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The B.1.1.529 variant has been detected in Botswana, Hong Kong and South Africa but the authorities in these countries are concerned by its high number of mutations that could evade the body’s immune response and become more transmissible.

Australia investigates new COVID-19 variant found in South Africa

The WHO on Friday cautioned against imposing travel restrictions due to the B.1.1.529 Covid-19 variant, saying it would take weeks to understand the

South Africa says UK flight ban over COVID-19 variant seems rushed

The latest variant is the most heavily mutated version discovered so far

The new COVID-19 variant identified in southern Africa led to investors dump riskier assets across markets with European stocks falling the most since July while emerging markets slumped.

Yesterday, the Union Health Ministry had directed states to ensure ‘rigorous screening and testing’ of all international travellers landing in India from ‘at risk’ countries.

Advice comes after first European case of B.1.1.529 variant identified in unvaccinated young adult woman in Belgium

As on Friday, Bitcoin fell to its lowest since October 12.

Officials say it will take weeks to understand implications of newly discovered strain, call for measured action