Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched development projects exceeding Rs 18,000 crore in Gujarat. The init ...More

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched development projects exceeding Rs 18,000 crore in Gujarat. The initiatives aim to modernize infrastructure and boost economic growth. Addressing the event, PM Modi highlighted India's commitment to green growth. He acknowledged the current global challenges including the pandemic, wars, and energy crisis. These projects underscore Gujarat's importance as an industrial hub. ...Less

India's aviation market presents significant long-term opportunities. Air India is poised to benefit from ...More

India's aviation market presents significant long-term opportunities. Air India is poised to benefit from this growth. Demand for premium leisure travel is rising globally and in India. Star Alliance members are adapting to this trend. Air India's transformation is progressing well with Star Alliance support. ...Less

The PHLX's combined loss of 12% over two sessions shows investors are becoming more concerned about price ...More

The PHLX's combined loss of 12% over two sessions shows investors are becoming more concerned about pricey, high-flying tech stocks just as Elon Musk prepares a blockbuster initial public ⁠offering next week for SpaceX at an exceedingly high $1.75 trillion valuation. ...Less

A groundbreaking vaccine, designed entirely by artificial intelligence, has been tested in humans for the ...More

A groundbreaking vaccine, designed entirely by artificial intelligence, has been tested in humans for the first time. This experimental jab aims to protect against a wide range of viruses, including those that caused SARS, MERS, and Covid-19. Early trials involving a small group showed a modest effect on immune systems. ...Less

Banks have disbursed Rs 35,000 crore in loans under the Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme. This init ...More

Banks have disbursed Rs 35,000 crore in loans under the Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme. This initiative supports MSMEs and industries affected by the West Asia conflict. The scheme aims to provide crucial liquidity and prevent job losses. It offers additional credit and guarantees to eligible businesses. ...Less

Deutsche Bank investors are calling for strict cost discipline at the bank's annual meeting. Some shareho ...More

Deutsche Bank investors are calling for strict cost discipline at the bank's annual meeting. Some shareholders plan to vote against a proposal to increase the chairman's pay. This comes after the bank reported strong profits. Investors emphasize efficiency and profitability over growth. ...Less

India's youngest airline, Akasa Air, is emerging as a significant competitor, expanding capacity by 13.2% ...More

India's youngest airline, Akasa Air, is emerging as a significant competitor, expanding capacity by 13.2% while major carriers like IndiGo and Air India reduced flights. This growth occurs amid disruptions from the Iran war, which has increased fuel costs and impacted international routes for established airlines. ...Less

World Health Organization member states will continue talks on a pandemic treaty for another year. Discus ...More

World Health Organization member states will continue talks on a pandemic treaty for another year. Discussions focus on sharing access to dangerous pathogens and benefits from them. Wealthy and developing nations have differing views on equity. The agreement aims to prevent a repeat of the disjointed global response to Covid-19. ...Less

Spirit Airlines has ceased operations, leaving many Americans struggling to find affordable flights. Risi ...More

Spirit Airlines has ceased operations, leaving many Americans struggling to find affordable flights. Rising jet fuel costs, inflation, and intense competition are squeezing budget carriers. Consolidation is happening in the sector as airlines merge. This situation highlights the challenges for low-cost airlines to survive in the current economic climate. ...Less

Despite recent hantavirus and norovirus outbreaks on cruise ships, industry experts anticipate a record n ...More

Despite recent hantavirus and norovirus outbreaks on cruise ships, industry experts anticipate a record number of passengers this year. Many travelers, like veteran cruisers, remain unfazed, viewing these incidents as isolated and not unique to cruise travel. Bookings remain strong, with many planning trips well in advance. ...Less

Scientists in Chile developed antibodies that successfully neutralised the deadly Andes hantavirus in lab ...More

Scientists in Chile developed antibodies that successfully neutralised the deadly Andes hantavirus in lab and animal studies, raising hopes for a treatment against the rare virus that can spread between people. But the project stalled before human trials due to lack of funding and the Covid-19 pandemic. ...Less

