A new study has claimed that a single shot of the coronavirus vaccine might be enough for the people who have been infected by COVID-19. The researchers of AIG Hospitals, on Monday, stated that the people who had been infected by the virus already have greater antibody response in comparison to those who have had no prior infection, and therefore, a single shot of the vaccine would be enough for them.

Second dose of Covid vaccine not needed for people already infected: Study

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has reported that nearly 60 million doses of the Johnson & Johnson coronavirus vaccine have been disposed off due to possible contamination.

Germany demands replacement of 60 million contaminated J&J vaccine doses

G7 leaders will agree to expand global Covid vaccine manufacturing to provide at least one billion doses to the world through sharing and financing schemes, Britain said Thursday.

G7 leaders agree to provide 1 billion Covid vaccine doses to world: UK

US’ Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has increased the shelf life of the Johnson & Johnson coronavirus vaccine from three to four-and-a-half months. This has come as a piece of good news as millions of doses stored in clinical refrigerators around the world faced the danger of expiring and experts feared they might have to toss out the existing doses.

US: FDA extends shelf-life of J&J vaccine from 3 to 4.5 months

The coronavirus pandemic has been difficult for everyone around the world, but it has been worse for the people who suffer from chronic diseases or for pregnant women who are concerned about not only getting infected but also about passing on the infection to their newborns.

Covid, pregnancy, breastfeeding and vaccines: Let's help in breaking myths for new mothers

Adding to the fear of side-effects of the AstraZeneca vaccine, Australia has reported a woman’s death which might be a result of the vaccine. A 52-year-old woman from New South Wales died after getting a shot of the AstraZeneca vaccine against coronavirus.

Australia reports second death 'possibly' due to blood clots after AstraZeneca shot

As the world struggles to procure coronavirus vaccine, a South Korean mayor made a public announcement that Pfizer will be sending 30 million doses within three weeks.

South Korea: Mayor apologises for falling prey to vaccine scam

Nepal resumed its stalled coronavirus vaccination campaign on Tuesday with 1 million doses given by China after the Himalayan nation made international pleas for help with a shortage of doses.

Nepal resumes vaccination campaign with China's Sinopharm

After being lauded as a model country for a successful fight against the deadly coronavirus, Vietnam is now struggling to vaccinate its citizens. Vietnam is now being attacked with a new wave of COVID-19, and has only been able to vaccinate one per cent of its population, out of 100 million.

Amid coronavirus surge, Vietnam government urges donations for 'vaccine fund'

As the countries rush to vaccinate their citizens, some of the poorer countries are struggling to get access to doses of these vaccines to fight the deadly coronavirus.

Give at least 50% of vaccine doses to Covax programme: WHO

After successfully rolling out vaccines all over the world, Moderna is now seeking approval for the usage of coronavirus vaccines for teenagers in the European Union (EU) and Canada.

Moderna awaiting approval of coronavirus vaccine for teens in EU, Canada

The United States National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan has said that US President Joe Biden had made a "commitment" that Washington will give coronavirus vaccines to India.

Joe Biden made commitment to send vaccines to India, says US NSA

In a bid to promote solidarity and help the struggling countries, the US has decided to give 80 million vaccine doses to prioritised nations, of which 75 per cent will be distributed via Covax.

US to distribute 80 million vaccine doses through Covax; India included in list: White House

Foreign secretary Harsh V Shringla has said that India is in talks with global vaccine manufacturers such as Pfizer, Johnson & Johnson, and Moderna for local manufacturing of coronavirus vaccines.

India in talks with Pfizer, J&J, Moderna for local manufacturing of covid vaccines: FS Harsh Shringla

Vietnam's envoy to India Pham Sanh Chau has said that his country is waiting for World Health Organization (WHO) to give approval to the Indian coronavirus vaccine Covaxin, even as they are sourcing more vaccines globally.

Waiting for Covaxin's approval by WHO, says Vietnam envoy to WION

US authorities eager to get people vaccinated against COVID-19 have offered inducements ranging from free beer to million-dollar lottery prizes, and now rock concert promoters have their own twist: whopping ticket discounts.

US concert offers $980 'discount' for vaccinated fans

Germany will start offering coronavirus jabs to children over the age of 12 from June 7, Chancellor Angela Merkel said Thursday. But she stressed that vaccination would not be compulsory and would have no bearing on whether children can attend school or go on holiday.

Germany to vaccinate children over 12 from June 7

A famous BBC radio presenter from the UK recently lost her life and her family has claimed that the reason behind her untimely death was blood clots caused due to the AstraZeneca vaccine.

Famous UK radio journalist died due to blood clots after taking AstraZeneca Covid jab, family claims

The coronavirus vaccine developed by AstraZeneca has faced criticism as some people developed ‘blood clots’ after getting jabbed. However, a group of German scientists has found a way to avoid the deadly side effect.

Vaccines can be redesigned to avoid blood clots, German scientists claim

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has authorised a monoclonal antibody drug against COVID-19, developed by GlaxoSmithKline and Vir, which claims to reduce hospitalisation and death among Coronavirus patients by 85 per cent and is also effective against the variants.

US FDA authorises GSK-Vir monoclonal antibody drug for Covid

Russia’s President Vladimir Putin has urged locals to get vaccinated against the deadly coronavirus as soon as possible. However, he has also cleared the air around reports of jabs being made compulsory.

'Reliable and safest': Putin urges locals to take Russian Covid jabs but rules out forced vaccination

While social distancing and wearing face masks can protect us from the deadly coronavirus, vaccines act as a permanent shield against this virus. As the Government of India is busy arranging vaccines for everyone, some myths, based on distorted statements and blatant lies, have been spreading like wildfire.

'Transparency, reliability and swiftness': Indian government dispels myths about vaccines

As the world battles coronavirus and many struggle to get a vaccine against the deadly disease, some are busy plotting against some of the pharmaceutical companies offering the jabs.

Russia-linked agency hires influencers to spread fake news about Pfizer vaccine

Hungary's Roma community has been largely left out of the country's aggressive COVID-19 immunisation rollout and has been forced to fend for itself, leaders of the poverty-stricken minority say.

Hungary's Roma battle Covid on their own