Omicron In Mumbai: BMC Issues Warning For Those Violating Coronavirus COVID-19 Norms Ahead Of Christmas, New Year Eve
3 years ago

Omicron In Mumbai: BMC Issues Warning For Those Violating Coronavirus COVID-19 Norms Ahead Of Christmas, New Year Eve

ABP News  

New Delhi: Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation commissioner Iqbal Singh Chahal on Saturday said that ward-level squads will be formed to take action against COVID-19 protocol violators in Mumbai. As the Christmas-New Year festival season approaches amid the scare from the new Omicron variant of coronavirus, he said people in Mumbai must avoid crowding in hotels, restaurants, cinemas, malls. Guidelines issued by the Maharashtra government on November 27 as well as Mumbai police notifications warning of action against violators under IPC and Epidemic Diseases Act must be followed strictly by people, he added. Asking all stakeholders to adhere to guidelines strictly, Iqbal Singh Chahal further said that “in the near future, the risk of COVID-19 virus spread may increase if ceremonies and functions are held on the occasion of Christmas and New Year.

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More hospitals are requiring masks as flu and COVID-19 cases surge
1 year ago

More hospitals are requiring masks as flu and COVID-19 cases surge

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — More U.S. hospitals are requiring masks and limiting visitors as health officials face an expected but still nasty post-holiday spike in flu, COVID-19 and other illnesses. “What we’re seeing right now, in the first week of January, is really an acceleration — of flu cases, in particular,” said Dr. Mandy Cohen, director of the Centers for Disease …

New Year 2024: Top 7 precautions to take while partying amid rising Covid cases
1 year ago

New Year 2024: Top 7 precautions to take while partying amid rising Covid cases

Live Mint  

New Year is around the corner and many are prepared for the celebration but one must not forget to take precautions amid increasing numbers of reported cases of Covid's new sub-variant JN.1. As per an ANI report, Senior pulmonologist and former Safdarjung Hospital HOD, Dr Neeraj Gupta, said, "JN.1 is a variant of Omicron. While stating precautionary measures Dr Neeraj …

COVID positivity rate around 1%, no need to panic: Delhi Health Minister
1 year ago

COVID positivity rate around 1%, no need to panic: Delhi Health Minister

The Hindu  

Delhi Health Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj on Tuesday said four persons were admitted to hospitals after having tested positive for COVID-19 as of Monday, adding that there is no need to panic. We are doing about 400 tests a day and the positivity rate is around 1%, which is very low. Till last Thursday, the positivity rate in the Capital was …

'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 …

New COVID strain JN.1 is spreading fast. How worried should we be?
1 year ago

New COVID strain JN.1 is spreading fast. How worried should we be?

Al Jazeera  

The new variant has spread across 41 countries as the WHO categorises it as a ‘variant of interest’. The World Health Organization on Tuesday categorised the JN.1 as a “variant of interest”. The new variant is now being closely monitored by public health agencies across the world due to its increased transmission rate. “The new variant exhibits a greater genetic …

COVID-19 update: India reports 22 cases of Omicron sub-variant JN.1 with mild symptoms
1 year ago

COVID-19 update: India reports 22 cases of Omicron sub-variant JN.1 with mild symptoms

India TV News  

COVID-19 omicron variant: A total of at least 22 JN.1 COVID variant cases were reported in India till December 21. India today recorded 640 fresh COVID-19 infections while the number of active cases climbed to 2,997 from 2,669 the day before, according to Union Health Ministry data. WHO chief scientist Dr Soumya Swaminathan on new variant: Meanwhile, amid rising concerns …

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 …

'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 …

Highly contagious new Covid variant HV.1 spreading across US: All you need to know
1 year, 1 month ago

Highly contagious new Covid variant HV.1 spreading across US: All you need to know

Hindustan Times  

HV.1, the new highly contagious Covid-19 variant is sweeping through the United States. According to the data from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the variant was responsible for an estimated 25.2% of all the newly diagnosed cases during the two-week period ending on October 28. Dr. William Schaffner, professor of infectious diseases at Vanderbilt University Medical Center …

Is Covid variant EG.5 a threat to India?
1 year, 4 months ago

Is Covid variant EG.5 a threat to India?

