NEW DELHI : The government has allowed import and export of COVID-19 vaccines without any value limitation, in order to ensure speedy clearance and distribution.The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has amended the regulations to facilitate the import/export of COVID-19 vaccines through courier, at locations where the Express Cargo Clearance System (ECCS) is operational."Imports of and exports of vaccines in relation to COVID-19 has been allowed without any value limitation," said the amended Courier Imports and Exports (Electronic Declaration and Processing) Amendment Regulations, 2020.The CBIC said that COVID-19 has posed unprecedented challenges to Customs and other administrations the world over and efficient clearance.

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Johnson under fire as UK again faces onslaught of COVID-19

LONDON – The crisis facing Britain this winter is depressingly familiar: Stay-at-home orders and empty streets. Hospitals overflowing.

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Covid-19 cases in US surpasses 22.09 million

The total number of Covid-19 cases in the United States has surpassed 22.09 million as of yesterday evening, according to the Center for Systems Science and Engineering (CSSE) at Johns Hopkins University.

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89 Covid vaccination sites identified in Delhi: Health Minister

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'Highly infectious' new Covid-19 strain in India: No fresh case in last 24 hours

#Unite2FightCoronaTotal number infected with New Strain of Coronavirus from UK stands at 90; no addition in the last 24 hours.After the new strain of Covid-19 detected in the UK, the government had imposed a ban on flights coming to India from the UK with effect from December 22 last year. However, the flight operations between India and the United Kingdom resumed from January 8.

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"It's hard to see when there will be a better future for us..." teenage life on a Manchester estate in the time of Covid-19

direct to your inboxIn a year of uncertainty, heartbreak, and a longing for normal life, 19-year-old Cameron Cartledge's experience of the coronavirus crisis will resonate with so many young people."Last year was really difficult because the pandemic has just turned everything upside down," he said."One day it was training at my local martial arts club, seeing friends and family, and the next it was having to stay at home not being able to do any of that."The last twelve months have been undeniably painful for everyone, with thousands of people losing loved ones, jobs, or their mental wellbeing.As the nation's death toll reaches a bleak milestone each day, and the economy continues to shrink, the effect of the pandemic and lockdown measures

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How to protect yourself from fraud as scammers cash in on coronavirus

It is clear that the series of lockdowns in the UK has created the perfect breeding ground for fraud.

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1,293 people with Covid-19 in hospitals

Latest figures from the Health Service Executive show there are currently 1,293 people with Covid-19 in hospitals across the country.

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Nicola Sturgeon's £500 NHS bonus is being funded by UK Government Covid grant

UK Government to tackle Covid-19.The First Minister unveiled the £180million pledge at the SNP’s virtual party conference in November but has faced a backlash.While highly paid doctors and health service managers will pick up the bonus, thousands of low-paid frontline workers won’t receive a penny.Former Labour MSP and GP Dr Richard Simpson asked where the cash was coming from and which services would be cut as a result.The Sunday Mail can now reveal the money is coming from an emergency boost to Scotland’s Barnett Formula block grant from Westminster.In response to a Freedom of Information request, the Scottish Government admitted: “We have been provided with £8.2billion of Covid consequential support, which is allocated in Scotland

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Covid doctors 'forced to choose younger patients over elderly people' as rate rises

coronavirus infection rate continues to rise.It comes just days after London mayor Sadiq Khan declared a "major incident" across the Capital following a dramatic increase in deaths relating to the virus.Medical staff are now faced with the decision of prioritising the treatment of patients who they believe have a better chance of survival, rather than the elderly.Staff now face the uncertainty of the NHS being "unable to cope" as hospital admissions continue to grow.Dr Katharina Hauck who works in the faculty of medicine at Imperial College London says that hospitals in London are now in a dangerous predicament.She told the Daily Mail: "Sadly, some hospitals are now forced to follow emergency triage of all patients requiring critical

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Hardaway, Burke lead short-handed Mavs past Magic 112-98

DALLAS – Tim Hardaway Jr. scored a season-high 36 points, Trey Burke did the same with 29 and Luka Doncic had another triple-double as the short-handed Dallas Mavericks beat the Orlando Magic 112-98 on Saturday night.Hardaway and Burke took on expanded roles to help Dallas get over .500 for the first time this season with starters Josh Richardson and Dorian Finney-Smith and backup point guard Jalen Brunson sidelined by COVID-19 protocols.The three Mavericks didn't return with the team from Denver following a 124-117 overtime win Thursday, and coach Rick Carlisle wouldn't discuss how long they would be out.

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17 fined at Montreal anti-curfew protest amid soaring COVID-19 case numbers in Quebec

COVID-19 case numbers continued to soar in Quebec on Saturday as it became the first province to impose a curfew on its residents.Premier François Legault announced earlier this week that Quebecers will have to stay home from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m.

