Rajasthan eases Covid-19 curbs, allows religious events; night curfew stays
3 years, 2 months ago

Rajasthan eases Covid-19 curbs, allows religious events; night curfew stays

Hindustan Times  

The Rajasthan government on Monday issued revised guidelines to curb the spread of the coronavirus disease in the state, giving permission to hold religious events, with not more than 200 people allowed to attend such programmes. In an order, the state home department said that such gatherings can take place by informing the district administration in advance, adding that all the attendees should have taken at least the first dose of a Covid-19 vaccine. Hawa Mahal in Jaipur Events such as animal fairs can also be organised with prior knowledge of the administration, news agency ANI reported, citing the government order. On Sunday, four more people tested positive for the viral illness in Rajasthan, taking the cumulative infection tally to 954,359, according to a health department bulletin.

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Start Wearing Masks, Says Health Minister
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Start Wearing Masks, Says Health Minister

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: Health minister Damodar Rajanarasimha on Wednesday urged the public to start wearing masks in public places and follow social distance protocols, while chairing a review on Covid-19 control in the state in the wake of the emergence of the JN.1 variant. The minister said that people experiencing Covid-like symptoms must visit a doctor, get advice and get themselves tested …

One-week home isolation for Covid patients in Karnataka: Minster
11 months, 4 weeks ago

One-week home isolation for Covid patients in Karnataka: Minster

Hindustan Times  

State health minister Dinesh Gundu Rao on Tuesday said that those testing positive for Covid-19 in the state will have to undergo home quarantine for a week. Currently, there are 436 active Covid-19 cases, with those who tested positive placed under home isolation, closely monitored by health officials. At least three people have died due to Jn.1 variant of Covid-19 …

Covid19: India logs in 628 fresh infections, Kerala sees 128 cases
1 year ago

Covid19: India logs in 628 fresh infections, Kerala sees 128 cases

India TV News  

India logged 628 new Covid19 infections while Kerala reported 128 fresh cases and one death due to the disease in the last 24 hours, according to Union Health Ministry data. The number of people who have recuperated from the disease has risen to 4,44,71,860 while the national recovery rate stands at 98.81 per cent, according to the health ministry website. …

Rajasthan reports 11 fresh Covid-19 cases in last 24 hours
1 year ago

Rajasthan reports 11 fresh Covid-19 cases in last 24 hours

Hindustan Times  

Rajasthan has reported 11 fresh COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours. The state has witnessed seven cases in Jaipur and one each in the Alwar, Kota, Dausa and Sawai Madhopur districts, according to an official statement issued by the state health department. Meanwhile, a total of 656 cases of COVID-19 subvariant JN.1 and one death have been reported in …

Jharkhand prepared for any spurt in Covid-19 cases, says health official
1 year ago

Jharkhand prepared for any spurt in Covid-19 cases, says health official

Hindustan Times  

Jharkhand is prepared to deal with any spurt in COVID-19 cases, although the situation is presently under control, a health official said on Saturday. "In view of a rising number of coronavirus cases in some states, the Jharkhand health department has already conducted mock drills of functioning of oxygen plants and reviewed the number of beds available with oxygen support, …

‘People need not panic over surge in Covid cases, precautions need to be taken’: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah
1 year ago

‘People need not panic over surge in Covid cases, precautions need to be taken’: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah

Hindustan Times  

As the Union Health Ministry has issued a new alert for COVID-19 amid the surge in cases across the country, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said on Thursday that people need not panic and that precautions need to be taken to avoid the risk. The Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare, Mansukh Mandaviya, chaired a high-level meeting on Wednesday to …

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 …

Centre writes to States, advises them to maintain vigil amid uptick in COVID-19 cases
1 year ago

Centre writes to States, advises them to maintain vigil amid uptick in COVID-19 cases

The Hindu  

The Union Health Ministry has asked all States to maintain constant vigil over the COVID-19 situation in the country in view of the upcoming festive season and recent surge in cases in some parts of the country. The Health Ministry has in its letter noted that considering the upcoming festive season, States are advised to put in place requisite public …

COVID-19 scare: Masks mandatory for seniors, people with comorbidities and those with COVID-19 like symptoms in Karnataka
1 year ago

