Coronavirus in Telangana: 36 positive cases have been reported in the state till now
36 #Coronavirus positive cases have been reported in the state till now: Telangana Chief Minister K. Chandrashekar Rao pic.twitter.com/iUUqseyYec
— ANI (@ANI) March 24, 2020
Coronavirus in Maharashtra: I held a meeting regarding food supplies; We have enough supplies says CM Uddhav Thackeray
I held a meeting regarding food supplies. We have enough supplies. Siddhivinayak and Lalbaugcha Raja have come forward for help: Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray (file pic) #CoronavirusLockdown pic.twitter.com/7liqknrKau
— ANI (@ANI) March 24, 2020
HM Amit Shah spoke to Delhi Commissioner of Police and asked him to take strict action against landlords asking doctors and nurses
Union Home Minister Amit Shah spoke to Delhi Commissioner of Police and asked him to take strict action against landlords asking doctors and nurses, treating patients, to vacate residences. #Coronavirus pic.twitter.com/stc3HO0Zgu
— ANI (@ANI) March 24, 2020
Medical professionals, besides doctors, also participated in the meeting with PM Narendra Modi via video-conferencing
Medical professionals, besides doctors, also participated in the meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi via video-conferencing. https://t.co/LPas6Fqith
— ANI (@ANI) March 24, 2020
Coronavirus in Punjab: 6 new cases have been reported in the state
6 new cases of #COVID19 have been reported in the state. Total cases positive in the state is 29 including 1 death: Department of Health, Punjab.
— ANI (@ANI) March 24, 2020
Coronavirus in West Bengal: Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee pays surprise visit to Kolkata Medical College
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee pays surprise visit to Kolkata Medical College. pic.twitter.com/aJCap279OZ
— ANI (@ANI) March 24, 2020
Coronavirus in Maharashtra: Pune District Collector has instructed all petrol/diesel pumps of the district to stop providing petrol/diesel to the vehicles
Maharashtra: Pune District Collector has instructed all petrol/diesel pumps of the district to stop providing petrol/diesel to the vehicles in the district. Only those involved in emergency/essential services should be allowed to fill fuel at petrol pumps. #COVID19
— ANI (@ANI) March 24, 2020
Delhi government: Increasing the number of night shelters in the city
We have decided to give Rs 5000 each to all construction workers as their livelihood has been affected. We are also increasing the number of night shelters in the city: Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal #COVID19 pic.twitter.com/I0dcFJze0n
— ANI (@ANI) March 24, 2020
Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal: If some tenants are not in a condition to pay their rents to landlords, they can be given some concession for 2-3 months
#WATCH: Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal says,”There are many daily wage earners in Delhi who stay at rented homes. If some tenants are not in a condition to pay their rents to landlords, they can be given some concession for 2-3 months.” #COVID19 pic.twitter.com/JmkXNODdU3
— ANI (@ANI) March 24, 2020
Union Health Ministry briefs the media on Coronavirus, in Delhi
#WATCH immediate playout: Union Health Ministry briefs the media on #Coronavirus, in Delhi, on 24th March 2020 https://t.co/QteMgI2OOz
— ANI (@ANI) March 24, 2020
Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal: In last 40 hours no new patient has been tested positive for #COVID19
In last 40 hours no new patient has been tested positive for #COVID19 in Delhi. Of the 30 patients some patients have gone home. There are only 23 patients now: Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal pic.twitter.com/DXgtGsjYGc
— ANI (@ANI) March 24, 2020
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar: Global challenges require global cooperation
Discussed with State Councilor & Foreign Minister Wang Yi of China our working together in combating #COVID19. Agreed to build further on our bilateral efforts in this domain. Exchanged views on forthcoming G20 Summit. Global challenges require global cooperation:EAM S Jaishankar pic.twitter.com/TtSbTle3qF
— ANI (@ANI) March 24, 2020
West Bengal: Railway Protection Force distributes tea, biscuit among 375 passengers stranded at Howrah Railway Station due to suspension of transport services
West Bengal: Railway Protection Force distributes tea, biscuit among 375 passengers stranded at Howrah Railway Station due to suspension of transport services. Divisional Railway Manager Ishaq Khan says, “Buses are being arranged to send them to their nearest districts”. #Covid19 pic.twitter.com/1ase85oujk
— ANI (@ANI) March 24, 2020
Pune’s Mylab Discovery Solutions Pvt Ltd develops India’s first indigenous COVID-19 testing kit
Maharashtra: Pune based Mylab Discovery Solutions Pvt Ltd has developed India’s first indigenous #COVID19 testing kit that has been approved by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR). A single kit costs Rs 80,000 & can test 100 patients. pic.twitter.com/Ng5b3wRHh5
— ANI (@ANI) March 24, 2020
Number of coronavirus positive patients in Maharashtra rises to 107
Number of coronavirus positive patients in Maharashtra increased to 107.
