Coronavirus outbreak

India lockdown amid coronavirus COVID-19 scare: Day 21 in pics

On the 21tst day of lockdown imposed to stop the spread of coronavirus continues, the number of people infected has increased to 10,363 which includes 8,988 active cases, 1035 recovered cases, 1 migrant patient and 339 fatalities as per Ministry of Health latest data. As many as 364 districts in the country have cases of coronavirus infections. Maharashtra remains the worst-hit state n India as cases jump to 2,455 with 121 new cases.    

Apr 14, 2020, 14:50 PM IST

Donald Trump hints at consequences for China's misinformation on coronavirus COVID-19

Trump shot back at a reporter on Monday during his White House press conference on coronavirus when repeatedly asked why there are no consequences for China.

Apr 14, 2020, 11:26 AM IST

Coronavirus COVID-19 cases cross 19 lakh mark globally, over 1,19,500 dead

The coronavirus pandemic on Tuesday (April 14, 2020) crossed to 19 lakh mark with over 1,19,000 deaths.

Apr 14, 2020, 07:51 AM IST

India coronavirus, COVID-19 live updates, April 14: 3 more COVID-19 deaths in Madhya Pradesh, toll rise to 53; confirmed cases rise to 741

As India enters its last of 21-day lockdown on April 14, the number of coronavirus COVID-19 cases reached 10,363 out of which 8988 active cases, 1035 cured/discharged/migrated and 339 deaths. As per the Union Health Ministry report, 25 districts across 15 states have not reported any case in the last 14 days. 

 

Apr 14, 2020, 06:30 AM IST

Worldwide coronavirus COVID-19 confirmed cases cross 18.5 lakh mark with over 1,14,000 deaths

As per the data provided by the Johns Hopkins University at 09:15 am IST, the fatal virus has infected over 18,50,220 people globally and has taken around 1,14,215 lives.

Apr 13, 2020, 09:22 AM IST

Coronavirus COVID-19: Gold falls on profit-booking, virus-led economic fears limit losses

Commodity currencies slipped against safe-haven units such as the dollar and yen as a record output cut agreed by major oil producing nations failed to offset broader concerns about global demand for resources, while world shares fell as investors braced for more economic damages from the novel coronavirus pandemic.

Apr 13, 2020, 09:09 AM IST

Coronavirus COVID-19: Oil firmer on OPEC+ deal, equities unable to shake pandemic fears

Global shares fell on Monday as investors braced for more signs of economic damage from the coronavirus pandemic although a landmark deal by OPEC and its allies to slash output helped oil prices climbed in volatile trade.

Apr 13, 2020, 08:50 AM IST

Andhra Pradesh govt to give 3 masks to every individual to combat coronavirus COVID-19

The Andhra Pradesh government will distribute 16 crore masks to state people and expedite the third survey. During a review meeting held here on Sunday, Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy instructed the officials to distribute 3 masks each to the  5.3 crore people in the state.

Apr 13, 2020, 07:39 AM IST

Coronavirus India, COVID-19 Live Updates, April 13, COVID-19 confirmed cases in Delhi rise to 1,510; death count jumps to 28

As the number of coronavirus COVID-19 cases jump to 9,152  and the death toll touches 308, it has also been reported that the COVID-19 has spread to at least 80 more districts in just four days. Now as many as 364 districts in the country have cases of coronavirus infections. Maharashtra remains the worst-hit state n India as cases jump to 1,982 with 149 death.

Apr 13, 2020, 06:36 AM IST

ICMR plans to increase coronavirus COVID-19 tests across the country; private and government labs to be used

The Indian Council for Medical Research (ICMR) has started looking for laboratories across the country that can test the samples of alleged coronavirus infected cases.

Apr 12, 2020, 23:54 PM IST

India's 364 districts report coronavirus COVID-19 infection, 80 more added in just four days

Now as many as 364 districts in the country have cases of coronavirus infections.

Apr 12, 2020, 19:55 PM IST

How Team Narendra Modi is handling coronavirus COVID-19 crisis

Let's look at some of these top names that have been the face of India's battle against novel coronavirus.

Apr 11, 2020, 14:11 PM IST

People play patriotic songs, shower flower petals on Agra police during coronavirus COVID-19 lockdown

As India remains under nation wide lockdown to battle the threat of coronavirus COVID-19 spread, the efforts of the health care workers and police officials who have working round-the-clock in this global pandemic is being lauded by one and all.

Apr 11, 2020, 10:56 AM IST

Ex-RBI Governor Raghuram Rajan to be part of IMFs external advisory panel on COVID-19

International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva on Friday announced the creation of an external advisory group to provide input on policy challenges, including the coronavirus pandemic and its massive economic impact.

Apr 11, 2020, 09:41 AM IST

India coronavirus, COVID-19, April 11: Madhya Pradesh's coronavirus positive cases surge to 529 with 40 deaths

As India enters its 18th day of the lockdown the situation in the country still remains alarming as the total number of coronavirus cases in India rise to 7,447 which includes 6,565 active cases, 642 recovered cases, 1 migrant patient and 239 fatalities as per Ministry of Health latest data. 

Apr 11, 2020, 06:45 AM IST

Global death toll due to coronavirus COVID-19 crosses 1 lakh, over 16.5 lakh infected

The US continues to record the highest number of cases at 475,749, followed by Spain at 157,053, Italy at 147,577, Germany at 119,624, and France at 118,790.

Apr 11, 2020, 00:03 AM IST

World can relax coronavirus COVID-19 lockdown only after vaccine found: Study

Researchers from the University of Hong Kong have studied the coronavirus cases in China and have come to this conclusion. 

Apr 10, 2020, 23:39 PM IST

Lifting coronavirus COVID-19 restrictions too quickly could spark deadly resurgence: WHO

Addressing a press brief, WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom said, "I know that some countries are already planning the transition out of stay-at-home restrictions. WHO wants to see restrictions lifted as much as anyone."

Apr 10, 2020, 22:18 PM IST

India lockdown amid coronavirus COVID-19 scare: Day 17 in pics

On the 17th day of the 21-day lockdown imposed to stop the spread of coronavirus continues, the number of people infected has increased to 6,412 and the death toll has risen to 199. Meanwhile, several hotspots across 15 districts in Uttar Pradesh were sealed completely with the authorities assuring that basic amenities would be home delivered to the trapped residents.

Apr 10, 2020, 15:31 PM IST

First time ever! Here's how world responded to coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic

The coronavirus outbreak has bought the world into a situation like never before. With more than 16 lakh cases reported across hundreds of countries, all public places remain sealed as they call for lockdown. The roads that used to be packed with vehicles are now seen deserted, people are following social distancing which led to the cancellation of many major events and the occurrence of things which had happened never before. 

Apr 10, 2020, 14:07 PM IST