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Booster doses against Covid-19 for people above 40 ‘may be considered’: INSACOG

The SARS-CoV-2 Genetics Consortium of India or INSACOG stated in its latest weekly announcement that in the ongoing discussion on whether a booster vaccination is necessary for Covid-19 in the country, people over 40 years old need to get booster vaccination” Can be considered” in its first such proposal.

The agency made recommendations on the risks posed to the country based on the new B.1.1.529 or the Omicron variant of Covid-19. It also emphasizes the vaccination of all people who have not been vaccinated and are “at risk”.

It said that although the current vaccine’s antibodies are unlikely to be sufficient to neutralize the Omicron variant, the risk of serious disease caused by the variant may be reduced.

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“Vaccinate all high-risk groups that have not been vaccinated, and consider booster vaccination for people 40 years and older. You can consider targeting the highest-risk/high-exposure groups first, because the current vaccines have low levels of neutralizing antibodies. INSACOG The announcement said that it is unlikely to be sufficient to neutralize Omicron, although the risk of serious diseases may still be reduced. Necessary public health measures.

“Genome monitoring is essential for the early detection of the presence of this variant so that necessary public health measures can be taken. INSACOG said: “Monitoring travel to and from known affected areas, as well as for COVID-19 that has epidemiological links with the affected areas. Contact tracing of -19 cases and additional testing. “

The Governmental Vaccine Advisory Group, the National Technical Advisory Group on Immunization (NTAGI), stated at the end of November that it is expected that policies regarding booster vaccines and additional doses of vaccines may be introduced within two weeks.

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Earlier Thursday, two confirmed cases of Omicron variants were detected in Karnataka. Raf Agarwal, joint secretary of the Federal Ministry of Health, said that although the patient did not show any serious symptoms of illness, all primary and secondary contacts have been identified and tested for the disease.

News Source : Hindustan Times

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The buses will start and currently serve Greater Noida and Jewar, even though the airport is probably not going to be operational by May By the end of May, the Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) plans to begin operating electric buses from the Capital to the soon-to-be Noida International Airport (NIA) in Jewar, according to officials. The buses will begin at.

Delhi’s three Inter State Bus Terminals (ISBTs) — Maharana Pratap ISBT at Kashmere Gate, Swami Vivekanand ISBT at Anand Vihar, and Veer Hakikat Rai ISBT at Sarai Kale Khan — and currently serve Greater Noida and Jewar, even though the airport is probably not going to meet the May deadline to be operational The Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) is set to launch.

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Electric bus services connecting Delhi’s Inter-State Bus Terminals (ISBTs) to the upcoming Noida International Airport (NIA) in Jewar by the end of May 2025. This initiative aims to enhance connectivity between the national capital and the new airport, providing a March 2025, DTC and NIA signed operate thesesustainable and efficient mode transportation for.

Key Features of the Service

  • Routes and Terminals: The electric buses will operate from three major ISBTs in Delhi: Maharana Pratap ISBT at Kashmere Gate, Swami Vivekanand ISBT at Anand Vihar, and Veer Hakikat Rai ISBT at Sarai Kale Khan. Initially, these buses will serve areas in Greater Noida and Jewar, catering to the March 2025, DTC and NIA signed an MoU to operate these demand for public transport in these regions.
  • Memorandum of Understanding (MoU): In March 2025, DTC and NIA signed an MoU to operate these bus services, formalizing the collaboration between the two entities The fleet will consist of air-conditioned, low-floor electric buses equipped with modern amenities, including GPS tracking, CCTV cameras, panic buttons, and broad aisle spaces to accommodate luggage. These features aim to ensure.
  • Commuters passenger safety and comfort during transit While the exact fare amounts are yet to be finalized, discussions are ongoing in consultation with the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (Yeida), which manages the Jewar area. The authorities aim to establish a cost-effective fare structure for commuters The bus services will initially be deployed on a pilot basis. Depending demand.

Additional Considerations

  • Infrastructure Development: A four-kilometer stretch of road that will be part of the bus route is not fully developed yet. DTC has reached out to Yeida to ascertain the usability and development timeline of this segment to ensure seamless operations. and passenger feedback, routes may be adjusted, and the number of buses increased to better serve commuters this, the bus services will begin as scheduled.
  • Airport Operational Timeline: Although the NIA was expected to commence operations by mid-May 2025, it is likely to miss this deadline due to ongoing construction work. Despite this, the bus services will begin as scheduled, providing connectivity to the surrounding areas in the interim providing connectivity to the surrounding areas in the interi This initiative reflects DTC’s commitment to.
  • Enhancing public transportation infrastructure and promoting eco-friendly travel options in the National Capital Region. By introducing electric buses on this route, the corporation aims to offer a reliable and sustainable alternative for commuters traveling between Delhi and the upcoming Noida International The Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) is set to commence electric bus services.
  • connecting Delhi’s Inter-State Bus Terminals (ISBTs) to the upcoming Noida International Airport (NIA) in Jewar by the end of May 2025. This initiative aims to provide eco-friendly and convenient transportation options for commuters traveling between Delhi and the new airport NIA was expected to commence.
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