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Union minister Jitendra Singh launches Omicron-specific vaccine for Covid

A few days ago, this vaccine got the nod from the office of the Drug Control General of India (DCGI) for Emergency Use Authorization (EUA).

Gennova Biopharmaceuticals Ltd, a Pune-based company, has announced that its mRNA Covid-19 booster vaccine, ‘Gemcovac Om’, against the Omicron variant of Covid.(HT File)

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Updated on Jun 24, 2023 05:41 PM IST

PTI | | Posted by Sreelakshmi B

Debunking myths and misconceptions around immunisation or vaccination in India

Experts address the challenges around immunisation awareness and eliminate the prevalent myths and misconceptions around vaccination in India

lifestyle

Published on May 19, 2023 05:24 PM IST

ByZarafshan Shiraz, Delhi

India among countries with highest vaccine confidence. What about its neighbours

“This is a recognition of the Government of India's political and social commitment,” UNICEF India Representative said.

The report reveals that popular perception of the importance of vaccines for children held firm or improved only in China, India and Mexico out of 55 countries studied. (File)

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Updated on Apr 20, 2023 12:57 PM IST

ANI |

Delhi to launch MR vaccination drive from Monday

The month-long MR vaccination campaign will commence from February 6, during which an additional dose of the vaccine will be administered to children irrespective of their previous vaccination history

Officials from Delhi government said that 12 localities have been recognised by the administration as vulnerable areas for MR vaccination. (HT photo)

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Updated on Feb 04, 2023 02:24 AM IST

BySoumya Pillai

Nasal vaccine at govt centres in Delhi from Feb 15

Union health minister Mansukh Mandaviya and science and technology minister Jitendra Singh launched Bharat Biotech’s nasal Covid vaccine, iNCOVACC, on the occasion of Republic Day on Thursday

In a statement issued on Thursday, the manufacturers said that for large procurement by the Centre and state governments, iNCOVACC will be priced at <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>325 per dose, and for private vaccination centres, it will be priced at <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>800 per dose. (REUTERS)

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Updated on Jan 28, 2023 04:52 AM IST

BySoumya Pillai

Heavy menstrual bleeding, period problems associated with Covid-19 vaccines

After an year of complaints about post-jab symptoms like changes in menstruation and wondering whether the Covid-19 vaccines designed to activate your immune system could temporarily disrupt menstrual cycles, experts warn that Pfizer and Moderna can cause period problems

lifestyle

Updated on Oct 29, 2022 08:56 AM IST

AFP | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz

India's free booster 75-day drive starts today, Govt urges for ‘ambitious push’

India Covid vaccination drive: Only about 8 per cent of eligible adult population has taken their 3rd vaccine dose against Covid.

Patna, India - July 13, 2022: A health worker administers a dose of Covid-19 vaccine to a woman at Guru Nanak Bhawan in Patna, Bihar, India on Wednesday, Photo by Santosh Kumar/Hindustan Times)

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Published on Jul 15, 2022 06:26 AM IST

BySwati Bhasin, New Delhi

mRNA vaccine roll out: Pharma firm, govt talk pricing, procurement

The vaccine, Gemcovac-19, is India’s first mRNA vaccine and only the third in the world to have received some form of authorisation for use during the pandemic.

A health worker administers a Covid-19 vaccine to a beneficiary at MMG Hospital in Ghaziabad on Wednesday. (Sakib Ali /HT)

india news

Updated on Jun 30, 2022 02:52 AM IST

ByRhythma Kaul, New Delhi

Bill Gates praises India: 'Success with vaccine drive offers lessons to world'

Bill Gates, Microsoft co-founder, and union health minister Mansukh Mandaviya met at Davos.

Union health minister Mansukh Mandaviya tweeted a picture of meeting with Bill Gates. (Twitter)

india news

Published on May 29, 2022 06:03 AM IST

BySwati Bhasin

In 15-18 years age group, over 80 pc got first dose of Covid vaccine: Mandaviya

The total number of Covid vaccine doses administered in India exceeded 192.52 crore till Tuesday 7 am, according to a provisional report.

A student receives a dose of Covid-19 vaccine in Jammu.

