India becomes first country to culture the new UK COVID-19 variant strain
4 years ago

India becomes first country to culture the new UK COVID-19 variant strain

Firstpost  

The UK had recently announced that the newly identified strain of the virus found in their population was up to 70 percent more infectious. India has successfully cultured the new coronavirus strain, which originated in the UK, the Indian Council of Medical Research said on Saturday. “UK-variant of the virus, with all signature changes, is now successfully isolated and cultured at the National Institute of Virology from the clinical specimens collected from UK-returnees,” the ICMR said. A total of 29 people have tested positive for the new UK variant of SARS-CoV-2 in India so far, the Union Health Ministry said on Friday.

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India to undertake mega study of covid-19 samples to help prepare for future pandemics
2 months ago

India to undertake mega study of covid-19 samples to help prepare for future pandemics

Live Mint  

New Delhi: The Department of Biotechnology plans to undertake a study of thousands of samples and clinical material collected during covid-19 to help Indian scientists understand the susceptibility of individuals and changes in metabolic activity that will be useful in fighting future pandemics. The department will give the Indian SARS-CoV-2 Genomics Consortium, a consortium of 54 laboratories, the mandate to …

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 …

Covid-19: India Logs 760 Fresh Cases, Active Caseload Stands At 4,423
1 year ago

Covid-19: India Logs 760 Fresh Cases, Active Caseload Stands At 4,423

ABP News  

Covid 19 India: India saw a single-day rise of 760 fresh cases of Covid while two more people succumbed to the viral disease, news agency PTI reported, citing health ministry data on Thursday. On Wednesday, the country had reported 602 new Covid cases and five deaths were reported. Meanwhile, a 63-year-old woman, who had tested positive for Covid, succumbed to …

LIVE COVID-19 Updates: Delhi Reports First Case of JN.1 Strain; India Sees Single-day Rise of 529 Infections
1 year ago

LIVE COVID-19 Updates: Delhi Reports First Case of JN.1 Strain; India Sees Single-day Rise of 529 Infections

News 18  

Karnataka Mandates 7-day Home Isolation for Covid Positive Amidst the uptick in the Covid subvariant JN.1 infection, the Karnataka government declared mandatory 7-day home isolation of positive cases on Wednesday. Covid Cases in India Live Updates: Expert Advises To Wear Mask, Practice Physical Distancing On precautions against JN.1 variant of Covid, Shekhar C Mande, former DG, CSIR says, “People should …

Covid-19 JN.1 Variant: Active Tally Surpasses 4,100; 69 People Infected With New Strain
1 year ago

Covid-19 JN.1 Variant: Active Tally Surpasses 4,100; 69 People Infected With New Strain

News 18  

Covid-19 LIVE: Delhi Health Minister Urges Caution, Says City's Covid Positivity Rate Around 1% Delhi Health Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj on Tuesday said the national capital’s Covid positivity rate is around 1 per cent and stressed that people should, instead of panicking, follow precautions during the winter festival season. Covid-19 LIVE: JN.1 Variant Case Tally Increases To 69 A total of …

63 cases of new Covid variant in India, Goa tops with 34 cases, Maharashtra has 9
1 year ago

63 cases of new Covid variant in India, Goa tops with 34 cases, Maharashtra has 9

India Today  

A total of 63 JN.1 COVID variant cases have been reported in the country till December 24, the Union Health Ministry said on Monday in a press statement. Out of the total 63 cases, 34 are from Goa, 9 from Maharashtra, 8 from Karnataka, 6 from Kerala, 4 from Tamil Nadu and 2 from Telangana, the Ministry added in its …

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 …

Covid JN.1 variant updates: India sees 22 cases; Centre order genome sequencing
1 year ago

Covid JN.1 variant updates: India sees 22 cases; Centre order genome sequencing

Hindustan Times  

India has reported a total of 22 cases of Covid-19 subvariant JN.1 so far, forcing health departments to take necessary precautions to prevent the virus from spreading. In view of the sudden spike in cases in several states, the Centre on Friday directed states to send samples of all Covid positive test swabs for whole genome sequencing to identify the …

'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: No plan to make RT-PCR testing mandatory at airports so far, say Health Ministry sources
1 year ago

COVID-19: No plan to make RT-PCR testing mandatory at airports so far, say Health Ministry sources

India TV News  

COVID-19 India update: There is no plan so far to make RT-PCR testing for COVID-19 mandatory at airports for travellers, Union health ministry sources said today, amid an uptick in coronavirus infections in India. Corona infections: India on Thursday recorded 594 fresh COVID-19 infections while the number of active cases increased to 2,669 from 2,311 the previous day, according to …

