Strict covid-19 lockdowns may speed up economic recovery: IMF
4 years, 5 months ago

Strict covid-19 lockdowns may speed up economic recovery: IMF

Live Mint  

Early lockdowns in an epidemic can substantially reduce infections, and policymakers should be wary of lifting them to jumpstart their economies when infections remain high, the International Monetary Fund said on Thursday. The COVID-19 pandemic showed that government lockdowns succeeded in lowering infections, the IMF wrote in a chapter of its forthcoming World Economic Outlook, but they also contributed to the recession and hit vulnerable groups such as women and young people particularly hard. "Addressing the health risks appears to be a pre-condition to allow for a strong and sustained economic recovery," wrote IMF economists Francesco Grigoli and Damiano Sandri in a blog post on the research. "Lockdowns impose short-term costs but may lead to a faster economic recovery as they lower infections and thus the extent of voluntary social distancing," they wrote, adding that alternatives such as wearing face masks, expanded testing and contact tracing could have even lower economic costs. The IMF said lockdowns needed to be sufficiently strict to curb infections, suggesting that "stringent and short-lived lockdowns could be preferable to mild and prolonged measures," they wrote.

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How effective were Covid lockdowns – and should they be used again if another pandemic hits?
1 year, 3 months ago

How effective were Covid lockdowns – and should they be used again if another pandemic hits?

The Independent  

Boris Johnson has finally taken the stand at the Covid inquiry, an opportunity to defend himself against a barrage of criticism from politicians, advisers and civil servants who served with him as the pandemic engulfed the UK. They found that social contact among UK adults had dropped 75 per cent compared to pre-pandemic levels, enough to tip the growing epidemic …

UK must be prepared to lock down to prevent disease spread – Hancock
1 year, 8 months ago

UK must be prepared to lock down to prevent disease spread – Hancock

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The UK must be prepared …

Benefits of original Covid lockdown were 'a drop in the bucket compared to the costs'
1 year, 9 months ago

Benefits of original Covid lockdown were 'a drop in the bucket compared to the costs'

Daily Mail  

Draconian lockdown measures taken to stop the spread of Covid in early 2020 may have saved as few as 1,700 lives, analysis suggests. A report suggests specific initiatives to control the spread of Covid had mixed results in reducing mortality, with mask mandates having the biggest impact while measures such as limiting gatherings paradoxically raised death rates Vaccines — considered …

Covid lockdown benefits were ‘drop in the bucket’ compared to costs, study says
1 year, 9 months ago

Covid lockdown benefits were ‘drop in the bucket’ compared to costs, study says

The Independent  

Sign up for the View from Westminster email for expert analysis straight to your inbox Get our free View from Westminster email Get our free View from Westminster email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The benefits of the first Covid-19 lockdown were “a drop in …

The third anniversary of COVID-19 lockdown: Looking back on Frontline’s coverage
1 year, 11 months ago

The third anniversary of COVID-19 lockdown: Looking back on Frontline’s coverage

The Hindu  

Published : Apr 06, 2023 12:46 IST - 1 MIN READ This fortnight, India commemorates its third anniversary of the COVID-19 lockdown. The pandemic hit India hard, with the first case reported in January 2020. The lockdown also had an impact on education, with schools and colleges closed for extended periods. India has made significant progress in its fight against …

3 Years of COVID-19: From Lockdown, Vaccination to H3N2, the Battle Continues - News18
1 year, 11 months ago

3 Years of COVID-19: From Lockdown, Vaccination to H3N2, the Battle Continues - News18

News 18  

It’s been three years since the World Health Organization declared Covid-19 a pandemic in March 2020, and the impact of the virus has been far-reaching and unexpected. However, just when a government panel made an announcement in October 2020 that the pandemic had peaked and could be brought under control by February 2021, the country was hit by the largest …

Recession risks climb on China COVID lockdowns, Ukraine conflict and rising interest rates
2 years, 11 months ago

Recession risks climb on China COVID lockdowns, Ukraine conflict and rising interest rates

ABC  

After more than two years of the pandemic, floods, fires, political unrest and now war, there are fears the world is at risk of falling back into recession. 'Freedom isn't free': Why inflation may linger Central banks had resisted raising interest rates last year on the belief that inflation would be "transitory". US Federal Reserve committee members expect to raise …

Restrictions are 'counterproductive', risk-based approach needed to tackle Covid: WHO India head
3 years, 1 month ago

