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India's second wave is now a matter of global concern. In the last 24 hours, India has set a new world record in daily infections - with over 360,000 new cases. For the first time, India has recorded more than 3,000 deaths in a day.

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Could experts have predicted India's devastating second wave? Maybe not. But, India could have been better prepared to handle the surge. WION's Palki tells you about 4 red flags that all governments missed.

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Only two out of 3,000+ pharma companies in India are producing Covid vaccines. With compulsory licensing, India can legally override vaccine patents and authorise more companies to produce jabs.

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As India launches its 3rd phase of vaccination, 20 states & UTs have delayed the process citing shortage of vaccines. Where does this leave the youth of India which is gearing up to get a shot?

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40 countries are stepping in to end India's oxygen crisis. Supplies are pouring in from around the world. But, wealthy Indians have given up. They are hiring expensive private jets and fleeing the country.

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Assistance from European Union, The UK and the US has begun to arrive in India. Medicines, ventilators & oxygen concentrators are being flown in from around the world. WION's Palki tells you how the world is repaying India for sending life-saving drugs and vaccines.

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India's second wave is driving the global surge. Out of every three positive cases detected in the world, one is from India.

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352,000+ cases & 2,812 deaths in 24 hours. A critical shortage of oxygen beds & a long waiting list for last rites. WION's Palki tells you the story of India's suffering

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For five days now, India has been breaking the global record in daily infections. At least 20 countries and regions have now imposed travel restrictions on Indians.

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India skipper Virat Kohli gave a message to the nation amid the surge of COVID-19 cases in the country as he urged citizens to follow the protocols put in place by the Indian government. Amid the rise in COVID-19 cases in the country,&nbsp;curfew has been imposed in many parts of India.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal announced a curfew in the Indian capital till April 26 and Kohli urged the citizens to follow all the health protocols when stepping out in need. Delhi Police’s official Twitter handle posted the video of Kohli.&nbsp;

The Indian skipper added that to fight the pandemic, everyone will have to support police personnel while urging all to understand their responsibility and follow the protocols.

"Friends, as you all are aware that the number of Covid cases are increasing rapidly and the situation is becoming challenging with each passing day," Kohli said.

"I would therefore once again request all of you to wear masks whenever you leave your home to buy essentials or for important work, please follow social distancing and keep sanitizing your hands," he added.

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India skipper Virat Kohli gave a message to the nation amid the surge of COVID-19 cases in the country as he urged citizens to follow the protocols put in place by the Indian government.

India skipper Virat Kohli gave a message to the nation amid the surge of COVID-19 cases in the country as he urged citizens to follow the protocols put in place by the Indian government. Amid the rise in COVID-19 cases in the country, curfew has been imposed in many parts of India. Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal announced a curfew in the Indian capital till April 26 and Kohli urged the citizens to follow all the health protocols when stepping out in need. Delhi Police’s official Twitter handle posted the video of Kohli. The Indian skipper added that to fight the pandemic, everyone will have to support police personnel while urging all to understand their responsibility and follow the protocols. "Friends, as you all are aware that the number of Covid cases are increasing rapidly and the situation is becoming challenging with each passing day," Kohli said. "I would therefore once again request all of you to wear masks whenever you leave your home to buy essentials or for important work, please follow social distancing and keep sanitizing your hands," he added. ALSO READ: From Harbhajan-Sreesanth slap gate to MS Dhoni's anger: Top IPL controversies through the years VIRAT KOHLI @imVkohli TeamIndia Captain appeals to citizens to observe #covid protocol & #lockdown to fight the current wave. Wear mask, keep social distance & hand hygiene. Cooperate with #DelhiPolice & behave responsibly, he says, for victory over corona as #IndiaFightsBack pic.twitter.com/iyApPR3EOg — #DilKiPolice Delhi Police (@DelhiPolice) April 20, 2021 × "It's very important to follow all these protocols. To fight this pandemic once again, we will have to support our police personnel. "As I have said before, the country will only be safe when the citizens are safe. Please understand your responsibility and follow all these protocols, Jai Hind," Kohli signed off. ×

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India is all set to start phase-II of its vaccination drive from March 1. But, before it begins, there are a lot of questions on everyone's mind.

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S. Jaishankar, India's Minister of External Affairs, has condemned the remarks and hit out at the international celebrities who had commented on ongoing farmers protest in India.

