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'A Talibani crime': Union Minister Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi on Tablighi Jammat's Nizamuddin...

Coronavirus Update: Union minister Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi said 99% of the people, including minorities, are strongly supportive of the government’s efforts to contain the spread of the Covid-19 pandemic. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3402S6F https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Delhi govt cancer hospital doctor tests coronavirus positive, building shut

A day before, a doctor couple from two Delhi Mohalla Clinics in the northeast region tested positive for the coronavirus disease. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2JwmNAQ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Govt cuts interest rate on PPF, NSC, Kisan Vikas Patra and Sukanya Samriddhi Accounts...

Interest rates for small savings schemes are notified on a quarterly basis. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3bCkx6Q https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Google launches India-specific website on COVID-19

The website has four key sections: health information, safety and prevention tips, data & insights, and resources. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2JqYc0e https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Foreign teams of Jamaat touring India, could be carrying Covid-19, govt tells s...

In its advisory to states, the government has said that any foreigner member of Tabligh Jamaat found free from Covid-19 should be immediately deported by the first available flight. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2UywVPK https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Star Wars actor Andrew Jack dies of coronavirus at 76, was diagnosed 2 days ago

Andrew Jack, who starred in Star Wars: The Last Jedi, has died of coronavirus. He was also the dialect coach for Robert Downey Jr and Chris Hemsworth. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2UQ3O9z https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Markaz leadership resisted, then NSA Ajit Doval dropped by at 2 am

The operation has moved into Phase 2. In this, security officials say the effort is to trace all the foreigners who are in India, get them medically screened and then take a close look at violation of the visa norms. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2yk37xv https://ift.tt/2zbki14

New financial year begins: Tax regime and other changes which will come into effect...

The government has already clarified that the financial year is not going to change. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/39Ah4V7 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Didn't have Sourav Ganguly-like support from MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli: Yuvraj Singh

India’s prolific match-winner in their recent two World Cups – 2007 T20 World Cup and 2011 ODI World Cup – Yuvraj revealed he got more support under Sourav Ganguly’s captaincy than under MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/39Bgzdk https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Can India be an outlier in the spread of Covid-19? | Opinion

Indians may have genetic advantages, but these need more studies. Meanwhile, fully enforce the lockdown from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3dIXI3t https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Houseparty owns whatever you say in its app, can track you and won't delete all...

Houseparty’s privacy policy page states that it can track you using different tools even if you opt-out, won’t delete all your data from servers, can’t guarantee 100% security and owns whatever you chat about inside the app. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/341Nzue https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Timeline: How Nizamuddin event went on despite lockdown orders

More than 2,000 people who were at the markaz in Delhi’ Nizamuddin area have been identified. The building has emerged as one of the biggest Covid-19 hot spots in the country. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2R1dX2e https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus update: Kashmir man fakes death to reach home in ambulance during Covid-19...

A police team intercepted the ambulance and found the man alive and subsequently arrested all the four accused. Police sent them to a quarantine facility. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2UVQBfg https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus death rate lower than estimates: Study

The death rates varied substantially with age, ranging from a low 0.0016% for people up to none years old to 7.8% for people aged 80 and above. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2QVhq2b https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Covid-19: What you need to know today

Coronavirus update: The headquarters, Markaz Nizamuddin, where around 2,000 people were staying even as recently as the weekend, will likely end up being India’s own Diamond Princess, the cruise ship that saw 712 infections. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3ayVvW5 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus update: Donald Trump warns US headed for 'very, very painful two we...

Covid-19 update: Top health experts said that the decision to maintain strict social distancing was the only way to stop the easily transmitted virus, even if this has caused massive disruption to the economy with three quarters of Americans under some form of lockdown. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2JqIiD5 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Killed after he informed on Covid suspects: Kin

Two persons have been arrested in the case. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2yjmE16 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

What Covid-19 will change about us | Opinion

From our engagement with family and faith to our empathy for migrant workers, a lot will transform from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3dKGgvq https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Covid-19: UK visa of medical staff from India, non-EU countries extended free for...

The visa extension was announced as new figures by the Office for National Statistics showed that the number of deaths is higher than those released by the Department of Health and Social Care, which releases figures of deaths in hospitals, and not those in homes and care-homes. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2yjGtFv https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Test results delayed, labs struggle with sample load

The 130 functional government laboratories across India have tested 42,788 samples so far, of which 4,346 were tested on Monday alone. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2JszOLD https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Social media makes it difficult to differentiate real news from fake news

In a recent study researchers found that people viewing a blend of news and entertainment on a social media site tended to pay less attention to the source of content they consumed - meaning they could easily mistake satire or fiction for real news. from Hindustan Times - sex-relationships https://bit.ly/2wHB3nA https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Donald Trump unveils new FDA authorized 15-minute virus test

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Three all-time IPL records that are not likely to be broken

Plenty of records have been broken, plenty more have been posted - the talent on display has been exhilarating and as a result, the IPL has become the biggest league in the cricketing world. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2ymW6w3 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus: Indian government's MyGov app has some myth-busters for you

The Indian government’s MyGov app is doing its bit in fighting fake news and misinformation on coronavirus by stating some ‘myth-busters’. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2wOItW0 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Covid-19: India's FY21 outlook bleak, economy to enter slow lane

ECONOMIC STRESS: Most analysts see severe contraction in June quarter output from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2JtwAY9 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

136-yr-old Van Gogh painting stolen from Dutch museum closed due to Covid-19

The Parsonage Garden at Nuenen in Spring, a painting by Vincent Van Gogh has been stolen from a Dutch museum on the painter’s 167th birth anniversary. from Hindustan Times - world https://bit.ly/2UsDrYm https://ift.tt/2zbki14

59,000 deaths averted so far by social distancing in EU, says study on coronavirus...

The countries assessed in the study by London’s Imperial College are Austria, Belgium, Denmark, France, Germany, Italy, Norway, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and the UK. from Hindustan Times - world https://bit.ly/3bAgCaT https://ift.tt/2zbki14

US coronavirus death toll rises past 3,000, over 1.6 lakh Covid-19 cases report...

In a grim new milestones marking the spread of the virus, total deaths across the United States hit 3,017, including at least 540 on Monday, and the reported cases climbed to more than 163,000, according to a Reuters tally. from Hindustan Times - world https://bit.ly/2UNTNtt https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus Update: New York governor begs for help amid 'staggering' Covid-19 death...

New York state’s death toll climbed by more than 250 in a single day to a total of more than 1,200 victims, most of them in the New York city. He said an additional 1 million health care workers are needed to tackle the crisis. from Hindustan Times - world https://bit.ly/39qgB7S https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Covid-19 could fundamentally change India's political economy

It remains to be seen whether political parties in India decide to use the Covid-19 pandemic to demand a redrawing of political economy alignments in favour of the poor. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2UucQdh https://ift.tt/2zbki14

COVID-19 survives on masks; Nizamuddin sealed & more: Top 5 stories from HT

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5 more Covid-19 cases in Maharashtra; total number reaches 225

The Maharashtra government had issued instructions to all district authorities to take precautions to contain the spread after a few patients, who tested positive on Monday, were found to be from densely populated areas in Mumbai and Pune. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3atLxFK https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Three unique records held by Sachin Tendulkar in international cricket

From the most number of runs in Tests to 100 career centuries, he has carved out his own place in the sport’s folklore. While some of them are quite well known, here’s a look at three unique records held by the legendary cricketer. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2wOCeBy https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Internet Archive's National Emergency Library will offer 1.4 million e-books for...

This online library hosts a collection of more than 1.4 million copyrighted e-books that you can access for free, till June 30 at least. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3auD1Gh https://ift.tt/2zbki14

What we know about Nizamuddin mosque congregation: 10 points

Over 2,000 delegates from countries like Indonesia and Malaysia attended the Tablighi Jamaat congregation in Delhi’s Nizamuddin West from March 1-15. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2Jrs906 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus: 227 new positive cases nationwide with 11 more deaths; Govt says no...

The government also said there was no immediate plan to extend the 21-day lockdown period, which entered its sixth day on Monday, while the Indian Army dismissed as “fake” social media posts about a possible emergency declaration next month. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3bEdwTb https://ift.tt/2zbki14

UP man calls COVID-19 helpline, asks for samosas. Here's what happened next

After repeated warnings, the samosas were sent to him but with a little gift - a punishment. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2UMu8Bj https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Desperate BCCI plans to clear August-September window to hold IPL

The BCCI will have to take the lead in convincing the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) to postpone the Asia Cup to a later date. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3bB7Pp4 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Covid-19 crisis: At 32 per million, India lags far behind on testing

Health officials in Kerala said that much more tests was a reason for the state, with population of 34.8 million, reporting highest number of Covid cases in the country. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2JsACQI https://ift.tt/2zbki14

US coronavirus death toll rises past 3,000, over 1.6 lakh Covid-19 cases report...

In a grim new milestones marking the spread of the virus, total deaths across the United States hit 3,017, including at least 540 on Monday, and the reported cases climbed to more than 163,000, according to a Reuters tally. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2UNTNtt https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Covid-19 doesn't survive on print, tissue paper after 3 hours, says Hong Kong s...

