Coronavirus | IMA endorses safety, efficacy of both vaccines cleared by India
3 years, 11 months ago

Coronavirus | IMA endorses safety, efficacy of both vaccines cleared by India

The Hindu  

The Indian Medical Association has requested all its 3.5 lakh members in 1,800 local branches to voluntarily get vaccinated first to show that the vaccines approved in India are safe and efficacious. Our modern medicine doctors will vouch for the safety, quality and professionalism in this difficult time and support the emergency approval for the usage of vaccines,” said the Association. “All infrastructure facilities of IMA branches will be available voluntarily for this programme and all our members will voluntarily serve with technical and supportive manpower.” Stating that getting vaccination is not only to protect individuals but also to usher in herd immunity thereby raising the hope to control the pandemic, the IMA in its letter noted that after extensive review of scientific data, indexed articles, expert panel reports and discussion with the ICMR and WHO experts, “We have decided to actively take part in the mission of COVID vaccination programme rolled out by the Central government.’’ It said the largest representative body of modern medicine doctors, appreciates and congratulates the hard work of Indian scientists, doctors on bringing out the two vaccines against SARS-CoV-19. “The Association has also constituted a Pharmacovigilance Centre in Delhi for monitoring post vaccination reactions and rendering appropriate support.

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Health Talk | How eliminating polio has been one of the major successes of India's Universal Immunisation Programme
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Health Talk | How eliminating polio has been one of the major successes of India's Universal Immunisation Programme

Hindustan Times  

The World Immunisation Day is observed every year on November 10th. India is a classic example of what robust immunisation coverage against a disease can achieve in the form of the country's pulse polio programme, of which vaccination was a crucial part. India rolled out the Pulse Polio Immunization Programme on October 2 1994, and according to WHO India statement, …

Bharat Biotech collaborates with US-based Alopexx to develop antimicrobial vaccine
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Bharat Biotech collaborates with US-based Alopexx to develop antimicrobial vaccine

Hindustan Times  

Hyderabad-based Bharat Biotech on Wednesday announced its collaboration with US-based Alopexx Inc for development and commercialisation of the latter’s broad-spectrum anti-microbial vaccine in India and other low-income countries, which experts feel could be a game-changer in tackling the growing anti-microbial resistance threat. This collaboration aligns with our mission to provide safe, affordable, and high-quality vaccines to combat infectious diseases globally,” …

Recent breakthrough in COVID-19 vaccination: Indian Immunologicals Ltd unveils first needle-free booster vaccine
4 months, 1 week ago

Recent breakthrough in COVID-19 vaccination: Indian Immunologicals Ltd unveils first needle-free booster vaccine

Hindustan Times  

In a recent development, Hyderabad-based Indian Immunologicals Ltd in collaboration with Griffith University in Australia has made a significant breakthrough in COVID-19 vaccination technology. Indian Immunologicals Ltd unveils first needle-free booster vaccine “This accomplishment signifies a major step forward in our battle against COVID-19. According to the press release, the innovative vaccine sports an attenuated formulation that uses advanced codon …

Patent filings credit Bharat Biotech as ‘inventor’ of Covaxin, omit ICMR
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Patent filings credit Bharat Biotech as ‘inventor’ of Covaxin, omit ICMR

The Hindu  

India’s first indigenously developed coronavirus vaccine, Covaxin, was a joint collaboration between the Indian Council of Medical Research and the Hyderabad-based Bharat Biotech International Limited with intellectual property rights jointly shared between the two organisations. The Minister’s statement said the ICMR would provide a “well characterised” virus strain for vaccine development, the BBIL would develop the final vaccine formulation and, …

‘We need to stop the fear mongering on vaccines’
8 months ago

‘We need to stop the fear mongering on vaccines’

The Hindu  

The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated a fringe anti-vaccine movement, previously limited to niche communities, either sceptical about vaccine benefits, or suspicious of vaccination motives. The trigger for this was a court submission by Astra Zeneca that its COVID-19 vaccine, ChAdOx1-nCoV19, manufactured as Covishield by Serum Institute in India, can in rare cases cause clots due to TTS. While we do …

