Coronavirus: News
09 May 2021
Ministry of Health and Family WelfareCoronavirus: India records 4K deaths again as lockdown calls grow
India on Sunday reported over 4,000 fresh fatalities due to COVID-19 for the second consecutive day. The death toll stands at 2.42 lakh.
09 May 2021
Narendra ModiModi government's actions 'inexcusable': Lancet criticizes India's handling of COVID-19
The Indian government must pursue a two-pronged strategy to address the COVID-19 pandemic, including the rationalization and speedy implementation of a "botched vaccination campaign," the medical journal The Lancet said Saturday.
09 May 2021
Arvind KejriwalCoronavirus: Delhi lockdown extended till May 17, says Arvind Kejriwal
The ongoing lockdown in Delhi has been extended by one week till May 17 to stem the spread of COVID-19 in the national capital, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal announced on Sunday.
09 May 2021
Supreme Court Of IndiaSC sets up COVID-19 task force to facilitate oxygen distribution
The Supreme Court has directed the formation of a National Task Force to facilitate India's COVID-19 response as the Narendra Modi government appears to have abdicated its responsibility.
08 May 2021
Hockey India LeagueIndian hockey legend MK Kaushik dies of COVID-19 complications
Indian hockey legend MK Kaushik passed away on Saturday due to the complications caused by coronavirus.
08 May 2021
Sri LankaFirst case of Indian COVID-19 variant detected in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka, on Saturday, detected its first case of the Indian variant of coronavirus, also known as B.1.617.
08 May 2021
KeralaCOVID-19 crisis: Kerala under complete lockdown for nine days
Shutting shops, suspending public vehicle transport, and strictly restricting the on-road movement of people, Kerala came under complete lockdown from Saturday morning to contain the massive spread of the COVID-19 pandemic.
08 May 2021
COVID-19COVID-19: FTII students demand suspension of 2020 batch's online classes
The students' association of Pune-based FTII has sought immediate suspension of online classes for the 2020 batch students, saying that it is becoming increasingly difficult for them to attend classes due to the challenges posed by the coronavirus crisis.
08 May 2021
Delhi GovernmentDelhi government to organize COVID-19 vaccination drive for media persons
The Delhi government will organize a mass COVID-19 vaccination drive for media persons, an official said on Friday.
07 May 2021
Supreme Court Of IndiaCentral Vista: SC asks Delhi HC to consider early hearing
The Supreme Court (SC) on Friday refused to hear a petition on stopping construction work on the Central Vista project at Rajpath in Delhi in view of the COVID-19 pandemic.
07 May 2021
PunjabComedian-couple Sugandha Mishra, Sanket Bhosale booked for violating COVID-19 norms
Comedians Sugandha Mishra and Sanket Bhosale have been booked for violating COVID-19 norms at their recent wedding in the Phagwara town of Punjab.
07 May 2021
Supreme Court Of India700 MT oxygen should reach Delhi daily, SC tells Centre
In sharp remarks to the Centre, the Supreme Court (SC) on Friday reiterated that Delhi should receive 700 metric tonnes (MT) of oxygen on a daily basis until further orders.
07 May 2021
COVID-19UK health authorities concerned about a particular COVID-19 Indian variant
Health authorities in England are believed to be especially concerned about one strain out of three Indian variants they have been tracking since last month.
07 May 2021
Narendra ModiRahul Gandhi writes to Modi; lists suggestions on COVID-19
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday wrote a second letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding the "uncontrollable spread" of COVID-19 in India and requested the Centre to consider four "urgent" suggestions.
07 May 2021
MumbaiTaloja jail inmate dies of COVID-19, kin allege negligence
A 22-year-old undertrial lodged in Navi Mumbai's Taloja jail has died of COVID-19 at a hospital, even as his family members alleged that the negligence of prison authorities led to his death.
07 May 2021
RajasthanStrict lockdown in Rajasthan from May 10-24
Amid a surge in coronavirus cases, the Rajasthan government on Thursday announced a strict lockdown from May 10 to May 24 under which marriage functions, intrastate movement, and MGNREGA works have also been suspended.
07 May 2021
Uttar PradeshUttar Pradesh: Oximeters, thermal scanners in gaushalas
Amid the surge in coronavirus cases, the Uttar Pradesh government is providing oximeters and thermal scanners for cows housed in the state's gaushalas.
07 May 2021
Ministry of Health and Family WelfareCoronavirus: India reports biggest spike of 4.14 lakh new cases
India reported a record number of 4.14 lakh fresh coronavirus infections on Friday. The nationwide tally now stands at 2.14 crore while the test positivity rate rose slightly to 22.6%.
06 May 2021
Russia NewsRussia authorizes single-shot Sputnik Light; to be produced in India
Health officials in Russia have authorized a single-shot COVID-19 vaccine, Sputnik Light, the developers of the shot said on Thursday.
06 May 2021
KarnatakaCentre moves SC over Karnataka HC's order on oxygen supply
The Centre on Thursday moved the Supreme Court against a Karnataka High Court order seeking an increase in the daily supply of liquid medical oxygen (LMO) to the state to 1,200 metric tonnes (MT) from the present 965 MT.
