RT-PCR Test Mandatory For Ministers Meeting PM Modi Amid Rising COVID-19 Cases
COVID-19 cases are on the rise in the country, with 306 new infections and six deaths recorded on Wednesday, taking the total number of active cases to 7,121.
Jun 11, 2025, 14:57 PM IST
Has The Protocol For COVID 19 Testing Changed In Hospitals Post- Pandemic, Especially During Seasonal Viral Surges?
There is an adoption of a tiered strategy: routine targeted testing during periods of low viral activity; escalating to broader, sometimes even universal, testing combined with reinstated infection control measures (e.g., masking for healthcare workers) when community data indicate a surge in cases.
Jun 07, 2025, 17:28 PM IST
When Should A Patient With Mild Cold-Like Symptoms Consider Taking An RT-PCR Test For COVID 19?
If symptoms begin very early, scheduling the test for around day 3–5 of symptom onset is often optimal; if still negative in the presence of high clinical suspicion, repeat testing should be considered.
Jun 07, 2025, 16:10 PM IST
Covid-19 latest airport guidelines: Countries mandating RT-PCR test for travellers
While India has mandated travellers coming from 6 countries to produce negative RT-PCT test report, here's a list of all the countries asking for the Covid-19 test.
Jan 04, 2023, 08:34 AM IST
H3N2 virus causing spike in flu in Delhi-NCR: Expert
Spike in flu cases in Delhi-NCR: According to Dr Arjun Dang, CEO, of Dr Dang`s Lab, H3N2 Influenza cases are being reported more in comparison to H1N1 cases. He said, "Over the past few weeks, we conducted more than a few 100 tests of which a lot returned positive for H3N2. But it`s interesting to see that we are getting less positive H1N1 cases."
Jan 03, 2023, 23:31 PM IST
Amid Covid scare, govt makes pre-departure RT-PCR tests MANDATORY for flyers from THESE countries
Covid scare: The Centre on Monday made pre-departure RT-PCR tests mandatory for travellers from six countries. The order was issued by the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare which said the test will have to be conducted within 72 hours prior to departure.
Jan 02, 2023, 17:22 PM IST
Random Covid testing continues at Delhi airport; travellers mask up, maintain social distancing
A random 2% of all international passengers arriving in India will also be tested for Covid, regardless of their point of departure.
Jan 01, 2023, 14:52 PM IST
Covid-19 scare: Govt makes RT-PCR test mandatory for passengers coming from THESE 6 countries
To prevent the spread of Covid virus in the Indian government will make RT-PCR tests mandatory from January 1 for passengers coming from China, Hong Kong, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, and Thailand.
Dec 29, 2022, 15:10 PM IST
China relaxes COVID-19 test norms for travellers from United States
Travellers from the United States will no longer need an RT-PCR test seven days before flying
May 19, 2022, 12:05 PM IST
India's Omicron tally rises to 21 with 17 more testing positive for COVID variant
Even amid the emergence of new variants like Omircron, vaccination remains one of the strongest pillars of protection against disease and infection, according to experts.
Dec 06, 2021, 06:16 AM IST
Omicron threat: Karnataka makes RT-PCR test must for international travellers
About 2,500 international passengers arrive in the state every day.
Dec 01, 2021, 07:45 AM IST
RT-PCR at airport, quarantine must for people coming from ‘at-risk’ countries: Centre amid Omicron threat
Travellers coming from countries other than those listed as "at risk" will be allowed to leave the airport and shall self-monitor their health for 14 days after arrival.
Nov 28, 2021, 22:29 PM IST
Kerala exempts children from mandatory RT-PCR test for Sabarimala pilgrimage
The Kerala govt has directed parents and adults, who are accompanying the children, to ensure that they carry soaps, sanitizers and mask and adhere to social distancing norms.
Nov 27, 2021, 14:50 PM IST
Travellers planning short trip from Maharashtra to Karnataka no longer need RT-PCR
Those who visit for two days or less need not produce negative Covid-19 test report.
Nov 09, 2021, 18:40 PM IST
New COVID-19 strain: Mandatory RT-PCR test for those arriving in Mumbai from Europe, China, Middle East
Maria Van Kerkhove, the World Health Organization`s technical lead for COVID-19 on Tuesday said that C.1.2 variant has been found in at least six countries.
Sep 02, 2021, 06:54 AM IST
Negative RT-PCR report mandatory for those coming to UP from states with high positivity rate
The Uttar Pradesh government has made it mandatory for travellers from states with higher positivity rate to produce a negative RT-PCR report.
Jul 19, 2021, 08:41 AM IST
RT-PCR negative report not required for fully vaccinated flyers at Mumbai airport
The government has said that domestic passengers who have been fully vaccinated will not be required to produce COVID test report to enter Mumbai via air.
Jul 13, 2021, 21:02 PM IST
Kanwar yatra: UP government may make negative RT-PCR test mandatory for pilgrims
The Uttar Pradesh government has said that it will implement strict COVID-19 protocol during the Kanwar yatra.
Jul 13, 2021, 17:01 PM IST
Singaporeans, PRs obliged to present COVID-19 negative reports prior to departure
All Singaporeans and permanent residents will only be allowed to board their flights to Singapore on presenting COVID-19 negative test results before departure, except for those who have stayed in lower-risk countries and regions in the last 21 days.
May 27, 2021, 10:06 AM IST
Trying to test yourself for COVID-19 with this trick? Don't be fooled, check details here
Always go for an RT-PCR Test or rapid Antigen test, do not fall pray for any viral post.
May 07, 2021, 22:59 PM IST