An Indian Air Force plane carrying 200 oxygen concentrators, arrived from the United Kingdom in Chhattisgarh's Raipur on Tuesday night as part of COVID-19 assistance to India.

COVID-19: India received 200 oxygen concentrators as foreign aid from UK

Mucormycosis, commonly called black fungus, is a serious and rare fungal infection affecting those suffering from coronavirus in India. The black fungus that invades the brain is being increasingly seen in vulnerable patients in India as the health system continues to struggle amid the pandemic.

What is 'Black Fungus' or 'Mucormycosis'?: Symptoms and treatment

Nepal's devastating COVID-19 outbreak showed no signs of abating on Tuesday as the country recorded its highest single-day coronavirus related deaths with 225 fatalities and 9,483 new cases in the last 24 hours.

Nepal records highest single-day deaths related to coronavirus; aid arrives from China

Amid the current coronavirus crisis across the country, the University Grants Commission (UGC) has said universities must take care of the on-ground situation before deciding on holding online examinations.

Varsities must ensure safety before holding online exams: UGC

Colombia`s three largest cities are bracing for an extended third peak in coronavirus cases and over-stretched intensive care units after nearly two weeks of anti-government protests, local authorities said.

Colombian cities brace for more COVID infections after protests

The Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on Tuesday informed that cumulatively 9200 oxygen concentrators, 5243 oxygen cylinders and 19 oxygen generation plants have been dispatched across States and UTs for COVID management.

Covid Relief Aid: 9,200 oxygen concentrators,19 oxygen generation plants dispatched to states, UTs

The National Human Rights Commission of India (NHRC) on Tuesday emphasized that the Centre and States need to put their acts together in order to meet the response by setting up universally functional COVID-19 dashboards for real-time information in the public domain on the availability of hospital beds, oxygen, critical care medicines and devices.

Centre, States should expeditious implement second wave of  Covid-19 Advisory: NHRC

The Health Ministry has urged states to ensure all beneficiaries who have taken the first dose of COVID-19 are prioritised for the second dose. Union Health Secretary Rajesh Bhushan and Dr R S Sharma, Member, National Expert Group on Vaccine Administration of COVID-19 reviewed the status of vaccination with health secretaries and National Health Mission MDs of states and UTs through a video conference today.

Health Ministry calls upon states to prioritize second dose of COVID-19

A man in the United States was arrested on Friday after federal authorities say he fraudulently obtained millions of dollars in coronavirus relief to buy luxurious cars, take lavish vacations and cover personal expenses.

US man buys Ferrari, Lamborghini using $5 million COVID-19 aid

COVID-19 affects different people in different ways. Experts have been warning of long-term complications that the coronavirus can cause. According to a study by the University of Rome Tor Vergata, COVID-19 increases the risk of developing erectile dysfunction (ED) by nearly six times.

Risk for erectile dysfunction six-fold higher in men with COVID-19

Individuals who receive a single dose of the AstraZeneca vaccine have approximately 80% lower risk of death with COVID-19 compared with unvaccinated people, according to a new Public Health England (PHE) analysis.

One AstraZeneca Covid vaccine dose cuts death risk by 80%, 2 Pfizer doses by 97%: UK agency

Legendary conversationist and filmmaker Sir David Attenborough has warned the world of challenges far more severe than COVID-19, in the next five to 10 years. “The epidemic has shown us how crucial it is to find agreement among nations if we are to solve such worldwide problems.

World will soon see challenges more severe than COVID-19: David Attenborough

A document written by Chinese scientists and health officials in 2015 stated that SARS coronaviruses were a "new era of genetic weapons" that could be "artificially manipulated into an emerging human disease virus, then weaponised and unleashed, reported Weekend Australian.

Chinese scientists discussed weaponising SARS coronaviruses 5 years back: Report

The United States is closer to getting the coronavirus pandemic under control and health officials are focused on the next challenge: getting more Americans vaccinated, the White House COVID-19 response coordinator Jeff Zients said on Sunday.

US turning a corner on pandemic, says White House coordinator

Dr David Nabarro, special envoy on COVID-19 for the World Health Organization (WHO) on Monday said that he would urge people to maintain social distancing and keep using face masks.

COVID-19: Can't keep on mothballing ourselves, says WHO official

Coronavirus cases in Nepal are skyrocketing and hospitals in the country are overwhelmed with the huge influx of COVID-19 patients. Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli is seeking help from other nations and also is under pressure because of the political crisis that is looming over his government.

Pandemic, political instability, economic crisis rattles Nepal  

An inspiration: Nepal's Kami Rita Sherpa ascents Mt Everest for record 25th time amid pandemic

EU leaders meet on Friday to survey the economic wreckage of the Covid pandemic, with high hopes from summit host Portugal that they will swear off austerity and tackle poverty.

Push on social issues as EU faces Covid fallout

Oil prices slipped on Thursday, reversing early gains under pressure from rising COVID-19 infections in India and elsewhere although prices retained some support from a report the previous session that showed US crude inventories fell much more sharply than expected.

Oil prices slip on worries of pandemic surge in India

The Himachal Pradesh government has decided to impose ‘corona curfew’ in the state from May 7 till midnight of May 16 to break the chain of Covid-19 transmission.

COVID-19 in Himachal Pradesh: FIR for hiding COVID-infection, fine for not wearing mask

Russia has registered Sputnik Light, the single-dose vaccine against COVID-19, which has an efficacy of 79.4 per cent, the Russian Direct Investment Fund (RDIF) said.

COVID-19: Russia okays single-dose Sputnik Light vaccine, has 79.4% efficacy

At least 11 patients died at the Government Chengalpattu Medical College Hospital here on Tuesday night. An inquiry has been ordered into the cause of death. Though it is alleged that the patients died due to oxygen shortage, senior officials said it is not the case as the hospital has sufficient stock.

11 patients die at government hospital in Chennai, probe ordered

Twelve Republican lawmakers have urged the Biden administration to not support a proposal by India and South Africa to the World Trade Organisation to temporary waive some Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS) rules amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Covid-19: 12 Republican lawmakers urge Biden admin to not support India's proposal at WTO

Amid the devastating COVID-19 crisis in the country, the Indian Air Force (IAF) has transported as many as 180 empty cryogenic oxygen containers and other relief material like oxygen cylinders, oxygen plant equipment, essential medicines and hospital equipment.

COVID-19 crisis: Over 180 cryogenic oxygen containers transported by Indian Air Force

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