Kevin Warsh is now the new head of the Federal Reserve. He takes charge at a difficult economic time. Inf ...More

Kevin Warsh is now the new head of the Federal Reserve. He takes charge at a difficult economic time. Inflation is high and gas prices are rising. The Fed faces internal disagreements. President Trump has pressured the Fed for lower interest rates. Warsh promises independence. He faces challenges in managing the economy and inflation. ...Less

Hantavirus Outbreak: A hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship sparks Covid-19 comparisons. Experts clarify ...More

Hantavirus Outbreak: A hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship sparks Covid-19 comparisons. Experts clarify hantavirus is distinct, with limited human spread. Unlike Covid-19, hantavirus symptoms appear faster, aiding containment. Its high mortality and rapid progression make a global pandemic unlikely. Public health officials monitor outbreaks closely. ...Less

Ohio voters have chosen their candidates for key November elections. Billionaire Vivek Ramaswamy will fac ...More

Ohio voters have chosen their candidates for key November elections. Billionaire Vivek Ramaswamy will face Dr. Amy Acton for governor. Senator Jon Husted secured his party's nomination and will likely compete against Sherrod Brown. These contests set the stage for significant races across the state, with national attention on the outcomes. Several U.S. House races also feature competitive matchups. ...Less

The European Parliament has backed a larger EU budget for 2028-2034, proposing new taxes on digital giant ...More

The European Parliament has backed a larger EU budget for 2028-2034, proposing new taxes on digital giants and online gambling to fund a 10% spending increase. This ambitious plan clashes with member states like Germany, which advocates for spending cuts. EU officials are pushing for a deal by year-end, citing geopolitical instability and concerns about upcoming elections. ...Less

America has invited Russian President Vladimir Putin to a G20 summit in Miami. President Donald Trump exp ...More

America has invited Russian President Vladimir Putin to a G20 summit in Miami. President Donald Trump expressed doubt about Putin's attendance. This invitation signals a shift in international engagement with Russia. Putin has avoided Western soil since the Ukraine invasion. The summit is scheduled for December in Florida. Russia's participation is pending a final decision from Moscow. ...Less

Super Typhoon Sinlaku is targeting remote U.S. Pacific islands, bringing heavy rain and destructive winds ...More

Super Typhoon Sinlaku is targeting remote U.S. Pacific islands, bringing heavy rain and destructive winds to Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands. Expected to make landfall as a Category 4 or 5 typhoon, it threatens widespread flooding and lengthy power outages for the approximately 50,000 residents on Saipan, Tinian, and Rota. ...Less

European Union lawmakers are pushing for a bloc-wide tax on major technology firms and online gambling bu ...More

European Union lawmakers are pushing for a bloc-wide tax on major technology firms and online gambling businesses. This move aims to generate funds for the EU's upcoming seven-year budget, set at two trillion euros. Negotiations are underway between the European Parliament and member states to secure this additional revenue. ...Less

Nine police officers received the death penalty for the brutal custodial torture and murder of P Jayaraj ...More

Nine police officers received the death penalty for the brutal custodial torture and murder of P Jayaraj and his son J Bennix in Sathankulam. The court deemed the case rarest of rare. The father-son duo died in custody in June 2020 after being detained for allegedly violating lockdown rules. ...Less

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Kaynes Technology semiconductor plant in Sanand, Gujarat, ma ...More

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Kaynes Technology semiconductor plant in Sanand, Gujarat, marking a significant step in India's semiconductor journey. He highlighted the rapid development of the nation's semiconductor ecosystem and the 'Make in India, Make for the World' mantra. The facility's production of Intelligent Power Modules for export signifies India's growing role in the global supply chain. ...Less

India's free trade agreement with the United Kingdom is set to be implemented within the next 30 to 45 da ...More

India's free trade agreement with the United Kingdom is set to be implemented within the next 30 to 45 days. This significant development follows recent discussions between ministers. India is also actively pursuing trade pacts with Oman, Mercosur, Canada, Chile, Peru, and SACU, aiming to expand its global trade footprint and economic partnerships. ...Less

