Delhi logged 1767 COVID 19 cases; with positivity rate of 28.6% Delhi logged 1767 COVID 19 cases; with positivity rate of 28.6% Content Editor: Dr. Anubhav Mondal April 21, 2023 The Hindu COVID, infectious diseases Delhi reported 1767 cases and 6 deaths on Thursday, with a staggering positivity rate of 28.6%. The health minister informed that Delhi is ready to handle the situation with enough oxygen, ventilators, and ICUs. There is no information that the new variant XBB.1.16 was leading to a more severe infection. The minister also advised those with severe comorbidities to mask up and avoid crowded places. At another meeting, the education minister informed that the government was reviewing the situation and the guidelines for the schools would be issued soon. Also, according to a senior official, there will be a further rise of cases for 8-10 days and then it would decline. He also ascertained that this wasn't a wave but a part of the epidemic cycle of COVID.

8th Siddha Day - advancing public health through ancient wisdom 8th Siddha Day - advancing public health through ancient wisdom Content Editor: Dr Anamika January 7, 2025 Press Information Bureau of India Siddha medicine, CCRS, AYUSH The 8th Siddha Day , themed Siddha for Public Health , was celebrated on December 19, 2024, in Chennai. It was organized by the Central Council for Research in Siddha (CCRS ), Ministry of Ayush, in association with the National Institute of Siddha and the Tamil Nadu Government. The event was attended by 1500 participants. Awards were presented for academic excellence, contributions to Siddha medicine, and winners of mini-projects. A medicinal plants expo showcased 240 live plants, raw materials, ancient manuscripts, and therapies. The Siddha Formulary of India Part 3 (Tamil) and event souvenirs were released during the celebration.