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Covid-19 testing, continues at Kolkata airport for International passenger
Updated : 3 years, 2 months ago IST
"Tests have been made mandatory. We wore masks throughout the journey. The steps taken by the Indian government are very important for the safety of all," said a passenger travelling from Bangkok.
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Covid XBB.1.5 variant not virulent in India as 90 per cent of population v
Updated : 3 years, 2 months ago IST
Giving marginal respite amid a spurt of covid cases in countries like China, Japan, Hong Kong, and South Korea, Dr M Wali, Physician in Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in New Delhi, on Sunday said that the new covid variant of XBB.1.5 is not virulent in India as 90 per cent of the eligible populat
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Research reveals cancer threat from virus protecting enzymes
Updated : 3 years, 2 months ago IST
A study by researchers from Weill Cornell Medicine revealed threat of cancer progression from enzymes which protect human cells against viruses.
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Sneak peek into Virat-Anushka's New Year celebrations in Dubai
Updated : 3 years, 2 months ago IST
Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli are currently in the UAE for the New Year celebrations. On Sunday, Virat Kohli shared a couple of pictures with Anushka on Instagram and wrote, "(red heart emoji) 2023".
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Scientists map key protein structure of Hepatitis C virus
Updated : 3 years, 2 months ago IST
A team led by scientists at Scripps Research and the University of Amsterdam has achieved an important goal in virology: mapping, at high resolution, critical proteins that stud the surface of the Hepatitis C virus (HCV) and enable it to enter host cells.
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Immune system uses two-step verification to defend against HIV: Research
Updated : 3 years, 2 months ago IST
Human immunodeficiency virus 1, more commonly known as HIV-1, is known for its uncanny ability to evade the immune system. Scientists at Scripps Research and collaborators have now uncovered how our innate immune system, the body's first line of quick defence in attacking foreign invaders de
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Year-ender 2022: Despite vaccine strides, India not out of Covid-19 shadow
Updated : 3 years, 2 months ago IST
Till now, four confirmed BF.7 cases have been reported in the country and the Centre has put an advisory, asking citizens to mask up and ensure Covid-appropriate behaviour when outdoors.
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Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma enjoy last sunrise of 2022
Updated : 3 years, 2 months ago IST
Indian cricketer Virat Kohli, on Saturday morning, shared an adorable picture with his wife Anushka Sharma and daughter Vamika.
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Uttar Pradesh govt approves pricing of RTPCR, Antigen tests
Updated : 3 years, 2 months ago IST
Uttar Pradesh government on Thursday approved the cost of covid-19 tests, including Antigen, and RT-PCR tests in private centres in the State.
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Indians are naturally exposed to virus and have herd immunity: Dr Vaibhav
Updated : 3 years, 2 months ago IST
Urging the people not to panic and follow the Covid protocols religiously, Dr Vaibhav Suresh, Specialist Preventive Health, Fortis Hospital on Thursday said Indians were naturally exposed to the virus and have developed herd immunity as a result.
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We must be alert as coming 40 days are crucial: IMA Gorakhpur chief
Updated : 3 years, 2 months ago IST
The president of the Indian Medical Association (IMA), Gorakhpur, Dr Shivshankar Shahi on Thursday urged the citizens of the nation to be alert as the coming 40 days were very crucial in regard to the spread of the virus.
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Research: Enzyme that protects against viruses could fuel cancer evolution
Updated : 3 years, 2 months ago IST
An enzyme that defends human cells against viruses can help drive cancer evolution towards greater malignancy by causing myriad mutations in cancer cells, according to a study led by investigators at Weill Cornell Medicine. The finding suggests that the enzyme may be a potential target for f
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