COVID-19 scare: Masks mandatory for seniors, people with comorbidities and those with COVID-19 like symptoms in Karnataka

The Hindu  

In the wake of COVID-19 scare in Kerala following the detection of a sub-variant, the Karnataka government has made wearing of masks mandatory in public places for people above 60 years, those with comorbidities like heart and kidney disease, and those with COVID-19 like symptoms of cold and cough, as a precautionary measure to combat the infection. Minister for Health …

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 …

Wear Masks, Maintain Social Distance: JNU Issues COVID-19 Advisory
1 year, 8 months ago

Wear Masks, Maintain Social Distance: JNU Issues COVID-19 Advisory

News 18  

Amid the rise in COVID-19 cases, Jawaharlal Nehru University has released a set of guidelines considering the safety and well-being of the students, staff, and campus residents. “In view of the surge in cases of Covid-19, and keeping in mind well being and safety of students/staff and campus residents, all stakeholders of the university are hereby requested to strictly adhere …

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 …

Ready, or not: The Hindu Editorial on rising numbers of COVID-19 cases and India’s state of preparedness
1 year, 8 months ago

Ready, or not: The Hindu Editorial on rising numbers of COVID-19 cases and India’s state of preparedness

The Hindu  

The better part of management is preparedness. On April 12, a total of 7,830 new cases were reported in a 24-hour period, according to the Union Health Ministry’s data, possibly the highest in over 200 days. However, health systems can scarcely afford to be under prepared, especially considering the recent traumatic experience of a raging pandemic taking a huge toll. …

Covid protocols revived in Lucknow, other UP districts amid spurt in cases
1 year, 8 months ago

Covid protocols revived in Lucknow, other UP districts amid spurt in cases

Hindustan Times  

LUCKNOW Amid a spurt in Covid cases in many districts of UP, the district administration on Wednesday issued guidelines for offices, schools, colleges, hospitals, marriage halls and public places. Anyone can inform about any Covid positive patient on telephone number 0522-4523000 of the Integrated Covid Command and Control Centre. Covid protocols like masks, social distancing in marriage ceremonies and other …

Few Indian states reinstate Covid curbs amid rapid rise in cases
1 year, 8 months ago

Few Indian states reinstate Covid curbs amid rapid rise in cases

Firstpost  

New Delhi: Several states in India have reinstated COVID rules, including making masks mandatory, after most parts of the country witnessed a rapid rise in cases in the past few days. Earlier this week, India’s Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya held a COVID review meeting where he urged states to stay alert and review their emergency preparedness in case the situation …

Haryana Govt makes wearing face masks mandatory in public places
1 year, 8 months ago

Haryana Govt makes wearing face masks mandatory in public places

Deccan Chronicle  

Chandigarh : Amid a surge in Covid-19 cases, the Haryana government made wearing face masks mandatory in public places, said a bulletin issued by the Haryana Health Department on Saturday. The statement said, "It is intimated that in a meeting held under the chairmanship of Hon'ble Health Minister, Haryana on 03.04.2023, it has been observed that there is a significant …

Covid 19 scare: India logs 5,357 fresh Covid cases; active tally at 32,814
1 year, 8 months ago

Covid 19 scare: India logs 5,357 fresh Covid cases; active tally at 32,814

India TV News  

Covid19 Cases : India logged 5,357 fresh cases of coronavirus while 11 deaths, Union Health Ministry data informed on Sunday. The Covid case tally was recorded at 4.47 crore The active cases now comprise 0.07 per cent of the total infections, while the national COVID-19 recovery rate was recorded at 98.74 per cent, the ministry said. UP govt makes testing …

Battle against COVID-19! THESE states roll out major guidelines to combat infection
1 year, 8 months ago

Battle against COVID-19! THESE states roll out major guidelines to combat infection

India TV News  

Battle against Covid-19: Fresh covid-19 cases are brewing troubles in the country. “The state government is monitoring the situation amidst the rise in COVID-19 and influenza cases in the country,” the chief minister said, adding that people will have to take precautions while the government has already issued an advisory. Haryana Amid a surge in Covid-19 cases, the Haryana government …

