Fauci: US may see ‘surge upon surge’ of virus in weeks ahead

The nation’s top infectious disease expert said Sunday that the US may see “surge upon a surge” of the coronavirus in the weeks after Thanksgiving, and he does not expect current recommendations around social distancing to be relaxed before Christmas.
30 November 2020, 10:03 AM

Covid-19: 35 die, 2,525 infected, 2,539 recover in 24 hours

Thirty-five people have died from Covid-19 in the last 24 hours, according to a press release issued by the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS).
30 November 2020, 09:34 AM

Woman in Singapore gives birth to baby with Covid-19 antibodies

Although babies of women infected with Covid-19 during their pregnancies have been born with antibodies, it remains unclear if this means the baby is immune to the coronavirus or how long the immunity would last.
29 November 2020, 13:38 PM

Covid vaccine trial volunteer sends legal notice to Serum Institute of India over ‘serious side effects’

A 40-year-old man who took part in the 'Covishield' vaccine trial has alleged serious side effects, including a virtual neurological breakdown and impairment of cognitive functions and has sought Rs five crore compensation in a legal notice to Serum Institute and others, besides seeking a halt to the trial.
29 November 2020, 12:30 PM

Covid-19: 29 die, 1,788 infected, 2,287 recover in 24 hours

Twenty-nine people have died from Covid-19 in the last 24 hours, according to a press release issued by the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS).
29 November 2020, 10:01 AM

India’s duty to help neighbours in fight against Covid-19, says Modi

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said it is India’s duty to assist other countries, including those in its neighbourhood, in the collective fight against the novel coronavirus.
28 November 2020, 15:37 PM

Covid-19: 36 die, 1,908 infected, 2,209 recover in 24 hours

Thirty-six people have died from Covid-19 in the last 24 hours, according to a press release issued by the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS).
28 November 2020, 09:53 AM

Covid-19: 20 die, 2,273 infected, 2,223 recover in 24 hours

Twenty people have died from Covid-19 in the last 24 hours, according to a press release issued by the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS).
27 November 2020, 09:46 AM

AstraZeneca says its vaccine needs 'additional study'

The head of British drug manufacturer AstraZeneca said on Thursday further research was needed on its Covid-19 vaccine after questions emerged over the protection it offers, but the additional testing is unlikely to affect regulatory approval in Europe.
27 November 2020, 07:23 AM

Scientists raise doubt about Astrazeneca’s Covid-19 vaccine results

Days after grabbing headlines with its Covid-19 “vaccine for the world”, AstraZeneca is facing tricky questions about its success rate that some experts say could hinder its chances of getting speedy US and EU regulatory approval.
26 November 2020, 18:17 PM

A third of England face toughest Covid-19 curbs, London spared for now

More than 20 million people across large swathes of England will be forced to live under the toughest category of Covid-19 restrictions when a national lockdown ends on December 2, while London has been placed in the “high alert” second-toughest tier.
26 November 2020, 15:00 PM

Covid-19: 37 die, 2,292 infected, 2,274 recover in 24 hours

Thirty-seven people have died from Covid-19 in the last 24 hours, according to a press release issued by the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS).
26 November 2020, 10:18 AM

Coronavirus cases worldwide top 60 million

More than 60 million cases of the novel coronavirus have been detected worldwide, according to a tally from official sources compiled by AFP as of 1830 GMT on Wednesday.
26 November 2020, 04:48 AM

World agonises over new Covid-19 curbs as infections approach 60 million

Countries around the world have agonised over new coronavirus curbs ahead of Christmas and other holidays as global infections approach 60 million and US officials have pleaded with Americans to stay home over Thanksgiving.
25 November 2020, 14:30 PM

Covid-19: 39 die, 2,156 infected, 2,302 recover in 24 hours

Thirty-nine people have died from Covid-19 in the last 24 hours, according to a press release issued by the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS).
25 November 2020, 10:42 AM

Bangladesh to get 68 million doses of Covid-19 vaccine from the Gavi by 2021

Bangladesh will get 68 million doses of Covid-19 vaccine from the Gavi-- The Vaccine Alliance -- under the global arrangement called Covax facility within 2021.
25 November 2020, 06:53 AM

Not heading back to lockdown: Quader

Road Transport and Bridges Minister Obaidul Quader has ruled out the possibility of a full-scale lockdown in Bangladesh as the country is taking all-out preparations to face a possible second wave of Covid-19 infections.
24 November 2020, 13:47 PM

Prepare for storage, supply of Covid-19 vaccine from now: PM

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has directed the officials concerned to make preparations for stockpiling, supply and proper distribution of coronavirus vaccine before it arrives in the country.
24 November 2020, 11:57 AM

Covid-19 infections cross 4.5 lakh mark

Thirty-two people have died from Covid-19 in the last 24 hours, according to a press release issued by the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS).
24 November 2020, 10:35 AM

Philippines targets 60 million Filipinos for vaccination

Philippine officials say about 60 million Filipinos are being targeted for vaccination against the coronavirus next year at a cost of more than 73 billion pesos ($1.4 billion) to develop considerable immunity among a majority of Filipinos.
24 November 2020, 08:36 AM