COVID-19

Why 8 lakh pharmacies across India are calling for shutdown on May 20

May 19, 2026 11:28 am

The bandh is in protest against e-pharmacies eating into their business

After Hantavirus scare, Norovirus outbreak on another cruise ship sparks concern: How they differ from Covid-19, symptoms to know

May 11, 2026 3:00 pm

People should also focus on rest, hydration, and habits that support immunity, like getting enough sleep and eating a balanced diet

Deadly hantavirus outbreak on cruise ship sparks global panic as WHO chief rushes to Spain

May 09, 2026 8:01 pm

The MV Hondius is expected to dock in Tenerife early Sunday, where passengers will undergo screening before being transferred to isolated areas under strict health protocols.

Knowledge Nugget | From Hantavirus to COVID-19: Understanding viral diseases in news

May 10, 2026 1:12 pm

A Hantavirus outbreak aboard a cruise ship has once again pushed zoonotic diseases into the spotlight. From Hantavirus and Nipah to Mpox, Ebola, Zika and COVID-19 — why do these outbreaks matter? Here’s all you need to know. Also, go ‘Beyond the Nugget’ to understand the ‘One Health’ approach.

Amid West Asia war, Cabinet approves Rs 2.55 lakh crore credit guarantee scheme

May 06, 2026 2:42 am

Rs 5,000 cr earmarked for airlines, overall scheme to cost Rs 18,000 cr to the government

World unprepared for another pandemic, says Ex-NIH director, expresses worry at mRNA research being scaled back in US

May 01, 2026 7:35 am

Both in terms of our vaccine and public health response, I think we are worse off than we were in the early days of 2020, says Dr Francis Collins.

'Felt like I was dying': Elon Musk reignites Covid-19 vaccine debate, backs ex-Pfizer toxicologist's claims

April 13, 2026 1:31 pm

The business tycoon wrote on X, "The vaccine dosage was obviously too high and done too many times. I had the original Wuhan virus before there was any vaccine and it was much like any other cold/flu. Bad, but not terrible. But my second vaccine shot almost sent me to the hospital. Felt like I was dying."

Inflammatory speeches to Covid violations: Religious event in UP attracts a ‘curious’ charge

April 07, 2026 2:29 pm

The programme, featuring Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati, was held in Basti on March 29. The organiser, who has been booked, claimed the action is ‘biased’.

No test report, no death memo: Why Allahabad HC rejected a Covid compensation plea

March 31, 2026 3:39 pm

The bench upheld the decision of the Firozabad District Magistrate, which had rejected the compensation application on the same grounds in 2023.

Is your Covid shot still effective against new BA.3.2 variant? Here's what we know so far

March 30, 2026 12:59 pm

COVID Cicada variant BA.3.2 detected globally with 75 mutations, raising concerns over antibody evasion and possible reduced vaccine effectiveness.

This is what happens when you have Covid during pregnancy; know the risks

November 05, 2025 9:38 am

This is what happens when you have covid during pregnancy, know the risks.

India reports 640 new Covid-19 cases, country’s tally stands at 4.50 crore

December 22, 2023 10:38 pm

According to the health ministry, 220.67 crore doses of Covid vaccine have been administered in the country so far.

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

Biggest news of the week, in pictures

January 21, 2023 2:36 pm

From Swedish climate Greta Thunberg being detained in Germany to Rahul Gandhi-led Bharat Jodo Yatra reaching Jammu, here are some of the biggest news of the week in pictures.

China: As zero-Covid ends, travellers rush to take advantage

January 08, 2023 2:14 pm

On a visit to the station Sunday morning, Hong Kong’s Chief Executive John Lee said the sides would continue to expand the number of crossing points from the current seven to the full 14.

Top pictures of the week from around the world

December 31, 2022 1:55 pm

From the 'bomb cyclone' in US and Canada to Pope Francis' Christmas address from the Vatican, here are the top pictures of the week from around the world.

India carries out mock drills in hospitals to check Covid readiness

December 27, 2022 6:52 pm

As a norm, the mock drills assess bed availability, manpower, referral resources, testing capacity, medical logistics, telemedicine services and medical oxygen availability, among other things.

Masks make a return in India as Covid cases rise globally again

December 24, 2022 9:42 am

India masks up: States prepare to curb the spread of Covid amid global surge in cases

December 23, 2022 2:03 pm

As India rolls out advisory to curb the spread of Covid-19 in the country amid a surge of infections in China and other countries, hospitals, educational institutions, and other public places can be seen beginning to follow the precautionary protocols since Thursday.

Chinese citizens remain cautious days after govt scraps zero-Covid policy

December 09, 2022 8:25 pm

While many embrace the new freedom, there are also growing concerns over the virus running wild soon.