After AstraZeneca covid-19 vax recall worldwide, Serum says it stopped manufacturing jabs in Dec 2021
8 months ago

After AstraZeneca covid-19 vax recall worldwide, Serum says it stopped manufacturing jabs in Dec 2021

Live Mint  

New Delhi: The Serum Institute of India on Wednesday said it has stopped making and supplying covid-19 vaccine Covishield after AstraZeneca, the British drugmaker that helped develop the vaccine, announced it too was withdrawing its version of the jab worldwide. The development follows the launch of a class action suit in the UK over allegations that the UK vaccine caused …

In India, all vaccine-related AEFI are routinely monitored and COVID is no exception, says health expert
8 months, 1 week ago

In India, all vaccine-related AEFI are routinely monitored and COVID is no exception, says health expert

The Hindu  

All ‘Adverse Events Following Immunisation’ after COVID-19 vaccinations continue to be monitored, a senior Union Health Ministry official, who did not wish to be named, said on Thursday. According to a study titled ‘Serious adverse event following immunization and thromboembolic events associated with COVID19 vaccination: An analysis of nationwide causality assessment from India’, published in February 2023, the majority of …

‘Safety is primary focus’: Covaxin-developer amid reports on AstraZeneca vaccine
8 months, 1 week ago

‘Safety is primary focus’: Covaxin-developer amid reports on AstraZeneca vaccine

Hindustan Times  

Amid reports over potential rare side effects of the AstraZeneca-Oxford COVID-19 vaccine, Bharat Biotech, which developed the Covaxin, said in a statement that the vaccine was developed with a "single-minded focus on safety first." It stated that Covaxin was the "only Covid vaccine" in government of India's COVID-19 immunisation program to have conducted efficacy trials in India. "@bharatbiotech announcement - …

Only 7 Out 10 Lakh May Face Clotting Risk Due to Covishield: Former ICMR Scientist
8 months, 1 week ago

Only 7 Out 10 Lakh May Face Clotting Risk Due to Covishield: Former ICMR Scientist

News 18  

Only seven to eight individuals out of 10 lakh, who receive the coronavirus vaccine Covishield, face the risk of experiencing a rare side effect known as thrombosis thrombocytopenia syndrome. India’s top epidemiologist, former ICMR scientist Dr Raman Gangakhedkar, said those who got this vaccine have “no risk at all”. Gangakhedkar, who is known for his simplistic approach to clearing complicated …

COVID-19 in India | What is the current scenario and how are we tackling it?
8 months, 4 weeks ago

COVID-19 in India | What is the current scenario and how are we tackling it?

The Hindu  

Story so far: During this poll season, mentions of the COVID-19 pandemic are still doing the rounds. History of COVID-19 lockdown As COVID-19 cases – which were first reported in China’s Wuhan province – began cropping up across the world, countries employed different approaches to deal with the rise in infections, deaths and threat due to the virus, employing varying …

After four years of pandemic, Covid virus to be seasonal flu in young population
9 months, 4 weeks ago

After four years of pandemic, Covid virus to be seasonal flu in young population

Hindustan Times  

Monday marks four years since the World Health Organisation declared Covid-19 a pandemic. With the availability of Covid-19 vaccines and medicines, the virus will become much like a regular flu or seasonal infection in the younger population. Health experts claimed that the SARS-CoV-2 infection will now be much like a regular flu, respiratory syncytial virus and other seasonal infections in …

Covishield more effective than Covaxin: Study
10 months ago

Covishield more effective than Covaxin: Study

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: Covishield vaccine had higher antibody response compared to Covaxin during the pandemic, according to a study by a consortium of 11 institutions led by scientists from the National Centre for Biological Sciences, Bengaluru. In all, 691 people aged between 18 and 45, mostly from Bengaluru and Pune, were part of the study.’Immunogenicity of SARS - CoV-2 vaccines Covaxin and …

