Latest News: 716 New COVID Cases in Delhi, Tally Rises to 6,46,348
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NDMC Medical College, Hindu Rao Hospital Docs to Go on Mass Casual Leave Today
Delhi's NDMC Medical College and Hindu Rao Hospital doctors will go on mass casual leave on Friday, the Resident Doctors Association said. This will be followed by a complete indefinite strike from 22 March, in the wake of non-payment of salaries and arrears to resident doctors and DNB trainees.
(Source: ANI)
India Reports Over 39k Fresh COVID-19 Cases, 154 Deaths
India reports 39,726 new COVID-19 cases, taking total cases in the country to 1,15,14,331, as death toll rises by 154 to 1,59,370. Meanwhile, active cases stands at 2,71,282, while total recoveries are at 1,10,83,679.
Philippines Approves Emergency Use of Russia's Sputnik V Vaccine
The Philippines has approved Russia’s Sputnik V COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use, the country’s Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said on Friday, as the Southeast Asian country battles a renewed surge in infections.
The vaccine, developed by Russia’s Gamaleya Institute, is the fourth to get emergency use authorisation in the Philippines.
(Source: Reuters)
Sensex Rebounds 642 Points to Close at 49,858
Sensex on Friday rebounded 641.72 points to close at 49,858.24, while Nifty rallied 186.15 points to 14,744.
(Source: PTI)
India Crosses Milestone of 4 Cr COVID Vaccinations
India on Friday crossed the milestone of 4 crore COVID-19 vaccinations, the Union Health Ministry said.
(Source: ANI)
716 New COVID Cases in Delhi, Tally Rises to 6,46,348
Delhi on Friday reported 716 new coronavirus cases, taking the tally in the national capital to 6,46,348. The death toll increased by four to 10,953.
Lockdown Every Sunday in MP's Indore, Bhopal and Jabalpur
A lockdown will be imposed every Sunday till further orders in Madhya Pradesh's Indore, Bhopal and Jabalpur. Essential services will be exempted, while schools and colleges in the three cities will remain shut till 31 March.
(Source: ANI)