The study, which is yet to be published also found that the virus doesn’t remain infectious on cloth or treated wood after a day. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3dGn8i7 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Covid-19 update: Science and tech group set up to look into long-term solutions

Technology is also aiding the government in training its nurses and doctors on various measures to tackle the disease through webinars during the lockdown. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2UH8iPy https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'These two guys, then daylight, then the rest': Shane Warne names best batsmen of...

During the same session, Warne also named his all-time Test XI and picked Allan Border as the captain of this side. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3dGlDk2 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India's only F1 track to turn into a quarantine facility

The district magistrate of Gautam Budh Nagar, BN Singh, said the decision was taken in order to create additional facilities to provide healthcare and shelter to people in Noida, Greater Noida and Yamuna Expressway areas. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2xv5pd1 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

No plan to extend 21-day lockdown, says government

The 21-day lockdown came into effect on March 25 after Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s address to the nation where he stressed on the need to break the chain of infection. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2yjeMwI https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Trump extends curbs, rapid testing in Kerala and more, top 5 stories from HT

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'US won't pay for your protection': Donald Trump to Prince Harry, Meghan

Amid reports of Prince Harry and his wife Meghan settling in US, Donald Trump wrote on Twitter “the U.S. will not pay for their security protection. They must pay!” from Hindustan Times - world https://bit.ly/2QUGOoJ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Sensex, Nifty fall as coronavirus cases increase

The Nifty fell 2.76% to 8,421.05 by 0345 GMT and the Sensex was 2.86% lower at 28,962.47. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2JnokJj https://ift.tt/2zbki14

In times of coronavirus, work as usual for Prime Minister Modi

PM Modi is observing his strict Navratri fast and closely monitoring committees on containment of Covid-19 while being in constant touch with all chief ministers from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3by3tPx https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus Lockdown: Is it gossip you're missing the most while working from h...

Take no offence. In fact, according to experts, gossiping, or simply talking about someone who is not present, need not always be negative -- it can also be positive or neutral. from Hindustan Times - sex-relationships https://bit.ly/2UukFjf https://ift.tt/2zbki14

US says H-1B cap for 2021 reached; all 65,000 visas taken

Under the new H-1B Electronic Registration Process implemented this year, before the start of the application filing season on April 1, all the companies were mandatorily asked to register with the USCIS and March 20 was the last date for the registration. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2QYeIci https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Sehwag came later...:' Wasim Akram names Pakistan batsman who changed opening in...

Former Pakistan captain Wasim Akram named the cricketer who redefined opening in Test cricket before the arrival of Virender Sehwag. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3dCb0yB https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus cases in India cross 1000-mark, says govt; toll rises to 27

Experts have raised concerns over possible signs of the Covid-19 outbreak entering the community transmission phase, but officials deny it. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2wAXpah https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus update: Pregnant woman, her husband forced to walk over 100km without...

The three-week lockdown announced on Tuesday to curb the spread of the coronavirus pandemic has left millions of migrant labourers jobless and forced them to walk hundreds of kilometres to their villages in absence of any means to sustain themselves. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2wAXnzb https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Covid-19 update: China wary of second wave as imported coronavirus cases rise

In the last seven days, China has reported 313 imported cases of coronavirus but only six confirmed cases of domestic transmission, the National Health Commission’s (NHC) data showed. from Hindustan Times - world https://bit.ly/33VeEix https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Enjoying training again with childhood coach': Amit Panghal

With all sporting events suspended, and most training centres and national camps shut, what are athletes doing with their forced leisure time? Everyday a top athlete will talk about her or his experience of dealing with the Covid-19 pandemic. This is Amit Panghal, the silver medallist from the 2019 World Championships who sealed his Tokyo Olympics berth by reaching the semi-finals of the Asian Olympic Qualifiers earlier this month. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2w3g2mY https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Country singer Joe Diffie dies of Covid-19 at the age of 61

Country singer Joe Diffie, who had a string of hits in the 1990s with chart-topping ballads and honky-tonk singles like Home and Pickup Man, has died of Covid-19 at the age of 61. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2UtbYpy https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Covid-19 update: China wary of second wave as imported coronavirus cases rise

In the last seven days, China has reported 313 imported cases of coronavirus but only six confirmed cases of domestic transmission, the National Health Commission’s (NHC) data showed. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/33VeEix https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus update: States told to stop, shelter migrants walking back home amid...

Covid-19 update: On Sunday, the Centre asked state governments and Union Territories to “effectively seal” state and district borders to stop the movement of the migrant workers. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2QRYIZ1 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Covid-19 update: 23 new coronavirus cases in Delhi: 13 with travel history, 4 contacts,...

Coronavirus update: Among the total coronavirus cases in Delhi -- two patients died of the disease -- five have been discharged and one has migrated out of the country, the Delhi health department said. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2WPueuJ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'They must pay': Trump says US won't pay for Prince Harry, Meghan's security

Amid reports of Prince Harry and his wife Meghan settling in US, Donald Trump wrote on Twitter “the U.S. will not pay for their security protection. They must pay!” from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2QUGOoJ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Modi 1.0 will help Modi 2.0 deal with the pandemic | Opinion

His policies and schemes have equipped both the Indian State and society better. The NPR and NRC will help too from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/33UNtV1 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Living in isolation is hard... but it's not without benefits, writes Abhilash T...

Naval officer Abhilash Tomy says living in isolation is not without benefits. It is a time to blow the dust off those books and read, to make those calls which you have been deferring, to practise a hand at cooking, to make paper planes and to pursue those innumerable things that you postponed because you felt you never had the time. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2UpZZce https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Covid-19: What you need to know today

Coronavirus update: India’s promptness in scanning travellers, restricting and then entirely barring international travellers from entering the country, and announcing a nationwide lockdown (include complete cessation of train and air travel) till the middle of April should start kicking in now, hopefully flattening the curve. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3bzm4dZ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Covid-19 update: Turmoil caused by coronavirus likely to hit gig economy

The immediate impact of the Covid-19 scare is likely to happen in the gig economy with people remaining apprehensive of any physical contact and thus refraining from availing most such services such as ordering cabs and food to grooming services at home and staying in shared spaces. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2wElvku https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus update: Medical students in final-year MBBS, PG may join Covid-19 f...

Covid-19 update: There were just over a million doctors registered with state medical councils in 2017, of which only 80% were estimated to be in active service, according to the government. This means, India has one doctor for every about 1,500 persons; World Health Organization (WHO) norms suggest that there must be one doctor for every 1,000 persons. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2WRqUz7 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus Update: Noida firm booked for hiding information after 13 employees,...

The FIR has been registered under the Uttar Pradesh Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897, on the basic of a complaint by Gautam Buddh Nagar Chief Medical Officer Aurag Bhargava, the officials said. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2xwK7M5 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Mann ki Baat: 'Increase social distancing, reduce emotional gaps,' says PM Modi

Social distancing does not mean ending social interaction. Social distancing should be increased and emotional distances should be decreased, PM Modi said. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2UrtWIO https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Second Covid-19 patient dies in Srinagar; J-K has 33 coronavirus patients

The death came a day after Jammu and Kashmir witnessed 13 new cases with 33 people testing positive for Covid-19 so far. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/33TrVYY https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus update: Please forgive me, bear a little longer, PM Modi says on Mann...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday sought forgiveness for putting people in trouble by ordering a complete lockdown in the country but said the fight against coronavirus is one of life and death. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3aD0MMJ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Youngsters are at forefront of fighting Covid-19: PM Modi thanks people for contributing...

A user tweeted out saying that his children have given away all their savings towards the fund. The Prime Minister responded by saying that the “youngsters are at the forefront of fighting Covid-19”. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2wKhw5Q https://ift.tt/2zbki14

A marriage ceremony that turned into a Covid-19 hotspot in Bengal

Health officials are worried because of the large number of people who attended the marriage ceremony after which three persons have tested positive for coronavirus. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3bzLTe6 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

At home with coronavirus, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson writes to the na...

Johnson, who has described his symptoms as mild, is leading the government’s response to the crisis, chairing meetings by video conference. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2yeKZoN https://ift.tt/2zbki14

The little luxuries that are keeping us sane during social distancing and self-...

