DNA: 31 August 2021 recorded in the history of India
The day of 31 August was very special for India because on this day India got 3 big successes. This happened for the first time when the stock market crossed the 57 thousand mark and closed at 57,552 points. Not only this, but India also performed historically in terms of GDP and vaccination against coronavirus.
Sep 02, 2021, 00:14 AM IST
Another milestone: India creates new single-day record by administering over 1 crore vaccine doses
India has achieved a new milestone by administrating over 1 crore COVID-19 vaccine doses across the country. The numbers are the highest achieved by India on a single day since the beginning of the mass vaccination drive on January 16.
Sep 01, 2021, 08:05 AM IST
Contracting Covid 19 earlier doesn't mean you have a better immunity against coronavirus now
A new study suggests that the two doses of vaccination is necessary for people who have contracted the coronavirus earlier.
Sep 01, 2021, 07:41 AM IST
DNA: India makes world record of COVID-19 vaccination in one day
Today is a big day for India fighting against the Coronavirus pandemic. India has set a world record in terms of vaccination today. 1 crore 25 lakh 77 thousand 983 doses have been vaccinated in a day in India today.
Aug 31, 2021, 23:44 PM IST
COVID19: Vaccinate teachers, children to keep schools safe- WHO
Vaccinating teachers and other school staff against Covid-19 disease can help make schools a safe place against the infectious disease, the World Health Organisation (WHO) and Unicef said.
Aug 30, 2021, 17:43 PM IST
'Pfizer COVID vaccine may be authorised for children aged between 5 to 12 by October'
Currently of the three COVID-19 vaccines used in the US, only the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine has been granted the emergency use authorisation for children aged 12 and older.
Aug 30, 2021, 13:45 PM IST
Good news! Now, book vaccine slots on WhatsApp; Health Minister calls it 'new era of citizen convenience'
To contact MyGov Corona Helpdesk chatbot, citizens can save the WhatsApp number +91 9013151515 on their phones; start a chat by typing ‘Book Slot’ and send it to the number. This will generate a six-digit one-time password on the respective mobile phone number.
Aug 24, 2021, 10:52 AM IST
At least 1.6 crore Indians missed their second COVID jab: Reports
The figure of 1.6 crore was arrived at by comparing how many people had got their first shots as of May 2 with the total number of people who have so far got their second.
Aug 24, 2021, 09:47 AM IST
Toronto International Film Festival may require attendees to be vaccinated
People attending the latest edition of the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) may be required to show proof of full vaccination or proof of a negative test of 48 hours prior to entering the venue.
Aug 24, 2021, 09:21 AM IST
Priority COVID-19 vaccination for children above 12 with comorbidities: Govt panel chief
NTAGI chief said that a portion of Zydus Cadila’s Zycov-D vaccine supply will be set aside for comorbid adolescents. The announcement came days after the Drug Controller General of India (DCGI) granted emergency approval to the Zycov-D.
Aug 24, 2021, 07:35 AM IST
Another milestone, more than one crore people get both doses of COVID-19 vaccine in Uttar Pradesh
With this, Uttar Pradesh has become the third state in the country to have over one crore fully vaccinated people. Among the states, Maharashtra leads on the count with 1.4 crore people having taken both doses while Gujarat is next where 1.04 crore people are fully immunised.
Aug 22, 2021, 11:40 AM IST
India Covid-19: Vaccine approved for over 12-year-olds
India has become the first country to approve the world's first DNA shot against the coronavirus. India's drug regulator has granted emergency use approval for Zydus Cadila's COVID-19 vaccine for adults and children aged 12 years and above. It is the second homegrown covid-19 vaccine for India. Also the first approved covid-19 vaccine for children older than 12 in the country.
Aug 21, 2021, 15:34 PM IST
US to start administering COVID-19 booster shots from next month
The US is prepared to offer booster shots for all Americans beginning the week of September 20. Booster shots will be given to individuals eight months after their second dose.
India in talks to buy 50 million doses of Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine: Report
Indian health authorities are also in an advanced stage of negotiations with Johnson & Johnson, which has a deal with India-based Biological E. Ltd, to manufacture as many as 600 million doses, starting as soon as this month, the Journal reported.
Aug 11, 2021, 16:45 PM IST
Nearly 52 crore COVID-19 vaccine doses administered so far, 2.25 crore unused: Govt
"More than 2.25 Crore (2,25,03,900) balance and unutilised COVID Vaccine doses are still available with the States/UTs and private hospitals to be administered," the Health Ministry stated in a press release.
Aug 11, 2021, 14:25 PM IST
Foreign nationals residing in India now eligible for COVID-19 vaccination: Govt
The foreign nationals can use their passport as identity proof for the purpose of registration on the CoWin portal, the Health Ministry informed.
Aug 09, 2021, 20:20 PM IST
LIVE: 3.6-magnitude earthquake strikes Rajasthan's Sikar
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday (August 5, 2021) offered prayers to Ram Lalla at Ram Janmabhoomi site in Ayodhya.
Aug 05, 2021, 09:10 AM IST
Good news! 4 more Indian pharma firms to start COVID-19 vaccine production soon
Biologicals E and Novartis vaccines will also be available in the market in the coming days, while Zydus Cadila will soon get an emergency-use nod from an expert committee, the Union Health Minister said.
Aug 03, 2021, 17:23 PM IST
In big boost to India's COVID-19 vaccination drive, Joe Biden administration announces USD 25 million aid
The United States on Wednesday announced USD 25 million assistance to support COVID-19 vaccination efforts across India. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, who is on a two-day visit to India, said that the funding will contribute to saving lives by strengthening vaccine supply chain logistics, addressing misinformation, vaccine hesitancy, and helping to train more health care workers.
Jul 28, 2021, 17:01 PM IST
7 states report rise in COVID cases, Centre says ‘this is a cause of concern’
There are still 62 districts in the country where over 100 cases are reported every day. These cases are found in a localised and limited set of areas of these districts, Lav Agarwal, Joint Secretary, Health Ministry, said.
Jul 27, 2021, 16:45 PM IST