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Kerala Covid surge not linked to ‘errors’, can’t stop spread — ‘rockstar’ minister Shailaja

In an exclusive interview to ThePrint, Kerala Health Minister K.K. Shailaja said there are demographic and epidemiological reasons that make the state vulnerable to Covid.

Laxity, low seroprevalence & reliance on antigen tests — how Kerala’s Covid battle came undone

The Covid numbers in Kerala have risen after unlocking. The IMA accuses the government of not listening to experts, but officials highlight pressure.

Command centre, Uber-like ambulance service — how Kerala’s Ernakulam has kept Covid toll low

Kerala's Ernakulam district currently has the most number of active cases in the state, but has seen only 80 deaths so far.

Video calls with loved ones, prayers — life inside a Covid centre in Ernakulam

The Adlux Convention Centre was converted into a second-line treatment centre for Covid in August as cases began rising in Kerala.

Worried about Covid strain we have, it’s highly infectious, says Kerala chief secretary

Kerala Chief Secretary Dr Vishwas Mehta says samples were sent to ICMR and results are awaited, suspects strain came from Maharashtra. Kerala has reported 52,566 Covid cases between 28 September and 2 October.

India should have decentralised and customised planning during Covid-19 pandemic

Campus Voice is an initiative by ThePrint where young Indians get an opportunity to express their opinions on a prevalent issue.

How coastal areas, protests made Thiruvananthapuram epicentre of Kerala’s Covid resurgence

Thiruvananthapuram, where Section 144 has been clamped, accounts for a quarter of all Covid deaths in Kerala and a sixth of the total cases.

Kerala added over 1 lakh Covid cases in Sept, has highest percentage of active cases now

In last week of September alone, Kerala recorded 48,645 new Covid-19 cases, hitting new highs almost every day.

Snakehead fish species found in Kerala a living fossil, belongs to unique family, study says

The fish, named after a character from the 'Lord of the Rings' fantasy novel, dwell in dark groundwaters, and are known to be usually found in Africa and Asia.

India’s R value remains below 1, but rising cases in Kerala could spell trouble

Kerala and Karnataka have seen a recent surge in active Covid cases and this could push India's R value back over 1.

On Camera

Budget 2024 shouldn’t be evaluated on tax cuts. Avoiding policy flaws is more important

The demand for converting multiple GST rates into a three-rate system has merit. But the Union Budget is not where such announcements can be expected.

Noida International Airport, Delhi NCR’s 2nd, delayed. To begin operations by April 2025

According to a statement by the airport, commercial operations likely to begin next year 'in view of the current construction status'. It was supposed to commence operations by 2024 end.

India’s 15-yr quest for anti-tank missile: Israeli Spike, DRDO option, back to US for Javelin talks

Recent high-profile visit was of US National Security Adviser this month during which a number of key issues, including military cooperation, was discussed by both sides.

Modi’s new universe: the normal irritants of democracy & awkward chai with Rahul Gandhi

Changed reality for Modi govt in its 3rd innings is by no means rise of a new phenomenon. It's a return to old normal where even majorities had to routinely wrestle with storied million mutinies.