What study on Covishield versus Covaxin vaccine reveals
10 months ago

What study on Covishield versus Covaxin vaccine reveals

The Hindu  

March 07, 2024 10:59 am | Updated March 09, 2024 10:53 am IST - Bengaluru A new study by a consortium of 11 institutes, led by scientists from the National Centre for Biological Sciences, has found that the Covishield vaccine demonstrated more robust immune responses compared to Covaxin. The key findings state that Covishield, leveraging a virus vector to deliver …

Covid vaccine not responsible for heart attacks: Union Health Minister
10 months, 1 week ago

Covid vaccine not responsible for heart attacks: Union Health Minister

India Today  

Covid vaccines are not responsible for heart attacks, said Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Saturday, citing a study conducted by the Indian Council of Medical Research. Speaking at ANI Dialogues 2024, the Health Minister said, "If someone has a stroke today, they think it is because of the Covid vaccine. #WATCH | Delhi: At ANI Dialogues 2024-Navigating India's Health …

Global study quantifies rise in blood clots, heart inflammation following COVID-19 vaccination
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Global study quantifies rise in blood clots, heart inflammation following COVID-19 vaccination

The Hindu  

One of the largest assessments of its kind, spanning 99 million people and investigating reports of adverse reactions following COVID-19 vaccination, found that instances of Guillain Barre Syndrome, myocarditis, pericarditis and cerebral venous sinus thrombosis were at least 1.5 times more than expected following inoculation with mRNA and ChadOX1 vaccines. The Global Covid Vaccine Safety Project, which made the assessment, …

With State prod, India can be world leader in vaccines
11 months, 2 weeks ago

With State prod, India can be world leader in vaccines

Hindustan Times  

The World Health Organization activated its incident management support team as part of its emergency response framework on the emergence of a cluster of atypical pneumonia cases emerging from Wuhan, China, on January 1, 2020. India, the dark horse in the vaccine race, did the unexpected and against all odds, approving EUA to two vaccines — “made in India” Covishield …

New Blueprint for Pandemic Preparedness in Place: Dr Bhargava
1 year ago

New Blueprint for Pandemic Preparedness in Place: Dr Bhargava

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: The Government of India has prepared a blueprint for pandemic preparedness that includes lessons learnt in combating Covid-19 in the country, former ICMR director general Dr Balram Bhargava said. There were learnings, there were a lot of mistakes and we learnt from them,” Dr Bhargava said at a press conference on Wednesday, replying to a question on whether ‘red …

Over 220 crore COVID vaccine doses administered across India, but less than 23 crore booster doses: Health Ministry data
1 year ago

Over 220 crore COVID vaccine doses administered across India, but less than 23 crore booster doses: Health Ministry data

The Hindu  

A total of 220.67 crore COVID vaccine doses have been administered across the country as on December 21 this year, according to data released by the Health Ministry on Wednesday. However, only 22.88 crore precautionary or booster doses have been administered across the country among the eligible adult population. Despite the recent increase of people infected with the JN.1 COVID …

New COVID variant JN.1: Health Ministry says no need for booster dose
1 year ago

New COVID variant JN.1: Health Ministry says no need for booster dose

The Hindu  

Following the Union Health Ministry direction that States be alert and prepared for any possible surge in COVID-19 cases following the emergence of the new variant JN.1, senior health officials said that there is no move to recommend administration of vaccine booster dose for India. India saw a single-day rise of 656 COVID-1 infections while the active cases have increased …

Covid in India Highlights: Maharashtra reports nine JN.1 infections
1 year ago

Covid in India Highlights: Maharashtra reports nine JN.1 infections

Hindustan Times  

Covid in India Highlights: India logged a total of 656 fresh cases of Covid-19 infections on December 24. Former AIIMS, Delhi, director Randeep Guleria said the sub-variant JN.1 is “gradually becoming dominant” but observed that it is not causing severe infections or hospitalisations. The World Health Organisation also classified JN.1 into the Variant of Interest category, however, said there is …

COVID-19 update: WHO asks nations to strengthen surveillance as coronavirus cases rise
1 year ago