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After being praised by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during 'Mann Ki Baat', the Indian cricket team was lauded by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman during the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/budget">Budget 2021 </a>speech on Monday.&nbsp;

Heaping praise on the Indian cricket team and its performance in the recently concluded Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/nirmala-sitharaman">Nirmala Sitharaman</a> said that that Team India's performance Down Under reminded everyone of human qualities, particularly youth, and their will to succeed. &nbsp;

<h2>Team India's win in Australia epitomise abundant promise: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman</h2>

"I can't help but recall the joy that we as a cricket-loving nation felt after the team India's recent spectacular success in Australia. &nbsp;

"It has reminded us of all the qualities that we as people, particularly our youth, epitomise having abundant promise and the unsuppressed first to perform and to succeed," Nirmala Sitharaman said.&nbsp;

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While India started the series with a devastating defeat in Adelaide, the visitors, in the absence of some of their biggest stars, bounced back to win the Melbourne Test, draw the Sydney Test and defy all the odds to win the Gabba Test as they scripted history by winning two Test series on the bounce on Australian soil.&nbsp;

Before lauding the Indian team, Sitharaman also recalled Rabindranath Tagore's words: "Faith is the bird that feels the light and sings when the dawn is still dark."&nbsp;

Presenting one of the most-awaited Budget, Sitharaman announced ₹2,83,846 lakh crore for health and wellness sector which also includes ₹35,000 crore for Covid-19 vaccines.&nbsp;

ALSO READ:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/union-budget-2021-two-more-vaccines-expected-soon-says-nirmala-sitharaman-360542">Union Budget 2021: Two more vaccines expected soon, says Nirmala Sitharaman</a>

With COVID-19 pandemic bringing down country's GDP growth to a mere 4 per cent, the Union Budget 2021 proposals rest on six pillars: Health and Well-Being, Physical and Financial capital and infrastructure, Inclusive Development for Aspirational India, Reinvigorating Human Capital, Innovation and R&amp;D, Minimum Govt., Maximum Governance&nbsp;

After being praised by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during 'Mann Ki Baat', the Indian cricket team was lauded by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman during the Budget 2021 speech on Monday.

After being praised by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during 'Mann Ki Baat', the Indian cricket team was lauded by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman during the Budget 2021 speech on Monday. Heaping praise on the Indian cricket team and its performance in the recently concluded Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia, Nirmala Sitharaman said that that Team India's performance Down Under reminded everyone of human qualities, particularly youth, and their will to succeed. Team India's win in Australia epitomise abundant promise: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman "I can't help but recall the joy that we as a cricket-loving nation felt after the team India's recent spectacular success in Australia. "It has reminded us of all the qualities that we as people, particularly our youth, epitomise having abundant promise and the unsuppressed first to perform and to succeed," Nirmala Sitharaman said. ALSO READ: PM Narendra Modi praises Team India for historic win in Australia While India started the series with a devastating defeat in Adelaide, the visitors, in the absence of some of their biggest stars, bounced back to win the Melbourne Test, draw the Sydney Test and defy all the odds to win the Gabba Test as they scripted history by winning two Test series on the bounce on Australian soil. Before lauding the Indian team, Sitharaman also recalled Rabindranath Tagore's words: "Faith is the bird that feels the light and sings when the dawn is still dark." Presenting one of the most-awaited Budget, Sitharaman announced ₹2,83,846 lakh crore for health and wellness sector which also includes ₹35,000 crore for Covid-19 vaccines. ALSO READ: Union Budget 2021: Two more vaccines expected soon, says Nirmala Sitharaman With COVID-19 pandemic bringing down country's GDP growth to a mere 4 per cent, the Union Budget 2021 proposals rest on six pillars: Health and Well-Being, Physical and Financial capital and infrastructure, Inclusive Development for Aspirational India, Reinvigorating Human Capital, Innovation and R&D, Minimum Govt., Maximum Governance

Union Budget 2021: Nirmala Sitharaman recalls Team India's historic Gabba win in Australia

Highlighting its vaccine diplomacy at the United Nations Security Council, India has pointed out how it is assisting the world community amid the COVID-19 pandemic that wrecked the world.

India's Deputy Permanent representative, Nagraj Naidu said, "As the largest vaccine-producing country of the world, we are&nbsp;fulfilling our commitment to make our vaccine production and delivery&nbsp;capacity available for the benefit of the entire humanity."