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Published on May 24, 2022 04:19 PM IST

PTI |

Covid-19: Here's why you should get your kid vaccinated

Dr. Arun Wadhwa spoke of the importance of getting the kids vaccinated as soon as possible in order to contribute in stopping the pandemic and also saving themselves from the risk of contracting the virus.

lifestyle

Published on May 18, 2022 09:20 AM IST

ByTapatrisha Das, Delhi

Why India’s booster roll-out needs a boost

The proportion of those not turning up for the booster dose has also been increasing with each passing day. Compared to current 86.1 million or 75% of those eligible, those who missed their third shot numbered 48.3 million or 68% of those eligible on April 10, the first day all adults became eligible for it.

On January 9, the seven-day average of vaccination sites was at an all-time high: 102,670.

india news

Updated on May 14, 2022 11:30 AM IST

ByAbhishek Jha

Delhi plans survey to find reasons for low Covid booster shot turnout

Taking note of the low turnout for Covid-19 booster shots in the national capital, senior officials from Delhi health department said they will conduct a detailed survey to explore the reasons for the depleted numbers at vaccination centres for the third dose and undertake necessary remedial steps

A health worker administers a dose of the Covid-19 vaccine. (AP)

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Updated on May 11, 2022 12:14 AM IST

BySoumya Pillai, New Delhi

Grasping the challenges in India’s booster rollout

Only around 40% of people in the 12-15 years age group and 79% of those in the 15-18 years age group has received first doses (they became eligible for them on March 16 and January 3 respectively).

The current pace of vaccination is low even if one allows for the gap requirement of nine months for boosters, and the fact that most adults have been fully vaccinated.(Rahul Raut/HT File Photo)

india news

Updated on Apr 30, 2022 06:19 AM IST

ByAbhishek Jha, New Delhi, Hindustan Times

Delhi records 632 fresh Covid-19 cases, no death; positivity rate at 4.42%

Delhi had recorded 501 fresh Covid-19 cases on Monday, 16 less than the previous day. Officials said the last time the positivity rate was above seven per cent in the city on January 29 (7.4 per cent) and on January 28 (8.6 per cent).

A beneficiary reacts while receiving a dose of Covid-19 vaccine during a vaccination drive for the 12-14 years of age group at a dispensary Daryaganj in New Delhi on Tuesday. (ANI )

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Updated on Apr 19, 2022 08:50 PM IST

ByAniruddha Dhar, New Delhi

Just 481 get booster shots in Delhi on Day 1 of expanded drive

Of those vaccinated at private centres on Sunday, 155 got their first shot, 1,781 got their second, while 481 residents, aged between 18 and 60, got precautionary jabs.

A woman receives a booster jab at a centre in Tilak Nagar.

india news

Published on Apr 11, 2022 02:21 AM IST

ByAlok KN Mishra, New Delhi

Booster doses for all adults from today at private vaccine centres: 10 points

Covishield and Coavaxin prices have been reduced for the private hospitals in a huge relief for people in the 18-60 category seeking to get vaccinated.

India Covid vaccine drive: More than 185 crore vaccine doses have been given in India since last year. (Reuters)

india news

Published on Apr 10, 2022 06:48 AM IST

BySwati Bhasin

Numbers Matter | The figures behind the booster expansion debate

Protection against severe Covid starts fading fast after 4-6 months. This is why, the sooner the issue of wider booster coverage is dealt with (and boosters are made available), the better for India, and the world.

analysis

Published on Mar 22, 2022 01:17 PM IST

ByJamie Mullick

Corbevax vaccine for kids: All you need to know about this indigenous jab

Corbevax is India's first indigenously developed RBD-protein subunit vaccine that has been manufactured by Hyderabad-based Biological E Limited..

Corbevax is the third made-in-India vaccine against coronavirus(MINT_PRINT)

india news

Updated on Mar 16, 2022 07:31 PM IST

ByManjiri Sachin Chitre | Edited by Sohini Goswami

Numbers Matter | Why the current outbreak in Hong Kong is unlike any other

With the average daily deaths much higher than ever seen since the beginning of the pandemic, there are lessons for countries on their approach to fighting the virus

When seen against Hong Kong’s population of 7.5 million, Tuesday’s statistics mean 30.4 deaths per million, while Monday’s 249 deaths come out to a whopping 33 deaths for every million residents. (Bloomberg)

analysis

Published on Mar 16, 2022 12:52 PM IST

ByJamie Mullick

Govt panel recommends EUA for Covid vaccine Covovax for 12-17 age group

The Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI) had approved Covovax for restricted use in emergency situation in adults on December 28. It has not yet been included in the country's vaccination drive.

