Covid-19 surge: Masks mandatory in Maharashtra? State Health Minister clarifies
Maharashtra Health Minister Rajesh Tope said it is recommended to wear masks in enclosed places like trains, buses, cinemas, auditoriums, offices, hospitals, colleges and schools.
Jun 04, 2022, 20:23 PM IST
Omicron surge: Section 144 imposed in Mumbai till Jan 7, New Year celebrations banned
Maharashtra has so far reported 258 cases of the Omicron variant of the coronavirus.
Dec 30, 2021, 10:10 AM IST
Maharashtra's Omicron tally crosses 100 mark
Maharashtra's Omicron tally is now at 108
Dec 24, 2021, 20:13 PM IST
Avoid gatherings, mandatory vaccination: Mumbai's new COVID guidelines on Christmas, New Year
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) on Saturday issued fresh guidelines to curb the spread of COVID-19 cases during the festive season.
Dec 18, 2021, 18:36 PM IST
Maharashtra reports 8 new Omicron cases, tally rises to 48
Out of the eight new patients- six are from Pune while the other two are from Mumbai and Thane, respectively
Dec 17, 2021, 22:45 PM IST
Mumbai schools to reopen for classes 8 to 12 from THIS date
The decision on resuming offline sessions for other classes will be taken next month, the official informed.
Sep 29, 2021, 18:51 PM IST
No new lockdown in Maharashtra: State health minister appeals to celebrate festivals responsibly
“There is no possibility of fresh lockdown in the near future. I appeal people to avoid crowding while celebrating the Ganesh festival. The celebration should be simple,” said Maharashtra health minister Rajesh Tope on Friday.
Sep 04, 2021, 06:52 AM IST
Second wave of COVID-19 under control in the state, says Maharashtra government
After a cabinet meeting, the CMO stated that the second wave of the Covid-19 infection has come under control in the state and that this has been possible because of cooperation from citizens
Aug 19, 2021, 08:14 AM IST
Delta variant found in 80 per cent COVID samples in Maharashtra
According to a state health department, as many as 76 patients have been found to be positive with Delta Plus variant, out of which five have died so far and 71 have recovered.
Aug 17, 2021, 15:07 PM IST
Maharashtra BJP announces protest, demands resumption of local train service for vaccinated people
The Maharashtra government had hinted that fully vaccinated passengers would be permitted to travel in suburban train services, but the latest announcement did not offer the required respite.
Aug 06, 2021, 07:07 AM IST
Karnataka to closely monitor travellers from Kerala, Maharashtra amid COVID pandemic
Special teams have been formed to ensure proper surveillance on travellers coming from Kerala and Maharashtra into the state especially to Bengaluru.
Aug 02, 2021, 11:41 AM IST
COVID-19: Prohibitory orders under Section 144 enforced in Pune tourist-picnic spots
The tourist-picnic spots which come under this prohibitory orders include Bhushi dam, various points in Lonavala and Khandala, Sinhgad Fort, Panshet, Varasgaon dam among others, the officials said.
Jul 17, 2021, 09:18 AM IST
68 inmates test positive for COVID-19 in Maharashtra's Raigad jail
The district administration has also identified COVID-19 hotspots in 36 villages in Alibaug taluka.
Jul 13, 2021, 17:31 PM IST
Maharashtra to start vaccination drive for 30-44 age group from tomorrow, know more
The Maharashtra government has been allocated 72 lakh vials of vaccines this month of which 25 lakh have been received and distributed.
Jun 18, 2021, 23:27 PM IST
Shocked at heavy traffic in Mumbai, CM Uddhav Thackeray warns of stricter COVID-19 curbs
Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray said on Monday (May 31) that he was completely taken aback to see heavy traffic on state capital Mumbai's roads as he went to caution the people against a possible third wave of coronavirus infection in the state.
May 31, 2021, 20:42 PM IST
Maharashtra to ease COVID-19 restrictions after May 31? Here's what minister Vijay Wadettiwar says
Maharashtra state government can give a waiver on the stringent restrictions imposed under "Break the Chain" across the state including Mumbai after May 31.
May 24, 2021, 17:54 PM IST
COVID vaccine for 18+ to start on May 1 to mark Maharashtra Day: Health Minister Rajesh Tope
Tope said that Maharashtra is “Number 1” in terms of vaccination and has a capacity to inoculate 13 lakh people a day.
Apr 30, 2021, 16:42 PM IST
New Covid guidelines in Maharashtra: Here is what is allowed, what is not
The Maharashtra government announced fresh curbs under the 'break the chain,' initiative as COVID-19 cases continued to soar across the state.
Apr 22, 2021, 09:38 AM IST
Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray mulls lockdown, to hold all-party meet on April 10 amid COVID-19 surge
The meeting will be attended by prominent leaders of the three parties involved in the Mahavikas Aghadi government, leaders of BJP, leaders of MNS, API, SP, and others.
Apr 09, 2021, 19:25 PM IST
No shortage of vaccines, Maha, C'garh need to put their act together: Dr Harsh Vardhan
Union Health Minister Dr Harsh Vardhan said that the allegations of vaccine shortage were utterly baseless and that it was an attempt by the state governments to divert attention from their own failures.
Apr 07, 2021, 19:31 PM IST
