Coronavirus outbreak

DNA: Corona virus has come again!

Corona virus is once again spreading very fast in India. In the last 24 hours, 3016 new cases of corona have come. After 180 days, the maximum number of corona cases have been registered in India. The Central Government and the State Governments have brought out guidelines regarding Corona.

Mar 31, 2023, 00:00 AM IST

526 new cases of corona in last 24 hours

Coronavirus in India: Corona virus seems to be making a comeback in India. In the last 24 hours, 526 new cases of corona have come and 2 people have died.

Mar 19, 2023, 18:26 PM IST

New ‘WAVE’ of Coronavirus in China; 10,000 new Covid-19 cases, LOCKDOWN in many cities

The country reported 10,729 new cases on Friday, almost all of them testing positive while showing no symptoms. With the bulk of Beijing's 21 million people undergoing near daily testing, another 118 new cases were recorded in the sprawling city.

Nov 11, 2022, 12:52 PM IST

Now, new mobile app may accurately detect Covid-19 in your voice - Details here

The AI model used in the research is more accurate than rapid antigen tests or lateral flow tests.

Sep 07, 2022, 11:42 AM IST

Covid-19 fourth wave: Another coronavirus outbreak likely soon? Check what new study says

The new study predicts that Omicron is burning itself out while Delta is just biding its time.

May 04, 2022, 15:20 PM IST

Fire breaks out at Russia's Defense Research Institute

Six people have died in a fire at Russia's Defense Research Institute. Also, there have been reports of 27 people getting injured.

Apr 22, 2022, 11:06 AM IST

COVID-19 will kill another 1 lakh people, warns Germany's top virologist

Germany`s Health Minister has publicly blamed those not inoculated for the soaring cases, describing the current situation as a "pandemic of the unvaccinated".

Nov 10, 2021, 22:55 PM IST

International Yoga Day 2021: Yoga is a very effective weapon against COVID-19

The whole world is struggling with COVID-19, but yoga has played a very important role in this entire struggle. Especially in India, yoga has emerged as an important weapon in the war against Coronavirus.

Jun 21, 2021, 11:08 AM IST

With average 600 deaths per day, US records lowest fatality rate in 10 months

COVID-19 deaths in the US have tumbled to an average of around 600 per day 'the lowest level in 10 months' with the number of lives lost dropping to single digits in well over half the states and hitting zero on some days.

May 12, 2021, 22:55 PM IST

Weekend lockdown imposed as COVID-19 threat looms around the corner

French citizens in the north of France are getting ready to observe a weekend lockdown after authorities announced the measure on Thursday (March 4).

Mar 06, 2021, 09:30 AM IST

China's compulsory anal COVID-19 tests for International travelers upsets visitors

Foreign visitors have been upset by China`s anal swab tests for COVID-19, prompting complaints of inconvenience and even psychological trauma, and stoking debate over their necessity. A few cities, such as the capital, Beijing, Shanghai and the port city of Qingdao require the checks, in addition to nasal or throat swab tests, for some international arrivals, state media say.

Mar 04, 2021, 21:54 PM IST

COVID-19: WHO team dismisses 'lab leak' theory of coronavirus origin in China

The WHO team visiting China to probe the origins of COVID-19 in Wuhan dismissed the `lab leak` theory of the coronavirus origin from the Chinese city. The lead expert said that the judgment was based on "long, frank, open discussions with researchers and management" at institutions including the Wuhan Institute of Virology (WIV).

Feb 10, 2021, 06:36 AM IST

No new COVID-19 deaths in THESE states and UTs in 24 hours, says Centre; know more

Addressing a press briefing, he said India was the fastest country to reach 6 million vaccination doses of COVID-19 in 24 days. Bhushan said within the country also some states have performed well while other need to improve their vaccination coverage. On the other hand, Bhushan said, there are 11 states and UTs that have vaccinated less than 40 per cent of healthcare workers. 

Feb 09, 2021, 18:41 PM IST

Coronavirus found on ice cream cartons in Chinese city, government swings into action

China informed of reports about discovering coronavirus in ice cream cartons, though there is no indication anyone had contracted the virus.

Jan 17, 2021, 12:10 PM IST

Health Ministry calls urgent meeting to discuss 'out of control' coronavirus strain in UK

Health Ministry calls urgent meeting of its Joint Monitoring Group on Monday to discuss new, mutated strain of the coronavirus in UK.

Dec 21, 2020, 06:34 AM IST

New strain of coronavirus 'out of control' in UK; lockdown may be extended

There is a surge in COVID-19 infection in UK due to a new variant of the coronavirus leading to a new stringent lockdown from Sunday.

Dec 20, 2020, 20:54 PM IST

Air crew with asymptomatic COVID-19 infection to undergo home isolation for 10 days, says DGCA

The DCGA released a circular with new instructions for flight crew members that test positive for COVID-19

Dec 20, 2020, 20:15 PM IST

China's Wuhan, epicentre of coronavirus COVID-19 infection, gets its nightlife back

In a crowded Wuhan beer hall, Zhang Qiong wipes birthday cake from her face after a food fight with her friends.

Dec 18, 2020, 10:47 AM IST

SC asks Centre to impose strict COVID-19 rules till vaccine is introduced

The Supreme Court said that the Centre has to impose rules and ensure that they are strictly followed until a COVID-19 vaccine is introduced.

Nov 27, 2020, 14:08 PM IST

Amid COVID-19 surge in Delhi, RT-PCR tests to be increased from 18000 to 27000 daily

As daily cases rise in Delhi, the number of RT-PCR tests have been increased the decision was taken after an all-party meeting in the national capital.

Nov 19, 2020, 15:00 PM IST