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Coronavirus Vaccine Live Tracker, Covid-19 Cases in India Live Updates: The devastating second wave of the coronavirus continues to wreak havoc in India as the nation recorded more than 3.5 lakh fresh Covid-19 infections on Monday. This is the seventh day running when India has seen more than 3.5 lakh coronavirus cases. On April 21st last month, India had breached the 3 lakh-mark in terms of the daily caseload. While the Narendra Modi government has said that it is chalking out a plan to scale up the Oxygen supply, the situation remains grim across India. In terms of fatalities, the official data says that close to 3,500 people lost their lives in the last 24 hours. But the crematoria, graveyards have a different story to say. Amid the buzz over national lockdown, here are the latest coronavirus updates from India and around the globe:
One CT scan equal to 300-400 chest X-rays, no need of it in mild COVID. Repeated scans in younger age group can increase cancer risk: Govt. (PTI)
The Delhi High Court Monday directed a medical committee, set up to examine whether breath analyser (BA) tests of pilots and cabin crew need to be conducted or blood tests would suffice as an alternative, to also consider the concerns of the Air Traffic Controllers (ATCs) regarding the BA tests. The direction by Justice Prathiba M Singh came while hearing a plea moved by the ATCs Guild against BA tests in view of the prevailing COVID-19 pandemic and seeking directions to civil aviation regulator DGCA to explore alternate protocols for testing. The court asked the committee to consider the concerns of the ATC Guild and listed the plea on May 5 with a similar one moved by the Indian Commercial Pilots Association (ICPA). (PTI)
The government on Tuesday said it is exploring the feasibility of converting existing nitrogen plants to produce oxygen. It said 12 states have over one lakh active COVID-19 cases, seven states have 50,000 to one lakh cases, and 17 states have less than 50,000 such infections. States like Delhi, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh are showing early signs of plateauing in daily new COVID cases but these are very early signals to analyse anything, the government said. (PTI)
Some states including Delhi, Madhya Pradesh are showing early signs of plateauing/decrease in daily new cases. We're seeing a positive approach in recoveries too. On May 2, the recovery rate was at 78% & on May 3 it climbed up to almost 82%. These are early gains on which we have to work on regularly: Lav Agarwal, Union Health Ministry Joint Secretary
The National Commission for the Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) wrote to states and union territories on Monday, urging them to inform child protection authorities about children who have lost both parents due to COVID-19. "The commission has been made aware of instances where it has been seen that many NGOs are advertising about the children who have become orphan after losing both their parents to COVID-19," NCPCR chairperson Priyank Kanoongo said in the letter addressed to chief secretaries. (PTI)
Twelve states have over 1 lakh active COVID cases, 7 states have 50k to 1 lakh cases, while 17 states have less than 50k such infections: Govt. (PTI)
Seeking to augment human resources deployed in fighting COVID-19, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved a number of measures, including postponing the NEET-PG for at least four months to make a large number of qualified doctors available for pandemic duty and pressing into service medical interns. The PMO said in a statement on Monday that the services of final year MBBS students can also be utilised for providing services like tele-consultation and monitoring of mild COVID cases after due orientation under the faculty's supervision. Medical interns will work under the supervision of their faculty. This will reduce the workload on the existing doctors engaged in COVID duty and boost the efforts of triaging, it said. (PTI)
A single dose of COVID-19 vaccine boosts protection against SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus variants, but only in those previously infected with the disease, according to a study. The researchers looked at the UK and South Africa variants, however, they think it possible that the findings will apply to other variants in circulation, such as the Brazil (P.1) and India (B.1.617 and B.1.618) variants. The findings, published in the journal Science, show that in those who have not previously been infected and have so far only received one dose of vaccine, the immune response to coronavirus variants of concern may be insufficient. (PTI)
We endorse this statement & the authenticity of the information. We have been working closely with the Government of India for the past year & thank it for its support. We remain committed to ramping up our vaccine production to save every life we can: Serum Institute of India
A partial curfew will remain imposed in Andhra Pradesh for 14 days starting May 5: Chief Minister's Office
PM Narendra Modi had a phone call today with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. The two leaders exchanged views on prevailing COVID-19 situation in India & EU, including India’s ongoing efforts to contain second wave of COVID-19 - ANI
BJP's Delhi lawmaker and popular Sufi singer Hans Raj Hans today posted an urgent request seeking Oxygen for a Covid patient. Soon, Youth Congress leader Srinivas BV replied saying that his team had contacted the patient's family and will make the arrangement shortly. Twitter was quick to spot this. While many pointed out that BJP leader is being helped by the Opposition party member, others said the during the pandemic, politics should be set aside.