Amid global market turmoil over the Middle East conflict, Nvidia trades at its cheapest price-to-earnings ...More

Amid global market turmoil over the Middle East conflict, Nvidia trades at its cheapest price-to-earnings multiple since before the AI boom. Shares have fallen nearly 20% from October highs, reflecting broader investor caution. While the drop may signal a bargain, elevated oil prices, inflation fears, and potential interest-rate hikes add uncertainty to the AI-driven rally. ...Less

New Covid variant 2026 Cicada symptoms: The highly mutated new BA.3.2 Cicada COVID Variant has now spread ...More

New Covid variant 2026 Cicada symptoms: The highly mutated new BA.3.2 Cicada COVID Variant has now spread to at least 23 countries, sparking concerns. The symptoms of Cicada COVID variant include cough, sore throat, congestion, shortness of breath among others. As of now, studies show that BA.3.2 does not cause more severe illness than earlier variants. ...Less

The study, published in the journal Scientific Reports, noted that while bats do a lot of good for the wo ...More

The study, published in the journal Scientific Reports, noted that while bats do a lot of good for the world such as pollinating plants, eating disease-carrying insects, and dispersing seeds of tropical forest trees, they are also natural carriers of coronaviruses. ...Less

Scientists have discovered six new coronaviruses in bats in Myanmar -- the first time these viruses have ...More

Scientists have discovered six new coronaviruses in bats in Myanmar -- the first time these viruses have been found anywhere in the world. ...Less

The coronavirus outbreak, which originated in the central Hubei province of China in December, has killed ...More

The coronavirus outbreak, which originated in the central Hubei province of China in December, has killed 361 with 57 deaths reported on Sunday while the number of confirmed cases has climbed to 17,205. The Philippines on Sunday reported the first death outside China from the epidemic that has spread to 25 countries. ...Less

According to Google Trends, coronavirus is the most popular in Goa with a score of 100 followed by Andama ...More

According to Google Trends, coronavirus is the most popular in Goa with a score of 100 followed by Andaman & Nicobar Island (86), Karnataka (80), Meghalaya (75), and Nagaland (74). Barring Karnataka, these states have lower cases of virus infection. Maharashtra and Kerala where the maximum cases of the Coronavirus have been detected are ranked ninth and 33rd. ...Less

According to the study, sieving through over 10 million coronavirus sequences, two PhD students at the In ...More

According to the study, sieving through over 10 million coronavirus sequences, two PhD students at the Institute for Research in Biomedicine (IRB), Switzerland and affiliated with the Universita della Svizzera italiana, discovered that some portions of the virus spike, or the molecule on the virus that is key to infect human cells, were remarkably conserved. ...Less

Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan on Friday said coronavirus infections have not reached the "community ...More

Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan on Friday said coronavirus infections have not reached the "community level" and asserted the government is trying to use "good information" in the best manner to deal with the situation. ...Less

Here we try to collate the relevant info on how it is being tested and found out if one has caught corona ...More

Here we try to collate the relevant info on how it is being tested and found out if one has caught coronavirus that has already killed in thousands. ...Less

It also contained a genetic deletion, or mutation, that was not found in any known canine coronaviruses. ...More

It also contained a genetic deletion, or mutation, that was not found in any known canine coronaviruses. ...Less

Addressing a press conference, Sisodia said district magistrates have been asked to ensure that all direc ...More

Addressing a press conference, Sisodia said district magistrates have been asked to ensure that all directives pertaining to coronavirus are implemented. "All sports gatherings will be banned, including the IPL, in wake of the coronavirus threat," he said. Health Minister Satyendar Jain said home quarantine is the best solution in case one has any symptom of coronavirus. ...Less

Cybersecurity firm Kaspersky has discovered malicious files disguised as multimedia documents related to ...More

Cybersecurity firm Kaspersky has discovered malicious files disguised as multimedia documents related to coronavirus. ...Less

In the wake of the coronavirus outbreak in China, the BMC has ordered to set up an isolation ward at Kast ...More

