Pandemic Archives - Page 2 of 6

NDMA Revokes Disaster Management Act Imposed To Curb Pandemic

Ashmita ChhabriaMarch 23, 2022

by Ashmita ChhabriaMarch 23, 2022

However, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MDHFW) advisories on COVID containment measures, including the use of face mask and hand hygiene, will continue....

United Nations

Veterans reflect on past, present and future of radio at the UN

AgencyFebruary 13, 2022

by AgencyFebruary 13, 2022

On this World Radio Day, we asked them to share some pertinent memories of their work in radio and their views on the prospects and...

United Nations

Pandemic threatens push to end Female Genital Mutilation

AgencyFebruary 7, 2022

by AgencyFebruary 7, 2022

In marking the International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation, observed annually on 6 February, UN agencies are appealing for stronger action to uphold...

International

Australia To Reopen Borders For Tourists On Feb 21, After 2 Years

Ashmita ChhabriaFebruary 7, 2022

by Ashmita ChhabriaFebruary 7, 2022

Borders to reopen for all visa holders: Scott Morrison...

United Nations

Teleworking during COVID: Risks, benefits and steps to a ‘new normal’

AgencyFebruary 3, 2022

by AgencyFebruary 3, 2022

Among the benefits, the report says, are an improved work–life balance; opportunities for flexible working hours and more physical activity; reduced traffic and commuting time;...

United Nations

Healthcare waste from COVID threatens environment: WHO

AgencyFebruary 3, 2022

by AgencyFebruary 3, 2022

The estimates are based on the approximately 87,000 tonnes of personal protective equipment (PPE) that was procured between March 2020 and November 2021 and shipped...

National

Maharashtra Eases Covid Curbs In 11 Districts

Ashmita ChhabriaFebruary 1, 2022

by Ashmita ChhabriaFebruary 1, 2022

The state health department on Monday said Maharashtra reported 15,140 new coronavirus cases, 7,304 less than the day before, and 39 fatalities due to the...