Govt Places Fresh Order For 25 Cr Covishield Doses, 19 Cr Covaxin
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India on Tuesday, 8 June, reported 86,498 new coronavirus cases, taking the tally in the country to 2,89,96,473. This is the first time less than 1 lakh daily cases have been reported after 63 days. The death toll increased by 2,123 to 3,51,309.
According to the Union Health Ministry data, there are currently 13,03,702 active cases across the country, while 2,73,41,462 patients have been discharged, with 1,82,282 discharges reported in the last 24 hours.
Meanwhile, Uttar Pradesh on Tuesday lifted the COVID-19 curfew from all districts, with the night curfew from 7 pm to 7 am to continue.
- Bihar CM Nitish Kumar on Tuesday announced that the lockdown in the state will be lifted, with a night curfew to be in force from 7 pm to 5 am
- Maharashtra on Monday reported 10,219 new coronavirus cases and 154 deaths
- Delhi on Monday reported 231 new infections, with a positivity rate of 0.36 percent, and 36 fatalities
- PM Modi on Monday announced centralisation of the COVID-19 vaccine drive, saying the Centre would take back control from the state for procuring the doses
- COVID-related restrictions have been extended till 15 June in Punjab, but some relaxations have been given
18.73 Lakh Samples Tested for COVID on Monday: ICMR
As many as 36,82,07,596 samples have been tested for COVID-19 till 7 June, of which 18,73,485 samples were tested on Monday, the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) said.
Less Than 1 Lakh COVID Cases in India After 2 Months, 2,123 Deaths
India on Tuesday reported 86,498 new coronavirus cases, taking the tally in the country to 2,89,96,473. This is the first time less than 1 lakh daily cases have been reported after 63 days and it is the lowest daily tally in 66 days. The death toll increased by 2,123 to 3,51,309.
According to the Union Health Ministry data, there are currently 13,03,702 active cases across the country, while 2,73,41,462 patients have been discharged, with 1,82,282 discharges reported in the last 24 hours.
UP Lifts COVID Curfew From All Districts, Night Restrictions to Continue
Uttar Pradesh on Tuesday lifted the COVID-19 curfew from all districts, with the night curfew from 7 pm to 7 am to continue.
The active caseload in the state stands at 14,000, with less than 600 active cases in each district, the Chief Minister's Office (CMO) was quoted saying by ANI.
Lockdown Lifted in Bihar, Night Curfew to be in Force
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar on Tuesday announced that the lockdown in the state will be lifted from 9 June, with a night curfew to be in force from 7 pm to 5 am.
Government and private office will be allowed to function with 50 percent strength till 4 pm, while shops can open till 5 pm, he tweeted. Private vehicles will be allowed to run.
The guidelines will be in force till next week.
Cremation Rate Goes Down in Delhi, No COVID Bodies in Last 2 Days
Crematorium workers in the national capital have claimed that cremation rate has gone down in Delhi, ANI reported. EDMC mayor Nirmal Jain said, “For the past two days, no last rites of COVID patients were held here. We are hopeful that the situation will continue to remain under control. We have made all arrangements for the anticipated third wave.”
Kerala: Bedridden Patients to be Vaccinated at Home
The Government of Kerala has informed that the State will vaccinate its bedridden and debilitated patients, who can't be moved out as travelling might worsen their present health condition, at their homes.
Andhra Pradesh: All Mothers with Children Below 5 Years of Age to be Vaccinated
The Department of Public Health and Family Welfare, Government of Andhra Pradesh
has decided to vaccinate all mothers with children below 5 years of age. All District Medical and Health officers have been asked to instruct concerned Medical officers to prepare a list of those eligible.
Govt Places Fresh Order For 25 Crore Covishield Doses, 19 Crore Covaxin
A fresh order for vaccines has been placed to achieve universalisation of vaccination, the government has informed. 25 Crore doses of Covishield and 19 Crore of Covaxin will be procured.
Government has also placed an order to purchase 30 crore doses of Biological E's vaccine Corbevax, which will be available by September, Dr VK Paul, Member-Health, Niti Aayog, informed in a press briefing, according to ANI.
Delhi Reports 316 New COVID-19 Cases
Delhi, on Tuesday, reported 316 new COVID-19 cases and a posivity rate of 0.44%. Further, 521 recoveries and 41 deaths were reported in the national capital.
- Total cases: 14,29,791
- Total recoveries: 14,00,161
- Death Toll: 24,668
- Active cases: 4,962
15,567 New COVID-19 Cases Reported in Kerala
15,567 new cases, 124 deaths and 20,019 recoveries reported in Kerala on Tuesday, 8 June.
Uttarakhand Records 546 New COVID-19 Cases
Uttarakhand reports 546 new COVID-19 cases, 2,717 recoveries and 13 deaths in the last 24 hours.
- Total cases 3,34,965
- Total recoveries 3,10,291
- Death toll 6797
- Active cases 11,885
COVID-19 Curbs Continue in Chandigarh With Some Major Relaxations
After more than a month of closure, the Chandigarh administration on Tuesday, ordered extension of COVID-19 curbs with major relaxations, including allowing functioning of bars, restaurants, gyms and spas with 50 per cent capacity for the first time after over a month of closure.
- All shops are permitted open from 10 am to 6 pm, with full adherence of COVID protocol. Shopkeepers can be penalised for any protocol violation.
- The restaurants and bars have been permitted to operate with 50 per cent capacity from 10 am to 9 pm.
- Night curfew will be underway in the city will be from 10 pm to 5 am.
Telangana Extends Lockdown, But Relaxes Timings
- The state cabinet has decided to extend the lockdown in the state for another ten days.
- From 6 am to 5 PM, there will be a relaxation of curbs, and a one-hour grace period will be given till 6 PM for people to reach home.
- Strict lockdown will be in effect from 6 PM to 6 AM and accordingly the cabinet will instruct the police.
- In Satthupalli, Madhira, Nalgonda, Nagarjuna Sagar, Munugode, Devarakonda and Miryalguda assembly segments, the cabinet has decided to extend the existing lockdown.
Puducherry Eases Lockdown, Liquor Sales Open
- The Puducherry government extended the lockdown till 14 June, although some curbs will also see relaxations
- Liquor shops will resume operations
- All liquor shop workers have been urged to get vaccinated within 15 days
- Places of worship such as temples and churches will be allowed to operate during the same hours as shops
- Autos, taxis and other vehicles are also permitted to function
Karnataka Reports 9,808 New COVID Cases
Karnataka reports 9,808 new cases, 23,449 recoveries and 179 deaths in the last 24 hours.
- Total cases 27,17,289
- Total recoveries 24,60,165
- Death toll 32,099
- Active cases 2,25,004
Telangana Reports 1,897 New COVID Cases
Telangana reports 1,897 new cases, 2,982 recoveries and 15 deaths in the last 24 hours.
- Total cases 5,95,000
- Total recoveries 5,67,285
- Death toll 3,409
- Active cases 24,306
Punjab Govt to Give 2nd Covishield Dose Prior to Prescribed Interval for Those Going Abroad for Specific Purposes
Punjab Health Minister Balbir Singh Sidhu has said that now second dose of Covishield vaccine will be administered prior to prescribe time interval after 28 days to persons who undertake international travel for specific purposes, reported ANI, citing the state government.
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