Here are 25 additional at-home luxuries that we’re cherishing right now. Use them to transform your social distancing experience, or as a gift guide for friends in need of a boost.  from Hindustan Times - sex-relationships https://bit.ly/3dBYgYP https://ift.tt/2zbki14

No quarantine, but strong travel advisory to be issued, says Prez Donald Trump

Vice President Mike Pence tweeted that the CDC was urging residents of the three states “to refrain from non-essential travel for the next 14 days.” from Hindustan Times - world https://bit.ly/2vSZ8qS https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Canadian PM Justin Trudeau's wife has recovered from coronavirus

“I am feeling so much better,” Sophie Gregoire Trudeau said in a statement on social media. She said she received the clearance from her doctor and Ottawa Public Health. from Hindustan Times - world https://bit.ly/3bD3Xnl https://ift.tt/2zbki14

North Korea fires more missiles than ever amid coronavirus outbreak

Two “short-range projectiles” were launched from the coastal Wonsan area, and flew 230 kilometres (143 miles) at a maximum altitude of 30 kilometres (19 miles), South Korea’s Joint Chiefs of Staff reported. from Hindustan Times - world https://bit.ly/3bzi1hK https://ift.tt/2zbki14

ICC salutes 'real world hero' Joginder Sharma for fighting against Covid-19

In his post-cricket career as a policeman, India’s Joginder Sharma is among those doing their bit amid a global health crisis.” from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/33UGifJ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus update: Has Covid-19 entered Stage 3? Experts, government disagree

Covid-19 update: According to the ICMR, the apex biomedical research body in the country, there are four states of the disease. Stage 1 is getting imported cases, stage 2 is local transmission when a person whose been to a global hotspot infects a local resident, stage 3 is community transmission and stage 4 is an epidemic. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2WS3ZUy https://ift.tt/2zbki14

PM Modi's Mann ki Baat today to focus on 'prevailing Covid-19 situation'

PM Modi, in his Mann Ki Baat programme on March 29, will talk about the situation arising out of the novel coronavirus in the country. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2QVluQ1 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus-related deaths in US surge past 2,000: Report

The number of deaths late Saturday was 2,010, about a quarter of them in New York City, the country’s hardest hit region, Johns Hopkins reported. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2wNyTmj https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus update: Delhi eating joint employee walks 200 km to reach home, dies...

Covid-19 update: Ranveer Singh had decided to walk home after the government suddenly imposed a national lockdown, ordering shops and offices to close. Eating joints were allowed to stay open provided they don’t serve but deliver the food to customers. But in the initial days of the lockdown, the police wouldn’t let them operate. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2UGJdo0 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus update: Tamil Nadu man breaks quarantine, runs naked, bites woman to...

The man’s kin overpowered him and admitted the woman to nearby Bodi Government Hospital where doctors on Saturday said she succumbed to her injuries, not responding to treatment. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2UnSrqh https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Covid-19: How it will change companies

. At 10.30pm on Saturday night, India had 1,013 cases with nearly 44% of them concentrated in Maharashtra, Kerala, and Karnataka. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/33RgyAI https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus update- 'Is that sister Chhaya': PM Modi dials nurse, continues to work...

Covid-19 update: A senior government official familiar with the matter said this is one of the 150-200 phone calls that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been making every day since he announced the nationwide 21-day lockdown last week. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3bK2wUz https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus update: Covid-19 cases in India cross 1,000 mark; thousands on stre...

Fresh coronavirus-related deaths were reported in India from Kerala, Gujarat and Maharashtra, taking the death toll from the disease to 21, according to official data from states. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2UqKH6Y https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus update: Concerns over superspreaders rise as many breach quarantine

In Maharashtra’s Sangli, four members of a family, who have tested Covid-19 positive, had returned from Saudi Arabia on March 14 and mingled with other people for the four days in absence of instructions for home quarantine. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2UpmLkf https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Covid-19 update: Bus facility draws sea of humanity in time of coronavirus

Coronavirus update: The Delhi government pressed 570 buses into service to ferry stranded migrant workers from across the city to the borders but most officers on the ground said it wasn’t enough. Right across the road at the Kaushambi bus terminus, the UP government provided 500 buses to drop them to their villages in UP. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/39tDAyO https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Dirty politics': Exodus of migrants from Delhi sets up AAP vs BJP on Twitter

AAP and BJP locked horns over the issue of the exodus of migrant workforce from Delhi on Saturday from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/39qiXnh https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus outbreak: What are the stages of transmission and what they mean

The government has taken a slew of measures to step up against the spread of Covid-19, including announcing the 21-day lockdown across the country and the economic stimulus package. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2UpPRQQ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

MS Dhoni's 5 bold decisions which stunned everyone but won India matches

Here are five such instances which changed the fortunes of India and also of few players because of just one man - MS Dhoni. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3bxS5TU https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Disneyland to remain closed indefinitely amid coronavirus scare

The company had closed Disneyland in Southern California and Disney World outside Orlando in mid-March with plans to reopen at the start of April, but Disney said Friday the resorts would remain closed until further notice. from Hindustan Times - world https://bit.ly/2QQK5p0 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Covid-19 lockdown: Truck crushes 4 labourers returning home near Mumbai

A group of seven labourers were going to their villages in Rajasthan on foot when the Gujarat police turned them away Friday night at Bhilad (Gujarat-Maharashtra border) and they were returning to their shanties in Vasai. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2UKjZ87 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Govt data shows 149 cases in 24 hrs, Covid-19 count hits 873 in India

The number of cases in India has spiked to over 800 from just 50 a little over two weeks ago. The first death was reported on March 11. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3dwSvM9 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Covid-19 expediting Wistron's plans to move iPhone production from China to India,...

The move in production out of China has been underway since the trade war between Washington and Beijing reached its zenith last year. Now, Covid-19 is expediting that. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3arRlPM https://ift.tt/2zbki14

A sea of seats and just 11 flyers: airlines' woes dwarf US aid

With the coronavirus pandemic shrinking the number of passengers, now down more than 90%, some U.S. airlines have announced plans to cut as many as eight out of 10 flights in coming months. from Hindustan Times - world https://bit.ly/2UpyHmn https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Parisian opera singer belts out balcony tunes during Covid-19 lockdown

Opera tenor Stephane Senechal has taken to opening his windows and belting out classic songs every day at 7 p.m., serenading neighbours forced to stay inside by the lockdown the government put in place two weeks ago. from Hindustan Times - world https://bit.ly/2vUSOzj https://ift.tt/2zbki14

US lab unveils portable 5-minute COVID-19 test for use almost anywhere

The medical-device maker plans to supply 50,000 tests a day starting April 1, said John Frels, vice president of research and development at Abbott Diagnostics. from Hindustan Times - world https://bit.ly/2QRtz8p https://ift.tt/2zbki14

China signals ramped-up stimulus as coronavirus impact widens

With output crippled by factory shutdowns and transport curbs this quarter, China’s economy is now threatened further by a collapse in external demand due to the spread of the deadly disease around the world. from Hindustan Times - world https://bit.ly/39oiv97 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

No Gayle, no Kohli: Former Australia player picks top 3 powerplay batsmen in IPL

IPL has been postponed till April 15th and could be postponed further due to the 21-day lockdown announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3bxRzoR https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Photography, networking, cooking and more: Emerge from isolation a better you

Learn to learn again, by picking something fun — like food or photography or food photography — and practising every day. from Hindustan Times - sex-relationships https://bit.ly/2WMZDOf https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Facebook Live will be available as audio-only option for non-Facebook users

Facebook is introducing new features for its Live tool as the company witnesses 50% increase in user activity. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/33RKAEt https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Farmers can work, says govt amid nationwide lockdown over Covid-19 pandemic

The countrywide restrictions were announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday, March 24, with complete halt of all public transport, including flights, trains and interstate buses. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/33Qe1qA https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'It was spreading like fire, we were all in shock, scared': Sania Mirza

With all sporting events suspended, and most training centres and national camps shut, what are athletes doing with their forced leisure time? Everyday a top athlete will talk about her or his experience of dealing with the Covid-19 pandemic. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3bwmy4v https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Help us': After deaths on coronavirus-hit ship, guests clamor to leave

Holland America Line said in a statement that the MS Zaandam, previously on a South American cruise, was trying to transit the Panama Canal and make its way to Fort Lauderdale, Florida from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/33Tw1jH https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Infosys employee says 'spread the virus' in social post. Company sacks him

Infosys, in a tweet from its official handle, said the social media post by the employee is against its code of conduct and its commitment to responsible social sharing. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2UFOAUp https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'The amount of cricket we have played...': Ravi Shastri speaks out on 'forced b...

The ODI series between India and South Africa was cancelled after which the Indian Premier League was deferred till April 15. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2WPJec8 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus: India readies for Stage 3 transmission as Covid-19 cases cross 800

On Friday, Odisha expressed concern that the coronavirus disease could be advancing towards community transmission in the state. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3dwHEBT https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus update: Donald Trump says US will make 100,000 ventilators in 100 d...

US President Donald Trump said on Friday the United States would produce 100,000 ventilators in 100 days and said he had named White House aide Peter Navarro as the coordinator of the Defense Production Act. from Hindustan Times - world https://bit.ly/33PuQlo https://ift.tt/2zbki14

US Covid-19 figures cross 100,000, a first for any country

The American president also used for the first time war-time powers under the Defense Production Act, under increasing pressure from state governors, to force a private company, General Motors, to ramp up production of ventilators needed to treat severely ill Covid-19 patients. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3dutvVL https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus update: Assam to set up hospitals with 1500 beds within 2 months

Assam is yet to record any Covid-19 case, but the government machinery is gearing up to face the outbreak and spread of the coronavirus disease. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3dFWO7Z https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Epics that inspired de facto 'janta curfews' three decades ago return in time of...