In the wake of the coronavirus outbreak in China, the BMC has ordered to set up an isolation ward at Kasturba hospital in Chinchpokali, Mumbai. Travellers flying from China have been sent to the isolation ward if they show any symptoms of the coronavirus that include cold and cough. ...Less

BJP MP Ramesh Bidhuri referred to the Congress leader, saying, "Many people from Italy had tested positiv ...More

BJP MP Ramesh Bidhuri referred to the Congress leader, saying, "Many people from Italy had tested positive for the virus and hence Rahul Gandhi should be checked for coronavirus. Rahul Gandhi returned from Italy just six days ago, so he should be checked for coronavirus." ...Less

With ten persons quarantined in three hospitals across Maharashtra for possible exposure to novel coronav ...More

With ten persons quarantined in three hospitals across Maharashtra for possible exposure to novel coronavirus, a central health ministry team is likely to visit the state to take a review of preparedness for tackling the disease, an official said on Thursday. ...Less

The pan-coronavirus vaccine triggers neutralising antibodies via a nanoparticle composed of the coronavir ...More

The pan-coronavirus vaccine triggers neutralising antibodies via a nanoparticle composed of the coronavirus part. This part allows the vaccine to bind to the body's cell receptors, and is formulated with a chemical booster called an adjuvant, the researchers said. ...Less

Scientists produced a universal vaccination that protected mice against COVID-19 and other coronaviruses ...More

Scientists produced a universal vaccination that protected mice against COVID-19 and other coronaviruses while simultaneously priming the immune system to combat a hazardous variation. ...Less

"Till Friday evening, the number of persons who tested positive for coronavirus was 17. The test reports ...More

"Till Friday evening, the number of persons who tested positive for coronavirus was 17. The test reports of two more persons came late at night. As they were found positive, the count of infected persons in the state now stands at 19," the official told. ...Less

Scientists from Oxford and Cambridge universities have developed a new all-in-one vaccine that can protec ...More

Scientists from Oxford and Cambridge universities have developed a new all-in-one vaccine that can protect humans against a broad range of coronaviruses, including those that are yet to emerge. The research, published in 'Nature Nanotechnology', is based on a new approach called "proactive vaccinology," where scientists build a vaccine before the disease-causing pathogen even emerges. ...Less

Some policies won't cover the treatment of Coronavirus if it's declared a pandemic/epidemic. ...More

Some policies won't cover the treatment of Coronavirus if it's declared a pandemic/epidemic. ...Less

The metropolis has logged two-digit cases after reporting infections in three digits since last Tuesday. ...More

The metropolis has logged two-digit cases after reporting infections in three digits since last Tuesday. On Sunday, the financial capital had recorded 151 infections. The city has not recorded any fresh coronavirus-linked death in the last 24 hours after logging one fatality each for the last three days. ...Less

"People who have had strong immune responses to other human coronaviruses also have some protection again ...More

"People who have had strong immune responses to other human coronaviruses also have some protection against SARSCoV-2 infection," said Alexandra Trkola, head of the Institute of Medical Virology at UZH. ...Less

The "monoclonal neutralising antibody" developed at the Israel Institute for Biological Research (IIBR) " ...More

The "monoclonal neutralising antibody" developed at the Israel Institute for Biological Research (IIBR) "can neutralise it (the disease-causing coronavirus) inside carriers' bodies," Defence Minister Naftali Bennett said. ...Less

President of the Doctors Association of Kashmir (DAK) Suhail Naik said China is located near India and th ...More

President of the Doctors Association of Kashmir (DAK) Suhail Naik said China is located near India and there were chances of coronavirus reaching the valley as it is a tourist destination. ...Less

The study, published in the journal Science Advances, uncovers a coronavirus-specific structure in cells, ...More

The study, published in the journal Science Advances, uncovers a coronavirus-specific structure in cells, which may act as a target for much-needed antiviral strategies against this family of viruses. ...Less

Delhi has now become the second state to shut educational institutions as well as theaters after Kerala w ...More

Delhi has now become the second state to shut educational institutions as well as theaters after Kerala which has maximum confirmed cases of coronavirus in India. ...Less

