Top

Health Ministry eases COVID-19 guidelines for international travellers

New Delhi [India]: The Centre has further eased the guidelines for international travelers in the context of COVID-19 and the earlier requirements for RT-PCR-based testing of a random two per cent subset of international travelers to India have been dropped.

Health Ministry said that it has further eased guidelines for international travelers in the context of COVID-19 taking note of the prevalent COVID-19 situation and the significant achievements made in vaccination coverage across the globe.

“Vide these new guidelines, which shall come into effect from 0000 Hrs (IST) of July 20, 2023, the earlier requirements for RT-PCR based testing of a random 2% subset of international travelers to India, now stand dropped,” a Health Ministry release said on Wednesday.

However, the earlier advice for precautionary measures to be followed in the context of COVID-19 by airlines as well as international travelers shall continue to apply.

The updated guidelines have been made available on the official website of the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare https://main.mohfw.gov.in/

The release said that Health Ministry continues to follow the COVID-19 scenario closely.

Vasav Raj Katyal

Recent Posts

Tata Harrier Variants: Find the Perfect Fit for Your Driving Needs

The stylish mid-size  Tata Harrier SUV is famous for its striking design, good build quality,…

1 hour ago

Yashasvi Jaiswal Sledges Mitchell Starc In Perth, Says “It’s Coming Too Slow”

November 23, 2024: The Border-Gavaskar Trophy, renowned for its fierce competition and high stakes, witnessed…

4 hours ago

Naga Chaitanya Shares Poster Of His New Film ‘NC24’

November 23, 2024: Naga Chaitanya has had a busy year, both personally and professionally. On…

5 hours ago

Yashasvi Jaiswal Equals McCullum’s Record For Most Test Sixes In A Calendar Year

November 23, 2024: Yashasvi Jaiswal's remarkable achievement on Day 2 of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT)…

5 hours ago

KL Rahul, Yahasvi Jaiswal Makes History By Becoming First Visiting Pair To Make 150-Plus Run Partnership In Australia

November 23, 2024: Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul's stunning 172-run opening partnership on Day 2…

6 hours ago

BGT: Fifties By Jaiswal, Rahul Put India In Driving Seat, Lead With 218-Runs In Perth Test

November 23, 2024: India has firmly positioned itself in the driver's seat in the ongoing…

7 hours ago