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Q+A: National Vaccination Day

March 16, 2023

National Vaccination Day, also known as Immunization Day or Polio Ravivar, is an annual event celebrated in India on March 16th. The day holds significant importance in India’s public health calendar, as it promotes vaccination campaigns and raises awareness about ..

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Commemorative Postal Stamp on COVID-19 vaccine

January 18, 2022

The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare recently released commemorative postal stamp on COVID-19 vaccine. The stamp was launched to mark the first anniversary of the National COVID Vaccination Programme or the COVID vaccination drive. Design of the stamp The ..

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India set to touch 100 crore Covid vaccination mark

October 21, 2021

India crossed another significant milestone in its fight against the covid-19 pandemic on October 21, 2021. It touched the mark of 100 crore Covid vaccinations including the first as well as second doses. Key Points On the other hand, India ..

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India to submit National vaccination plan and targets to WHO

October 13, 2021

India is set to submit its covid-19 vaccination plan and targets to the World Health Organization (WHO). Highlights India will submit an updated national vaccination trajectory and plans that defines the dose requirements for guiding investment. Guiding investments are required to ..

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India allowed foreign nationals to get Covid-19 vaccine through CoWIN

August 10, 2021

India allowed foreign nationals residing here to receive covid-19 vaccine by registering on the Co-Win portal on August 9, 2021. Highlights Foreigners can use their passport as identity document to register themselves on CoWIN portal. After registering on this portal, ..

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Govt asks NPCI to start Electronic Vaccine Vouchers

July 3, 2021

Government has asked National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) to launch platform for electronic vaccine vouchers. What are Electronic Vaccine Vouchers? These vouchers are like electronic prepaid instruments which can be used only for vaccination. Employers can purchase these vouchers ..

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