COVID-19 update: WHO asks nations to strengthen surveillance as coronavirus cases rise

India TV News  

COVID-19 update: The World Health Organisation has urged countries in South-East Asia to strengthen surveillance given the increasing cases of respiratory diseases, including due to COVID-19 and its new sub-variant JN.1, and influenza. "For this, countries must strengthen surveillance and sequencing, and ensure sharing of data," said Dr Poonam Khetrapal Singh, regional director, WHO South-East Asia. "As people travel and …

'Accept Covid-19 as Part of Lifestyle': Don't Panic, Says Top Epidemiologist But Advises Caution
1 year ago

'Accept Covid-19 as Part of Lifestyle': Don't Panic, Says Top Epidemiologist But Advises Caution

News 18  

It’s time for the public to stop being surprised by the rise in Covid-19 cases and recognise coronavirus as a permanent part of their lifestyle, former Indian Council of Medical Research scientist Dr Raman Gangakhedkar has told News18.com. The country’s top epidemiologist, who was the face of India’s apex medical research agency during government briefings on Covid-19 last year, said …

COVID-19 update: Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya urges heightened preparedness amidst surge in cases
1 year ago

COVID-19 update: Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya urges heightened preparedness amidst surge in cases

India TV News  

Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya conducted a virtual review meeting on Wednesday, addressing the increasing COVID-19 cases in the country and emphasizing the preparedness of health facilities. As the country faces a surge in COVID-19 cases, the Union Health Minister's call for increased preparedness aligns with the ongoing efforts to manage and mitigate the impact of the virus. The emphasis …

COVID-19 Update: India records 260 new cases, total active at 1,828
1 year ago

COVID-19 Update: India records 260 new cases, total active at 1,828

Live Mint  

India reported 260 new cases of COVID-19, with active cases rising to 1,828, as per the latest data from the Union Health Ministry on December 18. Centre Urges States to Heighten Vigilance The central government has written to states and union territories, urging them to maintain "continuous vigilance" in light of the recent surge in COVID-19 cases and the identification …

'Every New Wave Comes in Dec': Expert Take as JN.1 Covid-19 Variant Threatens Holiday Season
1 year ago

'Every New Wave Comes in Dec': Expert Take as JN.1 Covid-19 Variant Threatens Holiday Season

News 18  

A growing Covid-19 variant, JN.1, has taken off this holiday season in several countries but there isn’t anything ‘alarming’ in India, co-chair at INSACOG’s advisory board, Dr Saumitra Das, told News18.com in an exclusive interaction. “We must notice that every new wave comes in the month of December or in winter, starting from the first wave to the Delta wave …

'Not Like Covid But Cocktail of Viruses': India 'Closely Monitoring' China's Pneumonia Outbreak
1 year, 1 month ago

'Not Like Covid But Cocktail of Viruses': India 'Closely Monitoring' China's Pneumonia Outbreak

News 18  

Amid the increase in the incidence of respiratory diseases in China, the Union Health Ministry on Friday said it is closely monitoring the outbreak of H9N2 and clusters of respiratory illness in children in the neighbouring country. “There is a low risk to India from both the avian influenza cases reported from China as well as the clusters of respiratory …

Accelerating Routine Immunization in India: Insights from Covid-19 Drive
1 year, 1 month ago

Accelerating Routine Immunization in India: Insights from Covid-19 Drive

The Quint  

In the aftermath of Covid-19 pandemic and ensuing vaccination drive in India, the country's healthcare system gained invaluable insights into strengthening routine immunization programs. Learnings for Health Sector: The drive provided crucial insights into routine immunization systems, leveraging existing infrastructure and expertise effectively. Role of MOMENTUM Routine Immunization Transformation & Equity Project: National Roll-Out Support: Initiated in August 2021, the …

The Vaccine War: A tale of Indian scientists' triumph over COVID-19 amid the Left's propaganda to undermine indigenous vaccine
1 year, 3 months ago

The Vaccine War: A tale of Indian scientists' triumph over COVID-19 amid the Left's propaganda to undermine indigenous vaccine

