coronavirus updates

Total coronavirus COVID-19 cases in India cross 2,000, 53 deaths recorded so far

Even as the world reels under the coronavirus pandemic which has brought nearly half the world to a halt in an effort to stop the spread of the contagion, the number of COVID-19 fatalities and positive cases are on a steady rise. Stay tuned with Zee News LIVE blog as we bring all the updates:

Apr 02, 2020, 07:04 AM IST

It's a Talibani crime by Tablighi Jamaat: Naqvi on Nizamuddin Markaz gathering

Union Minority Affairs Minister Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi referring to the Nizamuddin Markaz event, on Wednesday, said that it is a "Talibani crime" by the Tabhlighi Jamaat and such a criminal act cannot be forgiven.

Apr 01, 2020, 14:09 PM IST

Fourth flight evacuates Russian nationals from Delhi

The fourth flight with Russian nationals on board departed from Delhi`s Indira Gandhi International Airport to their country on the intervening night of March 31 and April 1, the country`s embassy said on Wednesday.

Apr 01, 2020, 14:00 PM IST

US, Italy strain more virulent than one in India: Top microbiologists

The strain of new coronavirus in India is not as virulent as the ones which are devastating Italy, Spain and the US. In an in depth genomic analysis of rapidly revolving SARS-CoV-2(COVID-19) viruses, top Indian microbiologist Rup Lal, and his team of 16 scientists have discovered that strain found in India, matches with the sequence of new coronavirus found in Wuhan, and is less virulent.

Apr 01, 2020, 13:57 PM IST

Coronavirus: Rahul Gandhi urges people to provide food, shelter to migrants heading home due to lockdown

The Congress Wayanad MP made a general appeal to all urging them to provide food and shelter to the home-bound migrants moving on foot passing through their towns, cities and villages.

Mar 28, 2020, 13:12 PM IST

Coronavirus: Bengaluru oncologist claims to be close to discovering cure for COVID-19

"We got hold of some preprint suggesting that interferon is effective in COVID19," said Dr Vishal Rao. 

Mar 28, 2020, 11:38 AM IST

Coronavirus: Infosys techie sacked for 'sneeze in public' post on COVID-19

The company said the social media post by the employee was against Infosys’ Code of Conduct and its commitment to responsible social sharing.

Mar 28, 2020, 11:10 AM IST

SpiceJet offers to fly people going back to Bihar from Delhi, Mumbai due to lockdown over coronavirus COVID-19 threat

In a statement issued by its CMD Ajay Singh, the airline said that it is ready to offer the services of its aircraft and crew members to the government for any humanitarian mission during the 21-day lockdown and the airline is ready to operate some flights from Delhi and Mumbai to Patna to alleviate the suffering of migrant workers, especially those from Bihar.

Mar 28, 2020, 10:33 AM IST

Coronavirus: Delhi Police issues advisory warning people against fraud schemes during COVID-19 crisis

In its advisory, the Delhi Police warned people against fraudulent cyber schemes being run by some people with an aim to dupe them by taking advantage of the situation.

Mar 28, 2020, 09:49 AM IST

US, G20 fail to corner China on coronavirus COVID-19; PM Narendra Modi calls for human touch

During the G20 Summit, no one questioned Beijing for maintaining a stoic silence over the issues and concealing real facts and figures from the rest of world for several weeks.

Mar 28, 2020, 09:01 AM IST

Coronavirus: US becomes new COVID-19 hotspot in the world with over 1 lakh confirmed cases

 The United States, which recorded its first confirmed case two months ago, now has 101,657 confirmed cases of the coronavirus, as reported by the health department. 

Mar 28, 2020, 07:26 AM IST

WhatsApp sees 40% increase in usage due to coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic

Across all stages of the pandemic, WhatsApp is the social media app experiencing the greatest gains in usage as people look to stay connected. Overall WhatsApp has seen a 40 per cent increase in usage.

Mar 28, 2020, 06:46 AM IST

President Donald Trump signs USD 2 trillion coronavirus rescue package, says help is on the way

The House of Represenatatives on Friday passed USD 2 trillion rescue package to help the Americans and secure the country's economy ravaged by the coronavirus pandemic that has infected nearly 100,000 people across the nation. 

Mar 28, 2020, 06:14 AM IST

How China misled and fooled the world on coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic

The analysis of China's actions was done by Zee News Editor-in-Chief Sudhir Chaudhary in DNA, the world's most popular news show.

Mar 27, 2020, 10:55 AM IST

Coronavirus COVID-19 finger-prick test inches closer to manufacturing

Mologic Limited, a company based in the UK, has sent prototypes of a 10-minute finger-prick coronavirus test to laboratories for validation before it takes up full-scale manufacturing.

Mar 27, 2020, 07:23 AM IST

China's role in coronavirus COVID-19 crisis not raised at G20 emergency summit

China's role, when it comes coronavirus crisis was not discussed at the G20 virtual summit that took place on Thursday evening. 

Mar 27, 2020, 07:06 AM IST

How to save from Coronavirus, Symptoms and Precautions

Early symptoms of corona are not visible, but if you feel unwell for continuing two or three days, then talk to the doctor. you can identify yourself also and take precautions at home.

Mar 26, 2020, 11:14 AM IST

Coronavirus cases in India cross 600, 1st death in TN; more beds earmarked in civil, military hospitals for COVID-19 patients

Addressing people of his constituency in Varanasi via a video link, PM Modi reiterated that social distancing and staying indoors were the only way out and the best option to deal with coronavirus.

Mar 25, 2020, 18:15 PM IST

Coronavirus COVID-19: Ensure safety of doctors, health workers in wake of harassment complaints, MHA orders Delhi Police

Home Minister spoke to Delhi Police chief and directed him to ensure security for doctors and health workers.

Mar 25, 2020, 11:29 AM IST

CM Yogi Adityanath assures that they have enough stock of essential items for 23 crore people of Uttar Prdesh

Even after several major steps taken by the government to stop the spread of coronavirus in the country, the number of cases touched 471 in India on Tuesday (March 24,2020). The country has lockeddown 30 states and Union Territories, covering 548 districts, according to Centre's communication to state governments. 

Mar 24, 2020, 06:48 AM IST