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Government authorities are tackling a logistical nightmare as they try to map the movements of thousands of people who attended the Tablighi Jamaat congregation end-February and early March in New Delhi and then dispersed, many carrying the novel coronavirus to states across the length and breadth of India. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3bKV8Ib

New test kits likely in 2 months: ICMR

India is likely to start manufacturing new serological diagnostic testing kits within the next two months as many advances have been made after the virus was isolated by research agencies, the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) said. Meanwhile, to take speedy decisions on R&D, the government has formed a science and technology committee. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2xIZAIL

Coronavirus: 250+ foreigners under watch

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COVID-19: Buttler auctions World Cup final shirt

England's Jos Buttler is auctioning the shirt he wore in last year's dramatic World Cup final win in support of hospitals treating the coronavirus. The 29-year-old wicketkeeper/batsman played a key role in England's thrilling defeat of New Zealand at Lord's in July, scoring a fifty, batting in the Super Over and then running out Martin Guptill off the very last ball of the match. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2UPHyfT

Top 10: Why MLAs can afford to take a 'salary cut'

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Meghan's Homecoming To Los Angeles, Prince Harrry Plunges Into Unknown

Every starry-eyed ingenue arriving in Los Angeles faces the same question: how to catch that big break in Hollywood? For Prince Harry and his wife Meghan, it's far more complicated. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2yjBULq

Nearly 100 Delhi Mosque-Linked Coronavirus Cases, All 2,100 Evacuated

All 2,100 people have been evacuated from a building in south Delhi's Nizamuddin after nearly a 100 people tested positive for COVID-19. Hundreds of people had been staying at "Markaz Nizamuddin", the... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2JsLuhr

Indian-Origin Virologist In South Africa Dies Of Coronavirus Infection

World-renowned virologist Gita Ramjee has become the first Indian-origin South African to have died after contracting the novel coronavirus that has killed five people in the country. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/341Idzh

COVID-19: Buttler auctions World Cup final shirt

England's Jos Buttler is auctioning the shirt he wore in last year's dramatic World Cup final win in support of hospitals treating the coronavirus. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2UPHyfT

Banks to roll out EMI waiver options soon

Banks will soon come out with the operational procedure for retail borrowers to avail a three-month moratorium on their loans. Most lenders plan to send out text messages and emails allowing borrowers to avail the facility, while some have already done so. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2UPGEA1

Indian cricketers may face pay cuts: ICA president

Former India batsman and currently the president of the Indian Cricketers Association (ICA) Ashok Malhotra feels that in the present grim situation, where there is a huge uncertainty around the cash-rich IPL, India's cricketers, some of them the richest in the sport, could soon face a pay cut. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3aC3VfI

Banks to roll out EMI waiver options soon

865 COVID-19 Patients Dead in 24 Hours In US, Highest In One Day: Report

The coronavirus pandemic killed a record 865 people in the United States in the 24 hours until Tuesday evening, according to a tally compiled by Johns Hopkins University. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/39ErseJ

US Planning To Impose Ban On Travel From Brazil, Says Donald Trump

US President Donald Trump said Tuesday he is strongly considering a ban on travel from Brazil, where his close ally Jair Bolsonaro dismisses the danger of the coronavirus. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/39E9qt2

Delhi govt to promote students till class 8 without exams

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AICTE Survey names B.E. (Bachelor of Engineering) the most employable degree

The tried and tested Bachelor of Engineering course under the aegis of University of Mumbai remains an all-important stepping stone to a successful career.... from Education News: Latest Job Notifications, Admit Cards, Exam Paper Analysis,Results - Times of India https://ift.tt/2UOVYgj

Top Slovak Club In Liquidation After Coronavirus Halts Season

MSK Zilina have been placed into liquidation as a result of financial troubles after the season was put on hold due to the coronavirus pandemic. from NDTV Sports - Latest https://ift.tt/3bxjxB0

USA Rugby Files For Bankruptcy As COVID-19 Worsens Financial Woes

In a statement posted, USA Rugby said it had filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, which allows financially struggling organizations to reorganize and restructure debt. from NDTV Sports - Latest https://ift.tt/2ydqCIz

Top Slovak Club In Liquidation After Coronavirus Halts Season

MSK Zilina have been placed into liquidation as a result of financial troubles after the season was put on hold due to the coronavirus pandemic. from NDTV Sports - Latest https://ift.tt/3bxjxB0

USA Rugby Files For Bankruptcy As COVID-19 Worsens Financial Woes

Bodyweight workouts replace hockey training

The scheduled breaks for the Indian men and women's hockey teams were put on hold after it was deemed unsafe for them to travel to their home towns in the aftermath of the Covid-19 outbreak. In fact, on March 10, a lockdown order was issued at SAI. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3dH3ouH

Virus May Cut China's Growth Rate By Half: World Bank

The coronavirus pandemic's economic fallout could cause China's growth to come to a standstill while driving 11 million more people in East Asia into poverty, the World Bank warned Monday. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/3dJxQUU

Coronavirus Updates: 1251 Cases Confirmed In India

With 227 people tested positive in less than 24 hours, India on Monday saw the sharpest spike in coronavirus cases in a single day ever since the spread of the virus became known in the country. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2xzeDVt

G20 Ministers Agree To Keep Markets Open, Tackle Supply Disruptions

Trade ministers from the Group of 20 major economies agreed on Monday to keep their markets open and ensure the continued flow of vital medical supplies, equipment and other essential goods as the... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/343w38T

Trump says he could see recommending all Americans wear masks

President Donald Trump said Monday he could foresee a scenario where all Americans are recommended to wear masks in public to prevent the spread of coronavirus. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2JtjYk2

Doctor from viral family photo loses home in tornado

Dr. Jared Burks, who went viral after posting a photo of himself touching the hand of his son through a glass door while on quarantine, has lost his home to a tornado. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2UqWBO9

Temporary hospitals set up in Central Park and around NYC

Temporary hospitals are being set up in Central Park, a convention center, and on a ship as New York scrambles to increase the state's healthcare system capacity. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2UKXa4k

Chaotic scenes as migrant workers try to leave major cities in India

Thousands of migrant workers attempted to leave major cities to go back to their rural villages, after India's nationwide lockdown came into effect. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2Jr2DIg

Pastor arrested for holding services despite stay-at-home order

A pastor of a Tampa church has been arrested for holding large services despite a "safer-at-home" order in Hillsborough county. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2JsXsYg

Man Tries To Teach Dog How To Drive Car, Arrested After High-Speed Chase

A resident of the western US state of Washington was arrested following a high-speed chase that left officers dumbfounded after they found the man's pit bull behind the wheel. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/3bAwoCw

Banks yet to act on EMI relief, spark confusion

With just two days left for the next EMI cycle to begin, most big lenders are unprepared to follow the Reserve Bank of India’s blanket order allowing borrowers to hold back from paying instalments for the month. Top lenders such as State Bank of India, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Kotak Bank and Axis Bank have not activated any channel for customers to exercise an option. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2JrQZNy

Coronavirus live: Total cases in India rise to 1251

The govt has said there is no plan to extend the lockdown beyond 21 days, and trashed media reports hinting at such a possibility. Meanwhile, the number of positive cases in India has crossed 1200 and the death toll stands at 32. Stay with TOI for the latest developments. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2QRXEof

Banks yet to act on EMI relief, spark confusion

UK Mission In India Gets Ready To Evacuate Britons Stuck Amid Lockdown

The United Kingdom mission in New Delhi on Tuesday asked its nationals stranded in India amid coronavirus lockdown to send their details as London announced worldwide flight package to evacuate... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/3dD6Uq9

Coronavirus live: Total cases in India rise to 1251

Coronavirus: Foam In Hole And Toilet Paper For Prizes, US Golfers Play On

Despite the coronavirus pandemic, a US third-level women's golf tour is playing through, aided by a ruling declaring Arizona courses as essential businesses. from NDTV Sports - Latest https://ift.tt/2QWSQxN

JEE preparation module now on IIT digital platform

The decision to postopone the exams is posing a problem for the students who have to mostly depend on coaching centres or other tutorials because of the physical distancing. from Education News: Latest Job Notifications, Admit Cards, Exam Paper Analysis,Results - Times of India https://ift.tt/3bzMpbP

Indian Navy INET result 2020 released, check here

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Gujarat: Village school goes digital to conduct classes in Anand

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CBSE employees contribute Rs 21 lakh to PM CARES fund

"The country is facing Corona Virus (COVID-19) Pandemic of unprecedented magnitude posing serious threat to the health, life and economic security of millions of people in the Country," he said. from Education News: Latest Job Notifications, Admit Cards, Exam Paper Analysis,Results - Times of India https://ift.tt/3asAlJv

Coronavirus: How Dubai, Saudi returnees slipped under radar

Many of those who returned from Gulf countries to India in February and early March were neither screened at airports nor advised to quarantine themselves. The focus then was on passengers from China, South Korea, Iran, Spain, Italy and Germany. Dubai and Saudi Arabia weren’t even on the radar. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3ar5jBy

