1897 Epidemic Diseases Act

Bihar declares black fungus notifiable disease under the Epidemic Act

The black fungus was declared a notifiable disease in the state under the Epidemic Act, 1897 on Saturday (May 22).

May 22, 2021, 21:42 PM IST

COVID-19 spread: Pay Rs 250 fine if you don't wear mask in public place in Ghaziabad

Ghaziabad police have started following strict guidelines for COVID-19. Those going against the guidelines will be fined and punished by the police department. 

Apr 04, 2021, 14:33 PM IST

Ordinance to end violence against doctors, health workers; jail term up to 7 years

"In the case of grievous injuries, the accused can be sentenced from 6 months to 7 years. They can be penalised from Rs 1 Lakh to Rs 5 Lakh," said Prakash Javadekar.

Apr 22, 2020, 15:51 PM IST

With lockdown in 75 districts, what you need to know about the 1897 Epidemic Diseases Act

Amid the rising coronavirus cases in India, Delhi, Uttarakhand, Punjab, Telangana, Bihar and some other states rolled out the Epidemic Diseases, COVID-19 Regulations under the ambit of the Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897 to curb the spread of coronavirus.

Mar 23, 2020, 06:43 AM IST