Coronavirus

Another bat-linked coronavirus discovered in china, could potentially infect humans

A team of Chinese virologists has identified a new bat coronavirus, HKU5-CoV-2, that could potentially infect humans. Led by Shi Zhengli, a renowned scientist known as "Batwoman" for her extensive research on coronaviruses, the discovery raises concerns about the possibility of another zoonotic spillover.

Feb 22, 2025

The Vaccine War Review: Factual, well researched; fans laud Vivek Agnihotri for showing the challenges, struggles of medical professionals

Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri's latest directorial venture, 'The Vaccine War', sheds light on an intriguing subject that resonates with every individual - India's remarkable journey towards crafting its own vaccine during the difficult COVID-19 times. The film delves into the lesser-known challenges that emerged on this path, showcasing the relentless determination of every Indian scientist and Indian who contributed to this monumental feat.

Sep 29, 2023

Rajnath Singh tests positive for COVID; skips IAF Commanders' Conference

Covid not yet over, as pandemic to peak in mid-May: study

Despite falling Covid cases, a new study has suggested that the pandemic could peak at mid-May

May 9, 2023

Covid scare peaks as India reports 12,196 fresh cases and 42 deaths in 24 hours

As the Covid scare looms, the Centre has advised eight states to follow stringent measures and to take precautions to control the rapid spreading of the infection

Apr 23, 2023

Vaccines for cancer, heart disease, different tumours to be ready by end of decade

Millions of lives could be saved by a groundbreaking set of new vaccines for a range of conditions including cancer, experts have said.

Apr 8, 2023

Health Byte: Eating oily fish, flaxseed can protect you against severe Covid

They were also 26 per cent less likely to be hospitalised, and risk for hospitalisation was 11 per cent lower per increase in plasma DHA per cent.

Mar 2, 2023

Covid lab leak was not an accident, Virologist blames communist government for pandemic outbreak

It was in September 2020 that Yan initially claimed that the coronavirus originated from a government-controlled lab in Wuhan

Mar 2, 2023

China fails to contain COVID again; abandons zero-Covid policy [details]

In the face of the most widespread national protests since the bloody crackdown on Tiananmen Square demonstrators in 1989, the Chinese government has abruptly abandoned its flagship zero-Covid policy, according to a media report.

Dec 4, 2022

Disney characters perform at Shanghai Disneyland in Shanghai (File photo)

Shanghai Disneyland to reopen on Friday [Check restrictions, other details]

The Shanghai Disneyland will reopen on Friday and tickets are available for purchase starting Thursday, according to an official announcement.

Nov 24, 2022

Hybrid variant of Covid named XBB bothers medical experts due to its contagious nature [details]

Several reports suggest that this new variant namedXBB is already present in nearly 20 countries

Nov 7, 2022

Netizens troll Sonu Sood for drinking and calling railway station's tap water, 'super healthy' [View Tweets]

Social media users recalled how Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann felt ill after he drank a glass of water directly from Kali Bein, a holy rivulet in Sultanpur Lodhi.

Oct 7, 2022

Durga Puja 2022: Kajol asks Jaya Bachchan to remove mask; fan says, 'Amit uncle ko baar baar Corona hojata hai..'

Kajol Devgan asks Jaya Bachchan to remove her mask during 'Durga Puja', the video of Kajol's expression and reaction has left netizens in splits! Other celebrities who were spotted in the same pandal in Mumbai were Mouni Roy, Rani Mukerji, Kajol, Ayan Mukerji, Sumona Chakravarti, and Tanishaa Mukerji.

Oct 3, 2022

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Coronavirus

Another bat-linked coronavirus discovered in china, could potentially infect humans

The Vaccine War Review: Factual, well researched; fans laud Vivek Agnihotri for showing the challenges, struggles of medical professionals

Covid not yet over, as pandemic to peak in mid-May: study

Covid scare peaks as India reports 12,196 fresh cases and 42 deaths in 24 hours

Vaccines for cancer, heart disease, different tumours to be ready by end of decade

Health Byte: Eating oily fish, flaxseed can protect you against severe Covid

Covid lab leak was not an accident, Virologist blames communist government for pandemic outbreak

China fails to contain COVID again; abandons zero-Covid policy [details]

Shanghai Disneyland to reopen on Friday [Check restrictions, other details]

Hybrid variant of Covid named XBB bothers medical experts due to its contagious nature [details]

Netizens troll Sonu Sood for drinking and calling railway station's tap water, 'super healthy' [View Tweets]

Durga Puja 2022: Kajol asks Jaya Bachchan to remove mask; fan says, 'Amit uncle ko baar baar Corona hojata hai..'

Covid Update: India logs 3,615 cases; Number hovers below 5,000 consistently now

Covid update: India reports 13,272 new Covid cases, 36 deaths

Face masks are back in J&K; spike in COVID cases prompts precaution [details]

Covid pandemic reduced global life expectancy, says UN report

New Covid variant discovered in Shanghai after months of lockdown

Covid cases climb in India; Health ministry says 70% deaths due to comorbidities

Inevitable Covid fourth wave: IIT experts' prediction coming true as country witnesses spike in fresh cases

Covid Update: Scientists identify new coronavirus commonly found in rodents [Details]

Time for India to follow suit? France, Germany, Netherlands, US banned use of EVMs [here's why]

Dhanush's Captain Miller has no buyers in Telugu states? Here's why

Deepika Padukone is a sight to behold in velvet gown; attends Academy Museum Gala with Selena Gomez, Dua Lip [see pics]

Is exhibiting cleavage mandatory? Malaika Arora opts for low neck sleeveless outfit at event in Vrindavan, leaves netizens furious