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End of Covid depends on how we behave, not the virus: Prof K Srinath Reddy

Reddy has vast experience in the healthcare sector and earlier headed the department of cardiology at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS). Listen to the podcast for more

SBI allocates Rs 70 crore to combat second wave of Covid-19

SBI has allocated Rs 71 crore to support various initiatives in combating Covid-19 and is in talks with various designated authorities to explore partnerships for setting up makeshift hospitals

Substantial increase in remdesivir production, allotment to states: Gowda

Union minister Sadananda Gowda on Saturday said that substantial increase has been made in overall production and allotment of remdesivir, used in the treatment of COVID-19, to all states. This will make India's fight stronger against COVID-19, the Chemicals & Fertilizers Minister said. In a tweet Gowda said, "After detailed review of state wise allotment of #Remdesivir with @Pharmadept substantial increase has been made in overall production & allotment to all states". A total of 16 lakh remdesivir vials are being allocated to the states and union territories from April 21to April 30, 2021, Gowda said.

Action necessary against tweets spreading misinfo, panic on Covid: Govt

A Twitter spokesperson had earlier informed that tweets that advance harmful, false or misleading narratives about COVID-19 vaccinations would continue to be removed from the platform

Steep hike in fares on India-US flights after 'do not travel' US advisory

Average fare for an economy class ticket on a India-US flight is around Rs 50,000, but the fares for this week's flights are hovering around Rs 150,000

What medicines should you take if you have Covid-19? Let's find out

Covid-19: Man caught with 12 vials of Remdesivir injections in Mumbai

A 22-year-man was caught with a dozen vials of Remdesivir, a key medicine in treatment of coronavirus, said police on Friday

Delhi records over 4,000 Covid-19 cases, highest single-day spike this year

The city had reported 3,567 cases on Saturday and 3,594 cases on Friday

Why did govt extend the interval between Covishield doses to 8 weeks?

The government has increased the time interval between the two doses of Covishield - the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine against Covid-19, from four-six weeks to four-eight weeks

Patanjali's Coronil, 1st 'proof-based' drug to fight Covid, gets govt nod

Ramdev-led Patanjali Ayurved had launched 'Coronil', for treating Covid-19 on June 23

Indian scientists find new drugs that can potentially treat coronavirus

Indian scientists have identified drugs and possible cocktails that can target vital proteins of the novel coronavirus, and may potentially help treat Covid-19

Coronavirus vaccine update: UK, Russia to rollout vaccine from next week

UK has become the first country to approve Pfizer coronavirus vaccine for rollout. Russia, India, Oxford vaccine are also making some progress. Catch latest coronavirus vaccine updates here

Alcohol-free sanitiser just as effective as alcohol-based one against Covid

A new study from researchers at Brigham Young University finds that alcohol-free hand sanitiser is just as effective at disinfecting surfaces from the Covid-19 virus as alcohol-based products

Scientists call for study of mucosal immune system's role in curbing Covid

Mucous membranes of the nose and mouth might play a "significant role" in curbing the spread of Covid-19, say scientists

Co-morbidity, genetic factors heighten risk of severe Covid-19: Study

A new study led by researchers from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center sheds light on the genetic risk factors that make individuals more or less susceptible to severe Covid-19

Coronavirus vaccine: How much it costs, who'll get it first and other FAQs

From Moderna, Pfizer to Oxford and Bharat Biotech coronavirus vaccine candidates, here's all you need to know about Covid-19 shots, who gets them first and what their cost may be

Nasal spray to protect against coronavirus ready for use in humans

A nasal spray that can provide effective protection against the Covid-19 has been developed by researchers at the University of Birmingham, using materials already cleared for use in humans

Coronavirus vaccine update: China Covid vaccine gives quick immune response

Moderna has joined Pfizer in approaching the Covid-19 vaccine finish line. Russia, India and Oxford vaccine are also making progress. Catch latest coronavirus vaccine updates and corona treatment here

Global Covid-19 cases surpass 50 million: Johns Hopkins University

Global cases Covid-19 surpassed 50 million, according to the Center for Systems Science and Engineering at Johns Hopkins University

Issue directions to ban disinfectants, UV ray use on humans: SC to Centre

The Supreme Court asked the Centre to issue directions for banning use of disinfectants and ultra violet rays on humans for Covid-19 management