Bolsonaro says Brazil didn't spend a cent on Bharat vaccine deal under probe
Bolsonaro said the price for the Bharat vaccines was broadly in line with other countries.
Fri Jun 25 2021
What you need to know about the coronavirus right now
Barely 3 pct of India's 1.3 billion people have been vaccinated, the lowest rate among the 10 countries with the most cases.
Tue May 25 2021
Exclusive: India's federal government won't import vaccines, leaving it to states - Sources
Modi's government would instead aim to support domestic vaccine makers by guaranteeing purchases from them.
Mon Apr 26 2021
India to review COVID-19 vaccines after blood clot warning - Report
India is currently administering AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine, manufactured by SII and delevoped by Bharat Biotech called COVAXIN.
Fri Apr 09 2021
India's record COVID-19 surge continues, vaccines run short
The government blames the resurgence mainly on crowding and a reluctance to wear masks as shops and offices have reopened.
Thu Apr 08 2021
[PODCAST] Daily Dose @ 5: MCMC on drive to boost internet coverage under JENDELA, Myanmar protesters return after bloodiest day since coup
A rundown of the most important stories you need to know for the day, from the newsroom of Astro AWANI.
Thu Mar 04 2021
Efficacy data for India's own COVID-19 vaccine could boost public acceptance
Government data shows that only 10% of about 12.6 million people immunised in India have taken the COVAXIN shot.
Thu Mar 04 2021
Modi takes home-grown vaccine as India widens immunisation drive
People above 60, and those who are 45 or more and suffering from certain medical conditions, are now eligible for the vaccinations.
Mon Mar 01 2021
India's health workers balk at taking homegrown COVID-19 vaccine
A lack of confidence in a homegrown vaccine country could prevent India from meeting its target of vaccinating 300 million people by August.
Thu Feb 25 2021
Tears and fears as India's huge coronavirus vaccine push falters
India's huge coronavirus vaccination drive is behind schedule, hampered by technical glitches and safety fears.
Sun Jan 24 2021
India to give homegrown vaccine in seven more states this week
India is also exporting doses to Brazil and Morocco, and free shipments to the Maldives, Bhutan, Bangladesh and Nepal.
Sun Jan 24 2021
India's Bharat Biotech seeks Bangladesh trial for COVID vaccine approved at home
If allowed to go ahead, this would be the first trial of any coronavirus vaccine in Bangladesh.
Thu Jan 21 2021
India's homegrown vaccine developer warns some to avoid shot
India's homegrown coronavirus vaccine developer Bharat Biotech on Tuesday warned people with weak immunity to consult a doctor before getting the shot.
Tue Jan 19 2021
India to start mammoth vaccination drive on January 16
The vaccine is to be free for the country's population of 1.3 billion.
Sun Jan 10 2021
Criticism mounts over India's 'abrupt' approval of COVAXIN
A regulatory panel approved the shot just one day after asking the vaccine maker for more evidence it would work.
Wed Jan 06 2021
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024