On August 14, 2024, the World Health Organization declared Mpox, previously known as Monkeypox, a global health emergency due to a surge in cases across Africa. The announcement came after a meeting of the UN health agency's emergency committee. Originally identified over 50 years ago in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Mpox virus has been endemic in the region for decades. Recently, a new variant of the clade 1 strain, known as clade 1b, has emerged and is spreading in eastern Congo and neighboring countries that previously had no cases. Swedish authorities reported a case of the clade 1 variant on Thursday, 15th August, marking the first detection of this strain outside Africa. Despite this, they have assessed the public risk as low. Now let us understand what Mpox virus is, the symptoms and how they spread. Watch video
16 August,2024 08:11 PM IST
'The Vaccine War': Following the immense success of 'The Kashmir Files,' filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri is poised to make a triumphant return to the silver screen with his upcoming project, 'The Vaccine War.' This cinematic endeavor aims to spotlight and celebrate the tireless dedication of India's medical community in their heroic efforts to combat the COVID-19 crisis, ultimately leading the world's largest democracy to victory. National Award Winner Vivek Agnihotri articulated his motivation for undertaking this project, which primarily focuses on the remarkable scientists pivotal in developing the indigenous BBV152 vaccine. Notably, Balram Bhargava, the former director-general of the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), occupies a prominent role in the narrative. With an ensemble cast featuring revered talents such as Nana Patekar, Anupam Kher, Raima Sen, and Pallavi Joshi, 'The Vaccine War' is poised to captivate the hearts of millions of cinema enthusiasts nationwide, scheduled for release on September 28th of this year. Watch the full video for more!
15 September,2023 12:00 PM IST
The Vaccine War: Nana Patekar recently made headlines for his comments at the trailer launch of his upcoming film ‘The Vaccine War’. The actor expressed his views on Nepotism and also criticised a recent hit movie without naming it explicitly. Did he take a dig at Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘Jawan’? Watch the video.
14 September,2023 03:10 PM IST
During the trailer launch event for Vivek Agnihotri's upcoming film 'The Vaccine War,' actor Nana Patekar shared his thoughts on his involvement in the project. He humbly expressed that he lacks the sophistication often associated with actors and mentioned his perceived limitations in English fluency. Nana Patekar stressed that regardless of the project, whether it's a comedy like 'Welcome' or 'The Vaccine War,' the effort required for acting remains consistent. He also acknowledged that perhaps the makers of 'Welcome' no longer consider him suitable for the film due to his age. He highlighted the film industry's enduring support for actors and their appreciation for quality work.
13 September,2023 05:41 PM IST
In his upcoming film 'The Vaccine War', filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri honors Indian scientists and doctors for their remarkable success in creating a COVID-19 vaccine. Agnihotri's aim is to spotlight India's scientific prowess to the global stage. The movie portrays the inspiring narrative of dedicated women and scientists who dedicatedly toiled within laboratories, making personal sacrifices to develop the vaccine. Agnihotri aspires for the younger generation to witness a cinematic celebration of pure scientific triumph. Watch the full video for more.
29 August,2023 05:35 PM IST
India has reported two deaths due to the influenza subtype A H3N2 virus in Karantaka and Haryana. While the Ministry of Health and ICMR have issued advisory, know more details of the virus, its symptoms and precautions to prevent it.
13 March,2023 07:45 PM IST | Mumbai
Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a rally in Himachal Pradesh said BJP gave free vaccines. If there was a Congress government in Himachal, then vaccines would have reached here at last.
05 November,2022 09:46 PM IST | Mumbai
Union Minister Anurag Thakur recently announced free Covid-19 precaution doses for the 18-59 age group at government vaccination centres under a 75-day special drive starting from July 15. The drive will be held as part of the government's Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav to celebrate the 75th anniversary of India's Independence. The objective of the move is to speed-up the vaccination drive.
14 July,2022 02:11 PM IST
As Mumbai’s Test Positivity Rate (TPR) reaches 15 per cent, once again the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) is on the hunt for those who are yet to take the second dose of the vaccine against COVID-19. BMC personnel have begun calling up people to tell them to get the second dose.
16 June,2022 10:12 PM IST | Mumbai
A study by civic-run SevenHills Hospital has revealed that a double dose of vaccine against COVID-19 reduces risks of fatality by 94 per cent. Fatalities were high among the unvaccinated patients, admitted between July 2021 and February 2022
27 April,2022 09:02 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