Op India  

Recalling the dreadful chapters from the year 2020 when the spread of novel coronavirus in India killed several lives, affected many businesses, and derailed the normal routine lives of almost all is difficult. But Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri, the marvellous director who earlier amazed audiences with movies like ‘The Kashmir Files’ and ‘The Tashkent Files’ has made an attempt to bring …

FACT CHECK: Did FDA approve Ivermectin as medicine for corona virus? Check here
1 year, 4 months ago

FACT CHECK: Did FDA approve Ivermectin as medicine for corona virus? Check here

India TV News  

India TV Fact Check: Social media platforms have become a primary source of misleading information. The report that the user shared on the social media platform read, "FDA explicitly recognizes that doctors do have the authority to prescribe Ivermectin to treat COVID." Image Source : SCREENSHOTLawyer's argument written in the article India TV did a fact check When we clicked …

India Gearing Up To Tackle Next Likely Pandemic After Coronavirus Antibiotic Resistance Influenza
1 year, 4 months ago

India Gearing Up To Tackle Next Likely Pandemic After Coronavirus Antibiotic Resistance Influenza

ABP News  

Arboviruses, multi-drug resistant bacteria, Nipah, Marburg virus and the dreaded "Disease X" -- one among them may cause the next Covid-like pandemic if the World Health Organization is to be believed. READ | India May Have Seen An 'Invisible' Covid Wave Larger Than 2022 Third Wave, Wastewater Surveillance Shows 'India Better Prepared After Covid' Experts said while India was better …

New Covid variant Eris detected in Maharashtra; should India be worried? What experts say
1 year, 5 months ago

New Covid variant Eris detected in Maharashtra; should India be worried? What experts say

Hindustan Times  

New Covid variant EG.5.1 or Eris that has been adding to the surge of Coronavirus cases in UK has also been causing slight increase in Coronavirus caseload in Maharashtra. The new Covid strain Eris has increased hospitalisation cases among elderly in UK and while there is no need to panic, it's imperative to keep a close watch on it. The …

A new regime: On the Emergency Use Authorisation regime in India and clinical trials
1 year, 6 months ago

A new regime: On the Emergency Use Authorisation regime in India and clinical trials

The Hindu  

Last week, the Drug Controller General of India cleared, under the provisions of ‘emergency use authorisation’, a new mRNA vaccine for COVID-19 developed by Pune-based Gennova Biopharmaceuticals, a pioneer in India in developing mRNA vaccines. More than evidence-based assessment, it was a technicality in India’s ‘New Drugs and Clinical Trials Rules, 2019’ that allowed EUA in India for COVID-19 vaccines. …

India-made mRNA vaccine priced at ₹2,292, will be available as a booster dose
1 year, 6 months ago

India-made mRNA vaccine priced at ₹2,292, will be available as a booster dose

The Hindu  

India’s first indigenously developed mRNA vaccine against the dominant Omicron variant of the COVID-19 coronavirus will cost ₹2,292, Sanjay Singh, CEO, Gennova Biopharmaceuticals, said at a press conference on June 24. The vaccine will for now only be available as a booster or “precaution dose”, that is, somebody who has already been vaccinated thrice will be ineligible as the relevant …

Bolster the US-India vaccine collaboration
1 year, 6 months ago

Bolster the US-India vaccine collaboration

Hindustan Times  

As India and the United States look to step up their strategic technology partnership, the former is in an advantageous position in the shifting collaborative paradigm — a confident democracy with a robust and resilient research and development ecosystem. Well supported by globally competitive academic research organisations such as the Indian Council for Medical Research - National Institute of Virology, …

India reports 95 new covid cases in a day
1 year, 6 months ago

India reports 95 new covid cases in a day

Live Mint  

New Delhi: India added 95 fresh coronavirus infections in the last 24 hours, while active cases fell to 1,784, according to an update by the health ministry on Wednesday.Tally of reported cases is now 4.5 crore, while death toll stands at 531,898. Covid cases have declined over the last three months after a surge in infections due to XBB.1.16 Omicron …