Once again, you can watch Ramayan and Mahabharat on DD. The streets outside will still be empty – though, it’s a different kind of lockdown, necessitated by the coronavirus disease (Covid-19) pandemic. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2WOsTEh https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Sachin Tendulkar donates Rs 50 lakh to fight Covid-19

Tendulkar’s donation is so far the biggest contribution among India’s leading sportspersons, some of whom have pledged their salaries while a few others have donated medical equipment to fight the dreaded outbreak. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2Ji3zi3 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

WhatsApp sees highest engagement during Covid-19 pandemic with 40% increase in usage:...

Among the social media apps, WhatsApp is seeing the highest number of usage with Spain witnessing an increase of 76%. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/39oasZZ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Moody's cuts India GDP growth to 2.5% from 5.3% in 2020

Moody’s said it expects the growth to bounce back to 5.8% in the calendar year in 2021 and expects a gross domestic product (GDP) growth of negative 0.5% in CY20 at the global level, before bouncing back in CY21. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3bytv51 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Ministers to submit daily report on COVID-19 control to PM Modi

The ministers will seek information on the steps being taken to run community kitchens for those in need; assess the preparedness at the hospitals; check the availability of drugs, essential commodities and personal protective equipment such as masks and sanitisers from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3bxBC26 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

RBI's Covid-19 relief: Repo rate cut, focus on reviving growth

This comes a day after a relief package announced by the government to clear the economic mess due to coronavirus pandemic. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3dwuDYX https://ift.tt/2zbki14

UNSC won't discuss Covid-19; China blocks it with help from Russia, South Africa

China, which holds the presidency of the UN Security Council till this month-end, cited lack of consensus to stop a proposal to discuss Covid-19 from being discussed. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2Uk4GnU https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Read articles not headlines': Ben Stokes hits back at fan for IPL 2020 preparation...

A Twitter user used this statement to tell Stokes to ‘forget the money and limelight’ and ‘think for everyone’.The comments did not go unnoticed as Ben Stokes asked the fans to read the full interview and not just the headline. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2UIdenx https://ift.tt/2zbki14

COVID-19 | 'China said our soldiers brought the virus…': Donald Trump on virus'...

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UNSC won't discuss Covid-19; China blocks it with help from Russia, South Africa

China, which holds the presidency of the UN Security Council till this month-end, cited lack of consensus to stop a proposal to discuss Covid-19 from being discussed. from Hindustan Times - world https://bit.ly/2Uk4GnU https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Covid-19 in Pakistan: Skipping vaccination can spell further trouble, says expe...

The coronavirus pandemic that has forced billions of people across the globe to stay home is making parents skip routine immunisations for their kids, UNICEF said on Thursday. from Hindustan Times - world https://bit.ly/3aocQkG https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Will discuss Covid-19 pandemic with Xi Jinping, says US Prez Donald Trump

The United States President also stated said G20 leaders at their virtual meeting agreed that immediate data-sharing is vital in the global fight against the coronavirus pandemic. from Hindustan Times - world https://bit.ly/3arwxrO https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Google resumes updates for Chrome, Chrome OS one week after it paused due to Co...

Google has resumed work on releasing updates for Chrome and Chrome OS with a revised schedule. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2QQGEPf https://ift.tt/2zbki14

IAS officer jumps Covid-19 quarantine in Kerala, heads for Kanpur

The officer was in quarantine after his return from the UK earlier this month. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2WLqJp3 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Maharashtra cops stop a container truck, find over 300 migrant workers

The shocked officials found that the workers, who hailed from Rajasthan, had chosen this surreptitious and dangerous mode of travel as they wanted to return home. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2JjZfyY https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Just getting more time to dance' - Manika Batra on life under lockdown

Speaking in an exclusive chat with Hindustan Times, India star paddler Manika Batra gave a glimpse of her life under lockdown. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/39o0fN9 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

RBI Guv to address media on Covid-19 pandemic today. Here's what's on agenda

Covid-19 update: The government had on Thursday announced a relief package that offers relief to millions of poor people hit by a nationwide lockdown triggered by the coronavirus pandemic. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2WLjKwl https://ift.tt/2zbki14

US has most coronavirus cases in world, overtakes China

There were 83,507 cases in the United States by the end of Thursday, according to Johns Hopkins University’s coronavirus tracker, nearly 2,000 more than China’s. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2QKDfBm https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Houseparty: Everything you need to know about the app taking COVID-19 lockdowns...

This video calling app from 2016 seems to be where everyone is during the coronavirus lockdown from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3dAg1rg https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus updates: US has world's most confirmed Covid-19 cases

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Coronavirus update: A long walk home on empty stomachs for masked migrants

Stranded after the lockdown, thousands of migrant workers are walking back to their villages and towns from their places of work hundreds of kilometers away. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/33VP8Kg https://ift.tt/2zbki14

US has world's most confirmed coronavirus cases: Report

With 81,321 cases of infection, the country of 330 million people has surpassed virus hotspots China and Italy in reaching the grim milestone. from Hindustan Times - world https://bit.ly/3dwgivn https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Covid-19: What you need to know today

Coronavirus update: Day 2 of the 21-day lockdown India has enforced was smoother than Day 1, with people figuring out that most essential products and services will be available, governments doing their bit to address concerns and iron out kinks, and local police departments starting to believe that not everyone who is out on the streets is a rule-breaker. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2UmEAkf https://ift.tt/2zbki14

On day 2 of lockdown, essential goods' supply better, but deficit raises prices

Milk supply in cities such as Mumbai, Pune, Patna and Lucknow may get affected as supply from villages has fallen. Local district officials said instructions were being issued to police to allow vehicles carrying milk from villages to local milk collection centres. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2ycovox https://ift.tt/2zbki14

US deaths top 1,000 as $2.2 trillion in coronavirus aid approved

In a recognition of the scale of the threat, the U.S. Senate late Wednesday passed an unparalleled $2.2 trillion economic rescue package steering aid to businesses, workers and health care systems. from Hindustan Times - world https://bit.ly/2UlgaqY https://ift.tt/2zbki14

800 people who came in contact with Covid-19 positive mohalla clinic doctor quarantined,...

The doctor had tested positive for Covid-19 on March 21; his 48-year-old wife and 17-year-old daughter have also been quarantined. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/33JN0VQ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

COVID-19 | 'How many deaths are acceptable to me?': Watch Trump's reply to repo...

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Covid-19 lockdown: Hyderabad students throng police stations, seek passes to go...

The students and employees are virtually thrown on roads by the hostel managements which announced closure of the premises following the lockdown to check the spread of Covid-19. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2UD3FpN https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Zomato employees take deep salary cuts amid COVID-19 lockdown

The Zomato CEO in a series said that said that dining out business has been badly hit in many countries owing to the virus outbreak and the lockdown. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3bjN0hQ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

More than 1,000 stuck at Telangana-Andhra border as Covid-19 lockdown dash hopes...

The entire country is under a lockdown for 21 days to check the spread of coronavirus disease Covid-19. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2UnaCg1 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Leading Test scorer, no World Cup: 3 great batsmen who never played in a World ...

There are players who have a made for themselves in this tournament, but then there have been players, who despite being prolific players for their sides, have never found themselves in a World Cup squad. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2UkkUNV https://ift.tt/2zbki14

65-year-old religious preacher dies of coronavirus, first death in Kashmir

Covid-19 update: Jammu and Kashmir reported its first death due to coronavirus disease in Srinagar. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/39q7Nz2 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Working from home? Here are 5 video-conferencing apps you can use for meetings

Coronavirus has impacted business like never before. And while most businesses have managed to hold on, they have had to send their employees on the work-from-home mode unless strictly necessary. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2wEhj3V https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus update: Chaos after Hubei's lockdown ends

Covid-19 update: Huge crowds jammed trains and buses in Hubei on Wednesday as people seized their first chance to travel after two months. Strict curbs on daily life are being lifted, allowing people to head home and see loved ones after weeks of separation. from Hindustan Times - world https://bit.ly/33NMk1F https://ift.tt/2zbki14

British parliament okays emergency Covid-19 legislation

Thousands of retired doctors and nurses have returned “to the front line” to deal with the coronavirus challenge, besides nearly 19,000 final-year medical students, as the UK grapples with staff and equipment shortage in the fight against Covid-19. from Hindustan Times - world https://bit.ly/3agjERg https://ift.tt/2zbki14

South Africa bans dog-walking during coronavirus lockdown

Bheki Cele, South Africa’s police minister said people can’t go running, contradicting the health minister’s comments earlier in the day. from Hindustan Times - world https://bit.ly/2xm668q https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus lockdown: Online gaming sees a surge as millions stay at home

A huge digital crowd is part of a spectacular boom for the digital gaming industry, as record numbers flock to online servers for distraction, entertainment and friendship with the “real world” seemingly falling apart. from Hindustan Times - sex-relationships https://bit.ly/2vTBbQq https://ift.tt/2zbki14

For IPL's young aspirants, a cancelled season is a great loss

The world’s richest cricket league, whose brand value last year was $6.7 billion, according to the US consultancy firm Duff and Phelps, is a parade of top international stars, but it also scores for the talent that it unearths. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3dvclqT https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Living in the times of coronavirus: Take out all those ugly things you bought but...

