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Covid-19: Govt says no state has reported deaths due to oxygen shortage

The Government of India is supporting states in their endeavour to enhance preparedness and response capacities against Covid-19

Experts worry about how US will see next Covid-19 surge coming

As coronavirus infections rise in some parts of the world, experts are watching for a potential new Covid-19 surge in the U.S. and wondering how long it will take to detect.

India reports 1,685 new Covid-19 cases, 83 fatalities in last 24 hours

The death toll due to the disease stands at 5,16,755 with 83 daily fatalities being reported, data updated by the ministry at 8 am showed

Coronavirus rates plunge as decision nears on US asylum limits

One by one, a voice called out the names of 169 people released by US Border Patrol. Migrants rose from folding chairs in a clinic and walked to a table of blue-robed workers, who swabbed their mouths

Israel launches Covid vaccination campaign for people above 60 yrs

The Israeli Ministry of Health has announced a Covid-19 vaccination campaign for people aged 60 years and above, citing a recent surge of morbidity nationwide fueled by the BA.2 Omicron subvariant.

Global Covid caseload tops 477.2 mn. deaths surge over 6.10 million

The global coronavirus caseload has topped 477.2 million, while the deaths have surged to more than 6.10 million and vaccinations to over 10.84 billion, according to the Johns Hopkins University.

Finland recommends fourth Covid-19 vaccine dose to people above 80 years

Finland has recommended a fourth Covid-19 vaccine dose for people above 80 years and those living in care homes

WHO calls for caution as Covid-19 restrictions are eased in Africa

A World Health Organisation (WHO) regional office has urged for caution and consideration of the risks involved, with multiple African countries lifting their Covid-19 health restrictions

Two years of Covid: Metals get their shine back as demand fuels rally

According to CRISIL Research, base metals are currently at their highest levels since 2008, while steel prices in Europe are at an all-time high

Over 1.82 billion Covid vaccine doses administered in India: Govt

The country launched vaccination for all people aged above 45 years from April 1 last year

25 Covid-19 cases, no fresh death in Chhattisgarh; active tally at 134

Chhattisgarh on Thursday reported 25 fresh Covid-19 cases, taking its overall tally to 11,52,020, while no new death linked to the infection was recorded in the state, an official said.

Gujarat records 26 new Covid cases, zero deaths; active tally below 300

Gujarat recorded 26 new coronavirus cases on Thursday, taking its overall tally to 12,23,832, while no fresh death linked to the infection was registered in the state, the Health Department said. With no coronavirus death reported during the day, the toll remained unchanged at 10,942, said a release by the Health Department. Also, 30 patients recovered during the last 24 hours, taking the tally of such cases to 12,12,595, it said. The number of active cases in Gujarat now stands at 295, the department said. No new cases of COVID-19 were registered in the adjoining Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu in the last 24 hours, said an official release. Gujarat COVID-19 figures are as follows: Positive cases 12,23,832 new cases 26, deaths 10,942, discharged 12,12,595, active cases 295, people tested so far - figures not released.

Mumbai logs 54 new coronavirus cases, zero deaths; active tally at 258

The financial capital's daily COVID-19 cases had been below 100 since March 2, 2022, but they are showing an uptrend since the past two days

Maharashtra records 139 new Covid cases, 3 deaths; active tally below 1,000

On Wednesday, the state had logged 149 coronavirus cases and two fatalities.

Kerala records 558 fresh Covid-19 cases, two deaths in last 24 hours

Among the 14 districts, Ernakulam recorded the highest with 119 cases followed by Kottayam (69) and Kozhikode (61)

Singapore to further relax Covid restrictions as number of cases decline

Up to 75 per cent of employees will be allowed to return to workplaces. Wearing masks outdoors will be made optional

PM Modi does not care about people, Covid patients: Rahul Gandhi

Former Congress chief Rahul Gandhi hit out at Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday, alleging that he does not care about people, workers or Covid-19 patients

Covid has reversed progress made in fight to end Tuberculosis, says WHO

World Tuberculosis Day is commemorated on March 24 every year to raise public awareness about the devastating health, social and economic consequences of TB

Stress in 30 plus day dues in micro-loans declines in December quarter

Disbursements take a knock on Omicron concerns

Portugal extends coronavirus alert situation until April 18

Among the measures in force is the mandatory use of a mask in public indoor spaces, health services and transport