Coronavirus: Demand for face masks, hand senitisers spikes
4 years, 10 months ago

Coronavirus: Demand for face masks, hand senitisers spikes

Hindustan Times  

Jalandhar/Bathinda/Moga The demand for surgical masks and hand senitisers has spiked amid reports of suspected coronavirus patients being quarantined at many places in the state. Bathinda civil surgeon Dr Amrik Singh said patient’s blood samples have been sent to All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Delhi. ----- ‘Flu corners’ at Golden Temple, Durgiana Temple AMRITSAR The health department on Thursday set up three ‘flu corners’ in Amritsar, urging people to get themselves tested voluntarily. Civil surgeon Dr Prabhdeep Kaur Johal said, “As a precautionary measure, the health department has set up ‘flu corners’ where anyone can contact the doctors for examination. Box Nodal officer quits job citing stress Amritsar’s district epidemiologist Dr Navdeep Kaur, who was also given the charge of nodal officer for coronavirus by the health department, resigned from her job on Thursday, citing stress.

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Hundreds of patients died after catching COVID in Victorian hospitals, new data shows
8 months, 1 week ago

Hundreds of patients died after catching COVID in Victorian hospitals, new data shows

ABC  

When Dean's* father was rushed to hospital with a bad case of gastro in February, he assumed he'd be back on his feet in a few days. "The numbers indicate that there is a big problem here — these infections and deaths are potentially preventable," said Associate Professor Suman Majumdar, chief health officer for COVID and health emergencies at the …

Start Wearing Masks, Says Health Minister
1 year 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 …

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 …

Karnataka health minister advises senior citizens to wear masks, amid Covid surge in Kerala
1 year ago

Karnataka health minister advises senior citizens to wear masks, amid Covid surge in Kerala

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka health minister Dinesh Gundu Rao suggested the senior citizens of the state with co-morbidities to wear masks as the number of Covid cases see a rise in neighboring Kerala. Karnataka health min advices senior citizens to wear masks, amid Covid surge Speaking at Kodagu, the health minister said, “We will issue a detailed advisory soon and discussed regarding the …

Karnataka's mask advisory for seniors as Covid cases rise in neighbouring Kerala
1 year ago

Karnataka's mask advisory for seniors as Covid cases rise in neighbouring Kerala

India Today  

Karnataka’s Minister for Health and Family Welfare Dinesh Gundu Rao on Monday advised senior citizens and those with comorbidities to wear masks. Those who are over 60 years of age and those who have heart problems, and have comorbidities must wear masks.” “We have asked government hospitals to be prepared. India's Covid active caseload reaches over 1,800 India's Covid-19 active …

No new cases, Kerala ends Nipah-related restrictions in Kozhikode
1 year, 3 months ago

No new cases, Kerala ends Nipah-related restrictions in Kozhikode

India Today  

The Kerala government has ended all Nipah-related restrictions in the containment zones of the northern Kozhikode district as no new cases of the virus have been reported since September 16. In a Facebook post on Tuesday, District Collector A Geetha said all schools located in the areas that fell within containment zones would be opened and regular classes would commence …

COVID-19: should we start wearing masks again?
1 year, 4 months ago

COVID-19: should we start wearing masks again?

The Hindu  

One thing that can be guaranteed about COVID-19 is that evolution will provide us with a more or less constant stream of new coronavirus variants, some of which will be more successful at infecting people. It’s this worry that there may be a new wave of infections that has got some people talking about the need to reintroduce measures that …

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 …

State records 1,152 Covid cases, 4 deaths in 24 hrs
1 year, 9 months ago

State records 1,152 Covid cases, 4 deaths in 24 hrs

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: For the third consecutive day, Maharashtra reported more than 1000 Covid cases with active cases inching closer to the 6000 mark on Friday. According to the state Covid-19 report, 1,152 new cases were reported across Maharashtra with four deaths in 24 hours. The state health department said there has been a gradual but sustained increase in Covid-19 cases since …

Andhra Pradesh: We better mask up as COVID-19 cases rise
1 year, 9 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 …

Masks must in BMC hospitals
1 year, 9 months ago

Masks must in BMC hospitals

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: Seeing a rise in the number of active Covid-19 cases in the city, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation has made wearing masks compulsory in its hospitals. Mumbai, India - April 10, 2023: Health workers participate in a mock drill after the Union Health Ministry decided to conduct a nationwide mock drill on 10 and 11 April to check the preparedness …

Masks must for hospital staff, mock drills to check Covid preparedness in Jammu and Kashmir
1 year, 9 months ago

Masks must for hospital staff, mock drills to check Covid preparedness in Jammu and Kashmir

