Morning Digest | Covishield, Covaxin made fewer antibodies against B.1.617 variant; WHO chief says India’s COVID situation hugely concerning, and more
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Both Covishield and Covaxin, while effective at generating an immune response against the coronavirus, appear to generate only half as many antibodies against the B.1.617 strain, or the Indian strain, according to a series of early reports authored by scientists at the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR).
A UK citizen was detained at Bengaluru airport for alleged immigration fraud involving misuse of travel documents.
Neolithic relics, including a clay pot and carved stone pedestal, discovered during excavation at Lakkundi's Kote Veerabhadraswamy Temple.
Sanjay Raut claims BJP is tapping phones of its own and Shiv Sena corporators amid Mumbai mayoral race; BJP denies allegations.
Tirunavaya Mahamagham festival struggles to attract crowds, with hopes for increased attendance from January 22.
Calcutta High Court addresses ongoing violence in Murshidabad, urging police and state officials to restore peace and order.
Andhra Pradesh High Court hears challenge to ACB Court's refusal to provide verdict copies in Naidu-related cases, adjourns to February 3.
BMTC suspends three conductors for misusing UPI ticketing system, diverting fare amounts up to ₹54,000.
NIMS Hyderabad expansion to add 2,000 beds, with completion expected by December 2026, enhancing specialised healthcare services.
Congress protests in Hyderabad, accusing the Centre of undermining MGNREGA and attacking rural employment rights.
Operation against drug peddlers will continue till the last peddler is arrested: Police Commissioner
Mangaluru City Police Commissioner Sudheer Kumar Reddy on Tuesday said the operation against peddlers of synthetic drugs, cannabis, and other substances will be intensified and continued until the last peddler is arrested.
Parents and citizens protest against government plans to close schools, fearing negative impacts on education access for rural children.
Andhra Pradesh attracts 25% of India's FDI, with UAE collaboration boosting investments in food processing and infrastructure development.
DGCA mandates airlines to establish a 'Chief of Flight Safety' and dedicated safety departments to enhance aviation safety.