Addressing scientists at the National Metrology Conclave, Modi said it must be ensured that 'Made in India' products not only have global demand but also global acceptance.
While the death toll increased to 1,49,649 with 214 new fatalities in the last 24 hours, the daily new cases in the country remained below 20,000 for the third consecutive day.
Officials have 'indicated orally' that first 100mn vaccines will be purchased at Rs 200 & a deal should be inked 'in next one or two days', according to Serum CEO Adar Poonawalla.
AIIMS director Randeep Guleria said safety is paramount, adding that vaccine data is being critically examined by regulatory authorities and experts. @Monami Photo fine
In an interview, ICMR chief Balram Bhargava addressed questions that have been raised about the approval granted to Covaxin in the absence of efficacy data.
The total number of active Covid cases in India now stands at 2,47,220. So far, 99,27,310 recoveries have been reported, according to health ministry data.
India’s defence sector is trying to penetrate the African market. But with China already extending significant influence, India must now play catch-up.
Discussion about outcome of Lok Sabha polls continues to boil in cauldron of expectations only from BJP. Now reverse this equation, what if we asked about the performance of the 'loser'?
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