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Coronavirus
On December 31, 2019, China reported a new virus to the World Health Organization (WHO), which later came to be known as COVID-19 -- the “CO” stands for coronavirus, “VI” for virus and “D” for disease. The coronavirus itself is called “nCoV-2019”. The virus, which causes symptoms ranging from an itchy throat to pneumonia, has killed thousands globally and infected millions. Several countries, including India, have implemented lockdown measures and other restrictions in a bid to stop the tranmission of the coronavirus. There are global efforts to find a cure or vaccine for the coronavirus, with several studies underway and in different stages of development. Scientists are also trying to understand the origin of the virus and how it is transmitted. An indigenous vaccine for the coronavirus is being developed in the country by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) in partnership with Bharat Biotech International Limited (MMIL).
India initiated a lockdown on March 24 due to the coronavirus, and has gradually eased restrictions in phases. The country stopped rail and air services to contain the coronavirus. The Centre announced a Rs 1.7 lakh crore package to that would largely benefit the unorganised sector workers, especially daily wage earners and the urban and rural poor. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has also taken several relief measures to mitigate the economic fallout due to the coronavirus.
The Centre initiated Shramik Special trains in May to help stranded migrants, tourists students and others return to their home states. It announced the Vande Bharat Mission and Operation Samudra Setu to help Indian nationals abroad return to the country amid the coronavirus pandemic.
The coronavirus pandemic is altering beviour across the world. From social distancing to wearing masks, from washing hands to working from home, people have been forced to change their habits. And not just humans, the coronavirus pandemic has led to cleaner air, blue skies and a change in animal behaviour.
India initiated a lockdown on March 24 due to the coronavirus, and has gradually eased restrictions in phases. The country stopped rail and air services to contain the coronavirus. The Centre announced a Rs 1.7 lakh crore package to that would largely benefit the unorganised sector workers, especially daily wage earners and the urban and rural poor. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has also taken several relief measures to mitigate the economic fallout due to the coronavirus.
The Centre initiated Shramik Special trains in May to help stranded migrants, tourists students and others return to their home states. It announced the Vande Bharat Mission and Operation Samudra Setu to help Indian nationals abroad return to the country amid the coronavirus pandemic.
The coronavirus pandemic is altering beviour across the world. From social distancing to wearing masks, from washing hands to working from home, people have been forced to change their habits. And not just humans, the coronavirus pandemic has led to cleaner air, blue skies and a change in animal behaviour.
CORONAVIRUS NEWS
Tablighi Jamaat verdict shows how easily fear can be weaponised to target marginalised groups
July 23, 2025 11:38 am
When the judiciary had to step in to correct a narrative hijacked by hysteria, it exposed the perils of justice delayed and democracy distorted — by unchecked prejudice
A new Covid variant Nimbus aka ‘razor blade throat’ is on the rise. All you need to know
June 19, 2025 7:51 pm
Nimbus Covid NB.1.8.1 variant: The variant - NB.1.8.1 is nicknamed Nimbus aka 'razor blade throat' Covid as it may cause painful sore throats and doctors in India say some patients have reported the symptom.
Active cases cross 7,000-mark; 3 new deaths recorded on Thursday
June 16, 2025 1:24 pm
Three new Covid-related deaths, three in Kerala, two in Karnataka and one in Maharashtra were also reported in the last 24-hours, taking the total number of deaths this year to 74.
40-year-old Covid patient from UP dies in Chandigarh hospital
May 28, 2025 1:33 pm
Amid the recent surge in Covid-19 cases across India, experts have advised that vulnerable groups like young children, the elderly, and immunocompromised individuals must be cautious.
Covid is past but it future-proofs this Jharkhand control room for migrants
March 30, 2025 9:11 pm
The SOS video caused outrage, leading the State Migrant Control Room (SMCR) of Jharkhand to launch a rescue mission in coordination with the Indian and Cameroon governments to repatriate the workers in three phases until the first week of January.
What is human coronavirus detected in a Kolkata woman? Here’s all you need to know about this strain
March 17, 2025 6:53 pm
HKU1 was identified in 2005, so not a novel virus. There’s no need to panic.
Study finds new bat Coronavirus capable of human transmission via same route as Covid-19
February 22, 2025 10:31 am
According to the study, the virus has the ability to bind to the human angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE2), the same receptor used by the Sars-CoV-2 virus to enter human cells.
‘We are monitoring situation in China’: Kerala health minister on HMPV fears
January 04, 2025 4:35 pm
HMPV Outbreak in China: Kerala minister Veena George says there is no ground for panic, advises masks for pregnant women and people with serious diseases.
PM CARES Fund received Rs 912 crore contribution in year after Covid pandemic
December 28, 2024 7:52 am
The PM CARES Funds received Rs 909.64 crore as voluntary contributions and Rs 2.57 crore as foreign contributions during 2022-23, the latest year for which audited accounts are available in the public domain.
Athletics: Noah Lyles on getting Covid before his 200m Paris Olympics race
November 27, 2024 7:12 pm
One of the reasons Lyles managed to even get to the track in Paris was because of the laxer conditions revolving around Covid in the French capital for the 2024 Olympics.
CORONAVIRUS PHOTOS
In pictures: Artists paint the post-pandemic life in vibrant hues
March 24, 2023 11:41 am
The ideology of the exhibition was to bring out artists from the dullness and darkness that pandemic lashed out at the world
Masks make a return in India as Covid cases rise globally again
December 24, 2022 9:42 am
A week after China eases Covid curbs, residents swarm pharmacies, test centres
December 15, 2022 7:14 pm
In pictures: People offer prayers, celebrate Eid after two years of sombre festivities amid pandemic
May 03, 2022 4:48 pm
People get together to celebrate the festival of Eid after the holy month of fasting called Ramadan
Solo exhibition reflects on cosmos, humans during the pandemic
March 09, 2022 6:41 pm
The paintings by artist Divyaman Singh depicted a collective conscience’s journey: from despair to hope and living in harmony with elements around us through the pandemic
A day in the life of a Delhi school student after two years of school shutdown
February 20, 2022 10:54 pm
After Delhi government reopened schools for all grades after a two-year closure. On Friday, Indian Express shadowed class 2 student, Mohammed Zaid (7), on his first day of school. The last time Zaid attended school was March 2020, and he was a 5-year-old completing kindergarten.
Long lines, crowded lounges at IGI Airport as new guidelines come into effect
December 02, 2021 2:31 pm
Around five or six passengers showed Covid-like symptoms during the rapid PCR and RT-PCR test and were sent to Lok Nayak hospital.
Some Argentines turn to unusual pandemic pets for comfort
October 04, 2021 2:43 pm
Millions of people have found solace during the pandemic in cuddling a dog or cat. For a few, comfort comes in other forms — those of a horse or a pig, perhaps a possum-like sugar glider or even a tarantula
World Tourism Day: 7 offbeat places to add to your travel wish list once the pandemic ends
September 27, 2021 12:14 pm
Virtual travel is on the rise, as is planning imaginary itineraries for when the world goes back to travelling and exploring again. On the occasion of World Tourism Day today, we bring you some offbeat destinations from around the world that you can travel to, once the pandemic ends.
Delhi Zoo welcomes visitors after three months; take a look at these photos
August 04, 2021 9:55 am
After a long wait -- of three months -- Delhi Zoo and all its animal and bird species welcomed back visitors. As was expected, people made a beeline for the place which, in pre-pandemic times, would have tourists swarming it all year long
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