India Today  

Variant EG.5, the newest subtype of Omicron, causing a surge in cases across parts of the world, has been in India since May 2023, the government has said. However, the variant has so far not been a cause of concern in India, though the World Health Organisation has classified the strain of the SARS-CoV-2 virus as a "variant of interest", …

Govt Eases Covid Guidelines for International Travellers
1 year, 5 months ago

Govt Eases Covid Guidelines for International Travellers

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: As Covid-19 cases continue to decline in the country, the Union health ministry has eased the guidelines for international visitors on Wednesday. The earlier requirement of RT-PCR testing for a random two per cent subset of international travelers has been dropped. Under the revised guidelines, all international travellers are advised to be fully vaccinated as per the approved …

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 …

Delhi reports 75 fresh COVID cases; overall 2,109 new cases in India
1 year, 7 months ago

Delhi reports 75 fresh COVID cases; overall 2,109 new cases in India

India TV News  

Delhi reported 75 fresh COVID cases with the positivity rate 4.98 per cent on Wednesday. Delhi on Tuesday logged 77 fresh COVID-19 cases with a positivity rate of 3.27 per cent and two fatalities linked to the infection, according to data shared by the city government's Health department. Active Covid cases in country dip to 21,406 India has recorded 2,109 …

India sees 1,331 new Covid-19 cases, 11 Deaths in 24 hours, active caseload falls to 22,742
1 year, 8 months ago

India sees 1,331 new Covid-19 cases, 11 Deaths in 24 hours, active caseload falls to 22,742

India TV News  

India has recorded 1,331 new COVID-19 infections while the number of active cases has decreased from 25,178 to 22,742, according to data updated on Tuesday by the Union Health Ministry. With 22,742 active cases, the total number of infections is 0.06 percent. Delhi on Monday recorded 37 new Coronavirus cases with a positivity rate of 3.89 percent and two Coronavirus …

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 …

Delhi Covid wrap: The national capital recorded over 4,000 new cases this week
1 year, 8 months ago

Delhi Covid wrap: The national capital recorded over 4,000 new cases this week

Hindustan Times  

The national capital this week recorded a steady rise in the number of fresh Covid cases with logging over 4,000 new cases this week while, the positivity rate dipped progressively as compared to Monday. Read here: Weekly Covid wrap: India's cases seesaw while positivity rate remains below 5% Delhi on Saturday reported 564 new Covid cases and one fatality with …

COVID-19: Delhi records 7 fatalities for second consecutive day; positivity rate at 16.90%
1 year, 8 months ago

COVID-19: Delhi records 7 fatalities for second consecutive day; positivity rate at 16.90%

India TV News  

Covid-19 in India: Delhi on Thursday reported seven Covid-related deaths for the second consecutive day. However, the national capital witnessed a further dip in coronavirus cases as it registered 865 fresh cases in the last 24 hours with a positivity rate of 16.90 per cent, according to data shared by the city government's health department. According to the data shared …

Delhi records 1,040 new Covid cases in last 24 hours, positivity rate at 21.16%
1 year, 8 months ago

Delhi records 1,040 new Covid cases in last 24 hours, positivity rate at 21.16%

Hindustan Times  

The number of daily Covid-19 infections in Delhi has decreased marginally on Wednesday, with 1,040 new cases reported in the last 24 hours, compared to 1,095 the previous day. The national capital, Delhi, continues to grapple with covid cases and deaths as the latest health bulletin revealed that the city recorded its highest number of fatalities this year with seven …

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 Spike: India Records 12,193 Fresh Cases; XBB.1.16 Omicron Variant Driving Surge in Maha
1 year, 8 months ago

Covid Spike: India Records 12,193 Fresh Cases; XBB.1.16 Omicron Variant Driving Surge in Maha

News 18  

India has reported 12,193 new Covid Cases over the last 24 hours. Here are key updates related to the virus: Maharashtra on Friday reported 993 Coivd cases and five deaths, which took the tally to 81,60,499 and the toll to 1,48,497, a health official said. Among other Haryana districts, Rohtak and Jind reported 89 cases each while Hisar, Panchkula and …

