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genome sequencing news

India’s genomics moment has arrived; act now

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Published on Jan 22, 2026 05:34 pm IST

Scientists want to sequence all animals, fungi and plants on Earth

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You can run, but you can’t hide
Published on Aug 04, 2025 03:08 pm IST

Covid situation in control, no need to panic: PMC

The meeting was chaired by additional municipal commissioner M J Pradeep Chandran, and attended by representatives from the PMC health department, public health officials, and the Rapid Response Task Force. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)
Published on Jun 10, 2025 06:18 am IST

Himachal sees first Covid case in latest surge, Sirmaur woman tests positive

The 82-year-old Covid patient was advised hospitalisation but she refused following which she was asked to ensure her home isolation.
Published on Jun 04, 2025 09:04 am IST

With 4 new Covid cases, Gautam Budh Nagar tally reaches 19; all mild infections

According to officials, most of the cases have been detected through private hospitals and diagnostic laboratories. (Sunil Ghosh/HT Photo)
Published on May 29, 2025 06:58 am IST

Noida sees rise in COVID cases, district tally at 15; health department on alert

Officials confirmed all cases were detected at private hospitals or diagnostic labs. Only one patient required hospitalisation before shifting to home care. (HT Photo)
Published on May 28, 2025 07:26 am IST

Jammu: Focus on tech-driven progress in healthcare sector, says Union minister

Jitendra Singh (PTI file)
Published on Feb 03, 2025 05:28 am IST

Rapid response team to probe chikungunya rare manifestation

CHIKV-positive patients are reportedly showing severe dengue-like symptoms and complications. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)
Updated on Sept 23, 2024 06:08 am IST

Study finds significance of genetic sequencing to diagnose growth disorders

The cases involved two or more rare monogenic conditions in the same patient. Such cases are very hard to diagnose, especially by clinical assessment alone.
Published on Feb 18, 2024 01:31 pm IST

Covid case detected in Jammu

The report of the sample is expected in around 10 days. (HT File)
Published on Dec 29, 2023 10:13 pm IST

One-week home isolation for Covid patients in Karnataka: Minster

At least three people have died due to Jn.1 variant of Covid-19 in the state, says health minister Dinesh Gundu Rao. (HT photo)
Updated on Dec 27, 2023 08:46 am IST

3 active Covid cases in Chandigarh

The recently identified Covid positive patient is currently undergoing mandatory home isolation in Chandigarh. (Getty Images/iStockphoto)
Updated on Dec 27, 2023 06:10 am IST

21 cases of JN.1 variant detected in India; doctors on alert, advise precaution

People wearing face masks as a precautionary measure after cases of COVID-19 sub-variant JN.1 were detected in the country in Bengaluru on Wednesday (PTI)
Published on Dec 21, 2023 06:27 am IST

Maharashtra reports first case of Covid-19 JN.1 infection

Maharashtra has witnessed a slight increase in the Covid positivity rate from 0.28% to 1% in the last four weeks. (HT PHOTO)
Updated on Dec 21, 2023 06:04 am IST

Ghaziabad: 10% dengue samples found positive for DEN-2 variant

According to the Ghaziabad health department on Tuesday, the tally of dengue positive cases was 594, with one death. (Sakib Ali/HT Photo)
Updated on Sept 27, 2023 06:24 am IST

10 benefits of genome testing for everyday life

10 benefits of genome testing for everyday life
Published on Sept 17, 2023 08:48 am IST

Here's how proteins drive growth of multiple cancer types, reveals study

Here's how proteins drive growth of multiple cancer types, reveals study
Published on Aug 15, 2023 03:41 pm IST

Human genome reboot better reflects global population

On Wednesday, May 10, 2023, scientists announced they have sequenced the genomes of 47 people from around the world, allowing scientists to be able to look at what's normal and what's not across people and learn more about what genes do and what diseases genetic problems may cause. (NHGRI via AP, File)
Published on May 11, 2023 03:49 pm IST

Rise in cases: Centre tells UP, 7 other states to strengthen Covid vigil

The country has been witnessing a consistent rise in Covid cases since March, with 10,262 cases reported in the week ending April 20. (File Photo)
Updated on Apr 21, 2023 10:29 pm IST

Chandigarh tricity area records 172 new Covid infections, active cases near 1,000

Chandigarh tricity area’s Covid-19 cases rose to 172 on Sunday, a 27% spike from previous day’s tally of 135. (PTI)
Updated on Apr 17, 2023 12:40 am IST

The human genome: The most important map ever produced

The Human Genome Project gave us the first sequence of the human genome, kickstarting a revolution in biology.
Published on Apr 16, 2023 11:16 am IST

627 cases of XBB1.16 Omicron sub-variant found in Maharashtra

The XBB1.16 Omicron recombinant sub-variant – said to be behind the fresh spike in Covid cases in the state – is currently the most dominant strain in circulation in Pune, with 56% of Covid-19 samples from the district found to be of this sub-variant. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)
Updated on Apr 14, 2023 11:51 pm IST

Haryana ready to deal with rising Covid infections, says Anil Vij

Haryana health and family welfare minister Anil Vij said that RT-PCR labs have been set up in every district of Haryana .
Updated on Apr 10, 2023 12:04 am IST

Document vaccination status when testing for Covid-19: ICMR to labs

A healthcare worker collects a swab sample of a man for Covid-19 test. (PTI)
Updated on Apr 09, 2023 11:39 pm IST

Maha sees 41% drop in Covid-19 cases on Saturday

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Updated on Apr 09, 2023 12:13 am IST

XBB 1.16 mild in nature, Pune experts call for elderly to take booster dose

Though the variant is mild in nature, it is highly infectious due to its ability to evade natural and vaccine-induced immunity. (REPRESENTATIVE IMAGE)
Updated on Apr 08, 2023 10:47 pm IST

In ‘high-priority’ directive, U.P. govt asks officials to screen int’l passengers at all airports

Those who display Covid-like symptoms should be tested, added the notification issued on Friday. (HT Photo)
Updated on Apr 08, 2023 09:18 pm IST

Mumbai records Covid-19 death after 78 days

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Updated on Apr 06, 2023 12:15 am IST

All districts to focus on testing and tracking Covid-19 patients

The number of Covid-19 cases in the state appears to be lower, but the true situation cannot be predicted until the number of samples is increased, according to state health officials. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)
Updated on Apr 05, 2023 11:40 pm IST