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To prepare the nation for the next wave, it is crucial to address the gaps in the health care infrastructure.(PTI Photo)

The continuing challenge of Covid-19: Lessons from the second wave

By Hindustan Times
PUBLISHED ON SEP 13, 2021 03:44 PM IST
The piece has been authored by Dr Virander Singh Chauhan, Arturo Falaschi emeritus scientist and founder, ETI, Deepali Khanna, managing director, Asia Regional Office, Rockefeller Foundation
A BMC health worker collects swab samples for Covid-19 test of commuters arriving from outstation trains at Dadar station, in Mumbai. (Bhushan Koyande/ HT Photo)
A BMC health worker collects swab samples for Covid-19 test of commuters arriving from outstation trains at Dadar station, in Mumbai. (Bhushan Koyande/ HT Photo)

Covid third wave intensity expected to be 1/4 of second wave, say experts

PTI | , New Delhi
PUBLISHED ON AUG 30, 2021 06:52 PM IST
Manindra Agrawal, an IIT-Kanpur scientist who is part of the three-member team of experts that have been tasked with predicting any surge in infections, said if no new virulent emerges, then the situation is unlikely to change.
A health worker takes a swab sample from a youth to test for the Covid-19 coronavirus at a testing center in New Delhi. ( AFP)
A health worker takes a swab sample from a youth to test for the Covid-19 coronavirus at a testing center in New Delhi. ( AFP)

Still in the midst of Covid-19 second wave, upcoming months crucial: Govt

Written by Shankhyaneel Sarkar | Edited by Avik Roy, Hindustan Times, New Delhi
UPDATED ON AUG 26, 2021 06:12 PM IST
  • Bhushan said that the upcoming months, due to the festive season, remain crucial for the nation. He said that events which can lead to crowds should be strictly avoided.
File photo of external affairs minister S Jaishankar.
File photo of external affairs minister S Jaishankar.

Severity of Covid-19 second wave was difficult to anticipate: S Jaishankar

By hindustantimes.com | Written by Sohini Goswami, New Delhi
PUBLISHED ON AUG 12, 2021 05:10 PM IST
External affairs minister S Jaishankar said just as India helped others during the first wave of Covid-19, several other nations stood by it when it was hit by the second wave of the pandemic
The week-on-week change in the case curve has now been above zero for the past six days, the first time this has happened since May 10 — when the second wave peaked. (ANI)
The week-on-week change in the case curve has now been above zero for the past six days, the first time this has happened since May 10 — when the second wave peaked. (ANI)

Covid-19 cases rise for first time since second wave peak

By Jamie Mullick, New Delhi
UPDATED ON AUG 04, 2021 04:41 AM IST
The seven-day average of new infections, which denotes the country’s Covid-19 case curve, dropped to a low of 37,975 every day for the week ending July 22, but has since risen gradually with 40,710 new cases being reported every day for the week ending August 3.
The analysis of data on nearly 4,000 Covid-positive women for the study was done in the Mumbai-based institute(Pixabay)
The analysis of data on nearly 4,000 Covid-positive women for the study was done in the Mumbai-based institute(Pixabay)

Second wave of Covid-19 took heavier toll on pregnant women: Study

By Rhythma Kaul, New Delhi
UPDATED ON JUN 17, 2021 02:54 AM IST
Doctors treating women with Covid-19 also agree that the second wave had a severe impact on pregnant women than what was seen earlier.
The labour force participation rate has slowed to 39%.(PTI)
The labour force participation rate has slowed to 39%.(PTI)

Adverse economic impact of 2nd wave has peaked: UBS

By Nasrin Sultana, Hindustan Times, Mumbai
PUBLISHED ON MAY 28, 2021 07:10 AM IST
  • The UBS-India Activity Indicator tracks ultra-high frequency data available on weekly/daily basis to assess how economic activity is evolving on the ground.
Mucormycosis usually affects the nose, eye, and then moves on to the brain. The huge second wave of Covid-19 has driven a surge in cases of mucormycosis across the country. (Image used for representation). (PTI PHOTO.)
Mucormycosis usually affects the nose, eye, and then moves on to the brain. The huge second wave of Covid-19 has driven a surge in cases of mucormycosis across the country. (Image used for representation). (PTI PHOTO.)

Covid-19 highlights: Rajasthan govt imposes three-tier lockdown from May 24

By hindustantimes.com, Hindustan Times, New Delhi
UPDATED ON MAY 24, 2021 05:33 AM IST
  • India recorded 2,40,842 new cases of Covid-19 on Sunday, taking the total tally of cases to 26,530,132. 3,741 fatalities were also recorded in the last 24 hours; the pandemic has claimed 2,99,266 lives so far.
Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday said the Centre should divide the responsibility of producing vaccine for the coronavirus disease (Covid-19) between more firms in order to meet the high demand.(ANI)
Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday said the Centre should divide the responsibility of producing vaccine for the coronavirus disease (Covid-19) between more firms in order to meet the high demand.(ANI)