A health worker administers a dose of Covid vaccine in Patna.

india news

Published on Mar 04, 2022 09:49 PM IST

PTI |

Govt panel recommends emergency use nod to Corbevax for 12-18 year olds

The Corbevax vaccine is administered through an intramuscular route with two doses scheduled 28 days apart and is stored at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius and presented as 0.5 ml (single dose) and 5 ml (10 doses) vial pack.

Government panel recommends emergency use authorisation for BE's Covid jab Corbevax for the 12-18 yrs age group.

india news

Published on Feb 14, 2022 10:50 PM IST

Byhindustantimes.com, New Delhi

News updates from HT: Co-WIN now allows 6 members to register from one number

Here are today’s top news, analysis, and opinion at 9pm. Know all about the latest news and other news updates from Hindustan Times.

The Co-WIN web portal serves as the central government platform for coronavirus disease (Covid-19) vaccination. (File Photo)

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Updated on Jan 21, 2022 08:46 PM IST

Byhindustantimes.com, New Delhi

Co-WIN registration limit extended, now 6 members can sign up from one number

Co-WIN: Additionally, a new utility feature has been added under which an existing beneficiary can apply to have their Covid-19 vaccination status changed from fully vaccinated to partially vaccinated or even unvaccinated.

Co-WIN is the central government's web portal for coronavirus disease (Covid-19) vaccination. (File Photo)

india news

Published on Jan 21, 2022 07:14 PM IST

Written by Joydeep Bose | Edited by Poulomi Ghosh, Hindustan Times, New Delhi

300,000 people in Delhi eligible to get Covid booster shots from Monday

On December 25, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the Centre’s decision to start precautionary third doses of Covid vaccine for high priority categories from January 10

A girl receives a dose of a Covid vaccine in Delhi. (ANI)

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Published on Jan 08, 2022 11:20 PM IST

BySweta Goswami, Hindustan Times, New Delhi

Need to hold vaccination on war footing, says CM Chouhan as jabs for teen begin

Chouhan also sought the participation of the elected representatives, volunteers and religious leaders to encourage children to get vaccinated.

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan launches an inoculation drive to vaccinate beneficiaries of the 15-18 yrs age group, at a school-turned vaccination centre in Bhopal.(PTI)

cities

Published on Jan 03, 2022 02:24 PM IST

PTI | , Bhopal

Africa targets for vaccine self-reliance after being left behind in pandemic

Continent’s nations seek to work with BioNTech, Moderna and others to boost vaccine production at home

BioNTech and Pfizer also plan to produce their Covid vaccine at the Biovac Institute in Cape Town. That’s expected to start in the third quarter of 2022, manufacturing at a rate of 100 million doses annually, according to Biovac Chief Executive Officer Morena Makhoana.(Reuters)

world news

Published on Dec 30, 2021 02:44 PM IST

Bloomberg | , Africa

Blanket use of booster dose will widen vaccine inequality, prolong pandemic: WHO

Speaking on the matter, WHO director-general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said during a news briefing on Wednesday that blanket Covid-19 booster programs are likely to prolong the pandemic, rather than end it.

Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, the director-general of the World Health Organization (WHO), talks to the media regarding the coronavirus and global health priorities in 2022. (AP)

world news

Published on Dec 24, 2021 07:55 AM IST

Written by Joydeep Bose | Edited by Meenakshi Ray, Hindustan Times, New Delhi

Need to implement Covid-19 learnings to strengthen routine immunisation

The piece has been authored by Dr Rakesh Kumar, Former Joint Secretary, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and Dr Yonette Thomas, Social Epidemiologist and Founder & CEO, UrbanHealth360, US.

India’s Covid-19 vaccination achievement has been a result of meticulous planning and joint efforts by the Centre and state government (s) on production, procurement, and supply of vaccines complemented by technological advances.

ht insight

Updated on Dec 08, 2021 01:51 PM IST

ByHindustan Times

India’s active cases drop below 100,000 for the first time in 18 months

With 99,023 active infections across India as of Wednesday morning, the case burden on the country is at the lowest since June 2, 2020 – a time when the first wave of the pandemic was just beginning.

