COVID-19 curbs

China responds to South Korea Covid-19 curbs, suspends short-term visas for incoming travellers

Beijing has stopped issuing short-term visas for visitors from South Korea after it imposed Covid-19 curbs on travellers from China.

Jan 10, 2023, 13:02 PM IST

Karnataka to bring back Covid-19 related measures? Health Minister answers amid spread of new variant BF.7

Karnataka Health Minister's statement came in the wake of the detection of new variant BF.7 of Covid-19 in the country, which is believed to be linked to the surge in cases in China.

Dec 22, 2022, 13:40 PM IST

No mask, no fine: Mumbai, Delhi lift Covid-19 restrictions as cases fall

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) said no fine will be imposed for not wearing face masks in public places from today (April 1, 2022). Meanwhile, the Delhi Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) has reportedly also decided that there will be no fine for not wearing face masks in public places

Apr 01, 2022, 09:10 AM IST

Italy ends two-year Covid-19 state of emergency, lifts restrictions

The wearing of face masks will continue to be required until April 30 to enter shops, offices, restaurants, gyms, pools, theatres and other leisure and cultural venues, as well as workplaces.

Apr 01, 2022, 07:38 AM IST

Haryana lifts all Covid-19 restrictions, urges people not to lower guard

According to the HSDMA order, all restrictions imposed as part of the 'Mahamari Alert-Surakshit Haryana' have been lifted in the state.

Feb 16, 2022, 22:42 PM IST

Bihar relaxes Covid-19 curbs; schools to reopen, restaurants to operate at 50% capacity - Check complete guidelines

Bihar government announced that cinema halls, clubs, gyms, stadiums, swimming pools, and restaurants can now operate at 50 percent capacity in the state.

Feb 06, 2022, 14:42 PM IST

Mumbai Covid-19 curbs: Night curfew lifted; restros, theatres to operate with 50% capacity - 10 points

Thanks to a rapid decline in Covid-19 cases, the administration has decided to ease the restrictions in India's financial capital

Feb 01, 2022, 19:35 PM IST

Nepal to impose odd-even rule for vehicles in Kathmandu Valley from today as Covid-19 cases surge

The nationwide active Covid-19 caseload of Nepal touched 65,603 cases on Friday, with 10,703 new cases being reported over the last 24 hours.

Jan 22, 2022, 08:07 AM IST

63% Delhi residents against lifting Covid-19 curbs till TPR declines to 5%: Report

As per a survey conducted by LocalCircles, around 63 per cent Delhi residents will support the removal of restrictions if the test positivity rate (TPR) falls down to 5 per cent.

Jan 21, 2022, 16:21 PM IST

Delhi LG rejects Kejriwal’s proposal; Weekend curfews to stay, private offices can operate at 50%

“Agreed to 50% attendance in Pvt offices. But suggested that status quo be maintained with regards to weekend curfew and opening of markets and decision be taken on the subject once the COVID situation improves further,” LG House said in a statement.

Jan 21, 2022, 13:46 PM IST

As Covid-19 cases dip, Delhi govt seeks to lift weekend curfew, relax other curbs

The Arvind Kejriwal government had sought Lieutenant Governor Anil Baijal's nod to lift restrictions. However, the LG refused to lift the weekend curfew, but said offices can call 50% staff members

Jan 21, 2022, 10:41 AM IST

Kerala tightens COVID-19 curbs amid Omicron surge, caps attendance at marriages, funerals- Details here

The decision to limit the number of people at weddings and funerals comes after a COVID review meeting chaired by the Chief Minister, a state government release said.

Jan 10, 2022, 14:49 PM IST

Poll-bound Uttarakhand bans political rallies till Jan 16 amid rising COVID-19 cases

Political rallies, dharnas and demonstrations have been banned in poll-bound Uttarakhand till January 16 in view of the rising coronavirus cases, according to an official order.

Jan 08, 2022, 13:07 PM IST

West Bengal relaxes COVID-19 curbs, allows salons and parlours to operate at 50 per cent capacity

West Bengal relaxed COVID-19 curbs and allowed salons and beauty parlours in the state to open at 50 percent capacity.

Jan 08, 2022, 12:04 PM IST

Odisha imposes more COVID-19 restrictions as infections surge- Check guidelines here

The Special Relief Commissioner (SRC) P.K. Jena made the announcement of the additional restrictions that will continue till February 1 (5 a.m.) and will come into effect from January 7 (5 a.m.).

Jan 06, 2022, 08:07 AM IST

Schools up to Class VIII closed, offices to function with 50% staff: Bihar imposes COVID-19 curbs

The Nitish Kumar government has ordered night curfew while other restrictions which will come into effect from Thursday.

Jan 04, 2022, 22:29 PM IST

Omicron spreading fast, set up makeshift hospitals, constitute special teams: Centre warns states, UTs

In a letter written to all chief secretaries, Union Health Secretary Rajesh Bhushan said it is imperative to re-emphasise the significance of timely and swift upgradation of health infrastructure in all states and UTs.

Jan 02, 2022, 08:02 AM IST

Maharashtra announces fresh curbs for weddings, funerals, events amid Omicron scare

"In case of marriages or any other social, political or religious event, the maximum number of attendees shall be restricted to 50 persons. The maximum number of attendees is restricted to 20 in funerals," the order read.

Dec 31, 2021, 09:28 AM IST

Delhi Metro stations witness long queues of commuters amid COVID-19 curbs

Every year, revellers gather at Connaught Place, the heart of New Delhi, adjacent to the metro station, to ring in the New Year. However, with new Covid restrictions and night curfew in place from 11 PM onwards in Delhi amid a scare of Omicron variant of the coronavirus, the crowd is likely to be small.

Dec 30, 2021, 13:13 PM IST