Restrictions are 'counterproductive', risk-based approach needed to tackle Covid: WHO India head

India TV News  

Restrictions are 'counterproductive', risk-based approach needed to tackle Covid: WHO India head Implementing a blanket booster program while large segments of the population remain unvaccinated is likely to prolong the pandemic and misses the larger population that it aims to protect, Ofrin explained. Stressing on the need to protect both lives and livelihoods, he said public health action in India …

Don’t Press the Panic Button of Lockdown with New Covid Variants, Fresh Case Surges
3 years, 2 months ago

Don’t Press the Panic Button of Lockdown with New Covid Variants, Fresh Case Surges

News 18  

Amid a surge in Covid-19 cases across the country, the Delhi government on Tuesday came down heavily on offices, business establishments and restaurants. Overall, India’s economic activity shrunk by -7.3 per cent during the year 2020-21, the labour market and the MSME sector have suffered acute losses. According to International Labour Organization “… in India, with a share of almost …

No need for full lockdown, says TN Health Minister Subramanian
3 years, 2 months ago

No need for full lockdown, says TN Health Minister Subramanian

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai: Amid the surge in the COVID-19 cases, Tamil Nadu Health Minister MA Subramanian on Tuesday said that there is no need for a lockdown in the state amid rising COVID-19 cases. According to the state health department, there are currently 62,767 active cases of COVID in Tamil Nadu. Tamil Nadu government on Monday extended COVID-19 restrictions till January 31 …

State governments have liberty to impose lockdowns: Kishan Reddy
3 years, 2 months ago

State governments have liberty to impose lockdowns: Kishan Reddy

Deccan Chronicle  

HYDERABAD: Union minister for culture and tourism G. Kishan Reddy brushed aside the possibility of the Centre imposing a lockdown to curb the latest Covid-19 surge, and said a meeting of Chief Ministers would be convened after the festival. However, if one or more states approached it on this issue, the Centre would certainly address the issue, Kishan Reddy said. …

'Will Not Look at Lockdown Unless...' On Mumbai's Rising Cases, BMC Commissioner's Assurance
3 years, 2 months ago

'Will Not Look at Lockdown Unless...' On Mumbai's Rising Cases, BMC Commissioner's Assurance

News 18  

The BMC has said that there will not be lockdown-like restrictions unless 20,000 hospital beds are occupied, even as Covid-19 cases surge in the city. “Unless 20,000 hospital beds occupied I will not look at fresh lockdown-like restrictions, current hospitalization rate less than 5%” said BMC commissioner Iqbal Singh Chahal. Mumbai added 10,606 new cases, a steep rise from 7,928 …

Covid-19 Cases Rising, Lockdown Last Option, Says Chhattisgarh CM; Directs Officials to Enforce Measures to Control Situation
3 years, 2 months ago

Covid-19 Cases Rising, Lockdown Last Option, Says Chhattisgarh CM; Directs Officials to Enforce Measures to Control Situation

News 18  

Amid a rise in COVID-19 cases in Chhattisgarh, Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel on Monday chaired an emergency meeting of ministers, senior officials and asked district level authorities to increase testing and also impose restrictions on major public events to prevent crowding. Coronavirus cases are rising rapidly and it seems a third wave of infections is approaching, the CM said, but …

'Noone Wants Lockdown': Indian-American Prof Spells Out 'Prudent' Tools to Fight 'Omi-Covid'
3 years, 2 months ago

'Noone Wants Lockdown': Indian-American Prof Spells Out 'Prudent' Tools to Fight 'Omi-Covid'

News 18  

In order to avoid a lockdown havoc on the poor and economy of the country, India must choose “prudence over panic”, said Bhramar Mukherjee, researcher and Professor of Epidemiology at the University of Michigan, on Thursday. Wear masks, get vaccinated, avoid large indoor gatherings and interact in well-ventilated spaces – are the three components recommended by Mukherjee for a middle …

Stricter lockdown could last all winter if coronavirus infections don’t fall: Security Council Leader
3 years, 3 months ago

Stricter lockdown could last all winter if coronavirus infections don’t fall: Security Council Leader

NL Times  

The public needs to comply better with the current coronavirus measures and coronavirus infections need to fall this week fundamentally; otherwise, we are steering towards a lockdown that will last all winter, said Hubert Bruls. Bruls said he is disappointed in how poorly the current coronavirus measures are being observed. "If there is not a real decrease in the number …