06 May 2021
VaccineCentre issues guidelines to expedite vaccination of aviation personnel
The Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) on Thursday issued guidelines to facilitate the vaccination of aviation personal, associated with both government and private entities, in an accelerated manner.
06 May 2021
Jammu And KashmirRestrictions tightened in Kashmir over COVID-19 surge, Sehrai's death
Normal life remained affected in many areas in Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday with the imposition of the lockdown in the wake of an alarming surge in coronavirus cases.
06 May 2021
Kerala480 CSI priests booked for organizing retreat at Munnar
As many as 480 priests belonging to the Church of South India (CSI) in Kerala, a prominent denomination, have been booked for allegedly violating COVID-19 protocols by organizing and participating in a retreat at Munnar last month, police said on Thursday.
06 May 2021
IndiaDelhi: COVID-19 patients at home can apply for oxygen online
Amid reports of families of COVID-19 patients struggling to procure liquid medical oxygen (LMO) in time, the Arvind Kejriwal-led Delhi government on Thursday announced that all persons in home isolation requiring oxygen may apply for the same on the Delhi government website.
06 May 2021
Ministry of Health and Family WelfareForeign relief material for COVID-19 reached 31 states, says Centre
As the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic continues to rage in the country, the crippling shortage of medical supplies nationwide is being met by humanitarian assistance from across the world.
06 May 2021
Ministry of Health and Family WelfareCoronavirus: India reports biggest spike of 4.12 lakh new cases
India reported a record number of 4.12 lakh fresh coronavirus infections on Thursday with a test positivity rate of 21.4%. The nationwide tally has now risen to 2.1 crore.
06 May 2021
COVID-19Kejriwal claims Delhi is not receiving adequate vaccines
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, on Wednesday, said that the city is not getting enough vaccines and reiterated if doses are made available in time his government could vaccinate everyone in the national capital within three months.
05 May 2021
Ministry of Health and Family WelfareThird wave of COVID-19 inevitable, need to be prepared: Government
The third wave of COVID-19 is "inevitable," the top scientific adviser to the government said in a statement on Wednesday.
05 May 2021
Himachal PradeshHimachal Pradesh: Government orders 10-day curfew starting May 7
In view of an alarming rise in COVID-19 cases across Himachal Pradesh, the state government on Wednesday announced a 10-day "corona curfew" to check the spread of the viral infection.
05 May 2021
KarnatakaKarnataka to UP: These states have declared journalists frontline workers
On Tuesday, Karnataka became the latest state to designate journalists in the state as "frontline workers" adding that they would be vaccinated on priority.
05 May 2021
FootballPremier League 2020-21: Home supporters allowed for final two matchdays
The Premier League has confirmed only home supporters will be permitted to attend matches for the final two matchdays this season.
05 May 2021
PunjabDon't fall for rumors claiming alcohol protects against coronavirus: Expert
Head of Punjab's expert committee on COVID-19 Dr. KK Talwar on Wednesday urged people not to fall for rumors doing rounds on social media that alcohol can offer protection against coronavirus, which has infected nearly 4,00,000 people in the state.
05 May 2021
GujaratGujarat: Over 500 women gather to 'eradicate' virus; 23 arrested
Cocking a snook at COVID-19 norms, a large number of women turned up at a religious event organized in a village in Gujarat's Ahmedabad district to eradicate coronavirus, police said on Wednesday, adding 23 people, including the village head, have been arrested.
05 May 2021
Supreme Court Of IndiaDelhi HC contempt case against Centre won't bring oxygen: SC
The Supreme Court on Wednesday stayed the operation of a Delhi High Court order regarding a show-cause notice for contempt to the Centre for failing to supply adequate oxygen.
05 May 2021
BiharRattled by COVID-19, Bihar put under an 11-day lockdown
An 11-day complete lockdown was imposed on Wednesday in Bihar where the authorities had a tough time ensuring compliance from people.
05 May 2021
Karnataka High CourtKarnataka: Retired Judge to probe death of 24 COVID-19 patients
The Karnataka government on Wednesday appointed retired High Court judge Justice BA Patil as the one-man commission to inquire into the death of 24 COVID-19 patients in Chamarajanagar District allegedly owing to oxygen shortage.
05 May 2021
Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)ICMR revises testing guidelines; dos and don'ts for RT-PCR tests
In the wake of the upsurge in COVID-19 cases, the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) on Tuesday issued new testing guidelines in a bid to reduce pressure on overburdened diagnostic laboratories across the country.
05 May 2021
Ministry of Health and Family WelfareCoronavirus: India records deadliest day with 3,780 more fatalities
India reported a record number of 3,780 fresh COVID-19 deaths on Tuesday, the highest number of single-day fatalities since the pandemic began.
04 May 2021
Andhra PradeshAndhra Pradesh: N440K strain 15 times more virulent, say experts
The N440K strain of the coronavirus, called the AP strain as it was first discovered in Andhra Pradesh's Kurnool, is at least 15 times more virulent than the previous strains, say experts.
04 May 2021
All India Institute Of Medical Sciences (AIIMS)India may see third COVID-19 wave; lockdown required: AIIMS chief
All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Director Dr. Randeep Guleria on Tuesday said that India may see a third wave of the COVID-19 pandemic if the virus continues to mutate.
