Simply Put: Magic box of COVID-19 vaccines
The 183 labs in India that can test COVID-19 cases
Labs remain sparse in worst-hit states
Kerala's Rs 20,000 crore package for COVID-19 outbreak: How far will it go?
Kerala had 60 cases of those infected by the novel coronavirus as of March 23, 2020
COVID-19: Migrant labourers are leaving Gujarat, again
The second COVID-19 wave has marred businesses, migrant workers face dearth of work
9 reasons you can be optimistic that a vaccine for COVID-19 will be widely available in 2021
It is realistic that we will know sometime in late 2020 whether some COVID-19 vaccines are safe, exactly how effective they are and which ones …
3 years of pandemic: Anxiety weighed on me like a rock during my 10-day ordeal
I had developed a false notion that my treatment was not being done properly; it became an impediment in my getting better earlier than I did
Three years into the pandemic, it’s clear COVID won’t fix itself. Here’s what we need to focus on next
Political frankness, avoidance of infections and adoption of new knowledge and technology can be our future respone plan
Biden’s plan for ending the emergency declaration for COVID-19 signals a pivotal point in the pandemic – 4 questions answered
Ending the federal emergency reflects both a scientific and political judgment that the acute phase of the pandemic has ended and that special …
Online child abuse escalated in India during pandemic: CRY
Adolescent girls and boys within 14-18 years, belonging to the lower income strata, were figured as the most vulnerable group
Infographic: COVID-19 pandemic enters the fourth year
The most widespread pandemic to have hit the planet appears to be turning endemic and adding to the world’s burden of diseases
Why India should not reopen schools and colleges during COVID-19 pandemic
The Centre and state governments should refrain from doing so in the light of new studies highlighting COVID-19 cases among children
Managing antimicrobial resistance amid COVID-19 is a challenge
Addressing the challenge of excessive use while at the same time assuring sustainable supply of essential antibiotics is key to making health …
COVID-19 vaccines are coming – how will we know they work and are safe?
The results of the Pfizer vaccine trial are highly promising. But the road to eradicating the coronavirus is likely to be long and difficult
Rent-a-farm: Watch how this firm is helping city dwellers grow food
Delhi-based start-up, Edible Routes, is helping people bring closer to their food and instilling a greater sense of well-being
COVID-19 trade restrictions devastating for Africa’s urban poor
Trade enables formal firms to flourish, which is essential for economic recovery; It also also protects the urban poor in informal economy …
IIT-Guwahati develops self-check kiosk to detect, prevent COVID-19
The kiosk raises an alarm if a person’s temperature and oxygen levels are not correct
Convalescent plasma therapy doesn't really help beat COVID-19: ICMR-backed study
No lowering of mortality in multi-centre trial; disease progression towards severity also not impacted; shortness of breath reduced
Book Digest: Tracking COVID-19 damage to international politics, Indian economy reforms and more
From stories of climate crisis to illegal wildlife trade in China, DTE tracks new, contemporary books on environment and development from leading&…
Coronavirus update: India GDP contracted nearly 24% in April-June
India added 80,092 fresh COVID-19 cases August 30, becoming the first country to cross the 80,000-mark in one single day
New Zealand is on alert as COVID-19 returns. This is what we need to stamp it out again
Rapid contact tracing is going to be key to getting the virus under control. If the country is lucky, many of those infected may not have yet …
The Ajrakh jacket (CoVest), the first COVID-19 smart clothing made in India?
Former professor at the National Institute of Design teams up with artisans to craft a jacket that can help one move around without much hassle …
How Mumbai’s poorest neighbourhood is battling to keep COVID-19 at bay
Communities and non-profits swung into action in this tuberculosis hotspot before the government did
Early human trial of COVID-19 vaccine gives positive results
Developed by Beijing-based firm, the vaccine shows development of both forms of immunity
Days of COVID-19 confinement: How school-goers are dealing with lockdown
Nearly 90% of the world’s children are reportedly confined at their homes due to the novel coronavirus disease pandemic. Gobar Times asked some …
Global pandemic fund to open for investment proposals in November
The treasury will help boost pandemic prevention, preparedness and response in low- and middle-income countries