India Sees 11,850 New Covid Cases; Netherlands Imposes Lockdown as Virus Reaches New High
3 years, 4 months ago

India Sees 11,850 New Covid Cases; Netherlands Imposes Lockdown as Virus Reaches New High

News 18  

European governments are eyeing unpopular Covid curbs, with the Netherlands opting for Western Europe’s first partial lockdown of the winter as EU experts said 10 countries in the bloc were causing “very high concern”. Dutch premier Mark Rutte announced at least three weeks of lockdown measures targeting restaurants, shops and sporting events to curb a record spike in coronavirus infections. …

The Netherlands may face ‘lockdown-type measures’ to curb rising Covid cases: NOS
3 years, 4 months ago

The Netherlands may face ‘lockdown-type measures’ to curb rising Covid cases: NOS

Dutch News  

Government advisors are recommending ‘lockdown type measures’ to combat the rise in coronavirus infections for a two week period, sources close to the Outbreak Management Team have told broadcaster NOS. The seriousness of the situation – new infections are reaching record levels – makes such measures unavoidable, the sources say. Ministers are meeting to discuss the proposals on Thursday morning, …

Britain’s delay in imposing coronavirus lockdown cost thousands of lives, report says
3 years, 5 months ago

Britain’s delay in imposing coronavirus lockdown cost thousands of lives, report says

LA Times  

Britain’s failure to impose a lockdown in the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic cost thousands of unnecessary deaths and ranks among the country’s worst public health blunders, lawmakers concluded Tuesday in the nation’s first comprehensive report on the pandemic. The deadly delay derived from the failure of Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s government to question the recommendoations of scientific advisors, …

COVID-19 disaster payments to be scaled back as vaccination rates rise
3 years, 5 months ago

COVID-19 disaster payments to be scaled back as vaccination rates rise

ABC  

Financial support for people who have lost work due to COVID-19 will soon be wound back, with the federal government looking to discourage states from imposing lockdowns once vaccination rates hit their targets. Key points: COVID-19 disaster payments for workers will be wound back once vaccination rates hit 70 and 80 per cent The move is designed to discourage states …

Delta variant tempts us to trade lives for freedom, a COVID-19 choice we didn't anticipate
3 years, 6 months ago

Delta variant tempts us to trade lives for freedom, a COVID-19 choice we didn't anticipate

ABC  

Last year COVID-19 seemed simple. Last year Australia recorded fewer than normal doctor-certified deaths, in part because the COVID restrictions stopped deaths from influenza, and in part because they snuffed out COVID-19 early, ensuring hospitals weren't overwhelmed. COVID restrictions stopped deaths from influenza last year and stopping COVID-19 spread early ensured hospitals weren't overwhelmed. While last year's lockdowns didn't do …

Prime Minister says country must prepare for more COVID-19 cases and an end to lockdowns
3 years, 6 months ago

Prime Minister says country must prepare for more COVID-19 cases and an end to lockdowns

ABC  

The Prime Minister has warned state and territory leaders they must not be afraid of COVID-19 cases rising once enough of the population is vaccinated against the virus. Key points: The Prime Minister says states and territories must hold to an agreement to wind down COVID-19 restrictions as more people are vaccinated The Prime Minister says states and territories must …

Do sudden, sharp lockdowns help to control the Delta COVID-19 variant?
3 years, 7 months ago

Do sudden, sharp lockdowns help to control the Delta COVID-19 variant?

ABC  

As Victoria and South Australia emerge from snap lockdowns this morning, the country's lived experience seems to indicate fast, hard lockdowns are the only effective tool to stop the highly-infectious Delta coronavirus variant spreading while we wait for our population to be vaccinated. Key points: States that lockdown within two days of transmission can lift restrictions sooner, data shows Delay …

Asked to Learn to Live with the Virus, Britain Nervously Steps out of Lockdown
3 years, 8 months ago

Asked to Learn to Live with the Virus, Britain Nervously Steps out of Lockdown

News 18  

Britain is now split between excitement and apprehension over the government move to lift the lockdown altogether later this month. People are being advised to make their own decisions on wearing masks, or social distancing, though Prime Minister Boris Johnson says he will wear a mask at public places “as a courtesy”. Johnson says cases are set to rise to …