Four test positive for Covid-19 in Saharanpur
1 year, 8 months ago

Four test positive for Covid-19 in Saharanpur

Hindustan Times  

Saharanpur district is witnessing a surge in Covid-19 cases these days. District surveillance officer Dr Shivanka Gaur said among the 16 active cases, three are from Chandigarh, Haridwar and other locations who arrived here and tested positive during ongoing testing at public places. Dr Gaur said the health department conducts 1,000 to 1,100 tests per day at railway station, bus …

DC Edit | Masks advisable as Covid could disrupt lives again
1 year, 8 months ago

DC Edit | Masks advisable as Covid could disrupt lives again

Deccan Chronicle  

Covid-19 is back in the news not just as a regular rejoinder but as a potential disruptor. The Union government must revisit the Covid protocols and prod state governments to decide what is to be introduced now. Several waves of the pandemic and different variants of the virus that have visited humanity in the last three years have given us …

Mask mandatory in this Maharashtra district amid spike in Covid cases
1 year, 8 months ago

Mask mandatory in this Maharashtra district amid spike in Covid cases

Live Mint  

Amid spike in COVID-19 and influenza cases in Maharashtra, the Satara district administration has made wearing of mask compulsory for employees and officials working in government and semi-government offices, colleges, and banks, news agency PTI reported. The collector also appealed to residents in the district to use masks and maintain social distancing, and hand hygiene in crowded places such as …

Ggm health dept asks residents to follow Covid appropriate behaviour
1 year, 8 months ago

Ggm health dept asks residents to follow Covid appropriate behaviour

Hindustan Times  

Gurugram: The district health department on Sunday has asked residents to adopt Covid-19 appropriate behaviour with a sudden spurt in cases. India saw a sharp jump in the number of active Covid-19 cases as it logged 3,824 cases in the past 24 hours as per the data shared by Health Ministry. The city on Sunday reported 99 fresh Covid-19 cases, …

Covid Status Check: Masks Are Back, States on High Alert; UP, Kerala Mull New Strategies
1 year, 8 months ago

Covid Status Check: Masks Are Back, States on High Alert; UP, Kerala Mull New Strategies

News 18  

Covid cases in India have seen a spike the past month, with a 40% jump in daily cases on March 30. According to the World Health Organisation, the highest proportional increase of new Covid cases was observed in India, in the Southeast Asia Region from February 27 to March 26, 2023. Uttar Pradesh The Yogi Adityanath government in Uttar Pradesh …

Covid cases record another high, Haryana issues new guidelines: Top developments
1 year, 8 months ago

Covid cases record another high, Haryana issues new guidelines: Top developments

Live Mint  

India has been witnessing a steady rise in Covid-19 cases for the last few days and is recording new daily highs which is causing the health officials to take the note of the coronavirus situation in the country. 73 pc A total of 3016 new Covid cases were recorded in the last 24 hours across the country with a daily …

COVID-19: Active cases increasing in Himachal Pradesh, informs CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu
1 year, 8 months ago

COVID-19: Active cases increasing in Himachal Pradesh, informs CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu

India TV News  

COVID cases in Himachal Pradesh: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu today said that COVID-19 active cases are increasing in the state however the situation is not alarming adding that precautionary measures are being taken by the state government. The CM said, "Total active cases have increased in the state and these active positive cases are increasing each day. …

Covid claims another life, Chandigarh health dept advises caution
1 year, 8 months ago

Covid claims another life, Chandigarh health dept advises caution

Hindustan Times  

A day after an 88-year-old man became the latest Covid-19 fatality in Chandigarh, the health department came out with an advisory on Monday, cautioning residents to strictly adhere to Covid-appropriate behaviour to avoid another surge in cases. Chandigarh reported five fresh Covid-19 infections on Monday, pushing the active cases to 33. Eight-fold rise in active cases in three weeks In …

Maharashtra reports 343 new Covid-19 cases, three deaths
1 year, 9 months ago

Maharashtra reports 343 new Covid-19 cases, three deaths

India Today  

Maharashtra on Friday reported 343 new coronavirus infections and three deaths, the health department said. As per the report, Pune administrative circle reported the highest, 136 new cases, followed by 133 cases in Mumbai circle, 27 cases in Nashik circle, 18 cases in Kolhapur circle, 13 cases in Aurangabad circle, six cases each in Nagpur and Latur circles, and four …

PM Modi chairs high-level meet as India sees COVID-19 spike: Should we worry?
1 year, 9 months ago

PM Modi chairs high-level meet as India sees COVID-19 spike: Should we worry?