A growing number of imported coronavirus cases in China risked fanning a second wave of infections when domestic transmissions had "basically been stopped", a senior health official said on Sunday,... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/3bBE1bM

Coronavirus Count Over 1,000, India Orders Sealing Of State Borders

The government on Sunday asked states to ensure the 21-day lockdown, asking them to help curb the exodus of migrant workers from cities, as the overall number of COVID-19 positive people crossed the... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2QSh4te

Grammy-Winning Singer John Prine In "Critical" Condition With Coronavirus

Grammy-winning American singer John Prine has been hospitalized for coronavirus and is in "critical" condition, his family said Sunday. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/33Vhc02

Country Music Star Joe Diffie Dies Of Coronavirus

Joe Diffie, a Grammy award-winning country music singer who had several chart-topping hits in the 1990s, has died of coronavirus. He was 61. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2wLD1Dh

Trump concedes US death toll could be 100,000 or more

President Donald Trump acknowledged Sunday for the first time that deaths in the United States from coronavirus could reach 100,000 or more, adding that if the death toll stays at or below 100,000, "we all together have done a very good job." from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/3dDUUEJ

Armed vigilantes blocked a neighbor's driveway to force him into quarantine

A Maine man said armed neighbors descended on his home and chopped down a tree to block his road and prevent him from leaving because they believed he may have coronavirus. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2JobDOr

Live: 130 new coronavirus cases across India

The number of Covid-19 cases crossed 1,000 in India on Sunday with the death toll rising to 27, according to the Union health ministry. The number of deaths around the world from the novel coronavirus cases has crossed 30,000. Stay with TOI for the latest developments from Times of India https://ift.tt/2JnMHGH

Naomi Osaka Disappointed But Supports Tokyo Olympics Delay

Naomi Osaka said on Twitter that she thinks the Tokyo Olympics will be better for moving to next year in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. from NDTV Sports - Latest https://ift.tt/2UM03BM

Naomi Osaka Disappointed But Supports Tokyo Olympics Delay

Naomi Osaka said on Twitter that she thinks the Tokyo Olympics will be better for moving to next year in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. from NDTV Sports - Latest https://ift.tt/2UM03BM

This museum is asking people to recreate artwork using random house objects

As nearly a third of the world's population lives under coronavirus-related restrictions, weeks of self-isolation have become the new norm. And people are starting to get bored. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2JnQGmE

H&M and other massive fashion brands are switching to medical supplies

With stores closed, runway shows canceled and global supply chains disrupted, much of the fashion industry has been rendered idle by the coronavirus pandemic. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/39jSdES

'Why can't you just take your hijab off and play sports'

She was told not to play football. She was told not to jump around. She was told not to wear the hijab while playing basketball. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2UyO2zz

28-Day Paid Leave For Noida COVID-19 Patients, Daily Wage For Workers

Any worker or employee infected with coronavirus and in isolation for treatment will get 28 days of paid leave from their employer across Noida and Greater Noida, the Gautam Buddh Nagar district... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/3dzvWpT

India Reports 194 COVID-19 Cases In A Day, Total Rises To 918

The number of coronavirus cases soared to 918 on Saturday including 19 deaths, according to the Union Health Ministry. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/33X7WsC

How to protect the 2020 elections from the coronavirus crisis

Despite the global pandemic, we must take steps to ensure a high turnout is possible during the 2020 election. While public attention has naturally turned toward our health care system's ability to treat the mounting number of Covid-19 patients — along with the spluttering economy — it would be a disastrous mistake to assume everything will run smoothly in November. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2w1iwlO

Bad Bunny's new music video has a really important message about twerking

Bad Bunny got a jaw-dropping makeover for his new "Yo Perreo Sola" video to send a blunt message against harassment. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2Urt6fh

More than 2,000 deaths are in the US, where a travel advisory has been issued for New York, New Jersey and Connecticut

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Love under lockdown: The couples pushed together and kept apart by coronavirus

Henny Ansell is effectively in a long-distance relationship with her boyfriend -- but her boyfriend is only a few miles away. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2yjHOfP

North Korea launches sixth unidentified projectile in under a month

North Korea fired an unidentified projectile into the sea off the coast of Japan Sunday morning, the sixth launch by the Kim Jong Un regime in less than a month. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2Urc4Oe

Domestic workers are being infected by their employers who traveled internationally

When the coronavirus outbreak reached Hong Kong, domestic worker Jinkie Alhambra followed guidance from the government and stayed home on her day off. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2xutMY8

"Quarantine Won't Be Necessary" In New York, Says Donald Trump

US President Donald Trump decided late Saturday against imposing a broad lockdown on New York and its neighbors after a strong pushback from local political leaders and warnings of the panic it could... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2WPOYm1

Hong Kong asked domestic workers to stay in to stop the spread of coronavirus. But many got infected at home by their employers

Dua Lipa releases new album 'Future Nostalgia'

Dua Lipa dropped a new album that might just blow your mind. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/3bxrPc3

In Rare Case, Baby In US Dies From COVID-19

A US infant has died from the COVID-19 illness, officials in the state of Illinois said on Saturday, marking an extremely rare case of juvenile death in the global pandemic. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2xt9Tke

Manipal group introduces online remote assessment, recruitment and training solutions to tackle COVID-19 crisis

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KUFOS V-C A Ramachandran passes away

An eminent fisheries scientist, he had also been the Fisheries Advisor to Sultanate of Oman and expert member in many a national and international fisheries councils and organisations. from Education News: Latest Job Notifications, Admit Cards, Exam Paper Analysis,Results - Times of India https://ift.tt/2X06zYL

IPL uncertainty puts a cloud over Dhoni's future

MS Dhoni trained in Ranchi in the lead up to IPL 2020 and also led their training camp in Chennai before the IPL was postponed due to the outbreak of coronavirus. Dhoni has been out of action since India's semifinal exit in the World Cup in July last year. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2UnEJDI

Many states, many kinds of passes. What works?

With only those employed in essential services or facing emergencies allowed to commute on city roads and highways during the lockdown, state governments are struggling to find the best mechanism to ensure this. From the experience so far, it looks like issuing and using e-passes are simpler than physical passes. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2vZutbG

IPL uncertainty puts a cloud over Dhoni's future

Many states, many kinds of passes. What works?

110 New Cases Take Coronavirus Count Over 800 In India, 19 Dead

The number of coronavirus cases in the country has crossed 800-mark, with a big jump of 110 new cases reported within the last 24 hours. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/3aB5bzL

All Odisha Assembly Staff Told To Go On Home Quarantine Over COVID-19

Odisha Assembly Speaker SN Patro on Friday asked all the Vidhan Sabha employees to go on home quarantine after the state's third COVID-19 patient came in contact with one of the staffers. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2X05TTd

Customer Leaves $10,000 Tip Anonymously In US Restaurant

A customer left a $10,000 tip to be divided among the employees of a Florida restaurant, a day before it was forced to close because of the coronavirus outbreak, the owner said. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2wzlChf

Millions of chickens are used to make vaccines each year. But that won't work for coronavirus

Across the United States, prized chickens are laying life-saving eggs at secret farms. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2WVxQv0

Must-watch videos of the week

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Covid-19 live: US coronavirus cases exceed 100K

Coronavirus cases in India crossed 800 as the Indian government unveiled a Rs 1.7 lakh crore stimulus to help those hit by the 21-day lockdown. The number of deaths around the world from the novel coronavirus cases has crossed 27,000. Stay with TOI for the latest developments from Times of India https://ift.tt/3dzOaI4

Baby Named After UP Cop Who Helped Man Reach Pregnant Wife Amid Lockdown

A woman named her newborn after the police officer who helped her husband reach Bareilly amid lockdown when she was delivering the baby. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2xx29xu

China's Coronavirus Epicentre Eases Travel Restrictions Post Lockdown

The Chinese city of 11 million people that was Ground Zero for what became the global coronavirus pandemic partly reopened Saturday, after more than two months of almost total isolation. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/3arWcAD

China Dialling Back Coronavirus Conspiracy Claims, US Says

China has retreated from spreading conspiracy theories online in the developing world alleging US involvement in the coronavirus pandemic after finding limited traction, a US official said Friday. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2Uop3jJ

9-Month-Old, 4 Family Members Test Positive For Coronavirus In Bengal

Five members of a family, including three children, tested positive for COVID-19 in West Bengal on Friday, taking the number of such cases in the state to 15, a senior health official said. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2JkKgEX

Israel Says Rocket Fired From Gaza After Month-Long Hiatus

A rocket was fired at southern Israel from the Gaza Strip on Friday night, setting off air raid sirens and sending thousands of residents into bomb shelters, Israel's military said. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/3boDNou

Covid-19 live: US coronavirus cases exceed 100K

Coronavirus Live Updates: Nearly 700 Infected In India, 16 Dead

Nearly 700 people have tested positive for the coronavirus infection across the country, with 88 people cases being reported yesterday. The total is now 694 -- including 47 foreigners, 42 people who... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/3ap2gK2

Athletes Qualified For 2020 Olympics Will Keep Spots In 2021: Report

Around 57% of the 11,000 scheduled participants for Tokyo Olympics had already made sure of taking part when the IOC postponed the games by a year to 2021. from NDTV Sports - Latest https://ift.tt/3bsN7aP

