Coronavirus HIGHLIGHTS: No Covid Case, Death Reported In Chhattisgarh, Total Active Tally At Nine

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Coronavirus HIGHLIGHTS: Hello and welcome to ABP Live. Follow ABP Live's Covid blog to get the latest developments, breaking news, the latest updates, and other developing stories across the country and abroad.China's President Xi Jinping acknowledged on Saturday that the current wave of COVID-19 sweeping the country has "entered a new phase" and that "tough challenges remain," as the World Health Organization (WHO) has asked Beijing to provide more data about the coronavirus variants as India and other countries ramp up screening measures for visitors from the Communist nation."We have now entered a new phase of COVID-19 response where tough problems remain," Xi said in his New Year address to the nation, adding that it has "not been an easy trip" as the country has to confront "unprecedented difficulties and challenges".Genome sequencing of over 500 samples gathered in December is currently underway in INSACOG labs across the country, as part of a high-level Covid review meeting hosted by a key government official, according to news agency PTI on Saturday.P K Mishra, Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister, presided over a meeting with senior officials and experts to evaluate the status of COVID-19 in the country and compliance with the PM's orders issued during the review meeting on December 22.During the meeting, officials from the Union Health Ministry stated that the Ministry of Commerce had been requested to monitor the shipment of medicinal supplies and equipment to China.The World Health Organization has once again encouraged China to disclose specific and real-time data on the COVID-19 situation in the nation, following an increase in coronavirus cases following Beijing's relaxation of its rigorous "zero-COVID" policy.The World Health Organization has requested that Chinese health officials disclose data on genetic sequencing, hospitalisations, fatalities, and immunisations.A high-level conference between WHO and Chinese officials on the current rise in COVID-19 cases was held on Friday to seek additional information on the situation and to offer WHO's expertise and additional help, according to a WHO statement.India has joined the United States, Japan, Italy, and Taiwan in requiring COVID testing for Chinese travellers, amid a COVID-19 increase in China after officials eased tight "zero-COVID" standards.China's official COVID-19 data have become unreliable as less testing is being done across the country following the recent relaxation of the "zero-COVID" guideline.Beijing's decision to lift all travel restrictions, including the elimination of quarantine for arriving visitors beginning January 8 ahead of Chinese New Year, has sparked concern around the world.During this time, millions of Chinese are scheduled to travel to various areas of the world for vacation.

01/01/2023 23:25:23

No Covid case, Death Reported In Chhattisgarh, Total Active Tally At Nine

There is no COVID- An official said that 19 cases or deaths were registered in Chhattisgarh on Sunday, keeping the total and toll at 11,77,758 and 14,146, respectively.

He noted that the recovery count increased by one to 11,63,603, leaving the state with nine instances.

According to a government release, 1,88,40,689 coronavirus tests have been performed throughout the state so far, including 368 during the day.

The coronavirus figures for Chhattisgarh are as follows: Positive cases 11,77,758, new cases (zero), death toll 14,146, recovered 11,63,603, active cases 9, total tests 1,88,40,689. (PTI Input)

01/01/2023 23:05:19

Without Covid Restrictions, Crowds Surge At Major Streets, City Centres And Shrines On New Year Day

People flocked to prominent boulevards, tourist destinations, and entertainment venues across India on Sunday to celebrate the New Year without COVID restrictions. Many also participated in special prayers at places of worship.

Despite police keeping a close eye on things and hundreds of individuals being prosecuted for traffic offences including drunk driving, revellers celebrated the start of 2023 with gusto with no significant restrictions placed on it by the authorities other than advisories to stop the spread of the coronavirus.

After two years of subdued New Year celebrations owing to COVID-19, there were severe traffic jams around the nation's capital, particularly close to the India Gate and Connaught Place, and metro stations were packed with people. (PTI Input)

01/01/2023 23:01:48

Pandemic No Longer Determines How We Live Our Lives, Says S African President Ramaphosa

The economy of South Africa is in a healthier shape than it was prior to the COVID-19 outbreak, according to President Cyril Ramaphosa, and his administration will seek to guarantee that it continues to grow.

"Our daily lives are no longer governed by the Covid-19 epidemic. Ramaphosa said in his New Year's address on Saturday, "We have been able to protect society's most defenceless members from its worst impacts.

The South African economy, according to the president, is in a stronger position than it was before the COVID-19 outbreak, and his administration will endeavour to guarantee that it continues to thrive. (PTI Input)

01/01/2023 15:10:44

MoCA Secretary Rajiv Bansal Visits Delhi Airport To Review Covid Testing And Digi Yatra Facility

Secretary of the Ministry of Civil Aviation, along with Delhi airport CEO Mr. Videh Jaipuriaron, on Sunday reviewed the Covid-19 testing progress and the Digit Yatra facility at Delhi airport.

01/01/2023 11:31:37

India Record 265 New Infections, Active Caseload Stands At 2,706

India records 265 new coronavirus infections, active cases decline to 2,706: Union Health Ministry

01/01/2023 09:51:09

China Facing "Tough Challenges", Says President Jinping In His Annual New Year Address

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Saturday said that China is facing "tough challenges" as it enters "a new phase" in its Covid-19 response, reported ANI.

He made the remark during his annual new year address.

01/01/2023 08:33:09

Negative Covid-19 Test Must For Travellers From China, Announces Australia

Australia has joined the list of countries that have made it mandatory for travellers from China to produce a negative Covid-19 test report on arrival.

"A 'lack of comprehensive information' from Beijing about a wave of cases hitting the country", it said in a statement, reported AP.

01/01/2023 07:40:38

Decision To Check Travellers From China Political, Say UK Experts On PM Sunak's Order

Experts in the UK have termed PM Rishi Sunak's decision to test travellers from China a political one.

"Number of infections already high in the UK. Airport checks had been shown to be unreliable in pinpointing disease carriers...This can only have been done for political reasons", The Guardian quoted one as saying.