22 April 2021, 20:34 PM
Patanjali spokesperson has rubbished media reports of COVID-19 infection at the naturopathy center Yog gram in Uttarakhand. SK Tijarawala, spokesperson of Baba Ramdev, urged media not to run "false" reports. He further said that no COVID-19 case has been found at the centre.
मीडिया में भ्रामक/निराधार अफवाहों का संज्ञान लेकर हम आगाह करते हैं कोई झूठी खबर ना चलाए।
IPD इनडोर मरीजों की आवश्यक #कोरोना की टेस्टिंग के लिए सेंटर बना रखा है। जो पोजिटिव आए उन्हें प्रवेश नहीं दिया जाता।#योगग्राम #निरामयम #आचार्यकुलम #पतंजलि संस्थानों में कोई पोजिटिव नहीं है pic.twitter.com/w66gVndIBi
— Tijarawala SK (@tijarawala) April 22, 2021
22 April 2021, 19:52 PM
Free COVID-19 vaccination will be provided to people aged above 18 years: Madhya Pradesh CMO quoted CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan as saying. (ANI input)
22 April 2021, 18:49 PM
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will review COVID-19 situation in an internal meeting on Friday at 9 am. He will also interact with CMs of high burden states over the prevailing COVID situation, at 10 am, and at 12:30 pm will hold a virtual meeting with leading oxygen manufacturers in the country. (ANI input).
22 April 2021, 17:30 PM
"Tomorrow, will be chairing high-level meetings to review the prevailing COVID-19 situation. Due to that, I would not be going to West Bengal," Prime Minister Modi tweeted.
22 April 2021, 17:23 PM
Chhattisgarh CM wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking immediate information on availability and cost of COVID-19 vaccines to be provided as part of 3rd phase of vaccination drive commencing May 1. The letter states that Bharat Biotech must supply its vaccines at lesser rates compared to Serum Institute.
Chhattisgarh CM writes to PM seeking immediate information on availability & cost of #COVID19 vaccines to be provided as part of 3rd phase of vaccination drive commencing May 1
Letter argues that Bharat Biotech must supply its vaccines at lesser rates compared to Serum Institute pic.twitter.com/9ii6AxJEm8
— ANI (@ANI) April 22, 2021
22 April 2021, 17:17 PM
300 air passengers skipped mandatory Covid-19 test at Silchar airport in Assam. "All of them are traceable as we have their contact details. FIR will be lodged tomorrow and tracing of all the passengers are underway,” officials said.
Assam | 300 air passengers skip mandatory Covid-19 test, flee Silchar airport.
"All of them are traceable as we have their contact details. FIR will be lodged tomorrow and tracing of all the passengers are underway,” said officials. (21.04) pic.twitter.com/5QVc935FEw
— ANI (@ANI) April 22, 2021
22 April 2021, 17:14 PM
Shanti Mukund hospital in Delhi is facing an oxygen shortage.
"Doctors are saying that if government provides oxygen on time then we don’t have to discharge the patient. My father is a Covid patient and was admitted yesterday. We request the govt to supply O2 on time," Rohit, son of a COVID-19 patient said.
Delhi | Shanti Mukund hospital faces oxygen shortage.
Doctors are saying that if govt provides O2 on time then we don’t have to discharge the patient. My father is a Covid patient and was admitted yesterday. We request the govt to supply O2 on time: Rohit, son of a Covid patient pic.twitter.com/mXUMFVI91l
— ANI (@ANI) April 22, 2021
22 April 2021, 16:59 PM
Responding swiftly to an SOS call at 4 am from Maya Munni Ram Hospital, SHO/Maurya enclave along with his staff arranged oxygen cylinders from Anand Parvat plant and timely delivered to the hospital. Thus, brought huge relief to the families of patients admitted and doctors there.
The SHO Mukherjee Nagar along with his staff arranged three oxygen cylinders at night from Mayapuri plant and delivered it timely to a family of three COVID-19 patients- Gurudatt Bhola 62 yrs, Gauri 57 yrs and Karan 25 yrs.
22 April 2021, 16:11 PM
The PM has directed officials to ensure that oxygen supply to states happens in a smooth, unhindered manner, ANI quoted the PMO as saying.
22 April 2021, 16:08 PM
"Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke about the need to work rapidly on multiple aspects: increasing oxygen production, increasing the speed of distribution and using innovative ways to provide oxygen support to health facilities," breifed Prime Minister's Office (PMO).
"PM was informed that exercise is being done in coordination with states to identify their demand for O2 & ensure adequate supply. Against present demand from 20 states of 6,785 MT/day of Liquid Medical Oxygen, GoI, from April 21, has allocated 6,822 MT/day to these states," it added.