Hindustan Times  

The health authorities in Jammu and Kashmir on Monday conducted a mock drill in hospitals and health institutions to review Covid-19 preparedness while also making it mandatory for the hospital staff to wear face masks in view of the uptick in cases this month. Jammu and Kashmir has recorded a slight increase in Covid cases this month with one death …

COVID Scare: Wearing masks mandatory in BMC-run hospitals in Mumbai
1 year, 9 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 …

Covid spike in Mumbai, experts suggest mask mandate for people aged 45 and above
1 year, 9 months ago

Covid spike in Mumbai, experts suggest mask mandate for people aged 45 and above

India Today  

The Mumbai civic body on Monday made face masks compulsory for patients, visitors and employees in all civic-run hospitals as the city reported 95 fresh cases, a drop from more than 200 infections registered daily in the last six days. As Covid cases continue to rise in the city, medical experts are suggesting that masks should be made mandatory for …

Mumbai Covid-19 rise: BMC makes masks mandatory in all civic hospitals
1 year, 9 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 …

Haryana Govt makes wearing face masks mandatory in public places
1 year, 9 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, 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 …

DC Edit | Masks advisable as Covid could disrupt lives again
1 year, 9 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, 9 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 …

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 …

Covid Status Check: Masks Are Back, States on High Alert; UP, Kerala Mull New Strategies
1 year, 9 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-19: Wearing face mask mandatory in Tamil Nadu hospitals from tomorrow
1 year, 9 months ago

COVID-19: Wearing face mask mandatory in Tamil Nadu hospitals from tomorrow

India TV News  

COVID-19: The Tamil Nadu government has made wearing of face masks mandatory at all government hospitals across the State from Saturday owing to an increase in coronavirus-positive cases. Doctors, nurses, medical staff, patients and visitors have been asked to ensure cent per cent compliance at around 11,300 health facilities because infection initially started in hospitals, Health Minister Ma Subramanian said …

From the India Today archives (2020) | COVID-19: Life in the times of Corona
1 year, 9 months ago

From the India Today archives (2020) | COVID-19: Life in the times of Corona

India Today  

"If I keep washing my hands, China virus can be kept away." "The impact of COVID-19 on the Indian economy could be between 0.5 and 1 per cent for the first quarter of 2021", says Madan Sabnavis, chief economist with ratings agency Care Ratings. Never mind that the Reserve Bank of India had just two days before announced measures to …

Covid claims another life, Chandigarh health dept advises caution
1 year, 9 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 …

TS told to keep watch as COVID cases go up
1 year, 9 months ago

TS told to keep watch as COVID cases go up

Deccan Chronicle  

NEW DELHI: India on Saturday recorded 1,590 Covid cases, the highest single day rise in 146 days. According to a joint advisory by the Union health ministry and the Indian Council of Medical Research, public and private health facilities in all districts are expected to participate in the exercise to take stock of availability of medicines, hospital beds, medical equipment …

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

Covid News: China Returnee 6-year-old Girl, Her Mother Test Coronavirus Positive in Tamil Nadu's Madurai
2 years ago

Covid News: China Returnee 6-year-old Girl, Her Mother Test Coronavirus Positive in Tamil Nadu's Madurai

News 18  

Covid News Updates: Several hospitals across the country on Tuesday held mock drills to check the preparedness of health facilities to deal with any spurt in Covid-19 cases. Today mock drills are conducted across Covid hospitals in the country to make sure people get proper treatment,” Mandaviya said after reviewing the mock drill at the Delhi hospital. Deputy Chief Minister …

Mock drills across India today on hospitals\' COVID readiness
2 years ago

Mock drills across India today on hospitals\' COVID readiness

Deccan Chronicle  

NEW DELHI: The Centre and state governments will hold mock drills at health facilities across the country on Tuesday to ensure readiness in the availability of oxygen support and ICU beds, among other measures, in the wake of the Covid-19 alarm due to a surge in infection in many countries. At a meeting with Indian Medical Association doctors on Monday, …

Karnataka makes masks compulsory in schools, colleges, cinema halls, restaurants, and pubs
2 years ago

Karnataka makes masks compulsory in schools, colleges, cinema halls, restaurants, and pubs

Op India  

In the wake of a surge in Covid cases in several countries, wearing masks has been made compulsory inside restaurants, pubs, theatre halls, schools, and colleges in Karnataka. But we have to take precautions from now on.” Ahead of New Year celebrations, there will be a huge crowd in pubs and restaurants. Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya will hold a …

Avoid Travelling Abroad, Wear Masks In Public Places: Top Medical Body Issues Covid Advisory
2 years ago

