World Health Organization

WHO chief pledges to increase funding and improve funding quality

WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus on Wednesday (May 20) said that the global health body increase its funding and also imporve the funding quality in order to expand its programs and provide support to the countries which are in need of help.

May 21, 2020, 06:09 AM IST

Coronavirus Lockdown: WB CM Mamata Banerjee explains 'Social Distancing'

Amid crisis, the world is battling against coronavirus, meanwhile, WB Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee explains Social Distancing by coming on the streets. She started making marks on the road to spread awareness among the people of the state.

Mar 26, 2020, 18:58 PM IST

WhatsApp launches coronavirus information site to prevent spread of rumours

WhatsApp has partnered with the World Health Organization (WHO), UNICEF, and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) to launch a coronavirus-related information center. 

Mar 18, 2020, 20:59 PM IST

Zee News salutes doctors, cleaners, nurses who are helping in fight against novel coronavirus

The novel coronavirus, or COVID-19, the pandemic has spread across at least 155 countries. There are at least 114 active cases of the novel coronavirus in India right now. The Union Health Ministry has said that 13 people have recovered so far, but two have died. Zee News in this segment salutes all those warriors who are fighting against the deadly virus. Watch report:

Mar 16, 2020, 20:48 PM IST

Shaheen Bagh protestors refuse to stop protest after Delhi gov instructions

The ban on gatherings of more than 50 people in Delhi to stop coronavirus spread will also cover protests including the one against the amended citizenship law in Shaheen Bagh, Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal said on March 16. However, in the latest update, the Shaheen Bagh protestors will have refused to follow the order of the Delhi government

Mar 16, 2020, 19:54 PM IST

Follow these precautions while buying grocery, save yourself from coronavirus

The coronavirus cases are increasing in India but there is no need to panic. While going for grocery shopping you can follow the instructions shown in the video and save yourself from coming in contact with the virus.

Mar 16, 2020, 18:50 PM IST

2 years jail if you are found spreading coronavirus intentionally

Every individual who is safe from the novel coronavirus is that who is cautious and is taking precautions. The total number of coronavirus cases in India has risen to 110. Zee News initiates a move to visit the hospital if you are feeling the symptoms of the deadly virus. Do not run from the fear of the quartine or the isolation period. Doing this you will not only put yourself in danger but also people around you.

Mar 16, 2020, 18:08 PM IST

Zee News awareness campaign: How to save yourself from Coronavirus

India has reported 75 positive cases of the novel coronavirus, or COVID-19, with authorities taking emergency measures to contain its spread like shutting down schools, colleges and cinema halls in the national capital and some other places. Zee News brings you an informative video on what are the symptoms and precautions of the novel coronavirus.

Mar 13, 2020, 17:56 PM IST

Postponing Olympics better than playing in empty stadiums: Donald Trump

Meanwhile, organisers of the Tokyo Games have said that the preparation for the July 24 Games will continue.

Mar 13, 2020, 10:28 AM IST

Taal Thok Ke Special Edition: Zee News will answer your coronavirus related questions

India has so far reported 73 cases of coronavirus across 11 states. The World Health Organisation has declared this virus a pandemic. Zee News in this special segment of Taal Thok Ke will answer some of your questions related to Covid-19.

Mar 12, 2020, 19:30 PM IST

Coronavirus Breaking: Biggest fall so far in Indian share market

Markets worldwide dropped drastically after the World Health Organization declared the new coronavirus a pandemic, heightening fears of a global economic recession. After witnessing one of the worst single day fall in recent times, benchmark indices closed nearly 8% lower in Thursday's bearish trade. The 30-share index BSE Sensex closed 2,919 points lower at 32,778, while 50-share index NSE Nifty ended 868 points lower at 9,590.

Mar 12, 2020, 16:50 PM IST

Coronavirus outbreak has pandemic potential, says WHO; toll in China reaches 2,788

The remarks came just hours before China`s National Health Commission announced on Friday that the toll in the mainland had increased to 2,788 with a total of 78,824 confirmed cases, Xinhua news agency reported.

Feb 28, 2020, 11:00 AM IST

Death toll increases to 2,592 in China as deadly coronavirus spreads globally

Other than China, South Korea is the biggest hotspot of the deadly coronavirus which has lead to worsening health conditions in the country.

Feb 24, 2020, 18:51 PM IST

Head of WHO-led coronavirus probe team leaving for China by February 11

The death toll in mainland China rose to 723 on Saturday, the WHO said, looking likely to pass the 774 deaths recorded globally during the 2002-2003 outbreak of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS)

Feb 08, 2020, 23:05 PM IST

An extra 15 minute daily walk could boost global economy, says study

Adding an extra 15 minutes of daily walking, or jogging a steady one kilometre each day, would improve productivity and extend life expectancy - leading to more economic growth, the study by the health insurance group Vitality and the think tank RAND Europe found.

Nov 06, 2019, 17:44 PM IST

Lowering BP, sodium intake may cut 94 million early deaths

For the study, the researchers used global data from multiple studies and estimates from the World Health Organization in making their calculations.

Jun 11, 2019, 11:31 AM IST

World Environment Day: Beat air pollution with IIT-Delhi alumni's low-cost solution

Launched by IIT-Delhi alumni, Nanoclean Global Pvt Ltd is an Indian start-up, providing low-cost solutions to tackle air pollution. It had won the prestigious Startup National Award for their effort. #WorldEnvironmentDay #BeatAirPollution #IIT

Jun 05, 2019, 16:00 PM IST

Discrimination against women disturbs me: Amitabh Bachchan

Megastar Amitabh Bachchan on Sunday said he is pained that women who carry hepatitis B virus face discrimination in the society, something he will continue to fight for. 

Feb 24, 2019, 18:56 PM IST

Air pollution in 39 major northern Chinese cities up by 16 per cent in January

China`s official air quality standard is 35 micrograms, while the World Health Organization recommends an annual average of no more than 10.

Feb 12, 2019, 09:47 AM IST

WHO study likens palm oil lobbying to tobacco and alcohol industries

Trans fats are prepared in an industrial process that makes liquid oils solid at room temperature, and are now widely recognised as bad for health.

Jan 09, 2019, 10:26 AM IST