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Oxford coronavirus vaccine set for Scotland-wide roll out from Monday

coronavirus Oxford/AstraZeneca vaccine will be made available in more that 1,000 locations across Scotland from Monday, the Scottish Government have announced.The injection, which was approved by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) on December 30, has already been administered in the Tayside, Lothian, Orkney and Highlands health boards.The news of the rollout comes after Nicola Sturgeon confirmed over 110,000 people have received the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine since it was approved in early December.Scotland has an allocation of 533,640 doses of the Oxford vaccine for the month of January, which requires two jabs, similar to its counterpart.Those aged 80 or older will be contacted by their health board to receive the

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India reports 18,645 new Covid-19 cases in a day; over 1 crore recovered so far

Covid-19 tally in IndiaTotal cases: 1,04,50,284Active cases: 2,23,335Total discharges: 1,00,75,950Death toll: 1,50,999The COVID-19 vaccination drive in the country will start from January 16 and priority will be given to nearly three crore healthcare and frontline workers. The decision was taken at a meeting today in which Prime Minister Narendra Modi reviewed the status of COVID-19 in the country and the preparedness of states and union territories for vaccination against the disease."On 16th January, India takes a landmark step forward in fighting #COVID19.

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Canada’s coronavirus cases surpass 650K as Quebec imposes new overnight curfew

novel coronavirus in Canada surpassed 650,000 on Saturday as surges in new infections continued to be reported across parts of the country.Health officials detected 8,124 new COVID-19 cases Saturday, bringing Canada’s total caseload of the virus to 651,972. Another 126 fatalities were announced as well, raising the death toll to 16,833.

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Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu gets second Covid shot

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Quarantine quandary: ill woman unable to reunite with husband

A Fraser Valley woman’s health battle is being complicated by the COVID-19 pandemic and the ensuing border closure. The dual Canadian-American citizen has been separated from her U.S.

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B.C. student steps up to help peers learn during COVID-19 pandemic

A Vancouver high school student is working to fill a desperate need for B.C. families struggling to deal with remote learning during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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BGT's Amanda Holden 'delighted' the show has been postponed amid growing Covid cases

Amanda Holden has revealed her excitement following the news that Britain's Got Talent has had to be rescheduled in light of the coronavirus second wave.The variety talent show was set to start filming later this month but following a spike in coronavirus cases across the nation, the government implemented a strict lockdown, meaning that only necessary journies were to be made, including to and from work.While many television productions continue in all four countries of the nation, bosses at ITV were keen to put the safety of those working on the show before anything else, due to contestants travelling across the country and from across the world.Now, Amanda has celebrated having a clearer diary, telling Heart FM listeners she was

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Antonio Sabato Sr dead: Grand Prix actor dies following Covid complications aged 77

Italian-American actor Antonio Sabato Sr has died, aged 77.The news of his passing was confirmed by his son, Antonio Sabato Jr, 48, who revealed his death was caused by complications after contracting the coronavirus.Antonio Jr, who also worked as an actor updated fans on social media throughout his father's battle with the virus before sadly confirming his death.In a post, he penned: "Ciao Papa," alongside a family photo before sharing a follow-up tweet, stating that he would love and miss his dad "always and forever".Just days before his dad's passing, Antonio Jr tweeted: "My papa/dad is in intensive care with covid in California, Lord keep him surrounded by angels and pure God’s love and strength within."A day later he added: "My

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Pennsylvania expands eligibility for COVID-19 vaccine

PHILADELPHIA - Pennsylvania on Friday released an updated coronavirus vaccine plan that makes more people eligible for shots in the initial phases of the rollout.Health care workers and nursing home residents remain at the front of the line, followed by people 75 years and older and "essential workers" like police officers, grocery store clerks and teachers.With COVID-19 continuing to rage throughout Pennsylvania, health officials cautioned the state is still months away from having enough doses of the two approved vaccines to inoculate the general public."I know it is difficult to ask, but we must have patience," Dr. Rachel Levine, the state health secretary, said Friday.

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Grand Prix actor Antonio Sabato Sr. dies at the age of 77 from COVID-19 related complications

Antonio Sabato Sr. has passed away at the age of 77 due to COVID-19 complications, after testing positive for the virus earlier this month.The Italian-American actor's sonAntonio Sabato Jr., 48, confirmed the news of his father's death in a message shared to Twitter on January 6.Antonio was best known for his roles in Escape From The Bronx and Grand Prix, which earned him a nomination forNew Star Of The Year at the 1967 Golden Globes.

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Around 10 COVID-19 border cases a day over last three days

There has been an average of around 10 new and historical cases of COVID-19 at the border, per day, since our last media statement on Thursday.