Brands like Balenciaga, Gucci, Birkenstocks, Vetements, Crocs among many others make imperfection and ugly the new cool. The unsupervised sense of beauty came to the forefront. As we battle a complete lockdown during the coronavirus pandemic, it is time to take out all the quirky things you bought but never wore. Read on. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2wGsEAH https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Global coronavirus death toll crosses 20,000, three billion under lockdown

As the number of confirmed cases worldwide soared past 450,000, UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres warned that only a concerted global effort could stop the spread of the virus. from Hindustan Times - world https://bit.ly/2y1vgt5 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Have to be patient, we will come out of this': Sourav Ganguly

With all sporting events suspended, and most training centres and national camps shut, what are athletes doing with their forced leisure time? Everyday a top athlete will talk about her or his experience of dealing with the Covid-19 pandemic. This is Sourav Ganguly, former captain of the Indian cricket team and current president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2ycEhzT https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus | PM's warning; 'no AC' advisory; Ivanka hails Oyo: Top 10 updates

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Coronavirus update: Scramble for supplies on Day 1 of three-week lockdown in In...

Amid nationwide lockdown due to the novel coronavirus, essential items are running scarce as shop shelves have been emptied out by hoarders while fresh stocks have been delayed due to curbs. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3btIQ6S https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Covid-19: What you need to know today

India won’t be the only country whose economy is affected by Covid-19. The global economy itself could go into recession, the International Monetary Fund has warned. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2Uk0c0A https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus update: Borders shut, migrant workers look for refuge in shelter ho...

With rail and interstate bus services suspended due to Covid-19 outbreak, these labourers – most of them migrants – can neither return to their villages and towns, nor afford to pay for their food and shelter without work. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3dwT5cr https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus update: IMF, World Bank call for suspending debt payments by poorest...

Covid-19 update: The IMF and World Bank called on the Group of 20 nations to support the initiative for “all official bilateral creditors to suspend debt payments from IDA countries that request forbearance.” from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/33Nh8zA https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus update: Containing spread of Covid-19 in clusters could help flatten...

The Union health ministry has a “Micro Plan for Containing Local Transmission of Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19)” in a defined geographic area. This involves a focal area and then a buffer area surrounding it where containment measures are put in place. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2xouE0w https://ift.tt/2zbki14

At G-20 meet tomorrow, PM Modi's push to turn Covid-19 into global fight

PM Modi had taken the first step towards the 21-day lockdown to check the spread of coronavirus when his government shut down long-distance passenger trains on the north-south corridor from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2UAXfrm https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Suicide bombers attack Sikh place of worship in Kabul

The attackers targeted a ‘dharamshala’ in Shor Bazar area of Kabul, which has a sizeable population of the Hindu and Sikh minorities. Some reports said the attack began at about 7.45 am Afghan time. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3bq8dGV https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Indian govt launches MyGov Corona Newsdesk Channel on Telegram: Here's how to join...

Earlier this month, Indian government launched a chatbot on WhatsApp to answer citizens’ queries about the COVID-19 outbreak. Now, the government has created a Telegram channel for the same. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2wpiG6J https://ift.tt/2zbki14

After 27 years, Ram Lalla shifted out of makeshift temple in Ayodhya

The ceremony took place at around 4.30 am on Wednesday, on the first day of nine-day-long Navratri festival. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/33LWqzT https://ift.tt/2zbki14

US could be next virus epicentre, as India locks down, global recession looms

Covid-19: India joined the ranks of Britain and other countries clamping down to hold back the virus as business activity collapsed from Japan to the United States at a record pace in March. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/33LwODe https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Why CSK win and RCB lose: Rahul Dravid decodes sides, points out big differences

The former India captain also believed that CSK have been brilliant because they have had a good bowling attack and they have managed to always keep the opposition in check. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2QKeHs7 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Govt to spend Rs15,000 crore to ramp up health care infra to combat Covid-19

There are an estimated 40,000 working ventilators in India. But according to experts, this number would be inadequate in case there is a surge in Covid-19 infections. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2xjP5vB https://ift.tt/2zbki14

21-day nationwide lockdown, Disaster Management Act invoked: Key Covid-19 devel...

The government has decided to spend Rs 15,000 crores to ramp up healthcare infrastructure to face the surge in Covid-19 infections in days to come. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/39i7pm7 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

From England's trophy-winning 'draw' to India slaying two-time defending champs:...

Over the years, there have been some really thrilling matches while there have been some one-sided affairs as well. Here is our top five World Cup finals that really caught the imagination of the fans. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2QZg86r https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Afro-jazz legend Manu Dibango dies of coronavirus, is among first stars to succumb...

Afro-jazz legend Manu Dibango is one of the first worldwide stars to succumb to coronavirus. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2QLEwIx https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Is Great Thunberg Covid-19 positive? Likely, she says after Europe trip

Thunberg said the symptoms emerged after she returned from a trip around central Europe, and that she and her father had isolated themselves as a precaution. from Hindustan Times - world https://bit.ly/3bo4Vnr https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Don't panic, stay invested: What to keep in mind for your money during Covid-19...

The consequences of a pandemic spreading and disrupting business earnings is a factor hard to model into earnings excel sheets at the moment. Given this unknown, the extent of the market correction too remains unclear. No one can control the markets, but investors can shape their own reactions and decide what to do with their money -- or, more importantly, what not to do. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2WGwRin https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Is work from home a boon or bane? Here's how to master it

The scenario for everyone working from home, after the coronavirus alert, looks more or less the same. And like with any new change, this, too, has received varied reactions. from Hindustan Times - sex-relationships https://bit.ly/33JYQz7 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus Update: Delhi does better job of staying locked down on Day 2

Delhi has been on a complete lockdown from 6am on Monday and was to remain so till March 31. But with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday evening announcing a nationwide lockdown for three weeks, the national Capital too will be shut till April 15. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2WSnkoH https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus Update: 54-yr-old man with no travel history dies of Covid-19 in Tamil...

The patient was admitted at Rajaji Hospital in Madurai and had a history of prolonged illness with steroid-dependent chronic obstructive pulmonary disease COPD, uncontrolled diabetes and hypertension, Vijayabaskar said from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3adF3KS https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Can't remember eating so much and not working out: Sunil Chhetri

With all sporting events suspended, and most training centres and national camps shut, what are athletes doing with their forced leisure time? Everyday a top athlete will write about her or his experience of dealing with the Covid-19 pandemic. This is Sunil Chhetri, India’s football captain who has scored 72 international goals in 115 games. He also leads Bengaluru FC. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2UiSaF7 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Flipkart temporarily suspends its services amid COVID-19 lockdown

The lockdown in India owing to the ongoing coronavirus outbreak has forced Walmart-owned Flipkart to suspend its services in india temporarily. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/33NKUV0 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Can blood from coronavirus survivors treat the newly ill?

A vaccine trains people’s immune systems to make their own antibodies against a target germ. The plasma infusion approach would give people a temporary shot of someone else’s antibodies that are short-lived and require repeated doses. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2Ug4y8F https://ift.tt/2zbki14

From online parties to e-therapists, here's how people are dealing with being home...

While some are coming up with creative ways on social media to deal with quarantine, experts say online therapy is thriving from Hindustan Times - sex-relationships https://bit.ly/3bsfnKW https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Covid-19: What you need to know today

As of Tuesday, India has 536 infections, and ten deaths. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2UxsaVy https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Covid-19: Govt's Plan B to keep working during lockdown

In these uncharted times, when whole communities have been shut down and the Union government itself is hunkering down, the country’s leaders and bureaucrats are not flying blind in the fog of a globally unprecedented pandemic. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2UhsNU1 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

States enforce coronavirus lockdown norms, stay home or face a prison term

Before India’s complete lockdown was announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday evening, state governments warned those violating partial restrictions over coronavirus outbreak that they would be jailed for up to two years and their vehicles would be confiscated if they didn’t stay indoors. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2UwRNWt https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus lockdown: Apple may face trouble making India's 'favourite' iPhone

The iPhone XR production might take a big hit this time now that India is in complete lockdown for next 21 days. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2UDmPMc https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Sensex zooms 1,246 points to 27,227 in opening session; Nifty jumps 417 points to...

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Coronavirus locks down 30 states, over 500 districts affected: Key developments

In an unprecedented move, 30 states and union territories have announced complete lockdown in their entire areas covering as many as 548 districts, the government said on Monday. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2JcfqhO https://ift.tt/2zbki14

The fury of coronavirus: Top Covid-19 updates from across the world

While China is reporting a drop in the number of new Covid-19 infections even among those who have arrived from abroad, European nations and the United States are reporting a large number of fresh Covid-19 cases on a daily basi from Hindustan Times - world https://bit.ly/2WEM3wA https://ift.tt/2zbki14

US slashes aid to Afghanistan by $1bn over rival leaders' failure to agree on govt...

