Covid-19: CoWIN shows ‘Fully/Partially Vaccinated’ badge; on the way to becoming open source

The CoWIN portal, mandatory for Indians to register for vaccines, faced a plethora of problems after it was launched earlier this year. (Reuters)The CoWIN portal has started displaying a ‘Partially…

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Covid-19: 96 countries recognise India’s vaccination certificates, says Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya

India crossed the milestone of 100-crore vaccine administration on October 21. (File)Ninety-six countries have agreed to Mutual Acceptance of Vaccination Certificates, reflecting the worldwide acceptance of India’s Covid-19 vaccines and…

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Covishield-maker Serum Institute applies to begin trials of its second COVID-19 vaccine Covovax

Covishield-maker Serum Institute applies to begin trials of its second COVID-19 vaccine Covovax: The announcement comes a day after Novovax Inc said that its Covid-19 vaccine Covovax was 89.3% effective…

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Deliverance 2021: Indian firms up cold storage & vial supplies as govt readies vaccine roll out

In the space for glass vials needed for the vaccines, companies have been expanding capacities and ramping up supplies. (AP image/Representational picture)Deliverance in the new year will come encased in…

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Covid-19 vaccination: Can’t deny chances of an adverse event, states told to be prepared, says health secretary

India's Case Fatality Rate (CFR) is 1.45 per cent, whereas globally it is 2.26 per cent, Bhushan avered, adding that India's CFR is among the lowest in the world. (Representational…

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Neighbourhood First: Bangladesh to get priority when COVID-19 vaccine is ready, says MEA

India is known globally to produce over 60% of the world’s vaccine. (Representational Image; Courtesy: Reuters)Bangladesh Company Beximco Pharmaceuticals Limited has tied up with Serum Institute of India to produce…

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