RBI Chief's Media Address At 10 am After Centre Declares COVID-19 Relief

RBI chief Shaktikanta Das will address the media at 10 am, the central bank has tweeted, as economic uncertainty prevails amid lockdown over coronavirus pandemic. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/3bqHryb

Covid-19: Centre asks states to assist migrants

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When humanity shines through the gloom

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Covid-19: Centre asks states to assist migrants

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How South Korea won the battle sans lockdown

No cities have been locked down, no transport closed and international entry is still open. Well, that’s South Korea which has not only managed to flatten the curve of rising coronavirus cases in the country but has done a remarkable job of fully curing 41% of its 9,137 infected citizens, keeping the death count at just 131 as on Wednesday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2xoKZSX

Mysuru universities to create awareness on Covid-19

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Working on war footing, KGMU'S virology lab

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EPA dials back environmental enforcement during pandemic

The Trump administration's Environmental Protection Agency is indefinitely dialing back enforcement of regulations and fines for companies during the coronavirus pandemic. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/33OUnet

Justice Department should charge intentional coronavirus spreaders as terrorists

This week, the Justice Department took an aggressive step toward holding individuals who knowingly spread the coronavirus accountable for their actions. The new guidance could serve as a powerful deterrent to those contemplating weaponizing the virus in the weeks ahead. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2QPUJwb

Coronavirus live: US tops world in virus cases

Coronavirus cases in India crossed 700 as the Indian government unveiled a Rs 1.7 lakh crore stimulus to help those hit by the 21-day lockdown in the country. The number of deaths around the world from the novel coronavirus cases has crossed 21,000. Stay with TOI for the latest developments from Times of India https://ift.tt/2QM8FqU

Dogs Being Trained In UK To Sniff Out COVID-19, Says Charity

A British charity has teamed up with scientists to see whether dogs could help detect COVID-19 through their keen sense of smell, they said on Friday. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/3aq00T8

Coronavirus: Canada Objects To US Plan To Post Troops At Border

Canada opposes a plan by the United States to send troops to its northern frontier to catch border jumpers who may be carrying COVID-19, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Thursday. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/3bpdEpm

Coronavirus Deaths Could Top 1.8 Million Even With Tough Response: Study

The death count from the coronavirus pandemic sweeping the globe could hit 1.8 million worldwide this year even with swift and stringent measures to stop it, according to a study from Britain's... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2WKC1K9

US Space Force Launches First Mission Despite Coronavirus

The United States Space Force launched its first national security mission Thursday, sending an ultra-secure military communication satellite into orbit even as the coronavirus pandemic paralyzes much... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/33OFCbC

Eurozone Given 2 Weeks To Find Coronavirus Response

EU leaders on Thursday gave eurozone finance ministers a fortnight to come up with a stronger response to the economic havoc wrought by the coronavirus pandemic. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2wDw4E8

Flipkart shuts down and Amazon limits orders as 1.3 billion Indians are sent into lockdown

India's biggest online retailers have sharply reduced their service after the government ordered a three-week lockdown on residents across the country in response to the coronavirus pandemic. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - World https://ift.tt/33HMlUT

Egg prices are skyrocketing

Americans are stockpiling eggs during the coronavirus crisis as they cook more meals at home. That's leading to supply shortages and a spike in prices at some supermarkets. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - World https://ift.tt/2UBFcRJ

Fauci: 'You don't make the timeline, the virus makes the timeline' on relaxing public health measures

Dr. Anthony Fauci, the nation's top infectious disease expert, had a straightforward message Wednesday night about how long the novel coronavirus could affect daily life in the US: "You don't make the timeline, the virus makes the timeline." from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2UkWVxK

Vietnamese airline launches controversial coronavirus insurance

As major airlines across the world continue to halt flights and ground aircraft due to the coronavirus, one budget carrier has gone for a very different and rather divisive approach to the global pandemic. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2wCf55d

PKR Jain Vatika School in Ambala starts online teaching of Class X, XII

School principal Uma Sharma told, in this emergency situations in the country, it is important to keep the students busy with their studies to divert their minds. from Education News: Latest Job Notifications, Admit Cards, Exam Paper Analysis,Results - Times of India https://ift.tt/3bqqTGp

Coronavirus death toll tops 21,000 globally

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Ex-FBI Agent Who Went Missing In 2007 Dies In Iran Custody, Says Family

The former FBI agent Bob Levinson, who disappeared under mysterious circumstances in 2007, has died in Iranian custody, his family said Wednesday. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2UB2aIT

Tapper: How many lives affected by Trump's 'false sense of security'?

CNN's Jake Tapper replays a clip of President Donald Trump from February 2020, claiming Trump provided Americans a 'false sense of security.' from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2WPZKsi

This Arkansas orchestra will soothe all your coronavirus anxiety with its bedtime lullabies

With the cascading glissandos of the harp and the rich sounds of the cello, classical music is known to relieve stress or even lull you to sleep. And amid the coronavirus pandemic, when anxiety has reached an all-time high, a good night's sleep is much needed. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/39ltMXw

Coronavirus Could Become Seasonal, Says Top US Scientist

There is a strong chance the new coronavirus could return in seasonal cycles, a senior US scientist said Wednesday, underscoring the urgent need to find a vaccine and effective treatments. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2yazCyf

Will Work With India To Combat COVID-19 Outbreak, Says Top US Diplomat

Senior US diplomat Alice Wells on Thursday echoed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's call to keep fighting spirits high against the coronavirus pandemic, saying that United States will work alongside... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2QL0b3g

Live: Toll tax suspended on national highways

Coronavirus cases in India crossed 600 as authorities beefed up preparedness to fight the pandemic. The number of deaths around the world from the novel coronavirus cases is stated to have crossed 19,000. PM Modi has announced a complete lockdown of the entire country for 21 days in an unprecedented drastic measure to try halt the spread of coronavirus. Stay with TOI for the latest developments from Times of India https://ift.tt/3bscs4U

US Freezes Overseas Troop Movements In Coronavirus Lockdown

US Defense Secretary Mark Esper ordered a 60-day freeze Wednesday on moves by US troops and civilian defense employees overseas in an effort to halt the spread of the coronavirus. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2Jeabht

"Disinformation": Mike Pompeo Attacks China Over Coronavirus

US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said Wednesday that the Group of Seven powers were united in opposing China's coronavirus "disinformation," but European allies emphasized cooperation to fight the... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/33NaSIf

New Zealand Mosque Shooter Pleads Guilty To All Charges: Police

The Australian accused of carrying out last year's mass shooting at two New Zealand mosques that claimed 51 lives pleaded guilty to all charges Thursday in a surprise change of mind, police said. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2JcmeMn

Boeing could receive billions from stimulus package

Boeing, which recently asked lawmakers for a massive financial aid package to prop up its industry, could qualify for a special $17 billion slice of the proposed $2 trillion stimulus package. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2wGboLV

Instagram's CEO is staying home and he wants his app users to do the same

Adam Mosseri, CEO of Instagram, talks to CNN Business' Donie O'Sullivan about the app's response to the coronavirus pandemic, misinformation on the platform, and how he's running the company from his garage. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2vSuT3w

"Here's The Ocean, Everybody": Virtual Tourism In Virus-Hit California

"Here is the ocean, everybody!" announced Adam Duford, as his guided tour of Santa Monica arrived at the world-famous beach. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2UEevMa

Andhra Class X board exams postponed due to Covid-19 threat

Andhra Pradesh Education Minister A Suresh on Tuesday announced the postponement of the Class X board examinations that are conducted by the state education board. from Education News: Latest Job Notifications, Admit Cards, Exam Paper Analysis,Results - Times of India https://ift.tt/39g2jqu

How we've overcome past pandemics

These are strange and difficult days. We are living through a pandemic -- and everything normal about our daily lives has been put on hold. A hug or a handshake could spread a deadly disease that is already galloping out of control. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/3bn5BcF

Coronavirus: Russia To Airlift Hundreds Of Tourists Stuck In Delhi, Goa

Russian airlines on Wednesday will bring back to Moscow hundreds of Russians stranded in India's New Delhi and Goa by the coronavirus outbreak, the air transport authority said. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/33KIW7R

US Playwright Terrence McNally Dies Of Coronavirus Complications

Terrence McNally, a revered American playwright, librettist and screenwriter whose long career earned him four Tony awards and an Emmy, died Tuesday following coronavirus complications. He was 81... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2woZaHv

Jagdish Devda Appointed Protem Speaker Of Madhya Pradesh Assembly

Madhya Pradesh Governor Lalji Tandon on Tuesday appointed senior MLA and former minister Jagdish Devda as Protem Speaker of the state Assembly, officials said. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/3bnTUT7

Tapper advises Biden on appropriate way to cover cough

CNN's Jake Tapper explains to Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden the recommended way a person should cough into their elbow, and not into their hand. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/33NaTvx

Some Americans still aren't practicing social distancing

Across the country at churches, beaches, and other gathering spaces, some Americans are ignoring pleas from officials to stay away from each other during the Covid-19 pandemic. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/3b8CUjS

Men 50% more likely to die from pandemic. Here's the data

Around the world, data shows that more men seem to be dying from the coronavirus pandemic than woman. CNN's Max Foster shares the reasons the US should take note. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2WElt6u

New York Now Epicentre Of US Coronavirus Outbreak

New York state suffered another quick and brutal rise in the number of coronavirus cases on Tuesday as officials raced to make more hospital beds available and the World Health Organization said the... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/3biJ40G

Iran Rejects Help From "Foreign Forces" As Coronavirus Deaths Near 2,000

A senior Iranian official Tuesday ruled out help from "foreign forces" to deal with the coronavirus epidemic after an offer from a France-based medical charity, as the country's death toll from the... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2y4yY5f

Saudi King To Chair G20 Video Talks On Coronavirus On Thursday

Saudi Arabia's King Salman will chair an emergency virtual summit of leaders from the Group of 20 major economies on Thursday to discuss a global response to the coronavirus pandemic. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2UhXzwf

Violating lockdown to invite a year's jail

Anyone found guilty of misappropriation of funds meant for relief operation would also be liable for punishment for prison term of up to two years. from Times of India https://ift.tt/33NGUUf

India under lockdown for 3 weeks; PM ensures supply of essentials

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Live: Covid-19 positive patient dies in Tamil Nadu

PM Modi has announced a complete lockdown of the entire country for 21 days in an unprecedented drastic measure to try halt the spread of coronavirus. Covid-19 has claimed 11 lives in the country. Fears are also mounting that more could be hit as the global coronavirus toll inches towards 17,000. Stay with TOI for the latest developments from Times of India https://ift.tt/2J9z0v4

Violating lockdown to invite a year's jail

Anyone found guilty of misappropriation of funds meant for relief operation would also be liable for punishment for prison term of up to two years. from Times of India https://ift.tt/33NGUUf

Wanted To Be Union Minister: Digvijaya Singh On Jyotiraditya Scindia Exit

Senior Congress leader Digvijaya Singh on Tuesday hit out at Jyotiraditya Scindia, saying that he "auctioned" Madhya Pradesh's mandate, and also refuted the claims that Mr Scindia was denied ticket... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/33KxBVl

Centre Bans Export Of Drug Used To Treat Coronavirus Healthcare Workers

Amid the coronavirus outbreak, the government on Wednesday banned export of anti-malarial drug hydroxychloroquine, with immediate effect to ensure sufficient availability of the medicine in the... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/39iNnYC

COVID-19+ Patient Dies In Tamil Nadu, Number Of Deaths In India Now 11

A COVID-19 patient in Tamil Nadu died today taking the coronavirus death count in India to 11, Tamil Nadu Health Minister C Vijayabaskar said today. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/39cotJX

Live: Covid-19 positive patient dies in Tamil Nadu

A restless Trump wants to end the country's isolation -- and his own

He's sitting through glitchy conference calls, and friends say he's thinking about his job security. Cabin fever amid the coronavirus pandemic has set in and tensions on the team are brewing. No one quite knows when it will end. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/33L62v6

Cops in the toilet paper aisle: Grocery stores add extra security

Grocery stores are bringing on additional off-duty police officers and private security guards to help manage crowded aisles, long lines and jammed parking lots during the coronavirus outbreak. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - World https://ift.tt/3boVBjn

Olympic postponement inevitable: IOC official

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Shaheen Bagh Anti-CAA Protesters Removed Amid Delhi Lockdown

Amid sharp rise in cases of novel coronavirus or COVID-19 across India, Delhi's Shaheen Bagh - heart of protests against Citizenship (Amendment) Act or CAA - has been cleared this morning after 101... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2UtOb7u

Maharashtra Lockdown Violators "Idiots", Considering Curfew: Ajit Pawar

Maharashtra deputy chief minister Ajit Pawar on Monday said his government was "seriously considering" imposing curfew across the state as those violating prohibitory provisions in place for the novel... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2UtO77K

India Has Tremendous Capacity To Combat Coronavirus Pandemic: WHO

The executive director of the World Health Organisation (WHO), Michael J Ryan, on Tuesday said that India has a tremendous capacity to deal the coronavirus outbreak situation as it has experience of... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2WERaN2

Case Against Delhi Family For Violating Quarantine Rules: Police

The Delhi Police on Monday registered a case against a family, one of whose members is an air hostess, in Dwarka for violating quarantine rules, officials said. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2Udy0fL

Delhi Government Hikes Water, Sanitation Budget By 70%

The Delhi government on Monday increased the 2020-21 budget for water supply and sanitation by around 70 per cent, allocating more funds for unauthorised colonies and wastewater treatment plants. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2y4jWfY

Parking in a pandemic: Grounded planes scramble for storage space

The global aviation network system is turning into a frantic game of musical chairs. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - World https://ift.tt/396qZ4E

To our readers: Fighting fear with facts

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Cultural events are being canceled everywhere. So what?

Major events around the world have been canceled or postponed as the race to contain the novel coronavirus continues. The cultural sector -- with its numerous fairs, shows and festivals -- has also been significantly impacted. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - World https://ift.tt/2J2zF1n

No cause for alarm about newspapers: Docs

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Fighting fear with facts

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No cause for alarm about newspapers: Docs

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Travel and the coronavirus pandemic: Everything you need to know

Countries around the world have imposed sweeping travel bans and advisories to stem the spread of coronavirus within their borders and beyond. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/3aBqktO

Let Poorest Countries Suspend All Bilateral Credit Repayments: World Bank

World Bank President David Malpass on Monday urged G-20 countries to let poorest countries suspend all repayments of official bilateral credit due to the adverse impact on their economies due to the... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/39g2amE

Both Houses Of Parliament Adjourned Ahead Of Schedule Amid Virus Pandemic

Both Houses of Parliament were adjourned sine die on Monday, nearly two weeks before schedule, as the Budget Session was curtailed due to the coronavirus pandemic, Parliamentary Affairs Minister... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2UA4K1P

Unproven Coronavirus Drugs Could Be "Gift From God", Says Donald Trump

US President Donald Trump on Monday said antimalarial drugs that are under investigation to treat the new coronavirus could be a "gift from God" despite scientists warning against the dangers of... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2Ug38eG

US Cuts Aid To Afghanistan By $1 Billion Over Leaders' Impasse: Pompeo

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said Monday the United States was cutting $1 billion in aid to Afghanistan, voicing disappointment that rival leaders pressed by him on a visit failed to form an... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/33EDDqt

More states extend school closures, some through the end of the school year

More states are extending the time their schools will remain closed, some even through the rest of the school year, as the number of novel coronavirus cases continues to rapidly rise. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2vG5tG2

Canada sees more restrictions coming as coronavirus cases soar

Many Canadians can expect more restrictions after the number of coronavirus cases in the country jumped significantly. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/3bnGG8O

While we were stockpiling, here's what astronauts were up to in space last week

For astronauts living on the International Space Station, their life is a type of quarantine. They can't go outside unless it's on a planned spacewalk in very specific gear and they remain in the same confined space for six months or longer. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2Uf29eo

South African President announces three-week lockdown over coronavirus

South Africa will enforce a three-week lockdown over coronavirus, President Cyril Ramaphosa announced Monday. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - World https://ift.tt/2UuDhyh

Canada first nation to pull out of 2020 Olympics

Opposition to holding the Games in July has risen sharply in the past 48 hours, with several major stakeholders such as US Track and Field and UK Athletics, along with several national Olympic committees, calling for a delay because of the coronavirus. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2UclWLS

Himachal postpones all exams, practicals till March 31 due to Coronavirus

"All examinations/practicals scheduled upto March 31 are postponed till 31 March due to coronavirus," said State Principal Secretary of Education. from Education News: Latest Job Notifications, Admit Cards, Exam Paper Analysis,Results - Times of India https://ift.tt/2QzCbQI

COVID-19: Karnataka SSLC exams postponed; 2nd PSU last exam today

Previously the state government had postponed examinations of class 7, 8 and 9 till March 31. from Education News: Latest Job Notifications, Admit Cards, Exam Paper Analysis,Results - Times of India https://ift.tt/2wjcyNj

Half of world's student population not attending school due to COVID-19: UNESCO

It further said that the scale and speed of the school and university closures represent an unprecedented challenge for the education sector. from Education News: Latest Job Notifications, Admit Cards, Exam Paper Analysis,Results - Times of India https://ift.tt/2vGnCna

Canada Wants Tokyo Games Delayed, Won't Send Team In July

Canadian Olympic officials on Sunday urged postponement of the Tokyo Games, saying that in view of the coronavirus pandemic they won't send a team in the summer of 2020. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2vLwjwG

Coronavirus Updates: 367 Confirmed Cases In India, Lockdown In 80 Cities

The total number of confirmed Coronavirus cases in India have gone up to 367 in the country, as per the health ministry website. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2QCSrjY

Queen Elizabeth Moves Out Of Palace As Aide Tests Virus Positive: Report

A royal aide at Buckingham Palace has reportedly tested positive for the coronavirus while Queen Elizabeth II was still at her London residence. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2JkpV2J

Coronavirus live: New York to shut down

Globally, more than 3,28,000 people have been infected and over 14,300 have died, according to Johns Hopkins University. India has so far tested over 17,000 samples, of which 360 tested positive till Sunday. Delhi, Jharkhand, Punjab and Nagaland declared a statewide lockdown while similar curbs were announced in a number of districts in Bihar, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal. Stay with TOI for the latest developments. from Times of India https://ift.tt/39eOIzs

U-17 WC qualifiers on hold, organisers tense

Out of the 16 teams that will take part in the World Cup - which is scheduled to be held from November 2-21, this year - Japan and North Korea are the only sides to have qualified so far. A FIFA spokesperson acknowledged the crisis at hand. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3dqegNE

Coronavirus live: New York to shut down

U-17 WC qualifiers on hold, organisers tense

Emirates Reverses Decision To Suspend All Passenger Flights

Dubai carrier Emirates reversed on Sunday its decision to suspend all passenger flights, shortly after it said it would halt operations from March 25 amid the novel coronavirus outbreak. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2QE3Kby

Gathering Of More Than 2 Banned In Germany To Contain Virus Spread

Gatherings of more than two people will be banned in Germany, Chancellor Angela Merkel said on Sunday, as Europe's biggest economy toughened restrictions to stop the spread of the novel coronavirus. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/3acpiUl

States crack whip to check quarantine breach, book 9

In Mumbai, 15 men from Punjab who fled the quarantine facility after landing in the city from Dubai were tracked and taken back on Sunday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2UsyBsX

What it's like for people who have to travel for work right now

Every day, travel is growing increasingly restricted. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2wkOlpV

Little Upset With China, Should Have Told Us About Coronavirus: Trump

President Donald Trump said Sunday that he is "upset" with China over a lack of cooperation and information early on in the coronavirus crisis. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2J8yvBy

Trillion-Dollar US Economic Rescue Package Crashes In Senate

A trillion-dollar Senate proposal to rescue the reeling US economy crashed to defeat Sunday after receiving zero support from Democrats, and with five Republicans absent from the chamber because of... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2xd8L45

German Chancellor Angela Merkel goes into self-quarantine

German Chancellor Angela Merkel will self-quarantine after coming into contact with a person who tested positive for coronavirus, her spokesperson said Sunday. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - World https://ift.tt/3bh8cVB

States crack whip to check quarantine breach, book 9

In Mumbai, 15 men from Punjab who fled the quarantine facility after landing in the city from Dubai were tracked and taken back on Sunday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2UsyBsX

US Man, Who Died Of Coronavirus, Receives Last Rites Over Smartphone

A US man who died of new coronavirus was delivered last rites by the pastor over phone as his family was still in quarantine. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2vHggQt

30 Dead Due To Coronavirus In National Capital: Delhi Health Department

The total number of coronavirus cases in the national capital on Sunday increased to 30, even as the Delhi Health Department issued an order saying people violating the prescribed norms shall face... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/3dkgL3P

Ex-Real Madrid President Lorenzo Sanz Dies After Contracting Coronavirus

Lorenzo Sanz was in charge of Real Madrid from 1995-2000, overseeing two Champions League titles. from NDTV Sports - Latest https://ift.tt/3duudSW

On or off? Who's saying what on fate of Olympics

As the deadly coronavirus spreads around the globe, doubts grow over whether the 2020 Olympic Games, set for Tokyo from July 24 to August 9, will go ahead. As of latest, World Athletics chief Sebastian Coe has said that a decision may come soon. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2UsjJdV

On or off? Who's saying what on fate of Olympics

Ex-Real Madrid President Lorenzo Sanz Dies After Contracting Coronavirus

Lorenzo Sanz was in charge of Real Madrid from 1995-2000, overseeing two Champions League titles. from NDTV Sports - Latest https://ift.tt/3duudSW

Millions In Self-Quarantine, PM Appeals To Avoid Unnecessary Travel

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "Janata (public) curfew" comes into force at 7 am on Sunday and will run till 9 pm, a period of 14 hours, as the country bids to stop the chain of transmission of the... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2vCbyDo

Ex-Real Madrid President Lorenzo Sanz Dies After Contracting Coronavirus

Lorenzo Sanz was in charge of Real Madrid from 1995-2000, overseeing two Champions League titles. from NDTV Sports - Latest https://ift.tt/3duudSW

UP announces Rs 1k/mth dole to 35L labourers

The Uttar Pradesh government on Saturday announced financial assistance through direct bank transfers to daily wage workers in the state, who stand to lose employment during the current coronavirus-linked slowdown. This makes UP the first state to implement a policy for lakhs of people in the unorganised sector in this time of the Covid-19 outbreak. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3dd8yhM

UP announces Rs 1k/mth dole to 35L labourers

COVID-19+ Patient Evaded Screening, Now 8 Employees Show Symptoms

An FIR was registered on Friday in Madhya Pradesh's Jabalpur district against a man who, despite having traveled to a foreign country, allegedly evaded screening. He later tested positive for the... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2wtC8ir

"Let Us All Be Part Of This": PM On "Janata Curfew" To Fight Coronavirus

Moments before the "Janata Curfew" that he proposed came into effect on Sunday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi tweeted that the daylong stay-at-home for millions of Indians would "add tremendous... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/39bLexL

8 Candidates Withdraw Nomination For Bodoland Territorial Council Polls

Eight independent candidates on Saturday withdrew their nomination papers for the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) election, which has been deferred in the wake of coronavirus pandemic, election... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/3dpXTkb

Janata Curfew Live Updates: India Observes Curfew On March 22

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday appealed to citizens to observe a "Janata curfew" on Sunday, March 22, as a test run for social distancing over the next few days to fight the spread of... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/3diqdol

Mizoram Announces Statewide "Shutdown" Till March 29 Over Coronavirus

The Mizoram government on Saturday ordered a "partial lockdown" across all districts of the state till March 29 in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, according to a notification. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2WukA0q

India Indoors: Millions Observe "Janata Curfew"

Over a billion people across the country are staying put in their homes today in one of the biggest national exercises to counter the threat from the highly contagious COVID-19, a disease spread by... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2xZnXlQ

This man spent almost five decades on death row. He could go back

Sitting in an armchair next to his sister, in a cozy living room in the Japanese city of Hamamatsu, Iwao Hakamada looks like your average 83-year-old grandpa. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - World https://ift.tt/2WALRhI

Delhi Metro Services To Be Largely Closed On Monday

Delhi Metro services will be largely closed on Monday except for a few hours to incentivise social distancing amid a spurt in coronavirus cases, officials said. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2QCdIKG

Number Of Virus Cases In National Capital Now 27: Delhi Health Department

The total number of coronavirus cases in the national capital mounted to 27 on Saturday, according to the Delhi Health Department. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2xcbYB5

Covid-19: Govt sets aside 60,000 quarantine beds

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Covid-19: Govt sets aside 60,000 quarantine beds

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300 Million Children Missing School Meals Due To Virus Closures: UN

Some 300 million children who depend on school meals are missing out due to closures triggered by the coronavirus pandemic, the World Food Programme said Friday. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/3aaL2Qu

Passengers From Australia, UK, US To Be Screened At 30 Airports In India

Amid rising coronavirus cases in India, the government on Friday decided to screen all passengers coming from the US, Australia, and UK at 30 designated airports and also assess their risk profile for... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2y06g5L

"Deeply Appreciate": PM On Bhutan, Nepal Contribution To COVID-19 Fund

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday thanked Bhutan and Nepal for contributing to the COVID-19 emergency fund to tackle the spread of the deadly virus in the SAARC countries. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/397GLfp

35% Army Officers To Work From Home From March 23 Amid Virus Scare

Amid the novel coronavirus outbreak, the army issued a fresh advisory on Friday, saying 35 per cent officers and 50 per cent junior commissioned officers (JCOs) in its headquarters here will take... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/3di53GO

Blog: 24-Hour Lockdown In Shillong Today To Prevent Coronavirus Spread

With 63 new coronavirus cases reported in a single day, the total number in India rose to 236. As the cases are rising up with each passing days Prime Minister Narendra Modi reviewed the current... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/33HytKk

US Praises India's Coronavirus Initiative For SAARC Countries

US Defence Secretary Mark Esper on Friday held a telephonic conversation with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and praised India's COVID-19 initiative for SAARC countries, the Pentagon said. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/33AKnFw

Playing seems irrelevant in current climate: Sania

Sania Mirza reflects on the uproar over French Open's rescheduling, which has been pushed to September due to the concern over the spread of coronavirus, a decision that was criticised by a number of players because of the fact that there was no consultation with them over it. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2vD2KNE

Playing seems irrelevant in current climate: Sania

Coronavirus deaths top 11,000 globally

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Coronavirus: Govt may defer Census, NPR update

The government may explore the option of deferring or advising states to defer the April 1 launch of Census 2021 and National Population Register (NPR) update — scheduled to kick off in central Delhi, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep and Meghalaya on this date — in view of the situation arising out of coronavirus. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3dhiGpH

Coronavirus: Govt may defer Census, NPR update

2020 Olympics should be postponed, says CEO of USA Swimming

The head of USA Swimming wants the Olympics to be postponed to 2021, calling it "the right and responsible thing to do" in a letter to the US Olympic & Paralympic Committee from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2UnXLsG

Doctors warn of 'tinderbox scenario' if coronavirus spreads in ICE detention

• Know the terms: Self-isolation, quarantine and shelter in place from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2wgJCWg

Staff member in VP Mike Pence's office tests positive for virus

A staff member in Vice President Mike Pence's office has tested positive for coronavirus, Pence's spokesperson said Friday evening. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2QBbICt

UK Government To Pay 80% Workers' Wages In Virus Crisis: Rishi Sunak

UK Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak, who had pledged to do "whatever it takes" to save people's jobs and livelihoods through the coronavirus pandemic, on Friday unveiled an "unprecedented" wage... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2J4xUk5

Italians sing together as radio stations broadcast national anthem

Major national and regional Italian radio stations switched to broadcast the national anthem, so that residents in quarantine could listen together and sing from their balconies in a show of unity. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - World https://ift.tt/3bfk2Qg

Tapper rips Trump: At least stop making things worse

CNN's Jake Tapper slams President Donald Trump for his personal response to the coronavirus pandemic. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2xgELVa

Must-watch videos of the week

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How two senators became political villains in the coronavirus saga

As the scope and seismic economic impact of the coronavirus global pandemic was still not entirely clear to most Americans, several US senators were unloading large amounts of stock -- moves that came before the massive drop in the stock market that has cost Americans trillions in wealth. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/3dc0X3b

US Vice President's Office Staffer Tests Positive For Virus: Report

A staffer in the office of US Vice President Mike Pence, the pointman for Washington's response to the coronavirus outbreak, has tested positive for the illness, a spokeswoman said Friday. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/3dexw0i

MP speaker accepts 16 rebels' resignations

Just before midnight on Thursday, and 17 hours before the floor test, Madhya Pradesh Speaker N P Prajapati accepted the resignations of 16 breakaway MLAs of the Jyotiriaditya Scindia faction. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3dhXwYw

MP speaker accepts 16 rebels' resignations

Google Doodle Remembers First Doctor To Discover Handwashing Benefits

As coronavirus continues to spread and impact people around the world, today's Google brings forth the importance of hand washing with its Doodle remembering Dr. Ignaz Semmelweis, well-known as the... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2U8i6Dv

Samples Of Man Who Killed Self At Hospital, Weren't Collected: Ministry

The samples of the suspected coronavirus patient who allegedly committed suicide by jumping off the seventh floor of the Safdarjung Hospital in the national capital,were not collected for testing, a... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/3dhTb7G

India Reports 4th Coronavirus Death; PM Calls For Janata Curfew On Sunday

India reported its fourth coronavirus death on Thursday while the total numberof people who tested positive for the highly contagious Novel Coronavirus rose to 173, as the government banned landing of... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2J3qLRb

Better if Olympics are postponed: Gopichand

National badminton coach Pullela Gopichand says BWF made a grave error by hosting All-England Championships despite the coronavirus scare and believes the Tokyo Olympics should be postponed given the unprecedented crisis that the world is facing. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2vzeqkr

Better if Olympics are postponed: Gopichand

All 40 million Californians ordered to stay at home

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Millions Could Die If Coronavirus Allowed To Spread Unchecked: UN Chief

Millions of people could die from the new coronavirus, particularly in poor countries, if it is allowed to spread unchecked, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned Thursday, appealing for a... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/3bcKKJi

"I Hugged Her Photo": Nirbhaya's Mother On Rapists' Hanging

Our wait for justice was painful and agonising but we finally got it, Asha Devi, the mother of Nirbhaya said minutes after four of her daughter's rapists and killers were hanged at Delhi's Tihar Jail... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/3dfIFhq

Trump Replaces G7 Summit 2020 With Video Conference: White House

President Donald Trump is scrapping this year's G7 summit at Camp David near Washington due to the coronavirus crisis and will instead hold the event by videoconference, the White House said Thursday. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2UgR7nW

US Senate Republicans Present $1 Trillion Coronavirus Relief Package

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell on Thursday presented a $1 trillion emergency relief package to combat the economic turmoil caused by the coronavirus pandemic in the United States. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/3b9hX8i

Live: Justice delayed, but not denied, Nirbhaya's mother says

All four convicts of Nirbhaya gangrape and murder case- Akshay Thakur, Pawan Gupta, Vinay Sharma, and Mukesh Singh - were hanged at 5:30 am in Tihar jail today. The hanging was carried out as per schedule at 5:30 am after a three-judge Supreme Court bench rejected the final plea by the convicts' lawyer AP Singh to stay their execution in a late-night hearing. Stay tuned for all live updates from Times of India https://ift.tt/2J2OW2c

4 Nirbhaya convicts executed at Tihar jail

Mukesh Singh (32), Pawan Gupta (25), Vinay Sharma (26) and Akshay Kumar Singh (31) were executed at 5.30am for the savage assault in an empty moving bus on the 23-year-old physiotherapy intern who came to be known the world over as Nirbhaya, the fearless one. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2UqWRLM

Live: Justice delayed, but not denied, Nirbhaya's mother says

7 years after bus rape and murder shocked the world, attackers hanged in India

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4 Nirbhaya convicts executed at Tihar jail

7 Years Later, Nirbhaya's Killers Hanged

Seven years after a young medical student was gang-raped and tortured on a moving bus in Delhi, four of her killers were hanged at 5.30 am this morning. Less than two hours ago, the Supreme Court... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/3dhIDFA

Shashi Tharoor Says "Will Support" PM Modi's "Janta Curfew"

Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor on Thursday welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's call for "Janta Curfew" and said there is a need for more reinforcement of social distancing. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/3ddR05h

Nirbhaya case live updates: All 4 convicts executed at Tihar jail

The Supreme Court, in wee hours of the day, dismissed the petition of death row convict Pawan Gupta against the rejection of his mercy plea by the President and seeking a stay on execution. All four convicts of Nirbhaya gangrape and murder case- Akshay Thakur, Pawan Gupta, Vinay Sharma, and Mukesh Singh - were hanged at 5:30 am in Tihar jail today. Stay tuned for all live updates from Times of India https://ift.tt/2WtSxxW

Nirbhaya case live updates: All 4 convicts executed at Tihar jail

Courts pave way for dawn hanging of Nirbhaya killers

Of the six convicts, one committed suicide in jail and a minor served three-year of confinement in a reform home. The remaining four — Mukesh Singh (32), Akshay Thakur (31), Pawan Gupta (25) and Vinay Sharma (26) — were on death row since 2017, their execution postponed many times as they availed legal remedies. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3b8akz1

No new COVID-19 cases in China for 1st time

China on Thursday reported no new local infections for the first time since the coronavirus crisis began three months ago, reaching a milestone in its battle with the deadly outbreak that has upended daily life and economic activity around the world. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2IZ4IuM

Coronavirus: ATP, WTA Seasons Suspended Until June 7

The announcement temporarily shuts down the men's and women's European clay court season a day after the French Open was pushed back to September. from NDTV Sports - Latest https://ift.tt/33sn0xS

Coronavirus: ATP, WTA Seasons Suspended Until June 7

The announcement temporarily shuts down the men's and women's European clay court season a day after the French Open was pushed back to September. from NDTV Sports - Latest https://ift.tt/33sn0xS

Infected Staff Likely Spread Virus At US Hospital With 35 Deaths: Report

The devastating coronavirus outbreak at a nursing home near Seattle where 35 have died was likely fueled by infected staff members continuing to come to work, a report found Wednesday. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/3b6VQPN

Two US Congressmen Test Positive For Coronavirus

Two US lawmakers on Wednesday were confirmed positive of the coronavirus as the number of deaths due to the deadly virus crossed 150 in America, while about 10,000 people have been infected. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2QuiolA

28 new cases from 10 states & UTs, most in 1 day

Across India, 28 new cases were reported on Wednesday from a large geographical area — eight from Telangana alone, three each from Rajasthan and Karnataka, two each from Delhi, UP and Maharashtra and one each from Haryana (Gurgaon), Ladakh, J&K and Tamil Nadu. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2wkDwDZ

Learn from Tests in time of coronavirus: Sachin

Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar educates people about the steps they need to take during the ongoing health crisis and gives the example of Test cricket to deal with the current situation. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3dbs3re

28 new cases from 10 states & UTs, most in 1 day

Learn from Tests in time of coronavirus: Sachin

Coronavirus Updates: Number Of Cases Rise To 151 In India, 3 Dead

The total number of Coronavirus cases rose to 151 in India on Wednesday, Ministry of Health has said. Three people have been reported dead so far, with latest casulty reported from Maharashtra - the... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/3dep1Cj

Hong Kong and Tokyo airports are handling coronavirus very differently. Which one has it right?

Passing through airports in Hong Kong and Tokyo this week highlighted the differences in the approaches of the two Asian hubs in dealing with the novel coronavirus pandemic. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - World https://ift.tt/2WoV9gF

European Central Bank throws 750 billion euros at the economy to fight the coronavirus crash

The European Central Bank on Wednesday announced a huge new money-printing program aimed at keeping the region's financial system functioning and helping the economy cope with the devastating shock caused by the coronavirus epidemic. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/3daenN5

First US Congress Member Tests Positive For Coronavirus

A Florida lawmaker became the first member of the US Congress to test positive for the novel coronavirus on Wednesday. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2QtLlhB

In battling coronavirus, Trump embraces his 'wartime' presidency

Military hospital ships will chug toward hard-hit areas. The government can now use a 1950s law to mandate factories produce medical equipment (though not, apparently, right away). The country, by all appearances, is back at war -- with President Donald Trump, at least by his own description, as the man in charge. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/3a37hbc

Case Filed Against Defacing Of VD Savarkar Signboard Inside JNU

An FIR for ''defacement of public property'' has been filed in connection with the vandalisation of VD Savarkar Marg signage at the Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU). from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2UenOCq

Kendriya Vidyalayas in Delhi to announce annual exam results through email, WhatsApp

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Maharashtra to merge international board with SSC-HSC education board

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Kevin Durant, 3 Teammates Test Positive For Coronavirus: Report

News that Kevin Durant was among those who had contracted the virus came soon after the Brooklyn Nets confirmed four players had tested positive for COVID-19. from NDTV Sports - Latest https://ift.tt/2WmDxBX

Kevin Durant, 3 Teammates Test Positive For Coronavirus: Report

Had no expectations going into All England: Gopi

In March 2001, Pullela Gopichand became the second Indian after Prakash Padukone to win the All England Badminton Championships in Birmingham. Gopichand defeated China's Chen Hong 15-12, 15-6 in the final. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2wg0wEg

China expels US scribes as spat escalates

Beijing on Wednesday announced that American journalists with press credentials expiring this year who work with the New York Times, the News Corp-owned Wall Street Journal, and the Washington Post, would not be permitted to work in mainland China, Hong Kong or Macau. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2x8EdAg

China expels US scribes as spat escalates

Joe Biden Defeats Bernie Sanders In Florida, Illinois Primaries

Joe Biden cemented his status as the likely Democratic presidential nominee Tuesday after trouncing Bernie Sanders in Florida and Illinois, the top prizes on a busy primary night blighted by the... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2IToHLg

Madhya Pradesh Live Updates: Digvijay Singh Taken Into Preventive Custody

Earlier this morning, Congress leader Digvijaya Singh reached the Ramada hotel in Bengaluru to visit the party MLAs lodged there. However, he was stopped by the police following which he sat on a... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2TXH2x3

Digvijaya Singh Stopped By Cops At Bengaluru Hotel, Tried To Meet Rebels

Congress leader Digvijaya Singh has been taken into preventive custody by the police after he sat in protest outside a Bengaluru hotel where the rebel Madhya Pradesh MLAs are staying. He was allegedly... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2xOvxzF

Can Understand Your Pain: Governor's Reply To Speaker Letter On Rebel MLAs

Madhya Pradesh Governor Lalji Tandon sent a letter to Assembly Speaker NP Prajapati in the early hours of Wednesday, saying that the latter an "impartial and courageous" decision in accepting the... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2UfjfI3

Coronavirus Outbreak Updates: Total Number Cases Rise To 142 In India

The total number of Coronavirus case rose to 142 in India as on Tuesday. A woman died in Maharahstra on Tuesday, taking the total number of deaths in India to three from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2QjzLFR

Had no expectations going into All England: Gopi

For the first time ever, travelers can visit the deepest spot in the oceans

Once upon a time, reaching the highest peak on Earth was considered a feat achievable only by a select few. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - World https://ift.tt/2wUpLvP

PM Narendra Modi, Saudi Crown Prince Discuss Coronavirus Outbreak

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday held a telephonic conversation with the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, Mohammed bin Salman, and discussed the need for coordinated efforts to address the global... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/3dc0qyi

British Study Predicts 2.2 Million Coronavirus Deaths In US, 50,000 In UK

A crucial projection study that helped convince the British government to impose more stringent measures to contain COVID-19 painted a worst case picture of hundreds of thousands of deaths and a... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2QlUatF

UK Unveils $400 Billion Stimulus, Tougher Measures After Virus Warning

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's government on Tuesday unveiled a huge package of support for businesses to help them survive the introduction of tough new social measures to stem the... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2w7aZlz

Gurgaon Advises Firms To Let Employees Work From Home Amid Virus Alert

The Gurgaon administration on Tuesday advised all multinational companies, IT firms, industries and corporate offices to allow their staff to work from home till March 31 amid the coronavirus... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2QlRjkr

How to work from home with kids (without losing it)

While most parents have worked from home with their kids for the occasional sick day or weather-related school closure, the prospect of doing so for weeks on end amid long-term school closures is especially daunting. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - World https://ift.tt/3b1LpwZ

Europe's car industry is starting to shut down

Fiat Chrysler and its luxury brand Maserati are closing most of their manufacturing plants in Europe as the coronavirus outbreak rampages across the continent. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - World https://ift.tt/2w32xDQ

NSW Crowned Sheffield Shield Champs After Remainder Of Season Cancelled

The last round of Sheffield Shield had already been cancelled and the final has followed suit to leave New South Wales, who led after nine rounds, as the winners. from NDTV Sports - Latest https://ift.tt/2WhBbo4

Worst Day For Wall Street In 3 Decades As Coronavirus Slams Economy

Wall Street stocks had their worst day since 1987 on Monday, joining the global market carnage as the coronavirus outbreak shut down a widening part of the US and global economy. The Dow Jones... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2Wix2jH

No reason for Kohli to mellow down: Madan Lal

Irked over Virat Kohli "being targeted again and again" for his aggressive behaviour, Madan Lal said: "I don't understand why people in India are asking him to mellow down." from Times of India https://ift.tt/3aWXl2Q

No reason for Kohli to mellow down: Madan Lal

Europe In Lockdown Amid Coronavirus Outbreak

France was ordered into lockdown Monday as Europe closed its borders in the latest drastic attempt to combat the coronavirus pandemic, as President Donald Trump said the United States was readying for... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/3a0LtwQ

Canada Closes Border To Most Foreigners Except Americans Over Coronavirus

Canada is closing its borders to most foreigners -- excluding Americans -- in a bid to stem the coronavirus pandemic, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced Monday. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/3a0Kxsk

Donald Trump Says Postponing US Elections "Unnecessary" Over Coronavirus

US President Donald Trump said Monday postponing elections over the coronavirus crisis was "unnecessary," even as Ohio's governor called for the state's presidential primary vote scheduled for Tuesday... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/39WsZ0h

San Francisco Residents Ordered To Stay Home Amid Coronavirus Scare

Millions of San Francisco area residents on Monday were ordered to stay home to slow the spread of the deadly coronavirus as part of a lockdown effort covering a section of California including... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2Wi86c1

Donald Trump Says Coronavirus Pandemic Could End In US By July

President Donald Trump said Monday the coronavirus pandemic that has killed thousands and brought life in countries across the world grinding to a halt could end by July in the United States. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2xHcneR

‘Corona will live through summer in India, reappear’

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‘Corona will live through summer in India, reappear’

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As testing ramps up, many doctors, patients still experience problems

The head of the World Health Organization has a simple message for all countries about who should be tested for coronavirus: "Test, test, test. Test every suspected case." Yet, the American medical system is scrambling to keep up with this directive. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/38WhKUu

Mysterious Ice Age structure made from hundreds of mammoth bones discovered in Russia

Around 25,000 years ago, hunter-gatherers used the bones from 60 mammoths to build a large circular structure in Russia. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2wf8eyl

25 Kerala Doctors Quarantined As Colleague Tests Positive For Coronavirus

Around 25 doctors and around 47 others -- mostly staff of a leading Central government-run hospital in Kerala's Thiruvananthapuram, have been asked to stay on home quarantine as a precautionary... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/38W9DaD

Actor Tom Hanks Released From Hospital After Coronavirus Quarantine

Tom Hanks has been released from the Australian hospital where he was in isolation since testing positive for the coronavirus last week, but his wife Rita Wilson remains hospitalised, health officials... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/38QZWtL

Live: Global coronavirus death toll tops 7,000

A total of 7,007 people have died, with a 175,536 infections recorded globally so far till Monday. China has the highest number of fatalities at 3,213, followed by Italy with 2,158 deaths and almost 28,000 cases. The number of cases has touched 114 in India after fresh cases were reported from several states, including Odisha. Stay with TOI for all the latest updates: from Times of India https://ift.tt/2wZt1Gg

Live: Global coronavirus death toll tops 7,000

Mobile Internet Shut, Prohibitory Orders Imposed In Manipur After Clashes

Mobile internet services were suspended for three days on Monday across Manipur and prohibitory orders imposed in parts of Kamjong district after violent clashes between residents of two villages over... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/33p2fn1

JEE Main April 2020 form correction ends today; admit card soon

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Coronavirus: CDC Recommendation Suggests Lengthy Sports Shutdown In US

The CDC recommended that sporting events and other "large events and mass gatherings" be cancelled or postponed for the next eight weeks. from NDTV Sports - Latest https://ift.tt/2x2KAFe

Suspense continues over MP floor test

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Suspense continues over MP floor test

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Primary schools, malls closed in Tamil Nadu till March 31

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Italy Records Highest Coronavirus Cases In A Day, 110 Infected In India

The number of patients infected by highly contagious coronavirus has reached 110 in India, with maximum cases recorded in Maharashtra (31). from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2Wfsf2t

My 21 MLAs held captive in B’luru: Kamal Nath

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Meet the man building a human zoo in China

For decades, humans have ripped up the natural landscape in Asia, chopping down trees to build luxury resorts in the most beautiful locations and caging wild animals to attract tourists. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - World https://ift.tt/2U8JbVU

Blog: How to protect your family from Covid-19

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Blog: How to protect your family from Covid-19

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Batch Of 53 Indians Stranded In Virus-Hit Iran Arrives In India: Minister

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar today said that the fourth batch of 53 Indians stranded in coronavirus-hit Iran has arrived in India. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/3dbRGbo

Use "Raising Of Hands" Method For Trust Vote: Governor To Kamal Nath

Madhya Pradesh Governor Lalji Tandon on Sunday wrote to Chief Minister Kamal Nath saying that the voting during a trust vote on Monday should be taken up only through raising of hands. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/3aXgLol

Chief Justice Rules Out Complete Shutdown Of Top Court Amid Virus Spread

Chief Justice of India SA Bobde on Sunday clarified that there cannot be a "complete shutdown" of courts due the novel coronavirus pandemic. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2QjrNwf

BJP eyes 3 Gujarat RS seats as 4 Cong MLAs quit

In a major setback to Congress in Gujarat that could end its dream of winning two of the four Rajya Sabha seats from the state in the biennial elections, four of its MLAs have resigned, reducing the party’s strength to 69 in the 182-member assembly. Consequently, Congress is assured of winning only one seat while BJP is poised to win the remaining three. from Times of India https://ift.tt/33mRz84

BJP eyes 3 Gujarat RS seats as 4 Cong MLAs quit

Dior and Givenchy are switching from perfume to hand sanitizer

With the reported cases of novel coronavirus in France nearing 4,500 with 91 deaths, some of the country's most famous luxury brands are switching from perfume to hand sanitizer. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/33jeamh

IPL puts safety first, no fresh schedule yet

BCCI officials met the owners of eight IPL franchises in Mumbai on Saturday to reflect upon the threat that the coronavirus poses within India, and all the owners were of the view that suspending the league until April 15, for now, was the right decision taken by the BCCI. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3d2tjfW

GIM suspends international student exchange programmes amidst Covid-19 concerns

All student exchange programmes to universities abroad and international internships have been suspended for now, said the institute. from Education News: Latest Job Notifications, Admit Cards, Exam Paper Analysis,Results - Times of India https://ift.tt/2vWobtn

Teaching classes put off up to March 31 in Kurukshetra University due to Coronavirus

Following COVID-19 advisory by state government, teaching classes put off up to March 31 in KU from Education News: Latest Job Notifications, Admit Cards, Exam Paper Analysis,Results - Times of India https://ift.tt/2U6Er2L

Students of Victorious Kidss Educares exhibit their science concepts through models and experiments

The National Science Day was celebrated at Victorious Kidss Educares for early years and primary years program with huge enthusiasm and zeal. from Education News: Latest Job Notifications, Admit Cards, Exam Paper Analysis,Results - Times of India https://ift.tt/38PzQrk

Nursery school students warn against corona with a rhyme

Coordinator of the nursery section Nadia Tariq and the director together choreographed the rhyme for the students to perform. Around 20 students of the nursery section recited the rhyme before the school just after a day's practice. from Education News: Latest Job Notifications, Admit Cards, Exam Paper Analysis,Results - Times of India https://ift.tt/3b2g11v

Coronavirs: Air India Flight With 211 Indian Students Leaves From Milan

The COVID-19 outbreak which began in a market in China's Wuhan district in December last year has spread throughout the world. There are over 80 confirmed cases in India. India has also started... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2Wc8XuK

US extends European travel ban to include UK and Ireland

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Pune Police File Case Against Chhota Rajan's Niece In Extortion Case

The Pune Police have registered a case against three people including Priyadarshini Nikalje, the niece of underworld don Chhota Rajan, in connection with an extortion case. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2Wl2Vbc

Virus: Air India Flight With 211 Indian Students Takes Off From Milan

A special Air India flight carrying 211 Indian students, who were stuck in Italy after flights were cancelled due to coronavirus outbreak, departed for India on Saturday (local time). from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2QiHi7T

Spain Imposes Near-Total Lockdown To Fight Coronavirus

Spain on Saturday banned people from leaving home except to go to work, visit a doctor or buy essential supplies, in a bid to slow the spread of coronavirus. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2wYuCfk

‘Rumours more virulent than corona itself’

The brother of a Google techie who tested positive for coronavirus on Friday said that his sister-in-law did not flee, leaving his brother alone, as has been reported. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3d9Rqts

‘Rumours more virulent than corona itself’

Spain PM Sanchez's Wife Tests Positive For Coronavirus

The wife of Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has tested positive for the novel coronavirus, his office said late Saturday, just hours after he announced a near total lockdown nationwide. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/38SQA0J

234 Indians Stranded In Virus-Hit Iran Have Arrived In India: Minister

Two hundred and thirty-four Indians stranded in coronavirus-hit Iran have arrived in India, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Sunday. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/3cZNE5F

US President Donald Trump Tests Negative For Coronavirus

US President Donald Trump has tested negative for the novel coronavirus, the White House physician said Saturday. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/3aWQFBX

Non-Veg Food Doesn't Spread Coronavirus: AIIMS Director Randeep Guleria

Consumption of non-vegetarian food or eggs does not cause the spread of coronavirus, AIIMS Director Dr Randeep Guleria has said. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/38O17Kr

8-10 Madhya Pradesh MLAs Don't Want To Leave Party: Congress

A senior leader close to Jyotiraditya Scindia on Saturday claimed "8-10 MLAs held captive in Bengaluru" do not want to resign from the Congress. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/3d1p2JW

US Embassy In India Cancels All Visa Appointments From March 16

A 68-year-old woman has died of coronavirus in Delhi, the government said on Friday, in the second death linked to the global pandemic in the country. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/39Rj3oV

China Sends Medical Supplies, Experts To Help Italy Battle Coronavirus

A planeload of medical supplies, including masks and respirators, has arrived in Italy from China to help it deal with its growing coronavirus crisis. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2IJEmwC

Trump declares emergency to combat virus

The United States declared a state of emergency Friday as many European countries went on a war footing amid mounting deaths as the world mobilized to fight the widening coronavirus pandemic. from Times of India https://ift.tt/38QY7go

Trump declares emergency to combat virus

68-yr-old Delhi woman becomes India's 2nd coronavirus casualty

India reported its second Covid-19 death on Friday, with a 68-year-old woman from Delhi who had tested positive for novel coronavirus succumbing to the infection. The woman's son, who had recently returned from Europe, had earlier tested positive for the virus. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2U2taAM

Yes Bank Rescue Plan Notified, Moratorium To End In "3 Working Days"

The government has notified the reconstruction scheme for crisis-hit Yes Bank and has said that the restrictions on withdrawals from its accounts up to Rs 50,000 will be lifted in "three working... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2WiN4dc

68-yr-old Delhi woman becomes India's 2nd coronavirus casualty

Maharashtra Assembly Passes Proposal To Rename Mumbai Central Station

Maharashtra Assembly on Friday unanimously passed the proposal to rename Mumbai Central station as Nana Shankarseth Terminus. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2QboK9h

Infosys Vacates Building In Bengaluru Over Coronavirus Scare

Global software major Infosys vacated one of its buildings in Bengaluru after a team member was suspected for coronavirus (COVID-19), an official said on Friday. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/39KUiL7

Chinese Envoy Summoned Over Claim Of US Army's Role In Virus Spread

The United States on Friday summoned China's ambassador after a senior official in Beijing tweeted the "ridiculous" suggestion that the US military started the COVID-19 pandemic, the State Department... from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/2w5dogq

Shivraj Chouhan Claims Jyotiraditya Scindia's Vehicle Attacked In Bhopal

Former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Friday demanded action against those who showed black flags to his party colleague Jyotiraditya Scindia. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/3aTzykn

Will Tokyo 2020 go ahead?

As Covid-19 spreads with alacrity around the world, billion-dollar sports leagues have been brought to a halt. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2QcK7XP

Must-watch videos of the week

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See landmarks and cities deserted worldwide

From Venice to Bejing to Bethlehem, places that are usually packed with visitors are now unusually quiet as people practice "social distancing" to help limit the spread of coronavirus. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - World https://ift.tt/2wWrikS

Microsoft Co-Founder Bill Gates Leaves Board

Microsoft on Friday announced that co-founder Bill Gates has left its board of directors to devote more time to philanthropy. from NDTV News - Latest https://ift.tt/38QL2ng

Had Great Time In India, Loved Being With PM Modi: Donald Trump