Author: Naveeta Shokeen

An open-label Phase 2/3 study was conducted in India from May 2021 to July 2021 to assess the reactogenicity, immunogenicity, and safety of the whole-virion inactivated SARS-CoV-2 vaccine, Covaxin, in healthy volunteers between the age group of 2- 18 years. Bharat Biotech’s partner for the USA for its Covid-19 vaccine Ocugen Inc. said it had submitted a request for Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) of Covaxin for children in the age group 2-18 years to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This approval request is referred to a paediatric clinical trial conducted by Bharat Biotech called phase 2/3 in India…

There had been constant pressure on India from developed nations like the US to raise its climate ambitions and commit to a net-zero target by 2050. India is working towards achieving net-zero emissions by 2070, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said in Glasgow Monday, November 1, while announcing India’s new climate commitments. He spoke at the ‘High Level Segment for Heads of State and Government’ during the UNFCCC’s 26th Conference of Parties (COP). Post much anticipation; the net-zero commitment is among five new climate change targets Modi announced at the climate summit. The Indian government had never spoken about its takes…

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, the Congress General Secretary, said that her party has prepared a different election manifesto for females for the upcoming Uttar Pradesh assembly polls and guaranteed them unrestrained LPG cylinders and travel in government buses voted to power. My dear sisters of Uttar Pradesh, “you’re each day is full of struggles. Keeping this in mind, Our Congress party has prepared a manifesto specially for women,” she said in a tweet in Hindi. Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, the Congress General Secretary, said that her party has prepared a different election manifesto for females for the upcoming Uttar Pradesh assembly polls…

Cancer is one of the fastest-growing life-taking diseases that haven’t had any 100% treatment until now. Cancer is an abnormal growth of cells that impacts the healthy tissue and damages them. It can occur at any part of the body and is defined by different medical terminologies. The Four-Stage Treatment of Cancer There are four main streams of treatment that are working together to fight this. The first one is a surgical oncologist who performs surgical operations to cut the damaged and harmful cells and tissues to stop the further growth of cancer cells; this is achieved in the cases where…

It never hurts to dream a little. Therefore, I am compiling ten scenic destinations that will revive your life to overcome this phase of the pandemic. Hopefully, this phase is getting over, and we can finally pack our bags and just travel. With constant reminders about following social distancing guidelines and wearing masks to fight Covid-19, travelling seems like the last thing on our minds right now. However, no pandemic can rob us of the yearning to reach new regions, explore stunning locales and visit the countryside. Assam, India  Assam is closer to the Himalayas than the Taj Mahal, which…

Time and again, several Bollywood insiders have confessed that not only does the drug culture prevail in the industry, but many celebrities also use different kinds of addictive and non-addictive drugs.  Post the arrest of Aryan Khan, son of superstar Shahrukh Khan for alleged possession of banned drugs; the flame has raised once again around drug consumption among Bollywood Celebrities.  Saturday evening, an NCB team smashed a drugs party on the Cordelia Cruise ship, heading to Goa at mid-sea. Eight people, including Aryan Khan, were detained for interrogation by the NCB reportedly connected with the cruise’s drug seizure. As per…

A rivalry fuelled by geopolitical factors and an aspirational patriotism gained a voice on the cricket field, the India v/s Pakistan match-up has had all its vibrancy sucked out of it. The India–Pakistan cricket rivalry is one of the most intense and crucial sports rivalries in the game’s history. The tense relations between the two nations resulted from bitter diplomatic   relationships. The disputes raised during the Partition of British India into India and Pakistan in 1947 and followed by the Indo-Pakistani Wars. Moreover, the  Kashmir conflict set the foundations for the emergence of an the intense sporting rivalry between the two nations who had shared a common cricketing heritage. A…

Karva Chauth falls on October 24 this year. During this festival, married women keep fast for the whole day to pray for their husband’s long and healthy life. This year, as per Hindu Mythology, the festival falls on a very auspicious day of “Rohini Nakshatra”, coming after five years. Since 24th is Sunday, “Lord Sun” will also positively influence on the fast. Why is Karvachauth Celebrated? Karva Chauth is one of the most popular Indian festivals and is mainly observed in the country’s northern side. It is a celebration of love, marriage and the unbreakable bond shared between a husband…

The government possesses on Thursday said that the aboriginal-developed, DNA-based needle-free vaccine covid-19 vaccine by Zydus Cadila shall be added in the ongoing nationwide anti-corona drive vaccination.   Discussions are moving forward between the Central Government and Zydus Cadila over the final pricing of the Covid-19 vaccine named “ZyCov-D,” the pharma giant has reportedly proposed a Rs 1,900 for its three-dose jab, which is for those over 12 years of age.   The central government is still negotiating for depletion in price, concluding decision on this is most likely to be taken by the end of this week, as per the sources.  …

In early elections, many women either did not go to vote or were cast by the choice of male family members. Those who went to cast their vote were highly likely to consult male family members for their favorites. The Congress Party pledged to field women in 40% of the seats in the upcoming Assembly elections in Uttar Pradesh last week. At the outset, it could be observed to boost the dismal representation of women in Indian politics. But the focus on female voters is unmistakable: the announcement came alongside other women-centered welfare promises such as free electric scooters and…