"It was noted that in last few days, availability of Liquid Medical Oxygen has increased by 3,300 MT/day with contributions from private and public steel plants, industries, oxygen manufacturers as well as through prohibition of O2 supply for non-essential industries," the PMO was quoted as saying by ANI.
22 April 2021, 15:51 PM
All shops will remain closed from 6 pm onward in Haryana from tomorrow, all non-essential gatherings are banned, anybody holding any function within the prescribed limit will have to seek permission from the concerned SDM: Haryana Minister Anil Vij. (ANI input)
22 April 2021, 12:16 PM
While addressing media on Thursday (April 22), Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal said, "Centre also allots companies that will supply oxygen to a particular state. Delhi doesn't produce Oxygen, supply here is done by other states...Some of the Govts, in whose states these companies are, had stopped the supply that was to come to Delhi from these companies."
Govts said that they'll use Oxygen in their states first, use Delhi's quota too & that they'll not let trucks come to Delhi. But I would like to thank Centre & Delhi High Court that they helped us a lot in last 2-3 days. Due to this, Oxygen has started reaching Delhi: Delhi CM
— ANI (@ANI) April 22, 2021
22 April 2021, 12:16 PM
“Delhi is facing oxygen crisis for past few days. Centre fixes Oxygen quota for all states. As per Delhi govt's estimate, the UT needs 700 tons/day, Centre had fixed it to 378 tons earlier & increased it to 480 tons y'day. We need more but we're thankful to them for this,” added Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal.
22 April 2021, 12:15 PM
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday thanked the Centre for raising the national capital's oxygen quota. Addressing the media on the prevailing situation in the national capital to 480 tons.
“Centre has helped the government in the last two-three days and assured smooth supply of oxygen,” said the Delhi Chief Minister.
22 April 2021, 12:08 PM
The Gujarat High Court on Wednesday, through an order on the Suo Moto PIL, suggested the Gujarat government should change the Remdesivir distribution policy, which was based on the local authority`s discretion.
The High Court said that Remdesivir`s distribution should be based on the patient`s needs. The Court told the government to reconsider its existing policy.
22 April 2021, 12:07 PM
"There is an oxygen shortage supply. This situation has been continuing for the last 5-6 days. The oxygen supplier cannot be contacted. Right now, we have oxygen only for one hour," said PK Bhardwaj, Chief Executive Director, Saroj Hospital, Delhi.
22 April 2021, 12:06 PM
The Delhi High Court on Thursday declined to set aside the Competition Commission of India (CCI) order calling for an investigation into allegations of abuse of dominance levelled against WhatsApp in connection with its privacy policy.
22 April 2021, 12:05 PM
Delhi Health Minister Satyendar Jain said, "There is a crisis of ICU beds. We have made a request to the Centre, I think they will give us 700-800 ICU beds soon. We have demanded 7000 beds in Central government-run hospitals, they have given us around 2000."
There's a grave Oxygen crisis in Delhi for last 3 days. Centre increased allocation y'day. It's making allocations to all states. Delhi's quota was less than requirement, they increased it now. If crisis is resolved in a day or 2, number of beds will be increased:Delhi Health Min
— ANI (@ANI) April 22, 2021
22 April 2021, 12:04 PM
Karnataka Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa was on Thursday discharged from the private hospital here where he was undergoing treatment for COVID-19.
22 April 2021, 12:04 PM
COVID-19 Vaccine registration for those above 18 to open on Saturday (April 24) on CoWin portal.
22 April 2021, 11:01 AM
Dehradun DM directed the people that "Mandatory for tourists, devotees & others coming from outside the state to register on Smart City Portal, entry allowed only after registration; RT-PCR negative report not older than 72 hrs necessary. People returning to state to undergo 7-day quarantine."
22 April 2021, 11:00 AM
Delhi High Court dismisses Facebook and WhatsApp's pleas challenging a Competition Commission of India (CCI) order for an investigation into the messaging app's new privacy policy.
22 April 2021, 10:57 AM
In view of rise in no.of COVID patients & opening of multiple COVID facilities in the hospital, need for manpower has increased. So, you're requested to provide 80% of your residents & 80% of your faculty members for COVID mgmt pool: Chairperson, COVID-19 task force, AIIMS Delhi.
22 April 2021, 10:57 AM
Haryana Health Minister Anil Vij said, "Officers of the State Health Department to hold a meeting today evening with farmers, sitting in protests at Haryana borders, regarding their #COVID19 testings and vaccination. The Department will begin the work after the farmer leaders agree."
22 April 2021, 10:56 AM
Haryana: 1710 doses of #COVID19 vaccine, including 1270 of Covishield & 440 of Covaxin, stolen from PPC centre at Civil Hospital in Jind, files stolen too. Centre's incharge says, "I'll also check our main store that keeps supply for entire district. I'll also inform officials."
