CDC shortens recommended quarantine period from 14 days to seven days if test are negative
In July CDC shortened, from 14 days to 10, its advice on how long a person should stay in isolation after they first experience COVID symptoms — provided they’re no longer sick.
COVID-19 pandemic: Adequate planning, industry partnerships can help govts overcome logistics woes, says DHL study
Good infrastructure facilities, including a pre-established network of warehouses and transportation capabilities, can help ensure a sufficient stock of critical supplies, the study noted
Countermapping pandemic policing: A study by CPA Project
Watch the authors of the study (Nikita, Ameya and Srujana Bhej) explain the manner in which criminal law was used to further oppress marginalised communities during the lockdown.
Jolt for Trump administration as federal judge strikes down rules to curtail visas granted to skilled foreign workers
The US issues up to 85,000 H-1B visas each year. The new rules included imposing salary requirements on companies employing skilled overseas workers and limits on specialty occupations
New Zealand vs Pakistan: Ehsan Mani says tour will not be affected despite more COVID cases among visitors' squad
The PCB chief also said he wouldn't comment or speculate on the results of the COVID-19 tests which will continue before the players get permission to start training.
Sunny Deol tests positive for coronavirus, confirms Himachal Pradesh health secretary
Sunny Deol had undergone a shoulder surgery in Mumbai and was recuperating at a farmhouse near Manali in Kullu district
Never spoke of vaccinating entire country, says Centre; initial findings of Chennai case did not necessitate trial stoppage: ICMR
Meanwhile, Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd announced the commencement of adaptive phase 2/3 clinical trials for Russia's COVID-19 vaccine Sputnik V in India
Clean coaches, platforms but no adherence to COVID-19 protocols: A first-hand travel experience by suburban rail in Chennai
The resumption and opening up of suburban trains has been a huge relief for daily commuters, but continued vigilance on the part of the authorities as well as fellow travellers will go a long way in ensuring safety and building trust
Scott Atlas resigns as Donald Trump's special advisor on COVID-19 after controversial tenure
During his four months in the role, Atlas, who had no formal experience in public health or infectious diseases, questioned the need for masks and other measures to control the pandemic
COVID-19 pandemic has pushed global aid needs to record $35 billion for 2021, says UN
The world body's annual Global Humanitarian Overview estimated that 235 million people worldwide will need some form of emergency assistance next year, a staggering 40 percent increase in the past year
The SARS-CoV-2 virus just won’t stop evolving and disappear when the vaccine arrives
Vaccines offer the body’s immune system a glimpse of the virus, and then the immune system builds a broad attack.
Formula 1 2020: Lewis Hamilton set to miss Sakhir Grand Prix after testing postive for COVID-19
The Mercedes team said it would announce a replacement driver later in the week
World AIDS Day 2020: Why it’s important to keep diagnosing, treating AIDS patients during the COVID-19 pandemic
Lockdowns were essential to slow COVID-19's spread but have had a negative effect on people relying on HIV prevention, care and treatment services.
World AIDS Day: Battles won and lost against AIDS hold valuable lessons for managing COVID-19
There are fears that developing nations might be excluded from accessing a vaccine but global mechanisms are now in place to avoid this and encourage solidarity.
World Test Championship hasn't achieved what it intended to, says new ICC chairman Greg Barclay
Barclay dropped a hint that the inaugural WTC could well be the last one as smaller members can't afford Test cricket championship anymore.
Rajkot hospital fire: Five booked for causing death by negligence; probe reveals violation of multiple fire safety norms
Police said the ICU gate was not constructed as per standard norms and did not have fire or emergency exit signages. The emergency gate was found blocked, hampering rescue operations
SII rejects Covishield volunteer's allegations; PM to interact with 3 teams making COVID vaccine today
A 40-year-old man who took part in the 'Covishield' vaccine trial in Chennai has alleged serious side effects, including a virtual neurological breakdown and impairment of cognitive functions and has sought compensation of Rs 5 crore
Rajsamand BJP MLA Kiran Maheshwari dies at 59 after testing positive for COVID-19
Om Birla, Ashok Gehlot, Rajasthan Assembly Speaker CP Joshi, BJP state president Satish Poonia and other leaders condoled her demise
Should the isolation periods be shorter than 14 days for people infected with COVID-19?
Some experts believe that by decreasing the isolation period at five days is likely to be much more palatable and may encourage more infected people to comply.
India's COVID-19 caseload nears 94 lakh with 41,810 new cases; recovery rate at 93.71%
The toll due to the virus climbed to 1,36,696 with 496 new fatalities, as per the data updated at 8 am