The decision to cut the aid was made on Monday by Secretary of State Mike Pompeo after he made an unannounced, urgent visit to Kabul to meet with Ashraf Ghani and Abdullah Abdullah, the rival Afghan politicians who have each declared themselves president of the country after disputed elections last year from Hindustan Times - world https://bit.ly/2JbOIpu https://ift.tt/2zbki14

If Britain PM Boris gets coronavirus, this minister will take over

Johnson has put Britain in a lockdown as he announced sweeping curbs on everyday activity including the banning of any gatherings of more than two people who do not live together. from Hindustan Times - world https://bit.ly/39e3t5J https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Pull back from hostilities, focus together on coronavirus pandemic: UN chief

Guterres said the vulnerable lot of the world - which includes women, children, those who have been displaced or marginalised - are at the highest risk of suffering the “devastating losses from Covid-19”. from Hindustan Times - world https://bit.ly/2vOSnqg https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus Update: PM Boris Johnson locks down UK to enforce social distancing

Referring to reports of people gathering in parks and other public places, Johnson said the parks will remain open for exercises but the police will have the powers to disburse crowds and impose fines. from Hindustan Times - world https://bit.ly/3aa8PAd https://ift.tt/2zbki14

As 90,000 NRIs return home, Punjab seeks funds to build Covid-19 isolation wards

The Punjab government on Monday imposed curfew across the state and sanctioned Rs 20 crore from the Chief Minister’s relief fund for the Covid-19 crisis. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2UuVX14 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus update: 16 private labs can now conduct Covid-19 tests

All these labs have fulfilled ICMR conditions mandatory for private facilities to collect samples and test them for coronavirus. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/39azWKh https://ift.tt/2zbki14

In some cheer, 100,000 Covid-19 infected patients recover across the world

After three Covid-19 cases in Kerala made complete recovery in February, the second wave of recovery has begun in India with 11 of the 14 Italians diagnosed with Covid-19 cases in the country on March 4 leaving the isolation ward in Medanta-The Medicity in Gurugram, taking the total number of those cured in the country to 33. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2UAnr5e https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Dutch sex workers risk trafficking and abuse as coronavirus bites

Dutch sex workers risk being trafficked and mistreated by dangerous clients as the shutdown of Amsterdam’s sex clubs, to prevent the spread of coronavirus, is likely to drive the trade underground, according to sex industry campaigners. from Hindustan Times - sex-relationships https://bit.ly/2QFHz4J https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'This is dangerous but people in Pakistan are not listening,' Shoaib Akhtar asks...

Around 800 people have been infected with Covid-19 in Pakistan and the situation looks grim. But Akhtar has revealed that people are not taking this virus seriously as they are taking this period as a holiday. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2QF0lte https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Delhi's Shaheen Bagh, site of anti-CAA protests for months, cleared amid lockdown...

All except five of the protesters had withdrawn from the site on Sunday but had left behind their slippers to “lend solidarity to the fight against Covid-19 disease” and as a symbolic gesture of their agitation as well. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2UhuAsx https://ift.tt/2zbki14

8 hrs in isolation ward, living away from family: Doctors recount challenges of...

Hospital staff says that they had to ensure the right treatment, make sure no one else got infected and also keep the Covid-19 patients in good spirit. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2WzPMLP https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus: Platforms empty, only 10 trains arrive at India's busiest railway ...

Even as the ministry of railways has cancelled all passenger trains until March 31, Howrah station, which caters to the twin cities of Kolkata and Howrah, was deserted before closing down for the next one week amid the coronavirus outbreak. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/39hTJY6 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

A step-by-step road map to battle Covid-19 | Opinion

Have a centralised distribution plan for protective equipment and use all resources judiciously from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3dihD94 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus: Madhya Pradesh CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan announces curfew in two cities...

Chouhan made the announcement after his first meeting with officials on coronavirus. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2WCNITh https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Pull back from hostilities, focus together on coronavirus pandemic: UN chief

Guterres said the vulnerable lot of the world - which includes women, children, those who have been displaced or marginalised - are at the highest risk of suffering the “devastating losses from Covid-19”. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2vOSnqg https://ift.tt/2zbki14

From today, curfew passes must for crossing interstate borders to enter Delhi amid...

Hundreds of thousands of people cross into Delhi from the several bustling satellite towns -- Gurugram, Noida, Ghaziabad and Faridabad -- for jobs. These include health care workers, food delivery personnel, bank staffers and journalists who are part of what have been identified as essential services that will continue during the lockdown. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3agQvFs https://ift.tt/2zbki14

In racist attack, man spits at woman from Manipur, heckles her

Police said the incident took place on Sunday night in north-west Delhi’s Vijay Nagar, near Mukherjee Nagar, where an unidentified man on a scooter spat on the woman and shouted “Corona” before fleeing. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2vJRMpD https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Covid-19: What you need to know today

As of Monday, 28 states and Union territories were under complete lockdown. That’s at least 75% of the country’s population pretty much in self-isolation and practising social distancing. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3bo37L4 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus: Hundreds booked for breach as India toughens lockdown

The number of states and Union territories that imposed the lockdowns to curb the spread of novel coronavirus increased to 28 on Monday with Punjab and Maharashtra, the worst-hit state with 71 confirmed Indian cases, imposing curfews. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2WExCso https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India has tremendous capacity, must continue to take aggressive action against Covid-19:...

World Health Organisation director Dr Michael J Ryan said that India led the world in eradicating two silent killers - Small Pox and Polio. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2wwDEAw https://ift.tt/2zbki14

From the 1970s: How Janta Curfew changed Connaught Place in Delhi

The policemen were seen giving flowers to the people in areas around Connaught Place who were seen on the road despite Janta Curfew. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2J9OeQw https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'What is the guarantee you will live after 3 months': Shoaib Akhtar's plea for ...

Akhtar also asked people to not hoard stuff and be humane in their approach in these testing times. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2Ucx8rE https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Could've told us earlier': Trump slams China's handling of coronavirus

For more than a week now, Trump has been addressing the White House press on a daily basis, with each briefing running for more than an hour every day. from Hindustan Times - world https://bit.ly/3ad9m4u https://ift.tt/2zbki14

US axed CDC expert job in China months before coronavirus outbreak: Report

Dr. Linda Quick was in an ideal position to be the eyes and ears on the ground for the United States and other countries on the coronavirus outbreak. from Hindustan Times - world https://bit.ly/2J8hUO6 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

New York could become the next coronavirus hot spot

Trump said he had ordered the Federal Emergency Management Agency to ship mobile hospital centers to Washington, California and New York. from Hindustan Times - world https://bit.ly/398u83L https://ift.tt/2zbki14

US senator Rand Paul tests positive for Covid-19

His announcement led Utah’s two GOP senators — Mike Lee and Mitt Romney — to place themselves into quarantine, stepping away from negotiations as the Senate worked on a $1.4 trillion economic rescue package for the coronavirus crisis. from Hindustan Times - world https://bit.ly/3aanP16 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Sensex cracks 2,700 points lower at 27,197; Nifty below 8,000

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Covid-19: Only 1 SC bench available, cases to be heard through video conferenci...

The decision was taken by the Chief Justice of India (CJI) SA Bobde, after consulting his colleagues. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/39dkj4L https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Queen moved out of Buckingham Palace as royal aide tests Covid-19+ve: Report

The aide, who has not been named, is believed to have taken ill and tested positive for the deadly virus earlier last week. from Hindustan Times - world https://bit.ly/3dlk0In https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Slippers on bed, anti-CAA protest at Shaheen Bagh continues amid coronavirus ou...

The protesters at Shaheen Bagh have refused to vacate the road despite appeals by the government, police and civil society members over the past two weeks when India is facing a threat from a highly contagious coronavirus that has prompted a lockdown in several states including Delhi. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2J8kZh3 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

82 districts under lockdown over Covid-19: What is shut and where

The coronavirus disease Covid-19 has infected 396 people so far in the country, prompting the government to put in place stringent measures. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2UcoNV6 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

IOC says Olympics postponement an option, cancellation 'not on agenda'

The IOC has faced strong pressure to push back the Games, scheduled from July 24 to August 9, from sporting federations and athletes worried about the health risk. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2U9ohHk https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Covid-19 pandemic: Like tanks, jets during WWII, rush to churn out ventilators

Factories across the world offer to make medical device that is key to the fight against the coronavirus disease. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/33IrlNB https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus update: German Chancellor Angela Merkel quarantined

News of Merkel’s potential exposure to the virus came minutes after she announced a ban on public gatherings of more than two people and further infection control measures. from Hindustan Times - world https://bit.ly/2vKOHpq https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Social distancing is good. But get ready for a surge | Opinion

Strengthen hospitals; ensure the supply of ventilators, oxygen, masks and gloves; protect health workers from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2wxTKKf https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus outbreak: Time to prepare for Stage 3 | HT editorial

It will get worse before it gets better. Be careful, be united from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2y1ygG2 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Queen moved out of Buckingham Palace as royal aide tests Covid-19+ve: Report

The aide, who has not been named, is believed to have taken ill and tested positive for the deadly virus earlier last week. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3dlk0In https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Covid-19: What you need to know today

