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Will Impose Lockdown If COVID Cases Cross 20,000 Mark: Mumbai Mayor
Mumbai Mayor Kishori Pednekar warned of a possible lockdown, if COVID-19 cases continue to surge. "We will have to impose lockdown in Mumbai if daily COVID cases cross the 20,000 mark," said Pednekar. Notably, on January 3, Mumbai alone registered 8,082 COVID-19 cases, the highest since April 2021, with 40 cases of Omicron. In addition, as of now, schools for classes 1 to 9 are shut, amid COVID concerns.
Tags: Mumbai, Mumbai mayor, Covid-19, omicron, Lockdown
Courtesy: The Free Press Journal
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West Bengal To Impose Strict Curbs If COVID Cases Surge: Mamata Banerjee
Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee, while addressing a meeting at state secretariat Nabanna, stated that though the COVID-19 situation is under control, fresh curbs will be announced if the cases surge. "Though the situation remains under control, we should not lower our guards," said Banerjee. As per sources, the state has recorded six cases of Omicron so far.
Tags: Mamata Banerjee, West Bengal, omicron, Lockdown, COVID restrictions
Courtesy: Press Trust Of India
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Netherlands Imposes Strict Lockdown Amid Global Omicron Scare
Netherlands imposed strict lockdown, in the view of COVID-19's new variant, Omicron. Starting from December 19, Schools, colleges, offices, non essential shops, restaurants and bars will remain shut until January 14, 2022. The Dutch Government, on December 18, released a notification, which read, "Netherlands is going into lockdown again from tomorrow". He further said that the move was 'unavoidable' as a fifth wave is ongoing in the region… read-more
Tags: Netherlands, Dutch Government, Lockdown, omicron, Covid-19
Courtesy: One India
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Austria To Become First Country In Western Europe To Reimpose Lockdown
The government of Austria on November 19 said it's set to reimpose lockdown due to increasing COVID-19 cases, making it the first country in western Europe to take this step. Reportedly, the lockdown will come into effect on November 22 and last for 20 days, which would help curb the active cases during the Christmas holidays. ''The blanket requirement to get vaccinated will start on February 1,'' said Alexander Schallenberg, Chancellor.
Tags: Austria, Lockdown, western Europe, Reimpose, Covid-19
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Covid-19 Update: India Records 11,271 New Cases In Last 24 Hours
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare of India on Twitter reported 11,106 COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours on November 19. Reportedly, the recovery rate stands at 98.28 percent, with total recoveries reaching 3,38,97,921, as per reports. Besides, the country's active caseload stands at 1,26,620 with a positivity rate of 0.98 … read-more
Tags: Covid-19, India, Coronavirus, Vaccination, Lockdown
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Over 10,000 Australians Report Side Effects Following COVID Vaccination
As Australia has been rushing its vaccination campaign, the country is looking at millions to be paid as compensation for vaccine-related injuries. According to a report, thousands of Australians have registered to claim compensation under the federal government's "no-fault indemnity scheme", where approximately ten thousand people have been hospitalized due to side-effects from the covid-19 vaccine jabs. The government is yet to find proof… read-more
Tags: Covid-19, Australia, Vaccination, Lockdown, vaccine side effects
Courtesy: India Today
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Germany Reintroduces Free COVID-19 Tests Due To Rise In Corona Cases
Germany reported a daily rise of over 40,000 COVID-19 cases. According to reports, the country is facing the brunt of rising coronavirus cases and hence the government has taken the decision to reintroduce free COVID-19 tests. According to the Robert Koch Institute, 45,081 new cases have been reported with 228 deaths in the last 24 hours. The government urged its citizens to get vaccinated as soon as possible.
Tags: Germany, Berlin, Covid-19, Vaccination, Lockdown
Courtesy: ANI
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Chinese Govt Advises Citizens To Stock Essentials In Case Of Emergency
Following the COVID-related outbreak, the Chinese government advised households to store up on basic necessities in case of an emergency. Concerns about supply constraints were raised after Covid-19 outbreaks, and abnormally heavy rainfall led to a spike in vegetable prices. The objective, according to a Communist Party-backed newspaper, was to ensure locals were not caught off guard if there was a lockdown in the region.
Tags: China, Essential Commodities, Covid-19, chinese government, Lockdown
Courtesy: Reuters
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India Reports 12,515 New Covid-19 Cases & 251 Deaths in last 24 hours
The Union Health Ministry on November 1 said India recorded 12,514 new covid cases and 251 deaths in the last 24 hours. India's Active Caseload stands at 1,58,817 which is said to be the lowest in 248 days. Reportedly, with the 12,718 new recoveries, the recovery rate reached 98.20%. However, of the total new cases and deaths, Kerala reported 7,167 new cases and 167 deaths.
Tags: Covid-19, Coronavirus, Covid cases, Lockdown, LockdownExtension
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Assam Govt Revises Curfew Timing In State: New COVID-19 Guidelines
In the latest guideline of COVID-19, Assam Government on October 26 relaxed the curfew timings by one hour, which would be effective from 11 PM to 5 PM. Commercial establishments, cinema halls, and restaurants will be working with 50% capacity and can remain open till 10 PM. Marriage and religious functions can be attended by 50% of People. Moreover, delivery of essential commodities is allowed for 24 hours.
Tags: Covid-19, covid 19, Lockdown, Assam, Lockdown relaxation, India Coronavirus
Courtesy: ANI
