaccination trial to test the links between planning and implementation and identify challenges, the Center said Thursday. The activity is proposed to take place in all state capitals at at least 3 session …
Read More »Ministry of Health launches communication strategy to support the launch of the Covid-19 vaccine | India News
NEW DELHI: The Union Ministry of Health released a communication strategy on Thursday to support the launch of the Covid-19 vaccine in India that seeks to disseminate accurate and transparent information by alleviating apprehensions and ensuring acceptance. The 88-page document details information to guide communication activities at the national, state …
Read More »New Years Eve: Everything you need to know about night sidewalks in Delhi today, tomorrow
The Delhi government announced restrictions on the gathering of more than five people in the city’s public spaces from Thursday at 11 p.m. (December 31) to Friday at 6 a.m. (January 1), and from Friday to 11 pm (January 1) to Saturday at 6 am (January 2). But the government …
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