All passenger trains have been cancelled till the end of the month, as were all interstate buses. All Metro services, and Mumbai’s suburban network, also announced closure till March 31. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2UbdL2b https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Health care workers at highest risk of contracting coronavirus

In India, a drill of preparedness in hospitals across states began on Sunday as Covid-19 numbers crossed 340 and the infection reached 22 states and union territories. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2UsADcz https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Full court meeting today to decide on SC functioning amid coronavirus outbreak

The Supreme Court has been in partial shutdown since March 16, after a notification was issued by the top court on March 13, by which it was decided that only urgent cases will be listed for hearing. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2y2x05x https://ift.tt/2zbki14

As coronavirus cases surge in India, 40,000 ventilators for 1.3bn people a worry

The coronavirus attacks people’s lungs, in some cases compromising their ability to breathe as they develop pneumonia. Ventilators, which deliver air to the lungs through a tube placed in the windpipe, are crucial to keep these patients alive. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2WA8tyQ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Mother': PM Modi acknowledges mother's efforts in fight against Coronavirus

The video of Hiraba beating a plate while sitting on a chair went viral and the prime minister himself tweeted to acknowledge her participation and that of several other “mothers”. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3dofucb https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus update: BMC identifies 10 people singer Kanika Kapoor met in Mumbai

Civic officials said they have formed two special teams to track these people to check for possible coronavirus symptoms. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2UwapWi https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus: 10 more test positive for Covid-19 in Maharashtra, total jumps to ...

According to the Maharashtra Health Department, six out of 10 new cases come from Mumbai while 4 people tested positive in Pune. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/39b2yTJ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Covid-19: 4 family members of Pune woman who tested positive also infected

Four of the six first contacts of the woman in Pune have tested positive. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3aabeLn https://ift.tt/2zbki14

COVID-19 | 'Janta Curfew should be implemented for a week or 10 days': Dr Trehan

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Coronavirus update: Indian Railways cancels all passenger trains till March 31

The order issued by the ministry of railways states goods trains will continue to run to ensure essential while some “bare minimum” suburban rail services will also continue. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2J4Q70X https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus: 7 more test positive for Covid-19 in SBS Nagar, Punjab toll touches...

SBS Nagar civil surgeon, Dr Rajinder Bhatia confirmed the development saying that the patients were already isolated at hospitals. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2QBoWz3 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Be prepared to see surge in Covid-19 cases, support one another: Kejriwal

The Delhi CM called for citizens to remain strong and united. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3993nMD https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Miscreant throws bottle full of chemical at Shaheen Bagh protest site, none hurt

“We are yet to know what kind of chemical it is. The person who threw it is being identified,” Joint Commissioner of Police (southern range) Devesh Chandra Srivastava said. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3bhMfWo https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Prepare for more Janta Curfews, says Yogi Adityanath

“Of the 27 positive cases in UP, 11 have been fully cured and we must ensure that these cases don’t go up,” said Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/33Bflxv https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Bihar reports 1 Covid-19 related death, 1 other infected

The Bihar man’s death takes the number of fatalities due to Covid-19 to six in India. A 63-year-man died from Covid-19 in Mumbai in Maharashtra on Saturday night. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2xeqGHB https://ift.tt/2zbki14

PM Modi highlights efforts to promote Janta Curfew, tags two folk singers on Tw...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi had asked people to observe Janta Curfew on Sunday to practice social distancing and prevent the community spread of coronavirus disease Covid-19. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2Upby29 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

63-year-old Covid-19 patient dies in Mumbai, death toll in India at 5: Officials

Death toll due to covid-19 reaches 5. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2JiJdFH https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Covid-19 update: Air India flight with 263 students from Italy lands in Delhi

Air India flight with 263 students from Italy lands in Delhi. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2QRgTOT https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Number of Covid-19 cases soar to 324 in India

The rise in the Covid-19 cases comes on a day millions of people kept themselves at the homes after Prime Minister Narendra Modi appealed or a Janta Curfew to check the spread of the deadly virus. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3dku7xa https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Covid-19 update: Sense of invincibility, irresponsibility could be dangerous

“A lack of social responsibility makes us behave like this. Altruism needs to replace individualism,” says Samir Parikh, psychiatrist and the director of department of mental health and behavioural sciences at Fortis Healthcare. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2UbjBQY https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Best thing about him is…,' Pakistan legend Javed Miandad reveals what he loves...

Pakistan batting great Javed Miandad recently talked about the attributes that make Kohli a great player. While lauding his display with the bat, Miandad revealed the best quality he finds in Kohli. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2QEtIfg https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Pakistan can face complete lockdown, say reports as Covid-19 cases spread rapid...

The Pakistan government suspended all international flight operations on Saturday and reduced the number of trains running in the country. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2QyIDYo https://ift.tt/2zbki14

13 security personnel missing after encounter with Maoists in Chhattisgarh

The encounters that began early afternoon on Saturday continued till the evening. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3dnd6lG https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Some coronavirus patients may need quarantine longer than 2 weeks: Study

The study noted three previous papers had found the 95th percentile incubation period between 10.3 and 13.3 days. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2xiVoj2 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

More than 4 lakh people take the Janta Curfew pledge, shows govt data

Janta Curfew is being observed for 14 hours today, starting at 7 am. The announcement was made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his address to the nation on Thursday. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2QA7IlG https://ift.tt/2zbki14

14-hour Janta Curfew begins as India fights coronavirus

The Janta Curfew is voluntary and will be in place for 14 hours, starting 7 am. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has asked people during his address to the nation that it will help in fight against Covid-19. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/33DuwGq https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Covid-19: How it will change the world

Sars-Cov-2, the virus that causes Covid-19, has highlighted the risks of the networked, globalised approach countries and people around the world have adopted for work, and life, building on and amplifying fractures that emerged in 2008. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3ad31G7 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Al-Qaeda's India affiliate hints at shifting focus to Kashmir

The latest edition of Nawai Afghan Jihad, the online publication of al-Qaeda in the Indian Subcontinent (AQIS), outlined plans to rename the magazine as “Nawai Ghazwa-e-Hind” – a move that experts said pointed to the terrorist group’s decision to focus on India, especially Kashmir. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2xiWdIh https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India fights covid-19: 5 things to remember on Janta Curfew

The self-imposed curfew will start at 7am on Sunday and continue till 9pm and the residents need to stay indoors during this period. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2J72TMo https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Pune woman with no foreign travel history tests positive for Covid-19

Coronavirus in India: The woman, who is in her early forties, is critical and on ventilator in an ICU at Bharati Hospital in Pune, said a city official. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/33EYgCH https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus: India's Covid-19 count rises to 258, ICMR changes testing norms

Coronavirus in India: On Friday, India saw the sharpest increase in the number of Covid-19 cases on a single day, with a total of 63 cases being confirmed within 24 hours by the health ministry. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3dkIfXd https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Covid chaos, from Lucknow to Lutyens: Tracing Kanika Kapoor's actions

How the positive test of Bollywood singer Kanika Kapoor, who returned from London last week, has raised the spectre of infection in Delhi’s hallowed halls of power. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2JgUne5 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus in India: Who have to get tested for Covid-19? ICMR issues guidelin...

Coronavirus in India: The new policy says asymptomatic direct and high-risk contacts of an infected person should be tested between the fifth day and 14th day of coming into contact with the patient. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3dbPiBg https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Covid-19 in Europe: Doctors shield themselves with trash bags

The main hospital in Bergamo, northern Italy, is struggling to keep up with the influx of patients as personnel fall sick themselves. from Hindustan Times - world https://bit.ly/2vHiGP2 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Javed Miandad picks favourite Indian cricketer, names best quality

The rivalry between India and Pakistan is known to all but there has always been a mutual respect between cricketers of both the nations. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2WwhmJL https://ift.tt/2zbki14

First coronavirus positive infection in Donald Trump's White House

“This evening we were notified that a member of the Office of the Vice President tested positive for the Coronavirus,” Pence’s spokesperson Katie Miller said from Hindustan Times - world https://bit.ly/3bgfE3u https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Covid-19: Bengal records third case after woman tests positive

The 23-year-old woman whoo had flown in from Scotland, went to the hospital straight from the airport. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3bgeWmQ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

No trains, metros, buses: Here is how India is gearing up for Janta Curfew on March...

The Prime Minister had in his address to the nation asked people to stay off the roads and public places during the Janta Curfew, which will be in place for 14 hours from 7am to 9pm on Sunday. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/397p3ss https://ift.tt/2zbki14

US seeks comments on tariff cuts for Chinese imports to aid covid-19 battle

It said the move was part of an effort “to keep current on developments in our national fight against the coronavirus pandemic.” from Hindustan Times - world https://bit.ly/2Wwq9LK https://ift.tt/2zbki14

US senators urge Twitter to ban Chinese Communist Party from platform

Widespread use of Twitter by communist officials of China during this crisis emphasises the contradiction in officials from governments that deny their citizens access to social media. from Hindustan Times - world https://bit.ly/33HEN4w https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Next 3-4 weeks crucial in fight against Covid-19': PM Modi to CMs

A day after addressing the nation on the issue, and emphasising the importance of social distancing and a people’s curfew (on Sunday), Modi interacted with all CMs for the first time on the pandemic through a video conference. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3bgbfxu https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'I hugged my daughter's photo and told her justice was finally served': Asha De...