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 …

Indian researchers discover a hidden Covid virus reservoir in human cells
1 year ago

Indian researchers discover a hidden Covid virus reservoir in human cells

Firstpost  

Even for individuals deemed virus-free by conventional tests, the presence of SARS-CoV-2 RNA within EVs may indicate a potential source for recurrent infections, according to the researchers The SARS-CoV-2 virus may have a hidden reservoir in body cells, which could account for the virus’s persistence and recurrence, according to research findings. “The identification of SARS-CoV-2 RNA in EVs underscores the …

'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 …

COVID returns? Hospitalisation hits record high in THIS country | DEETS INSIDE
1 year, 2 months ago

COVID returns? Hospitalisation hits record high in THIS country | DEETS INSIDE

India TV News  

As winter approaches, health authorities in the United Kingdom have issued a warning for its citizens to prepare for another wave of COVID-19. UK Health Security Agency has claimed that the cases will 'further increase' as the season progresses, along with other 'winter respiratory viruses like flu'. As we enter the colder months and people begin to mix more indoors, …

New Covid variant Eris driving surge in UK was already in India months ago, expert claims
1 year, 5 months ago

New Covid variant Eris driving surge in UK was already in India months ago, expert claims

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 new Covid variant Eris …

Covid genomics body to meet amid rise of new variant Eris
1 year, 5 months ago

Covid genomics body to meet amid rise of new variant Eris

Live Mint  

New Delhi: The emergence of a new covid variant in several countries has put Indian scientists on alert, with the country’s top covid genomics body set to discuss the evolving situation this week. The meeting of the Indian SARS-CoV-2 Genomics Consortium comes at a time the EG.5 variant, also called Eris, is sweeping across East Asia, and has surfaced in …

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 …

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 …

Covid-19 update: India reports over 3,600 fresh cases, active infection dips to 33,232
1 year, 8 months ago

Covid-19 update: India reports over 3,600 fresh cases, active infection dips to 33,232

India TV News  

Covid-19 update: India has recorded 3,611 new coronavirus infections, while the active cases have dipped to 33,232 from 36,244, according to the Union Health Ministry data updated today. The active cases now comprise 0.07 per cent of the total infections, while the national COVID-19 recovery rate has been recorded at 98.74 per cent, the ministry said. Vaccination data : According …

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 Updates: India logs 7,533 new infections; active cases drop to 53,852
1 year, 8 months ago

Covid-19 Updates: India logs 7,533 new infections; active cases drop to 53,852

India TV News  

Covid-19 Updates: India on Friday logged a total of 7,533 new coronavirus infections, raising the tally to 4.49 crore. Recovery rate recorded at 98.69 percent The active cases now comprise 0.12 per cent of the total infections, it said. India has so far recorded a total of 4.49 crore Covid cases. According to the ministry's website, a total of 220.66 …

COVID-19: India records over 9,600 fresh cases in last 24 hours, active tally dips to 61,013
1 year, 8 months ago

COVID-19: India records over 9,600 fresh cases in last 24 hours, active tally dips to 61,013

India TV News  

COVID-19: India has logged 9,629 new coronavirus infections, while the active cases have decreased to 61,013 from 63,380, according to the Union Health Ministry data updated on Wednesday. Active case tally: The active cases now comprise 0.14 per cent of the total infections, while the national COVID-19 recovery rate has been recorded at 98.68 per cent, the ministry said. The …

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 Covid cases surpass 10,000 today; Here’s state-wise trend
1 year, 8 months ago

India Covid cases surpass 10,000 today; Here’s state-wise trend

Live Mint  

After six days of a nationwide falling trend in Covid cases, India reported a hike on Wednesday with 10,542 new infections. MUMBAI On Tuesday, Mumbai reported 220 new Covid cases, crossing the 200-mark after a gap of two days, taking the overall tally to 11,60,902. HARYANA Haryana reported 898 fresh Covid-19 cases and one death, according to a health department …

COVID-19: India reports 10,542 fresh cases in last 24 hours, active tally rises to 63,562
1 year, 8 months ago

COVID-19: India reports 10,542 fresh cases in last 24 hours, active tally rises to 63,562

India TV News  

COVID-19 updates: India has logged 10,542 new coronavirus infections, while the active cases have increased to 63,562, according to the Union Health Ministry data updated on Wednesday. The Covid case tally was recorded at 4.47 crore The daily positivity rate was recorded at 4.39 per cent and the weekly positivity rate was pegged at 5.1 per cent. Active case tally: …

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 …

India’s daily Covid tally drops below 10k-mark with 9,111 new cases in 24 hours
1 year, 8 months ago

India’s daily Covid tally drops below 10k-mark with 9,111 new cases in 24 hours

Live Mint  

India has registered a single-day rise of 9,111 new coronavirus infections, and the count of active cases in the country has increased to 60,313, according to Union Health Ministry data updated on Monday. The daily positivity was recorded at 8.40 per cent and the weekly positivity rate was pegged at 4.94 per cent. The count of active cases now comprises …

Many Asian Nations Seeing Covid Rise, India, Singapore on List. Are Countries Planning Curbs?
1 year, 8 months ago

Many Asian Nations Seeing Covid Rise, India, Singapore on List. Are Countries Planning Curbs?