"We cut short the Assembly session recently. So far, over 10 ministers and over 20 MLAs have tested posit ...More

"We cut short the Assembly session recently. So far, over 10 ministers and over 20 MLAs have tested positive for coronavirus," Pawar told reporters after visiting the Jaystambh military monument in Perne village in the Pune district on the occasion of the 204th anniversary of the Battle of Koregaon Bhima. ...Less

The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has approval from the Drug Controller General of India (DCG ...More

The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has approval from the Drug Controller General of India (DCGI) to allow a combination of lopinavir and ritonavir — approved for AIDS treatment — to be used if coronavirus infections turn into a public health emergency in India. ...Less

Before the coronavirus became a global threat, influenza was the among the most common severe respiratory ...More

Before the coronavirus became a global threat, influenza was the among the most common severe respiratory infections each year. ...Less

"Four persons, including two women, had come to the Indira Gandhi Government Medical College and Hospital ...More

"Four persons, including two women, had come to the Indira Gandhi Government Medical College and Hospital (IGGMCH) on Friday morning to give their blood samples for suspected coronavirus infection. They were kept in the isolation ward. However, at night they left the hospital without informing the authorities," a police official said. ...Less

"A number of dual and foreign nationals are at real risk if they have not...got it (coronavirus) they are ...More

"A number of dual and foreign nationals are at real risk if they have not...got it (coronavirus) they are really fearful of the conditions," Javaid Rehman, UN Special Rapporteur in Geneva said. "This is also my worrying concern and therefore I have recommended to the state of the Islamic Republic of Iran to release all prisoners on temporary release...," he said. ...Less

As many as 324 Indians, evacuated from China's Wuhan city reached New Delhi and were admitted at the two ...More

As many as 324 Indians, evacuated from China's Wuhan city reached New Delhi and were admitted at the two quarantine facilities set up by the Army and the ITBP. None of them have tested positive for the novel coronavirus, officials said. Another flight of the airline, which departed for the Chinese city to bring back Indian nationals, reached Wuhan. ...Less

RBI in a statement said the outbreak of coronavirus in China and its spread across geographies will impac ...More

RBI in a statement said the outbreak of coronavirus in China and its spread across geographies will impact tourist arrivals and global trade, and has triggered sell off in equity as well as crude oil markets. Talking to reporters, Das said the extent of impact of coronavirus is still uncertain and unfolding, as he made a case for preparing a contingency plan to deal with the situation and its impact on the economy. ...Less

Four new cases of B.A.5 variant of coronavirus were also detected in the state, the official release said ...More

Four new cases of B.A.5 variant of coronavirus were also detected in the state, the official release said. New B.A.5 cases were reported from Mumbai, Thane, Navi Mumbai and Pune, and all four patients were in the age group of 19 to 36 years, the department said. ...Less

"All over the World the CoronaVirus, a very bad 'gift' from China, marches on.Not good!" Trump said in a ...More

"All over the World the CoronaVirus, a very bad 'gift' from China, marches on.Not good!" Trump said in a tweet. ...Less

"A 21 year-old male resident of Chandigarh (contact of positive Covid-19 case) has turned out to be posit ...More

"A 21 year-old male resident of Chandigarh (contact of positive Covid-19 case) has turned out to be positive for Covid-19," said an official statement of the Chandigarh administration. He came in contact with the brother of a 23-year-old woman, who was the city's first coronavirus patient, official said. ...Less

Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology had earlier issued advisories regarding curbing of fal ...More

Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology had earlier issued advisories regarding curbing of false news/misinformation concerning coronavirus on social media platforms. ...Less

US President Donald Trump on Saturday announced restrictions on travel from Iran and advised fellow citiz ...More

US President Donald Trump on Saturday announced restrictions on travel from Iran and advised fellow citizens not to travel to certain areas of South Korea and Italy. The announcement came as the first death from coronavirus was reported in the US from the Washington state. ...Less

Scientists have found that some antibodies, created by the immune system during infection with common col ...More