Avoid Travelling Abroad, Wear Masks In Public Places: Top Medical Body Issues Covid Advisory

ABP News  

Amid a spike in coronavirus cases in parts of the world, especially China, the Indian Medical Association on Thursday advised people to to follow Covid appropriate behaviour with immediate effect. The Indian Medical Association also asked the government to ramp up preparedness for any such situation as seen in 2021 during the deadly Covid second wave by issuing necessary instructions …

Random Covid tests for international passengers amid China scare: Sources
2 years ago

Random Covid tests for international passengers amid China scare: Sources

India Today  

The government is re-introducing Covid-19 testing related measures at airports for international travellers. Even today, the delta variant is being seen somewhere in the country," sources told India Today. Earlier today, Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya chaired a meeting with top officials and experts on the Covid situation in the country. Niti Aayog member Dr VK Paul also advised people …

DC Edit | Don’t give up masks altogether
2 years, 1 month ago

DC Edit | Don’t give up masks altogether

Deccan Chronicle  

The notification of the civil aviation ministry on Wednesday relaxing the rules on wearing masks on flights and in airports marks an important milestone in the nearly three-year-long fight against the Covid-19 pandemic. The world has been on edge ever since a cluster of cases of pneumonia was reported in Wuhan in China’s Hubei province on December 31, 2019. The …

Karnataka govt issues advisory after detection of new COVID sub-variants in Maharashtra
2 years, 2 months 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 …

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 …

Punjab Makes Wearing Masks Mandatory In Public Places Amid Rising Covid-19 Cases
2 years, 5 months ago

Punjab Makes Wearing Masks Mandatory In Public Places Amid Rising Covid-19 Cases

ABP News  

Coronavirus in Punjab: Punjab government on Saturday made it mandatory to wear masks in public places. Issuing the guidelines, the Punjab government said that it should be made mandatory to wear masks in educational institutions, government and private offices, malls, and public places. According to the guidelines issued by the Punjab government, it will be mandatory for everyone to wear …

Mask mandates return in New Delhi as COVID-19 cases rise
2 years, 5 months ago

Mask mandates return in New Delhi as COVID-19 cases rise

Associated Press  

NEW DELHI — The Indian capital reintroduced public mask mandates on Thursday as COVID-19 cases continue to rise across the country. The New Delhi government reinstituted a fine of 500 rupees for anyone caught not wearing a mask or face covering in public. On Wednesday, New Delhi reported eight deaths due to the coronavirus, the highest in nearly six months. …

Amid surge in COVID cases, Chennai makes masks mandatory from today
2 years, 6 months ago

Amid surge in COVID cases, Chennai makes masks mandatory from today

Live Mint  

Amid a surge in COVID cases, the Chennai Corporation on Monday made wearing of masks mandatory in public places. Meanwhile, India reported 16,135 fresh COVID-19 cases, pushing the overall caseload to 43,518,564, the Union health ministry said on Monday. Looking at the situation, the Central government has advised caution and continuous alertness to the states reporting a surge in COVID …

Covid-19: Chandigarh issues health advisory as cases spike again | Do's and dont's
2 years, 7 months ago

Covid-19: Chandigarh issues health advisory as cases spike again | Do's and dont's

India TV News  

Highlights Chandigarh administration released a health advisory in view of rising Covid cases in the city UT had recorded 46 fresh infections on Sunday, the highest in over 4 months Admin stressed masks should be worn in public, added that closed places should be avoided Covid-19 updates: The Chandigarh administration on Monday released a health advisory in view of the …

Bengaluru mandates wearing of masks as Covid cases rise | Check out 5 key developments
2 years, 7 months ago

Bengaluru mandates wearing of masks as Covid cases rise | Check out 5 key developments

India Today  

Bengaluru civic body on Monday made the wearing of masks mandatory in public places as Covid cases rise in the city. Karnataka on Sunday witnessed 301 new Covid-19 cases and one death, the State Health Department said. Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai on Monday said that the government is likely to take a decision on imposing certain Covid control measures in …

Mask in public places now a must says Maharashtra government amid rise in Covid cases
2 years, 7 months ago

Mask in public places now a must says Maharashtra government amid rise in Covid cases

India Today  

Amid a rise in Covid-19 cases, an order was issued by the state government asking citizens to wear masks in public places except open spaces. The state government expressed concern over the rising number of Covid cases to the district authorities. READ | Centre writes to 5 states to monitor situation as Covid cases rise again Talking to India Today …

Maharashtra: With spike in Covid cases, masks made mandatory in public places | Details
2 years, 7 months ago