News updates from HT: Kejriwal urges Centre to let more firms produce vaccines

By hindustantimes.com, Hindustan Times, New Delhi
PUBLISHED ON MAY 11, 2021 12:55 PM IST
  • Here are today’s top news, analysis, and opinion. Know all about the latest news and other news updates from Hindustan Times.
The MoU was signed in the presence of Prof Mahadeo Jaiswal, director of the institute, and Subham Saxena, the district collector on Friday, the B school said in a statement. (File Photo)
The MoU was signed in the presence of Prof Mahadeo Jaiswal, director of the institute, and Subham Saxena, the district collector on Friday, the B school said in a statement. (File Photo)

IIM Sambalpur, Collector's office sign MoU to tackle COVID-19 crisis

PTI |
PUBLISHED ON MAY 09, 2021 10:22 AM IST
Indian Institute of Management Sambalpur has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the office of the Collector-cum-District Magistrate here to tackle the pandemic in the area and assist in the overall development of Sambalpur.
James McAvoy made a video appeal to his fans.
James McAvoy made a video appeal to his fans.

James McAvoy asks fans to make donation, support India's fight against Covid-19

PUBLISHED ON MAY 03, 2021 06:57 PM IST
Actor James McAvoy has shared a video, asking his fans to donate funds and help India in its fight again the Covid-19 pandemic.
A health worker walks through at a makeshift Covid-19 quarantine facility set up at a banquet hall in New Delhi. (Bloomberg)
A health worker walks through at a makeshift Covid-19 quarantine facility set up at a banquet hall in New Delhi. (Bloomberg)

White House says US is working closely with India to address Covid-19 crisis

PTI | , Washington
PUBLISHED ON APR 24, 2021 07:22 AM IST
White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki, at the daily news conference, said that the US offers its deepest sympathy to the people of India who are clearly suffering during this global pandemic.
A deserted street in Kuwait city seen as a nationwide curfew from 5 pm until 5 am is imposed for one month to curb a sharp rise in coronavirus cases, after Kuwait recorded its highest daily COVID-19 infection count in March. (AFP)
A deserted street in Kuwait city seen as a nationwide curfew from 5 pm until 5 am is imposed for one month to curb a sharp rise in coronavirus cases, after Kuwait recorded its highest daily COVID-19 infection count in March. (AFP)

Kuwait suspends commercial flights from India due to rising cases

Reuters | , Cairo
PUBLISHED ON APR 24, 2021 05:59 AM IST
The move was on the instructions of health authorities after an evaluation of the global coronavirus status.
Rhea Chakraborty was in the news after her boyfriend Sushant Singh Rajput died last year.
Rhea Chakraborty was in the news after her boyfriend Sushant Singh Rajput died last year.

Rhea Chakraborty opens up DMs to offer help amid second wave of Covid-19

PUBLISHED ON APR 23, 2021 04:28 PM IST
  • Rhea Chakraborty offered to help in whatever way she can, amid the healthcare crisis that has gripped the country. She said that ‘help is help’, whether big or small.
“Last year, over 80% of people were treated under home isolation. Our start is good but we need to increase our facilities more,” Harsh Vardhan said(PIB/PTI Photo)(PTI)
“Last year, over 80% of people were treated under home isolation. Our start is good but we need to increase our facilities more,” Harsh Vardhan said(PIB/PTI Photo)(PTI)

Centre working to create more temporary beds, increase manpower, says health min

By hindustantimes.com | Edited by Ayshee Bhaduri, Hindustan Times, New Delhi
PUBLISHED ON APR 20, 2021 06:41 PM IST
  • Harsh Vardhan called the current Covid-19 scenario “a trying time”, but opined the country is better equipped to deal with the challenges this time around even though the situation feels overwhelming.
Malaika Arora has reacted to huge crowds that have gathered for the Kumbh Mela.
Malaika Arora has reacted to huge crowds that have gathered for the Kumbh Mela.

Malaika Arora reacts to crowds during Kumbh Mela: 'Shocking'

PUBLISHED ON APR 16, 2021 05:12 PM IST
  • Malaika Arora expressed her shock to see huge crowds at the Kumbh Mela during a raging pandemic. See here reaction here.
Health workers carry a patient into a dedicated Covid-19 hospital in Ahmedabad, The picture is still grim in parts of Europe and Asia as variants of the virus fuel an increase in new cases and the worldwide death toll closes in on 3 million.(AP)
Health workers carry a patient into a dedicated Covid-19 hospital in Ahmedabad, The picture is still grim in parts of Europe and Asia as variants of the virus fuel an increase in new cases and the worldwide death toll closes in on 3 million.(AP)