Firstpost  

India in recent days has witnessed a spike in COVID-19 cases. Let’s take a closer look: COVID cases spike According to Union Health Ministry data, India registered 1,134 new coronavirus cases on Wednesday, while active cases surged to 7,026. COVID review meet: PM stresses on wearing masks, testing as cases spike According to data, the daily positivity rate was 1.09 …

4 Australian tourists test Covid positive in Rajasthan, India sees 618 fresh infections, 5 deaths
1 year, 9 months ago

4 Australian tourists test Covid positive in Rajasthan, India sees 618 fresh infections, 5 deaths

India Today  

India reported 618 fresh Covid-19 cases and five deaths in the last 24 hours, according to the data shared by the Union health ministry. Meanwhile, four Australian tourists were kept under observation at Rajasthan University of Health Sciences hospital in Jaipur as a precautionary measure after they tested Covid positive. Data shared by the health ministry show there are 15 …

COVID-19 guidelines: Uttarakhand makes 'mask' compulsory in schools amid rising cases
1 year, 11 months ago

COVID-19 guidelines: Uttarakhand makes 'mask' compulsory in schools amid rising cases

India TV News  

Uttarakhand COVID-19 guidelines : The state of Uttarakhand has made mask compulsory in schools amid rising COVID-19 cases in many countries of the world. According to the data shared by the Union Health Ministry today, the total recovery rate reached at around 98.80 per cent and total recoveries data reached to 4,41,43,665. The total active cases of COVID-19 in India …

Karnataka govt issues Covid-19 guidelines amid surge in global cases | Details here
1 year, 11 months ago

Karnataka govt issues Covid-19 guidelines amid surge in global cases | Details here

India Today  

The Karnataka government has issued new guidelines on tackling Covid-19 infections in the state amid the global surge in cases. On Monday, Karnataka chief minister Basavaraj Bommai said that preventive measures for Covid-19 will be implemented step-by-step across the state. “The current Covid situation was discussed at the cabinet meeting today, about the need to create awareness among the public …

Coronavirus updates Highlights: Tamil Nadu steps up vigil, screens 37 international passengers for Covid
2 years ago

Coronavirus updates Highlights: Tamil Nadu steps up vigil, screens 37 international passengers for Covid

Hindustan Times  

India has issued an advisory to check spread of Covid-19, which includes random sampling of 2 per cent of foreign passengers, a rule that comes into effect on Saturday, December 24, 2022. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union health minister Mansukh Mandaviya - both of whom held separate review meetings this week - have reiterated that the pandemic is not …

Covid News Updates: No Pandemic Curbs in Goa till Jan 2; Centre Warns Against Overcrowding Ahead of Festive Season
2 years ago

Covid News Updates: No Pandemic Curbs in Goa till Jan 2; Centre Warns Against Overcrowding Ahead of Festive Season

News 18  

Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya asked States to strengthen surveillance systems, ramp up testing and ensure readiness of hospital infrastructure during a meeting with state health ministers on Friday regarding the Covid-19 situation in India. Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya will visit a government hospital in Delhi on Tuesday for a mock drill to review the emergency response in place …

As Christmas festivities begin, Goa govt advises COVID-19 appropriate behaviour, says no need to panic
2 years ago

As Christmas festivities begin, Goa govt advises COVID-19 appropriate behaviour, says no need to panic

The Hindu  

As Goa gears up to ring in the Christmas and New Year festivities amid a rise in COVID-19 cases in some countries, the State government on Friday appealed to the people not to panic, but to take necessary precautions. Speaking to reporters after chairing a meeting with officials, state Health Minister Vishwajit Rane said the Union government has asked the …

Indian Medical Association advises people to avoid public gatherings, international travel amid fresh Covid-19 scare
2 years ago

Indian Medical Association advises people to avoid public gatherings, international travel amid fresh Covid-19 scare