Scientists have found that some antibodies, created by the immune system during infection with common cold coronaviruses, can also target the COVID-19 causing SARS-CoV-2, and may confer a degree of protection against the new virus. ...Less

In all, the government has identified five state-run hospitals and dozens of private hospitals attached t ...More

In all, the government has identified five state-run hospitals and dozens of private hospitals attached to medical colleges to be used for isolation wards and treatment of coronavirus, apart from identifying dozens of pulmonologists, both in service and retired towards availing services if needed. ...Less

Dozens of researchers across the globe are racing against time to come out with a vaccine for coronavirus ...More

Dozens of researchers across the globe are racing against time to come out with a vaccine for coronavirus that has infected nearly five million people and killed over 3,30,000 globally. ...Less

Five of the evacuees brought back from Wuhan in China and kept at a quarantine centre in Manesar were shi ...More

Five of the evacuees brought back from Wuhan in China and kept at a quarantine centre in Manesar were shifted to Army’s Base Hospital in Delhi after they showed symptoms of cough and cold. However none of them have been confirmed for coronavirus infection so far. ...Less

In a significant message, Modi asserted that it was important for the SAARC member countries to work toge ...More

In a significant message, Modi asserted that it was important for the SAARC member countries to work together and said the region can best respond to the coronavirus pandemic by "coming together, not growing apart". ...Less

The BJP president's statement came a day after Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a parliamentary party meet ...More

The BJP president's statement came a day after Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a parliamentary party meeting of the BJP asked MPs to spread awareness among the people in small groups about coronavirus and suggested that they should refrain from launching any mass agitation till April 15. ...Less

As part of the initiative, the company said it will collaborate with Biomedical Advanced Research and Dev ...More

As part of the initiative, the company said it will collaborate with Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA) of the US Department of Health and Human Services. COVID-19 is a respiratory disease due to novel coronavirus. ...Less

The Maharashtra government is mulling to set up a coronavirus testing facility at Kasturba Hospital here ...More

The Maharashtra government is mulling to set up a coronavirus testing facility at Kasturba Hospital here to reduce the burden on Pune-based National Institute of Virology (NIV) which is currently handling such samples from across the country, an official said on Tuesday. ...Less

According to reports, the person had the travel history to Dubai. The total number of coronavirus cases i ...More

According to reports, the person had the travel history to Dubai. The total number of coronavirus cases in the country has now risen to nearly 130 after fresh cases were reported from several states. ...Less

The closure came as novel coronavirus cases climbed to 18 in the country. ...More

The closure came as novel coronavirus cases climbed to 18 in the country. ...Less

As the number of coronavirus cases in the US continued to rise, President Donald Trump on Thursday said t ...More

As the number of coronavirus cases in the US continued to rise, President Donald Trump on Thursday said that hydroxychloroquine, an anti-malarial drug, can potentially be effective for treating coronavirus. ...Less

Modi has called for "resolve and restraint" to fight coronavirus and asked the entire country to observe ...More

Modi has called for "resolve and restraint" to fight coronavirus and asked the entire country to observe 'Janta curfew' on Sunday. He also asked people to stay indoors and work from home as much as possible. An editorial in Sena mouthpiece 'Saamana' said that thousands of MPs, officials and members of the staff come together in Parliament. ...Less

CSIR's Institute of Genomics and Integrative Biology (IGIB), Delhi, Centre for Cellular and Molecular Bio ...More

CSIR's Institute of Genomics and Integrative Biology (IGIB), Delhi, Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB), Hyderabad and Institute of Microbial Technology, Chandigarh are currently sequencing the genomes of the novel coronavirus, he said. Other CSIR institutes are also expected to join the process. ...Less

Four persons who recently returned to Gujarat from the United Kingdom (UK) have tested positive for the n ...More

Four persons who recently returned to Gujarat from the United Kingdom (UK) have tested positive for the new strain of coronavirus, a top state health department official said on Saturday. ...Less

Kurnool is the hotbed of coronavirus in AP with the highest number of 491 cases and 10 deaths so far. Als ...More

