Covid update: Covishield ‘good news’; virus & TB link; UP cancels Kanwar Yatra

Published on Jul 18, 2021 12:06 am IST

From the Uttar Pradesh government cancelling Kanwar Yatra to warning over easing restrictions in the UK, here are the top updates on coronavirus. SII CEO Adar Poonawalla reacted after France became the most recent nation to recognize Covishield. Poonawalla said it was “good news” for travelers. Meanwhile, the Uttar Pradesh government cancelled the Kanwar Yatra this year in view of Covid-19. Also, Union Health Ministry said there is not enough scientific data to link tuberculosis increase to Covid-19. Watch the full video for more updates on the pandemic.

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