The rate of Covid 19 vaccine administration across the country appears to be rising again with 8.1 million daily shots administered on average in the past week(HT Photo/Sunil Ghosh)

india news

Updated on Dec 02, 2021 12:39 AM IST

ByJamie Mullick

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Latest from vaccine drive

A few days ago, this vaccine got the nod from the office of the Drug Control General of India (DCGI) for Emergency Use Authorization (EUA).

Experts address the challenges around immunisation awareness and eliminate the prevalent myths and misconceptions around vaccination in India

“This is a recognition of the Government of India's political and social commitment,” UNICEF India Representative said.

The month-long MR vaccination campaign will commence from February 6, during which an additional dose of the vaccine will be administered to children irrespective of their previous vaccination history

Union health minister Mansukh Mandaviya and science and technology minister Jitendra Singh launched Bharat Biotech’s nasal Covid vaccine, iNCOVACC, on the occasion of Republic Day on Thursday

After an year of complaints about post-jab symptoms like changes in menstruation and wondering whether the Covid-19 vaccines designed to activate your immune system could temporarily disrupt menstrual cycles, experts warn that Pfizer and Moderna can cause period problems

India Covid vaccination drive: Only about 8 per cent of eligible adult population has taken their 3rd vaccine dose against Covid.

The vaccine, Gemcovac-19, is India’s first mRNA vaccine and only the third in the world to have received some form of authorisation for use during the pandemic.

Bill Gates, Microsoft co-founder, and union health minister Mansukh Mandaviya met at Davos.

The total number of Covid vaccine doses administered in India exceeded 192.52 crore till Tuesday 7 am, according to a provisional report.

Dr. Arun Wadhwa spoke of the importance of getting the kids vaccinated as soon as possible in order to contribute in stopping the pandemic and also saving themselves from the risk of contracting the virus.

Taking note of the low turnout for Covid-19 booster shots in the national capital, senior officials from Delhi health department said they will conduct a detailed survey to explore the reasons for the depleted numbers at vaccination centres for the third dose and undertake necessary remedial steps

Only around 40% of people in the 12-15 years age group and 79% of those in the 15-18 years age group has received first doses (they became eligible for them on March 16 and January 3 respectively).

Delhi had recorded 501 fresh Covid-19 cases on Monday, 16 less than the previous day. Officials said the last time the positivity rate was above seven per cent in the city on January 29 (7.4 per cent) and on January 28 (8.6 per cent).

Of those vaccinated at private centres on Sunday, 155 got their first shot, 1,781 got their second, while 481 residents, aged between 18 and 60, got precautionary jabs.

Covishield and Coavaxin prices have been reduced for the private hospitals in a huge relief for people in the 18-60 category seeking to get vaccinated.

Protection against severe Covid starts fading fast after 4-6 months. This is why, the sooner the issue of wider booster coverage is dealt with (and boosters are made available), the better for India, and the world.

Corbevax is India's first indigenously developed RBD-protein subunit vaccine that has been manufactured by Hyderabad-based Biological E Limited..

With the average daily deaths much higher than ever seen since the beginning of the pandemic, there are lessons for countries on their approach to fighting the virus

The Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI) had approved Covovax for restricted use in emergency situation in adults on December 28. It has not yet been included in the country's vaccination drive.

The Corbevax vaccine is administered through an intramuscular route with two doses scheduled 28 days apart and is stored at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius and presented as 0.5 ml (single dose) and 5 ml (10 doses) vial pack.

Here are today’s top news, analysis, and opinion at 9pm. Know all about the latest news and other news updates from Hindustan Times.

Co-WIN: Additionally, a new utility feature has been added under which an existing beneficiary can apply to have their Covid-19 vaccination status changed from fully vaccinated to partially vaccinated or even unvaccinated.

On December 25, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the Centre’s decision to start precautionary third doses of Covid vaccine for high priority categories from January 10

Chouhan also sought the participation of the elected representatives, volunteers and religious leaders to encourage children to get vaccinated.

Continent’s nations seek to work with BioNTech, Moderna and others to boost vaccine production at home

Speaking on the matter, WHO director-general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said during a news briefing on Wednesday that blanket Covid-19 booster programs are likely to prolong the pandemic, rather than end it.

The piece has been authored by Dr Rakesh Kumar, Former Joint Secretary, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and Dr Yonette Thomas, Social Epidemiologist and Founder & CEO, UrbanHealth360, US.

With 99,023 active infections across India as of Wednesday morning, the case burden on the country is at the lowest since June 2, 2020 – a time when the first wave of the pandemic was just beginning.

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