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COVID-19: Contagious disease caused by SARS-CoV-2
Coronavirus disease 2019 is a contagious disease caused by the coronavirus SARS-CoV-2. In January 2020, the disease spread worldwide, resulting in the COVID-19 pandemic.

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America’s Silent COVID Crisis: 350 Deaths a Week, Vaccine Rates Plummet, Elderly at Highest Risk [Video]

America’s Silent COVID Crisis: 350 Deaths a Week, Vaccine Rates Plummet, Elderly at Highest Risk

Despite the pandemic no longer dominating headlines, COVID-19 continues to claim hundreds of American lives every week. New CDC data reveals that over 350 people are still dying each week, with the..

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Two new sub-variants of Omicron -- NB.1.8.1 and LF.7 -- have been detected in the country.
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In India, NB.1.8.1, a new sub-variant of COVID-19, has been detected. In April, its sample was gathered and sequenced. However, the SARS-CoV-2 samples that were sequenced in India in the last few weeks..
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Maharashtra, Kerala and Tamil Nadu have reported the highest number of Coronavirus cases, with 85% current active cases. This new variant is very mutable in nature, leading to rise in active cases...
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DNA TV Show: Covid-19 pandemic to hit again? India reports 312 cases of coronavirus amid resurgence

Cases of coronavirus are on the surge in India again. At present, there are a total of 312 patients of Covid-19. So far, 12 states and Union Territories have reported cases of the virus with most..
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Delhi-NCR gets FIRST Covid-19 case after resurgence of virus, details inside

A 55-year-old woman from the National Capital Region has been tested positive for COVID-19, marking the first case in Uttar Pradesh's Noida amid the recent surge in cases in India, as per the Chief..
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UP CM Yogi Adityanath directs officials to carry out relief work with full promptness in view of storms and rain

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed officials to promptly carry out relief work in districts affected by storms and hailstorms, ensuring immediate aid for victims and assessing..
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5 years after Covid warrior died, Gujarat high court orders Rs 25 lakh aid


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India reports 164 fresh COVID-19 cases in a week, Health Ministry reviews situation, here's what we know so far

India has reported 164 fresh cases of Covid 19, including Maharashtra, Gujarat, Delhi and Rajasthan. Maharashtra has 56 active cases. Two Covid-19 related deaths have been reported, one 59 year old..
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India proactively monitors Covid-19 situation amid scare in Singapore, Hong Kong

India's Covid-19 situation is currently under control, with only 257 active cases reported as of May 19, 2025, and almost all cases are mild. Health authorities are closely monitoring the surge in..
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Addicted to reels, Gujarat student breaks hand to skip exams

In Ahmedabad, a nursing student's addiction to watching reels led her to self-harm, fracturing her hand to avoid exams. Spending an average of 12 hours daily on short videos, she sought help from Tele..
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Larsa Pippen Says Dating Malik Beasley Was A Mistake, 'I Had Covid Brain!'

Here's a new excuse -- Larsa Pippen is blaming Covid for her rendezvous with Malik Beasley ... admitting in a new interview that hooking up with the NBA player was a mistake. Pippen and Beasley became..
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MP cites CRS excess deaths data, demands compensation for Covid victims’ kin

A parliamentarian's plea for Covid death compensation, based on excess mortality data, could trigger substantial payouts. With potential undercounting and varying state responses, ensuring fair..
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Mansarovar yatra to resume in June after five-year hiatus

India has announced the resumption of the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra in June 2025, after it was suspended in 2020 due to Covid-19. The pilgrimage will accommodate 750 pilgrims through Lipulekh Pass in..
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Gene Hackman’s Wife Betsy Arakawa Researched COVID Symptoms Days Before Death

Gene Hackman’s wife, Betsy Arakawa, was searching online for answers about symptoms Gene was experiencing just days before dying from hantavirus pulmonary syndrome, a new investigation shows. The new..
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Life term for ambulance driver who raped Covid patient on way to hospital


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‘Domestic guests account for upto 80% of our guests now; seeing rapid growth:’ Hyatt India MD Sunjae Sharma

Domestic travel remains strong in India, with Hyatt Hotels reporting a significant domestic to international guest ratio shift from pre-Covid times. Hyatt plans to introduce inclusive brands in India..
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Stock markets drop sharply after Trump tariffs - with one index set for worst day since COVID

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Stock markets around the world opened to sharp lows after Donald Trump announced sweeping tariffs - with some economists now fearing a recession.
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Lockdown star Louis the osprey returns to nest after illness

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An osprey who rose to fame during the first COVID lockdown has returned to his nest after fears he wouldn't make it back this year following an illness.
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'India’s Covid vaccine diplomacy stands out amid horrors': Shashi Tharoor’s fresh praise for Modi government