Delhi HC issues notice to Delhi Govt on a PIL seeking direction to cap the price of High-Resolution Computerised Tomography (HRCT) scan/test which is nowadays massively recommended to people having symptoms of COVID-19
Karnataka: Chamrajnagar District Incharge Minister S Suresh Kumar orders inquiry into the death of 24 patients at the district hospital; says, "strict action will be taken against those who are responsible for the shortage of oxygen supply to the hospital." - ANI
SBI has allocated Rs 71 crores to undertake various support initiatives to help India combat second wave of COVID-19. Bank has dedicated Rs 30 crores to setup 1000-bedded makeshift hospitals, 250 bed ICU facilities & 1000-bedded isolation facilities in some worst-hit states: SBI
Delhi HC begins hearing regarding supply of oxygen in Delhi hospitals & related issues. Senior Advocate Rahul Mehra, appearing for Delhi Govt, tells the court that Deputy CM Manish Sisodia has written to Defence Minister Rajnath Singh for assistance of Army to handle COVID-19 - ANI
Delhi received 440 MT of oxygen which is lower than the allocated quota of 590 MT. We need 976 MT oxygen daily as we are increasing the number of beds: Delhi Deputy CM Manish Sisodia - ANI
Yogi Adityanath led BJP govt on Monday announced that it is extending the corona curbs imposed in Uttar Pradesh. Latest reports say that the partial corona curfew till May 6. The curfew will be in place till 7 am, govt officials said.
Adar Poonawalla, the Serum Institute of India’s CEO, had alleged that one of the reasons behind him moving to London was ‘threatening calls’ from senior leaders. In an interview to a foreign publication, Poonawalla had went to say that his ‘head will be chopped off’ if he says something. Now, the Maharashtra Congress has asked the SII boss to reveal the names of the senior leaders. Maharashtra Congress Chief Nana Patole today said that his party will take the ‘full responsibility’ of Poonawalla’s security but he must come forward and tell the nation about who exactly threatened the owner of largest vaccine producer in the world.
Delhi: Oxygen plant set up at COVID-19 Health Centre in Commonwealth Games Village Sports Complex. "This plant can supply oxygen to 18-20 patients simultaneously. The plant has been donated by HCL Foundation," says Dr Anurag Mishra. - ANI
Madhya Pradesh capital Bhopal witnessed 104 Covid deaths in the month of April. This was the official data. But the graveyards and cremation grounds of the MP capital have a different story to tell. According to an Indian Express report, while the official data showed little over 100 corona deaths, the nonstop burning pyres and unending burial records say that over 2,500 people lost their lives. All these last rites were done under Covid protocols. This IE report about Bhopal yet again highlights what many have been saying - India is not counting her Covid deaths. Foreign media has been saying that there is massive underreporting both in terms of Covid cases as well as deaths.
The Union Health Ministry has released the bulletin and it shows a minor dip in the Covid numbers both in terms of new infections and deaths. On Monday, May 3, India registered 3,68,147 new coronavirus cases in the last 24 hours. The update says that 3,417 individuals died due to the Covid complications.
The Punjab government has announced new rules regarding the Covid pandemic. According to news agency ANI, the latest order states that anybody without negative Covid report or vaccine certificate won't be allowed an entry in Punjab. The latest rule is applicable for all travellers - be it by rail, air or road. In addition to this, the state govt has also announced that all shops barring those selling the essential items will remain closed till May 15.
Hello and welcome to FE Online's live coverage of the coronavirus pandemic. The acute shortage of Oxygen has not improved despite assurance from the Centre. Be it hospitals in the National Capital or neighbouring Uttar Pradesh, the crisis is worsening with every passing hour. Though there are updates about cryogenic cylinders and concentrators being flown in from abroad, there is is no relief for patients and their families.