COVID-19: 71% of children developed antibodies, says PGIMER Director
A sero survey conducted by the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, reveals that 71 per cent of children have developed antibodies against COVID-19.
Sep 14, 2021, 09:02 AM IST
China's Fujian province registers more than double COVID-19 cases in single day
The National Health Commission said 59 new locally transmitted cases were reported for September 13, up from 22 infections a day earlier. All of them were in Fujian.
Sep 14, 2021, 08:34 AM IST
Chinese city seals highways, closes public venues amid new COVID-19 outbreak
The virus situation in the city of Putian is "serious and complex" and it is very likely more new cases will emerge in communities, schools and factories.
Sep 13, 2021, 17:10 PM IST
Coronavirus epidemic first occurred over 21,000 years ago: Study
The study, published in the journal Current Biology, showed that humanity may have been exposed to sarbecoviruses -- which has the potential to jump from animals to humans -- since the Paleolithic period -- roughly 2.5 million years ago to 10,000 BC.
Sep 05, 2021, 11:46 AM IST
Special discussion: Why the uproar over Muharram COVID guidelines?
In the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, the Uttar Pradesh Police has said that religious processions will not be allowed during Muharram in the state this year. Meanwhile, Shia clerics are upset over the Muharram guidelines issued by the UP Police and will hold several meetings on Monday to decide their future course of action.
Aug 02, 2021, 11:56 AM IST
Maharashtra SSC board exam results to be based on class 9, 10 internal marks: Education Minister
State School Education Minister Varsha Gaikwad said all students who were to appear for Class 10 (Secondary School Certificate- SSC) exams will be promoted, and marks will be given on the basis of the internal assessment of their performance this year and that of Class 9.
May 28, 2021, 21:00 PM IST
Muslims asked to celebrate Eid with great simplicity amid Coronavirus pandemic
Shahi Imam of Delhi's Fatehpuri mosque, Dr Mufti Mohd Mukarram Ahmed, on Tuesday, urged Muslims to offer Eid prayers at home.
May 11, 2021, 12:18 PM IST
COVID-19 Vaccination by age group reduces deaths and severe health problems: Study
Studies reveal that the prioritization of the vaccination delivery according to age group has benefited the people as it reduced the loss of lives due to COVID-19.
May 07, 2021, 16:11 PM IST
Qatar finance minister arrested over alleged embezzlement, stripped of his duties
Qatar Finance Minister Ali Sherif al-Emadi has been arrested and is being questioned for allegations of embezzlement, abuse of power and crimes related to the public sector.
May 07, 2021, 13:23 PM IST
Goa to vaccinate journalists on priority, declares them 'COVID-19 frontline workers'
The government of Goa has considered journalists of its state in frontline workers and now they will be vaccinated against COVID-19 on priority.
May 06, 2021, 11:58 AM IST
COVID-19 vaccines are 'no panacea': North Korea
Scientists across the globe were working on the vaccines against COVID-19 for a year and managed to produce some with satisfactory efficacy but North Korea is claiming that vaccines against COVID-19 are not full proof cover.
May 04, 2021, 17:23 PM IST
Screening healthcare workers could act as alert system for future pandemics: Study
The study published in PLOS ONE suggests that data from healthcare workers could be used to estimate the severity of future viruses more quickly.
May 03, 2021, 16:53 PM IST
Kannada music director breaks down while explaining his ordeal to get an oxygen cylinder
Noted Kannada music director Sadhu Kokila recently spoke about his stressful ordeal of procuring an oxygen cylinder for his brother's son. Kokila got visibly emotional while recounting his experience.
Apr 20, 2021, 09:26 AM IST
Kangana Ranaut calls people depressed and angry due to COVID ‘entitled brat’, says ‘calm down you fools’
Actress Kangana Ranaut is known to never mince her words. The ‘Thalaivi’ actress has recently shared her controversial views on the ‘man-made’ COVID-19 pandemic.
Apr 20, 2021, 08:43 AM IST
UP panchayat polls: SP supremo Mulayam Singh Yadav misses voting due to COVID-19
Mulayam Singh Yadav did not cast his vote due to the surge in the COVID-19 pandemic.
Apr 19, 2021, 15:56 PM IST
Australian PM calls opening of travel bubble with New Zealand a 'win-win'
Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison on Monday welcomed the opening of free travel between his country and New Zealand, saying it is a "win-win" for both countries.
Apr 19, 2021, 10:24 AM IST
California to vaccinate all aged 16 and above, for free
California, the most populous state in the US, has decided to vaccinate everyone aged 16 and above against COVID-19.
Apr 16, 2021, 15:48 PM IST
One dose of vaccine enough for COVID19 survivors: Study
Researchers of the University of Pennsylvania in the US, say that people who have already been infected with COVID-19 show a great immune response after the first dose of the vaccine while there are only little benefits of the second dose.
Apr 16, 2021, 15:17 PM IST
Global COVID-19 caseload touches 138 million, reveals Johns Hopkins University
Global COVID-19 caseload surpassed 138.8 million with the account of more than 2.98 million deaths. With these numbers, the US has become the worst-hit country in this pandemic.
Apr 16, 2021, 13:23 PM IST
Quick restrictive lockdown is key to contain the spread of COVID-19: Leading doctors
The second wave of COVID-19 has increased the cases worldwide. The health care system is overwhelmed by the surge and leading doctors of the country are suggesting a quick and restrictive lockdown to reduce the spread of coronavirus.
Apr 15, 2021, 14:47 PM IST
