Coronavirus has spread to 192 countries. The total confirmed cases worldwide are 15,76,70,605 and 32,82,743 have died; 6,06,84,649 are active cases and 9,37,03,213 have recovered as on May 9, 2021 at 3:48 am.
India
2,22,96,414 403738Cases
37,36,648 13202Active
1,83,17,404 386444Recovered
2,42,362 4092Deaths
In India, there are 2,22,96,414 confirmed cases including 2,42,362 deaths. The number of active cases is 37,36,648 and 1,83,17,404 have recovered as on May 9, 2021 at 2:30 am.
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With an aim to improve school environments in developing countries, Rotary International has implemented WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) facilities in 30,000 schools ...
According to the Housing and Urban Affairs Ministry, indicators under Swachh Survekshan 2021 focus on parameters pertaining to wastewater treatment and reuse along with faecal sludge management ...
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The Union Health Ministry has advised to carry a digital or physical copy of their appointment slip and the registered mobile phone with appointment confirmation SMS for getting vaccinated against COVID-19 ...
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