News 18  

A recent spike in Covid-19 cases is seen among Asian nations with the fresh wave exerting pressure on the healthcare systems. India, on the other hand, has touched daily cases of 10,000, the highest in nearly eight months, while Indonesia’s caseload is near a four-month high, Bloomberg reported. Medical experts have said the virus’ new XBB.1.16 variant could be driving …

Andhra Pradesh: We better mask up as COVID-19 cases rise
1 year, 8 months ago

Andhra Pradesh: We better mask up as COVID-19 cases rise

The Hindu  

It’s ironic that most of us no longer follow COVID precautions like wearing masks even though COVID-19 cases are on the rise in the country. However, the increasing number of cases in other States, the fatalities reported in a few States, calls for adherence to COVID-19 protocols like wearing masks, observing social distancing and frequent sanitisation of hands, opine doctors …

New covid cases cross 10k; may keep rising for 12 days
1 year, 8 months ago

New covid cases cross 10k; may keep rising for 12 days

Live Mint  

Coronavirus infections continue to rise across India, with 10,158 new cases detected in the preceding 24 hours, the highest since July 2022. Scientists said cases may keep rising for the next 10-12 days before they settle down. “Covid is an endemic infection now, and it will continue to come and go,” said Nivedita Gupta, senior scientist and head of the …

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 …

India sees over 7,800 COVID cases in a day reported on April 12, 2023
1 year, 8 months ago

India sees over 7,800 COVID cases in a day reported on April 12, 2023

The Hindu  

Omicron XBB and its variants are responsible for the current surge in COVID-19 cases, but this is not a cause for worry as the severity of this variant is currently below average, with less hospitalisation, a senior Health Ministry official said on April 12. The Health Ministry source said that the current surge is not a “wave” but rather an …

Covid in India becoming endemic, cases to surge in next 10 days, say officials
1 year, 8 months ago

Covid in India becoming endemic, cases to surge in next 10 days, say officials

Live Mint  

Amid the recent XBB.1.16 surge, sources close to the government said that the new COVID cases will keep rising for the next 10-12 days but it will start subsiding soon after that. India logged nearly 8,000 COVID cases India recorded 7,830 new cornonavirus cases on Wednesday, marking a sharp jump from yesterday when 5675 cases were reported, according to data …

India records 7,830 new COVID-19 cases, highest in over 7 months
1 year, 8 months ago

India records 7,830 new COVID-19 cases, highest in over 7 months

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: India has registered a single-day rise of 7,830 new coronavirus infections, the highest in 223 days, and the count of active cases in the country has increased to 40,215, according to Union Health Ministry data updated on Wednesday. The death toll due to the disease has increased to 5,31,016 with 16 new fatalities being reported –two each in …

India records 7,830 new COVID-19 cases, highest in over 7 months
1 year, 8 months ago

India records 7,830 new COVID-19 cases, highest in over 7 months

The Hindu  

India has registered a single-day rise of 7,830 new coronavirus infections, the highest in 223 days, and the count of active cases in the country has increased to 40,215, according to Union Health Ministry data updated on April 12, 2023. The death toll due to the disease has increased to 5,31,016 with 16 new fatalities being reported— two each in …

India logs 5,880 new COVID cases, active infections rise to 35,199
1 year, 9 months ago

India logs 5,880 new COVID cases, active infections rise to 35,199

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: India logged 5,880 new coronavirus cases, while the active cases have increased to 35,199, according to the Union Health Ministry data updated on Monday. The daily positivity rate was recorded at 6.91 per cent while the weekly positivity rate was pegged at 3.67 per cent. The Covid case tally was recorded at 4.47 crore The active cases now …

Daily COVID cases cross 6000-mark in India, positivity rate at 3.39%
1 year, 9 months ago

Daily COVID cases cross 6000-mark in India, positivity rate at 3.39%

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: India has logged 6,050 fresh coronavirus cases, the highest in 203 days, while the active cases have increased to 28,303, according to Union health ministry data updated on Friday. The daily positivity rate has been recorded at 3.39 per cent and the weekly positivity rate at 3.02 per cent, it said. The total tally of Covid cases stands …

