Over 70k New COVID Cases in India; Curbs Relaxed in West Bengal
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India on Monday, 14 June, reported 70,421 new COVID-19 cases, taking the tally in the country to 2,95,10,410. The death toll increased by 3,921 to 3,74,305.
Meanwhile, COVID-19 related restrictions in West Bengal have been extended till 1 July, but various relaxations have been granted. Restaurants with bars can open between 12 pm and 8 pm with 50 percent seating capacity, while shops in malls and complexes are allowed to open between 11 am and 6 pm with 50 percent of the workforce, CM Mamata Banerjee announced.
- Delhi on Monday reported 131 new coronavirus cases, the lowest since 22 February, with a positivity rate of 0.22 percent
- Dharavi reported zero new infections on Monday, according to the Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai
- Leaders of G7 countries have agreed to share at least 870 million doses of vaccines directly, at least half of which are to be delivered by the end of 2021, the WHO said
- Delhi further eased lockdown restrictions from Monday, with all market complexes, standalone shops and malls allowed to open from 10 am to 8 pm
- The Indian Medical Association will lead a protest against assault on healthcare professionals on 18 June
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Complete Lockdown in 18 Gram Panchayats of Dakshina Kannada Till 21 June
Dakshina Kannada Deputy Commissioner Dr Rajendra K V has announced complete lockdown in 18 Gram Panchayats till 21 June, in view of the surge in COVID cases.
G7 Pledges 870 Million Vaccine Doses, Half To Be Delivered by Year-End
In a statement, the WHO said the G7 countries have reaffirmed their support for COVAX, a WHO-led international campaign for equitable access to COVID-19 vaccines globally, as "the primary route for providing vaccines to the poorest countries", Xinhua news agency reported.
While welcoming the G7's commitment, COVAX partners have also called for their continued support for exporting the vaccines in significant proportions, promotion of voluntary licensing and not-for-profit global production.
Spike of Over 70k COVID Cases in India
India reports 70,421 new COVID-19 cases, taking the tally in the country to 2,95,10,410. Meanwhile, the death toll increased by 3,921 to 3,74,305.
According to Union Health Ministry data, there are currently 9,73,158 active cases across the country, while 2,81,62,947 patients have been discharged so far, with 1,19,501 discharges reported in the last 24 hours.
AIIMS Delhi to Begin Clinical Trials for Age Group 6-12 From Tomorrow
AIIMS Delhi will start recruitment for clinical trials from Tuesday onwards for children in the age group of 6-12 and 2-6 age group after that. The trial for the 6-12 age group will start from tomorrow.
Centrally Protected Monuments to Open From 16 June: ASI
All Centrally protected monuments/sites and museums under ASI will be opened from 16 June, the Archaeological Survey of India said on Monday.
131 New COVID Cases in Delhi, Lowest Since 22 February
Delhi on Monday reported 131 new coronavirus cases, the lowest since 22 February, with a positivity rate of 0.22 percent. The death toll increased by 16 to 24,839.
Dharavi Reports 0 New COVID Cases
Dharavi reported zero cases of coronavirus on Monday, ANI reported, citing the Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai.
Its highest single-day tally was recorded on 8 April with 99 infections.
Restrictions in Bengal Extended Till 1 July; Relaxations for Restaurants, Shops
COVID-19 related restrictions in West Bengal have been extended till 1 July, but various relaxations have been granted.
Restaurants with bars can open between 12 pm and 8 pm with 50 percent seating capacity, while shops in malls and complexes are allowed to open between 11 am and 6 pm with 50 percent of the workforce, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee announced.
"All government offices will function with 25 percent strength. Private and corporate offices will remain open from 10 am to 4 pm with not more than 25 percent strength... Sports activities can resume without spectators," the CM said.
Educational institutes will remain closed. and movement of people will be restricted between 9 pm and 5 am, she added.