Haryana: 1710 doses of #COVID19 vaccine, including 1270 of Covishield & 440 of Covaxin, stolen from PPC centre at Civil Hospital in Jind, files stolen too. Centre's incharge says, "I'll also check our main store that keeps supply for entire district. I'll also inform officials." pic.twitter.com/QqAZqa23CM
— ANI (@ANI) April 22, 2021
22 April 2021, 09:14 AM
Madhya Pradesh: Curfew imposed in Bhopal Municipal Corporation and Berasia municipality areas till 6 am on April 26th, in the wake of COVID-19 situation
22 April 2021, 09:13 AM
27,27,05,103 samples tested for COVID-19 up to 21st April 2021. Of these, 16,51,711 samples were tested yesterday: Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
27,27,05,103 samples tested for #COVID19 up to 21st April 2021. Of these, 16,51,711 samples were tested yesterday: Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) pic.twitter.com/T2FPYEFNBT
— ANI (@ANI) April 22, 2021
22 April 2021, 09:10 AM
Lockdown imposed in Jharkhand from today till April 29 with some exemptions. During the lockdown, essential services will continue. Religious places will remain open but a gathering of devotees will not be allowed.
22 April 2021, 09:09 AM
Andhra Pradesh: "Oxygen Express" arrives in Visakhapatnam. The cryogenic tankers, with a total carrying capacity of more than 100 tons of LMO (Liquid Medical Oxygen) will be loaded with LMO at Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Ltd (RINL) - Visakhapatnam Steel Plant.
#WATCH | "Oxygen Express" arrives in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. The cryogenic tankers, with a total carrying capacity of more than 100 tons of LMO (Liquid Medical Oxygen) will be loaded with LMO at Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Ltd (RINL) - Visakhapatnam Steel Plant. pic.twitter.com/uKb7AK2MR5
— ANI (@ANI) April 22, 2021
21 April 2021, 23:26 PM
Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Madan Mitra tests positive for COVID-19. He had earlier complained of breathing problems and was admitted to SSKM Hospital in Kolkata. (ANI)
21 April 2021, 23:25 PM
West Bengal reports 10,784 fresh COVID-19 cases, 5,616 discharges, and 58 deaths in the last 24 hours Active cases: 63,496 Total recoveries: 6,14,750 Death toll: 10,710. (ANI)
21 April 2021, 21:04 PM
Covid update : In Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, 2204 new COVID-19 positive cases have been reported since our last update yesterday, 905 from Jammu Division and 1299 from Kashmir Division. Moreover 733 more COVID-19 patients have recovered, 254 from Jammu Division and 479 from Kashmir Division. Also, 13 COVID-19 deaths have been reported, 10 from Jammu Division and 03 from Kashmir Division.
21 April 2021, 20:18 PM
Kerala government to provide COVID-19 vaccine free of cost for all above 18 years of age: CM Pinarayi Vijayan. (ANI)
21 April 2021, 20:15 PM
Congress MP from Thiruvananthapuram tests positive for COVID-19, shares information on Twitter.
After waiting two days for a test appointment and another day & a half for the results, I finally have confirmation: I’m #Covid positive. Hoping to deal with it in a “positive” frame of mind, with rest, steam & plenty of fluids. My sister& 85 year old mother are in the same boat.
— Shashi Tharoor (@ShashiTharoor) April 21, 2021
21 April 2021, 19:59 PM
Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury tests COVID-19 positive.
I have been tested covid positive, requesting all who came in contact with me for last 7 days must comply with covid protocols, I will be continuing my campaign through virtual platform, I do suggest and request all to take utmost care to keep away covid from your lives.
— Adhir Chowdhury (@adhirrcinc) April 21, 2021
21 April 2021, 18:54 PM
Karnataka records 23,558 fresh COVID-19 cases, 6,412 discharges and 116 fatalities in the last 24 hours; case tally at 12,22,202 and active cases at 1,76,188.
21 April 2021, 18:49 PM
Andhra Pradesh reports 9,716 new #COVID19 cases, 38 deaths and 3,359 recoveries in the last 24 hours.
Total cases: 9,86,703
Death toll: 7,510
Active cases: 60,208
Total recoveries: 9,18,985
(Source: ANI)
21 April 2021, 18:41 PM
Gautam Gambhir BJP MP from East Delhi on Twitter wrote: "People of East Delhi can get ‘Fabiflu’ from MP office (2, Jagriti Enclave) for FREE between 10-5. Kindly get Aadhaar and prescription."