Maharashtra: With spike in Covid cases, masks made mandatory in public places | Details

India TV News  

Highlights SARI and Fever surveillance is mandatory in Maharashtra. Maharashtra Covid situation: With a significant rise in Covid-19 cases in Maharashtra, the state health ministry has yet again made face masks mandatory in public places, said a new order. Earlier, state Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar had expressed concern over the rise in Covid cases in Maharashtra and had warned …

Covid-19 task force recommends restoration of mask mandate
2 years, 7 months ago

Covid-19 task force recommends restoration of mask mandate

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: Amid a surge in Covid-19 cases, the state Covid-19 task force has recommended that the state government make masks mandatory mask in crowded and poorly ventilated public places. Following Covid-19 appropriate behaviour will also help in combating other airborne diseases like tuberculosis,” said Dr Kedar Toraskar, critical care specialist and member of the state Covid-19 task force. In Wockhardt …

Wear mask if you don't want to face COVID curbs: Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray
2 years, 7 months ago

Wear mask if you don't want to face COVID curbs: Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray

India TV News  

Highlights Follow COVID-appropriate behaviour if you don't want to face restrictions again: Maharashtra CM People should use masks, vaccinate themselves if they don't wish to experience COVID norms: CM Maharashtra on Thursday recorded 1,045 new coronavirus infections and one death Coronavirus updates: Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray on Thursday said people should use face masks, vaccinate themselves and follow discipline …

Maharashtra: Face masks mandate likely to come back amid Covid spike
2 years, 7 months ago

Maharashtra: Face masks mandate likely to come back amid Covid spike

Live Mint  

If the Covid-19 cases in Maharashtra continue to spike, the state government will be forced to make face masks mandatory again, news agency PTI quoted minister Ajit Pawar as saying. This comes as Maharashtra on Wednesday recorded 1,081 cases of the infection, the highest daily rise after 24 February, which took the overall tally to 78,88,167, while the death toll …

Maharashtra govt steps up testing, asks people to wear masks in districts with Covid spike
2 years, 7 months ago

Maharashtra govt steps up testing, asks people to wear masks in districts with Covid spike

India Today  

The Covid-19 graph is once again on an upward trajectory in Maharashtra. In light of the rising number of daily infections and the first reported cases of Omicron sub-variants in the past few days, the state health department has issued orders for increased Covid testing. Here’s a look at the Covid-19 count over the last three days: Date Mumbai Maharashtra …

If Covid-19 cases rise, restrictions will become inevitable in Maharashtra: Minister Aslam Shaikh
2 years, 7 months ago

If Covid-19 cases rise, restrictions will become inevitable in Maharashtra: Minister Aslam Shaikh

India Today  

Amid a steady rise in Covid-19 cases, the Maharashtra government is keeping a close tab on the situation. If the daily cases rise above the 1,000-mark, then there will be a need to impose restrictions yet again, cabinet minister, Aslam Shaikh, said. “The state government asserts that it is keeping a close tab on the situation and would take a …

With rising COVID-19 cases in India, come mask mandates: The places that are asking people to cover up
2 years, 8 months ago

With rising COVID-19 cases in India, come mask mandates: The places that are asking people to cover up

Firstpost  

After removing COVID curbs in early April, many states and Union territories have once again reintroduced mask mandates, seeing a rise in cases and the infection rate across the country India over the past few weeks has been seeing a rise in COVID-19 cases, leading states to re-impose mask mandates. This means that not wearing mask would not be a …

Delhi forms over 70 enforcement teams to ensure adherence to Covid-appropriate behaviour
2 years, 8 months ago

Delhi forms over 70 enforcement teams to ensure adherence to Covid-appropriate behaviour

Hindustan Times  

The Delhi government has formed more than 70 enforcement teams in all the 11 districts of the national capital so far as part of intensifying drives to ensure compliance with Covid-appropriate behaviour, including wearing of masks in public places, news agency PTI reported on Tuesday citing officials. Delhi brought back penalty of ₹ 500 for not wearing masks in public …

Delhi's fresh Covid infections rise to 1,204; daily positivity rate at 4.64%
2 years, 8 months ago

Delhi's fresh Covid infections rise to 1,204; daily positivity rate at 4.64%

Hindustan Times  

Delhi continued to witness a high daily caseload of Covid-19, with as many as 1,204 people testing positive in the last 24 hours, a health department bulletin showed on Tuesday. With this, the Capital’s cumulative infection tally has reached 1,877,091, including 26,169 related deaths of which one was a fresh fatality, as per the bulletin. Meanwhile, Tuesday’s bulletin also showed …

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