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Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Prakash Javadekar poses for photographs while taking a round after unveiling an 'urban forest', developed by CAG of India, in New Delhi, Thursday, July 2, 2020. (PTI Photo)
Till now, 90,56,173 tests conducted through a diagnostic testing network: GoI
Till now, 90,56,173 tests conducted through a diagnostic testing network. There are now 1065 testing labs in the country-768 in public sector & 297 pvt labs. Yesterday, as many as 2,29,588 people got tested for Covid-19, said theGovernment of India.
The total no. of people being tested for Covid-19tests in the country will soon touch one crore. This has been possible due to removal of all bottlenecks by GoI. Various steps taken by Central Government have paved the way for enhanced testing for Covid-19, it said.
The Institute of Chattered Accountants of India (ICAI) today told Supreme Court that there may be difficulties in conducting the Chartered Accountants (CA) examinations, as there is a spike in Covid-19 cases in India. The Court fixed the matter for further hearing to July 10.
HD Kumaraswamy slams Karnataka government for 'poor handling' of Covid-19
He claimed that Karnataka was suffering due to lack of co-ordination in the cabinet and for the last three months Yediyurappa and his ministerial colleagues have only been talking even as the Covid-19 numbers were escalating.
With Covid-19 death toll nearing 100 in Bengaluru, city district administration has identified 35.18 acres of land at 10 different places for graveyards
Andhra Pradesh recorded 845 new Covid-19 cases and 5 deaths in the last 24 hours, taking total number of cases to 16,097 out of which 8,586 cases are active. Number of deaths due to the disease stands 198: State Health Department
No community transmission in Maharashtra as of now, says state Health Minister Rajesh Tope
Maharashtra Health Minister Rajesh Tope on Thursday said that most of the positive cases were the ones either under institutional quarantine, home quarantine,or with some contact history. "There's no community spread in the state as of now," said Tope.
Remdesivir & Favipiravir will be available in all the districts in the next 2 days, he said.
"We are ensuring that it is not available for rich & influential people only. It will be available for all," said Tope.
He added that a total of 93,000 patients have recovered till now and that plasma therapy wasstill a very effective way of treatment with9 out of 10 patientsgetting better through thetreatment.
Five more Covid-19 deaths, 115 fresh cases in Rajasthan
Udaipurreported a maximum of 21 cases, while Bikaner reported 12 cases. Ten cases each were reported from Rajsamand and Dholpur, nine each from Jaipur and Jalore, eight from Nagaur, six from Bharatpur, five each from Karauli and Sirohi besides cases from other districts of the state, the report stated.
Opportunity to save lives, says Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal while inaugurating India's first 'Plasma Bank'
Delhi CM on Thursday inaugurated country's first plasma bank, urging eligible people to come forward and donate in what he dubbed would be an 'opportunity to save lives'.
He said that certain groups like pregnant women or mothers, cancer survivors, hypertension patients, people with comorbidities, among others won't be eligible todonate plasma. Except for these groups, Kejriwal asked the ones who have recovered from coronavirus to help others by contacting the Delhi government.
"If you have recovered from Covid-19 & your age is between 18 and 60 & your weight is above 50 kg, then you may donate plasma for Covid-19 patients," said the CM.
Here's how you can get in touch with the system to donate plasma in Delhi: 1031 (Call), 8800007722 (Whatsapp).
The doctors will then further confirm theeligibility of the donors.
3,59,860 people affected with coronavirus have recovered in country so far. Recovery rate reaches 59.51%.
115 new COVID-19 positive cases and 5 deaths have been reported in Rajasthan till 10:30 am today. Total number of cases rise to 18427 including 3358 active cases and 426 deaths: State Health Department
A total of 363 inmates &102 jail staff tested positive for Covid-19 till date, says Maharashtra Prison Dept
A total of 363 inmates &102 jail staff tested positive for Covid-19 till date. 4 inmates have died due to Covid-19. 255 inmates & 82 jail staff haverecovered so far. Mumbai Central Prison has reported maximum positive cases with 181 inmates and 44 jail staff testing positive: Maharashtra Prison Dept
434 deaths and 19,148 new COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours. Positive cases in India stand at 6,04,641 including 2,26,947 active cases, 3,59,860 cured/discharged/migrated & 17834 deaths: Ministry of Health & Family Welfare
The total number of samples tested up to July 1 is 90,56,173 of which 2,29,588 samples were tested yesterday: Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
Global virus infections soar as US deaths spike again
In the worst seven days since the start of the crisis, World Health Organization chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said the number of new cases had topped "160,000 on every single day".
Oxford Covid-19 vaccine developers encouraged by immune response but cautious on timeframe
A leading scientist behind the University of Oxford's potential Covid-19 vaccine said on Wednesday the team has seen the right sort of immune response in trials but declined to give a firm timeframe for when it could be ready.
Bihar: Covid-19 death toll reaches 73; tally crosses 10,000-mark
With five fresh coronavirus casualties in the past 24 hours, the death toll due to the disease in Bihar increased to 73, while the total number of cases reached 10,204 after 217 people tested positive, a health department official said on Wednesday.
World Bank chief says coronavirus pandemic widening inequality gap
World Bank President David Malpass said on Wednesday that the coronavirus pandemic was exacerbating inequality throughout the world by hitting hardest those without a social safety net in developing countries while central bank asset purchases in advanced countries benefit the richest.
ACP, inspector among 12 cops infected by coronavirus
The novel coronavirus continues to spread among city cops, with an assistant commissioner of police (ACP), an inspector and10 lower-ranked officerstesting positive.
Salon owner dies while awaiting Covid-19 test result
A 45-year-old salon owner with pneumonia, who waited in vain for over four days for his Covid-19 test to arrive, died on Tuesday night. The report finally arrived on Wednesday morning, some 10 hours after death, showing that he was infected with the virus.
Death toll due to Covid-19 in Bihar reaches 73; tally stands at 10,204: Health department official
Total number of confirmed positive cases in India reaches 6,04,678; death toll stands at 17,840 as of July 1
HRTC to start its bus services with 100% seating: Govind Singh Thakur, Transport Minister
Himachal Pradesh Road and Transportation Corporation to start its bus services with 100% seating capacity from tomorrow, nobody will be allowed to stand in buses. Social distancing, wearing of masks and sanitization of buses would be made mandatory: Govind Singh Thakur, Transport Minister
Covid-19 night curfew: Get home before 8 pm, says Karnataka Home Minister Bommai
Enforcement of the night curfew will be strict and office-goers should ensure they reach home before 8 pm, Home Minister Basavaraj Bommai said Wednesday.
From July 27, schools will reopen for teachers and non-academic staff only in Haryana and students will not attend schools: State Education Minister Kanwar Pal (ANI)
Total number of confirmed positive cases in India reaches 6,02,982; death toll stands at 17,805 as of July 1
Seperate place on outskirts for burying Covid-19 victims in Bengaluru: Karnataka Health Minister B Sriramulu
Bodies of Covid-19 victims here would not be laid to rest in burial grounds in the city and a separate place will be earmarked on the outskirts in the backdrop of safety concerns raised by public, Karnataka Health Minister B Sriramulu said on Wednesday.
Maharashtra reports over 5.500 cases in 24 hours
2243 patients discharged today; 93,154 Covid-19 patients discharged after full recovery
until today; Recovery rate in the state is 51.67% in the state.
5537 new cases in the state today
Today, 198 Covid-19 deaths reported in the state; Out of these, 69 deaths occurred in
the last 48 hours and rest 129 are from the previous period. Case fatality rate in the
state: 4.47%
Out of 9,92,723 laboratory samples, 1,80,298 have been tested positive (18.16%) for
Covid-19 until today.
Currently, 6,08,660 people are under home quarantine and 38,396 people are in institutional
quarantine.
Delhi reports 2442 new Covid-19 cases and 61 deaths today. Total number of cases rise to 89802 including 27007 active cases, 59992 recovered/discharged/migrated cases and 2803 deaths: Delhi Govt
West Bengal reports 611 new cases
Coronavirus case count in Mumbai's Dharavi area at 2,282 with 14 new patients coming to light: civic body (PTI)
Karnataka reports 1272 new Covid-19 positive cases including 735 cases from Bengaluru Urban, taking the total number of cases to 16514. Death toll rises to 253 after 7 deaths were reported today: State Health Department
Free grains reach to only 2.14 crore migrants across India; no beneficiaries in Goa, Telangana
The government distributed free food grains to 2.14 crore migrant labourers with no ration cards in May and June, but none have been covered in Goa and Telangana, the Union Food Ministry said on Wednesday.
ICMR asks states and Union Territories to increase testing
Health Secretary Preeti Sudan and ICMR DG Dr. Balram Bhargava write to states and Union Territories to increase testing. Letter states, "It is strongly advised that you should take all possible steps to ensure full capacity utilization of all Covid-19 testing laboratories in the State/UT."
151 new Covid-19 positive cases in Kerala
151 new Covid-19 positive cases and 131 recoveries have been reported in Kerala today. Total positive cases stand at 4593 including 2130 active cases. There are 124 Covid-19 hotspots in the state: CM Pinarayi Vijayan
Tamil Nadu reports 3,882 new Covid-19 positive cases
Tamil Nadu reports 3,882 new Covid-19 positive cases, 2,852 discharges and 63 deaths today. Total number of cases rise to 94,049 including 39,856 active cases, 52,926 discharges and 1,264 deaths: State Health Department
Physical distancing over six feet may be essential to prevent Covid-19 transmission, says study
Respiratory droplets travel between eight to 13 feet before they evaporate or escape, without wind and depending on the ambient condition, according to Indian researchers who suggest that physical distancing greater than six feet may be essential to avoid Covid-19 transmission.
Here are a few myth-busters on Covid-19
Covid-19 situation brought under control with joint efforts of Delhi and central government: CM Arvind Kejriwal
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday said the Covid-19 situation has been brought under control for now with the "combined efforts" of Delhi government, Centre and other organisations, but cautioned people against any lapse in social and personal behaviour that may again lead to a rise in cases.
Home Minister Amit Shah is chairing a meeting on Covid-19 situation in his office. Health Minister Dr Harshavardhan, the Cabinet Secretary and other top officials are attending the meeting. (ANI)
Kerala govt announces 25% hike in fares of state-run and pvt buses as interim measure
Kerala govt announces 25% hike in fares of state-run and pvt buses as interim measure to help public transport system tide over Covid-19 crisis; Transport Minister A K Saseendran says minimum charge would remain Rs 8, but fare would be calculated for first 2.5 km instead of 5 km
Patanjali can sell its drug but not as 'cure' to Covid-19
Yoga guru Ramdev’s Patanjali Ayurved on Wednesday said there are no AYUSH Ministry restrictions on selling Coronil, a drug the company recently launched as a medicine for COVID-19 but is now calling it a product to “manage” the disease.
The announcements made by the Prime Minister yesterday are totally inadequate: CPI(M)
The announcements made by the Prime Minister yesterday are totally inadequate to meet the crisis of survival and livelihood being faced by crores of our people. The provision of 5 kg of foodgrains and 1 kg of pulses is grossly inadequate to meet the survival needs of the people who have been deprived of their livelihood or food for over three months. 10 kg of foodgrain per individual per month for a period of six months is the minimum that needs to be ensured: CPI(M) on PM Modi's announcement
The greatest tribute that we can pay to our health care workers is to provide them all possible support in battling this pandemic: Rahul Gandhi
We salute all doctors for their great service to mankind. I would also like to thank all the healthcare & ASHA workers.: Shri D K Shivakumar
Parents of NEET candidates in Middle East countries have filed a plea in Supreme Court, seeking direction to govt to set up examination centres in Middle East countries or postpone examination in view of Covid-19.
In Pics: Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal visits Commonwealth Games Village Sports Complex which has been converted into a COVID care centre
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal visits Commonwealth Games Village Sports Complex which has been converted into a COVID care centre. He says, "Around 500 beds have been set up here. The centre will be linked to LNJP Hospital and has separate wards for male & female patients." (ANI)
Doctor’s Day: Is telemedicine here to stay, post Covid-19?
In the midst of the swirling storm of coronavirus, some aspects of everyday life, predominantly healthcare, are witnessing a paradigm shift. Telemedicine, for instance, has been gathering momentum like never before. Virtual consultations are the new norm helping doctors and patients avoid the risks of the pandemic not to mention the wait at the hospitals.
Another Covid-19 wave could result in loss of 340 million full-time jobs: ILO
Unlock 2.0: Guidelines issues by the govt for 'new normal'
PM Gareeb Kalyan Anna Yojana providing 'Food For All': BJP Karnataka
"PM Gareeb Kalyan Anna Yojana providing 'Food For All' during COVID crisis.Supply of foodgrains and pulses have remained uninterrupted during the lockdown, with 116.02 lakh MT foodgrains and 5.58 lakh MT pulses received by the states/UTs so far," says BJP Karnataka.
Ventilator models BEL and AgVa supplied to the States/ UTs are complying with the requirements as per the specifications laid down by the Technical Committee: MoHFW
A view of railway coach that has been converted into an isolation centre for the treatment of COVID-19 patients, at Anand Vihar Railway Station, in New Delhi, Wednesday, July 1, 2020. (PTI Photo)
Easing of restrictions announced by BrihanMumbai Municipal Corporation
Days after stating that community transmission of coronavirus might have set in Goa, CM Pramod Sawant retracts his statement.
The Union Public Service Commission will be conducting the Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination, 2020 on October 4, 2020 (Sunday) all over India
Section 144 imposed in Mumbai by Commissioner of Police Pranaya Ashok, prohibiting any presence or movement of one or more persons in public places or gathering of any sort anywhere, including religious places subject to certain conditions.
657 fresh Covid-19 cases and 6 deaths recorded in Andhra Pradesh in the last 24 hours, taking total number of cases to 15,252 and death toll to 193. There are 8,071 active cases of the infection: State Health Department
COVID-19 situation in Delhi is not "terrible" as predicted one month ago, says Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal
The situation is improving in Delhi in the last few days. However, there is no room for complacency. This virus is unpredictable. We must continue our efforts with more vigour, saidDelhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal.
It was predicted that by 30th June Delhi would have 1 lakh cases out of which 60,000 would be active cases but today we only have 26,000 active cases. This is the result of everyone’s hard work. We have been able to control the situation, he added.
We've increased the number of tests. There is a good indication, earlier around 31 out of 100 people whose samples were collected tested positive for coronavirus. Today, 13 out of 100 people test positive,saidKejriwal.
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Patanjali claims that "COVID-19 patients group that received its medicines, showed 67% recovery in 3 days & 100% recovery in 7 days of treatment, that is, all 45 patients became COVID negative"
Patanjali also said that all clinical trial documents have been shared with AYUSH Ministry.
78 COVID-19 cases and 12 recoveries reported in Rajasthan today, as of 10:30 am. Total number of cases in the state is now at 18,092, including 3,447 active cases, & 413 deaths: State Health Department
251 more Covid-19 cases & 243 recoveries reported in Odisha on 30th June (yesterday). Total number of cases in the state at 7,316, including 5,189 recovered & 2,094 active cases: State Government
Record 507 Covid-19 deaths in single day in India; 18,653 new cases
The number of activecasesstands at 2,20,114, while 3,47,978 people have recovered, and one patient has migrated, according to the updated data at 8 am.
3,47,979 people affected with coronavirus recovered in the country so far. Recovery rate reaches 59.43% .
507 deaths and 18,653 new Covid-19 cases in the last 24 hours; Positive cases in India stand at 5,85,493 including 2,20,114 active cases, 3,47,979 cured/discharged/migrated & 17,400 deaths: Ministry of Health & Family Welfare
Mumbai's Lalbaughcha Raja Ganeshotsav Mandal has decided not to hold Ganeshotsav this time in wake of Covid-19 pandemic. A blood & plasma donation camp will be set up in its place: Lalbaughcha Raja Ganeshotsav Mandal
West Bengal urges Centre not to schedule flights from 8 cities with high Covid-19 cases
"West Bengal is also witnessing a steep rise in cases. A large number of cases has been reported from people coming (to) the state from outside with infection. The government of West Bengal has decided to stop or curtail movement of incoming flights and trains into the state,"West Bengal Chief Secretary Rajiva Sinhawrote in the letterto Civil Aviation Secretary P S Kharola.
Karnataka ICU patient data shows 22 missing Covid-19 cases
Shortly after Unlock 1.0, as the number of Covid-19 cases started to increase, health officials stopped disclosing details about critically ill patients in ICUs across the state. Now, an analysis has revealed that the fate of 22 ICU patients is unknown.
Death in the time of Covid-19
These are strange times.Not a day goes by with deaths taking place due to the deadly Coronavirus.There are deaths caused by other ailments too. With travel and other restrictions in force, many are left to die alone with funerals being low-key affairs, causing immense distress to family members.
Wrong to withhold Covid-19 test result
Karnataka has done well thus far in managing the Covid-19 crisis - even Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded the efforts of the state government machinery in fighting the deadly disease.
Respect our healthcare workers
Today is July 1, and every year this day is observed as National Doctors’ Day to express gratitude and acknowledge the dedication and commitment of the doctors’ towards our society. The observance of the day honours legendary physician and West Bengal’s second Chief Minister, Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy whose birth and death anniversary coincides on the same day.
Covid-19: Senior citizens, the worst sufferers
Who are the worst sufferers in the current Covid-19 situation? The plight of migrant workers is all too well known and has attracted a lot of media attention.
'They want to kill me’: Many Covid-19 patients have delirium
Kim Victory was paralyzed on a bed and being burned alive. Just in time, someone rescued her, but suddenly, she was turned into an ice sculpture on a fancy cruise ship buffet. Next, she was a subject of an experiment in a lab in Japan. Then she was being attacked by cats.
BU students protest against vacating hostel for Covid-19 care
Hundreds of Bangalore University students staying at the hostels on theJnana Bharathicampus staged a protest on Tuesday after being told to vacate rooms to set up Covid-19 care centres (CCC).
Assam records highest single-day spike of 613 cases, tally crosses 8,000-mark
Assam recorded its highest single-day spike of 613 fresh Covid-19 cases on Tuesday, with the state's tally crossing the 8,000-mark and the death toll rising to 12, Health Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said.
Night curfew: No BMTC buses from 8 pm to 6 am
Aligning its services with the state government's night curfew, the BMTC has limited the trips in each zone with depot managers told to completely halt operations of buses between 8 pm and 6 am.
Most people with coronavirus won’t spread it, why do few infect many?
In Italy, for example, scientists looked at stored samples of wastewater for the earliest trace of the virus. Last week they reported that the virus was in Turin and Milan as early as Dec. 18. But two months would pass before northern Italy’s hospitals began filling with victims of Covid-19. So those December viruses seem to have petered out.
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63 new Covid-19 cases have been reported in Chhattisgarh today. The total number of cases rise to 2,858 including 595 active cases, 2,250 discharged cases and 13 deaths: State Health Department.
Delhi reports 2199 new Covid-19 cases and 62 deaths today.
Delhi reports 2199 new Covid-19 cases and 62 deaths today. Total number of cases stands at 87360 including 5,834 recovered/discharged/migrated cases, 26,270 active cases and 2,742 deaths. 9,585 RTPCR Tests and 7,594 Rapid antigen tests conducted today;total of 5,31,752 tests have been done so far.
Didn’t promote Covid-19 cure, just shared trial results, claims Patanjali
Patanjali Ayurved last week launched a drug called “Coronil”, claiming that it had cured within a week all Covid-19 patients who took part in a trial conducted at the privately-run National Institute of Medical Sciences in Jaipur.
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WHO director says relaxing Covid-19 measures too soon can bring renewed surge
Countries, states and cities that relax restrictions too soon can be flooded with new Covid-19 cases, the World Health Organization's regional director for the Americas, Carissa Etienne, warned on Tuesday in a virtual briefing from Washington.
In the United States, Washington state and New York are seeing very low numbers of new cases and deaths, but 27 other states are reporting exponential growth, she said. The Americas region reported 5.1 million cases and more than 247,000 deaths due to Covid-19 as of June 29. (Reuters)
338 new Covid-19 positive cases have been reported in the state today; taking the total number of cases to 14,548. Death toll rises to 236 after 4 deaths were reported today: Haryana Health Department.
Parents move SC for regulating fees during lockdown
A group of parents has approached the Supreme Court seeking a direction to the Centre and States to ensure all the private and unaided schools do not charge any fees from the students from April 1 till the commencement of physical classes, suspended due to the lockdown imposed to contain Covid-19 pandemic.
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945 Covid-19 cases, 1,712 discharged and 7 deaths reported in Telangana today. Total number of cases in the state is now at 16,339, including 8,785 active cases, 7,294 discharged and 260 deaths: State Health Department.
260 new Covid-19 positive cases have been reported in Jammu and Kashmir today, 32 from Jammu division and 228 from Kashmir division. The total number of cases stands at 7,497 including 2,674 actives cases, 4,722 recoveries, and 101 deaths: Government of Jammu and Kashmir.
