Gonika Arora
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Over 400 doctors died of Covid in second wave, Delhi with most casualties
India | May 22, 2021, 02:05 PM ISTAs many as 420 doctors lost their lives in the country during the second wave of Covid-19, the Indian Medical Association (IMA) said on Saturday.
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Black fungus: ICMR releases guidelines; Dos and don'ts
May 21, 2021, 02:47 PM ISTAccording to doctors, cases of mucormycosis are being seen among Covid patients who were administered steroids to treat symptoms, and particularly among those who are suffering from diabetes and cancer.
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Govt asks states to notify 'black fungus' under Epidemic Diseases Act, report all cases
India | May 20, 2021, 08:19 PM ISTThe government has asked all states and union territories to notify "mucormycosis" or "black fungus" under the Epidemic Diseases Act. In a letter, Health Ministry Joint Secretary Lav Agarwal said it would be mandatory for all health facilities to report all suspected and confirmed cases of the fungal infectiion.
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Black Fungus: How to identify disease & what to do; Check AIIMS guidelines
India | May 20, 2021, 02:59 PM ISTPeople with uncontrolled diabetes, on high doses of steroid, weak immunity or comorbidities are most vulnerable to black fungus.
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Covid vaccination should be delayed by 3 months after recovery from illness: Govt
India | May 19, 2021, 06:01 PM ISTThe government on Wednesday said it has accepted new recommendations made by National Expert Group on Vaccine Administration for COVID-19 (NEGVAC). As per the suggestions, COVID-19 vaccination should be deferred by three months after recovery from the illness, the Health Ministry said.
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Delhi oxygen crisis: Supreme Court talks tough, asks Centre to supply 700 MT daily
India | May 07, 2021, 12:49 PM ISTThe Supreme Court on Friday put its foot down stating that 700 metric tonnes of medical oxygen have to be supplied to Delhi daily to tide over the Covid-19 crisis.
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You will have to give 700 MT oxygen to Delhi: Supreme Court to Centre
India | May 06, 2021, 10:12 PM ISTThe Supreme Court on Thursday told the Centre that Delhi must get at least 700 tonnes (mt) of oxygen every day, which has been requested by the government to meet the demands of the Covid patients. Delhi is among the worst-hit regions in the country during the second wave of coronavirus.
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Delhi oxygen crisis: Slight relief and a deadline for Centre from Supreme Court
India | May 06, 2021, 12:10 AM ISTThe Supreme Court bench of Justices DY Chandrachud and MR Shah pointed out that the coury was there to find fault amid the pandemic, but stressed that it was important to ensure oxygen supply for Delhi.
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'You can bury your head in sand like ostrich...': Delhi HC angry at Centre over oxygen supply
India | May 05, 2021, 12:05 AM ISTPointing that the Supreme Court was assured by SG Tushar Mehta that Delhi will not suffer, the high court said that this assurance has not been fulfilled as "small and large nursing homes and individuals are running to us".
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Consider imposing lockdown to curb second wave: Supreme Court to Centre, States
India | May 02, 2021, 11:40 PM ISTThe Supreme Court has urged Centre and State governments to consider imposing a ban on mass gatherings and super spreader events. They may also consider imposing a lockdown to curb the virus in the second wave in the interest of public welfare.
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Covid vaccination registration for those above 18 to start from April 28
India | Apr 22, 2021, 06:52 PM ISTThe CoWin portal — app where citizens can register for vaccination against coronavirus — will be made ready for 18 plus beneficiaries by April 24. Registrations for 18 plus citizens to book appointments for vaccinations will begin from April 28 while vaccination process will be commenced from May 1.
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SC asks Centre for national policy on oxygen supply, essential drugs & vaccination method
India | Apr 22, 2021, 01:42 PM ISTSC takes suo motu cognisance on prevailing COVID-19 situation in India, issues notice to Centre.
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UP govt moves Supreme Court against Allahabad HC's lockdown order in 5 cities
India | Apr 20, 2021, 12:36 PM ISTThe Uttar Pradesh government has approached the Supreme Court against the Allahabad HC's lockdown order in five cities amid surge in COVID-19 cases.
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COVID-19: Delhi's Chandni Chowk, wholesale markets to remain shut till April 25
India | Apr 19, 2021, 11:33 AM ISTDelhi Lockdown News: Chandni Chowk market in the old Delhi and the wholesale markets will remain shut till April 25.
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Railways to run oxygen express trains using green corridors in fight against Covid
India | Apr 18, 2021, 08:28 PM ISTAs pandemic sitution worsen in the country, Railways is getting fully ready to transport Liquid Medical Oxygen (LMO) and Oxygen Cylinders across the key Corridors. Availability of oxygen is a key element in the treatment of certain medical conditions in the Covid infection.
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Railways approve Maharashtra's request regarding transportation of liquid medical oxygen
India | Apr 17, 2021, 12:10 AM ISTThe Indian Railways has accepted a request made by the Maharashtra government regarding the transportation of liquid medical oxygen in Cryogenic tankers by Railways, in view of the pandemic situation in the state.
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New Hanuman temple built overnight in Delhi's Chandni Chowk area
India | Feb 19, 2021, 12:57 PM ISTThe Hanuman temple was demolished in line with a Delhi High Court order, as part of the Delhi government’s Chandni Chowk Redevelopment Plan.
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Republic Day 2021: Delhi Metro to operate at specific stations, parking to remain closed. Details
India | Jan 24, 2021, 03:10 PM ISTThe Delhi Police have stepped up security and intensified patrolling and verification drives across the national capital to thwart any untoward incidents ahead of Republic Day.
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...But farmers turn down SC's proposal, say will hold 'peaceful' protest on Republic Day
India | Jan 12, 2021, 10:03 PM ISTFarmer leaders welcomed the Supreme Court's decision to put the laws on hold, however, they refused to appear before the committee set up by the apex court.
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Pan-India Covid vaccination dry run from Jan 2, government to procure 83 crore syringes
India | Dec 31, 2020, 03:08 PM ISTThe COVID vaccination dry run will be conducted by all the State and UT governments on January 2, stated a press release issued by Health Ministry on Thursday.