Coronavirus in India Updates: Delhi reports 12,527 new COVID-19 cases in 24 hours

Haryana has reported 9,204 new COVID cases in the last 24 hours.

West Bengal has reported 9,385 fresh COVID cases and 33 deaths in the last 24 hours.

"Today, India is the 3rd largest pharma producer in the world. In the COVID times, we have seen how India following the vision of 'One Earth, One Health' is saving crores of lives by giving essential medicines and vaccines to many countries", said PM Modi at World Economic Forum's Davos Agenda.

"India is celebrating its 75th year of Independence and also the administration of 156 crore vaccine doses in the country. India has gifted the world a bouquet of hope", he added. 

Maharashtra has reported 31,111 new COVID cases with 29,092 recoveries, and 24 deaths in the last 24 hours. The state has also recorded 122 Omicron infections today.

Karnataka has reported 27,156 new COVID cases with 7827 recoveries and 14 deaths in the last 24 hours.

Jammu and Kashmir has reported 2,827 new COVID cases in the last 24 hours, 1093 from Jammu Division and 1734 from Kashmir Division. 

West Bengal government has eased COVID-19 related restrictions in the state. According to the guidelines, "Gyms can operate with 50% capacity till 9 pm, Jatra shall be allowed with 50% capacity till 9 pm and outdoor shooting for films and TV programmes are allowed in the state following COVID appropriate protocols".

The Manipur government informed that 32 new Omicron cases have been confirmed today, taking the overall tally in the state to 39.

COVID-19 National Task Force under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare released revised clinical guidance for the management of adult COVID-19 patients.

Mumbai has reported 5,956 new COVID cases and 12 deaths in the last 24 hours.

"Gennova Biopharmaceuticals had filed its phase 2 data with Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) on Friday. The Omicron specific variant of vaccine is under development & will be ready for human clinical trials, subject to regulatory approvals", said a company spokesperson.

Andhra Pradesh has reported 4,108 new COVID cases and 696 recoveries in the last 24 hours.

Delhi has reported 12,527 new COVID cases and 24 deaths in the last 24 hours.

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy held a review meeting on the prevailing COVID situation and decided to write a letter to Central Government seeking to reduce the gap for administering precautionary doses from the existing nine months to six months.

Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai, along with state Health Minister Dr. K Sudhakar, chaired a virtual meeting with senior officials of the State Govt, Health Dept, and Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) experts regarding the COVID-19 situation in the state.

"Over 3.5 crore children between the 15-18 age group have received the first dose of COVID-19 vaccine, since 3rd January," tweets Union Health Minister Dr Mansukh Mandaviya

Puducherry Dept of Personnel & Administrative Reforms issued instructions that will be in effect till January 31. it will be applicable to all the government offices in UT. 

According to the restrictions, "Group 'A' officers &officers from level of Under Secys to Govt&equivalent/other Administrative Heads shall attend office with full strength".

"Indore reported 1890 new COVID-19 cases yesterday, with 10,313 active cases. There are no serious symptoms in these cases, majority being under home isolation. 153 patients are hospitalized, 12 cases with comorbidities needed ICU & 28 needed oxygen-beds", said, Indore CMHO BS Setia.

"In view of the rising COVID-19 cases, Raj Bhavan will remain closed to visitors for 1 week, until January 23, 2022", said, Gaurish J. Shankhwalker, Joint Secretary to Governor.

Researchers from IIT Mandi & International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB) have identified phytochemicals in petals of Himalayan plant.

"There was a misinformation campaign against vaccination, but all the vaccine cynics are now silent; Indian vaccines are renowned across the world; those who got jabbed have bolstered the country's fight against COVID," added UP CM Yogi Adityanath.

Puducherry reports 907 fresh COVID-19 infections and 3 deaths today; Active case tally at 8,359:

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, Kashmir University on Monday deferred the examination, which was scheduled to be held on Jan 18, 2022.

"Blaming won't end the virus. I will not step into this garbage," added Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal on Haryana Health Minister Anil Vij's statement over Delhi's contribution to Haryana's COVID19 cases.

The national President of the party will hold meetings related to Assembly elections in Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Uttarakhand.