Kurnool is the hotbed of coronavirus in AP with the highest number of 491 cases and 10 deaths so far. Also, 86 patients had recovered. ...Less

In the research, virologists from Charite -- Universitatsmedizin Berlin in Germany studied the genetic ev ...More

In the research, virologists from Charite -- Universitatsmedizin Berlin in Germany studied the genetic evolution of the four currently known 'common cold' coronaviruses, particularly the two longest-known viruses, 229E and OC43. ...Less

"Experts across the world have advised to reduce mass gatherings to avoid the spread of COVID19 Novel Cor ...More

"Experts across the world have advised to reduce mass gatherings to avoid the spread of COVID19 Novel Coronavirus. Hence this year, I have decided not to participate in any 'Holi milan' programme," the PM tweeted. This year, Holi is on March 10. ...Less

US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday his government is trying to determine whether the coronavirus ...More

US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday his government is trying to determine whether the coronavirus emanated from a lab in Wuhan, China, and Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said Beijing "needs to come clean" on what they know. ...Less

A resident of Noida, who recently returned from Indonesia, has tested positive for the novel coronavirus ...More

A resident of Noida, who recently returned from Indonesia, has tested positive for the novel coronavirus (covid-19), Gautam Buddh Nagar health officials said on Wednesday. ...Less

In a statement on Sunday, it said, "As per the latest decision, in order to fight the coronavirus outbrea ...More

In a statement on Sunday, it said, "As per the latest decision, in order to fight the coronavirus outbreak, it has been decided that metro services will remain completely closed till March 31." ...Less

"Till now 31,763 passengers have been screened at RGI Airport, Hyderabad including 4,656 who were screene ...More

"Till now 31,763 passengers have been screened at RGI Airport, Hyderabad including 4,656 who were screened today (March 7), in which 19 were found suspected coronavirus symptomatic and they have been kept in isolation ward in a state-run hospital," said Dr G Srinivasa Rao, Director, Public Health, Telangana government. ...Less

HKU5-CoV-2 virus in China: After Covid-19 and HMPV, a new bat coronavirus discovered in China has sparked ...More

HKU5-CoV-2 virus in China: After Covid-19 and HMPV, a new bat coronavirus discovered in China has sparked concerns among health officials and has triggered another pandemic fear. The newly discovered virus, however, is yet to be detected in humans. As per the researchers, this virus enters cells via the same receptor used by the Coronavirus that caused Covid-19. ...Less

One more person with travel history to Iran tested positive for coronavirus in Ladakh on Thursday, taking ...More

One more person with travel history to Iran tested positive for coronavirus in Ladakh on Thursday, taking the total number of cases in the union territory to three. The man was part of a group that had gone to Iran on a pilgrimage. ...Less

The country's National Health Commission (NHC) in its daily update said it received reports of 52 deaths, ...More

The country's National Health Commission (NHC) in its daily update said it received reports of 52 deaths, all from Hubei, and 406 new confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus infection from all over the country. The death toll has gone up to 2,715 and overall confirmed cases reached 78,064. ...Less

SARS and MERS demonstrated the global health threat posed by coronaviruses. ...More

SARS and MERS demonstrated the global health threat posed by coronaviruses. ...Less

Virologist Shi Zhengli, known as China's "batwoman," and her team have warned that a new pandemic similar ...More

Virologist Shi Zhengli, known as China's "batwoman," and her team have warned that a new pandemic similar to Covid-19 is highly likely and could originate from bats. They classified half of the 40 coronavirus species as highly risky for human spillover, with evidence of three causing disease and six previously causing diseases in humans. While other Chinese virologists dismissed the claims of a recurrence of the pandemic, they did issue occasional warnings about future coronavirus outbreaks. ...Less

Coronavirus outbreak could cause a dent to the recovery of the Indian economy amid supply chain disruptio ...More

Coronavirus outbreak could cause a dent to the recovery of the Indian economy amid supply chain disruptions and inflationary pressures, a report said on Thursday. ...Less

The once-delayed Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games are scheduled to start on July 23, even as concerns mount that ...More