Set up special wards for Covid: Health ministry tells central ministries, PSUs

By hindustantimes.com | Written by Avik Roy, New Delhi
UPDATED ON APR 16, 2021 01:04 PM IST
The Union health ministry advises all central ministries to issue instructions to the hospitals under their control or their PSUs to set up dedicated hospital wards or separate blocks within the hospitals for Covid care and share details of such hospitals in public domain.
On March 24, the Union health ministry said the variant was found in over 200 samples sent from Maharashtra, which became the first hot spot region during the second nationwide wave that began that month. (Photo by Vijay Bate / Hindustan Times)
On March 24, the Union health ministry said the variant was found in over 200 samples sent from Maharashtra, which became the first hot spot region during the second nationwide wave that began that month. (Photo by Vijay Bate / Hindustan Times)

‘India’s double mutant could be considered a variant of concern’

By Rhythma Kaul, New Delhi
UPDATED ON APR 15, 2021 04:35 AM IST
  • The double mutation refers to specific changes, among some others, that are denoted by E484Q (glutamate is replaced by glutamine at the 484th spot of the spike protein) and L452R (substitution of leucine with arginine at the 452nd position).
In picture - Crowded Sarojini Nagar market, in New Delhi.(HT Photo)
In picture - Crowded Sarojini Nagar market, in New Delhi.(HT Photo)

News updates from HT: AIIMS chief explains Covid-19 second wave in India

PUBLISHED ON APR 12, 2021 09:04 PM IST
Here are today’s top news, analysis and opinion. Know all about the latest news and other news updates from Hindustan Times.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi addresses a public meeting, in Salem on Sunday. (ANI Photo)
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi addresses a public meeting, in Salem on Sunday. (ANI Photo)

‘Enough with festival, claps, plates’..: Rahul Gandhi urges vaccination for all

By hindustantimes.com | Edited by Ayshee Bhaduri, Hindustan Times, New Delhi
PUBLISHED ON APR 12, 2021 04:32 PM IST
  • Rahul Gandhi was referring to last year’s Janata curfew on March 22 when people clapped and banged utensils to thank healthcare and frontline workers on the day.
In this file picture from May 2020, a child undergoes thermal screening before boarding a special train in Moradabad. The district has imposed a night curfew as cases rise across the state. (PTI Photo)
In this file picture from May 2020, a child undergoes thermal screening before boarding a special train in Moradabad. The district has imposed a night curfew as cases rise across the state. (PTI Photo)

After Lucknow, UP’s Moradabad imposes night curfew to check Covid-19 cases

By hindustantimes.com | Edited by Shankhyaneel Sarkar, Hindustan Times, New Delhi
PUBLISHED ON APR 09, 2021 03:41 PM IST
  • Moradabad joins Gautam Buddh Nagar, Allahabad, Meerut, Bareilly, Kanpur, Lucknow and Ghaziabad in imposing night curfews as Covid-19 cases rise in the state.
PM Modi will meet CMs on April 8 to discuss ongoing Covid-19 situation. (PTI)
PM Modi will meet CMs on April 8 to discuss ongoing Covid-19 situation. (PTI)

PM Narendra Modi to interact with CMs on current Covid-19 situation on April 8

By hindustantimes.com, Hindustan Times, New Delhi
PUBLISHED ON APR 05, 2021 05:08 PM IST
  • PM Narendra Modi to interact with CMs on current Covid-19 situation, vaccination strategy on Thursday evening.
Union Health Minister Dr Harsh Vardhan attends 70th annual day celebrations of CSIR-CDRI Lucknow virtually, in New Delhi. (ANI Photo)
Union Health Minister Dr Harsh Vardhan attends 70th annual day celebrations of CSIR-CDRI Lucknow virtually, in New Delhi. (ANI Photo)

Covid-19 surge: Harsh Vardhan to meet health ministers of 11 states, UTs

By hindustantimes.com | Edited by Shankhyaneel Sarkar, Hindustan Times, New Delhi
PUBLISHED ON APR 05, 2021 04:57 PM IST
  • Harsh Vardhan's meeting comes at the backdrop of what experts call a second wave of Covid-19 in the country and the review meeting held between the Prime Minister and senior officials on Sunday.
Vicky Kaushal has tested positive for Covid-19.
Vicky Kaushal has tested positive for Covid-19.

Vicky Kaushal tests positive for Covid-19, in home quarantine

PUBLISHED ON APR 05, 2021 12:16 PM IST
  • Vicky Kaushal is the latest in a long line of Bollywood celebrities to have tested positive for Covid-19, amid the second wave of the pandemic in India.
A woman wearing a protective mask walks past a graffiti amidst the spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19), on a street in Navi Mumbai, India, March 8, 2021. REUTERS/Francis Mascarenhas/Files(REUTERS)
A woman wearing a protective mask walks past a graffiti amidst the spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19), on a street in Navi Mumbai, India, March 8, 2021. REUTERS/Francis Mascarenhas/Files(REUTERS)

India's 78% of Covid-19 cases emerging from 5 states amid fears of second wave

By hindustantimes.com | Edited by Arpan Rai, New Delhi
PUBLISHED ON MAR 15, 2021 04:57 PM IST
Maharashtra, Punjab, Karnataka, Gujarat and Tamil Nadu continue to report a surge in Covid-19 daily cases and account for 78.41 per cent of the new infections, the Union health ministry said.
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