According to data provided by NCPCR to the SC, the 1.47 lakh includes 10,094 orphans, 1,36,910 children who lost either parent and 488 abandoned children.

First dose of Covid vaccine given to 100 pc of eligible population in Delhi, total 2.85 crore doses administered so far: Health Minister

The google doodle of January 17 emphasises the significance of the continuous usage of masks as well as suggests being inoculated against the deadly COVID-19:

"Delhi to report around 14,000-15,000 cases today, much less than y'day. Around 2.85cr doses have been administered in Delhi; 100% eligible population inoculated with 1st dose, 80% with 2nd dose, & 1.28 lakh people received precautionary dose," added Delhi Health Minister Satyendar Jain

"100% of school students between 15 to 18 years in Tamil Nadu have been inoculated with the first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine," State Health Minister Ma Subramanian

There is no justification now for keeping schools closed due to COVID and if there are new waves, closing schools should be last resort said World bank director:

Pune based Gennova Biopharmaceuticals has submitted phase 2 data of mRNA vaccine & has also completed the recruitment of phase 3 data. Drugs Controller General of India's (DCGI) Subject Expert Committee (SEC) is expected to review the data soon: Official sources

Gennova Biopharmaceuticals has also developed the mRNA vaccine for the #Omicron variant that will be tested on humans for efficacy & immunogenicity soon: Official sources.

India's COVID-19 active caseload- 16,56,341

Total recoveries in last 24 hours- 1,51,740

New cases in latest update- 2,58,089

Omicron cases in last 24 hours- 8,209

Fatalities in last 24 hours- 385

The Union Health Ministry also added that over 13.79 crore balance & unutilized vaccine doses are still available with States/UTs to be administered:

BMC has said that the marriage registration service will be restarted soon with the facility of appointment, date & time. Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation is also exploring the provision of a video KYC option.

Drugs Controller General of India's (DCGI) Subject Expert Committee (SEC) is expected to review the data soon: Official sources

In a bid to further deepen bilateral ties, US President Joe Biden will virtually meet with Japanese PM Fumio Kishida on Friday (Jan 21).

Haryana Health Minister Anil Vij blamed the high COVID infection rate in 3 districts of State adjoining Delhi on an “uncontrolled” rise in cases in the national capital. Haryana was adversely affected due to its vicinity to Delhi, but there is no need to panic, he added

"Surveillance is underway with CCTVs & drone cameras. Fines are being taken from people not following COVID guidelines," says Rajeev N Mishra, SSP Magh Mela:

The Centre on Sunday told the Supreme Court that COVID-19 that no individual can be vaccinated against his/ her wish. The Centre informed that the vaccination guidelines issued by the Union health ministry do not envisage forcible vaccination without consent. The comment came as India continues to struggle with the third wave of the deadly COVID-19 outbreak. The nation, on Sunday, also completed one year of COVID-19 vaccination drive. 

"It is submitted that the direction and guidelines released by Government of India and Ministry of Health and Family Welfare do not envisage any forcible vaccination without obtaining the consent of the concerned individual,” the Centre told the apex court. "It is submitted that vaccination for COVID-19 is of larger public interest in view of the ongoing pandemic situation," the affidavit read.

According to an AP report, scientists have warned that the Omicron variant of coronavirus won't be the last version. The other variants of the SARS-CoV-2 virus that was initially reported from China's Wuhan province will further mutate in the next few months, scientists warned.

Read full report here.

In a recent update to COVID restrictions in Mumbai, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) issued a statement that all international passengers arriving from UAE, including Dubai, in the city are now exempted from the compulsory seven-day home quarantine. It is further learnt that even the RT-PCR test is not mandatory on arrival. 

India on Sunday completed a year of its vaccination drive against the virus. In a span of exactly 365 days, the country has administered the first dose to 90 per cent of the population while 60 per cent has got their second dose too. Not just that, the administration of what is known as the 'precautionary' dose, among the population has also begun. 

Read full report here

2,709 new COVID-19 cases were reported in Assam with 5 deaths, and 1,223 recoveries reported today. Active cases 19,258:

Punjab records 7,396 new cases & 13 deaths; Active case tally at 41,250:

Jharkhand reported 2,776 fresh COVID cases, 4,114 recoveries, and four death on Sunday: