New Delhi: Everyone above 60 years of age and those over 45 years and having other illnesses will be able to get COVID-19 vaccine from March 1 for free at government facilities and for a charge at many private hospitals, the government said on Wednesday.

Announcing the next phase of India's vaccination drive, Union Minister Prakash Javadekar said a proposal to this effect was approved at a meeting of the Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

"While the vaccine will be given for free at government centres, it will be available for a charge, to be decided later, at many private hospitals," the minister said at a post-Cabinet media briefing here.

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Mangaluru: In a concerning development, Mangaluru International Airport has been targeted by a bomb threat, as reported today. The threat, purportedly originating from a terrorist organisation, was communicated via email resulting in immediate action from the authorities.

Authorities immediately responded by bolstering security measures at the airport premises. Reports indicate that explosives may have been clandestinely planted within the airport vicinity. Additionally, the threat extends to all three planes stationed at the airport.

The gravity of the situation is furthermore because of a bomb threat email received on April 29, leading to a formal case being registered at the Bajpe police station.

As the investigation unfolds, authorities remain vigilant to ensure the safety and security of all airport personnel and passengers.

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