Covid-19 Update: India records 36 fresh cases, lowest since March 2020
1 year, 6 months ago

Covid-19 Update: India records 36 fresh cases, lowest since March 2020

India TV News  

Covid-19 Update: India reported 36 fresh COVID-19 cases in the 24 hours, which is the lowest since March 2020. According to Union Health Ministry data, the total number of fatalities currently stands at 5,31,897. As per the data, that was updated at 8 am today, the total number of Covid cases currently stands at 4,49,93,579. ALSO READ | WHO chief …

India urges G-20 countries to join vaccine research collaborative in wake of COVID vaccine inequity
1 year, 7 months ago

India urges G-20 countries to join vaccine research collaborative in wake of COVID vaccine inequity

The Hindu  

With the COVID-19 pandemic exposing the acute inequity in vaccine development and access, the Indian government is working in partnership with two leading global non-profits to convene and build consensus among the G-20 member States and others, for a proposed Global Vaccine Research Collaborative. “International cooperation is essential to advance vaccine development for emerging pathogens, and the G-20 can serve …

India’s Winning Formula: Making Healthcare Affordable and Accessible with PPPs
1 year, 7 months ago

India’s Winning Formula: Making Healthcare Affordable and Accessible with PPPs

News 18  

In the last 75 years, India’s progress as a nation has been both inspiring and impressive. Vaccine PPPs during the Covid-19 pandemic It is during the pandemic that India gained a definite advantage in the global health space, when it administered the first dose of the indigenous Covid-19 vaccine Covaxin, in January 2021. Within a year of the emergence of …

At 14,493, India records sharp dip in daily Covid tally, logs 801 new cases
1 year, 7 months ago

At 14,493, India records sharp dip in daily Covid tally, logs 801 new cases

Hindustan Times  

India has logged 801 new coronavirus infections, while the active cases have dipped to 14,493 from 15,515, according to the Union Health Ministry data updated on Monday. According to the ministry's website, 220.66 crore doses of Covid vaccine have been administered in the country so far under the nationwide vaccination drive. The active cases now comprise 0.03 per cent of …

COVID-19: India reports 1,690 cases; active cases below 20,000
1 year, 7 months ago

COVID-19: India reports 1,690 cases; active cases below 20,000

India TV News  

Covid-19 update: India has recorded 1,690 new coronavirus infections in a day, while the active cases have come down to 19,613 from 21,406 a day earlier, according to the Union Health Ministry data updated today. India currently has 19,613 active cases which comprise 0.04 per cent of the total infections. The national COVID-19 recovery rate was recorded at 98.77 per …

Covid-19: India logs 4,282 new coronavirus cases; active tally stands at 47,246
1 year, 8 months ago

Covid-19: India logs 4,282 new coronavirus cases; active tally stands at 47,246

India TV News  

Covid-19: India on Monday logged 4,282 fresh coronavirus infections, The number of active cases now stands at 47,246. The daily positivity rate recorded on Monday was 4.92 per cent while the weekly positivity was pegged at 4.00 per cent. The total tally of Covid cases was recorded at 4.49 crore The active cases now constitute 0.11 per cent of the …

Coronavirus Updates: Dip in Covid-19 cases, India records 5,874 fresh infections
1 year, 8 months ago

Coronavirus Updates: Dip in Covid-19 cases, India records 5,874 fresh infections

India TV News  

Coronavirus Updates: India on Sunday logged 5,874 fresh infections with 8,148 recoveries in the last 24 hours. The daily positivity rate was recorded at 3.31 per cent while the weekly positivity was pegged at 4.25 per cent. The active cases now comprise 0.11 per cent of the total infections, while the national COVID-19 recovery rate has been recorded at 98.71 …

Covid-19 Alert: India sees a slight dip in daily infections, logs 7,171 new cases
1 year, 8 months ago

Covid-19 Alert: India sees a slight dip in daily infections, logs 7,171 new cases

