covid-19 in india

India records 36,571 new COVID infections in last 24 hours, lowest in 150 days

The number of active cases has dipped to 3,63,605 which is the lowest in 150 days. The recovery rate is at 97.54% which is the highest since March 2020.

Aug 20, 2021, 09:43 AM IST

Bengaluru imposes new COVID-19 restrictions ahead of festivals, check details here

Fresh guidelines have been issued to control crowding at marketplaces and the concerned officials have been instructed to conduct surprise visits at places that are expected to see large footfall during the festivals.

Aug 20, 2021, 07:53 AM IST

Delta variant of COVID-19 infects both vaccinated, unvaccinated individuals: ICMR study

An ICMR study conducted in Chennai has found that the Delta variant has the potential to infect both vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals, but it reduces mortality among the former group.

Aug 19, 2021, 10:58 AM IST

Indian Govt: COVID-19 R-Value more than 1 in 8 States and UTs, Coronavirus spreading rapidly here

The Indian government on Tuesday said that the R-value is greater than 1 in eight states and union territories of the country. The R-value actually indicates the speed at which the COVID-19 pandemic is spreading. Corona is spreading rapidly in eight states and union territories including Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, Tamil Nadu and Kerala.

Aug 04, 2021, 09:24 AM IST

Curbs to control COVID: Rajasthan government bans all religious gathering

The state government also cancelled the Kanwar Yatra and imposed restrictions on prayers and public and religious places on the occasion of Eid-ul-Zuha. 

Jul 17, 2021, 09:51 AM IST

Slight jump in daily COVID cases, India reports 48,786 new cases, 1,005 deaths in 24 hours

With 1,005 fatalities in the last 24 hours, the death toll climbed to 3,99,459. The active cases tally has reached 5,23,257, as per Union Ministry of Health data.

Jul 01, 2021, 09:45 AM IST

India records 1,183 deaths in last 24 hours, reports 48,698 new COVID-19 cases

India's total coronavirus caseload has now increased to 3,01,83,143, of which, 3,94,493 have succumbed to the virus, while 5,95,565 are active cases. 

Jun 26, 2021, 09:45 AM IST

India records 1,329 deaths in last 24 hours, reports 51,667 new COVID-19 cases

India's total coronavirus caseload has now increased to 3,01,34,445, of which, 3,93,310 have succumbed to the virus, while 6,12,868 are active cases.

Jun 25, 2021, 09:38 AM IST

India records 2,330 deaths in the last 24 hours, reports 67,208 new COVID-19 cases

India recorded 67,208 new COVID-19 cases and 2,330 deaths in the last 24 hours, the Union Health Ministry informed on Thursday (June 17, 2021).

Jun 17, 2021, 09:38 AM IST

COVID-19: With 4,187 new fatalities, India witnesses highest single-day deaths

4,187 people succumbed to the deadly infection, the highest number of fatalities in a single-day, as per the Union Health Ministry data. 

May 08, 2021, 09:44 AM IST

India sets another grim record with over 4.12 lakh new COVID-19 cases, 3,980 deaths

With 3,980 fatalities, the nation registered its highest death toll in a single day, as per the  Union Health Ministry data on Thursday (May 6). 

May 06, 2021, 09:49 AM IST

J&K reports highest single-day tally with 4716 cases, 52 deaths

The Trinamool Congress (TMC) chief Mamata Banerjee took oath as the West Bengal Chief Minister for the third time at Raj Bhavan today. 

May 05, 2021, 08:13 AM IST

India reports over 3.92 lakh new COVID-19 infections, death toll crosses 2.15-lakh mark

The COVID-19 caseload mounted to over 1.95 crore (1,95,57,457) in which 33,49,644 are active cases.

May 02, 2021, 09:57 AM IST

India reports highest single-day spike in world with over 3.49 lakh new COVID-19 cases

The active COVID-19 cases mounted to 26,82,751, while the total tally has reached 1,69,60,172 in the country. 

Apr 25, 2021, 10:18 AM IST

DNA Exclusive: Coronavirus mutations, its spread through air, and PM Modi's address to nation

Zee News Editor-in-Chief Sudhir Chaudhary on Tuesday (April 20) explained how COVID-19 transmits through air and what are the precautions one can take to stay safe. He also discussed important points from Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s address to the nation.

Apr 20, 2021, 23:57 PM IST

Tata Steel supplying up to 300 tonnes oxygen daily to hospitals in Jharkhand and other states

The company's CEO and Managing Director T V Narendran said that apart from Jharkhand, the company is supplying oxygen to Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Odisha and West Bengal as well.

Apr 20, 2021, 22:31 PM IST

90-95% of Indian Army vaccinated with first COVID dose, say officials

Approximately 50 to 55% of the forces have been vaccinated with the 2nd dose as well.

Apr 20, 2021, 20:12 PM IST

Delhi govt turns Commonwealth Games Village into COVID Care Centre with 436 beds

The makeshift hospital is equipped with 436 beds including 210 of those having oxygen facility. The centre is open for all and free of cost.

Apr 20, 2021, 19:38 PM IST

COVID-19: Section 144 imposed in Rajasthan for a month starting from Thursday

The curbs will start from April 22 and will remain till May 21.

Apr 20, 2021, 18:41 PM IST

Indian Army postpones recruitment exams, rallies due to COVID pandemic

The Common Entrance Exam which was scheduled to be held on April 25 in four cities including Shillong, Jorhat, Narangi, and Rangapahar has been deferred till further notice.

Apr 20, 2021, 18:21 PM IST