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Delta Plus now a SARS-CoV-2 ‘variant of concern’, 22 cases found in Maharashtra, Kerala, MP

Govt notifies the three states, details measures to be taken to contain spread. Delta Plus variant, believed to be more transmissible, detected in 9 countries so far.

Why long Covid could help us understand other chronic diseases

Studies of Covid long-haulers might eventually help us understand other diseases, from chronic fatigue syndrome to cancer to Alzheimer’s.

Nearly 64% of over 88 lakh Covid vaccine doses given in rural areas on 21 June, govt says

India achieved a 'historic milestone' by administering 88.09 lakh Covid vaccine doses in a single day Monday with MP administering the maximum number of jabs, a govt official said.

Covaxin phase 3 trial data showing ‘77.8% efficacy’ reviewed by expert panel. Over to DCGI

Subject Expert Committee, which advises DCGI on approvals for new drugs & vaccines. has not yet discussed changing the status of Covaxin from emergency use to full licensure.

In next step to bringing its Covid shot to India, J&J moves to validate manufacturing process

J&J says it is steadfast in its goal of supplying its single-shot Covid-19 vaccine to India, and has begun talks with relevant government agencies.

Fast pace of vaccination is key to opening of economy, says Niti Aayog member VK Paul

Paul further said that the third wave of the Covid pandemic can be stopped only if appropriate behaviour is followed and a majority of people are vaccinated.

Bombay HC tells Maharashtra govt, BMC to form ‘SOS’ policy to avoid fake vaccination drives

The High Court further said the state or municipal authorities must have information of private vaccination camps by housing societies & offices to ensure citizens do not suffer.

3 likely scenarios for 3rd wave, peak in Sept-Oct, 2-5 lakh cases/day — IIT-K team predicts

IIT team forecasts 3 scenarios of possible 3 Covid wave, using data from 2nd. Prediction model assumes India will fully unlock by 15 July, doesn't take vaccination into consideration.

Maharashtra reports 21 cases of Delta plus Covid variant

State Health Minister Rajesh Tope said the samples have been collected since 15 May and highest of 9 cases were reported from Ratnagiri district and two cases were detected in Mumbai.

India reports 42,640 new Covid cases in last 24 hours, active cases below 7 lakh

According to the health ministry data, India administered 86.16 lakh Covid vaccine doses, the highest ever single-day vaccination achieved in the world so far.

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Drop that cigarette. Smokers are twice as likely to develop skin cancer compared to non-smokers

A noticeable effect of smoking is premature aging. Studies indicate that the skin biopsy of a 40-year-old heavy smoker can resemble that of a 70-year-old non-smoker.

10 yrs ago, battery leasing failed to boost demand for EV cars in India. Now, it’s making a comeback

Under this model, battery is provided to EV owners on a subscription basis or lease. With more people open to buying EV cars, the lower upfront cost could likely drive wider acceptance.

Morocco signs pact with Tata for joint manufacture of WhAP Infantry Fighting Vehicle

The armoured platform is India's first amphibious infantry combat wheeled vehicle. Last year, the Royal Moroccan Armed Forces had procured 90 military trucks from the Tata Group.

Islam doesn’t kill democracy. The army-Islam combo does

How come Indonesia, Malaysia, Turkey and Sri Lanka remain constitutional, democratic and stable despite Islam and Buddhism respectively, but Pakistan, Bangladesh and Myanmar don’t?