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Coronavirus: Okanagan man opposes anti-maskers in Kelowna

Another anti-restriction protest happened in Kelowna this weekend, but this time, one Okanagan man took it upon himself to protest against the crowd of COVID-19 conspiracy believers.“Truly, it’s an honour to be out here supporting science and the front-line workers,” said David Crawford, a Kelowna resident.“What I think they are doing is insulting to the people that are suffering from the disease, have died from the disease and the people working hard to eradicate the disease.”Crawford said he’s been visiting these anti-lockdown rallies for a few weeks, holding his own signs mocking the anti-maskers.He was holding signs that said ‘ignorance ahead’ and ‘ yay science, yay vaccines’. COVID-19 pandemic pushing B.C.

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Some Ontario PSW’s hesitant to get COVID-19 vaccine, experts say targeted approach needed

Advocates call for targeted approach to address COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy in Canada Tara Moriarty, an associate professor of infectious diseases at the University of Toronto, said “every single hour that we delay vaccinations is going to cost lives.” However, she said she recognizes many people have questions they need answered before they feel comfortable getting the shot.In an effort to help address those fears, Moriarty has started nightly zoom calls, and has extended the invitation to the wider public. She is focused on connecting with people who work or interact with those in long term care or retirement homes.“Many people, don’t feel like they have the information they need to make a quick decision about whether to be vaccinated

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BREAKING Antonio Sabato Sr dead: Grand Prix actor passes away aged 77 with coronavirus

Grand Prix actor Antonio Sabato Sr has passed away aged 77 with coronavirus, his grieving son says.

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Pope Francis likely to get Covid jab next week

Pope Francis has said that the Vatican will initiate Covid-19 vaccinations from next week and that he is in line to receive a vaccine dose.The pontiff made the comments during an interview with a channel in Italy set to air on Sunday night, reported CNN."It is an ethical duty to take the vaccine, here in the Vatican we will start next week, I am also in line to take it," he said, according to a news anchor for the channel in a preview of the interview, which was released Saturday.In December, the Vatican deemed that it was morally acceptable to be vaccinated against Covid-19 after some anti-abortion groups raised concerns about how the vaccines were manufactured, CNN reported."It is morally acceptable to receive Covid-19 vaccines that have

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Giving Covid vaccine to elderly will do little to stop spread, scientist warns

Vaccinating the elderly will do little to stop the spread of the virus, say some scientists.

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VIRUS TODAY: California in dire need of more medical workers

volunteer program that Gov. Gavin Newsom created at the start of the pandemic.

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Coronavirus: Heavy police presence expected across Quebec as 8 p.m. curfew begins

COVID-19 case numbers continued to soar on Saturday as Quebec prepares to become the first province to impose a curfew on its residents. Quebecers will have to stay home from 8 p.m.

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Where to travel after Covid? 25 inspiring escapes

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Coronavirus: Addressing fears of COVID-19 vaccine must be part of rollout strategy, experts say

Union representatives for personal support workers in Ontario say more needs to be done to educate people about the COVID-19 vaccines. Despite being offered vaccines, some workers have decided to not get the shot.

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Coronavirus: Ontario reporting nearly 120% spike in COVID-19 cases involving school-aged children

New provincial modelling data is set to be released by the Ontario government next week and is expected to show an alarming spike of COVID-19 cases in young people as the province extends the school break for students in southern Ontario. Morganne Campbell has more in this report.

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Denver tops short-handed Sixers hit with virus, injuries

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - JANUARY 09: Danny Green #14 of the Philadelphia 76ers shoots during the second quarter against the Denver Nuggets at Wells Fargo Center on January 09, 2021 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly ackno PHILADELPHIA - Nikola Jokic had 15 points and 12 assists to lead the Denver Nuggets past Philadelphia 115-103 on Saturday, beating a 76ers team that had only seven available players because of injuries and COVID-19 protocols.The Sixers tipped without four regular starters -- All-Stars Ben Simmons (sore left knee) and Joel Embiid (back) due to injury, and Seth Curry and Tobias Harris over virus concerns.

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Alberta records 989 new cases of COVID-19, 31 additional deaths

COVID-19, plus 31 additional fatalities related to the disease.There was an increase in active case numbers provincially, with Alberta now sitting at 14,437 currently active cases. Saturday’s numbers show there have been just 149 additional recoveries over the last 24 hour period.The additional 989 cases come from 13,540 tests performed on Jan.

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Liam Payne's negative COVID test before seeing son

Gallery: Awkward! These celebrity couples had to work together after breaking up (BANG Showbiz)The 27-year-old singer says the pandemic has taught him to "stop taking things for granted". He said: "I'm quite tired! One of the most difficult things about the pandemic is working from home and trying to balance your personal life with your work life, when there's not really that closing door between the two places.

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Man Utd suffer Covid-19 scares as Michael Carrick joins player in self-isolating

Manchester United have suffered a coronavirus scare, with coach Michael Carrick forced to self-isolate and youngster Facundo Pellistri returning a positive test.