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 …

COVID-19: Delhi sees over 1600 new cases, positivity rate at 26.75%; Maha reports 1,113 fresh infections – India TV
1 year, 8 months ago

COVID-19: Delhi sees over 1600 new cases, positivity rate at 26.75%; Maha reports 1,113 fresh infections – India TV

India TV News  

COVID-19 surge in India: Delhi logged 1,603 fresh COVID-19 cases on Thursday, a slight decline from the earlier tally of 1,767 cases on Wednesday. Maharashtra COVID-19 cases Maharashtra reported 1,113 new Covid-19 cases and three deaths in the last 24 hours, the state health department bulletin said on Thursday. The health bulletin said since January 1 this year, the state …

Delhi logs 1,537 fresh Covid cases, positivity rate at 26.54%
1 year, 8 months ago

Delhi logs 1,537 fresh Covid cases, positivity rate at 26.54%

India Today  

Delhi logged 1,537 fresh COVID-19 cases on Tuesday with a positivity rate of 26.54 per cent, according to data shared by the city government's health department. On Monday, Delhi recorded 1,017 fresh Covid cases with a positivity rate of 32.25 per cent, the highest in more than 15 months. Delhi logged 1,634 COVID-19 cases with a positivity rate of 29.68 …

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 …

Covid-19: New infections in India soar up to 11,109 in last 24 hours; active caseload stands at 49,622
1 year, 8 months ago

Covid-19: New infections in India soar up to 11,109 in last 24 hours; active caseload stands at 49,622

India TV News  

Covid-19: The fresh infections in the last 24 hours have soared up to 11,109. On Thursday, the country witnessed a single-day rise of 10,158 coronavirus cases, the highest in nearly eight months, while 19 more deaths were recorded including four reconciled by Kerala. While three deaths each were reported from Delhi and Rajasthan, two each were from Chhattisgarh and Punjab …

AIIMS-Delhi issues advisory after staffers tested positive for Covid-19
1 year, 8 months ago

AIIMS-Delhi issues advisory after staffers tested positive for Covid-19

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: The All India Institute of Medical Sciences -Delhi has issued an advisory for its staff to follow Covid-19 appropriate behaviour after a few of them were tested positive for the infection. "Must use reusable cloth face cover/surgical mask in the workplace. Ensure proper cleaning and frequent sanitation of the workplace, particularly of the frequently touched surfaces," the AIIMS …

COVID-19 surge: No severe infection in children due to Omicron variant XBB.1.16, says Delhi Health Minister
1 year, 8 months ago

COVID-19 surge: No severe infection in children due to Omicron variant XBB.1.16, says Delhi Health Minister

India TV News  

Delhi COVID-19 surge: Amid the rise in COVID-19 cases in the national capital, Delhi Health Minister Saurabh Bhardwaj on Thursday said that there is no indication that the Omicron variant XBB.1.16 is causing severe infection among children. But there is no information coming in from experts that says that the Omicron XBB.1.16 variant infection is more severe among children. Delhi’s …

COVID-19 update: India reports over 10,000 fresh cases in last 24 hours | DETAILS
1 year, 8 months ago

COVID-19 update: India reports over 10,000 fresh cases in last 24 hours | DETAILS

India TV News  

COVID-19 update: India recorded a single-day rise of 10,158 coronavirus cases, highest in nearly eight months, according to the Union Health Ministry data. Delhi Corona cases UPDATE: Delhi's single-day COVID-19 cases count breached the 1,000-mark for the first time in over seven months on Wednesday, while the positivity rate stood at 23.8 per cent, according to data shared by the …

Doctors advise caution as Delhi's Covid positivity rate shoots up to 26.58 per cent
1 year, 8 months ago

Doctors advise caution as Delhi's Covid positivity rate shoots up to 26.58 per cent