101+ 6 new cases
Total cases 107
Five from mumbai
One from nagar @fpjindia— Sanjay Jog (@SanjayJog7) March 24, 2020
COVID-19 cases rise to 106 in Maharashtra
Coronavirus cases rise to 106 in Maharashtra; three deaths reported in the state so far: State Health Minister Rajesh Tope
#Coronavirus cases rise to 106 in Maharashtra; three deaths reported in the state so far: State Health Minister Rajesh Tope (File photo) pic.twitter.com/7QOZCZcmGD
— ANI (@ANI) March 24, 2020
Entire West Bengal to be put under lockdown from 5 pm today till March 31
Entire West Bengal to be put under lockdown from 5 pm today till 31st March: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee in Nabanna
Entire West Bengal to be put under lockdown from 5 pm today till 31st March: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee in Nabanna #COVID19 pic.twitter.com/uh5txlAiVI
— ANI (@ANI) March 24, 2020
Very close to coming up with an economic package for COVID-19 outbreak: Nirmala Sitharaman
Work is going on and we are very close to coming up with an economic package that will be announced sooner rather than later: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on coronavirus
Work is going on and we are very close to coming up with an economic package that will be announced sooner rather than later: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in Delhi #COVID19 pic.twitter.com/s5arCamMeH
— ANI (@ANI) March 24, 2020
All shops in Goa to remain shut
All shops in the state to remain shut. The government will make arrangements for the distribution of essential commodities. Goa dairy will supply milk&collector will take the decision regarding grocery distribution: Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant
All shops in the state to remain shut. The government will make arrangements for the distribution of essential commodities. Goa dairy will supply milk&collector will take the decision regarding grocery distribution: Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant https://t.co/3Di9bZEN9O pic.twitter.com/lPLZoZHKV2
— ANI (@ANI) March 24, 2020
PM Modi speaks with Afghanistan President Ashraf Ghani, dicusses evolving situation of COVID-19 outbreak
Prime Minister’s Office: PM Narendra Modi had a telephonic conversation with Afghanistan President Ashraf Ghani earlier today. Both leaders exchanged Navroz greetings noting that the festival symbolizes the shared heritage & cultural linkages between the two countries.
Prime Minister’s Office (PMO): PM Modi & President Ghani discussed the evolving situation in the region particularly in the context of the #COVID19 pandemic and reaffirmed their commitment to boost cooperation. https://t.co/eeNRL2oTLi
— ANI (@ANI) March 24, 2020
Govt directs states & UTs to transfer funds to account of construction workers
About Rs 52,000 crores is available as cess fund and about 3.5 crore construction workers are registered with these construction welfare boards.