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COVID-19 claims 7 more lives in Saskatchewan, 332 new cases

Saskatchewan’s daily COVID-19 on Saturday.Saskatchewan also reported 332 new cases bringing the provincial total to 17,803. Saskatchewan health minister stands by comments on second round of COVID-19 vaccine Four of the seven deaths were recorded in the north central part of the province with one being in the 70-79 age group while the remaining three were 80 years of age or older.Two deaths were in the Regina zone.

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Bills beat Colts 27-24 for 1st playoff win since 1995

A quarter-century ago, the Buffalo Bills won a playoff game. Now, they have another victory.

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Denver tops short-handed 76ers hit with virus, injuries

PHILADELPHIA – Nikola Jokic had 15 points and 12 assists to lead the Denver Nuggets past Philadelphia 115-103 on Saturday, beating a 76ers team that had only seven available players because of injuries and COVID-19 protocols.The Sixers tipped without four regular starters — All-Stars Ben Simmons (sore left knee) and Joel Embiid (back) due to injury, and Seth Curry and Tobias Harris over virus concerns.

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Spread of COVID-19 becoming serious problem in New Brunswick

Staggering numbers of New Brunswickers are now in self-isolation, including staff and students at two schools. Travis Fortnum has more.

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Manitoba government expands COVID-19 vaccine eligibility again

70 per cent of Manitobans expected to be vaccinated for COVID-19 this year: projection To date, Manitoba has received a total of 22,230 doses of the Pfizer vaccine, which includes approximately 7,020 doses delivered earlier this week.There are currently about 13,440 doses of Pfizer in the province, which will be used for the remainder of this week’s immunizations as well as appointments for first and second-dose immunizations that will be scheduled at the Winnipeg super site at the RBC Convention Centre next week.Next week’s shipment of the Pfizer vaccine is expected to be 9,360 doses and about one-third of that will be shipped to Brandon to launch the super site at the Keystone Centre on January 18.To date, Manitoba has received 7,300

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Seminole County Emergency Manager talks vaccine rollout

ORLANDO, Fla. – Rolling out the coronavirus vaccine has proven to be difficult across the country and in Central Florida.The supply is not keeping up with the high demand, creating huge lines at first-come, first-served locations and websites crashing as people try to book reservations.[TRENDING: Police officer dies in Capitol clash | Fla. man arrested, firefighter investigated in Capitol riot | COVID-19 variant spreading in Fla.]By the beginning of April, Dr.

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Bills beat Colts 27-24 for 1st playoff win in 25 years

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. – The Buffalo Bills earned their first playoff victory in a quarter-century on Saturday when Josh Allen threw two touchdown passes, scored another rushing, and Micah Hyde batted down Philip Rivers' desperation pass for a 27-24 win over the Indianapolis Colts in a wild-card game.Buffalo snapped an 0-6 postseason skid by winning its first playoff game since a 37-22 win over Miami on Dec. 30, 1995.

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Grimes Reveals She Tested Positive for COVID-19

Grimes is the latest celebrity to test positive for COVID-19. The 32-year-old singer -- whose real name is Claire Boucher — shared her diagnosis with her Instagram followers on Saturday.«Finally got COVID but weirdly enjoying the dayquil fever dream 2021,» she wrote, adding a plant and fairy emoji, alongside a screenshot of SZA's «Good Day.»«This song is sooooo,» Grimes added, finishing her comment with emojis.

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Lisa Vanderpump's husband Ken Todd got a coronavirus vaccine ahead of schedule before it went bad

Lisa Vanderpump's husband Ken Todd was one of the lucky recipients of a coronavirus vaccine on Tuesday, despite not yet being eligible.But Todd was only inoculated because the vaccine dose was within hours of spoiling, according to TMZ.The outlet reported that vaccines in LA County that are close to going bad have been given out to people who aren't next in line in order to prevent them from being wasted.

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Saskatchewan Penitentiary inmate dies due to COVID-19

Saskatchewan Penitentiary in Prince Albert died on Friday due to complications related to COVID-19.The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) released the information on Saturday. 24 inmates at Saskatchewan Penitentiary test positive for COVID-19 CSC said it is the fourth federally sentenced inmate to die after testing positive for the virus.“CSC has dedicated health services and medical professionals in all of its institutions,” said a news release posted on the Canadian government website on Saturday.

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United States	Cases: 46 252 513 Deaths: 750 423 Recovered: 0
India	Cases: 34 321 025 Deaths: 459 652 Recovered: 0
Brazil	Cases: 21 835 785 Deaths: 608 235 Recovered: 0
United Kingdom	Cases: 9 215 683 Deaths: 141 607 Recovered: 0
Russia	Cases: 8 494 589 Deaths: 237 619 Recovered: 0

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