Speed, scale of Covid vaccination will shape path of economic recovery: RBI report
3 years, 8 months ago

Speed, scale of Covid vaccination will shape path of economic recovery: RBI report

India TV News  

Speed, scale of Covid vaccination will shape path of economic recovery: RBI report Speed and scale of vaccination against COVID-19 will shape the path of economic recovery which has the resilience and the fundamentals to bounce back from the pandemic and unshackle itself from pre-existing cyclical and structural hindrances, said a RBI report. Speed and scale of vaccination against COVID-19 …

England delays easing COVID-19 lockdown as cases rise
3 years, 9 months ago

England delays easing COVID-19 lockdown as cases rise

Al Jazeera  

Johnson says ‘sensible to wait just a little longer’ as Delta variant fuels a new wave of infections. British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has confirmed that the next planned relaxation of coronavirus restrictions in England will be delayed by four weeks – until July 19 – as a result of the spread of the Delta coronavirus variant. “On the evidence …

Some states extend lockdowns, others relax curbs as India witnesses drop in Covid cases
3 years, 9 months ago

Some states extend lockdowns, others relax curbs as India witnesses drop in Covid cases

India Today  

India has been witnessing a steady decline in daily new confirmed cases of Covid-19. Here's a look at how other states/UTs are unlocking: New Delhi In a press conference, Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal said places of worship in the national capital will be permitted to reopen starting Monday but visitors will not be allowed for now. State-run liquor outlets and …

'Less restrictive future lockdowns' rely on more people getting vaccinated for COVID-19, experts say
3 years, 9 months ago

'Less restrictive future lockdowns' rely on more people getting vaccinated for COVID-19, experts say

ABC  

Australia is unlikely to achieve herd immunity because of the current level of vaccine hesitancy and the highly infectious nature of new COVID variants, new modelling shows. Key points: Experts say lockdowns will keep happening until the national vaccination rate improves Experts say lockdowns will keep happening until the national vaccination rate improves They also urge people to follow health …

Lockdowns have impacted large and small states alike
3 years, 9 months ago

Lockdowns have impacted large and small states alike

Live Mint  

India’s economy began the month of May with a cloud of uncertainty: by April’s last week, most states had gone under fresh covid-19 lockdowns. The economic cost is now clear across the country, rich and poor states alike, several high-frequency indicators show in the latest monthly update to Mint’s state recovery tracker. Delhi had the poorest economic performance and the …

Malaysia imposes second coronavirus lockdown to tackle worsening Covid-19 surge
3 years, 9 months ago

Malaysia imposes second coronavirus lockdown to tackle worsening Covid-19 surge

Hindustan Times  

Malls and many businesses in Malaysia shuttered Tuesday as the country began its second nationwide lockdown to tackle a worsening surge of the coronavirus that has put its health care system on the verge of collapse. Malaysia imposes second coronavirus lockdown to tackle worsening Covid-19 surge The Southeast Asian nation imposed a partial lockdown on May 12, banning all social …

Indian economy, hit by COVID-19, shrinks by 7.3% in 2020-21
3 years, 9 months ago

Indian economy, hit by COVID-19, shrinks by 7.3% in 2020-21

Associated Press  

NEW DELHI — India’s economy, pummeled by the coronavirus pandemic, contracted by 7.3% in the 2020-21 financial year, just before the country was hit by another catastrophic surge in infections. Daily new cases set global records, spurring many states to announce widespread restrictions and lockdowns. In January, a government survey estimated the economy -- previously one of the fastest growing …

Indian economy's ability to rebound on test amid threats from second wave
3 years, 9 months ago

Indian economy's ability to rebound on test amid threats from second wave

Hindustan Times  

The Indian economy’s resilience will be tested by its ability to overcome a devastating outbreak of Covid-19, although no one’s yet doubting its potential to pull off the world’s fastest pace of growth among major economies this year. Data due later Monday will probably show gross domestic product grew 1% in the three months ended March, making it the second …

The economic crisis is real; the picture of economic resilience is an illusion
3 years, 9 months ago

The economic crisis is real; the picture of economic resilience is an illusion

The Hindu  

As the ongoing second wave of coronavirus infections in India peaks, there is little clarity on what its economic fallout is and will be. Two assessments from official sources—one from the Reserve Bank of India, titled The State of the Economy and the other from the Ministry of Finance, titled Month Economic Report for May—seem to suggest that economic trends …

