Coronavirus Awareness
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Healthcare experts call for urgent action to address COVID impact on national nutrition mission
Health | Sep 05, 2020, 08:23 PM ISTThe government is celebrating the National Nutrition Month or ''Poshan Maah'' this month where several programmes will be organised to spread awareness on the issues related to malnutrition in children, pregnant women and lactating mothers.
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11 teams of scientists from India, US to start working on COVID-related research
India | Sep 03, 2020, 11:52 AM ISTThe teams have been selected to take up these initiatives through a rigorous bi-national review process of proposals received under COVID-19 Ignition Grants in April 2020 issued by the US-India Science and Technology Endowment Fund (USISTEF).
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What supercomputer analysis of genes revealed about Covid-19?
Health | Sep 02, 2020, 07:48 PM ISTA team led by Dan Jacobson of the US Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory recently used the Summit supercomputer to analyse genes from cells in the lung fluid of nine Covid-19 patients compared with 40 control patients
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Meet voice-over artist Jasleen Bhalla who has become the 'voice of the pandemic'
offbeat | Jul 26, 2020, 04:39 PM ISTSoon after the lockdown was announced in March, we have been hearing a voice spreading awareness about COVID19 whenever we call someone. This caller tune is heard soon after we dial a number. It provides information related to coronavirus positive patients along with other related information. The caller tune has gone viral now that it is on everyone's finger tips. But do you know whose voice it is?
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Restaurants, spas may open in Maharashtra with 40-50% capacity, how to keep yourself safe
Lifestyle | Jul 02, 2020, 02:45 PM ISTAs restaurants and spas gear up to reopen, it is very important to take the precautionary measures to ensure your safety from the novel coronavirus. Here are a few health tips and rules you should keep in mind before dining out.
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All about New Swine flu virus in China: Should you worry?
Health | Jul 01, 2020, 02:01 PM ISTG4 EA H1N1 flu virus is already spreading among the swine population in China. Researchers have taken 30,000 nasal swabs from pigs in slaughterhouses in 10 Chinese provinces between 2011 and 2018 and have found the genotype 1 (G1) strain.
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Siddha research papers throw light on efficacy of 'Kabasura kudineer' in managing COVID-19
Fyi | Jun 19, 2020, 03:14 PM ISTWith a global race on to find a cure for the deadly coronavirus, teams of Siddha doctors in Tamil Nadu who dug deep into the traditional system ofmedicine have found 'kabasura kudineer' a herbal concoction to be effective in managing COVID-19 cases.
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Pink eye may be primary symptom of COVID-19: Study
Health | Jun 19, 2020, 01:40 PM ISTWhile coughing, fever and difficulty in breathing are common symptoms of COVID-19, a new case study has found that pink eye is also a reason to be tested for the disease.
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Viral Covid prescription by Delhi’s Sir Ganga Ram Hospital is FAKE, don't fall for it
Trending | Jun 12, 2020, 10:35 PM ISTThe truth behind viral medical prescription on Covid treatment. Sir Ganga Ram Hospital official handle tweeted to dismiss the fake prescription on Covid treatment.
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Nagpur Police share Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah meme for COVID-19 awareness. Twitterati react
Trending | Jun 10, 2020, 02:12 PM ISTOn Tuesday, Nagpur Police twitter handle shared an interesting meme to urge people to wear masks while visiting the shops fro grocery shopping and buying other things. They used a Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah meme to convey their message.
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Coronavirus: Mumbai artist makes paintings to spread awareness
News | May 20, 2020, 08:54 AM ISTArtist came up with a unique idea to spread awareness about coronavirus in Mumbai. He made two paintings on Eastern Express Highway.
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Month of May could be 'make or break' for COVID-19 fight, say medical experts
India | Apr 30, 2020, 03:21 PM ISTAs the May 3 deadline for the lockdown nears, medical experts feel the next month can be "make or break" for the fight against COVID-19 and an aggressive containment strategy for hotspots along with insulation of green zones is essential while giving some relaxations.
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Lady Gaga's COVID-19 relief concert 'absolutely beautiful': Lisa Mishra
Celebrities | Apr 29, 2020, 08:51 AM ISTSinger Lisa Mishra described joining global superstar Lady Gaga's COVID-19 relief concert "One World: Together at Home" as an "absolutely beautiful" experience, and says that it has made her realise the importance of music in global healing.
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COVID-19 impacting major organs; young, middle-aged dying of stroke
India | Apr 28, 2020, 08:35 AM ISTThe report said doctors sound an alarm about patients in their 30s and 40s left debilitated or dead. Some didn't even know they were infected.
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Govt infuses ₹ 15,000 crore for coronavirus emergency response
Business | Apr 22, 2020, 04:22 PM ISTThe Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved a significant investments of Rs.15,000 crore for 'India COVID-19 Emergency Response and Health System Preparedness Package'.
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Kartik Aaryan to chat up police personnel on episode 3 of his chat show 'Koki Poochega'
Celebrities | Apr 17, 2020, 10:58 PM ISTKartik Aaryan shared a glimpse of the interview on his Instagram where the lady police personnel has a hilarious reply to his coronavirus busting myth questions.
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India-born MMA fighter Mangat to be part of series to raise funds for COVID-19 pandemic
Other Sports | Apr 16, 2020, 01:34 PM ISTThe series aims to raise funds for the World Health Organization's (WHO) COVID-Solidarity Fund, as well as encourage people to stay at home, stay inside, and practice social distancing.
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Can coronavirus reactivate in the body of a patient? Doctors on IndiaTV answer
Health | Apr 15, 2020, 01:33 PM ISTKnow from the panel of doctors on IndiaTV, the chances a person possesses to be re-infected with the novel coronavirus despite being tested negative twice.
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Look why doctors on IndiaTV feel lockdown 2.0 by PM Modi is necessary for Indians
Health | Apr 14, 2020, 02:04 PM ISTPM Narendra Modi has extended the coronavirus lockdown in the country till May 3. A panel of doctors on IndiaTV state why and how this lockdown 2.0 is necessary for everyone.
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Varun Dhawan with Zoa Morani on her coping with coronavirus: Actress says there's no need to panic
Celebrities | Apr 11, 2020, 06:22 PM ISTActress Zoa Morani, who is COVID-19 positive, has shared her experience on battling the deadly disease on Instagram .ive with actor and good friend Varun Dhawan.