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Coronavirus in India live updates: DCGI panel recommends emergency use of Covovax for kids aged 7-11
DCGI panel recommended the emergency use of Covovax for kids aged 7-11 on Friday. India meanwhile reported 17,336 daily new Covid cases, over 30% higher than yesterday. The latest surge in daily cases is the highest in 124-days. Meanwhile, India's active caseload currently stands at 88,284. Stay with TOI for the latest developments
The Times of India | Jun 24, 2022, 21:59:55 IST
Coronavirus in India live updates: DCGI panel recommends emergency use of Covovax for kids aged 7-11
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DCGI panel recommends granting emergency use authorisation to Serum Institute's Covovax for children aged 7 to 11 years: Official sources
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