Hindustan Times  

The Indian Medical Association has advised people to avoid public gatherings such as wedding ceremonies, political or social meetings as well as international travel amid a rising number of Covid-19 cases in some countries, including China. Indian Medical Association advises people to avoid public gatherings, international travel amid fresh Covid-19 scare In an advisory issued on Thursday, the IMA also …

Covid Alert: Statewise list of precautions undertaken to intensify preparations
2 years ago

Covid Alert: Statewise list of precautions undertaken to intensify preparations

Live Mint  

Covid-19 situation in China has become a source of concern for the world, with researchers predicting a rise in death toll to millions amid fears that new mutants could emerge as a new wave of infections quickly spreads throughout the vast country. Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya will also hold a meeting with the health ministers of states and Union …

COVID-19: Bihar fully prepared to handle cases surge, says Tejashwi Yadav
2 years ago

COVID-19: Bihar fully prepared to handle cases surge, says Tejashwi Yadav

India TV News  

COVID-19 : Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Tejashwi Yadav asserted that the state government is fully prepared to handle a surge in COVID-19 cases. Yadav, who holds the health portfolio, reviewed the COVID situation in the state with health officials, civil surgeons, and directors of medical colleges on Thursday, asking them to gear up in case of an outbreak of the …

COVID-19 | Step up surveillance, wear masks, says Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya amid Covid concerns
2 years ago

COVID-19 | Step up surveillance, wear masks, says Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya amid Covid concerns

The Hindu  

Amid a spurt in Covid cases in some parts of the world, Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on December 22 asked States to remain alert and create awareness about wearing face masks and using hand sanitisers, especially in view of upcoming festivals and New Year celebrations. Making a statement in Lok Sabha, Mr. Mandaviya said the continuously evolving nature of …

Covid not over yet; need to be alert, increase booster doses uptake: Mandaviya tells Parliament
2 years ago

Covid not over yet; need to be alert, increase booster doses uptake: Mandaviya tells Parliament

Live Mint  

New Delhi: With covid-19 cases surging in China, health minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Thursday urged all members of Parliament to help spread community awareness about the pandemic and the need to remain alert. Presently 153 new cases on an average are being reported daily across the country, but globally approximately 5.87 lakh new cases are still being reported on an …

PM Modi to review Covid-19 situation at high-level meeting today
2 years ago

PM Modi to review Covid-19 situation at high-level meeting today

Live Mint  

PM Narendra Modi to review the situation related to Covid-19 and related aspects in the country at a high-level meeting today afternoon, news agency ANI reported. The meeting comes a day after Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya reviewed the situation and asked people to follow Covid-appropriate behaviour, including wearing masks in crowded places, and getting vaccinated. Coronavirus: Catch all the …

COVID-19 update: India records 185 fresh cases in last 24 hours, active cases come down to 3,402
2 years ago

COVID-19 update: India records 185 fresh cases in last 24 hours, active cases come down to 3,402

India TV News  

COVID-19 cases in India : India recorded 185 new cases of the novel coronavirus in the past 24 hours. According to the data shared by the Union Health Ministry today, the total recovery rate reached at around 98.80 per cent and total recoveries data reached to 4,41,42,432. The total active cases of COVID-19 in India have decreased to 3,402, the …

Follow COVID-19 protocol or postpone Bharat Jodo Yatra, Health Minister Mandaviya urges Rahul Gandhi
2 years ago

Follow COVID-19 protocol or postpone Bharat Jodo Yatra, Health Minister Mandaviya urges Rahul Gandhi

The Hindu  

A raging controversy has broken out between the Bharatiya Janata Party -led Central government and the Congress over Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya’s letter to Congress MP Rahul Gandhi, that he must either follow strict COVID-19 guidelines or suspend his Bharat Jodo Yatra in the “interest of the country.” Mr. Mandaviya had written a letter to Congress MP Rahul Gandhi …

COVID-19: India reports 1,132 fresh cases in last 24 hours, active cases come down to 14,839
2 years, 1 month ago

COVID-19: India reports 1,132 fresh cases in last 24 hours, active cases come down to 14,839

