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Positivity rate below 5% for 14 days; experts say end far
The WHO recommends that test positivity should remain at 5% or lower for 14 days before countries or regions reopen
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India witnessing downswing in second wave of Covid-19 cases: Centre
Health ministry Joint Secretary Lav Agarwal said a steady decline in new Covid-19 cases has been recorded in India for the last 20 days, with 24 state
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Centre says Covid-19 pandemic is shrinking, warns 98% of population still vulnerable
We have been able to contain the spread to under 2% of the population due to continued efforts by the medical fraternity, states and districts, Lav Ag
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Total number of Covid-19 vaccine doses given in India crosses 18 crore
As on day-119 of the vaccination drive (May 14), total 10,79,759 vaccine doses were given
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Peak will come, virus can again emerge: Centre
Preparations have to be made at country level in collaboration with states, infrastructure has to be ramped up, NITI Aayog member (health) Dr V K Paul
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A journey from Corona Survivor to Corona Warrior
In this fight against COVID-19, people of all walks of life showcased to the world that courage is a choice and willingness is the weapon to win again
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Ten states account for over 72% of new COVID-19 cases
India's total active caseload has increased to 37,10,525 and now comprises 15.65% of the country's total infections. A net increase of 6,426 cases h
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Budget heading for jab expenditure does not inhibit Centre from using funds: FinMin
Since expenditure on vaccine is one-off expenditure outside the normal Centrally-Sponsored Schemes of the health ministry, separate funding ensures ea
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Hospitals directed no patient be refused admission for lack of valid ID, Centre tells SC
The government told the apex court that admissions to the hospital must be based on need and it should be ensured that beds are not occupied by person
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Ten states account for over 71% of new COVID-19 cases
Maharashtra has reported the highest daily new cases at 56,578. It is followed by Karnataka with 47,563 while Kerala reported 41,971 new cases
