Biocon executive chairperson Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw tests positive for COVID-19
Bengaluru: Executive chairperson of Bengaluru-headquartered Biocon Ltd Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw said on Monday night that she has tested positive for COVID-19.
"I have added to the covid count by testing positive. Mild symptoms and I hope it stays that way," the 67-year-old biotechnology industry veteran said in a tweet.
Replying to her tweet, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor said, "So sorry to hear this, @KiranShaw. We need you hale & hearty soon! Be well my friend."
As of August 17 evening, cumulatively 2,33,283 COVID-19 positive cases have been confirmed in Karnataka, which includes 4,062 deaths and 1,48,562 discharges, the health department said in its bulletin.
Bengaluru urban district tops the list of COVID-19 cases, with a total of 91,864 infections so far.
Out of 6,317 fresh cases reported in the state on Monday, 2,053 cases ere from Bengaluru urban alone.
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Meezaan Science Exhibition at Al Ibaadah Indian School, Perampalli, on December 28-29
Udupi: A science exhibition organised by Al Ibada Indian School, Perampalli, is set to take place on December 28 and 29.
According to a press release issued by Sheikh Abdul Latheef Madani, the Administrative Director of Al Ibada Indian School, the event will feature Karnataka Legislative Assembly Speaker U. T. Khader and education expert Sheikh Aneesur Rahman Azami as the chief guests.