XBB.1.16 Accounting for 38.2% of Covid-19 Infection in India, Says INSACOG
1 year, 9 months ago

XBB.1.16 Accounting for 38.2% of Covid-19 Infection in India, Says INSACOG

News 18  

The newly emerged recombinant coronavirus variant XBB.1.16 has been observed in different parts of the country, accounting for 38.2 per cent of the infection till date, according to the latest INSACOG bulletin. The bulletin of March 27, which was released on Thursday, said among the samples collected till the third week of March 2023, XBB continued to be the most …

Covid-19 scare: India logs over 3,000 new cases with daily positivity rate at 6.1% | Check active cases tally
1 year, 9 months ago

Covid-19 scare: India logs over 3,000 new cases with daily positivity rate at 6.1% | Check active cases tally

India TV News  

Covid in India: Amid the rising coronavirus cases in the country, India logged 3,038 fresh infections, taking the active cases tally to 21,179. As per the Union health ministry, the daily positivity rate of Covid-19 currently stands at 6.1% The Covid case tally was recorded at 4.47 crore. The active cases now comprise 0.05 per cent of the total infections …

India reports 3,095 Covid cases in 24 hours, highest in 2023
1 year, 9 months ago

India reports 3,095 Covid cases in 24 hours, highest in 2023

Live Mint  

India sees another single-day rise of 3,095 fresh coronavirus cases in past 24 hours, data by the Union health ministry stated on 31 March. As per ministry's data, the daily positivity rate has been recorded at 2.61 per cent and the weekly positivity rate at 1.91 percent. Meanwhile, the Delhi government is closely monitoring the Covid-19 situation in the national …

India witnesses 3,016 fresh COVID-19 cases, highest in nearly six months
1 year, 9 months ago

India witnesses 3,016 fresh COVID-19 cases, highest in nearly six months

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: India saw a single-day rise of 3,016 fresh coronavirus cases, the highest in nearly six months, while the active cases increased to 13,509, according to the Union health ministry data updated on Thursday. According to the ministry data updated at 8 am, the daily positivity was recorded at 2.73 per cent, while the weekly positivity was pegged at …

On Covid, India has no need to worry yet
1 year, 9 months ago

On Covid, India has no need to worry yet

Hindustan Times  

Every Covid wave is preceded by what at first seems like drops turning into a trickle of infections. Today, a steady but small increase in recorded cases has prompted the question: Is Covid back? Is the trickle of cases being recorded in several parts of the country the same sort of a sign that preceded the Omicron variant and the …

India records over 1,800 Covid cases for 2nd day, Maharashtra contributes 397 infections
1 year, 9 months ago

India records over 1,800 Covid cases for 2nd day, Maharashtra contributes 397 infections

India Today  

India recorded 1,805 fresh coronavirus cases on Sunday, taking the tally of active coronavirus cases to 10,300. Maharashtra biggest contributor Maharashtra on Sunday reported 397 new Covid-19 cases, registering a drop of 40 cases as compared to the previous day, taking the overall infection count to 81,41,854, a health official said. UTTAR PRADESH Uttar Pradesh recorded a total of 62 …

Coronavirus Alert! India logs 1,805 new Covid-19 cases, active tally at 10,300
1 year, 9 months ago

Coronavirus Alert! India logs 1,805 new Covid-19 cases, active tally at 10,300

India TV News  

Coronavirus Alert: Once again, India is witnessing a spike in covid-19 cases. Union Health Ministry data reflects that India has logged 1,805 new coronavirus cases on Monday. Active tally at 10,300 The daily positivity rate has been recorded at 3.19 per cent and the weekly positivity rate at 1.39 per cent. National Covid recovery rate recorded at 98.79 per cent …

India records 1,890 new COVID-19 cases, highest in 149 days
1 year, 9 months ago

India records 1,890 new COVID-19 cases, highest in 149 days

The Hindu  

India logged 1,890 new coronavirus cases, the highest in 149 days, while the active cases increased to 9,433, according to the Union Health Ministry data updated on March 26. The country had recorded 2,208 cases in a single day on October 28 last year. The active cases now comprises 0.02% of the total infections, while the national COVID-19 recovery rate …

Explained | Should India worry about rising COVID-19 cases?
1 year, 9 months ago

Explained | Should India worry about rising COVID-19 cases?

The Hindu  

The story so far: Prime Minister Narendra Modi this week convened a high-level meeting of the COVID-19 task force. As of March 23, India officially reported 1,300 new coronavirus cases over a 24-hour period bringing the overall tally of active cases to 7,605. Editorial |No cause for alarm: On the Omicron recombinant XBB.1.16 in India He emphasised the need to …

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