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Maharashtra: More positive test reports in private labs than in government labs
PTI, Mumbai
PUBLISHED ON FEB 27, 2021 10:57 PM IST
The positivity rate of private labs was 18.76 per cent compared to 12.61 per cent for government ones, with a possible reason being the former deploying more rapid antigen test kits, a senior official said.
Global growth to be hit if IP norms not waived to deal with Covid-19: India
PTI, New Delhi
PUBLISHED ON FEB 27, 2021 10:44 PM IST
In October 2020, India and South Africa submitted a proposal suggesting a waiver for all WTO (World Trade Organization) members on the implementation, application and enforcement of certain provisions of the TRIPS Agreement.
Fake Co-Win site surfaces as Centre is all set to open registration for vaccines
By hindustantimes.com | Edited by Poulomi Ghosh
UPDATED ON FEB 27, 2021 10:54 PM IST
The government has ruled out the possibility of private hospitals charging random prices for vaccines by capping the amount at maximum ₹250 per dose, which includes their service charge.
Karnataka intensifies Covid-19 testing after 3 new clusters in Bengaluru
By HT Correspondent, Bengaluru
UPDATED ON FEB 27, 2021 09:38 PM IST
- The new cases were reported in three clusters at Agragami College, Sambharam College and residents of Purva Venezia apartment.
Delhi reports 243 new Covid-19 cases, 3 deaths; active caseload sees slight jump
By hindustantimes.com | Written by Srivatsan K C, New Delhi
UPDATED ON FEB 27, 2021 08:59 PM IST
Active cases jumped from the 1,231 cases reported on Friday to 1,307 cases on Saturday.
People with these 20 conditions will be priority customers of Covid vaccine
By hindustantimes.com | Written by Srivatsan K C, New Delhi
UPDATED ON FEB 27, 2021 11:08 PM IST
Here is the list of 20 co-morbid conditions released by the government for Covid-19 vaccine priority.
Maharashtra sees spike of 8,623 fresh Covid-19 cases, Mumbai cases drop to 987
By hindustantimes.com | Edited by Poulomi Ghosh
UPDATED ON FEB 27, 2021 08:23 PM IST
Mumbai reported a dip for the first time in the past few days as with 987 cases, its daily toll fall below 1,000.
Centre backs testing, identifying mutant strain in 8 Covid-19 hotspot states
By hindustantimes.com | Edited by Arpan Rai, New Delhi
PUBLISHED ON FEB 27, 2021 07:28 PM IST
Maharashtra, Punjab, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, West Bengal, Telangana and Jammu and Kashmir have been advised not to lower their guard, enforce Covid-19 appropriate behaviour and deal firmly with violations.
Are Mumbai locals responsible for Covid-19 spike? Here's what BMC data reveals
By hindustantimes.com | Edited by Poulomi Ghosh
UPDATED ON FEB 27, 2021 10:13 PM IST
On February 1, Mumbai locals were open to the general public with specific time restrictions. On February 10, the first spike was reported when the city witnessed 558 cases.
Iran expects 250,000 doses of Covid-19 vaccine from China
AP
PUBLISHED ON FEB 27, 2021 07:04 PM IST
Alireza Raisi, deputy health minister, says the country will receive doses of other vaccines, including from India, in the “near future” as the country struggles to fight the worst outbreak of the pandemic in the Middle East.
Pfizer Covid-19 vaccine reduces transmission after one dose: UK study
Reuters, London
PUBLISHED ON FEB 27, 2021 06:56 PM IST
A single dose of Pfizer and BioNtech's Covid-19 vaccine cuts the number of asymptomatic infections and could significantly reduce the risk of transmission of the virus.
US Covid relief plan: Here’s who could be eligible for $1,400 direct payments
By hindustantimes.com | Edited by Kunal Gaurav, New Delhi
PUBLISHED ON FEB 27, 2021 06:54 PM IST
- The other key elements of the bill include unemployment benefits until the end of August and monthly benefits to parents of children under the age of 18.
Six states report surge in daily new Covid-19 cases: Government
ANI, New Delhi
PUBLISHED ON FEB 27, 2021 06:05 PM IST
India's present active caseload now stands at 1.44 percent of the country's total positive cases.
As Covid-19 cases rise, Centre asks states to deal Covid-19 violations firmly
By hindustantimes.com | Written by Srivatsan K C, New Delhi
UPDATED ON FEB 27, 2021 06:58 PM IST
Cabinet secretary met the chief secretaries of Maharashtra, Punjab, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, West Bengal, Telangana and Jammu and Kashmir — states that have been reporting a surge in the active caseload or the number of cases in the past week.
Ranvir answers if he fractured leg while 'dancing’ after testing Covid-negative
PUBLISHED ON FEB 27, 2021 04:46 PM IST
- Ranvir Shorey was asked by a fan if his leg fracture was caused by too much happy dancing after recovering from Covid-19. See his reply here.
