COVID-19 vaccination for 18-44 yrs age group to commence from May 10 in Uttarakhand
The COVID vaccination for people in the age group of 18 to 44 years will begin in Uttarakhand from Monday (May 10, 2021), informed the Chief Minister's Office (CMO) on Saturday (May 8, 2021).
May 09, 2021, 07:48 AM IST
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee targets Centre in state assembly, demands universal COVID-19 vaccination programme
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee targeted the BJP-led Central government on Saturday (May 8, 2021) over its vaccination policy.
May 08, 2021, 14:00 PM IST
Thinking of getting COVID-19 Vaccination jab? Here’s 6 points you should note
The central government has released numerous steps on how to monitor and report any side effects caused by COVID-19 vaccine jab. The authorities have posted an infographic for the welfare of the people on its official Twitter handle.
May 07, 2021, 15:07 PM IST
Nia Sharma urges 'woke' celebs to list out vaccination centers in new strong post!
In a recent social media post, Nia Sharma criticised celebs for urging fans to get vaccinated without providing adequate information on the vaccination centres.
Apr 30, 2021, 13:34 PM IST
Four opposition-ruled states say 'no stock of COVID-19 vaccine', can’t begin vaccination drive on May 1
Few days before the Central government is set to expand the COVID-19 vaccination drive for those above 18 years, many opposition-ruled states have flagged the issue of shortage of vaccine.
Apr 29, 2021, 06:56 AM IST
55.51 lakh people vaccinated so far, procuring 1.5 crore COVID-19 vaccines for next phase: Tamil Nadu government
Days ahead of May 1st, when vaccination against Covid-19 is meant to be open for all adults aged between 18 and 44 in India, the Tamil Nadu Government said it has issued orders to procure 1.5 crore vaccinations via the Tamil Nadu medical Services Corporation.
Apr 28, 2021, 14:45 PM IST
‘Don't make India victim of the BJP's system’, says Rahul Gandhi, demands free COVID vaccine for all
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, who is currently under isolation after testing positive for COVID-19, on Monday (April 26) said that all Indian citizens should get COVID-19 vaccines for free and nobody should be made a "victim of the BJP's system".
Apr 26, 2021, 13:30 PM IST
Centre will give 50% vaccines free to states, UTs: clarifies Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan
Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan has clarified on the issue of vaccines after concerns were raised from various quarters including the Congress.
Apr 26, 2021, 10:10 AM IST
Shocking! Three old women administered anti-rabies vaccine instead of COVID-19 in UP's Shamli, probe ordered
In a shocking incident, three senior citizens were administered with anti-rabies vaccine rather than the COVID-19 vaccine in Uttar Pradesh’s Shamli.
Apr 09, 2021, 13:37 PM IST
India’s COVID-19 vaccination drive leads globally with average of over 34 lakh doses per day
With an average of 34,30,502 anti-coronavirus doses being given per day, India has topped globally in terms of the number of jabs administered daily, the Union Health Ministry said on Thursday (April 8).
Apr 08, 2021, 14:16 PM IST
Over 7 crore Indians given COVID-19 vaccination, says Health Ministry as India sees massive spike in COVID-19 cases
The country has administered a total of 7,06,18,026 vaccine doses till 8 pm, the Health Ministry ministry said.
Apr 03, 2021, 08:54 AM IST
India produces 60 per cent of world's COVID-19 vaccine: Harsh Vardhan
"India produces 60 per cent of the world's vaccine. More than 61 million vaccine doses have already been administered in our country and 64 million doses have been given to 84 countries under various programmes," the Union Health Minister said in a statement.
Mar 31, 2021, 10:31 AM IST
India records 24,492 new COVID-19 cases, total vaccinations cross 3 crore
India also recorded the highest vaccinations in a day with over 3 million vaccine doses administered.
Mar 16, 2021, 12:55 PM IST
Haryana to hold massive COVID-19 vaccination drive today
"The main objective of the Department is to ensure maximum reach of the Covi-19 vaccine," said Rajeev Arora, Additional Chief Secretary of Health.
Mar 15, 2021, 07:04 AM IST
Nepal PM KP Sharma Oli receives first jab of Indian-made COVID-19 vaccine
Nepal’s Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli received his first dose of the Made-in-India COVID-19 vaccine on Sunday (March 7), as the second phase of the inoculation drive officially began in the country. PM Oli got vaccinated at the Maharajgunj-based Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital (TUTH) in Kathmandu.
Mar 07, 2021, 16:32 PM IST
PM Narendra Modi leads by example, says Health Minister Harsh Vardhan, urges opposition to support vaccination drive
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has led by example as he took the first jab of COVID-19 vaccine on Monday (March 1), the day when the vaccination of people above 60 years began, said Union Health and Family Minister Harsh Vardhan.
Mar 01, 2021, 17:21 PM IST
Here's how to register for COVID-19 vaccination on Co-WIN 2.0 portal
In the third phase of the coronavirus vaccination drive which begins from March 1, the government is aiming to expand the vaccination drive to the general public of the nation, which include people with co-morbidities in the 45-59 years age group and senior citizens.
Feb 28, 2021, 20:58 PM IST
COVID-19 vaccine registration on Co-WIN 2.0 portal begins from March 1, check details
In the third phase of the coronavirus vaccination drive which begins from March 1, the government is aiming to expand the vaccination drive to the general public of the nation, which include people with co-morbidities in the 45-59 years age group and senior citizens.
Feb 28, 2021, 20:33 PM IST
Planning to get a COVID-19 vaccine shot? Check what documents are required
The government has issued a new notice in which it is stated that the COVID-19 vaccination drive will now include other age groups and that more hospitals will be roped in to help. These new changes will be implemented from March 1 onwards. Check out below the procedure and requirements to avail of the COVID-19 vaccine:
Feb 28, 2021, 09:51 AM IST
COVID-19 vaccination second phase to begin in March: Check how to self-register
The Centre on Wednesday (February 25) announced that people over 60 years and those above 45 with comorbidities can get COVID-19 vaccine from March 1 even as it cautioned states and union territories that any laxity in implementing stringent curbs could "compound the situation".
Feb 25, 2021, 18:48 PM IST