India has gifted India-Made vaccines to 7 countries and sent contractual supplies to 3 countries so far, with many being planned. New Delhi began supplying vaccines days after it began its mega countrywide vaccination drive. The country also trained medical representatives of 13 countries when it comes to the administration of vaccines and is supplying vaccines to WHO's COVAX facility.

During the intervention, India pointed out how amid the pandemic it&nbsp;upgraded the medical facilities of UN&nbsp;peacekeeping missions in Goma in DRC and Juba in South Sudan.&nbsp;

In a message to Islamabad, the Indian diplomat without taking name said, ''While countries like India have launched vaccination drives...there are countries which continue to foment terror and indulge in hate speech and widespread&nbsp;disinformation campaigns". He explained, "While we are working with the scientific community, medical fraternity, industry and academia to find solutions to COVID19, these globally recognized state sponsors of terrorism have used the pandemic to ramp up recruitment and infiltration activity to spread the venom of terror".

Important to remember,&nbsp;India assisted more than 150 countries with&nbsp;medical supplies during the pandemic. New Delhi has pledged US$15 million for GAVI or&nbsp;Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunization.

Nagraj Naidu was speaking on the follow-up on the implementation of resolution 2532 (2020). The resolution calls for a cessation of hostilities to combat the covid pandemic.

Calling UN Secretary-General’s "noble" call for a global ceasefire "well-intentioned", the&nbsp;Deputy Permanent representative&nbsp;reiterated India's "call for a&nbsp; comprehensive ceasefire in Afghanistan."

Highlighting its vaccine diplomacy at the United Nations Security Council, India has pointed out how it is assisting the world community amid the COVID-19 pandemic that wrecked the world.

Highlighting its vaccine diplomacy at the United Nations Security Council, India has pointed out how it is assisting the world community amid the COVID-19 pandemic that wrecked the world. India's Deputy Permanent representative, Nagraj Naidu said, "As the largest vaccine-producing country of the world, we are fulfilling our commitment to make our vaccine production and delivery capacity available for the benefit of the entire humanity." India has gifted India-Made vaccines to 7 countries and sent contractual supplies to 3 countries so far, with many being planned. New Delhi began supplying vaccines days after it began its mega countrywide vaccination drive. The country also trained medical representatives of 13 countries when it comes to the administration of vaccines and is supplying vaccines to WHO's COVAX facility. During the intervention, India pointed out how amid the pandemic it upgraded the medical facilities of UN peacekeeping missions in Goma in DRC and Juba in South Sudan. In a message to Islamabad, the Indian diplomat without taking name said, ''While countries like India have launched vaccination drives...there are countries which continue to foment terror and indulge in hate speech and widespread disinformation campaigns". He explained, "While we are working with the scientific community, medical fraternity, industry and academia to find solutions to COVID19, these globally recognized state sponsors of terrorism have used the pandemic to ramp up recruitment and infiltration activity to spread the venom of terror". Important to remember, India assisted more than 150 countries with medical supplies during the pandemic. New Delhi has pledged US$15 million for GAVI or Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunization. Nagraj Naidu was speaking on the follow-up on the implementation of resolution 2532 (2020). The resolution calls for a cessation of hostilities to combat the covid pandemic. Calling UN Secretary-General’s "noble" call for a global ceasefire "well-intentioned", the Deputy Permanent representative reiterated India's "call for a comprehensive ceasefire in Afghanistan."

At UNSC, India highlights its vaccine diplomacy

Replying to a congratulatory message by Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison, Indian PM Narendra Modi on Wednesday said India and Australia are formidable competitors on the field while being solid partners off it as the duo exchanged messages on social media&nbsp;platform&nbsp;Twitter after India's historic Test series triumph against the Baggy Greens.&nbsp;

Defying all the odds, Team India led by Ajinkya Rahane, defeated a full-strength Australia by three wickets at the Gabba in Brisbane to win Border-Gavaskar Trophy while ending Australia's 32-year unbeaten streak at the iconic&nbsp;venue.&nbsp;

"Congratulations&nbsp;@narendramodi and the Indian Cricket Team on a great win in the test series here in Australia. It was a&nbsp;hard fought&nbsp;contest between the game's best teams and players," Prime Minister Morrison tweeted.&nbsp;