DU's 97th Convocation: Digital degrees awarded to nearly 1,80,000 students
PTI
PUBLISHED ON FEB 27, 2021 04:18 PM IST
The Delhi University became the first institution in the country to award "digital degrees" to its 1,78,719 students during its 97th annual convocation on Saturday, its acting vice-chancellor P C Joshi claimed.
Covid spike in Mumbai: FIR against marriage halls; 120 buildings remain sealed
By hindustantimes.com | Edited by Poulomi Ghosh
UPDATED ON FEB 27, 2021 03:43 PM IST
Though Mumbai has been reporting over 1,000 cases daily, according to the authorities, the situation is not out of control yet as the recovery rate is also high at 93 per cent.
2 days to go for Covid-19 vaccination Phase 2. Check eligibility, cost and more
By hindustantimes.com | Written by Kanishka Sarkar, Hindustan Times, New Delhi
PUBLISHED ON FEB 27, 2021 12:02 PM IST
The government has also roped in private hospitals for the phase 2 of the world’s largest Covid-19 immunisation campaign.
Brazil resorts to lockdowns and curfews to quell Covid-19 surge
Reuters, Brasilia
PUBLISHED ON FEB 27, 2021 10:53 AM IST
In Brasilia, where the president lives and works, Governor Ibaneis Rocha decreed a lockdown starting early on Sunday.
Committed to providing equal access to vaccines to Palestinians: India at UNSC
By hindustantimes.com | Edited by Shankhyaneel Sarkar, Hindustan Times, New Delhi
PUBLISHED ON FEB 27, 2021 10:36 AM IST
- Nagaraj Naidu also said that India has been helping the war torn region with healthcare equipment, medicines as well as Covid-19 vaccines from the beginning of the pandemic.
Covid-19 guidelines extended till March 31, states told to maintain caution
By hindustantimes.com | Written by Kanishka Sarkar, Hindustan Times, New Delhi
PUBLISHED ON FEB 27, 2021 09:33 AM IST
The ministry has also advised states and Union territories to step up the pace of vaccination of the target population against the viral disease in order to break the chain of transmission.
Joe Biden says he’s launching campaign on Covid-19 vaccine safety, efficacy
Bloomberg
PUBLISHED ON FEB 27, 2021 07:10 AM IST
Biden has made curbing the pandemic his top priority. To get there, he needs as many Americans as possible seeking shots in order to reach what’s known as herd immunity.
FDA advisory panel to review J&J Covid-19 vaccine with thumbs up expected
Reuters
PUBLISHED ON FEB 26, 2021 11:09 PM IST
After it receives the recommendation, the FDA is likely to authorize the vaccine for emergency use within a day or so, making it the third available in the United States, and the only one that requires just one shot.
Bank of America gives paid time off for US staff to get Covid-19 vaccines
Posted by Kunal Gaurav | Bloomberg
PUBLISHED ON FEB 26, 2021 10:50 PM IST
Staff at Bank of America will have the option to use two half days, for up to four hours each, for vaccination appointments this year.
'Honour to meet you': Adar Poonawalla briefs Amit Shah on vaccine capacity
By hindustantimes.com | Edited by Poulomi Ghosh
UPDATED ON FEB 26, 2021 11:11 PM IST
The government is yet to announce a price for Covishield and Covaxin for those who will get inoculated at private hospitals starting from March 1.
C'garh govt will bear cost of Covid-19 vaccination, says chief minister
PTI
PUBLISHED ON FEB 26, 2021 10:15 PM IST
"If the Union government refuses (to provide free vaccine to all), then we would facilitate Covid vaccination of people in the state at our own expenses," CM Baghel said.
Third US vaccine could raise question: Which Covid-19 shots are best?
Posted by Kunal Gaurav | AP
PUBLISHED ON FEB 26, 2021 10:12 PM IST
- If cleared for emergency use, the J&J vaccine would offer a one-dose option that could help speed vaccinations.
Health ministry says over 1.37 crore Covid-19 vaccine doses administered
PTI, New Delhi
PUBLISHED ON FEB 26, 2021 09:54 PM IST
As per the provisional report till Friday 6 pm, a total of 1,37,56,940 vaccine doses have been given through 2,89,320 sessions
Caribbean countries ask wealthy nations to share vaccine supply
Bloomberg
PUBLISHED ON FEB 26, 2021 09:38 PM IST
In a statement issued late Thursday, CARICOM said it was “dissatisfied and deeply concerned about the inequitable access to vaccines” it was facing.
In past 3 months, Feb registers highest number of travellers in India: Report
By HT Correspondent, Mumbai
UPDATED ON FEB 26, 2021 09:30 PM IST
- According to the report, bookings surged in Goa for both February 15 and February 22 by over 20%.