Maharashtra reports 245 deaths and 4,878 new Covid-19 positive cases today
Maharashtra reports 245 deaths and 4,878 new Covid-19 positive cases today. Out of 245 deaths, 95 occurred in the last 48 hours and 150 from the previous period. The total number of cases in the state reaches 1,74,761 including 75,979 active cases: State Health Department.
In the last 24 hours, 620 fresh Covid-19 positive cases and 20 deaths have been reported in Gujarat. State tally rises to 32,446 including 23,670 cured/discharged and 1,848 deaths: State Health Department.
West Bengal records the highest single-day spike in Covid-19 cases with 652 cases in 24 hours. Total cases: 18,559. Active cases: 5,761. 15 deaths in the last 24 hours. Total deaths: 668. Discharged: 12,130. Samples tested: 4,88,038.
Punjab reports 150 new Covid-19 positive cases and 6 deaths today. The total number of cases rises to 5,568 and death toll is at 144: State Health Department.
Sunday lockdown in Karnataka till August 2; marriages will be allowed: Govt
Marriages already fixed on Sundays will be allowed as per guidelines, Chief Secretary TM Vijay Bhaskar said in the order. The guidelines say that the number of guests should not exceed 50 in marriage-related gatherings.
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Karnataka reports 947 new Covid-19 positive cases including 503 cases from Bengaluru Urban, taking the total number of cases to 15,242. Death toll rises to 246 after 20 deaths were reported today: State Health Department.
We need to be more careful, increasing negligence is a cause of worry, says PM Narendra Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday lamented the increase in negligence in personal and social behaviour since 'Unlock-1' from June one when coronavirus lockdown curbs were eased, and said no one is above law in India be it a village pradhan or the head of the government.
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From the Newsroom: PM Modi addresses the nation; Rahul Gandhi takes a jibe at BJP
In today's episode, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extends the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana for 80 crore people across the country till end of November, Rahul Gandhi takes a swipe at the BJP over the rising imports from China, a UN report says that India accounts for 45.8 million missing females and Some members of actor Aamir Khan’s staff have tested positive for coronavirus.
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131 persons have tested positive for Covid-19 in the state today. The Number of active cases stand at 2,112, total 2,304 have recovered till now: Kerala Health Department.
3,943 fresh Covid-19 positive cases and 60 deaths have been reported in Tamil Nadu today. The total number of cases rise to 90,167 including 38,889 active cases, 50,074 discharged cases and 1,201 deaths: State Health Department.
4,861 police personnel of Maharashtra Police tested positive for Covid-19. Of these 3,699 have recovered & 59 have tragically succumbed: Anil Deshmukh, Maharashtra Home Minister.
The total number of Covid-19 positive cases in Chandigarh stands at 440; the death toll is at 6. There are 70 active cases now: Health Department, Chandigarh.
Today, if the government is able to provide free food grains to the poor & the needy, the credit goes to two sections. First, the hardworking farmers of our country and second, the honest taxpayers. I thank you from my heart: PM Modi
We are entering Unlock 2 and the season of cough, fever and cold is also about to start. In such a situation, I urge countrymen to take care of themselves: PM Modi on Covid-19.
In comparison to other countries across the globe, India is still in a very stable situation, in the battle against Covid-19. Timely decisions and measures have played a great role: Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Ever since Unlock 1 started in the country, negligence in personal and social behaviour has been increasing. Earlier, we were more cautious about the use of masks, 'do gaj doori' and washing hands several times a day for 20 seconds: PM Modi.
We never told the medicine (coronil) can cure or control corona, we said that we had made medicines and used them in clinical controlled trial which cured corona patients. There is no confusion in it: Acharya Balkrishna, CEO Patanjali.
The ICMR study on plasma therapy (PLACID Trial) is still ongoing. Sample size is 452. An interim analysis of 300 patients has not been conducted. The results will be shared on completion of the study from a scientific perspective: ICMR.
29 more BSF jawans test positive for Covid-19 in Odisha
The 29 who tested positive for the virus in Malkangiri had returned from Bihar, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Tripura, Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal, Malkangiri District Collector Manish Agarwal said.
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Covid-19 peak linked to consistent decline in daily toll, says public health care expert
President of Public Health Foundation of India Prof. K Srinath Reddy said the country is seeing greater spread of the virus because of increase in testing rates, and mobility and mixing of people post the Covid-19-induced lockdown.
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6 Pakistani players cleared for England after 2nd negative virus test
Six Pakistan cricketers, including former captain Mohammad Hafeez, have been cleared to join rest of the team in England after returning a second negative result in Covid-19 tests, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) said on Tuesday.
HC declines to entertain plea seeking free Covid-19 testing, treatment for all at pvt labs, hospitals
The Delhi High Court Tuesday declined to entertain a plea seeking free of cost Covid-19 testing and treatment at all private labs and hospitals in the national capital for everyone, rich or poor, saying PILs should be filed with "some responsibility".
Rs 933 cr distributed to 28,000 MSMEs in Assam under PM Modi's Covid-19 package: Sarbananda Sonowal
Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Tuesday said Rs 933 crore have been provided as assistance to 28,000 MSME units in the state under the Rs 3,00,000 crore package announced for the sector by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Covid-19 peak linked to consistent decline in daily toll, says public health care expert
Only when the daily death toll due to coronavirus comes down consistently can one say for sure that Covid-19 has peaked in India, a prominent public health care expert said on Tuesday.
Delhi’s Jama Masjid to reopen on July 4: Shahi Imam
The historic Jama Masjid, which had closed earlier this month due to a surge in Covid-19 cases in the city, will reopen for congregational prayers (namaz) from July 4, Shahi Imam of the mosque Syed Ahmed Bukhari said on Tuesday.
12th coronavirus-linked death in Jammu, J&K toll at 96
An 85-year-old coronavirus positive woman died at Government Medical College (GMC) hospital here on Tuesday, raising the toll related to Covid-19 to 96 in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said.
Post-Covid-19, more in West see China as major power: Study
The coronavirus pandemic has led a growing number of Westerners to see China as a top power, with the lead of the United States slipping, a study said Tuesday.
704 Covid-19 cases & 7 deaths reported in Andhra Pradesh in the last 24 hours. Total number of cases in the state is now at 14595, including 7897 active cases, 6511 discharged & 187 deaths: State's CovidControl Room - ANI
Aamir Khan's staff tests positive for Covid-19
Superstar Aamir Khan on Tuesday said that some members in his staff have tested positive for coronavirus.
Changes in military recruiting may endure after coronavirus pandemic
Covid-19 has had a dramatic impact on military recruiting, closing enlistment stations and forcing thousands of recruiters to woo potential soldiers online, or even on their front steps.
UP govt deferring Covid-19 tests, making it difficult to assess current situation: Akhilesh Yadav
The Uttar Pradesh government is avoiding Covid-19 tests, making it difficult to assess the current situation in the state, Samajwadi Party supremo Akhilesh Yadav claimed.
Over a crore benefitted from Shiv Bhojan scheme: CM
Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray on Tuesday said more than one crore people have so far benefitted from the state government's 'Shiv Bhojan' thali scheme, which was started in January this year to serve a full meal to the poor at Rs 10.
Mangaluru's Lady Goschen Govt Hospital to remain closed till July 5
As a majority of the doctors and staff at Lady Goschen Government Hospital in Mangaluru are quarantined after coming in contact with a Covid-19 infected person, the in-patient and out-patient wing of the hospital will remain closed till July 5.
Delhi HC considering contempt proceedings against DU for withholding info on deferment of online exam
The Delhi High Court has asked the Delhi University why contempt proceedings be not initiated against it and its officers for trying to mislead the court by withholding information on deferment of the online open book exams.
West Bengal mulls introduction of chapter on coronavirus in school curriculum
In a bid to make students aware of Covid-19, the West Bengal education department is considering introducing a chapter on the deadly virus in the school curriculum from 2021, an official said on Tuesday.
Flight carrying 144 students stranded in Ukraine arrives in Madhya Pradesh
A special Air India flight carrying 144 Indian students, who were stranded in Ukraine due to coronavirus-relatedrestrictions, landed at the Indore airport in Madhya Pradesh on Tuesday morning, an official said.
The challenges of Covid-19 pandemic for queer youth
As young people continue to adjust to the pandemic, some are dealing with increasedanxietyand stress. For those who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning, there may be additionalchallengesandrisksresulting from limited access to community support, lack of in-school counselling and, in some cases, the difficult circumstances of quarantining with unsupportive family members.
18,522 fresh cases take India's Covid-19 tally to over 5.6 lakh
With18,522people testing positive for Covid-19 in a single day, India's case count reached 5,66,840 on Tuesday while the death toll rose to 16,893with 418 new fatalities, according to the Union Health Ministry data.
Coronavirus puts millions more at risk of child marriage and FGM - UN
The coronavirus pandemic is reversing progress on ending child marriage and female genital mutilation (FGM), jeopardising the futures of millions of girls, a senior U.N. official said on Tuesday.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk calls on workers to help company break even in second quarter
Tesla Inc chief Elon Musk in an internal email called on employees to work hard to allow the electric car maker to break even in the second quarter despite the coronavirus pandemic.
Mumbai-based group trains workers how to handle Covid-19 victims' bodies
At a time when the battle against Covid-19 has gained multiple dimensions, a Mumbai-based group is showing the way how to handle bodies in burial grounds.
The total number of samples tested up to 29 June is 86,08,654 of which 2,10,292 samples were tested yesterday: Indian Council of Medical Research
China reports 19 new Covid-19 cases, 7 in Beijing
China on Tuesday reported 19 new coronavirus cases in the mainland for June 29, up from 12 a day earlier, the health authority said. There were no new deaths.
India's first Covid-19 vaccine by Bharat Biotech gets DCGI nod for human clinical trials
The country's 'first' indigenous Covid-19 vaccine COVAXIN, developed by city-based Bharat Biotech in collaboration with ICMR and NIV, has got the nod for human clinical trials from the Drug Controller General of India, the company said on Monday.
First coronavirus drug Remdesivir gets a price tag
Remdesivir, the first drug shown to be effective against the coronavirus, will be distributed under an unusual agreement with the federal government that establishes nonnegotiable prices and prioritizes American patients, health officials announced Monday.
US recovery depends on containing virus: Fed's Powell
The US economy started to rebound earlier than expected, but the recovery will depend on containing the coronavirus and on government efforts to provide support, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said Monday.
Tentacles on cells may help coronavirus spread to other cells; risk not significantly higher in people with HIV
Here aresome of the latest scientific studies on the novel coronavirus and efforts to find treatments and vaccines for Covid-19, the illness caused by the virus.
The Lead: Students and uncertainty over exams amid Covid-19 pandemic
In this episode, DH Journalist Varsha Gowda talks to Dr Ali Khwaja, who assuages students feeling that have been marred with the uncertainties of the pandemic.
Busy public places make BBMP West Zone a big Covid hotspot
The BBMP’s western zone is the new Covid-19 hotspot with 212 cases, 17 deaths, and over 100 containment zones as of Sunday. The zone consists of some of the densely populated areas in northern and western Bengaluru.
Received less calls regarding crimes against women during Covid-19 lockdown period: DCW
The Delhi Commission for Women (DCW) received 34,454 complaints during the coronavirus pandemic on its 181 helpline and "observed a decrease" in the number of calls related to crimes against women.
KSRTC to stamp passengers' hand after thermal screening
To instil confidence among its commuters, the Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) has decided to stamp the hand of all passengers before they are allowed to board the buses.
BMTC sends all employees aged above 50 years on leave due to Covid-19 pandemic
To ensure the safety of its employees who move nearly 10 lakh commuters every day in Bengaluru, the city bus operator BMTC has decided to send on leave all the employees aged above 50 years and who have serious ailments.
Countries complaining about contact tracing are 'lame': WHO
The head of the World Health Organization on Monday dismissed complaints from countries complaining that contact tracing is too difficult to implement as a control strategy for the coronavirus pandemic as “lame.”
After six months, worst of covid-19 pandemic 'yet to come': WHO
Six months since the new coronavirus outbreak, the pandemic is still far from over, the World Health Organization said Monday, warning that "the worst is yet to come".
US CDC reports 2,545,250 coronavirus cases
The USCenters for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Monday reported 2,545,250 cases of new coronavirus, an increase of 41,075 cases from its previous count, and said that the number of deaths had risen by 885 to 126,369.
Govt prepared to tackle Covid crisis, assures CM Yediyurappa
Comparing Karnataka's Covid-19 numbers with the other states, Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa said there was no reason to panic and that the government was prepared to tackle the pandemic.
WHO sending team to China to investigate origins of coronavirus
The World Health Organization is sending a team to China next week to investigate the origins of the novel coronavirus, its head Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus told a briefing on Monday.
The United States, the WHO's largest critic which has said it is leaving the U.N. agency, has called for an investigation into the origin of the coronavirus.
Bengaluru to be disinfected with mist cannons
In its efforts to control the spread of Covid-19, BBMP introduced mist cannon spraying machines on Monday.
Revenue Minister R Ashoka, thethird Covid-19 in-charge for Karnataka, inaugurated the machine that will spraydisinfectant into the ar. The machines, which will be taken around the city, can spray disinfectants up to50 meters.
9 hospitals refuse to treat Covid-19 positive patient
A 45-year-old hardware dealer who tested positive for Covid-19 on June26 was refused treatmentby nine city hospitals, many of which areon the new impanelled list of institutions obligated to provide care.
Bihar reports highest single-day spike of 394 Covid-19 cases; tally now 9,618: State health department
Assam reports 302 new Covid-19 cases
302 new Covid-19positive cases detected in Assam on 29th June. Out of these, 172 cases were reported from Guwahati City in last 24 hours. Total cases 7794, recovered 5333, active cases 2447, deaths 11: State Health Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma
Delhi Covid-19 Update- June 29
Fresh Cases 2084
Total 85161
In June: 65497 (76.90% of total)
Deaths 57
Total 2680
Discharged 3628
Total 56235
Under treatment 26246 (16329 in home isolation)
Samples tested 514573 (16517 fresh samples; 27089/million)
Amid search for virus origin, WHO to send team to China 'next week'
The total number of containment zones in Delhi is now 440; total 91 zones have been de-contained till date: Delhi Government
Domestic flights and passenger trains have already been allowed in a limited manner. Their operations will be further expanded in a calibrated manner.
Training institutions of Central & State govts outside containment zones, will be allowed to function from July 15, for which Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) will be issued by Dept of Personnel & Training.
Night Curfew shall continue to remain in force, between 10 pm and 5 am, except for essential activities and other relaxations
Ministry of Home Affairs has issued guideline for Unlock 2.0. Lockdown will continue in containment zones till July 31.
*Schools, colleges, education institutions will remain closed till July 31.
*International air travel not allowed, except permitted by MHA
*Metro rail services will not be allowed
*Cinema halls, gyms, swimming polls, entertainment parks, theatres and other public venues to remain closed
*Social/political/sports gatherings not permitted
Centre allows export of Covid-19 PPE medical coveralls; monthly quota fixed at 50 lakh units
The government on Monday lifted the ban on the export of personal protection equipment, a move that was welcomed by domestic manufacturers who had ramped up production leading to a glut.
Delhi reports 2084 new Covid-19 positive cases
Delhi reports 2084 new Covid-19 positive cases and 57 deaths today. Total number of cases stands at 85161 including 26246 active cases, 56235 recovered/discharged/migrated cases and 2680 deaths: Delhi Government
Door to door survey will be done first in containment zones on priority basis by July 6 (date extended as numbers of containment zones has increased to 435). This will be followed by door to door survey in entire national capital, says MHA.
Karnataka reports 1105 Covid-19 cases today, with 6382 active cases and 19 Covid-19 deaths
Karnataka reported marginally lesser cases than yesterday with 1,105 new infections. On Sunday, it reported 1,267 cases. Bengaluru continues to be the top contributor with 738 cases. The city reported 783 cases yesterday.
Himachal Pradesh Government extends till August 31, 2020, the tenure of its medical officers, faculty members, and paramedical staff who are due to retire on June 30, 2020.
Covid-19 lockdown till July 31 across the state; intensified lockdown in Chennai, Madurai & parts of Chengalpattu, Kanchipuram, and Tiruvallur districts extended till July 5. Ban on public transport even inside districts banned from July 1 to 15.
COVID-19 tally in Mumbai slum colony Dharavi rises to 2,262 with 17 new cases; one fresh death takes toll to 82: BMC official
Gujarat records yet another record one-day spike with 626 new cases, tally rises to 32,023. Death toll mounts to 1,828 with 19 more deaths. Number of discharged patients grows to 23,248 while total tests done so far stands at 3,67,739
West Bengal records highest single day spike with 624 fresh Covid-19 cases
Total cases:17907. Active cases:5535. 14 deaths in 24 hours. Deaths: 653. Discharged: 11719. Samples tested: 478419
Half of beds in Bengaluru private hospitals for Covid-19 treatment
Private hospitals in Bengaluru on Monday agreed to provide 50% of their beds to the government for Covid-19 treatment. An additional 2,500 beds will be made available because of this.
103-year-old discharged after recovering from Covid-19
A 103-year-old man was on Monday discharged from a hospital here in Maharashtra after recovering from COVID-19 disease, the doctor who treated him said. According to Dr Sameet Sohoni, the 85-year-old brother of the 103-year-old is also on the path of recovery from the viral infection and will be discharged soon.
Maharashtra CM launches world's largest convalescent plasma project
In a major initiative to combat Covid-19 pandemic, the Maharashtra government on Monday launched Project Platina - that is being described as the world's largest plasma therapy trial.
Maharashtra reports 181 deaths and 5257 new Covid-19 positive cases today
Out of 181 deaths, 78 occurred in the last 48 hours and 103 from the previous period. The total number of cases in the state reaches 169883 including 73298 active cases: State Health Department
Total number of confirmed positive cases in India reaches 5,55,340; death toll stands at 16,570
Nagaland government has extended lockdown in the state till July 15 to contain the spread of Covid-19: Official spokesperson
The existing guidelines with regard to the lockdown in all parts of the state issued under the order dated May 4, subject to relaxations issued, shall continue to remain operative in Nagaland till 15th July 2020: Government of Nagaland
Uttarakhand reports 8 new Covid-19 positive cases, taking the total number of cases in the State to 2,831: State Health Department
Punjab reports 202 fresh Covid-19 positive cases, taking the total of cases to 5418. Death toll rises to 138 after 5 deaths were reported today. Total 3764 patients discharged till date: State Health Department
Odisha Govt allows home delivery of Out Still (OS) liquor & ENA based Country Liquor (CL) by licensee himself or his authorized representative (except those situated in containment zones); between 7 am to 6 pm subject to compliance of lockdown orders issued by local authorities.
COVID-19 recovery rate improves from 58.56% to 58.67%; 12,010 patients recovered in last 24 hours. Representative image/Credit: PTI Photo
Traffic jam on Western Express Highway at Jogeshwari, during unlock 1.0, in Mumbai, Monday, June 29, 2020. Maharashtra government on Monday said the lockdown in the state is being extended till July 31. Credit: PTI Photo
Mumbai: 17 new Covid-19 positive cases & 1 death reported from Dharavi
17 new Covid-19 positive cases & 1 death reported from Dharavi area of Mumbai today, taking the total number of cases to 2262 and death toll to 82. There are 598 active cases now: Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC)
WATCH | Uttarakhand Congress leader Suryakant Dhasmana on his "Lord Krishna sent Corona" remark
"I give example of Krishna everywhere and I just said did corona come without the will of God? Whatever happens in this world happens under watch of God," saidUttarakhand Congress leader Suryakant Dhasmana on his "Lord Krishna sent Corona" remark. (ANI)
4 more personnel of Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) tested positive for Covid-19 in the last 24 hours. There are total 81 active cases & 236 have recovered till date: Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP)
4 more personnel of Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) tested positive for Covid-19 in the last 24 hours. There are total 81 active cases & 236 have recovered till date: Indo-Tibetan Border Police
Lucknow District Court to remain closed for two days after detection of a Covid-19 case today. The Court will reopen after sanitization activities are undertaken.
Maharashtra Govt extends coronavirus lockdown till July 31
Maharashtra government on Monday said the lockdown in the state is being extended till July 31. The current lockdown was to end on June 30. Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray had on Sunday ruled out lifting the lockdown from that date.
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Kerala Covid-19 Updates - June 29
TN native who died in Kerala on June 24 found Covid-19 infected; 121 more fresh cases, while 79 recovers
Total infected so far: 4311
Now under treatment : 2057
Recovered so far :2229
23 died
121 fresh cases today
79 recovered today
1,80,617 in home and institutional quarantine
2,057 in hospital observation
2,24,777 routine samples tested so far
2,774 results pending
121 persons tested positive for Covid-19 today, taking the total number of cases to 4311. The number of active cases stands at 2057: Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan
Tamil Nadu reports 3949 new Covid-19 positive cases and 62 deaths today. Total number of cases stands at 86,224 including 47,749 discharges, 37331 active cases and 1141 deaths: State Health Department
Yet again, wearing mask made compulsory according to a BMC circular
The total number of positive Covid-19 cases in Himachal Pradesh stands at 919, including 363 active cases, 536 recoveries and 7 deaths: State Health Department
Total number of confirmed positive cases in India reaches 5,50,968; death toll stands at 16,503
Partial Metro services for emergency service workers may start in Kolkata
Kolkata Metro Rail authorities have informed the West Bengal government that they will only be able to resume partial service in the city for workers in the essential services said Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Monday.
"Our health infra is fully prepared to tackle Covid-19, but we put equal emphasis on effective prevention from virus too. Social distancing, safe practices & masks are best ways to fight the pandemic. However, we feel, procuring masks may not be feasible for many," said Mamata Banerjee.
West Bengal Govt has therefore decided to procure 3 crore masks which shall be provided absolutely free of cost to school students, 100-day scheme beneficiaries, frontline healthcare workers, police, fire services staff, municipalities, civic volunteers etc, says West Bengal CM.
Our committee did not recommend lockdown… lockdown alone is not the solution to Covid-19 and we cannot be under lockdown forever: WHO chief scientist Soumya Swaminathan after attending meeting of state-constituted expert committee chaired by Tamil Nadu CM Edappadi K Palaniswami
We have declared 1st July which is Doctor's day as state holiday to pay gratitude to doctors, nurses & others who are working as frontline warriors. I request Centre to declare it as a national holiday in respect of front line warriors, says West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee
Uttar Pradesh's Covid-19 toll rises to 672 after 12 more fatalities, total number of cases climbs to 22,828 as 685 more people test positive for the disease: Officials
Covid-19 tally in Andhra Pradesh spirals to 13,891 with addition of 783 new cases. Eleven more deaths take toll to 180: Government bulletin
All countries are helping their people during the coronavirus crisis. The Centre has hammered the people when the country is facing economic slowdown. No government has hit its people so hard before, says Rajasthan Congress president Sachin Pilot on fuel price hikes
Covid-19: More curbs likely after July 7, says Karnataka
Anticipating a surge in cases in July and August, the government is mulling stringent action against the spread of Covid-19 virus.
Existing restrictions extended in Maharashtra by a month
Here's DH's coronavirus tracker
A doctor checks the temperature of a women at her residence as part of a mobile fever camp on containment zones during a government-imposed nationwide lockdown as a preventive measure against the Covid-19 coronavirus in Chennai.
Coronavirus rekindles global trade disputes
At the start of the year, US-China tensions were easing after their Phase I trade deal, while Washington, Brussels and Tokyo agreed on new global trading rules to curb subsidies. A relative calm had set in. Then the new coronavirus struck.
Foreign Secretary Harsh V Shringla held video consultations today with French Secretary General, Ministry of Foreign Affairs on our multi-faceted cooperation with France, exchanges on regional and global issues and Covid-19 pandemic response: Ministry of External Affairs
Haryana to start plasma therapy for treatment of Covid-19 patients in all its medical colleges after approval from ICMR: State Minister Anil Vij
Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa holds a meeting with representatives of private hospitals over Covid-19 treatment, at Vidhana Soudha in Bengaluru.
In the last 24 hours, 685 new Covid-19 positive cases have been reported in the state. There are 6650 active cases, 15506 patients have been discharged so far and 672 patients have succumbed to the infection: Uttar Pradesh Principal Secretary (Health) Amit Mohan Prasad
Complete lockdown in Thane city for 10 days
Concerned District Collector and Commissioners of the Municipal Corporations in the state may enforce certain measures and necessary restrictions in specified local areas on the permitted non-essential activities and movement of persons to control Covid-19, says Maharashtra Government
Maharashtra Government extends lockdown in the state till 31st July
77 police personnel found positive for Covid-19 & two others died in Maharashtra in the last 24 hours, taking the total number of active cases to 1,030 and death toll to 59 in the force: Maharashtra Police
Total number of confirmed positive cases in India reaches 5,49,993; death toll stands at 16,491.
Project Platina, the world's largest plasma therapy trial launched in Maharashtra today
Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray inaugurated the project spearheaded by the Medical Education and Drugs Department. "This trial will help formulate definite treatment guidelines for the entire country in managing serious Covid-19 patients and thus be a milestone in turning a page in this pandemic," Thackeray said.
Centre allows export of Covid-19 PPE medical coveralls; monthly quota fixed at 50 lakh units
Partially relaxing export norms, the government on Monday permitted shipments of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) medical coveralls for Covid-19 with a monthly export quota of 50 lakh units.
Andhra Pradesh reports 793 new cases and 11 deaths in the last 24 hours. Total number of cases rise to 13891 including 7479 active cases, 6232 discharged cases and 180 deaths: State Covid-19 nodal officer - ANI
The gap between recoveries and active cases of COVID19 is 1,11,602 as of today. So far, as many as 3,21,722 patients have been cured. The recovery rate is 58.67% : Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Bengaluru accounts for 25.92% of total Covid-19 cases in Karnataka: K Sudhakar
Karnataka Medical Education Minister K Sudhakar on Monday said Bengaluru now constitutes 25.92 percent of total cases in the state and the government was taking all measures to ensure that every Covid-19 patient gets the best treatment.
Coronavirus has been 'a disaster' for the UK, says PM Boris Johnson
Prime Minister Boris Johnson said the coronavirus crisis had been a disaster for the United Kingdom but that it was not the right time for an inquiry into missteps.
Qatar to further ease coronavirus curbs as infections pass peak
Qatar aims to further ease coronavirus curbs from July 1, allowing the limited reopening of restaurants, beaches and parks, as infections have passed their peak and the rate was subsiding, authorities said.
Puducherry reports 42 new Covid-19 cases, overall tally rises to 690
Puducherry on Monday reported 42 fresh Covid-19 cases taking the overall tally in the union territory to 690, a top Health Department said.
Indian Film Festival of Melbourne rescheduled to October amid Covid-19 pandemic
The Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) has announced that the 2020 edition has been pushed ahead, with dates rescheduled from August to October due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Delhi to set up plasma bank for Covid-19 treatment
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Monday announced setting up of a 'plasma bank' to save lives of serious Covid-19 patients in the national capital.
Scientists develop new method to detect regions at risk of spreading Covid-19
Researchers have developed a new, non-invasive strategy to use data from existing cellular wireless networks to pinpoint potential hotspots for increased Covid-19 spread, an advance that may help contain the pandemic.
Coronavirus rekindles global trade disputes
At the start of the year, US-China tensions were easing after their Phase I trade deal, while Washington, Brussels and Tokyo agreed on new global trading rules to curb subsidies. A relative calm had set in.
Delhi government has decided to start a 'Plasma Bank' in Delhi for treatment of Covid-19 patients: Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal
Pune has over 20,000 coronavirus cases
The Pune district in Maharashtra now has over 20,000 Covid-19 progressive positive cases.
Telangana home minsiter Md Mahmood Ali tests Covid-19 positive, admitted in a private hospital in Hyderabad
Karnataka govt allows resumption of online classes
Giving a reprieve to private schools that were continuing online classes despite the ban order issued by the government, the Education Department on Saturday issued a fresh order allowing schools to continue with online classesforchildren of all classes.
WR to add 40 additional suburban services to the existing 162 services currently plying on WR's Mumbai Suburban section
With effect from 29.06.2020, WR will add 40 additional suburban services to the existing 162 services currently plying on WR's Mumbai Suburban section. Therefore, now total 202 services will be running on WR's suburban section.
The break up of the 40 additional services is as under :-
1) Twenty slow services between CCG-BVI ( 10 in UP direction+ 10 in down direction.
2) Two slow services between BVI- BSR in down direction.
3) Two fast services from BSR - CCG in UP direction.
4) Two slow services in UP direction between VR- BVI .
5) 14 fast services between CCG- VR ( 8 in Down direction and 6 in UP direction).
- Ravinder Bhakar,
CPRO/WR
Total lockdown in Karnataka on Sundays to be from July 5th to August 2nd: K Sudhakar
Australia sees biggest daily rise in Covid-19 cases in two months
Australia's second most populous state said on Monday it is considering reimposing social distancing restrictions after the country reported its biggest one-day rise in new coronavirus infections in more than two months.
Argentina's '86 World Cup coach Bilardo does not have Covid-19: Brother
Argentina's 1986 World Cup-winning coach Carlos Bilardo was diagnosed with Covid-19 by mistake, his brother said Sunday.
West Bengal govt gearing up to market immunity-boosting 'sandesh'
Sweet-loving Bengalis have something to cheer about in Covid-19 time as the West Bengal government decided to come out with a 'sandesh' which will contain honey from Sundarbans and increase immunity.
Half of Tokyo residents oppose Olympics in 2021: poll
Just over half of Tokyo's residents don't think the postponed 2020 Olympics should be held next year, backing either a further delay or outright cancellation because of fears over the coronavirus, according to a poll published Monday.
WHO announces new worldwide daily coronavirus record
The World Health Organization has announced another daily record in the number of new confirmed coronavirus cases across the world - topping over 189,000 in a single 24-hour period.
The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Germany increased by 262 to 193,761, data from the Robert Koch Institute (RKI) for infectious diseases showed on Monday.
The reported death toll rose by four to 8,961, the tally showed.
380 deaths and 19,459 new Covid-19 cases in last 24 hours. Positive cases in India stand at 5,48,318 including 2,10,120 active cases, 3,21,723 cured/discharged/migrated & 16,475 deaths: Ministry of Health & Family Welfare
China reports 12 new Covid-19 cases vs 17 a day earlier
China reported 12 new confirmed Covid-19 cases as of end of June 28, down from 17 reported a day earlier as the country's capital tries to curb a new wave of infections that emerged from a wholesale market in mid-June.
Gold rises as coronavirus concerns lift safe-haven bid
Gold prices rose on Monday as worries over a surge in fresh Covid-19 infections globally dented investor optimism about a swift economic rebound and drove investors towards the safe-haven metal. Spot gold was up 0.2% at $1,773.43 per ounce by 0259 GMT.
Prominent deaths linked to Covid-19
One of the patriarchs of jazz. Libya's rebel prime minister. The Chinese doctor reprimanded for issuing an early warning about the novel coronavirus. Below is a list of some of the prominent people whose deaths were linked toCovid-19.
Global coronavirus deaths cross half a million; Monthly fatality rate greater than malaria, AIDS
The death toll from Covid-19 reached half a million people on Sunday, according to a Reuters tally, a grim milestone for the global pandemic that seems to be resurgent in some countries even as other regions are still grappling with the first wave.
Global coronavirus infections top 10 million amid fears of full-blown second wave
Global infections from the novel coronavirus passed 10 million Sunday, an AFP tally showed, as California ordered bars in LA and some other parts of the state to quell a surge in cases there.
Millions of migrant workers who fled cities don’t want to return
Migrant workers aren’t expected to return to the cities as long as the virus is spreading and work is uncertain. States are rolling out stimulus programs, but India’s economy is hurtling for its first contraction in more than 40 years, and without enough jobs, a volatile political climate gets more so.
Congress says PM CARES Fund accepted Chinese donations, asks why PM Modi is not calling China aggressor
Hitting back at the BJP for raising the issue of funding to Rajiv Gandhi Foundation, the Congress on Sunday alleged that Chinese firms were contributing to PM-CARES Fund and asked why it was accepting such donations at a time when India and China have been engaged in a tense border standoff.
White House blames rise in coronavirus cases on more testing, as experts dispute the claim
Vice President Mike Pence and the nation’s top health official, Alex M. Azar II, continued to assert Sunday that reopenings in many states were not causing the sharp rises in coronavirus cases, but rather that increased testing was uncovering more and more infections.
Two Covid-19 patients booked for hiding travel history
The Padubidri police have filed cases against two Covid-19 patients for not revealing their primary contacts and hiding their travel history.
Whitefield ASI tests Covid-19 positive posthumously
The swab test of a 57-year-old Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) who died two days ago has come out as positive on Sunday morning.
The ASI, attached to the Whitefield police station, was the fourth city policeman to succumb to the deadly infection.
BBMP sets up more Covid Care Centres
Following the increase in the Covid-19 cases, the civic body hashastened the process of arranging beds at the care centres.
Businesses closed for violating Covid-19 lockdown rules
BBMP officials and north division police have closed 70 businesses and filed 14 FIRs, including against bars and restaurants that allowed seating arrangements for their customers despite a dining ban. They also found a few of them violating social-distancing rules in their shops.
Covid-19 death toll climbs to 62 in Bihar; no. of cases 9,224
Bihar reported four more Covid-19 fatalities on Sunday, taking the death toll due to the disease to 62 in the state, while the number of cases shot up to 9,224 with 245 fresh ones, the health department said.
Total Covid-19 cases in Assam rises to 7,492
327 new Covid-19positive cases detected in Assam today. Out of these, 195 cases were reported in Guwahati city in last 24 hours. Total cases 7492, recovered 5088, active cases 2390 and deaths 11: Assam Health Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma
Himachal's Covid-19 case rise to 916
Total number of Covid-19positive cases in Himachal Pradesh are 916 including 378 active cases, 518 recoveries and 7 deaths: State Health Department
221 new Covid-19 cases reported in Madhya Pradesh
221 new Covid-19positive cases and 7 deaths reported in Madhya Pradesh today taking the total number of cases to 13186. There are 2545 active cases in the State. Death toll stands at 557: State Health Department
Telangana reports 983 new Covid-19 cases
Telangana recorded 983 new Covid-19positive cases today, taking the total number of cases to 14,419. Death toll rises to 247 after 4 deaths were reported today. There are 9000 active cases and 5,172 patients have been discharged till date: State Government
Ward boy of civic-run Hindu Rao Hospital dies of Covid-19: Officials
Strengthen primary healthcare
Healthcare facilities that respond effectively to emergencies have a few things in common: trained personnel, connected digital technologies, effective referral and remote support facilities, monitoring and evaluation mechanisms in place with smart and real-time analytics, respectful care, and financial prowess.
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Can Covid-19 damage the brain?
For three months, Chelsea Alionar has struggled with fevers, headaches, dizziness, and brain fog so intense it feels like early dementia. She came down with the worst headache of her life on March 9, then lost her sense of taste and smell. She eventually tested positive for the coronavirus. But her symptoms have been stranger, and lasted longer, than most.
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TN reports highest single day spike of 3,940 new Covid-19 cases
The toll in the state went up to 1,079, while the total number of positive cases climbed to 82,275, the government said in a medical bulletin.
Chief Minister K Palaniswami, while assuring his government was doing its every bit to contain the pandemic, took a dig at DMK chief M K Stalin's statement that the ruling dispensation was not considering his suggestions.
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Future tense: Opportunities in the new normal
Of late (that would be three months to date since the lockdown was announced – and likely to be extended intermittently) we have seen a significant displacement of what normal life looks like.
Seniors are virtually housebound as are most children. Others are mostly grappling with work-from-home, securing employment, family finances, and various supply runs during Covid-19.
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Covid-19 cases race towards 5.5 lakh-mark, Centre highlights recoveries
“The gap betweenrecoveriesand activecaseshas crossed 1,00,000,” the health ministry said noting that 3,09,712Covid-19patients have been discharged from healthcare facilities. According to the ministry, India’sCovid-19count increased by 19,906 on Sunday morning taking the total number ofcasesto 5,28,859 of which 2,03,051 patients were under active medical supervision.
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402 new Covid-19 positive cases have been reported in the state today; taking the total number of cases to 13,829. Death toll rises to 223 after 5 deaths were reported today: Haryana Health Department.
Maharashtra reports 156 deaths and 5,493 new Covid-19 positive cases today. Out of 156 deaths, 60 occurred in the last 48 hours and 96 from the previous period. The total number of cases in the state reaches 1,64,626 including 70,607 active cases: State H
Maharashtra reports 156 deaths and 5,493 new Covid-19 positive cases today. Out of 156 deaths, 60 occurred in the last 48 hours and 96 from the previous period. The total number of cases in the state reaches 1,64,626 including 70,607 active cases: State Health Department.
With spurt in Covid-19 cases, Hyderabad may again see lockdown
Chief Minister Chandrasekhar has asked officials to examine the situation in the city keenly for 2-3 days.
“If need be, the state cabinet will be convened in 3-4 days to discuss proposals for the lockdown, alternatives, and related issues for a decision to be taken,” the CM said.
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Karnataka reports 1,267 new Covid-19 positive cases including 783 cases from Bengaluru Urban, taking the total number of cases to 13,190. Death toll rises to 207 after 16 deaths were reported today: State Health Department.
572 new Covid-19 positive cases, 404 recoveries, and 10 deaths have reported in West Bengal today. Total number of positive cases stands at 17,283: State Health Department.
Punjab reports 161 new Covid-19 cases and 5 deaths today. The total number of cases stands at 5216 and the death toll is at 133: Department of Information and Public Relations, State Government.
Delhi reports 2889 new Covid-19 positive cases and 65 deaths today. Total number of cases stands at 83,077 including 27,847 active cases, 52,607 recovered/discharged/migrated cases and 2,623 deaths: Delhi Government.
Delhi reports 2,889 new Covid-19 positive cases and 65 deaths today. Total number of cases stands at 83,077 including 27,847 active cases, 52,607 recovered/discharged/migrated cases and 2,623 deaths: Delhi Government.
Manish Sisodia’s '5.5 lakh Covid-19 cases in Delhi' remark created fear: Amit Shah
Disagreeing with Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia's assessment, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday said the remarks created "fear" among people but Delhi will not have 5.5 lakh Covid-19 cases as the former projected.
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Total number of Covid-19 positive cases in Himachal Pradesh are 902 including 367 active cases, 515 recoveries and 7 deaths: State Health Department.
We have decided to extend the lockdown in Manipur for another 15 days from 1st-15th July: State Chief Minister N Biren Singh.
Another Mumbai cop dies of Covid-19
A 55-year-old constable has become the 38th personnel of the Mumbai Police to die of COVID-19, an official said on Sunday.
The deceased was posted at Dharavi police station in central Mumbai.
"The constable was first admitted to Seven Hills hospital on May 15. He was later shifted to Reliance Hospital in Marine Lines where he died on Saturday late night," the official said.
The deceased, who hailed from Asangaon in Satara district, was living in the police quarters in suburban Mahim. (PTI)
In the last 48 hours, 1 death and 150 new Covid-19 positive cases have been reported in Maharashtra Police; the total number of positive cases rises to 4,666 and the death toll is at 57: Maharashtra Police.
Covid-19 linked to increased risk of stroke: Study
Covid-19 is significantly associated with an increased risk of strokes, according to a study which says patients infected with the novel coronavirus should undergo aggressive monitoring for the neurological condition.
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Former CM Siddaramaiah demands white paper from Karnataka govt on Covid-19 management
Senior Congress leader Siddaramaiah on Sunday urged the Karnataka government to bring out a "white paper" regarding its Covid-19 management. Alleging lack of transparency on part of the government in controlling the spread of the virus, the former Chief Minister said, this has led to 'mistrust' among the people about the administration.
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Over 10 million coronavirus cases registered worldwide: AFP tally
More than 10 million cases of the new coronavirus have been officially declared around the world, half of them in Europe and the United States, according to an AFP tally at 0930 GMT Sunday based on official sources.
At least 10,003,942 infections, including 498,779 deaths, have been registered globally. Europe remains the hardest hit continent with 2,637,546 cases including 195,975 fatalities, and the United States with 2,510,323 infections including 125,539 deaths. (AFP)
What doctors have learned about fighting Covid-19
In the six months since an entirely new coronavirus began spreading around the world, doctors and hospitals have learned a lot about how to treat patients with Covid-19, the potentially deadly disease caused by the virus.
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138 new Covid-19 positive cases reported in Bihar today taking the state's total tally to 9117: Bihar Health Department
Mission Begin Again: Salons reopen in Mumbai after 3 months
Salon owners, who opened their shops for restarting business, said they were adhering to the government's guidelines like checking temperatures of their customers, asking them to use hand sanitisers before entering the premises, and serving customers in small batches.
Covid-19 is not over yet, we will tackle this issue together, says Uddhav Thackeray
Day after tomorrow we will be observing National Doctors' Day. They are fighting for us, I offer my gratitude to them. Covid-19 is not over yet, we will tackle this issue together. We should not be restless and go out unnecessarily, saysMaharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray.
The process to waive off farm loans has been delayed due to the model code of conduct during local body elections and Covid-19 pandemic in Maharashtra. Now, we have decided to write off loans of the remaining farmers,Thackeray added.
Around 2.45 lakh people, including 45,000 in containment zones, screened so far in Delhi to check spread of Covid-19: Officials (PTI)
Number of Covid-19 containment zones in Delhi rises to 417 from 280 after re-mapping: Officials
The number of Covid-19 containment zones in Delhi has risen to 417 after re-mapping of such areas, while around 2.45 lakh people have been screened in a mammoth exercise to check the spread of Covid-19 in the national capital, officials said on Sunday.
WATCH | Union Home Minister Amit Shah speaks on Covid-19
After Delhi Deputy CM made a statement that by July 31 we will have 5.5 lakh Covid-19 cases in Delhi...there was fear. I am sure now we will not reach that stage, saysHome Minister Amit Shah to ANI.
"After Delhi Deputy CM made a statement that by July 31 we will have 5.5 lakh Covid-19 cases in Delhi...there was panic. I am sure now we will not reach that stage and will be in a much better situation because we stressed on preventive measures," he said.
"Let me make it clear. Under PM Modi's leadership, India is going to win both the wars," saidHome Minister Amit Shah to ANI on the fight against Covid-19 and the tensions on the Line of Actual Control in Eastern Ladakh.
Total number of confirmed positive cases in India reaches 5,29,203; death toll stands at 16,097 as of June 28 at 12 hours
Do not immediately convey Covid-19 positive test results to patients, Karnataka Government tells testing laboratories as spike in Covid cases triggers a data logjam.
Some of the things PM said on coronavirus in his monthly Mann Ki Baat radio address:
Coronavirus has definitely changed the way we live. The entire world is focused on increasing their immunity at this time, and these immunity-enhancing ingredients are linked with our country.
If there would not have been a crisis like coronavirus, we might have not pondered questions like 'what is life?' 'why is there life?' 'How is our life?'. We might not have thought about them.
In these times of coronaviruscrisis, the country has moved out of the lockdown phase to the unlock phase. During this unlock period, one will have to focus deeply on two points- defeating corona and strengthening the economy & bolstering it.
We are in the time of unlock. But, we have to be even more careful, says PM Modi
We'll have to be more careful during Unlock 1 than we were during the lockdown. Your alertness will only save you from coronavirus. Remember that if you don't wear a mask, don't follow social distancing and follow other precautions, you will not only be risking your life but also the lives of the ones around you, especially the kids and elderly at home. I request you to not be reckless and take care of yourself and the ones around you, says PM Modi during Mann Ki Baat.
33 personnel of Border Security Force (BSF) tested positive for Covid-19 in the last 24 hours, taking active number of cases in the force to 944 including 637 recoveries and 5 deaths. Number of active cases stands at 302: Border Security Force
410 deaths and highest single-day spike of 19,906 new COVID-19 cases in last 24 hours. Positive cases in India stand at 5,28,859 including 2,03,051 active cases, 3,09,713 cured/discharged/migrated & 16,095 deaths: Ministry of Health & Family Welfare
2,31,095 samples tested on June 27, says ICMR
Total samples tested so far: 82,27,802
Samples tested on 27 June: 2,31,095
Maharashtra records highest daily spike with 5,318 new Covid-19 cases
Maharashtra on Saturday registered the highest-ever single-day spike of 5,318 new COVID-19 cases, state Health department said. The state's total case count now stands at 1,59,133.
PM to address the nation at 11 am on Mann Ki Baat
PM Nerandra Modi to address the nation at 11 am on Mann Ki Baat.
Brazil coronavirus cases rise past 1.3 million, deaths total 57,070
Brazil recorded 38,693 new cases of the novel coronavirus in the past 24 hours and 1,109 additional deaths, the Health Ministry said on Saturday.
The nation has now registered 1,313,667 total confirmed cases of the virus and 57,070 deaths. (REuters)
Complete lockdown will be enforced in Guwahati city from 7 pm June 28 for 14 days
Complete lockdown will be enforced in Guwahati city from 7 pm June 28 for 14 days. Instructions have been issued by the government. Lockdown will be implemented very strictly in view of Covid-19 pandemic: Munna Prasad Gupta, Commissioner of Police, Guwahati, Assam
Home Minister Amit Shah visits Sardar Patel COVID Care Centre and Hospital, in New Delhi, Saturday June 27, 2020. (PTI Photo)
Uncertainty causes students to fear about their future
The multi-fold increase in the number of children and parents approaching counsellors and helplines only indicates how Covid-19 has upended the lives of the younger generation. No doubt, the unprecedented crisis has left in its wake a trail of uncertainties for students across the country.
Covid-19: Amid Saturday's record 89-case jump, Goa sees 3rd death
Goa on Saturday registered its highest number of COVID-19 cases in a single day at 89 and also saw its third death from the infection, an official said.
Is schooling the only way to learn? A Covid teaching moment
Classes, blackboards and chalk, whiteboards and pens, examinations...a lot of familiar things in the world of learning have come to a grinding halt since the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic. For a few weeks, we hoped this disruption would be short, but as the lockdown has gone on for months, we have been forced to imagine an altogether different way of doing things.
Cases surge by 20,137; Govt okays steroid for severely ill patients
India on Saturday approved the use of widely available drug dexamethasone to treat Covid-19 patients with moderate and severe symptoms after clinical trials proved its efficacy to reduce mortality.
Counsellor tests positive, traffic police HQ sealed
The city’s Traffic Management Centre (TMC) has become the latest public installation to be sealed down as it emerged that a woman counsellor has tested positive. The counsellor tested positive on June 18 and has since been taking treatment.
Complete lockdown imposed in Guwahati from 7pm
Complete lockdown will be enforced in Guwahati city from 7 pm 28th June for 14 days. Instructions have been issued by the government. Lockdown will be implemented very strictly in view of Covid-19pandemic: Munna Prasad Gupta, Commissioner of Police, Guwahati
Bengaluru's new Covid-19 milestone on road to ruin
The scale of the community transmission of Covid-19 in the city was revealed on Saturday when health officials disclosed the existence of 596 new Covid-19 cases.
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Karnataka issues an order, directing pvt hospitals not to deny treatment to patients with Covid symptoms
Karnataka Govt issues an order, directing private hospitals not to deny treatment to patients with Covid-19 and Covid-19 like symptoms. "Non-compliance of this order will attract punishment under sections of Disaster Management Act 2005," the order reads.
Over 1,000 fresh Covid-19 cases push number of infections in Telangana past 13,000-mark
Telangana on Saturday reported a single-day high of 1,087vfresh Covid-19 cases, taking the overall tally of infections in the state to 13,436.
Six deaths were reported today, taking the toll to 243, according to a state government bulletin.
Covid-19 recoveries exceed active cases by 98,493: Health ministry data
The number of active cases stood at 1,97,387 while 2,95,880 patients have recovered, the ministry said, adding, "With this encouraging status, the recovery rate is touching 58.13 percent amongst COVID-19 patients."
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People coming from Maharashtra will be placed in 7-day institutional quarantine followed by 7-day home quarantine in Karnataka. People coming from other states will need to undergo 14-day home quarantine: Karnataka Government.
Karnataka reports single-day high of 918 new COVID-19 cases; 596 infections in Bengaluru
Karnataka on Saturday reported a single-day high of 918 new coronavirus cases taking the overall tally in the state to 11,923, the Health department said.
Eleven deaths took the COVID-19 toll in the state to 191, it further said.
According to the health department bulletin, 11,923 people have been tested positive so far since the outbreak of the pandemic, which includes 7,287 discharges, 4,441 total active cases and 191 deaths.
West Bengal records 521 new Covid-19 positive cases and 13 deaths, taking the total number of cases in the State to 16,711 and death toll to 629. Number of active cases stands at 5,293: State Health Department.
Mumbai recorded 1,460 fresh Covid-19 cases and 41 deaths today, taking the total number of cases to 73,747 and death toll to 4,282. The number of active cases in the city stands at 27,134: Greater Mumbai Municipal Corporation.
Karnataka announces total lockdown every Sunday starting July 5
The decision was taken at an emergency meeting Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa convened Saturday evening to discuss the Covid-19 situation with Home Minister Basavaraj Bommai, Bengaluru Covid-19 in-charge minister R Ashoka, Chief Secretary TM Vijay Bhaskar and others.
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IAS officer in Andhra Pradesh CM's office tests positive for Covid-19
An IAS officer in the Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister's Office tested positive for coronavirus on Saturday. Though "asymptomatic", the bureaucrat tested positive for the virus,sources said.
It was one of the secretaries in the chief minister's office who tested positive for Covid-19,they said.
The regular meeting of bureaucrats in the CMO did not take place as one Secretary contracted the virus and the Principal Secretary was away, sources added. (PTI)
204 new Covid-19 cases have been reported in Jammu and Kashmir today, 13 from Jammu division and 191 from Kashmir division. Total number of cases stands at 6,966 including 2,648 actives cases, 4,255 recoveries and 93 deaths: Govt of Jammu and Kashmi
Delhi reports 2,948 new Covid-19 cases today
Delhi reports 2,948 new Covid-19 cases and 66 deaths today. The total number of cases stands at 80,188 including 28329 active cases, 49301 recovered/discharged/migrated cases, and 2,558 deaths.
Coronavirus cases among students in SSLC exam centres trigger panic in Karnataka
Panic gripped lakhs of students appearing for SSLC (10th standard examination) as one of the students in Hassan district tested positive for Covid-19 on Saturday. Besides, confirmation of Covid-19 cases in and around the examination centres in five other places across the state including Bengaluru, also left students anxious about the examination preparation.
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Tamil Nadu conducts over 10.42 lakh Covid-19 tests, chasing virus cases: Health Secretary
The basic idea of detecting the symptomatic cases through fever camps is to ensure a healthy population by early detection and treatment for Covid-19, he said.
"So, when people step out of their houses after the lockdown is relaxed, they do not emerge as carriers of the virus," Radhakrishnan told reporters after reviewing a fever camp at Tondiarpet.
100 new Covid-19 cases and 7 deaths have been reported in Punjab today. The total number of cases stands at 5,056 and the death toll is at 128: Department of Information and Public Relations, Government of Punjab.
Manipur reports 25 fresh Covid-19 cases in the last 24 hours, taking the total number of cases to 1,092 including 432 recoveries: State Govt.
Tamil Nadu reported 3,713 fresh Covid-19 cases and 68 deaths today, taking total number of cases to 78,335 and death toll to 1,025. Number of active cases stands at 33,213: State Health Department.
Tamil Nadu reported 3,713 fresh Covid-19 cases and 68 deaths today, taking total number of cases to 78,335 and death toll to 1,025. Number of active cases stands at 33,213: State Health Department.
195 persons have tested positive for COVID-19 positive and 102 persons have recovered today: Kerala Health Minister KK Shailaja.
The 10,000 bedded Covid-19 Care Centre at Radha Soami Beas is the largest of its kind. I pray to God that number of Covid patients remain less and the beds remain unutilized: Union Minister G Kishan Reddy.
'Immune cells involved in protection against Covid-19 identified'
Patients suffering from severe respiratory symptoms due to the novel coronavirus infection can rapidly generate an immune response in the form of virus-attacking T cells, suggests a new study which may lead to new vaccine development strategies against Covid-19.
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Fresh Covid-19 case in Mizoram; count rises to 148
Also, nine Covid-19 patients in Mamit district have tested negative for the infection twice but they will be officially declared as "recovered" once they are discharged from hospitals, it added.
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Three new Covid-19 cases have been reported in Chandigarh today, taking the total number of cases to 427. There are 86 active cases and 335 patients have been cured till date: Health Department, Chandigarh.
99-year-old woman becomes oldest in Karnataka to beat Covid-19
Offering a ray of hope to all those battling the deadly coronavirus, a woman here has successfully recovered from the disease at the ripe old age of 99, leaving the medical fraternity and her family elated.
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19 new coronavirus deaths, 605 more test positive in Uttar Pradesh
Additional Chief Secretary, Medical and Health, Amit Mohan Prasad said14,215 people have so far been discharged from hospitals after recovering from the infection, leaving 6,684 active COVID-19 cases in the state.
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Health Ministry adds inexpensive, widely used steroid dexamethasone to Covid-19 treatment protocol
An inexpensive, widely used steroid dexamethasonewas included in thetreatment protocols for Covid-19 patients in moderate to severe stages of illness among other therapeutic measures by the Union healthministry on Saturday.
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A 44-year-old CRPF personnel died due to Covid-19 in Delhi. He was also suffering from kidney disease. Total count of Covid-19 cases in CRPF reaches 1,046 including 8 deaths: Central Reserve Police Force.
India much better placed than many other countries on Covid-19 casualties: PM Modi
As the Covid-19 cases breached the five-lakh mark, Prime Minister Narendra Modi advised against “letting your guard down” and the need to be “even more careful now” while the GoM chaired by Health Minister Harsh Vardhan had detailed deliberations on the strategy to counter the pandemic.
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Delhi waging difficult war against Covid-19, will emerge victorious with time: CM Arvind Kejriwal
The Delhi government is combating the pandemic by increasing beds for Covid-19 patients, raising the number of tests, providing oxymetres and oxygen concentrators to patients in home isolation, providing plasma therapy, and through survey and screening, he said in a briefing.
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In the last 24 hours, 607 new Covid-19 positive cases have been reported in the state. There are 6,684 active cases, 14,215 patients have been discharged so far and 649 patients have succumbed to the infection.
Kerala Govt issues an order that lockdown on Sundays to remain suspended until further orders. Night curfew from 9 pm to 5 am shall continue on all days including Sunday.
Domestic operations on 26 June 2020, Day 33:
Some points from Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal's address:
The lockdown will have to lifted some day so we decided to fight corona. We have a few weapons and made a plan accordingly, said Kejirwal.
* The number of beds were increased. We've made arrangements for beds on a really large scale in hospitals across Delhi. We decided to reserve a minimum of 40% beds for coronavirus patients in Delhi's major hospitals. Certain private and public hospitals in Delhi have been declared 'corona hospitals' completely.
* We've attached many hotels with hospitals. For instance, if the hospital has 100 beds and the hotel has 200, the hospital would have 300 beds. That's how we increased capacity. The hotels dragged us to court but we won the case and we arranged for 3,500 beds in hotels across the city in the last one month. 2000 beds have been arranged at Radha Soami Satsang Beas and we'll soon have 10,000 beds there. No shortage of beds now but we're preparing for the worse.
* Testing and isolation were the next weapons. Action was taken against dubious labs. In the first week of June,5000 tests being conducted in Delhi and now we have 20,000 tests being conducted daily.
*Survey and screening --Serological survey being conducted. 20,000 would be tested and door-to-door survey would be conducted.
Union Health Ministry revises clinical management protocol for Covid-19.
Glucocorticosteroid dexamethasone now allowed as an alternative to methylprednisolone for moderate & severeCovid-19patients in need of oxygen support who experience an excessive inflammatory response.
There are 13,500 beds present in Delhi now, 7,500 vacant, said CM Arvind Kejriwal
In the last 1 week, the number of beds has increased significantly. There are 13,500 beds present in Delhi now, of which 6,500 are occupied. Also, 20,000 tests are being conducted daily. I thank Centre for providing us the needed testing kits, saidKejriwal.
Delhi govt has provided oxymetres to coronavirus patients in home isolation and procured 4,000 oxygen concentrators, he added.
Number of Covid-19 containment zones in Delhi will increase in coming days after re-mapping of such areas as authorities decide to divide them into micro clusters for better surveillance and contact-tracing, say officials
Rajasthan reports 127 new Covid-19 positive cases and 9 deaths today, taking the total number of positive cases and deaths to 16787 and 389 respectively. Active cases rise to 3249: State Health Department
Due to lockdown and people-driven fight, India much better placed than many other nations. India's recovery rate is rising, says PM Modi
A people-driven fight has given good results so far but can we let our guard down? Not at all. In fact, we have to be even more careful now. Wearing masks, social distancing, avoiding crowded places, remain important, he added.
The world is fighting a strong battle against global pandemic.COVID-19 is not only a physical sickness that is a threat to lives of people. It also takes our attention to unhealthy lifestyles, said PM Modi.
Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has supplied diagnostic material for carrying out 4.7 lakh RT-PCR tests to the 12 functional labs in Delhi, till date: Government of India
Shops, malls, banks, hotels, offices & establishments, all are already aware of precautions to be taken. If you don't wear mask & don't ensure safe distance,Police will raid&initiate legal action, it has already started: Bengaluru Commissioner of Police
Border Security Force reports 43 new Covid-19 positive cases reported in the last 24 hours
The total number of cases in the forcestands at 911 with633 BSF personnel discharged till now, saysBSF.
More than 9.8 million people have been reported to be infected by the novel coronavirus globally and 493,040 have died, according to a Reuters tally.
Infections have been reported in more than 210 countries and territories since the first cases were identified in China in December 2019.
India reports highest single-day spike of 18,552 new COVID-19 cases; 384 deaths in last 24 hours: Health Ministry
Positive cases in India stand at 5,08,953 including 1,97,387 active cases, 2,95,881 cured/discharged/migrated & 15,685 deaths.
Total samples tested on 26th June at 2,20,479. Total samples tested till now 79,96,707, says ICMR
New system of reporting Mumbai's Covid-19 deaths on a Google Form from July 1, says BMC
There will be a new system of reporting Covid-19 deaths on a Google Form from 01.07.2020. Nodal Officers of the Hospital are directed to ensure death reporting within 48 hours from their hospitals from 01.07.2020 onwards, said Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC).
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The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Germany increased by 687 to 193,243, data from the Robert Koch Institute (RKI) for infectious diseases showed on Saturday. The reported death toll rose by six to 8,954, the tally showed.
House-to-house serological survey to be conducted in Delhi starting today to identify suspected Covid-19 cases
Lockdown in Jharkhand extended till July 31 in wake of increasing number of Covid-19 cases in state
Consider holding online classes for a few hours: HC to Karnataka govt
The Karnataka High Court on Friday asked the state government to consider allowing online classes till class 5 for a few hours every day.
Child labour: Focus on working children
For decades now, Bhima Sangha, a union of working children, and those of us working with them, have cried hoarsely ‘let anti-child labour not be anti-child’. But responses to child labour continue to push working children and adolescents into even more perilous situations – captive in institutions or invisible.
Bengaluru Police chief's office sealed as constable tests Covid-19 positive
Having forced police stations to be sealed down, novel coronavirus has now forced the city police commissioner’s office to be shut after a constable working in the building tested positive.
273 new COVID-19 cases in Assam; number rises to 6,919
As many as 273 more people tested positive for coronavirus in Assam on Friday, raising the tally in the state to 6,919, Health Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said.
Govt allows airlines to fly 45% of their pre-Covid-19 domestic passenger flights
The government on Friday permitted Indian airlines to increase their number of domestic passenger flights to 45 per cent of their pre-Covid-19 capacity, according to an official order.
Bihar reports 190 fresh coronavirus cases, taking tally in the state to 8,678: Health department officials
Number of containment zones to increase in Delhi
Number of Covid-19 containment zones in Delhi will increase in coming days after re-mapping of such areas as authorities decide to divide them into micro clusters for better surveillance and contact-tracing: Officials
Seven deaths, 985 new Covid-19 cases in Telangana
The surge in Covid-19 cases continued unabated in Telangana on Friday, with as many as 985 new cases and seven deaths being reported, taking the tally of positive cases in the state to 12,349 and fatalities to 237.
Total number of confirmed positive cases in India reaches 5,09,044; death toll stands at 15,684 as of June 26
New York's Cuomo says 'time to wake up, America' as other states see Covid-19 spikes
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo on Friday criticized states that reopened their economies before getting the novel coronavirus under control, saying there was "undeniable, irrefutable evidence" those states made a mistake.
A peacock dances at Bhondsi Nature Park, in Aravalli Mountain range, Gurugram, Friday, June 26, 2020. (PTI Photo)
India's Davis Cup tie against Finland postponed to 2021
India's Davis Cup tie against Finland was on Friday postponed to 2021 as the International Tennis Federation (ITF) pushed back all the matches, including the Finals in Madrid, to next year owing to Covid-19 pandemic.
Covid-19 'situation still under control', Delhi govt will set up ICU beds on large scale, says Arvind Kejriwal
As coronavirus cases continued to spiral in the national capital and crossed the 77,000 mark on Friday, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal said his government will set up ICU beds on a large scale, but asserted that the Covid-19 situation in the city was “still under control”.
Covid-19: Bajaj Auto plant in Maharashtra's Wahuj has 140 cases, two deaths
Bajaj Auto on Friday said there are 140 cases of coronavirus infections at its Wahuj plant in Maharashtra that employs more than 8,100 people and two of them who were infected have died.
Covid-19: Central forces report 100 fresh cases; total over 3,300
The number of COVID-19 cases in the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) and the two other federal forces of NSG and NDRF have shot up to 3,300 with 100 fresh infections being reported on Friday, an official data said.
Body of a 70-year-old person who died of Covid-19 was being disposed of using a proclainer today by Palasa municipal authorities. Palasa Municipal Commissioner and Sanitary Inspector are suspended from their respective posts: Srikakulam Dist Collector, AP
Jharkhand Government extends lockdown till July 31
Covid-19 cases cross 11,000-mark in Karnataka; 445 new cases and 10 deaths
The number of COVID-19 cases in Karnataka breached the 11,000 mark with the state on Friday reporting 445 new positive cases and ten fatalities, taking the death toll to 180.
Janta Dal-United MLA Sanjay Jha wears a face mask imprinted with a Madhubani painting during Unlock 1.0, in Patna, Friday, June 26, 2020. (PTI Photo)
Delhi Covid-19 Update June 26
Fresh Cases 3460
Total 77240
In June 57576 (74.54% of total)
Deaths 63
Total 2492
Discharged 2326
Total 47091
Under treatment 27657 (16249 in home isolation)
Samples tested 459156 (21144 fresh samples; 24166/million)
Karnataka health department allows for home isolation of asymptomatic healthcare professionals since they're well aware of isolation protocol.
NHRC employee dies of Covid-19; 17 other staffers tested positive till date: Sources
Bombay HC says Maharashtra govt introduced effective measures for patients in need of ambulances, disposes of petition filed by former BJP MP Kirit Somaiya raising concern about shortage of ambulances amid Covid-19 outbreak
Maharashtra coronavirus updates
2362 patients discharged today; 79,815 Covid-19 patients discharged after full recovery
until today; Recovery rate in the state is 52.25%
5024 new cases in the state today
Today, 175 COVID-19 deaths reported in the state; Out of these, 91 deaths occurred in
the last 48 hours and rest 84 are from the previous period. Case fatality rate in the state:
4.65%
Out of 8,71,875 laboratory samples, 1,52,765 have been tested positive (17.52%) for
COVID-19 until today.
Currently, 5,58,488 people are in home quarantine and 36,903 people are in institutional
quarantine.
Madhya Pradesh records 203 fresh Covid-19 cases and 4 deaths
Madhya Pradesh records 203 fresh Covid-19 cases and 4 deaths, taking total number of cases to 12,798 (2,448 active cases) and death toll to 546. There are 1,091 containment areas: State Health Department
580 Covid-19 positive cases and 18 deaths reported in Gujarat
In the last 24 hours, 580 Covid-19 positive cases and 18 deaths reported in Gujarat. State tally rises to 30,158 including 22,038 discharged/cured and 1,772 deaths: State Health Department
Covid-19: Schools in Delhi to remain closed till July 31, says Deputy CM Manish Sisodia
Schools in Delhi will continue to remain closed till July 31 in view of the Covid-19 situation, Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia announced on Friday.
Scheduled international flights suspended till July 15 but some on selected routes may be allowed: DGCA
The aviation regulator DGCA said on Friday it is extending the suspension of scheduled international passenger flights in the country till July 15 but added that some international scheduled services on selected routes may be permitted on a case to case basis.
Bengal records highest single-day spike
West Bengal records 542 fresh Covid-19 cases and 10 deaths, taking total number of cases to 16,190 and death toll to 616. Number of active patients stands at 5,039: State Health Department
188 new cases of Covid-19 reported in Punjab
Karnataka reports 445 new Covid-19 positive cases
Karnataka reports 445 new Covid-19 positive cases today, taking the total number of positive cases in the State to 11005 including 6916 discharged, 3905 active cases and 180 deaths: State Health Department
Delhi Health Minister Satyendar Jain tests negative for Covid-19, discharged from hospital
Delhi Health Minister Satyendar Jain was on Friday discharged from the Max Hospital here after he tested negative for Covid-19, sources said.
Congress leader Abhishek Manu Singhvi tests positive for Covid-19
Congress leader and party spokesperson Abhishek Singhvi has home quarantined himself after testing positive for Covid-19, sources said.
From the Newsroom: Indian economy in deep trouble, says S&P
In today's episode, S&P Global Ratings says Indian economy is in deep trouble, The CBSE has notified the four-point assessment scheme, Karnataka Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa has said that there will no fresh lockdown in Bengaluru.
Wall Street set to open lower as banks fall, coronavirus cases surge
Wall Street was set to open slightly lower on Friday as bank stocks fell following the Federal Reserve's move to cap shareholder payouts and the United States set a new record for a one-day increase in coronavirus cases.
Tamil Nadu reports 3,523 new Covid-19 cases
Tamil Nadu reports 3,523 new Covid-19 cases, taking the state's total to 74,622 out of which 32,305 are active cases. 46 deaths reported over the last 24 hours, total fatalities 957: State Health Department
150 people have been found positive for Covid-19 in Kerala today
150 people have been found positive for Covid-19 in Kerala today; number of active cases now stands at 1,846. There are 114 COVID-19 hotspots in the state: Kerala Health Minister's Office
Resilient rural demand may aid India’s economy, says Citigroup
Rural demand is showing signs of supporting India’s economy, with Citigroup Inc. seeing bumper crops, a favorable monsoon and government handouts helping villages outpace recovery in urban areas.
Single highest day spike of 605 cases takes COVID-19 tally in Andhra Pradesh past 11,000 mark on Friday: toll mounts to 146 with 10 deaths: Govt
Extended period of lockdown, increase in Covid-19 cases to have strong impact on growth: D&B
Extended period of the lockdown and increase in Covid-19 positive cases will have a strong impact on the economic growth, while supply chain disruption is expected to keep food prices at elevated levels, a Dun & Bradstreet report said on Friday.
12-hour night curfew in Assam from Friday, 14-day complete lockdown in Guwahati: Health Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma
Assam Health Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said that a 12-hour night curfew will be imposed across the state from 7 pm onwards from Friday and a 14-day complete lockdown will be enforced in Kamrup (Metro) district, of which Guwahati city is a part, from June 28 midnight, following a spurt in Covid-19 cases.
We are discussing with the Metro authorities: Bengal CM
"We are discussing with the Metro authorities about resuming the Metro services from 1st July, allowing passengers only up to the seating capacity," saysWest Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.
Delhi Minister Satyendar Jain tests negative for Covid-19, to be discharged from hospital today. (ANI)
The scheduled International commercial passenger services to/from India shall remain suspended till 15th July: Government of India (ANI)
West Bengal relaxes night curfew hours; restrictions from 10 pm to 5 am during extended coronavirus lockdown till July 31: CM Mamata Banerjee
In other news: Delhi Pradesh Congress Committee (DPCC) workers observe a silent during 'Shaheedon Ko Salam Divas' at India Gate, to pay tribute to the Indian soldiers killed in a border clash with Chinese troops, in New Delhi, Friday, June 26. (PTI Photo)
Coronavirus: Indian economy in deep trouble, says S&P
S&P Global Ratings on Thursday said Indian economy is in deep trouble with growth expected to contract by 5 per cent this fiscal.
Impact of Covid-19 on economy still highly uncertain: Finance Commission
"Members of Advisory Council felt that since they had met Commission in April,national lockdown was further extended till end of May and now restrictions are being lifted in phased manner resulting in gradual resumption of economic activities," Finance Commission on its virtual meeting.
"However, the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the economy and on the fiscal positions of the Union and State Governments is still highly uncertain," saidFinance Commission.
Recovered cases exceed active cases by more than 96,000
Recovered cases exceed active cases by more than 96,000
2,85,636 patients cured so far; 13,940 in last 24 hours
1,89,463 active cases
Recovery rate is 58.24%
77,76,228 samples tested so far
NITI Aayog launched behaviour change campaign ‘Navigating the New Normal’
NITI Aayog launched behaviour change campaign ‘Navigating the New Normal’, & website to help citizens to effectively navigate to new normal.
Weekend lockdown on Saturdays & Sundays to be enforced in urban areas in Assam: Health Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma
Complete lockdown to be imposed in the entire Kamrup Metropolitan district from the midnight of 28th June for the next 14 days, due to rise in Covid-19 cases. Medical stores to remain open during the lockdown, said Sarma.
Weekend lockdown on Saturdays & Sundays to be enforced in urban areas in Assam. Areas falling under the jurisdiction of town committees and municipalities will come under the ambit of the weekend lockdown and will continue until further notice, he added.
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These are some of the other issues that Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal touched upon during his address:
** Have permission to conduct plasma therapy at LNJP and Rajiv Gandhi Super Speciality hospitals. Since the start of plasma therapy at LNJP hospital, the number of deaths has reduced to less than half as compared to earlier.
** It may be difficult to save very serious patients using plasma therapy, but it can help moderate patients by not letting their condition worsen. This is what has beenfound until now.
** A major issue with coronavirus is that the oxygen level of the patient drops suddenly. The oxygen level should be 95. If it drops below 90, we consider it dangerous, if it drops below 85 then consider it very serious. You will face difficulty in breathing if it drops to 90 or 85.
** There are some patients whose oxygen level became very low but they showed no symptoms, it dropped suddenly and they died suddenly. So oxymeter has been provided to asymptomatic patients or those with mild symptoms who are under home isolation.
The number of Covid-19 cases in Delhi is high but the situation is under control, says Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal
The number of Covid-19 cases in Delhi is high but the situation is under control & there is no need to worry. We've increased testing by three times but positive cases have increased by around 3000 per day only. Out of the total Covid-19 patients, approx 45,000 people have recovered, said Kejriwal.
In the last one week, the number of beds occupied has been around 6,000 despite almost 3,000 new cases daily as they do not require hospitalisation. Covid-19 cases in Delhi are mild and most of them don't require hospitalisation. Right now, we have over 13,000 beds ready, he added.
SC to hear pleas against blacklisting of foreigners for alleged Tablighi activities on June 29
Four petitions have been filed by 34 individuals, including a Thai national who is seven months pregnant, challenging the Centre's orders on April 2 and June 4 by which over 2,500 foreign nationals, who are currently in India, were blacklisted.
Scientists identify 6 potential drug targets for Covid-19
According to the scientists, the immune system of some Covid-19 patients overreacts to the virus and causes a 'cytokine storm' in which elevated levels of their body's natural inflammatory molecules damage healthy cells.
Maharashtra Govt decided to not conduct final year/final semester exam of non-professional/professional courses as present atmosphere is not yet conducive to conduct any exam or classes: CMO Maharashtra
Also decided to award degrees based on formula decided by universities, addedCMO Maharashtra.
In the last 24 hours, 2 deaths and 190 new COVID-19 positive cases have been reported in Maharashtra Police; the total number of positive cases rises to 4516, 56 deaths: Maharashtra Police
There is no question of lockdown in Bengaluru, says Karnataka CM B S Yediyurappa
Today, I've called a meeting with MLAs from Bengaluru & ministers on theincrease in Covid-19 cases in the city. Each MLA & minister has to work towards the prevention of this disease in their constituency. There is no question of lockdown as we've already sealed some areas, says Karnataka Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa.
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CBSE, ICSE to announce class 10, 12 board exam results by July 15
Both CBSE and ICSE told the top court that the results of the Class X and XII board exams can be declared by the middle of July.
Nobody had thought that humanity will face such a huge problem; the one medicine we know right now is to maintain social distancing and cover our faces like this; till a vaccine is not made, we have to use this to protect ourselves: PM Modi
India's Covid-19 recovery rate improves to 58.24% as tally nears 5 lakh, toll at 15,302
What’s really behind the gender gap in Covid-19 deaths?
A key factor most likely related to male-female differences in Covid-19 fatalities is that men overall are in a poorer state of health than women. In astudyexamining sex differences in outcomes among Covid-19 patients in China, men were more likely than women to have any comorbidity or two or more of them.
Covid-19 patient kills herself in Bengaluru's KC General hospital
The woman lived with her family in Rajagopalnagar in North Bengaluru and was a native of Kunigal in Tumakuru district. Malleswaram police have registered a case citing unnatural death, further investigation is on.
Railways produced around two lakh PPE gowns, over 7 lakh masks during lockdown.
Highest single-day spike of 17,296 new COVID-19 positive cases, 407 deaths recorded in India in the last 24 hours: Health Minstry
407 deaths and highest single-day spike of 17,296 new COVID-19 positive cases reported in India in the last 24 hours, said the Ministry of Health on Friday.
Positive cases in India stand at 4,90,401 including 1,89,463 active cases, 2,85,637 cured/discharged/migrated & 15,301 deaths.
The total number of samples tested up to 25 June is 77,76,228; the number of samples tested on 25 June is 2,15,446, said Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR).
Maharashtra records highest daily jump of 4,841 fresh COVID-19 cases, tally rises to 1,47,741.
As Karnataka struggles to scale up Covid-19 testing, mobile lab promises help
The number of Covid-19 tests being conducted by the state has failed to increase to a point where health officials can determine that the disease is under control. The deployment of mobile diagnostic and testing units to plug the testing gaps could help, city-based scientists said.
Space agencies unveil website showing effects of coronavirus lockdown on Earth
You can now see how coronavirus lockdowns have changed air pollution, hospital lights and even white asparagus harvests.
West Bengal BJP seeks 'white paper' on coronavirus lockdown extension in state
BJP leaders in West Bengal sought a "white paper" from Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday with reasons stated for the extension of the lockdown in the state till July 31 and claimed that her government was staging a "drama" before people, but was not serious about implementing the norms to curb the spread of Covid-19.
Tamil Nadu provided Rs 6,600 crore for buying medical equipment for Covid-19 battle: Nirmala Sitharaman
The Centre has provided Rs 6,600 crore to Tamil Nadu since April for procurement of medical equipment to tackle the Covid-19 pandemic, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Thursday.
5 of Telangana BJP MLA's staff test Covid-19 positive
Telangana BJP MLA Raja Singh on Thursday said five of his staff - two drivers and three gunmen - have tested positive for coronavirus and the results of five more are awaited.
India registers biggest single-day spike of nearly 17,000 new Covid-19 cases
A record spike in COVID-19 cases in Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh on Thursday triggered the biggest single-day jump of close to 17,000 infections in the country even as Maharashtra decided to undertake antigen and rapid antibody tests for the disease in the worst hit state.
Over 3.6 lakh Indians returned to India after launch of Vande Bharat mission: MEA
Over 3.6 lakh Indians have returned to India from abroad after the government launched the ''Vande Bharat'' evacuation mission on May 7 in view of the coronavirus pandemic, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Thursday.
Total number of confirmed positive cases in India reaches 4,88,220; death toll stands at 15,288
Record 4,841 Covid-19 cases reported in Maharashtra, death toll rises by 193
The Covid-19 cases zoomed northwards in Maharashtra with fresh 4,841 cases being reported on Thursday (June 25). This is the highest addition of cases in a day's time.
Home isolation of Covid-19 patients decided on June 21: MHA
The Centre on Thursday said a decision on home-isolation of Covid-19 positive cases in Delhi was taken on June 21 at a high level meeting chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah and attended by Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, among others.
Plea in SC for proper treatment of Covid-positive minor girls of Kanpur shelter home
A plea has been filed in the Supreme Court on Thursday seeking proper “medical treatment and facilities” to as many as 57 minor girls who have tested positive for Covid-19 in a Kanpur-based shelter home in Uttar Pradesh.
Over 500 discharges in Karnataka; 442 new Covid-19 cases and 6 deaths
Over 500 Covid-19 patients were discharged in Karnataka on Thursday, as the state reported 442 new cases and six related fatalities, taking the total number of infections to 10,560. The day also saw total number of discharges in Udupi alone crossing 1,000 mark, even as 160 patients in the state were undergoing treatment at ICU.
Indian Railways suspends regular train services till August 12
Indian Railways on Thursday suspended regular train services till August 12 due to Covid-19 while only Shramik Special, 15 pair of Special Rajdhani Express trains, 100 pair special timetabled train will continue to operate.
Delhi Covid-19 Update, June 25
Fresh Cases: 3,390
Total cases:73,780
In June: 54,116 (73.34% of total)
Deaths: 64
Total: 2,429
Discharged: 3,328
Total: 44,765
Under treatment: 26,586 (15,159 in home isolation)
Samples tested: 4,38,012 (17,305 fresh samples; 23,053/million)
Beware of COVID-19-related phishing attack: Here’s how to safeguard yourself from online fraud
With tension between India and China at an all-time high, state-run Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In), last week, warned citizens to be wary of COVID-19 related phishing scams in the coming days.
Total number of confirmed positive cases in India reaches 4,84,710; death toll stands at 15,224
K Palaniswami makes surprise inspection at bus stand in Tamil Nadu; asks passengers to be safe
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister K Palaniswami on Thursday took by surpise the passengers of a government bus here when he entered the vehicle and asked them to be safe wearing masks and maintaining social-distancing to combat coronavirus.
Covid-19 lockdown legitimate confinement, but Emergency was illegitimate, says M Venkaiah Naidu
Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu on Thursday said home confinement of people in order to cope with the rising COVID-19 cases was legitimate, but the Emergency in 1975 was "illegitimate" as people were deprived of all fundamental rights.
Ex-India cricketer Robin Singh fined Rs 500, car seized for violating lockdown rules
Former India cricketer Robin Singh was on Thursday fined Rs 500 and his car impounded for allegedly violating lockdown rules in the city, police said. The 56-year-old former Tamil Nadu player had gone by car to purchase vegetables and was caught by police personnel for the violation, police sources said.
Experts discuss risks in handling multiple disaster emergencies
Experts at a webinar on tackling simultaneous disasters like super cyclone Amphan and Covid-19 underlined the major risks involved in handling of such multiple emergencies.
Humanly impossible to analyse global data on Covid-19 without AI: Justice Prathiba Singh
There is no humanly possible way to analyse the global data emanating from the Covid-19 virus without the use of AIwhich can be an efficient tool in finding a fast and effective solution to the unprecedented pandemic, said Justice Prathiba M Singh of the Delhi High Court.
Tamil Nadu reports 3,509 new coronavirus cases; samples tested hit 1 million mark
Recording its biggest single-day spike since the outbreak of novel coronavirus, Tamil Nadu on Thursday reported 3,509 fresh Covid-19 patients, including 151 who returned from abroad and other states, pushing the state’s tally beyond 70,000.
Harsh Vardhan launches mobile app to enable people have easy access to blood
A mobile application that would enable people to access "safe blood" easily, especially during the Covid-19 pandemic, was launched by Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan.
People with no income still higher than pre-Covid-19 levels, poor most affected by crisis: Study
The Covid-19 pandemic has been difficult for the country's poor going by income generation and consumption data, according to an analysis of data of 5 lakh people for May by a credit risk assessment company.
Bollywood to resume shoots, but rules dull its shine
Bollywood will resume film shoots immediately, industry representatives said Thursday, but strict virus rules banning "elaborate or extravagant" scenes threaten to strip the world's biggest movie-making machine of its trademark dazzle.
Kerala to enhance Covid-19 testing numbers amid rising cases
Asthe number of Covid-19 cases in Kerala keeps on escalating with 123 more being tested positive on Thursday, Kerala has decided to enhance the number of Covid-19 tests.
Delhi Covid-19: AAP has its way on home isolation
AAP-led Delhi government finally had its way on home isolation of Covid-19 patients with Lieutenant Governor Anil Baijal on Thursday reversing his order that all such people should first go to a quarantine centre to assess whether they are eligible for staying at their residences during treatment.
45 deaths and 3509 new Covid-19 cases reported in Tamil Nadu
45 deaths and 3509 new Covid-19 cases reported in Tamil Nadu today, taking the total number of positive cases in the state to 70977, death toll 911. Active cases stand at 30064: State Health Department
Central Govt has rolled back its order mandating Covid-19 patients to visit Covid care centers for health assessment: Delhi Dy CM
Central Govt has rolled back its order mandating Covid-19 patients to visit Covid care centers for health assessment. Now medical teams will visit people at their home to assess whether they can stay in home isolation & need to be sent to hospital: Delhi Deputy CM Manish Sisodia
Kerala coronavirus updates - June 25
Total infected so far: 3276
Now under treatment: 1761
22 died
1941 negative so far
53 negative today
123 fresh cases today
3726 total number of cases so far
1,59,616 underhome and institutional quarantine
2,349 in hospital observation
1,56,401 routine samples tested so far
4,182 results pending
Delhi LG Anil Baijal reverses his order on all Covid-19 patients being taken to quarantine centres
Delhi LG Anil Baijal reverses his order on all Covid-19 patients being taken to quarantine centres for examining whether they could be sent for home isolation following AAP government's protest.
The decision was taken at a meeting of Delhi Disaster Management Authority chaired by Baijal.
Baijal says Delhi Health Department to deploy a robust surveillance mechanism. Only those Covid-19 positive cases who do not have adequate facilities at home to ensure physical segregation and do not have other medical conditions would require to be shifted to Covid Care centres and other facilities.
8 more personnel of Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) tested positive for Covid-19 in: ITBP
8 more personnel of Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) tested positive for Covid-19 in the last 24 hours. There are total 70 active cases & 221 have recovered till date: Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) (ANI)
Lok Nayak Jai Prakash (LNJP) Hospital was the first hospital to be declared as full-fledged Covid-19 hospital: Delhi CM
Lok Nayak Jai Prakash (LNJP) Hospital was the first hospital to be declared as full-fledged Covid-19hospital 100 days ago. Around 114 deliveries have taken place at the hospital in this period. LNJP is the first hospital where plasma therapy was started: Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal (ANI)
Cong leaders stage protest against the state govt's decision to make PPE kits mandatory for those returning from Saudi Arabia & Kuwait & #COVID19 negative certificates for returnees from other Gulf nations, outside state secretariat in Thiruvananthapuram
Kerala: Congress leaders stage a protest against the state govt's decision to make PPE kits mandatory for those returning from Saudi Arabia & Kuwait & Covid-19 negative certificates for returnees from other Gulf countries, outside state secretariat in Thiruvananthapuram.
India's recovery rate is 57.43% amongst COVID-19 patients: MoHFW
A Central Team led by Lav Agarwal, Joint Secretary, Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare will visit Gujarat, Maharashtra and Telangana on 26th-29th June, 2020. The team will interact with the State officials and coordinate with them to strengthen ongoing efforts for management of COVID-19.
In a significant ramping of the testing facilities across the country, India now has 1007 diagnostic labs. This includes 734 in the government sector and 273 private labs.
From limited COVID-19 tests in Jan 2020, 2,07,871 tests conducted in the last 24 hours, taking the cumulative tests to more than 75 lakhs at 75,60,782.
During the last 24 hours, a total of 13,012 COVID-19 patients have been cured. Thus, so far, a total of 2,71,696 patients have been cured of COVID-19. The recovery rate is 57.43% amongst COVID-19 patients.
Presently, there are 1,86,514 active cases and all are under active medical supervision.
ICSE board also to cancel class 10 and 12 board exams. However, ICSE doesn't agree to give option to students to write exam later, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta informs Supreme Court. (ANI)
Arunachal Pradesh records first COVID-19 death
The woman, a resident of West Kameng district, was suffering from chronic kidney disease and had returned from Delhi on June 11. She was kept at an institutional quarantine at Dirang. As her health deteriorated, she was tested for COVID-19 and was found positive on June 23.
If you go back, it becomes very difficult & people will face problems: Karnataka Dy CM on fresh lockdown in state
So far, we have provided counselling to over 5 lakh people, says Kerala Health Minister KK Shailaja
"Health Dept with Women & Child Dept is strengthening counselling services for people who are under stress due to COVID-19. We are counselling people through phones & in isolation wards. So far, we have provided counselling to over 5 lakh people," saidKerala Health Minister KK Shailaja.
We are launching a psychosocial project for counselling students in association with the education dept. Anganwadi and Asha workers will be carrying out the fieldwork. Students will be given counselling over the phone. The helpline number is 1056, she added.
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Situation under control, no community transmission, says Karnataka Health Minister
"We're working with the CM. We took opinion from experts. They're of the opinion that people from outside are coming to Bengaluru so the number of cases is increasing here," saidKarnataka Health Minister B Sriramulu.
Seal down has been implemented at four locations in Bengaluru. More testings are being done in these locations. We have also made arrangements to test senior citizens, he added.
ANI
Andhra Pradesh reports 477 new Covid-19 positive cases and 7 deaths in the last 24 hours, taking the total number of positive cases and deaths to 8783 and 136 respectively: State Health Department
India registers over 16,000 Covid-19 daily cases for first time; death toll rises by 418
This was the sixth consecutive day when coronavirus cases increased by more than 14,000. On June 20, the country registered an increase of 14,516 cases. On June 21, the increase was of 15,413 cases; 14,821 cases on June 22; 14,933 cases on June 23; and 15,968 cases on June 24.
Covid-19 recovery rate reaches 57.43 per cent in India
** During the last 24 hours, 13,012 people have recovered.
** Presently, the total number of active cases in the country is 1,86,514.
210 new COVID-19 positive cases reported in Odisha, taking the total number of positive cases in the state to 5962, of which 1815 are active cases and 4123 have recovered: Odisha Health Department
12 Army personnel test positive for Covid-19 in Nagaland
A group of army personnel had returned to Jakhama garrison from different parts of the country last week and were put under strict quarantine as per the military SOP rules within the camp jurisdiction, officials said.
Students awaiting commencement of SSLC examination at examination centre in Belagavi.
Students searching their examination room at SSLC examination centre in Belagavi, Karnataka on Thursday.
75,60,782 samples tested till 24th June. 2,07,871 samples tested in the last 24 hours: ICMR
Highest single-day spike of 16,922 new COVID-19 positive cases, 418 deaths reported in India in last 24 hours: Health Ministry
418 deaths and highest single-day spike of 16,922 new COVID-19 positive cases reported in India in last 24 hours. Positive cases in India stand at 4,73,105 including 1,86,514 active cases, 2,71,697 cured/discharged/migrated & 14,894 deaths: Ministry of Health & Family Welfare
World Health Organization expects the world will reach 10 million coronavirus cases within the next week.
Coronavirus: How the world is learning to live with a deadly pandemic
Around the world, governments that had appeared to tame the coronavirus are adjusting to the reality that the disease is here to stay. But in a shift away from damaging nationwide lockdowns, they are looking for targeted ways to find and stop outbreaks before they become third or fourth waves.
CM Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray has written to the Hon’ble PM Narendra Modi ji requesting intervention to direct the Medical Council of India to postpone the MD/MS examination till December 2020.
US states reimpose coronavirus measures as cases spike
With coronavirus cases surging across the US South and West, officials are once again imposing tough measures, from stay-at-home advice in worst-hit states to quarantines to protect recovering areas like New York.
WHO expects coronavirus cases to hit 10 million next week
The World Health Organization said Wednesday it expected coronavirus cases to hit 10 million worldwide in the next week, as it warned the virus was yet to peak in the Americas.
Total number of confirmed positive cases in India reaches 4,72,599; death toll stands at 14,879 as of June 24
Coronavirus Lockdown: IMF projects sharp contraction of 4.5% in Indian economy in 2020, a historic low
The IMF on Wednesday projected a sharp contraction of 4.5 per cent for the Indian economy in 2020, a "historic low," citing the unprecedented coronavirus pandemic that has nearly stalled all economic activities, but said the country is expected to bounce back in 2021 with a robust six per cent growth rate.
One more lockdown in Bengaluru? All eyes on Karnataka Cabinet meet
Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa’s Cabinet, which is scheduled to meet Thursday, is expected to discuss the need for another lockdown in the face of rising Covid-19 cases in the state, especially Bengaluru.
Karnataka all set to hold SSLC exam amid Covid-19 scare
Amid coronavirus scare in the state, the Karnataka Secondary Education Examination Board is all set to hold the Secondary School Leaving Certificate examination or 10th standard exam from Thursday with all precautionary measures in place.
Sanitization work undertaken at examination centres in Kalaburagi today, ahead of Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) exams that will commence tomorrow.
Maharashtra CM should avoid visiting Pandharpur: BJP MLC
BJP MLC Gopichand Padalkar demands that Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray should avoid visiting Pandharpur for annual 'mahapuja' of Lord Vitthal on 'Ashadhi Ekadashi' amid Covid-19 pandemic
No inter-district movement of Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation buses will be allowed from 25th June to 30th June. Movement of private vehicles to another district will be allowed only after obtaining e-passes: State CM Edappadi K Palaniswami
Lockdown in the state extended till 31st July with certain relaxations, according to ANI.
Central govt has issued an order mandating Covid-19 patients to visit Covid care centers for health assessment. Why does the govt want to make a patient with high fever stand in the line? I urge govt to roll back the order: Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal (ANI)
100% of Community Health Centers will be converted as exclusive 'fever clinics' in Karnataka
100% of Community Health Centers, 50% of Primary Health Centers and Urban Primary Health Centers will be converted as exclusive 'fever clinics' to screen fever cases for influenza-like illness (ILI)/severe acute respiratory infections (SARI): Karnataka Health Department (ANI)
From the newsroom: Rahul targets Modi over fuel price; urban cooperative banks to come under RBI
In today's episode, Hetero Healthcare has said that is set to deliver 20,000 vials of its antiviral drug Covifor (remdesivir) for the treatment of COVID-19, the BMTC has tested more than 1,300 drivers and conductors in 13 depots, 13 Bengaluru hospitals have agreed to nominate one of their branches for Covid-19 care, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi took a swipe at the Modi government over the increase in fuel prices and all cooperative banks and multi-state cooperative banks will come under the supervision of the Reserve Bank of India.
49 new Covid-19 positive cases reported in Manipur in the last 24 hours, taking the total number of positive cases in the state to 970 including 642 active cases and 328 recovered: State Health Department
Video clips show poor Covid-19 treatment in Mangaluru hospital
The video clippings allegedly showing lack of facilities and treatment for Covid-19 infected at Wenlock Hospital in Mangaluru is being circulated in social media.
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Coronavirus lockdown: Richest states will have biggest income losses, says SBI
India’s richest states will see the biggest declines in per capita income in the next year given that many of them are urbanized and were worst hit by the stringent lockdown conditions, according to research by the State Bank of India.
Under Operation Samudra Setu, Indian Navy repatriated 3305 Indian nationals from Maldives, Sri Lanka & Iran
Highest single-day spike of 152 new Covid-19 positive cases reported in Kerala
Highest single-day spike of 152 new Covid-19 positive cases reported in Kerala today, this is for the sixth consecutive day that Kerala has recorded more than 100 cases per day. There are 3603 cases in the state of which 1691 are active cases
Covid-19 cases breach 70,000-mark in Delhi with 3,788 new cases in the last 24 hours. Death toll at 2,365.
Out of the total, 26,588 are active cases and 41,437 people have recovered.
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Four new cases of Covid-19 reported in Indo-Tibetan Border Police Dept
Four new cases of Covid-19 reported in Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) over last 24 hours; active cases in the force now stand at 65, out of which 18 are in Delhi. Condition of all admitted is stable: ITBP statement (ANI)
Of 15 districts with highest Covid-19 death rate, four are from UP: Priyanka Gandhi
"Of the 15 districts with the highest death rate from Corona, 4 are from UP.
Jhansi: One death per 10 Corona victims
Meerut: One corona victim dies every 11
One out of every 14 Corona victims died in Agra and Etah
The thing to think is that if the cases are not increasing then why is the death rate so high?" says Priyanka Gandhi.
Committed to a vibrant MSME Sector: PM
"Committed to a vibrant MSME Sector!The Cabinet approved an interest subvention scheme for Shishu loan accounts under Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana. This scheme would provide valuable support and stability to small businesses," says PM Narendra Modi.
During today's Cabinet Meeting, landmark decisions have been taken aimed at accelerating economic growth, our strides in space as well as assisting our farmers, villages and small businesses. Crores of Indians will gain from the decisions, he said.
Cinema theatres in Chennai remain closed in wake of Covid-19 pandemic. A theatre employee says, "Theatres are closed since March 17 in the city and we have no idea when it will reopen."
Maharashtra: Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) is setting up a Covid care centre with a capacity of around 1000 beds in Mahalakshmi Race Course in Mumbai.
Karnataka: Mysuru City Corporation issues an order to close Devaraja market, Santhepete, Shivaramapete, Mannars market and Boti Bazaar for the next four days in view of the increasing number of Covid-19 cases.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee holds an all-party meeting over Covid-19 situation in the state, at Nabanna in Kolkata.
Senior Congress leader Digvijay Singh rides a cycle during a protest against hike in fuel price, in Bhopal, Wednesday, June 24, 2020. (PTI Photo)
India calls in army to run facilities in Delhi as coronavirus positive cases surge
The Union Home Ministry said the city would have around 20,000 additional beds available by next week at temporary facilities run by army doctors and nurses.
This auto rickshaw in Udupi is equipped with hand wash, sanitiser to fight Covid-19
Bengaluru cinema halls face problems due to Covid-19 lockdown
Karnataka: Cinema halls in Bengaluru face problems due to the closure of their operations in wake of Covid-19 pandemic. Arun Kumar, a theatre owner, says, "If it continues for another month, theatres will have to take tough decisions. We demand a 50% concession in fixed power charges."
The first patient arrives at Rlys' Covid-19 care centre in Delhi's Shakur Basti; around 15 more are expected to come: Railways
3 more test positive for Covid-19 in Mizoram; total now 145: Officials
Karnataka's SSLC exam to take place tomorrow: Health Minister
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Maldives to reopen its borders for international tourists from July 15
President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih today announced that the Maldives will re-open its borders for international tourists on July 15. Resorts, liveaboards & hotels at uninhabited islands will open from July 15. Guest Houses&hotels at inhabited islands will open from Aug 1:Ministry of Tourism, Maldives
Andhra reports 497 new COVID-19 cases
In the last 24 hours, 497 fresh Covid-19 cases and 10 deaths have been reported in Andhra Pradesh. Total positive cases stand at 10331 including 5423 active cases, 129 deaths and 4779 discharged cases: State Command Control Room
More 13 private hospitals' branches to treat Covid-19 patients in Bengaluru
4 more persons recover from Covid-19 in Meghalaya: CM
Four more persons have recovered from COVID-19 in Meghalaya, taking the total number of coronavirus cured patients in the state to 41, Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma said.
Only four active COVID-19 cases are now in Meghalaya as 41 people have recovered from the disease, he said.
Pakistan records 3,892 new coronavirus cases, tally reaches 188,926
The coronavirus tally in Pakistan reached 188,926 with the detection of 3,892 new cases in the last 24 hours, the health ministry said on Wednesday.
Chhattisgarh: 15 more BSF personnel contract Covid-19
Fifteen personnel of the Border Security Force (BSF) have tested positive for coronavirus in Chhattisgarh's Kanker district, officials said on Wednesday.
Covid-19 testing should be widely available to all symptomatic individuals: ICMR
Expanding the testing criterion for coronavirus, the Indian Council of Medical Research has said it should be made widely available to all symptomatic individuals across the country.
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Indian auto industry aims to cut dependence on Chinese imports: ACMA
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Rajasthan reports 7 new Covid-19 deaths
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Odisha reports 282 new COVID-19 cases
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Emirates suspends passenger services from Pakistan
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IPS officer tested Covid-19 positive in Bengaluru
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465 deaths and highest single-day spike of 15,968 new Covid-19 positive cases reported in India in last 24 hours: Ministry of Health
Positive cases in India now stand at 4,56,183 including 1,83,022 active cases, 2,58,685 cured/discharged/migrated & 14,476 deaths.
73,52,911 samples tested till 23rd June. 2,15,195 samples tested in the last 24 hours, saidIndian Council of Medical Research (ICMR).
157 fresh cases of COVID-19 reported in Bihar, cases mount to 8,050.
'Deeply sorry' Novak Djokovic admits organisers 'were wrong' to host Balkan event
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3 deaths, 879 new COVID-19 cases reported in Telangana; Tally rises to 9,553
Telangana continued to witness a major spike in COVID-19 cases on Tuesday with as many 879 new cases and three deaths being reported, taking the tally of positive cases in the state to 9,553 and fatalities to 220.
BBMP commissions 400-bed Covid care center at Haj Bhavan to treat asymptomatic patients
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VHP slams Vijay Rupani govt for 'hurting Hindus' over HC order rejecting Rath Yatra
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Food delivery man may be Beijing’s coronavirus new super spreader
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Delhi govt hospital guard beaten up by neighbour for 'spreading coronavirus'
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Excise Commissioner, Rajasthan issues guidelines to be followed in the wake of reopening of hotels and restaurants & sale of liquor in the state.
23 people found Covid-19 positive out of 975 samples tested in Tripura
23 people found Covid-19 positive out of 975 samples tested in Tripura. All of them have travel history & one is truck driver: Tripura Chief Minister Biplab Kumar Deb
31 Covid-19 positive cases, 1 death, 61 recovered in Uttarakhand
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Tamil Nadu: Covid-19 patients in bus, other passengers run helter-skelter
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Rajasthan reports 9 deaths and 395 new Covid-19 positive cases
Rajasthan reports 9 deaths and 395 new Covid-19 positive cases today. The total number of positive cases in the State stands at 15,627 including 3049 active cases and 365 deaths: State Health Department
With 549 new cases, Gujarat's COVID-19 count rises to 28,429, death toll up by 26 to 1,711: Health Dept
576 new COVID-19 positive cases in Uttar Pradesh
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Revised discharge policy of Karnataka allows patients who are asymptomatic to be discharged after ten days of positive report without a Covid-19 test
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322 new Covid-19 cases in Karnataka, tally 9,721
322 new Covid-19 cases in Karnataka, tally 9,721, active cases 3,563; toll rises to 150 with 8 more deaths, including 6 in Bengaluru Urban: Health Dept (PTI)
Covid-19: IRDAI allows insurers to offer short-term health policies
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Govt mulls imposing lockdown in Bengaluru: Karnataka Health Minister
With Bengaluru reporting an increasing number of COVID-19 cases, Karnataka health minister B Sriramulu on Tuesday said the government might have to impose a lockdown in the city, after consulting experts, if the situation continues.
Delhi reports 3,947 new COVID-19 cases
Delhi reports 3947 new COVID-19 cases and 68 deaths, today. Total number of positive cases stand at 66602 including 24988 active cases and 2301 deaths.
11 more deaths take COVID-19 toll in West Bengal to 580; confirmed cases reach 14,728 with 370 fresh infections: Health bulletin
ICMR advises all concerned state govts, public & private institutions/hospitals to take required steps to scale-up testing for #COVID19 by deploying combination of various tests which includes real-time RT-PCR, rapid antigen testing and antibody testing for serosurvey: ICMR (ANI)
Telangana government employees to get full salary this month: CM KCR
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Pay cuts were in effect for last three months due to Covid-19 affected revenue loss.
CM Rao took the decision today, as "the revenue situation is slowly improving" in the state.
Employee unions were unhappy with the pay cuts and demanded that they should get full pay from now on.
Shah counters Kejriwal, says decision on 10,000-bed COVID care centre taken 3 days ago
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Seven more Pakistan cricketers test positive for COVID-19
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Karnataka Medical Education and Covid-in-charge Minister Dr K Sudhakar's 10-year-old daughter, wife, father and one staff member has test positive
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Tamil Nadu reports 2,516 new Covid-19 cases, 1,227 discharges, and 39 deaths
Tamil Nadu reports 2,516 new Covid-19 cases, 1,227 discharges, and 39 deaths today. Total number of cases stands at 64,603 and death toll is at 833: State Health Department.
141 fresh Covid-19 cases, one death, and 60 recoveries reported in Kerala
141 fresh Covid-19 cases, one death, and 60 recoveries have been reported in Kerala today. Total number of positive cases stand at 3451 including 1620 active cases: Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan (ANI)
Ayush Ministry has taken cognizance of news in media about Ayurvedic medicines developed for COVID-19
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Novak Djokovic says he tested positive for coronavirus
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Keeping in mind the country's predicament amid the COVID-19 pandemic, I urge you to suspend the "deeply problematic" Central Vista project: CPI Parliamentary Party leader Binoy Viswam writes to PM Narendra Modi
India will see v-shaped recovery if Covid-19 is contained, says Chief Economic Adviser K V Subramanian
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Nepal’s COVID-19 tally crossed 10,000-mark
Nepal’s COVID-19 tally crossed 10,000-mark as 538 new cases have been registered in last 24 hours. The national tally now stands at 10,099, says nation's Health Ministry.
Received requests from several countries that their air carriers be allowed to participate in transportation of passengers: Ministry of Civil Aviation
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Covid-19: 200 Indian evacuees from Maldives arrive in Tamil Nadu
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Rajasthan sees 199 fresh COVID-19 cases; infection tally reaches 15,431
Rajasthan reported 199 fresh coronavirus cases on Tuesday, taking the state's total number of such cases to 15,431, officials said.
Uttarakhand detects 103 new COVID-19 positive cases
Uttarakhand detects 103 new COVID-19 positive cases today, taking the total number of positive cases in the state to 2505: State Health Department
Karnataka fixes Covid-19 treatment rates for patients in private hospitals
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Due to Lt Governor's order, pressure has increased on ambulance system, says Delhi Deputy CM Manish Sisodia
After Lt Governor ordered that every COVID-19 positive patient is required to visit quarantine centre for clinical assessment, a lot of pressure is being built on people. So, I have written a letter to LG requesting him to withdraw this order, said Sisodia.
Due to LG's order, pressure has increased on ambulance system & people, as police & administration are pressurising patients to visit a quarantine centre. The former system was better, wherein govt's team used to visit patients' residence for clinical assessment, he added.
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Govt says 1,340 Made in India ventilators delivered to states
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462 new COVID-19 cases & 8 deaths recorded in Andhra Pradesh in the last 24 hours, taking the total number of cases to 9834 including 5123 active cases. Number of deaths stands at 119: State Health Department
Hindu devotees dance as they arrive to attend the annual Rath Yatra, or chariot procession, amidst the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Ahmedabad, India, June 23, 2020. Credit/Reuters Photo
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"Except one, reports of all the others came out negative. The servitor who tested positive has been shifted to a COVID-19 hospital," the official said, adding that contact tracing has been initiated.
PM CARES Fund Trust allocates Rs. 2000 crore for supply of 50 thousand ‘Made in India’ ventilators to government-run COVID-19 hospitals in all states, UTs.
We have decided that Haj pilgrims from India will not be sent to Saudi Arabia for Haj 2020. Application money of more than 2.3 lakh pilgrims will be returned without cancellation deductions through direct transfer: Union Minister Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi
Meeting of Congress Working Committee (CWC), chaired by Congress President Sonia Gandhi, is underway. Dr Manmohan Singh, Rahul Gandhi and other party leaders also participating in the meeting, via video conference.
Coronavirus pandemic is not being tackled with courage and effort needed to tackle the crisis, said former PM Manmohan Singh at the CWC meet.
Mismanagement of COVID pandemic will be recorded as one of 'most disastrous failures' of Modi govt, saidSonia Gandhi.
167 new Covid-19 positive cases were reported in Odisha yesterday, taking the total number of positive cases in the state to 5470: Odisha Information & Public Relations Department
Saudi Arabia to hold 'very limited' hajj over coronavirus pandemic
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India's Covid-19 death toll rises to 14,011, cases climb to 4,40,215 with single-day spike of 312 fatalities and 14,933 new infections: MoHFW
Positive cases in India stand at 440215 including 178014 active cases, 248190 cured/discharged/migrated & 14011 deaths: Ministry of Health
WATCH | Idol of Lord Jagannath being brought to the chariot by priests and 'sevayats' for the Rath Yatra from Jagannath Temple in Puri
Gujarat CM Vijay Rupani inaugurates Rath Yatra in Ahmedabad
My heartiest greetings to all of you on the auspicious occasion of Lord Jagannath's Rath Yatra. I wish that this journey filled with reverence and devotion brings happiness, prosperity, good luck and health to the lives of the countrymen, says PM Modi
Gujarat High Court allows Jagannath Rath Yatra in Ahmedabad city slated on 23rd June with restrictions. In a late night order, Court allowed it as proposed by state government and temple authorities.
May the Lord bless us with courage and determination in our fight against COVID-19, says President Kovind on the occasion of Puri Jagannath Rath Yatra
Puri Jagannath Yatra: The Pahandi ritual (procession) begins. The chariots of the Lords Jagannath and Balabhadra and Goddess Subhadra to be pulled only by selective servitors and police officials.
There will be a total Junta Curfew. SC guidelinesfor Puri Rath Yatra will be followed.
SC allows Jagannath Rath Yatra with curfew and no public participation
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Rituals for Jagannath Puri Rath Yatra started this morning with Mangal Aarati followed by Mailam, Tadaplagi, Rosha hom, Aabakasha and Surya puja.
Karnataka Medical Education Minister K Sudhakar's wife and daughter test positive for Covid-19. Yesterday Sudhakar's 82-year-old father had tested positive for the virus.
Religious events helping to spread coronavirus, says WHO
Many countries that have been successful in tackling the novel coronavirus are seeing an increase in cases due to religious events and other vulnerable settings like expatriate gatherings, the World Health Organization's Maria Van Kerkhove said.
Three Pakistan cricketers test positive for coronavirus
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Covid-19: CM B S Yediyurappa cautions city officials to be alert over the next 15-days
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Delhi Covid-19 Update
Fresh Cases: 2909
Total: 62,655
In June: 42,991
Deaths: 58
Total: 2,233
Discharged:3,589
Total: 36,602
Under treatment: 23,820 (12,922 in home isolation)
Samples tested:3,84,696 (14,682 fresh samples; 20,247/million)
India will transform into middle-income economy by 2030: Niti Aayog vice chairman
Niti Aayog Vice Chairman Rajiv Kumar on Monday said India will transform into a middle-income country from a lower middle-income economy by 2030.
Supply free food grains to migrants till September: Sonia Gandhi tells PM Modi
In a letter to the Prime Minister, Gandhi also asked him to issue temporary ration cards to poor households that had been excluded from the public distribution system (PDS).
The government had announced supply of free food grains of 5 kg per person every month for May and June for migrant workers who were not covered under any central or state PDS scheme.
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390 new COVID-19 positive cases reported in Haryana today, taking the total number of positive cases to 11,025. A total of 5,916 people have recovered/discharged till date. The total death toll rises to 169: Health Department, Government of Haryana.
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has confirmed 3 players- Haider Ali, Haris Rauf and Shadab Khan have tested positive for COVID-19. The players had shown no symptoms until they were tested in Rawalpindi on Sunday ahead of Pakistan men’s national cricket team’s tour to England: PCB.
1128 fresh COVID-19 positive cases and 20 deaths have been reported in Mumbai today. Total number of positive cases rise to 67,635 including 34119 recovered/discharged cases, 29781 active cases and 3735 deaths: Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC).
More than 8.8 million COVID-19 cases have now been reported to WHO, and more than 465,000 people have lost their lives. Some countries are continuing to see a rapid increase in cases and deaths: Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director-General of WHO.
Delhi reports 2,909 new cases and 58 deaths today. The total number of positive cases stand at 62,655 including 36,602 recovered/discharged/migrated cases, 2,233 deaths, and 23,820 active cases.
3,721 new cases, 62 deaths and 1,962 discharged cases have been reported in Maharashtra today. The number of total cases rises to 1,35,796 including 67706 recovered cases, 6,283 deaths, and 61,793 active cases: State Health Department.
302 fresh COVID-19 cases and 7 deaths have been reported in Rajasthan till 8:30 pm today. Cumulative positive cases stand at 15,232 including 2,966 active cases, 356 deaths and 11,675 discharged cases: State Health Department.
West Bengal records 413 fresh COVID-19 cases in 24 hours. The tally of positive cases in the state stands at 14,358. The number of active cases is 5,102 and the tally of discharged is 8,687. 569 COVID-19 deaths have been reported so far. (DHNS)
We have to be extremely careful during Rath Yatra: Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik
We have to be extremely careful during Rath Yatra till Niladri Bije (religious leaders carrying the idol of the Jagannath Temple deity on a procession around the temple). I hope all participants who are part of the yatra obey the COVID-19 guidelines: Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik.
Indian scientists find COVID-19 gene in wastewater, hailed by global community
Scientists in India have for the first time detected genetic material of the SARS-CoV-2 virus in wastewater, a breakthrough that paves the way for using wastewater-based epidemiology (WBE) for real-time surveillance of COVID-19 in the country.
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Commuters stand inside circles to maintain social distancing as they wait to board a train at a railway station after some restrictions were lifted during the lockdown to slow the spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Mumbai. Credit: Reuters
Tamil Nadu reports 2,710 COVID-19 cases and 37 deaths, taking the total number of cases to 62,087 and death toll to 794. The number of active cases stands at 27,178: State Health Department.
COVID-19: Kerala sees fourth consecutive day of record spike with 138 fresh cases
People from abroad and other states constitute the major chunk of those being infected. Of the 138 found infected on Monday, 87 were from abroad and 47 from other states. Only four got infected through a local contact.
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COVID-19: Railways to implement austerity measures, cut down on wasteful expenditure
With revenue to take hit severely due to COVID-19 pandemic, Indian Railways is working on to implement strict austerity measures by cutting down on wasteful expenditure in the organisation including reducing ticket booking counters and reducing cost on staff.
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Bihar recorded 206 fresh cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, taking total number of cases to 7,808 including 5,767 recoveries and 52 deaths: State Health Department.
Coronavirus: Delhi government to give pulse oximeters to those in home isolation, says CM Arvind Kejriwal
Addressing an online media briefing, Kejriwal said in the last one week, there was a rise of only 1,000 active coronavirus cases, which indicates that the COVID-19 situation is slowly getting stabilised in the city.
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From the Newsroom: Lockdown in parts of Bengaluru; Manmohan Singh hits out at PM Modi and JP Nadda
From the Newsroom, in today's episode, the Karnataka government has imposed lockdown in four areas namely K R Market, Chamarajpet, Kalasipalya and Chickpet, Former prime minister Dr Manmohan Singh has said that PM Narendra Modi must be mindful of the implications of his words, BJP president J P Nadda counters Dr Manmohan Singh, Mizoram hit by an earthquake of 5.3 magnitudes and The price of Petrol hiked by 33 paise per litre and diesel by 58 paise.
Kerala records 138 more COVID-19 cases on Monday, while 88 recovered. Total COVID-19 active cases in Kerala now stands at 1,540. (DHNS)
Karnataka reports 249 new COVID-19 cases and 5 deaths today. The total number of cases stands at 9,399 including 5,730 discharges, 3523 active cases, and 142 deaths: State Health Department.
Till date, our recovery rate is 63.3% while the mortality rate is 0.16% with 10 deaths. As of now, confirmed COVID-19 cases are 5586, of which 2170 patients are hospitalised and 3521 patients have recovered: Assam Health Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.
The total number of COVID-19 positive cases in Chandigarh is now 410, including 82 active cases, 6 deaths and 322 cured cases: Chandigarh Health Department.
443 new COVID19 positive cases, 5 deaths reported in the state, in last 24 hours, 83 discharged in Andhra Pradesh. The total number of positive cases in the state rises to 9372, including 111 deaths and 4435 discharged: State Command Control Room.
Delhi Health Minister Satyendar Jain shifted to General Ward following improvement in his health condition, his oxygen support has been removed: Office of Delhi Health Minister.
Karnataka's Minister for Medical Education Dr K Sudhakar's father admitted in hospital.
Gujarat HC refuses to entertain a petition moved by an NGO "Hindu Yuva Vahini" seeking permission to allow annual Rath Yatra procession of Lord Jagannath in Ahmedabad to be carried out symbolically on shortened route. (DHNS)
Goa's first COVID-19 death: Health dept to conduct final rites
Hours after a 85-year-old man became Goa's first COVID-19 victim, Chief Minister Pramod Sawant said the body would not be handed over to kin and the final rites will be conducted by government authorities.
He said the man, who died at Margao's ESI Hospital, was a resident of Sattari taluka's Morlem village, which has already been declared a containment zone.
"The body will not be handed over to the family. The state health department will conduct the final rites as per laid down protocol," he said.
"The man who died was suffering from asthma, diabetes, chronic pulmonary disease and was bedridden for the past four years," the CM added. (PTI)
Complete lockdown in jurisdiction of Madurai Corporation limits, Paravai Town Panchayat and rural blocks of Madurai east, Madurai west and Thiruparankundram from 23.06.2020 to 30.06.2020: Government of Tamil Nadu.
First open source all-atom models of COVID-19 'spike' protein produced
Scientists have produced the first open source all-atom models of full-length spike protein of the novel coronavirus that facilitates its entry into the host cells, an advance that may aid faster COVID-19 vaccine and antiviral drug development.
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Supreme Court says, Puri rath yatra will be held with coordination of Temple committee, State and central Govt without compromising with health issue.
Supreme Court has allowed Rath Yatra to be conducted in Puri, Odisha with certain restrictions.
Kamakhya temple in Assam gives up Ambubachi mela due to COVID-19 fear
Unlike Jagannath temple at Puri in Odisha, priests at the ancient Kamakhya temple situated atop Nilachal hills in Guwahati gave up the annual Ambubachi mela congregation in order to prevent the spread of coronavirus.
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Uttarakhand records 57 new COVID-19 cases
57 new COVID-19 positive cases and 11 patients treated/cured today. Total number of positive cases here rises to 2401, including 1511 recovered and 27 deaths: Uttrakhand State Control Room COVID-19
17 new COVID-19 cases in Puducherry, tally 383, active cases 226: Health Minister Malladi Krishna Rao
Karnataka CM directs officials to strictly implement lockdown measures
Karnataka CM BS Yediyurappa directs officials to strictly implement lockdown measures in clusters that have reported more number of COVID-19 cases
Serious symptomatic patients to be admitted to COVID-19 hospitals: Karnataka Dy CM
Serious symptomatic patients will be admitted to COVID-19 hospitals & rest will be kept at COVID-19 care centres. We'll be having not less than 20,000 beds at these centres. We've a big number of beds at COVID hospitals & we're listing Pvt hospitals: Karnataka Dy CM CN Ashwath Narayan
The recovery rate is 55.77% among COVID-19 patients: Ministry of Health
India has one of the lowest cases per lakh population: WHO
The WHO Situation Report 153 of 21June 2020 shows that India has one of the lowest cases per lakh population in spite of its high population density. India’s cases per lakh population are 30.04 while the global average is more than its triple at 114.67: Ministry of Health
Karnataka maintaining recovery rate of 61.39% for COVID-19 patients
We are steadily maintaining a healthy recovery rate of 61.39% & mortality rate remains low at 1.49%. We're continuing to effectively trace contacts of the positive case within 24 hours&every inter-state arrivals is being quarantined for 14 days: Karnataka Minister for Medical Education
59 suspected coronavirus patients admitted in isolation ward at UP's Mau station since June 20, 8 discharged: Rlys
BBMP to impose lockdown in Bengaluru's KR Market, Chamrajpet, Kalasipalya, and Chickpete: R Ashok
Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagar Palike proposesto impose lockdown in KR Market, Chamarajpet, Kalasipalya, and Chickpete. Govt approves it, according to Revenue Minister R Ashok
Delhi government will provide pulse oximeter to all home quarantine cases for mild COVID-19 cases, says CM Kejriwal
India fighting 2 wars against China, says Delhi CM
Today we are fighting two wars against China - one at the border and another against the virus from China. Our 20 brave soldiers did not back down, we also will not retreat and will win both the wars: Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal
25,000 active COVID-19 cases in Delhi, around 12,000 people under home isolation: CM Arvind Kejriwal
People in Delhi to not face any issues while testing: Kejriwal
Testing has been doubled, earlier it was 5,000 tests per day, now it is around 18,000 per day. Now people will not face any issues in getting tested: Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal
Rajasthan records 67 new COVID-19 cases
67 new cases, no new deaths reported in the state till 1030 am today, taking the total number of positive cases in the state to 14,997: Rajasthan Health Department
55 cops in Mumbai test COVID-19 positive in 24 hours
1 death, 55 police personnel tested positive in the last 24 hours, the total number of positive cases in Maharashtra Police is now 4,103.
Delhi HC stays probe, other proceedings in connection with FIR against Sir Ganga Ram Hospital for alleged violation of COVID-19 norms
57 girls at Uttar Pradesh children's shelter home test COVID-19 positive, 5 of them pregnant
Fifty-seven girls at a state-run children's shelter home in Uttar Pradesh's Kanpur district have tested positive for COVID-19, with five of them found to be pregnant, an administration official said on Sunday.
As COVID-19 cases spike, quarantine facilities augmented in Maharashtra's Palghar
As the urban conglomeration of Vasai-Virar tackles a sudden spike inCOVID-19cases, the bed strength in hospitals has been augmented significantly.
Over the past fortnight, the Vasai Virar City Municipal Corporation (VVCMC) has seen a surge in COVID-19 cases and deaths, forcing the administration to clamp lockdown is certain areas of the township.
Rath yatra can be held without public participation: Centre to SC
Centrementions the annual RathYatra matter before the Supreme Court and says, it can be held without public participation keeping in view the COVID19 pandemic.
COVID-19 cases in Odisha reach 5,303
143 new positive cases were reported in Odisha yesterday, taking the total number of positive cases in the state to 5303 including 3720 recovered and 1562 active cases: Information & Public Relations Dept. Govt. of Odisha
Nagaland reports 69 new COVID-19 cases
Out of 275 samples tested, 69 new cases of COVID-19 have been reported. The total number of positive cases stands at 280, of which 139 are active and 141 have recovered: S Pangnyu Phom, Minister for Health & Family Welfare, Govt. of Nagaland.
Karnataka CM calls an emergency meeting to discuss measures to control COVID-19 surge in Bengaluru
Karnataka CM BS Yediyurappa calls an emergency meeting of concerned officials and departments today, to discuss measures to control rising COVID-19 cases in Bengaluru.
Nigerian scientists discover COVID-19 vaccine: Report
India's count of COVID-19 cases reaches 4,25,282
445 deaths and spike of 14,821 new COVID-19 positive cases reported in India in last 24 hrs. Positive cases in India stand at 4,25,282 including 1,74,387 active cases, 2,37,196 cured/discharged/migrated & 13,699 deaths: Ministry of Health
First COVID-19 death in Goa; 85-year-old woman loses battle with coronavirus: Health Minister Vishwajit Rane
Ensure verification of COVID-19 cases within 24 hours: Delhi govt to DMs
The Delhi government on Sunday directed all district magistrates to ensure that the daily reported cases of coronavirus are verified within 24 hours and scale up their operations by constituting additional surveillance teams if needed.
WHO reports record daily increase in coronavirus cases
The World Health Organization reported a record increase in global coronavirus cases on Sunday, with the total rising by 183,020 in a 24-hour period.
Assam records highest single-day spike in COVID-19 cases, crosses 5,500-mark
The number of COVID-19 cases rose to 5,586 in Assam on Sunday, with 331 people testing positive, the highest in a single day, according to state Health Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.
The previous single-day highest was 285 cases on June 4.
Oil edges up on tighter supply, but demand concerns check gains
Oil prices nudged higher on Monday on tighter supplies from major producers, but concerns that a record rise in global coronavirus cases could curb a recovery in fuel demand checked gains.
Brent crude rose 9 cents, or 0.2%, to $42.28 a barrel by 0009 GMT, while U.S. crude was at $39.76 a barrel, up 1 cent.
COVID-19: Contact tracing fumbles in Bengaluru as city sees sudden surge in cases
Unlock 1.0 has made the process of COVID-19 contact tracing more difficult in Bengaluru, which is seeing a sudden surge in cases.
From June 8 to 21, the city saw 796 freshCOVID-19 cases, but in a disturbing sign the source of infection is not known for 522 of them. These cases include interstate travellers, people with ILI/SARI and cases categorised as “contacts under tracing”.
COVID-19: No school till Dasara, appeal most parents
Almost 80% of parents are not ready to send their children to school until there is a proper solution/treatment for Covid-19 orat least till the Dasara holidays.
Delhi's coronavirus death rate 11 times national average
Delhi is being ravaged by the COVID-19 outbreak, with the national capital reporting 3,000 new patients on Sunday evening, taking the total confirmed cases to 59,746.
Trump spoke tongue in cheek: White House adviser on US president's 'slow virus testing' remark
White House trade adviser Peter Navarro says USPresident Donald Trump was being “tongue in cheek” when he claimed at a campaign rally in Oklahoma that he asked officials to slow down coronavirus testing.
The Lead: Reel and real life hero Sonu Sood on how he is helping migrant workers reach home
The Lead from Deccan Herald Podcasts brings to you voices from across the spectrum and various spheres of life. In this episode, DH's Nina C George speaks to actor Sonu Sood about how he is helping migrant workers reach home and bring a smile on their faces.
Brazil passes 50,000 deaths from coronavirus: AFP news agency quoting an official
162 new COVID-19 cases in Bihar, tally 7,665, active cases 1,983; death toll 51 with a fatality each Begusarai & Gaya districts: Health Dept
Trump spoke tongue in cheek: White House adviser on US president's 'slow virus testing' remark
White House trade adviser Peter Navarro says USPresident Donald Trump was being “tongue in cheek” when he claimed at a campaign rally in Oklahoma that he asked officials to slow down coronavirus testing.
Dubai opens up to tourists from July 7
Dubai announced on Sunday it would allow tourists back in the Gulf city state from July 7 after a closure of more than three months to contain the coronavirus.
Grigor Dimitrov tests positive for coronavirus, week after playing in Novak Djokovic event
Grigor Dimitrov said Sunday he has tested positive for coronavirus, just a week after he played an exhibition tournament alongside world number one Novak Djokovic.
Maharashtra COVID-19 cases spike by 3,870 to over 1.32 lakh; 101 die
Maharashtra on Sunday reported 3,870 new COVID-19 cases and 101 deaths, including 41 from Mumbai, taking the total tally to 1,32,075 and fatalities to 6,170, a health official said.
Gujarat's COVID-19 count crosses 27,000-mark; deaths 1,664
With Gujarat reporting 580 new coronavirus positive cases on Sunday, the number of patients in the state crossed the 27,000-mark, the state health department said.
COVID-19 tally in Karnataka breaches 9,000-mark; Bengaluru reports 196 new infections
As many as 453 new coronavirus cases were confirmed on Sunday including 196 in Bengaluru alone, taking the total number of infections in Karnataka to 9,150, the Health Department said.
Telangana recorded 730 new COVID-19 cases, taking the total number of cases to 7,802. Death toll rises to 210 after 7 deaths were reported today. There are 3861 active cases and 3731 discharged: State Health Department
Maharashtra's COVID-19 case count up by 3,870 to 1,32,075 and deaths by 101 to 6,170: Health official
Positive cases: 3870
Progressive total: 132075
Deaths today: 101
Progressive total: 6170
Patients discharged today: 1591
Progressive total: 65744
19-year-old Muslim student moves Supreme Court seeking recall of its order staying Jagannath Rath Yatra
With great confidence, Hossen said that "the apex court will allow holding the rath yatra once it gets to know the fact that the managing committee is in favour of conducting it on a limited scale in the absence of devotees in view of the COVID-19 pandemic".
Coronavirus: Doubling rate in Mumbai goes up to 34 days
As of now, Mumbai has over 65,000 COVID-19 positive cases and, it has reported3,600 deaths. The recovery rate in Mumbai is now 50 per cent.
412 new COVID-19 positive cases have been reported in Haryana today, taking the total number of cases to 10635: State Health Department
West Bengal reports 414 fresh COVID-19 positive cases, 15 deaths and 432 discharged cases in the last 24 hours. The total number of positive cases stands at 13945 in the state, of which 5093 are active cases. The death toll is at 555: Health Department
India's COVID-19 tally crosses 4 lakh with highest single-day spike of 15,413 cases
India took 64 days to cross the one lakh-mark from 100 cases, another fortnight to reach the grim milestone of two lakh cases and then in another 10 days, it went past the three-lakh mark.
14 more personnel of Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) tested positive for COVID-19 in the last 24 hours. There are total 58 active cases & 210 have recovered till date: Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP)
Gujarat reports 580 fresh cases of COVID-19 and 25 deaths, in the last 24 hours. State tally rises to 27,317 including 19,357 cured/discharged and 1,664 deaths: State Health Department
Delhi COVID-19 Update - June 21
Total cases: 59,746
Fresh Cases: 3,000 [In June: 40,082 (67.02% of total)]
Deaths: 63
Total deaths: 2,175
Discharged: 1,719
Total discharged: 33,013
Under treatment: 24,558 (12,106 in home isolation)
Samples tested: 3,70,014 (18,105 fresh samples 19,474/million)
Karnataka reports 453 fresh COVID-19 cases & 5 deaths, taking total number of active cases to 3,391 & death toll to 137: State Health Department
When we look at the number of COVID-19 cases & deaths, we find ourselves in a satisfactory situation. In a state of around 24 crore population, there are only 6,000 active cases of the disease: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath
Tamil Nadu reports the highest single-day spike of 2,532 COVID-19 cases; 53 deaths reported in the last 24 hours. The total number of cases stands at 59377. There are 25863 active cases now in the state. Death toll rises to 757: State Health Department
133 fresh COVID-19 cases in Kerala -- highest single-day spike
Total infected so far: 3172
Fresh cases today: 133
Now under treatment:1,490
Deaths: 21
Total recovery/discharged: 1659
Recovery today: 93
In home and institutional quarantine:1,41,919
In hospital observation: 2050
Samples tested so far:1,83,201
Results pending: 3460
Coronavirus outbreak: Delhi government issues revised order on home isolation
An assessment will also be done to check whether adequate facilities like minimum two rooms and a separate toilet exist so that the family members and neighbours are protected and a cluster of cases does not develop in that locality, according to the order.
Dharavi had 491 cases in April with 12% growth rate & case doubling period of 18 days. Proactive measures adopted by BMC reduced COVID-19 growth rate to 4.3% in May 2020 & further to 1.02% in June: Health Ministry
Home Minister Amit Shah to hold a meeting over COVID-19 with Delhi Lt Governor Anil Baijal and other senior officials, today. Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal and Deputy CM Manish Sisodia to attend the meeting via video conferencing.
477 new COVID-19 cases in Andhra Pradesh, tally 8,929, active cases 4,516; toll rises to 106 with 5 more deaths
Uttarakhand reports 23 new COVID-19 cases
Uttarakhand detects 23 new COVID-19 positive cases today, taking total positive cases in the state to 2324: State Health Department
'Delhi Health Minister Satyendar Jain's health improved'
The health condition of Delhi Health Minister Satyendar Jain has improved after being administered plasma therapy. His fever has subsided and oxygen level has improved. Doctors say that he can be shifted to the general ward by tomorrow: Office of Delhi Health Minister
88 new Maharashtra cops test COVID-19 positive
88 new COVI-19 positive cases and 1 death recorded in the last 24 hours in Maharashtra Police, taking the total number of positive cases and deaths to 4,048 and 47 deaths: Maharashtra Police
How many times has your ICMR changed guidelines: Telangana Health Minister
How many times has your ICMR changed guidelines, you must think about it. We asked for 1000 ventilators but you have given us only 50. Our machine was diverted to Kolkata by ICMR on the orders of PM. We ordered the machine but you diverted it there: Telangana Health Minister
Markets and roads wear a deserted look in Kochi
Rest will have to continue to stay in COVID-19care centres as per MoHFW guidelines. That in-home isolation must follow home isolation guidelines by MoHFW&stay in touch with health care providers so if their condition deteriorates, they can be moved to COVID hospitals: Delhi Govt
If the adequate facility for home isolation exists, & person on clinical assessment is found to have no co-morbidities & doesn't require hospitalisation, he would be offered to either continue to stay in COVID centre/paid isolation facility or can opt for home isolation: Delhi Govt
COVID-19 positive patients to be referred to care centres for assessment
Individuals who are positive will be referred to COVID-19 care centres for assessment of clinical conditions, the severity of illness & co-morbidities. Physical assessment to be done for adequate facilities for home isolation so that cluster of cases doesn't develop in locality: Delhi Govt
Two test positive in Himachal Pradesh
Two more people tested positive for COVID-19 in Himachal Pradesh, taking total number of active cases to 233: State Health Department
Andhra Pradesh records 477 new COVID-19 cases
477 new COVID-19 cases and 5 deaths recorded in Andhra Pradesh in the last 24 hours, taking a total number of cases to 8,929 including 4,516 active cases. Number of deaths stands at 106: State Health Department
The number of samples for COVID-19 continues to grow: Govt
The number of samples being tested every day also continues to grow. In the last 24 hours, 1,90,730 samples were tested. The total number of samples tested thus far is 68,07,226: Government of India
13,925 COVID-19 patients cured in 24 hours, says govt
Number of patients recovering from COVID-19 continues to increase. So far, 2,27,755 patients have been cured. During the last 24 hours, a total of 13,925 COVID-19 patients have been cured. The recovery rate has further improved to 55.49% amongst COVID-19 patients: Govt of India
Migrant flight from Mumbai to Imphal
In the nation's battle against the COVID-19 pandemic, AirAsia India stood true to their purpose of supporting migrant communities by airlifting 180 more stranded countrymen from Mumbai to Kolkata and Imphal today, in continuation of its ‘Umeed Ki Udaan’ initiative which has flown over 2700 migrants home on specially chartered flights. Working closely with the support of National Law School Alumni, actor Sonu Sood, State Governments and private bodies and individuals, #UmeedKiUdaan took wings as flight operations resumed in India, helping stranded migrant workers from across the country reach home. As per standard protocol, all guests are screened before boarding and provided customized AirAsia safety kits comprising Masks, Sanitiser and Face Shields for their personal safety.
Assam's COVID-19 tally rises to 5,388 after 133 new cases detected
133 new COVID-19 cases reported in Assam, taking total cases to 5,388 including 3,202 recoveries and 9 deaths: State Health Department
Odisha reports 304 new COVID-19 cases
Odisha records 304 fresh cases of COVID-19, taking the total number of cases to 5,160 including 1,607 active cases: State Health Department
Pune records highest single-day spike of 823 new COVID-19 cases
Highest single-day spike of 823 positive COVID-19 cases and 24 deaths reported in Pune today. Total number of positive cases and death toll rise to 15004 and 584 respectively: Pune Health Department
Rajasthan reports 154 new COVID-19 cases
Rajasthan reports 154 new COVID-19 positive cases and 4 deaths today, taking the total number of positive cases and deaths to 14691 and 341 respectively: State Health Department
Chennai's Amma Canteen distributed free food to people
Highest single-day spike in India with 15,413 new cases, death toll at 13,254
306 deaths and highest single-day spike of 15413 new COVID-19 positive cases reported in India in the last 24 hrs. Positive cases in India cross 4 Lakh, stands at 4,10,461 including 169451 active cases, 227756 cured/discharged/migrated & 13254 deaths: Ministry of Health
215 bodies found in Mexico mass graves
At least 215 bodies were found between January and May in nine mass graves near Guadalajara, in Mexico's Jalisco state, authorities said Saturday.
US sees 568 more COVID-19 deaths as infections rise
The United States lost another 568 people to the new coronavirus in the 24 hours leading up to 8:30 pm Saturday (0030 GMT Sunday), according to a tally by Johns Hopkins University.
Hollywood poised for big-screen gamble as theaters reopen
After more than three months of coronavirus-mandated limbo, Hollywood is headed back to the big screen -- and hoping that Russell Crowe's road rage thriller "Unhinged" will jump-start the recovery.
Amid COVID-19, Yoga can help keep body fit and mind serene, says President Ram Nath Kovind
President Ram Nath Kovind on Sunday said practicing yoga can help keep the body fit and mind serene amid the coronavirus pa
Extending greetings on the International Day of Yoga, he said the ancient science of yoga is India’s great gift to the world.
249 fresh COVID-19 cases in Assam push tally to 5,255: Health Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma
Manipur reports 96 new COVID-19 cases, state's tally reaches 777; active cases stand at 545: Officials
COVID-19 attacks our respiratory system, 'Prayanam' a breathing exercise keeps breathing system strong, says PM
COVID-19 attacks our respiratory system.'Pranayam', a breathing exercise is something that helps us the most in making our respiratory system strong: Prime Minister Narendra Modi
If our immunity is strong, we can fight against COVID-19: PM Modi
The worldis realising the need for Yoga, even more, today due to the Coronavirus Pandemic. If our immunity is strong then it helps in fighting against the disease. There are Yoga practices that boost our immunity & improve metabolism: Prime Minister Narendra Modi
Six Donald Trump staffers working Tulsa rally test positive for COVID-19
Six members of a campaign advance team working in Tulsa ahead of Donald Trump's Saturday rally here have tested positive for COVID-19, his campaign said hours before the president was set to take the stage.
Six Trump staffers working Tulsa rally test positive for COVID-19: campaign
COVID-19 effect: AAI gives more time to Adani group to take over management of 3 privatised airports
The Airports Authority of India (AAI) has given three more months to the Adani group to take over the management of three privatised airports of Ahmedabad, Mangaluru and Lucknow due to the COVID-19 scenario, according to the Civil Aviation Ministry.
Delhi COVID-19 Update
Fresh Cases: 3,630 (highest for a day)
Total: 56,746
In June: 37,082 (65.34% of total)
Deaths: 77
Total: 2,112
Discharged: 7,725
Total: 31,294
Under treatment: 23,340 (12,611 in home isolation)
Samples tested: 3,51,909 (17,533 fresh samples;18521/million)
Coronavirus tally in Haryana surpasses 10,000-mark
Five coronavirus deaths were reported from Haryana on Saturday, all from the worst-affected Gurgaon and Faridabad districts, while the virus count rose to 10,223 with 480 fresh cases, according to a state government bulletin.
518 private hospitals, two stadiums, one ashram allowed to treat COVID-19 patients
The state on Saturday authorised 518 private hospitals and medical colleges in Karnataka empanelled under Ayushman Bharat-Arogya Karnataka (AB-ArK) to treat COVID-19 patients henceforth. 44 of these facilities are in Bengaluru.
COVID-19 situation a blessing in disguise, says Union minister Nitin Gadkari
The unprecedented situation caused by the coronavirus pandemic should be viewed as a blessing in disguise, Union minister Nitin Gadkari said on Saturday.
592 new cases reported today in Uttar Pradesh. A total of 374 patients recovered today, taking the total number of recovered cases to 10369. Active cases stand at 6237, death toll is at 529
518 private hospitals and medical colleges in Karnataka empanelled under Ayushman Bharat Arogya Karnataka authorised to treat COVID-19 patients henceforth. 44 are in Bengaluru.
Ravishankar Ashram, Kanteerava Stadium and Koramangala Indoor Stadium in Bengaluru to act as COVID-19 Care Centres.
Coronavirus: Now, Andhra Pradesh too cancels 10th board exams
On Saturday, state Education Minister Adimulapu Suresh announced the decision to promote all the 6.3 lakh students without exams.
416 new cases and 9 deaths have been reported in Karnataka today. Total number of cases stands at 8697 and death toll is at 132: State Health Department
West Bengal records 441 fresh COVID-19 cases in 24 hours. Total cases: 13531. Active cases:5126. Total deaths: 540. Discharged: 7865. Samples tested: 390942
Tamil Nadu reports 2396 fresh COVID-19 cases & 38 deaths today, taking the total number of cases to 56845. There are 24822 active cases now in the state. Death toll rises to 704: State Health Department
Kerala records highest ever single-day positive cases with 127 fresh COVID-19 cases
Total infected so far: 3039
Now under treatment : 1,450
Deaths: 21
Total recoveries/discharged: 1566
Recovered/discharged today: 57
In home and institutional quarantine: 1,39,340
In hospital observation: 2036
Samples tested so far: 1,78,7583
Results pending: 3790
Delhi LG Anil Baijal withdraws 5-day mandatory quarantine for all COVID-19 patients in Delhi:
Andhra Pradesh govt has decided not to conduct 10th class exams in the wake of COVID-19: State Education Minister Adimulapu Suresh
Relatives and health workers wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) suits perform the burial of a woman, who died of COVID-19, during her funeral at a graveyard, in Srinagar, Saturday, June 20, 2020. Credit/PTI Photo
There are 986 active cases of COVID-19 in Maharashtra Police while 46 personnel have so far died due to the disease: Maharashtra Police
Limits on airfares may be extended beyond Aug 24 depending on situation: Aviation Secretary
The government resumed domestic passenger flights from May 25 after nearly two months of suspension to combat the coronavirus outbreak, but placed lower and upper limits on airfares depending upon the flight duration.
Have never been more hopeful about the divestment of Air India than I am right now. It has shown its worth, says Puri
If the skies are opened by the states without restrictions, the demand can go up to 50% from 33% currently. But the battle against the pandemic is federal, says Puri
Our invitations to private carriers to participate in Vande Bharat Mission was there all along, says Puri
"Our invitations to private carriers to participate was there all along. Many of them told us they neededa little time. Even when we started the operation, the private carriers preferred to run charters rather than Vande Bharat," said Civil Aviation Minister Hardeep Singh Puri.
"Vande Bharat is characterised by fixed fares which specially becomeimportant when you’re carrying out large scale numbers including from the Gulf -- these are people who’ve gone out as workers, labour and so on. Whereas the charters are not hired by us. I suspect the charters earn more money than the Vande Bharat," he added.
Total 581 inbound and 589 outbound flights have flown under the Vande Bharat Mission till 18th June by Air India Group
Any suggestion that international traffic has opened up & we are the only one not to open up needs reality check. The exact time when we will resume international flight depends on the other countries to be open to receive flights, says Puri
In absence of a decision on resumption of international civil aviation which will depend on other countries opening up, we are left with no option but to continue what I call evacuation & repatriation flights under managed & controlled conditions, he added.
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Domestic private carriers have been offered to operate 750 repatriation flights in 3rd, 4th phases of Vande Bharat Mission: Aviation Minister
Around 2,75,000 stranded Indians brought back to India during lockdown: Puri
Close to 2,75,000 Indians, who were stranded in foreign countries, have been brought back to the country in flights and ships during the lockdown: Union Civil Aviation Minister Hardeep Singh Puri
140 new cops test COVID-19 positive in Mumbai
1 death and 140 new COVID-19 positive cases reported among police personnel in the last 48 hours. The total number of positive cases rise to 3,960 including 46 deaths and 2,925 recoveries: Maharashtra Police
Bengaluru's Cubbon Park police station sealed due to COVID-19
Pune district's count of COVID-19 cases crosses 14,000-mark
The number of coronavirus positive cases in the Pune district of Maharashtra crossed the 14,000-mark after 542 people were found infected in the last 24 hours, a health official said on Saturday.
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals launches drug for treatment of COVID-19: Company statement
Rajasthan reports 158 fresh coronavirus cases; state's infection tally reaches 14,314: Officials
3 new fatalities in Jammu and Kashmir
Three more COVID-19 patients die in Jammu and Kashmir, taking the number of fatalities due to the virus in the union territory to 78: Officials
If home isolation ends in Delhi, there'll be chaos, says Sisodia
Chief Minister said if home isolation ends in Delhi there will be chaos. Currently, there are more than 10,000 people under home isolation and there are only 6,000 beds at quarantine centers, where will we accommodate all the people?: Manish Sisodia, Delhi Deputy Chief Minister
Delhi govt wants 60% beds at reduced price: Manish Sisodia
Central Government has made the proposal to reduce rates for just 24% beds in private hospitals, Delhi Government wants at least 60% beds at reduced prices. This is what we have been demanding: Manish Sisodia, Delhi Deputy Chief Minister after attending SDMA meet on COVID-19.
No consensus reached in SDMA meeting: Manish Sisodia
A consensus could not be reached at today's SDMA meeting on rates of beds at private hospitals & LG's order of ending home isolation. Another meeting will be held at 5 pm today: Manish Sisodia, Delhi Deputy Chief Minister
Puducherry reports 52 new COVID-19 cases
Puducherry records 52 fresh cases of COVID-19, taking the total number of cases to 338 including 131 recoveries and 7 deaths: Puducherry Health Department
COVID-19 cases reach 628 in Himachal Pradesh: State Health Department
There's already shortage of healthcare staff, says Kejriwal: Report
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal at today's SDMA meeting said there is already a shortage of healthcare staff, how will it be possible to arrange doctors & nurses for thousands of patients at quarantine centres: Sources
Why Delhi not following ICMR guidelines on home quarantine, says Kejriwal: Report
Delhi Chief Minister Kejriwal said when the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) is allowing home-isolation for asymptomatic & mildly symptomatic cases across the country why different rules are being implemented in Delhi: Sources
CM Kejriwal opposes LG's decision on 5-day compulsory institutional quarantine
Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal at today's SDMA meeting opposed LG Anil Baijal's decision of 5-day compulsory institutional quarantine for COVID-19 patients. He said this will make people evade testing which will further increase the spread of infection: Sources
Tokyo reports 39 new COVID-19 cases
Bengaluru head constable under treatment for COVID-19 passes away
A 56-year-old head constable who was attached to Kalasipalya police station has passed away on Saturday morning.
The deceased was tested positive two days back and was admitted in the COVID-19ward in Victoria hospital. He passed away while undergoing treatment.
It is our endeavour that workers get jobs near home; till now you were developing cities, now you will help your village: PM
Indian villages fought COVID-19: PM Modi
COVID-19 is a huge menace, the whole world has been shaken by it but you stood tall. The way India's villages have fought corona, it has taught a lesson even to the cities: Prime Minister Narendra Modi
DDMA to oppose LG's order of ending home isolation
Delhi Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) meeting is scheduled for 12 pm today. We will oppose LG's order of ending home isolation in this meeting. Ending home isolation is against ICMR guidelines & will create chaos in Delhi: Manish Sisodia, Delhi Deputy CM
All COVID-19 patients to be kept in quarantine centres for 5 days: AAP MLA
As per yesterday's order, all COVID-19 patients, symptomatic or asymptomatic, will be kept in quarantine centres for 5 days. People from my constituency have told me that they won't get themselves tested for fear of being whisked away to quarantine centres: AAP MLA Raghav Chadda
Delhi needs 90,000 beds: Raghav Chadha
As per our calculation, Delhi needs 15,000 beds by June 30 but after this order, now we need 90,000 beds by June 30. From where will we get 90,000 beds?: AAP MLA Raghav Chadha
A 60-year-old COVID-19 patient has died in Puri district, taking the death toll to 12 in Odisha: State Health Department
Odisha reports 179 new COVID-19 cases
179 new cases of COVID-19 recorded in Odisha, taking the total number of cases to 4856 out of which 1543 cases are active: State Health Department
Spoke to labourers from different districts after they returned to Bihar: Nitish Kumar
During the lockdown, I interacted through video conference with labourers in different districts after they returned to Bihar. I felt that they don't want to go to other states for work: Bihar CM Nitish Kumar during the launch of 'Garib Kalyan Rojgar Abhiyaan'
Madhya Pradesh: A BJP MLA who had participated in voting for Rajya Sabha elections yesterday has tested positive for COVID-19
Rajasthan reports 158 new COVID-19 cases
Rajasthan reported 158 COVID-19 cases till 10.30 AM today, taking the total number of cases to 14,314 out of which 2,860 cases are active. Number of deaths due to the disease stands at 333: State Health Department
Beijing tests food, parcel couriers for coronavirus as city checks widen
Officials in Beijing are carrying out nucleic acid tests on all food and parcel delivery personnel as they ramp up efforts to rein in an outbreak of the coronavirus in the Chinese capital, state-backed Beijing News reported on Saturday.
WHO warns of COVID-19 danger as Brazil cases hit one million
The World Health Organization warned Friday of a "new and dangerous phase" of the coronavirus pandemic, as infections continued to surge in the Americas, with Brazil registering more than one million cases.
66,16,496 samples tested till 19th June. 1,89,869 samples tested in the last 24 hours: Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
Satyendar Jain has been administered plasma therapy, has no fever now
Delhi Minister Satyendar Jain has been administered plasma therapy. He has no fever now, his health will be monitored at ICU over the next 24 hours: Office of Satyendar Jain Satyendar Jain tested positive for COVID-19 on 17th June.