Commiserations to Tim Paine and the Australian Men's Test Team, he said, adding, "They'll be back."&nbsp;

Replying to Prime Minister Morrison, PM Modi tweeted, "Thanks, @ScottMorrisonMP. It was a thrilling series with the best from both the teams on full display."&nbsp;

"India and Australia make for formidable competitors on the field, and solid partners off it," he said.&nbsp;

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Showing grit and resilience, Indian team made comeback in a sensational fashion. After going down in Adelaide, the visitors fought back in Melbourne. While the Rahane-led side drew the Sydney Test, they exceeded all the expectations after defeating Australia at their&nbsp;'fortress' Gabba.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Even Cricket Australia thanked the BCCI through an open letter as the hosts lauded Team India's 'courage and skill' in what will be remembered as one of the best Test series of all-time.&nbsp;

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Congratulatory messages flooded social media platforms with fans, former players, current players, pundits wishing Team India after its historic triumph Down Under.&nbsp;

India's next immediate assignment will be a full-fledged home series against England starting from February 5.&nbsp;

Replying to a congratulatory message by Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison, Indian PM Narendra Modi on Wednesday said India and Australia are formidable competitors on the field while being solid partners off it as the duo exchanged messages on social media platform Twitter after India's historic Test series triumph against the Baggy Greens.

Replying to a congratulatory message by Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison, Indian PM Narendra Modi on Wednesday said India and Australia are formidable competitors on the field while being solid partners off it as the duo exchanged messages on social media platform Twitter after India's historic Test series triumph against the Baggy Greens. Defying all the odds, Team India led by Ajinkya Rahane, defeated a full-strength Australia by three wickets at the Gabba in Brisbane to win Border-Gavaskar Trophy while ending Australia's 32-year unbeaten streak at the iconic venue. "Congratulations @narendramodi and the Indian Cricket Team on a great win in the test series here in Australia. It was a hard fought contest between the game's best teams and players," Prime Minister Morrison tweeted. Commiserations to Tim Paine and the Australian Men's Test Team, he said, adding, "They'll be back." Replying to Prime Minister Morrison, PM Modi tweeted, "Thanks, @ScottMorrisonMP. It was a thrilling series with the best from both the teams on full display." "India and Australia make for formidable competitors on the field, and solid partners off it," he said. ALSO READ: Cricket Australia thanks BCCI on successful tour, salutes Team India's 'courage and skill' Thanks, @ScottMorrisonMP. It was a thrilling series with the best from both the teams on full display. India and Australia make for formidable competitors on the field, and solid partners off it. https://t.co/6lndFvRP0U — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 20, 2021 × Showing grit and resilience, Indian team made comeback in a sensational fashion. After going down in Adelaide, the visitors fought back in Melbourne. While the Rahane-led side drew the Sydney Test, they exceeded all the expectations after defeating Australia at their 'fortress' Gabba. Even Cricket Australia thanked the BCCI through an open letter as the hosts lauded Team India's 'courage and skill' in what will be remembered as one of the best Test series of all-time. ALSO READ: India hailed as 'Immortals', Australia under fire after Gabba stunner Congratulatory messages flooded social media platforms with fans, former players, current players, pundits wishing Team India after its historic triumph Down Under. India's next immediate assignment will be a full-fledged home series against England starting from February 5.

Formidable competitors on field, solid partners off it: PM Narendra Modi to Australian PM after Test series triumph

The average air quality was 'very poor' in Greater Noida and 'poor' in Ghaziabad, Noida, Faridabad and Gurgaon on Sunday, according to a 24-hour data provided by a government agency. Pollutants PM 2.5 and PM 10 remained prominent in the air of the five immediate neighbours of Delhi, according to the air quality index (AQI) maintained by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

An AQI between zero and 50 is considered 'good', 51 and 100 'satisfactory', 101 and 200 'moderate', 201 and 300 'poor', 301 and 400 'very poor', and 401 and 500 'severe'. The average 24-hour AQI at 4 pm on Sunday was 280 in Ghaziabad, 311 in Greater Noida, 239 in Noida, 251 in Faridabad and 215 in Gurgaon, according to CPCB's Sameer app. On Saturday, the AQI was 348 in Ghaziabad, 360 in Greater Noida, 346 in Noida, 311 in Faridabad and 230 in Gurgaon.

