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India Records 3,720 Covid Cases In 24 Hours, Positivity Rate 2.47%
India has recorded 3,720 new COVID-19 infections and the count of active cases of the disease in the country stands at 40,177, according to Union Health Ministry data updated on Wednesday.
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Covid Variant XBB1.16 Driving Spike In Cases, See Symptoms And Precautions
Symptoms of this variant include fever that gradually climbs and lasts for 1-2 days, sore throat, bodily soreness, headaches and abdominal discomfort.
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Karnataka Covid Guidelines For New Year: 10 Latest Facts
The Karnataka government has made it a must to wear masks at theatres and educational institutions and asked people to avoid crowded gatherings amid renewed COVID-19 concerns after cases spiked in China.
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Karnataka Says Masks Mandatory, New Year Celebrations Can Go On Till 1 AM
Pregnant women, children, elderly citizens and people with health issues must avoid public gatherings, the government said, adding that in closed door events, the number of people allowed inside shouldn't be more than the number of seats available.
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Nasal Vaccine From Today, Hospital Drills - Preps In Top Gear: 10 Facts
Mock drills will be conducted at hospitals across the country from Tuesday onwards in view of a spike in Covid cases in some countries, the union health ministry said today, adding that it is preparing fresh guidelines for Christmas and New Year.
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Coronavirus Live Updates: Health Minister To Hold Covid Meeting With States Today
Amid rising fear of a new Covid wave in India, Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya said that he will hold a meeting with health ministers of states and Union territories on Friday.
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China Releases New Rules On Censorship Of Online Comments, Likes: Report
Amid anti-government views and posts in the wake of the massive public protests across the country over Covid lockdowns and a fresh outbreak, China released new guidelines on the censorship of online comments and 'likes'.
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Health Minister Reviews Covid Situation, Says Mask Mandate Should Continue
Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Tuesday reviewed the Covid situation amid detection of cases of a new sub-variant of Omicron from parts of the country.
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Jharkhand Government Tells Schools To Suspend Morning Assembly, Sports Activities
As per the new guideline, the schools have been asked to conduct health checkups on a regular basis in coordination with nearest health centres and district administrations have been directed to ensure random COVID-19 test of students and teachers.
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In New Advisory, Delhi Government Tells Schools To Shut If Any Covid Cases
The Delhi government has issued a fresh advisory for schools in the national capital, directing them to temporarily close the entire premises or specific wings if any student or staff test positive for COVID-19.
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Maharashtra Drops All Covid Restrictions From Saturday, Including Masks
Maharashtra will say goodbye to all Covid-related restrictions from Saturday as the state ushers in the Marathi New Year. The use of masks will be advised, but it will not be compulsory, the state government said.
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Mizoram Allows Schools, Colleges To Reopen As COVID Cases Drop
In a new set of guidelines, the Mizoram government said schools and hostels will be re-opened for all classes from the new academic session, commencing on April 5.
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New Rules For Foreign Arrivals: No RT-PCR Test For Flight, No Quarantine
The government on Thursday revised guidelines for international arrivals, removing the category of 'at risk' countries - introduced when the Omicron Covid variant emerged - and also recommending self-monitoring of 14 days for symptoms.
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Bengaluru Tech Firms Go Back To WFH Amid Covid Surge
In Bengaluru, often called India's "Silicon Valley", the campuses of tech firms wear a deserted look. As daily Covid cases continue to surge - with the figure hovering around 15,000 - the IT industry has once again opted for the hybrid work model.
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No Anti-Covid Drug, Antibody Cocktail Therapy In Revised Covid Guidelines
According to the revised guidelines, there is no evidence of injectable steroids in those who doesn't require oxygen supplementation or in continuation, after discharge, because that can lead to a risk of secondary infection like mucormycosis.
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India Records 3,720 Covid Cases In 24 Hours, Positivity Rate 2.47%
India has recorded 3,720 new COVID-19 infections and the count of active cases of the disease in the country stands at 40,177, according to Union Health Ministry data updated on Wednesday.
-
Covid Variant XBB1.16 Driving Spike In Cases, See Symptoms And Precautions
Symptoms of this variant include fever that gradually climbs and lasts for 1-2 days, sore throat, bodily soreness, headaches and abdominal discomfort.
-
Karnataka Covid Guidelines For New Year: 10 Latest Facts
The Karnataka government has made it a must to wear masks at theatres and educational institutions and asked people to avoid crowded gatherings amid renewed COVID-19 concerns after cases spiked in China.
-
Karnataka Says Masks Mandatory, New Year Celebrations Can Go On Till 1 AM
Pregnant women, children, elderly citizens and people with health issues must avoid public gatherings, the government said, adding that in closed door events, the number of people allowed inside shouldn't be more than the number of seats available.
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Nasal Vaccine From Today, Hospital Drills - Preps In Top Gear: 10 Facts
Mock drills will be conducted at hospitals across the country from Tuesday onwards in view of a spike in Covid cases in some countries, the union health ministry said today, adding that it is preparing fresh guidelines for Christmas and New Year.
-
Coronavirus Live Updates: Health Minister To Hold Covid Meeting With States Today
Amid rising fear of a new Covid wave in India, Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya said that he will hold a meeting with health ministers of states and Union territories on Friday.
-
China Releases New Rules On Censorship Of Online Comments, Likes: Report
Amid anti-government views and posts in the wake of the massive public protests across the country over Covid lockdowns and a fresh outbreak, China released new guidelines on the censorship of online comments and 'likes'.
-
Health Minister Reviews Covid Situation, Says Mask Mandate Should Continue
Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Tuesday reviewed the Covid situation amid detection of cases of a new sub-variant of Omicron from parts of the country.
-
Jharkhand Government Tells Schools To Suspend Morning Assembly, Sports Activities
As per the new guideline, the schools have been asked to conduct health checkups on a regular basis in coordination with nearest health centres and district administrations have been directed to ensure random COVID-19 test of students and teachers.
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In New Advisory, Delhi Government Tells Schools To Shut If Any Covid Cases
The Delhi government has issued a fresh advisory for schools in the national capital, directing them to temporarily close the entire premises or specific wings if any student or staff test positive for COVID-19.
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Maharashtra Drops All Covid Restrictions From Saturday, Including Masks
Maharashtra will say goodbye to all Covid-related restrictions from Saturday as the state ushers in the Marathi New Year. The use of masks will be advised, but it will not be compulsory, the state government said.
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Mizoram Allows Schools, Colleges To Reopen As COVID Cases Drop
In a new set of guidelines, the Mizoram government said schools and hostels will be re-opened for all classes from the new academic session, commencing on April 5.
-
New Rules For Foreign Arrivals: No RT-PCR Test For Flight, No Quarantine
The government on Thursday revised guidelines for international arrivals, removing the category of 'at risk' countries - introduced when the Omicron Covid variant emerged - and also recommending self-monitoring of 14 days for symptoms.
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Bengaluru Tech Firms Go Back To WFH Amid Covid Surge
In Bengaluru, often called India's "Silicon Valley", the campuses of tech firms wear a deserted look. As daily Covid cases continue to surge - with the figure hovering around 15,000 - the IT industry has once again opted for the hybrid work model.
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No Anti-Covid Drug, Antibody Cocktail Therapy In Revised Covid Guidelines
According to the revised guidelines, there is no evidence of injectable steroids in those who doesn't require oxygen supplementation or in continuation, after discharge, because that can lead to a risk of secondary infection like mucormycosis.