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Tories quit Welsh COVID committee

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Two Conservative members of the Senedd have quit its COVID committee over a row about taking the oath.
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5 years ago, Mukesh Ambani, Nita Ambani, Anant Ambani, Akash Ambani did THIS to support India's Covid fight; WATCH

Members of India's richest family gathered on their home's rooftop to ring bells and bang metal plates. Why did they do that? To support Prime Minister Narendra Modi's call to honour frontline warriors..
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Duchess of York offered to help secure PPE early in COVID pandemic, inquiry hears

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The Duchess of York and the Dubai royal family offered to help ministers secure PPE in the early months of the COVID-19 crisis, the inquiry into the pandemic has heard.
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Medical tourism on rise post-Covid, govt tells Parliament, launches portal

The number of foreigners visiting India for medical purposes has risen steadily post-pandemic, reaching nearly 6.6 lakh in 2023. Also, foreign tourist arrivals in the first half of 2024 showed 90%..
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'Time to reflect': UK marks five years since start of COVID pandemic

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Bereaved families and communities nationwide have come together to reflect on and mark the fifth anniversary of the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Five years on from COVID, one survivor reflects on having to fight for his life

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Police officers may have been COVID pandemic 'super-spreaders', inquiry hears

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Police Scotland officers may have acted as "super-spreaders" during the pandemic as expert advice was "ignored" by the Scottish government and the force's ex-chief constable, an inquiry heard.
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Scientists find new virus that could infect humans in same way as COVID-19

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A newly discovered bat coronavirus could at some point spread to humans like COVID-19, Chinese researchers have found.
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Martin Short Sick with COVID-19 after 'SNL 50'

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US tightens business, tourism visa renewal rules, wait to get longer

Indian travelers renewing their American B1/B2 visas now face longer wait times as the US reinstates its pre-Covid policy. With wait times still over 400 days in major cities, the visa renewal process..
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Older people happier now than before COVID, study finds

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Older people are "happier, more satisfied, and have a greater sense of purpose" than before the COVID-19 pandemic, a study has found.
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Ahead of Modi-Trump meet, India backs Chabahar port

India has strongly supported the Chabahar port project in Iran amid the Trump administration's threats to revoke sanctions waivers. The port is seen as crucial for regional connectivity, providing a..
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'14 crore deprived of NFSA benefits': Sonia Gandhi urges government to complete census

Sonia Gandhi urges the government to expedite the population census, highlighting that 14 crore people are deprived of food security benefits as NFSA quotas are based on the outdated 2011 Census. NFSA..
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Starmer accused of breaking lockdown rules for hiring voice coach during COVID

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Sir Keir Starmer has been accused of breaking lockdown rules when a voice coach came to Labour headquarters during COVID.
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Census 2021 uncertainty grows as Budget allocation slashed to Rs 574 Crore

The resumption of the Census 2021 exercise, suspended due to the Covid-19 pandemic, appears unlikely in the coming year, with a reduced budget allocation of Rs 574 crore. Discussions on including a..
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Meta apologises, says poll remark 'inadvertent error'

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'Will call Meta for this wrong information': Parliamentary panel on Zuckerberg’s Indian elections remark

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IT and I&B minister Ashwini Vaishnaw rebutted Meta chief Mark Zuckerberg's claim that incumbents, including those in India, lost elections post-Covid. Vaishnaw highlighted Modi's third-term win in 2024..
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Frontline NHS staff 'under same pressure as at height of COVID pandemic'

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A&E NHS staff are under the same pressure as they were "during the height of the pandemic", a health chief has warned, as emergency departments have had their busiest year on record.
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7 cases of HMPV detected; no cause for concern: Nadda

India reported seven cases of human metapneumovirus (HMPV) in children. Union health minister J P Nadda assured that it won't lead to a Covid-like outbreak. HMPV is known since 2001, often..
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Djokovic still has 'trauma' over Covid deportation

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Novak Djokovic says he still has "trauma" when he visits Melbourne, three years after being deported because of Covid-19 rules.
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BJP leader Parvesh Verma writes letter to CM Atishi, requests to make 'Sheesh Mahal' tourist spot for public

Delhi BJP leader Parvesh Verma has urged CM Atishi to open the 'Sheesh Mahal' for public viewing, highlighting its construction during the Covid lockdown as a misuse of tax funds. Verma suggests..
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Bust Premiership trio owe £30m in unpaid Covid loans

bust premiership trio owe £30m in unpaid covid loans
London Irish, Wasps and Worcester went out of business needing to repay more than £30m of Covid relief loans, a National Audit Office report says.
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