WHO reports over 7.6 mn COVID-19 cases globally, death toll tops 427,000

The global number of confirmed cases of the coronavirus infection has surpassed 7.6 million, with over 427,000 fatalities being reported since the start of the outbreak, according to the latest data provided by the World Health Organization (WHO) on Sunday. The cumulative global toll of confirmed cases has increased by 137,526 over the past day, […]

Assam reports 182 more COVID-19 cases; total count 3,900

182 new cases of COVID-19 have been reported in Assam, taking the state’s overall tally to 3,900. State Health Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma tweeted, “182 new #COVID19+ cases reported today in Assam.” ↗️Total cases 3900↗️Recovered 1805↗️Active cases 2084↗️Deaths 08 📌Alert ~ 182 new #COVID19+ cases reported today in Assam. ↗️Total cases 3900↗️Recovered 1805↗️Active cases 2084↗️Deaths […]

Tripura coronavirus cases surpass 1,000-mark; 37 more test +ve

The COVID-19 tally in Tripura crossed the 1,000-mark as 37 more tested positive for the virus on Saturday, taking the total number of cases to 1,001. Out of 210 tested samples, results of 37 turned out positive, of which, 34 are from Sepahijala district and three from Gomati district. All patients had recent travel history. […]

Assam: 50,000 COVID-19 tests to be carried out in Guwahati

Amid surge in coronavirus cases in Guwahati, the Assam health department has decided to conduct 50,000 COVID-19 tests in the city from next week. Addressing a press meet on Saturday, health minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said that the situation in Guwahati was a matter of ‘grave concern’ as 25 people in the city had tested […]

Arunachal records biggest single-day spike of 20 COVID-19 cases; tally at 87

Arunachal Pradesh on Friday reported its highest single-day spike after 20 more COVID-19 cases surfaced in the state, taking the overall tally to 87. Of the fresh cases, 13 were reported from Changlang district, 6 from East Siang and one from Namsai. All patients were returnees from other affected states and tested positive for the […]

Meghalaya: NEIGRIHMS doctor arrested on molestation charges; groups, orgs up ante

The alleged molestation of two female patients by a resident doctor at the NEIGRIHMS in Meghalaya has evoked sharp reactions across the state. Civil society groups along with various other groups and organizations have demanded speedy enquiry into the matter and stern action against the accused if found guilty. Civil Society Women Organisation, president, Agnes […]

25 more test COVID-19 positive in Assam; tally at 3,718

25 more cases of COVID-19 have been reported in Assam, taking the state’s overall tally to 3,718. State Health Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma tweeted, “25 new #COVID19+ cases reported. 10 Karbi Anglong West, 5 Jorhat, 3 Karbi Anglong, 3 Baksa, 2 Dhemaji, 1 Golaghat, 1 Nagaon.” ↗️Total cases 3718↗️Recovered 1584↗️Active cases 2123↗️Deaths 08 📌Alert ~ […]

Sikkim records highest single-day spike with 36 COVID-19 cases; total count 63

Sikkim recorded the highest single-day spike in COVID-19 cases after 36 fresh cases emerged on Friday, taking the tally in the Himalayan state to 63. Out of 60 samples from primary contacts, 36 sample were found positive. All new cases were detected in the virology lab at STNM hospital in Gangtok. The patients have been […]

Assam’s COVID-19 tally reaches 3,693; three GMCH doctor tests positive

Assam on Friday night reported 195 more COVID-19 positive cases. The total number of coronavirus cases in the state has surged to 3,693. Health Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma taking to Twitter informed, “Alert ~ 195 new #COVID19+ cases reported in Assam today.” (Total cases 3693, Recovered 1584, Active cases 2098, Deaths 08) A total of […]