About Rs 52,000 crores is available as cess fund and about 3.5 crore construction workers are registered with these construction welfare boards. #COVID19 https://t.co/SSlTWBmIQB
— ANI (@ANI) March 24, 2020
IGNOU extends last date of accepting examination forms without late fee to April 30
Keeping in view the spread of COVID19, the epidemic and complete lockdown throughout the country the last date of accepting the June 2020 term-end examination forms without late fee has been extended up to 30th April 2020: Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)
Keeping in view the spread of #COVID19, the epidemic and complete lockdown throughout the country the last date of accepting the June 2020 term-end examination forms without late fee has been extended up to 30th April 2020: Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) pic.twitter.com/jZiq6EZLeE
— ANI (@ANI) March 24, 2020
3 new cases of COVID-19 in Chennai
3 new cases of COVID19 in Chennai. A 74-yr-old male & a 52-yr-old female returned from USA and a 25 yr-old female returned from Switzerland. They’re residents of Porur, Purasaivakkam, Keelkattalai respectively. Patients in isolation&stable: Tamil Nadu Health Minister
3 new cases of COVID19 in Chennai. A 74-yr-old male & a 52-yr-old female returned from USA and a 25 yr-old female returned from Switzerland. They’re residents of Porur, Purasaivakkam, Keelkattalai respectively. Patients in isolation&stable: Tamil Nadu Health Minister
— ANI (@ANI) March 24, 2020
11,108 people are under quarantine for 14 days in Gujarat
11,108 people are under quarantine for 14 days, out of which 224 are in government facilities & 10,850 are home quarantined, while 34 are in private hospitals across Gujarat. As many as 21 FIRs have been lodged against those showing reluctance in being quarantined: Gujarat Govt
11,108 people are under quarantine for 14 days, out of which 224 are in government facilities & 10,850 are home quarantined, while 34 are in private hospitals across Gujarat. As many as 21 FIRs have been lodged against those showing reluctance in being quarantined: Gujarat Govt
— ANI (@ANI) March 24, 2020
Gangs in the Rio de Janeiro favelas have enforced a lockdown from 8pm tonight
Gangs in the Rio de Janeiro favelas have enforced a lockdown from 8pm tonight. The statement reads: “If the government won’t do the right thing, organised crime will”
Gangs in the Rio de Janeiro favelas have enforced a lockdown from 8pm tonight. The statement reads: “If the government won’t do the right thing, organised crime will” pic.twitter.com/dK0wtAR3KA
— Andrew Cesare (@AndrewCesare) March 23, 2020
We should have taken coronavirus more seriously: Rahul Gandhi
I am feeling sad, because this was completely avoidable. We had time to prepare. We should have taken this threat much more seriously and have been much better prepared.
I am feeling sad, because this was completely avoidable. We had time to prepare. We should have taken this threat much more seriously and have been much better prepared. #CoronavirusPandemic https://t.co/dpRTCg8No9
— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) March 24, 2020
Fourth death in Mumbai, 65-year-old man from UAE passes away
Maharashtra: A 65-year-old Coronavirus patient from UAE passed away in Mumbai yesterday. He was admitted in Kasturba Hospital. https://t.co/PSz1nXNavV
— ANI (@ANI) March 24, 2020
In last 24 hours, no new case of COVID19 reported in Delhi: Arvind Kejriwal
In last 24 hours, no new case of COVID19 reported in Delhi. 5 ppl have been discharged after treatment. Biggest challenge right now is that we don’t have to let the situation turn uncontrollable, under any circumstance. Contribution of all is needed in achieving this: Delhi CM
In last 24 hours, no new case of #COVID19 reported in Delhi. 5 ppl have been discharged after treatment. Biggest challenge right now is that we don’t have to let the situation turn uncontrollable, under any circumstance. Contribution of all is needed in achieving this: Delhi CM pic.twitter.com/xhvQRV9rlF
— ANI (@ANI) March 24, 2020
Ugadi Asthanam to be performed at Tirupati temple tomorrow
Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam, the administrative body of Lord Balaji temple has conducted ‘Kovil Alwar Tirumanjanam’, a temple cleansing ritual ahead of festival of Ugadi tomorrow. ‘Ugadi Asthanam’, to be performed tomorrow in the presence of very few people.
Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam, the administrative body of Lord Balaji temple has conducted ‘Kovil Alwar Tirumanjanam’, a temple cleansing ritual ahead of festival of Ugadi tomorrow. ‘Ugadi Asthanam’, to be performed tomorrow in the presence of very few people. pic.twitter.com/LHMJi5wOOt
— ANI (@ANI) March 24, 2020
PM Modi to address nation at 8 pm today
Will address the nation at 8 PM today, on vital aspects relating to the menace of COVID-19: Prime Minister Narendra Modi
Election Commission of India has deferred the Rajya Sabha Elections
Election Commission has deferred the Rajya Sabha Elections that were scheduled to be held on 26th March. https://t.co/lO7oFWtwsJ
— ANI (@ANI) March 24, 2020
Armed forces have evacuated 1186 from foreign countries, says Indian Army spokesperson
The armed forces have evacuated 1186 (these include medical staff and air crew) from foreign countries. At present, there are 796 people in quarantine under military supervision: Indian Army spokesperson Col Aman Anand
Only 2 positive cases have come till now&they are being managed at civil hospitals along with 2 more persons with some symptoms.All others released after full protocol observed.More evacuees are expected soon,armed forces are geared up to absorb them in our care:Army spokesperson https://t.co/yTvaUftSwz
— ANI (@ANI) March 24, 2020
Work of sanitisation of Municipal Hospital is underway by a team of Mumbai Fire Services
Maharashtra: Work of sanitisation of Municipal Hospital is underway by a team of Mumbai Fire Services. An officer says, “We’re using Quick Response Vehicle to spray disinfectant Sodium Hydrochloride Solution diluted in water. Priority to be given to quarantine facilities.”
Maharashtra:Work of sanitisation of Municipal Hospital is underway by a team of Mumbai Fire Services. An officer says,”We’re using Quick Response Vehicle to spray disinfectant Sodium Hydrochloride Solution diluted in water. Priority to be given to quarantine facilities.” #COVID19 pic.twitter.com/OVwcYaIvii
— ANI (@ANI) March 24, 2020
23-year-old woman in Manipur tests positive for Coronavirus
A 23-year-old woman in Manipur tests positive for Coronavirus. She has recent travel history to the UK.
A 23-year-old woman in #Manipur tests positive for #Coronavirus. She has recent travel history to the UK.
— ANI (@ANI) March 24, 2020
Locals gather at anti-CAA protest site in Shaheen Bagh
Delhi: Locals gather near the anti-CAA protest site in Shaheen Bagh which was cleared by police today morning, amid complete lockdown in the national capital to prevent the spread of Coronavirus
Delhi: Locals gather near the anti-CAA protest site in Shaheen Bagh which was cleared by police today morning, amid complete lockdown in the national capital to prevent the spread of #Coronavirus pic.twitter.com/lkOkcbPcIN
— ANI (@ANI) March 24, 2020
32 States and UTs announce complete lockdown
Important Announcement: 32 States/UTs announce complete lockdown in the entire state/UT covering 560 districts
Important Announcement : 32 States/UTs announce complete lockdown in the entire state/UT covering 560 districts #Covid_19india #CoronaUpdatesInIndia#Covid19India pic.twitter.com/8JZ9G56U7a
— PIB India (@PIB_India) March 24, 2020
Total number of active COVID-19 in Maharashtra rises to 101
Mumbai police seizes 25 lakh masks worth Rs 15-20 crore
Mumbai police has seized 25 lakh masks worth 15-20 crore. The seizure was conducted in the supervision of Mumbai police commissioner. The state home minister is likely to visit the Bandra unit of crime branch.
(Inputs from Sachin Gaad)
Total number of active COVID-19 in India rises to 446
Total number of active COVID19 cases so far in the country is 446, as on 24th March. 37 cured/discharged/migrated cases & 9 deaths: Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.
Total number of active #COVID19 cases so far in the country is 446, as on 24th March. 37 cured/discharged/migrated cases & 9 deaths: Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. pic.twitter.com/8JuDvSMUr4
— ANI (@ANI) March 24, 2020
Visuals from wholesale market in Moradabad
People in large numbers at a wholesale market in Moradabad, even as the district has been placed under lockdown due to rising cases of Coronavirus in the country.
#WATCH People in large numbers at a wholesale market in Moradabad, even as the district has been placed under lockdown due to rising cases of #Coronavirus in the country. pic.twitter.com/zWfpS0VQOm
— ANI UP (@ANINewsUP) March 24, 2020
CBSE announces new Helpline numbers on coronavirus safeguards for students
CBSE announced new Helpline numbers on Corona Virus Safeguards for Students. The facility will be available from 10 A.M. to 1.30 P.M. and 2.00 P.M. to 5.00 P.M. from today to 31st of March until further announcement.
