Researchers at Cambridge University in the United Kingdom have warned of a "explosive" increase in Omicron cases in India in the coming days, saying it's "impossible to forecast how high daily instances" could go.

Cambridge experts warn of an 'explosive' growth of Omicron cases in India

Amid the spread of the Omicron variant of COVID-19 and rapidly rising cases in the UK, Health Minister clarifies that no new restrictions are to be imposed before the end of 2021.

UK: No new restrictions for new year's eve amid Omicron scare & rising COVID-19 cases

A court in Belgium suspended closure of cultural venues on Tuesday. These also include theatres. A measure for closure of cultural places was announced last week.

After protests, Belgium suspends Covid closure of cultural venues 

According to the Johns Hopkins coronavirus tracker, the US recorded 265,427 COVID-19 cases in the seven-day period which was the highest since January this year.

US reports record coronavirus cases amid Omicron surge

Quebec’s health minister Christian Dube has said that they are left with “no choice” but to allow some essential workers to continue work despite testing COVID-19 positive to stave off a staff shortage from affecting its healthcare services due to the Omicron surge.

In this Canada province, health workers to continue work even after testing Covid positive

The latest virus surge across the United States has produced a worrisome rise in hospitalizations among children especially the ones who are too young to be vaccinated. Parents across the country are facing a heightened anxiety of the risks of Omicron on children, several states have reported an increase of about 50 percent in pediatric hospitalizations in December.

United States: Rise in hospitalizations of children, as Omicron and Delta variant becomes dominant

As governments across Europe fight to curb the Omicron variant, France has reported the largest daily number of Covid cases ever. However, France was not alone in smashing records on Tuesday, as Italy, Greece, Portugal, and the United Kingdom also reported new highs.

Omicron spread: France reports record of nearly 180,000 COVID-19 cases

In India, Covid-19 numbers are rising sharply especially in several states in the north and the west. New Delhi has announced new set of restrictions after witnessing a surge in cases.

COVID-19 numbers rise sharply in India

As covid-19 cases are now wreaking havoc across the European continent in particular France, Britain, Greece and Portugal have all reported record daily case numbers. France for one has reported a record high of almost 180,000 confirmed covert cases in the last 24-hour period.

Omicron drives record cases in Europe, France reports 180,000 cases

In a first, Israel reports its first death case from the Omicron variant of COVID-19. Israel has also revised restrictions with the surge in cases.

Israel reports its first death caused due to Omicron as 84-year-old woman dies

France, Britain, and Greece reported a record number of COVID cases amid Omicron spread across the European continent.

Omicron variant drives record COVID cases across Europe as nations break previous daily records

Omicron threat is still looming over the world but in what looks like a ray of hope, antibodies that neutralise Omicron Covid variant have been identified by the scientists.

Scientists identify antibodies that block Omicron Covid variant

COVID surge wreaks havoc across the European continent amid Omicron spread

Israel reports its first death caused due to the Omicron variant of COVID-19

The highly infectious Omicron variant that was first identified in South Africa has spread across the world. Researchers in the country say that the Omicron variant can displace the Delta variant altogether. Here's a report.

South Africa: Researchers say Omicron can displace Delta variant

As the White House struggles to control the increasing spread of the Omicron variant of coronavirus in the US, New York has reported an alarming increase in hospitalisation of children.

Four-fold increase observed in hospitalisation of New York's children, amid Omicron spread

India has reported 6,531 new Covid infections on Tuesday morning and 315 deaths, as per the data provided by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW). Amid the fear of Omicron spread in the country, the tally for Omicron cases has increased to 653 on Tuesday morning, the health ministry said.

India reports 6,531 new Covid cases; Saurav Ganguly tests positive

The Omicron variant of coronavirus is disrupting the holiday season worldwide as global cases hit a record high with 1.44 million cases on Monday. Covid surges have wreaked havoc around the world, with many nations in Europe and North America trying to strike a balance between economically punishing restrictions and controlling the spread of the virus.

Omicron disrupts holiday season: Global cases hit record high with over 1 million infections

Kids sick with Wuhan Virus are filling up hospitals in the US. Omicron has ignited a new surge in infections worldwide. Are we prepared to contain the virus in 2022? Palki Sharma answers the 5 big questions that could determine the future trajectory of the pandemic.

Gravitas: Kids sick with Covid are filling up hospitals in America

New South Wales Health Minister Brad Hazzard has blasted Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk for being ‘passive aggressive’ on COVID-19 testing. According to Hazzard, ''It’s time that the PCR test for tourism testing was dropped, preferably today… rapid antigen tests make more sense for people who are crossing the border.

NSW health minister slams Queensland premier for being ‘passive aggressive’ on COVID-19 testing

Europe has been hit with a surge in the number of COVID-19 infections. At least five countries across the continent have reported the highest number of case and death rates, putting a cloud of doubt over the holiday season celebration.

Covid surges in Europe, France implements work from home, Greece puts a lock on Entertainment venues

Around 11,500 flights have been cancelled worldwide since Friday as Omicron variant forced several countries to impose travel restrictions amid concerns over virus spread.

11,500 flights grounded worldwide since Friday as Omicron fuels another wave of infections

U.S. President Joe Biden on Monday pledged to ease a shortage of COVID-19 tests as the Omicron variant spreads across U.S. states this holiday week, threatening to overwhelm hospitals and stifle travel plans.

US President Joe Biden discusses White House response to Omicron

As Europe grapples with the Omicron variant, Iceland and Denmark reported record daily coronavirus cases on Monday. In Denmark over 15,000 COVID-19 cases were reported as Iceland reported 672 cases in 24 hours.

As Europe grapples with Omicron, countries eye stricter curbs post-Christmas

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