According to the CPCB, an AQI in the 'very poor' category may cause respiratory illness on prolonged exposure, while prolonged exposure to 'poor' quality air may cause breathing discomfort to most people. The AQI for each city is based on the average value of all stations there.

Ghaziabad and Gurgaon have three such stations while Noida, Greater Noida and Faridabad have two stations each, according to the app.

The average air quality was 'very poor' in Greater Noida and 'poor' in Ghaziabad, Noida, Faridabad and Gurgaon on Sunday, according to a 24-hour data provided by a government agency.

The average air quality was 'very poor' in Greater Noida and 'poor' in Ghaziabad, Noida, Faridabad and Gurgaon on Sunday, according to a 24-hour data provided by a government agency. Pollutants PM 2.5 and PM 10 remained prominent in the air of the five immediate neighbours of Delhi, according to the air quality index (AQI) maintained by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). An AQI between zero and 50 is considered 'good', 51 and 100 'satisfactory', 101 and 200 'moderate', 201 and 300 'poor', 301 and 400 'very poor', and 401 and 500 'severe'. The average 24-hour AQI at 4 pm on Sunday was 280 in Ghaziabad, 311 in Greater Noida, 239 in Noida, 251 in Faridabad and 215 in Gurgaon, according to CPCB's Sameer app. On Saturday, the AQI was 348 in Ghaziabad, 360 in Greater Noida, 346 in Noida, 311 in Faridabad and 230 in Gurgaon. According to the CPCB, an AQI in the 'very poor' category may cause respiratory illness on prolonged exposure, while prolonged exposure to 'poor' quality air may cause breathing discomfort to most people. The AQI for each city is based on the average value of all stations there. Ghaziabad and Gurgaon have three such stations while Noida, Greater Noida and Faridabad have two stations each, according to the app.

Air quality in National Capital Region remains 'very poor'

At least 21 people were killed and 20 others injured as the roof of a cemetery in Muradnagar area here collapsed as they were sheltering under it amid heavy rains, officials said.

The incident was reported in the morning when around 50 people, who came for the last rites of a fruit-seller, took shelter under the recently-built structure to save themselves from getting drenched.

However, minutes later, the roof of the structure collapsed.

Teams of National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) retrieved three bodies while the remaining were recovered by police and district administration during the rescue operation, officials told IANS.

After the NDRF teams called off the rescue operation, NDRF Deputy Commandant Rajkamal Malik said: "Two teams of 45 men each searched the whole site and now no one else is feared to be trapped inside."

Muradnagar SHO Inspector Amit Kumar said that 19 people have lost their lives while 20 received serious injuries. However, the official numbers will be announced by the District Magistrate.

The injured have been admitted to the various hospitals including district hospital of Ghaziabad for the treatment, he added.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has taken cognizance of the incident and ordered the DM and SSP of the district to ensure the effective rescue of the victims. 
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At least 21 people were killed and 20 others injured as the roof of a cemetery in Muradnagar area here collapsed as they were sheltering under it amid heavy rains, officials said.

At least 21 people were killed and 20 others injured as the roof of a cemetery in Muradnagar area here collapsed as they were sheltering under it amid heavy rains, officials said. The incident was reported in the morning when around 50 people, who came for the last rites of a fruit-seller, took shelter under the recently-built structure to save themselves from getting drenched. However, minutes later, the roof of the structure collapsed. Teams of National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) retrieved three bodies while the remaining were recovered by police and district administration during the rescue operation, officials told IANS. After the NDRF teams called off the rescue operation, NDRF Deputy Commandant Rajkamal Malik said: "Two teams of 45 men each searched the whole site and now no one else is feared to be trapped inside." Muradnagar SHO Inspector Amit Kumar said that 19 people have lost their lives while 20 received serious injuries. However, the official numbers will be announced by the District Magistrate. The injured have been admitted to the various hospitals including district hospital of Ghaziabad for the treatment, he added. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has taken cognizance of the incident and ordered the DM and SSP of the district to ensure the effective rescue of the victims.

21 killed as cemetery roof collapses on mourners in UP's Ghaziabad

India's drugs regulator on Sunday gave final approval for the emergency-use of two coronavirus vaccines, one developed by AstraZeneca and Oxford University and the other by local company Bharat Biotech and a state-run institute.

India approves AstraZeneca and local COVID-19 vaccines

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