India Today  

Medical experts advised people to follow Covid-appropriate behaviour and get booster shots of vaccines as Delhi recorded 484 fresh Covid-19 cases and three fatalities from the infection in the 24 hours ending on Monday evening. The positivity rate of the national capital stood at 26.58 per cent on Monday, meaning that nearly one in every four people tested returned a …

COVID Scare: Wearing masks mandatory in BMC-run hospitals in Mumbai
1 year, 8 months ago

COVID Scare: Wearing masks mandatory in BMC-run hospitals in Mumbai

India TV News  

Covid19 : Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation has made wearing of masks mandatory in hospitals run by the government body in view of the surge in coronavirus cases in the state. Covid cases in Maharashtra Just a day earlier, Maharashtra recorded 788 new cases of coronavirus and one fatality, which raised the tally of infections to 81,49,929 and the death toll to …

Mumbai Covid-19 rise: BMC makes masks mandatory in all civic hospitals
1 year, 8 months ago

Mumbai Covid-19 rise: BMC makes masks mandatory in all civic hospitals

India Today  

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation has made it mandatory to wear masks for employees, patients and visitors in municipal hospitals in view of the current Covid-19 situation in the city. Considering the increasing number of Covid-19 case in Mumbai, the BMC has also suggested all senior citizens above the age of 60 to wear masks as a precaution. The BMC commissioner …

Covid 19 scare: India logs 5,357 fresh Covid cases; active tally at 32,814
1 year, 9 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 …

COVID-19: Maharashtra reports over 780 new cases, Delhi logs 4 deaths in a day
1 year, 9 months ago

COVID-19: Maharashtra reports over 780 new cases, Delhi logs 4 deaths in a day

India TV News  

Delhi Covid cases: Delhi today logged 699 fresh COVID-19 cases with a positivity rate of 21.15 per cent, according to data shared by the city government's health department. Delhi saw 535 COVID-19 cases on Saturday with a positivity rate of 23.05 per cent. Maharashtra COVID-19 updates: Maharashtra today recorded 788 new cases of coronavirus and one fatality, which raised the …

Delhi records 509 fresh COVID-19 cases, positivity rate crosses 25% mark
1 year, 9 months ago

Delhi records 509 fresh COVID-19 cases, positivity rate crosses 25% mark

The Hindu  

Delhi's COVID-19 positivity rate breached the 25% mark on April 5 as the city recorded 509 fresh cases in a single day. Delhi had recorded 521 cases on April 4, the highest single-day rise since August 27 last year, and one fatality, according to data shared by the city health department. Delhi recorded 293 fresh cases on April 3 with …

COVID-19: Maharashtra reports over 800 new pandemic cases, Delhi's active tally rises to 2,060 | READ
1 year, 9 months ago

COVID-19: Maharashtra reports over 800 new pandemic cases, Delhi's active tally rises to 2,060 | READ

India TV News  

Covid-19 cases : Maharashtra today recorded 803 fresh coronavirus cases, a sharp jump of 234 from the tally a day ago, while three more patients succumbed to the infection in the state, the health department said. Delhi COVID cases: Delhi logged 606 fresh Covid cases- the highest since last August- on Thursday with a positivity rate of 16.98 per cent, …

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 …

Remain cautious and wear mask, focus should be on clinical cases: Experts on Covid surge in Delhi
1 year, 9 months ago

Remain cautious and wear mask, focus should be on clinical cases: Experts on Covid surge in Delhi

Firstpost  

Delhi recorded 416 fresh Covid cases on Saturday, the highest in over seven months, with a positivity rate of 14.37 per cent, according to data shared by the city health department New Delhi: As Delhi witnesses a sudden spurt in Covid cases, experts have stressed that there is no need to panic over the absolute numbers and the focus should …

Remain cautious and wear mask: Experts on Covid surge in Delhi
1 year, 9 months ago

Remain cautious and wear mask: Experts on Covid surge in Delhi

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: As Delhi witnesses a sudden spurt in Covid cases, experts have stressed that there is no need to panic over the absolute numbers and the focus should be on protecting the vulnerable population, especially those who are immunocompromised or have comorbidities. Delhi recorded 416 fresh Covid cases on Saturday, the highest in over seven months, with a positivity …