Covid lockdowns saved millions of lives by reducing bacterial infections: Oxford University-led study
3 years, 9 months ago

Covid lockdowns saved millions of lives by reducing bacterial infections: Oxford University-led study

India Today  

An Oxford University-led study has suggested that bacterial diseases like pneumonia, meningitis and sepsis, may have been reduced by the lockdowns imposed due to Covid-19 in recent times. Co-authored by Professor David Murdoch, an infectious disease expert and Dean of the University of Otago, Christchurch, the study says that global lockdowns cut short the spread of deadly invasive bacterial diseases …

Covid lockdowns reduced bacterial diseases spread: Lancet
3 years, 9 months ago

Covid lockdowns reduced bacterial diseases spread: Lancet

India TV News  

National lockdowns and public health campaigns introduced at the start of the Coronavirus pandemic have reduced the transmission of deadly invasive bacteria that cause respiratory infections -- potentially saving thousands of lives, according to a large study published in The Lancet Digital Health on Friday. The study led by Oxford University researchers showed that all countries saw a significant and …

Malaysia imposes near-total lockdown as COVID-19 cases soar
3 years, 9 months ago

Malaysia imposes near-total lockdown as COVID-19 cases soar

LA Times  

Malaysia’s prime minister Friday announced a near-total coronavirus lockdown in the country, with social and economic activities to be halted for two weeks to contain a worsening outbreak. Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin said the decision to implement the lockdown starting Tuesday came after daily new infections surpassed 8,000 for the first time Friday, sparking fears that the disease could spiral …

The Latest: Australia's Victoria state to return to lockdown
3 years, 9 months ago

The Latest: Australia's Victoria state to return to lockdown

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy MELBOURNE, Australia — The …

Abhijit Banerjee calls on Modi govt to raise pandemic support spending
3 years, 9 months ago

Abhijit Banerjee calls on Modi govt to raise pandemic support spending

Live Mint  

India’s government could be spending more to help its population of almost 1.4 billion weather the economic devastation from the country’s explosive second wave of Covid-19 infections, according to Nobel Laureate Abhijit Banerjee. All of those might mean that people remain more careful after the lockdown is lifted.” Even with India’s total infections nearing 27 million, Banerjee doesn’t believe the …

India’s economic report card is drenched in red ink
3 years, 9 months ago

India’s economic report card is drenched in red ink

Live Mint  

India’s nascent economic recovery has been derailed by the second covid-19 wave even before it could gather steam. Launched in October 2018, Mint’s macro tracker provides a monthly state-of-the-economy report based on trends in 16 high-frequency indicators across four segments: consumer economy, producer economy, external sector, and ease of living. A year ago, during the first nationwide lockdown, 13 of …

Lockdown Extended in These States, UTs to Curb Covid-19 Spread: Full List Here
3 years, 9 months ago

Lockdown Extended in These States, UTs to Curb Covid-19 Spread: Full List Here

News 18  

With India still facing a surge in Covid-19 cases due to second wave, several states and union territories have extended lockdown to curb the further spread of the coronavirus infection. Mizoram: The state government on Saturday extended total lockdown in Aizawl and other district headquarters by another seven days till May 31. Chhattisgarh: The state government has asked authorities in …

Column: The evidence is clear — COVID lockdowns saved lives without harming economies
3 years, 9 months ago

Column: The evidence is clear — COVID lockdowns saved lives without harming economies

LA Times  

The pandemic may be ebbing, at least in the U.S. and some other well-vaccinated countries, but debate over the government and public response to the crisis is destined to live on. A team of UCLA researchers, in a paper first published in May 2020 and updated later, found that “likely Trump voters” reduced their movements by 9% following a local …

Netherlands lockdown likely loosened this week: Report
3 years, 9 months ago

Netherlands lockdown likely loosened this week: Report

NL Times  

The Cabinet is very likely to go through with the second step of lockdown easing on Tuesday, as the average daily number of Covid-19 hospitalizations has steadily declined since May 1, government sources told newswire ANP. The average number of new coronavirus infections has dropped off by a third since April 23 to 5,518, though the low results last week …

Kerala extends COVID-19 curbs till 23 May, imposes 'triple lockdown' in four worst-hit districts
3 years, 10 months ago

Kerala extends COVID-19 curbs till 23 May, imposes 'triple lockdown' in four worst-hit districts