CBSE announced new Helpline numbers on Corona Virus Safeguards for Students. The facility will be available from 10 A.M. to 1.30 P.M. and 2.00 P.M. to 5.00 P.M. from today to 31st of March until further announcement. #coronaupdatesindia
— Prasar Bharati News Services (@PBNS_India) March 24, 2020
Delhi Police clears the protest site in Shaheen Bagh in wake of COVID19
Delhi: Delhi Police clears the protest site in Shaheen Bagh area, amid complete lockdown in the national capital, in wake of COVID19
#WATCH Delhi Police clears the protest site in Shaheen Bagh area, amid complete lockdown in the national capital, in wake of #Coronavirus pic.twitter.com/N6MGLTLs5Z
— ANI (@ANI) March 24, 2020
Fighting coronavirus is the fight of our lives: UN Chief calls for global ceasefire
Drop your weapons and end your animosity. Fighting coronavirus is the fight of our lives, said UN Chief calls for global ceasefire. Click here to read more.
First lady Melania Trump tested negative for coronavirus
First lady Melania Trump has tested negative for coronavirus, White House press secretary Stephanie Grisham told CNN.
Visuals from Punjab: People coming out to buy essential goods in Amritsar
Punjab: People come out of their homes to buy essential goods in Amritsar, amid lockdown in the state. A buyer at a milk shop says,”Govt has taken the right step to control the spread of #COVID19. But govt must specify the time when shops selling essential goods will remain open”
Punjab: People come out of their homes to buy essential goods in Amritsar, amid lockdown in the state. A buyer at a milk shop says,”Govt has taken the right step to control the spread of #COVID19. But govt must specify the time when shops selling essential goods will remain open” pic.twitter.com/4Um4jPG98c
— ANI (@ANI) March 24, 2020
96 FIRs registered and 1995 vehicles were challaned in Noida for violating the lockdown and section 144
96 FIRs (first information reports) were registered and 1995 vehicles were challaned in Noida for violating the lockdown and section 144 in the district, yesterday: Noida Police
96 FIRs (first information reports) were registered and 1995 vehicles were challaned in Noida for violating the lockdown and section 144 in the district, yesterday: Noida Police #COVID19 pic.twitter.com/SIbIpLTGv9
— ANI UP (@ANINewsUP) March 24, 2020
All private medical colleges and hospitals in Uttarakhand are directed to reserve 25% of their beds for COVID19 patients
All private medical colleges and hospitals in Uttarakhand that have a capacity of 100 or more beds are directed to reserve 25% of their beds for COVID19 positive or possibly infected cases: State Government
All private medical colleges and hospitals in Uttarakhand that have a capacity of 100 or more beds are directed to reserve 25% of their beds for #COVID19 positive or possibly infected cases: State Government pic.twitter.com/xf0JB093Oi
— ANI (@ANI) March 24, 2020
It is really important that India continue to take aggressive action at public health level: WHO Executive Director
India led the world in eradicating two silent killers – Small Pox and Polio. India has tremendous capacities, all countries have tremendous capacities when communities and civil societies are mobilized: WHO Executive Director Dr Michael J Ryan
India led the world in eradicating two silent killers – Small Pox and Polio. India has tremendous capacities, all countries have tremendous capacities when communities and civil societies are mobilized: WHO Executive Director Dr Michael J Ryan #Coronavirus https://t.co/3yyDh7CBbB
— ANI (@ANI) March 23, 2020
Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik donates 3 months salary to CM’s relief fund
Odisha Chief Minister’s Office:CM Naveen Patnaik has donated his 3 months’ salary to Chief Minister’s relief fund to help those affected by COVID19,reiterating that extraordinary circumstance demands extraordinary response. CM has appealed all to donate generously for the cause.
Odisha Chief Minister’s Office:CM Naveen Patnaik has donated his 3 months’ salary to Chief Minister’s relief fund to help those affected by #COVID19,reiterating that extraordinary circumstance demands extraordinary response. CM has appealed all to donate generously for the cause. pic.twitter.com/IZWGmq4Nqg
— ANI (@ANI) March 23, 2020