Active Covid-19 cases crosses 1,000 mark after five months
1 year, 9 months ago

Active Covid-19 cases crosses 1,000 mark after five months

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: Active Covid-19 cases in Mumbai crossed the 1,000-mark for the first time after October 2022. As per the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation report, the city reported 189 new Covid-19 cases taking the active cases number to 1,021. The state has been seeing a steady rise in Covid-19 cases since March first week. The state health official attributed XBB.1.16-omicron subvariant for …

Delhi issues advisory for people with Covid-like symptoms as cases go up
1 year, 9 months ago

Delhi issues advisory for people with Covid-like symptoms as cases go up

Live Mint  

As COVID cases are on the rise again, the Delhi government on Thursday issued a new advisory stating that people with flu-like symptoms and those visiting hospitals should wear masks. People visiting hospitals should wear masks," said Health Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj. On Thursday, Health Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj held a meeting to review the situation in the city, which was attended …

Covid cases record another high, Haryana issues new guidelines: Top developments
1 year, 9 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 infections jump 40% in 24 hours, Delhi govt to hold emergency meet
1 year, 9 months ago

Covid-19 infections jump 40% in 24 hours, Delhi govt to hold emergency meet

Hindustan Times  

India logged 3,016 new Covid cases in the last 24 hours, over 40% rise in daily tally, according to the Union health ministry data updated Thursday. Delhi health minister Saurabh Bhardwaj has called an emergency meeting today after 300 fresh Covid-19 cases were recorded in the national capital on Wednesday. Bhardwaj said that the emergency meeting has been called at …

Delhi logs 295 new Covid-19 cases, positivity rate at 12.48%
1 year, 9 months ago

Delhi logs 295 new Covid-19 cases, positivity rate at 12.48%

India Today  

Delhi recorded 295 fresh Covid cases on Thursday with a positivity rate of 12.48 per cent, according to data shared by the city health department. On Wednesday, the city had logged 300 cases, the first time since August 31, and two deaths while the positivity rate had mounted to 13.89 per cent. Delhi had logged 214 cases with a positivity …

Delhi health minister calls emergency meeting as Covid cases hit months-high peak
1 year, 9 months ago

Delhi health minister calls emergency meeting as Covid cases hit months-high peak

India Today  

Amid a spike in Covid cases in the national capital, Delhi's Health Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj has called for an emergency review meeting on Thursday. This comes a day after coronavirus cases in Delhi climbed to the 300-mark while the positivity rate climbed to 13.89 per cent, according to data shared by the city health department. Delhi recorded 115 fresh coronavirus …

Fresh COVID Cases Breach 200 Mark In Delhi, Positivity Rate At 11.88%
1 year, 9 months ago

Fresh COVID Cases Breach 200 Mark In Delhi, Positivity Rate At 11.88%

ABP News  

New Delhi: The national capital recorded 214 fresh cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday and breached the 200 mark for the first time since September last year while the positivity rate climbed to 11.82 per cent, as per the city’s data by the health department. Over the past few months COVID cases saw a sharp decline, which on January 16 dropped …

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 …

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 …

Mutated version of Omicron is behind spike in case, health system on alert: Govt
1 year, 9 months ago

Mutated version of Omicron is behind spike in case, health system on alert: Govt

Live Mint  

Amid a spike in the number of Covid-19 cases in India, Union Health Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya on Saturday said that currently a mutated variant of the Omicron sub-variant is spreading in the country and the health authorities are on alert. The health minister added that vaccines used by India have been found effective against all Covid-19 variants found till …

COVID-19 | Nothing to panic about, take precaution, booster shots, say doctors
1 year, 9 months ago

COVID-19 | Nothing to panic about, take precaution, booster shots, say doctors

The Hindu  

Amid a gradual increase in COVID-19 cases in Delhi in recent days, some medical experts say the new XBB.1.16 variant could be driving the rise in cases but add there's no need to panic and people should follow COVID-appropriate behaviour and get booster shots if they have not already. Over the past week, Delhi has seen a rise in daily …

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