Firstpost  

The state is currently under a 9-day complete shutdown as part of its efforts to bring down the daily caseload of infected persons The Kerala government on Friday announced that the total lockdown being enforced in the state from 8 to 16 May will be extended till 23 May to contain the massive spread of COVID-19. The decision to extend …

Livelihoods & Learning Must Not Take a Hit While Containing COVID-19. Here’s How We Can Do It
3 years, 10 months ago

Livelihoods & Learning Must Not Take a Hit While Containing COVID-19. Here’s How We Can Do It

News 18  

In the wake of unprecedented flare-up of COVID cases in the country during the second wave of the pandemic, lockdown is being considered as the last remaining weapon with the government. India’s economy went through a sharp GDP contraction in the quarter ending June 30, 2020, with an unprecedented 24.4 per cent y/y decline and led to unemployment rising sharply. …

Most of country should remain locked down for 6-8 weeks to curb Covid spread: ICMR chief
3 years, 10 months ago

Most of country should remain locked down for 6-8 weeks to curb Covid spread: ICMR chief

India Today  

The Indian Council of Medical Research has said districts reporting a high number of Covid-19 infections should remain locked down for another six to eight weeks to control the spread of the rampaging disease. That won't happen in six-eight weeks, clearly," Bhargava said in an interview at the New Delhi headquarters of the ICMR, the country's top medical research body. …

Why is India not announcing a nationwide lockdown amid its deadly COVID second wave?
3 years, 10 months ago

Why is India not announcing a nationwide lockdown amid its deadly COVID second wave?

ABC  

India has been hit with a devastating second wave of coronavirus, leading to more than 21 million infections and hundreds of thousands more deaths since the outbreak began. India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi has made it clear that the country would not go into a full lockdown, despite nationwide calls. India's main opposition leader Rahul Gandhi has recently warned that …

Coronavirus | Finance Ministry not for lockdown
3 years, 10 months ago

Coronavirus | Finance Ministry not for lockdown

The Hindu  

The second COVID-19 wave which is spreading fast beyond the worst-affected districts in the country, could dent economic activity till June this year, and expanding vaccination pace in the country is the “need of the hour”, the Finance Ministry said on Friday. While India’s second wave has seen new peaks in daily cases and deaths, active cases as well as …

IMF to Revisit Growth Forecast for India Due to Surge In Covid-19 cases
3 years, 10 months ago

IMF to Revisit Growth Forecast for India Due to Surge In Covid-19 cases

News 18  

The International Monetary Fund said on Thursday that a multilateral response is critical to overcome the COVID-19 pandemic in India and globally as it hailed recent announcements by several countries to provide immediate support to India. Over 40 countries have committed to provide India urgently required medical supplies like oxygen-related equipment and critical medicines to help it deal with an …

US expert Fauci advises India to marshal all resources, including Army, to fight Covid surge
3 years, 10 months ago

US expert Fauci advises India to marshal all resources, including Army, to fight Covid surge

India Today  

Terming the situation in India “very desperate”, America’s top public health expert Dr Anthony Fauci has suggested the government marshal all its resources, including the armed forces, to immediately build makeshift field hospitals, and urged other countries to help with not only materials but also personnel. In an exclusive interview to PTI, Fauci, who is the Chief Medical Adviser to …

Chorus grows louder for complete lockdown in India amid Covid-19 surge
3 years, 10 months ago

Chorus grows louder for complete lockdown in India amid Covid-19 surge

India Today  

India on Tuesday recorded over 3.57 lakh fresh Covid-19 cases and 3,449 deaths over the past 24 hours. With the 3,57,229 fresh cases in 24 hours, India's total case tally has crossed the 2-crore mark and reached 2,02,82,833. The total number of active Covid-19 cases in the country now stands at 34,47,133. xpressing concern over surging coronavirus cases in India, …

Uday Kotak calls for 'strongest national steps' to tackle 2nd Covid wave
3 years, 10 months ago

Uday Kotak calls for 'strongest national steps' to tackle 2nd Covid wave

India Today  

Top banker and the president of Confederation of Indian Industries Uday Kotak has said that the “strongest” national steps including curtailing economic activity are necessary to stop the raging second wave of Covid-19. In a statement issued recently by CII, Kotak said, “Given the current pandemic situation, safeguarding lives is of utmost priority and nationwide maximal response measure at the …

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