Sunday, May 2, 2021

India's Covid vaccine shortage: The desperate wait gets longer

 India's Covid vaccine shortage: The desperate wait gets longer


AN OVERVIEW OF TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS.

Rolling out of the third phase of vaccine from today is covered widely by dailies today.

The Economic Times headlines, "SC wants Centre to ensure jabs for all at low prices."

The Pioneer headlines, "UP, Gujarat to keep May 1 jab date."

In order to study the virus, "Scientists urge PM to release Covid data," reports The Financial Express.

The Statesman writes, "Modi urges ministers to take pulse of local situations, get feedback."

The paper also carries a picture of the first consignment from the US landing in India with the caption, 'US gifts 423 oxygen cylinders with regulators and other medical supplies.'

Papers have also covered the sad demise of jurist Soli Sorabjee. The Hindustan Times says, 'Adieu Soli Sorabjee, jurist, legal luminary and jazz afficionado.'

And finally, the Economic Times reports India Inc steps up with Covid care centres for staff.

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