People of East Delhi can get ‘Fabiflu’ from MP office (2, Jagriti Enclave) for FREE between 10-5. Kindly get Aadhar & prescription
पूर्वी दिल्ली के लोग “Fabiflu” मेरे कार्यालय (2, जाग्रति एन्क्लेव) से 10 से 5 के बीच मुफ़्त में ले सकते हैं. अपना आधार और डॉक्टर की पर्ची ले आएं
— Gautam Gambhir (@GautamGambhir) April 21, 2021
21 April 2021, 18:28 PM
Indian Air Force transport fleet airlifts medical personnel, critical equipment and medicines for COVID-19 hospitals and facilities across the country.
The IAF transport fleet is supporting the fight against Covid-19. Air lift of medical personnel, critical equipment and medicines is underway for Covid Hospitals and facilities across the country. pic.twitter.com/eBHv2yicyR
— Indian Air Force (@IAF_MCC) April 21, 2021
21 April 2021, 18:25 PM
P Shivakumar, MD, Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals on oxygen supply shortage said, "The situation is quite grim. We've supplies that will probably take us till midnight today. If we don't get replenishment on time there can be a serious crisis. We are not getting a daily supply of oxygen due to which replenishment is not happening. The demand for oxygen has gone up. We have around 350 COVID-19 patients and all of them require oxygen. Delhi govt is trying to make sure oxygen supplies come on time." (ANI)
21 April 2021, 17:40 PM
As a country, if we work together, use oxygen and Remdesivir judiciously, then, there will be no shortage anywhere. In terms of the number of people who need oxygen and oxygen supply, we are well balanced: Dr Guleria, AIIMS (ANI)
21 April 2021, 17:22 PM
Five hours of oxygen left at Delhi's Sir Ganga Ram Hospital which has 58 COVID-19 patients 10 in the intensive care unit (ICU). Around 35 patients await admission to the hospital. (ANI)
21 April 2021, 16:31 PM
A three-member committee has been formed to investigate the case, the panel will investigate the accident and submit its report.
21 April 2021, 16:30 PM
The death toll in Nashik's oxygen leak incident rises to 22, which includes These include one engineer, one administrative officer and one health officer.
21 April 2021, 16:08 PM
'Anguished by loss of lives in Nashik', says PM Modi.
The tragedy at a hospital in Nashik because of oxygen tank leakage is heart-wrenching. Anguished by the loss of lives due to it. Condolences to the bereaved families in this sad hour.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 21, 2021
21 April 2021, 15:29 PM
Union Education Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank tests positive for COVID-19.
This is to inform you all that I have tested COVID positive today. I am taking medication & treatment as per the advice of my doctors.
Request all those who have come in my contact recently to be observant, and get themselves tested.— Dr. Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank (@DrRPNishank) April 21, 2021
21 April 2021, 14:39 PM
Nashik oxygen leakage: An Oxygen tanker leaked while tankers were being filled at Dr Zakir Hussain Hospital in Maharashtra's Nashik district on Wednesday. The officials were present at the spot and an operation to contain the leak is underway.
"Due to the valves leakage of the tanker in Nashik, there was massive Oxygen leakage. There must definitely have been an impact on the hospital it was going to but I'm yet to gather more information. We'll issue a press note after gathering more information," said Maharashtra Health Minister.
"It's an unfortunate incident. As per preliminary info, we've learnt that 11 people died. We're trying to get a detailed report. We've ordered an enquiry as well. Those who are responsible will not be spared," said FDA Minister Dr Rajendra Shingane.
21 April 2021, 14:34 PM
Alipur Police Station, Outer North District police facilitated the movement of Oxygen tanker from Singhu Border, which was stuck at Kundli Border today. The tanker was scheduled to arrive at Jaipur Golden Hospital in Rohini.
#WATCH Delhi | Alipur Police Station, Outer North District police facilitated the movement of Oxygen tanker from Singhu Border, which was stuck at Kundli Border today. The tanker was scheduled to arrive at Jaipur Golden Hospital in Rohini.
(Source: Delhi Police) pic.twitter.com/ndKptJ3nUZ
— ANI (@ANI) April 21, 2021
21 April 2021, 14:32 PM
Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga has cancelled plans to visit India and the Philippines during his country`s extended holiday starting in late April amid a sharp rise in COVID-19 cases, a senior government spokesman said on Wednesday.
21 April 2021, 14:08 PM
BJP spokesperson Sambit Patra on Wednesday (April 21) said that the Congress party is trying to sell its failed product yet again and it is seeing the pandemic as an opportunity for the same.
"When things shouldn't be politicised, Congress, especially Gandhi family is doing politics. Priyanka Gandhi Vadra gave an interview and Rahul Gandhi tweeted. The nation is watching how they are criticising and it will give them a reply. The arrogance of Gandhi family is being reflected," he said.