The once-delayed Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games are scheduled to start on July 23, even as concerns mount that holding the sporting event amid a pandemic would lead to an outbreak of coronavirus cases. ...Less

Fauci said that it is not yet clear whether the South African coronavirus strain - considered to be more ...More

Fauci said that it is not yet clear whether the South African coronavirus strain - considered to be more infections than the original strain - will eventually dominate in the United States. ...Less

"On the impact of coronavirus outbreak and any disruptions to Make in India or to Indian export/import, F ...More

"On the impact of coronavirus outbreak and any disruptions to Make in India or to Indian export/import, Finanace Ministry is scheduled to hold a meeting on Tuesday 18 Feb. Stakeholders are welcome." Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman tweeted on Sunday. ...Less

Of the four new coronavirus cases, two each were reported from Ahmedabad and Gandhinagar, officials said. ...More

Of the four new coronavirus cases, two each were reported from Ahmedabad and Gandhinagar, officials said. "Total number of cases of coronavirus has risen to 18 in Gujarat," Deputy Chief Minister Nitin Patel told. ...Less

Mumbai recorded 683 fresh cases and one fatality due to the respiratory illness in the last 24 hours, sai ...More

Mumbai recorded 683 fresh cases and one fatality due to the respiratory illness in the last 24 hours, said the department. Besides the financial capital, Jalna, Solapur, Pune city and Thane district recorded one death each, said the bulletin. The state's coronavirus recovery rate was 98.02 per cent, while the fatality rate stood at 1.83 per cent. ...Less

The bulletin said 4,189 patients recovered from the coronavirus infection in the last 24 hours, taking th ...More

The bulletin said 4,189 patients recovered from the coronavirus infection in the last 24 hours, taking their cumulative count to 78,07,438 and leaving the state with 23,996 active cases. ...Less

"For the purpose of meeting health insurance requirements of various sections, insurers are advised to de ...More

"For the purpose of meeting health insurance requirements of various sections, insurers are advised to design products covering the costs of treatment for coronavirus," the regulator said in a circular. There are 28 confirmed cases of coronavirus infection in India. ...Less

There is no scientific evidence to show that coronavirus spreads through eating chicken, mutton and seafo ...More

There is no scientific evidence to show that coronavirus spreads through eating chicken, mutton and seafood, FSSAI chief G S G Ayyangar said on Thursday and asserted that the virus would not survive in higher temperature. ...Less

The policy, Star Novel Coronavirus, will even cover those with international travel history. However, the ...More

The policy, Star Novel Coronavirus, will even cover those with international travel history. However, the sum assured of Rs 42, 000, that the insurance cover offers appears low, especially for someone who might have to be hospitalised. ...Less

Turkey on Wednesday reported the first case of coronavirus. Health Minister Fahrettin Koca said the patie ...More

Turkey on Wednesday reported the first case of coronavirus. Health Minister Fahrettin Koca said the patient was a man who had recently returned from a trip to Europe. ...Less

PM Modi reached out to the eight-member regional grouping yesterday and pitched for a video conference am ...More

PM Modi reached out to the eight-member regional grouping yesterday and pitched for a video conference among the SAARC leaders to chalk out a strong strategy to combat coronavirus outbreak. Pakistan responded positively to Modi's proposal, saying it was ready to participate in the conference. ...Less

Various product categories such as mattresses, disinfectants, sanitzers and foods have begun making unsci ...More

Various product categories such as mattresses, disinfectants, sanitzers and foods have begun making unscientific claims in their advertising of being ‘anti-coronavirus’, which industry body Advertising Standards Council of India (ASCI) said it is clamping down on. ...Less

The health department of the Delhi government had issued an order in this regard on Thursday, the officia ...More

The health department of the Delhi government had issued an order in this regard on Thursday, the official said, adding swimming pools of all hotels and other entities, where people use the facilities, will be closed. On Thursday, the Delhi government had declared coronavirus an epidemic and shut all cinema halls, schools and colleges, except those where exams are on, till March 31. ...Less