India TV News  

Highlights A decrease of total 361 cases has been recorded in active COVID-19 caseload in a span of 24 hours The total death toll in the country is now at 5,30,500 The total active cases of COVID-19 in India have decreased to 14,839 on Sunday COVID-19 cases in India : India recorded 1,132 new cases of the novel coronavirus in …

COVID-19: India reports 1,082 fresh cases in last 24 hours, active cases come down to 15,200
2 years, 1 month ago

COVID-19: India reports 1,082 fresh cases in last 24 hours, active cases come down to 15,200

India TV News  

Highlights A decrease of total 505 cases has been recorded in active COVID-19 caseload in a span of 24 hours The total active cases of COVID-19 in India have decreased to 15,200 The total death toll in the country is now at 5,30,486 COVID-19 cases in India: India recorded 1,082 new cases of the novel coronavirus in the past 24 …

COVID-19: India reports 1,321 fresh cases in last 24 hours, active cases come down to 16,098
2 years, 1 month ago

COVID-19: India reports 1,321 fresh cases in last 24 hours, active cases come down to 16,098

India TV News  

Highlights A decrease of total 145 cases has been recorded in active COVID-19 caseload in a span of 24 hours The total death toll in the country is now at 5,30,461 The total active cases of COVID-19 in India have decreased to 16,098 COVID-19 cases in India : India recorded 1,321 new cases of the novel coronavirus in the past …

COVID-19: India reports 1,574 fresh cases in last 24 hours, active cases come down to 18,802
2 years, 1 month ago

COVID-19: India reports 1,574 fresh cases in last 24 hours, active cases come down to 18,802

India TV News  

Highlights A decrease of total 596 cases has been recorded in the active COVID-19 caseload in a span of 24 hrs The total death toll in the country is now at 5,29,008 The total active cases of COVID-19 in India have decreased to 18,802 COVID-19 cases in India : India recorded 1,574 new cases of the novel coronavirus in the …

Karnataka govt issues advisory after detection of new COVID sub-variants in Maharashtra
2 years, 1 month ago

Karnataka govt issues advisory after detection of new COVID sub-variants in Maharashtra

India TV News  

In view of the detection of newer sub-variants of Coronavirus in Maharashtra, the Karnataka government has issued an advisory urging the people of the state to adhere to COVID-19 appropriate behaviour. "In view of reporting newer sub-variants of Omicron BQ.1 BA.2.3.20 apart from XBB, which is a recombinant of BA.2.75 and BJ.1 in Maharashtra and in the context of the …

Avoid going out: Expert warns elderly people as new COVID variant causes alarm
2 years, 2 months ago

Avoid going out: Expert warns elderly people as new COVID variant causes alarm

Live Mint  

Dr. Randeep Guleria, a former director of the Delhi AIIMS, has asked the general public to adopt COVID-appropriate behaviour in light of the recent reports of a highly-contagious new COVID-19 variant in India. The decision to continue masks and COVID19-appropriate behaviour nationwide was made following a high-level meeting between Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya and senior health officials on October …

Maharashtra warns of COVID spike ahead of festive season, cautions against new Omicron subvariant
2 years, 2 months ago

Maharashtra warns of COVID spike ahead of festive season, cautions against new Omicron subvariant

Firstpost  

The Maharashtra health department has cautioned that COVID-19 cases could rise, especially during winter and the festive season, citing new variants like BA.2.3.20 and BQ.1 reported from the state Mumbai: The Mumbai civic body on Tuesday issued an advisory urging citizens to adhere to COVID-19-appropriate behaviour during the upcoming festive season to prevent a spike in cases. The Maharashtra health …

Festival Season a 'Critical Period', Says BMC; Asks Citizens to Follow COVID-19 Protocols
2 years, 2 months ago

Festival Season a 'Critical Period', Says BMC; Asks Citizens to Follow COVID-19 Protocols

News 18  

The Mumbai civic body on Tuesday issued an advisory urging citizens to adhere to COVID-19-appropriate behaviour during the upcoming festive season to prevent a spike in cases. The Maharashtra health department has cautioned that COVID-19 cases could rise, especially during winters and the festive season, citing new variants like BA.2.3.20 and BQ.1 reported from the state. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation …

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