The Omicron variant, since emerging in South Africa in November last year, spread rapidly across the globe. Now its sub-strain BA.2 is leading to increased hospitalisations. Experts say it will see slower decline in cases and prolong the Omicron wave An Indonesian healthcare worker sprays disinfectant amid fears of...

New studies are emerging that suggest the latest version of the highly-infectious omicron variant is transmitting even faster than the original, and mild cases of the first may not offer much protection against future infections. The findings cast doubt on hopes that the wave of omicron that’s sweeping the...

The INSACOG said while most Omicron cases have been asymptomatic or mild, hospitalisations and ICU cases have increased in the current wave and the threat level remains unchanged.

Omicron LIVE Updates: In the past 24 hours, India recorded 3,37,704 fresh cases, as per health ministry’s data. Karnataka on Friday recorded 48,049 new Covid-19 cases along with 22 deaths and 18,115 recoveries. The capital Bengaluru alone registered 29,068 fresh infections and six deaths. The state currently has 3,23,143 active...

Omicron LIVE Updates:  The Karnataka government on Friday lifted Covid-19 curfew on weekends with immediate effect. Karnataka Revenue Minister R Ashok said, “If the number of cases (hospital admission ) increases, we will bring back the weekend curfew.” Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin announced a complete lockdown will be...

Coronavirus Omicron India LIVE Updates | With 2,38,018 new coronavirus infections being reported in a day, India’s total tally of COVID-19 cases rose to 3,76,18,271, which includes 8,891 cases of the Omicron variant, according to the Union Health Ministry data updated on Tuesday. The active cases have increased to 17,36,628, the...

Omicron LIVE Updates: The Indian Council of Medical Research’s (ICMR) latest Covid-19 management guidelines do not include or recommend the use of oral antivirals, antibiotics, monoclonal antibodies and vitamins. Antiviral remdesivir, given through an IV drip, is recommended for moderate to severely ill patients on oxygen support, and tocilizumad for...

Omicron LIVE Updates: In the past 24 hours, India logged 2,58,089 fresh cases in the past 24 hours, as per the health ministry’s data. Global scientists have warned that Omicron won’t be the last version of the coronavirus to worry the world. The Centre has told the Supreme Court that...

Union Transport Minister and BJP stalwart Nitin Gadkari tested positive for Covid-19 for the second time. “I have tested positive for Covid 19 today with mild symptoms. Following all the necessary protocols, I have isolated myself and I am under home quarantine. I request all those who have come...