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Why UK, South Africa Covid Variants Are More Infectious
A team of researchers has examined why the UK and South African variants of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes Covid-19, are more infectious and, in many cases, more deadly. ....
An Exhibition Themed On Artists' Covid-19 Transformation
An art exhibition titled 'Transformation: Change is Constant', featuring the works of eleven Indian contemporary artists, is all set to go on view from March 6 at Delhi-based Triveni Kala Sangam. ....
UK Records Another 33,552 Coronavirus Cases, 1,348 Deaths
Another 33,552 people in Britain have tested positive for Covid-19, bringing the total number of coronavirus cases in the country to 36,17,459, according to the official figures released on Saturday. ....
Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador Tests Positive For Covid-19
Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador announced on Monday that he has tested positive for the novel coronavirus, becoming the latest to join a long list of world leaders to be infected with the disease. ....
'Canada's Fight Against Covid-19 In Critical Stage'
The fight against the novel coronavirus in Canada, which is currently under a second wave of the pandemic, is in a critical stage, the country's chief public health officer Theresa Tam said. ....
Bill Gates Receives First Dose Of Covid Vaccine
Microsoft founder and philanthropist Bill Gates, who has been a target of conspiracy theorists for his push for vaccinations, has received the first dose of a Covid-19 vaccine. ....
Strict Measures Needed To Reduce New Covid-19 Strains: Scientists
With new Covid-19 strains reported from several parts of the world giving fresh threats to the fight against the pandemic, a group of scientists is calling on governments to consider the continued use of strict control measures as the only way to reduce the evolution and spread of the new variants of the virus. ....
India's military might, cultural diversity, social and economic progress were displayed during the 72nd Republic Day celebrations at the majestic Rajpath in New Delhi on Tuesday. Prime Minister Narendra Modi leads the nation in paying tribute to the fallen soldiers by laying a wreath at the National War Memorial at the India Gate. ....
Expecting Mothers At High Risk Of Death Due To Covid: Study
Women, take note. Contracting Covid-19 while expecting a baby can have deadly consequences, a new study suggests. ....
Pakistan To Commence Covid Vaccination Drive From Next Week
Pakistan will kick start its Covid-19 vaccination drive across the country from next week with the National Command and Operation Centre (NCOC) unveiling a comprehensive plan to administer the life saving jab. ....