India TV News  

Covid-19 Alert: In the last 24 hours, India logged 7,171 fresh infections, while the active cases tally has witnessed a slight dip. According to the Union Health Ministry data, the active cases have decreased to 51,314. Recovery rate at 98.70% As per the Union Health Ministry website, active cases now comprise 0.11 per cent of the total infections. With this, …

Amid COVID-19 surge, Centre issues advisory for eight states | Check details
1 year, 8 months ago

Amid COVID-19 surge, Centre issues advisory for eight states | Check details

India TV News  

COVID-19 surge in India: With India seeing a surge in Covid-19 cases, the Central government on Friday asked eight states and Union Territories- -Delhi, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Karnataka, Kerala, Maharashtra and Rajasthan- - to strengthen coronavirus surveillance in all districts. Union Health Secretary said that India has been witnessing a consistent rise in COVID-I 9 cases since March …

COVID-19: India reports 11,692 new coronavirus cases, active tally climb to 66,170
1 year, 8 months ago

COVID-19: India reports 11,692 new coronavirus cases, active tally climb to 66,170

India TV News  

COVID-19 : India has recorded 11,692 new coronavirus infections, while the active cases have increased to 66,170, informed the Union Health Ministry on Friday. Active cases: The active cases now comprise 0.15 per cent of the total infections and the national COVID-19 recovery rate has been recorded at 98.67 per cent, the ministry said. "Dr PK Mishra stressed that the …

India logs 9,111 new coronavirus infections, active cases climb to 60,313
1 year, 8 months ago

India logs 9,111 new coronavirus infections, active cases climb to 60,313

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: India recorded 9,111 new coronavirus infections, while the active cases increased to 60,313, according to the Union Health Ministry data updated on Monday.The death toll increased to 5,31,141 with 27 deaths. The daily positivity was recorded at 8.40 per cent and the weekly positivity rate was pegged at 4.94 per cent. The active cases now comprise 0.13 per …

Covid-19: India Reports Close to 11k Fresh Cases Again, Active Tally Exceeds 53,000
1 year, 8 months ago

Covid-19: India Reports Close to 11k Fresh Cases Again, Active Tally Exceeds 53,000

News 18  

India logged a total of 10,753 fresh Covid-19 cases in the past 24 hours, taking the number of active infections to 53,720, the Union Health Ministry data said on Saturday. As per the Ministry’s latest data, the death toll has also climbed to 5,31,091 with 27 deaths recorded in the last 24 hours. This includes six deaths recorded in Delhi, …

India restarts Covid vaccine production as new infections soar 30% in one day
1 year, 8 months ago

India restarts Covid vaccine production as new infections soar 30% in one day

The Independent  

India is ramping up its vaccine production following a rapid surge in Covid-19 cases driven by a new subvariant dubbed Arcturus. The country recorded 10,158 news Covid cases on Thursday, a 30 per cent surge in one day, according to the federal health ministry data. The company stopped manufacturing Covishield in December 2021 due to dwindling demand and a low …

Covid-19: India records over 10,000 fresh cases, 19 deaths
1 year, 8 months ago

Covid-19: India records over 10,000 fresh cases, 19 deaths

Live Mint  

New Delhi: India reported 10,158 fresh coronavirus infections and 19 deaths in the past 24 hours, the health ministry said in an update on Thursday. “The five-fold strategy, i.e., Test-Track Treat-Vaccination should be followed with continued focus on adequate & proactive testing as per guidelines, monitoring new and emerging clusters of new Covid-19 cases along with monitoring the trend of …

Covid spike: India logs 10,158 new corona cases, 30% more than yesterday
1 year, 8 months ago

Covid spike: India logs 10,158 new corona cases, 30% more than yesterday

Live Mint  

India recorded a sharp hike in daily Covid-19 cases at 10,158 compared to the previous day on Thursday. India recorded 7,830 new coronavirus cases on Wednesday, marking a sharp jump from Tuesday when 5,675 cases were reported, according to data shared by the Union Health Ministry. The national capital on Wednesday reported 1,149 new coronavirus cases, marking a sharp jump …

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