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Unethical, unreasonable to ignore Ayurveda for Covid treatment & prevention, say researchers

Researchers say refusal to accept evidence in support of the immunomodulatory potential of AYUSH systems is ‘neither in the interests of people nor science’.

Daily virus numbers will mean little once lockdowns are lifted

Since testing is inconsistent and the new coronavirus causes mild symptoms in many people, data for new infections can be misleading.

Private Indian firms who got govt approval to make antibody tests hit a hurdle — the govt

Indian diagnostic manufacturers have been trying to establish controlled access to Covid-positive samples, but they haven’t been able to so far. 

Study suggests HCQ does not significantly reduce risk of severe infection in Covid patients

Chest X Rays can predict need for ICU and arthritis drug may solve respiratory issues in patients, ThePrint brings you the latest research on Covid-19.

India screened only 19% of inbound passengers for Covid until 23 March, RTI reply reveals

According to the RTI reply, most passengers travelling from Europe were exempted from screening until early March.

India must prepare for community transmission of Covid-19 after lockdown: Health Expert

Public Health Foundation president, Prof. K Srinath Reddy said virtually every country which experienced Covid-19 in a major way has seen community transmission.

Ashwagandha the new HCQ? Modi govt begins study to see if herb keeps coronavirus away

The study is being carried out by a group of scientists and researchers from the ministries of ayush & health, UGC and ICMR. 

Can Dabur Chyawanprash or panchkosha meditation help with Covid? Unusual trials on in India

According to ICMR data, 63 Covid-related studies are in the clinical trial stage, with 15 testing the efficacy of Ayurvedic and homoeopathic treatments.

People living longer and healthier lives but Covid threatens to disrupt that: WHO report

The 2020 World Health Statistics Report says approximately 1 billion people would spend 10 per cent of their household budgets on health care in 2020.

Why old age and comorbidities make people more vulnerable to Covid-19

From a detailed illustration of the virus to a new nanotechnology that turns tap water into disinfectants, ThePrint brings you the latest research on Covid-19.

On Camera

Manohar Kahaniyan was Crime Patrol of pre-TV era. Now IAF Chief’s metaphor for Pakistani tales

The magazine was a product of its time—when newsprint was cheap, imagination was free, and the hunger for suspense could drive circulation numbers into the tens of thousands.

Nodal officers to fast-tracking NOCs, Kerala govt’s heeding investor concerns, and it means business

As many as 21 policy reforms are under implementation following Invest Kerala Global Summit, as LDF govt works to change perception that the state is not conducive to businesses.

Army chief’s big warning to Pakistan: Stop sponsoring terrorism if you want to exist geographically

Amid continued concerns over cross-border terrorism, General Upendra Dwivedi further warned the neighbour that India will not show restraint if there is an Op Sindoor 2.0.

How Pakistan thinks: Army for hire, ideology of convenience

Pakistan’s army has been a rentier force available to a reasonable bidder. It has never come to the aid of any Muslims including Palestinians or the Gazans, except making noises here and there.