Describing the last seven years of struggle, Asha Devi said that she was from a background where women are given complete freedom, which is where she got the strength to fight the tiring court battle. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/394pAeV https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus: NASA suspends work on rocket for moon mission

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'Requires few silly people to lose the fight': Harsha Bhogle slams people for 'partying'...

According to the health ministry’s latest figures, 222 people have been infected with the virus in India with a sudden spike in the numbers over the last couple of days. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2wiJFkm https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus: Is Tamil Nadu man India's 1st community spread case?

Coronavirus update: The man had travelled by train from Delhi to Chennai — it was not immediately clear when — and authorities said they have not found any history of travel abroad or any contact with any other positive case of the coronavirus disease. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3dgJXss https://ift.tt/2zbki14

US defence secretary Esper, defence minister Rajnath Singh India's covid-19 ini...

US Defence Secretary praised India for coordinating COVID-19 related relief efforts among South Asian countries. from Hindustan Times - world https://bit.ly/33yMgTa https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus update: Shops reopen in Wuhan, New Zealand fears local outbreak

More than 87,000 people have recovered so far, mostly in China. from Hindustan Times - world https://bit.ly/2WxXZjG https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Govt considers special flights to evacuate Indians over coronavirus outbreak

Special flights will be operated on Saturday to evacuate some 200 Indians from Italy and more from Uzbekistan, the people cited above said on condition of anonymity. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2QA3o5J https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Malaria drug holds out treatment hope amid coronavirus outbreak

To be sure, the US Food and Drug Administration was quick to clarify that extensive studies were needed to understand the efficacy of these drugs in combating Covid-19. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3bgf1XC https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Covid-19: What you need to know today

Friday was also the first real day of a near-lockdown in many states. Maharashtra announced measures to the effect; Delhi announced more; and other states followed suit. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3diePcg https://ift.tt/2zbki14

A first in 18 years: All of Delhi Metro to remain shut Sunday

The Delhi Metro had in the past partially shut its services on the occasions of Republic Day, Holi, and Diwali, among others. However, this will be the first time that it will shut operations for the entire day. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2xXcaEA https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus: Kanika Kapoor faces flak; states increase curbs: Top 10 updates

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China tries to rewrite coronavirus narrative,deflect criticism

China is sending masks, medical supplies and experts to other nations as part of a diplomatic charm offensive against the coronavirus. from Hindustan Times - world https://bit.ly/2U8rYwZ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Latin America paralyzed with Argentina lockdown, Rio beach closures amid coronavirus...

Argentina said it would go on a “preventative and compulsory” lockdown from Friday until March 31 in an effort to contain the coronavirus. from Hindustan Times - world https://bit.ly/3bfwrDQ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus deaths in Italy overtake China as economic damage mounts

With over 242,000 infections and nearly 10,000 deaths, the coronavirus epidemic has stunned the world and drawn comparisons with painful periods such as World War Two, the 2008 financial crisis and the 1918 Spanish flu. from Hindustan Times - world https://bit.ly/33z2TOK https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Insult to the great man': Sunil Gavaskar slams BCCI official for alleged 'insensitive...

Indian batting legend Sunil Gavaskar was miffed with a BCCI official for the suggestion that they did not want IPL to be like a Syed Mushtaq Ali tournament without the participation of foreign players. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/395c2jd https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Justice has prevailed': PM Modi on 2012 Delhi gang-rape convicts' execution

The 2012 Delhi gang rape had sparked widespread protests across the country, a massive global outrage and led to toughening of laws against sex offenders in India. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3bd7N6F https://ift.tt/2zbki14

How equipped Delhi is to handle coronavirus positive cases

The Delhi government has shut all educational institutions, weekly markets, cinema halls, gyms, nightclubs and spa. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/398lu5g https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Covid 19: What you need to know today

In India, there have been instances of people jumping quarantines and not practising self-isolation. The government is now considering stamping the hands of all people arriving from overseas with indelible ink and fines for those who skip quarantines. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2U4ekuz https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Will Kamal Nath resign? Buzz gains traction hours before trust vote

After Madhya Pradesh Assembly Speaker NP Prajapati accepted the resignations of rebel Congress MLAs, Kamal Nath has little choice to continue to be in power. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2UqoGUN https://ift.tt/2zbki14

What is Janta Curfew and how it will be implemented

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation on Thursday during which he urged people to follow social distancing and avoid going out as much as possible to check the spread of coronavirus. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2QtyR9W https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Covid-19 outbreak: How people across the world are tackling the crisis

The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. from Hindustan Times - world https://bit.ly/2WvHPay https://ift.tt/2zbki14

International Day of Happiness 2020: How being happy makes you healthy

As March 20 is the International Day of Happiness, here is looking at how being happy goes hand-in-hand with being healthy. from Hindustan Times - sex-relationships https://bit.ly/3ddr7T3 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

I was scared of Indian seamers: Australia opener Marcus reveals fears of facing...

Australia opener Marcus Harris was hit on the helmet while his opening partner Aaron Finch had to retire hurt after coping a blow in his right index finger due to fiery spell fast bowling by Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami and Ishant Sharma. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2U2Fjqy https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus Update: California governor orders entire state to stay at home

The statewide order goes into effect “this evening,” Governor Gavin Newsom said. from Hindustan Times - world https://bit.ly/33Ezgf2 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

30 minutes of music a day is good for the heart

Researchers have found that patients who suffered episodes of chest pain soon after a heart attack, known as early post-infarction angina, had significantly lower levels of anxiety and pain when they listened to music. from Hindustan Times - sex-relationships https://bit.ly/3bclWRq https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Spotted some news about coronavirus on WhatsApp? Here's how to check if its fake

WhatsApp does offer some features which can curb the spread of fake news and is also testing some more to deal with the problem. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/395rJXq https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Life is kind of boring now, but at back of the mind, we are confused, concerne...

With all sporting events suspended, and most training centres and national camps shut, what are athletes doing with their forced leisure time? Everyday a top athlete will write about her or his experience of dealing with the coronavirus pandemic for HT. This is Parupalli Kashyap, India’s former world No. 6 and 2014 Commonwealth Games-winning shuttler, who is back in India along with wife Saina Nehwal after participating at the All England Open in the UK. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2vEMxro https://ift.tt/2zbki14

EPFO may struggle to meet 8.5% interest rate commitment amid market bloodbath

EPFO could not redeem a large portion of its Rs 95,500 crore of investments in exchange traded funds (ETFs) before the equity market went into bear market territory following the World Health Organisation’s March 11 characterisation of the coronavirus as a pandemic from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2xWShxz https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Covid-19 outbreak: When will coronavirus epidemic peak in the country?

Coronavirus outbreak: India, according to the government, is still in the local transmission phase of the pandemic wherein the disease is restricted to people who have come in contact with infected foreigners or returning Indians who have been abroad and caught it in the places they travelled to. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2U6M9LD https://ift.tt/2zbki14

People find themselves more attractive from a third-person's point of view

By using virtual reality, researchers were able to give participants a new perspective on themselves - in more than just a physical sense. from Hindustan Times - sex-relationships https://bit.ly/2QvlNAy https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Bus cleaner, fruit seller, gym instructor: The four men hanged for 2012 Delhi gang...

Four of the men were hanged on Friday in Tihar Jail at 5:30am for the crime that had sparked widespread protests across the country and led to toughening of laws against sex offenders in India. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/3degoYp https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Delhi gang rape convicts hanged, 2,650 days after committing the crime

There were six men who had committed the crime, but Ram Singh, the bus driver, committed suicide and a juvenile accused was released after spending three years in a reform home. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2IZSlyP https://ift.tt/2zbki14

2012 Delhi gang rape: Timeline of a crime that horrified India

The four men — Mukesh Singh, Pawan Gupta, Vinay Sharma and Akshay Thakur — had been first sentenced to death in 2013 for the gang-rape and murder of a 23-year-old less than a year earlier. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/33w351f https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Delhi 2012 gang-rape convicts hanged shortly after SC rejects last plea

This is the first time four people have been hanged simultaneously. from Hindustan Times - topnews https://bit.ly/2x8LbW8 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

IndiGo, Vistara may ground jets as coronavirus cases jump in India: Report

Industry groups and analysts have issued dire warnings about the virus, with Sydney-based CAPA Centre for Aviation saying that most of the world’s airlines could go bankrupt by the end of May unless authorities step in. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2IUwclg https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Dating in the time of coronavirus: Chat online, meet much later

With governments clamping down on social interactions to contain the coronavirus spread, dating sites are discouraging dates and asking users to get to know each other virtually instead. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/33FgVyx https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'The players not playing are way more talented than me': Marcus Stoinis' massive...

In the same documentary, Australian team head coach Justin Langer also said that Indian captain Virat Kohli had got under the skin of his side during India’s hugely successful tour down under in 2018-19. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Ul7hN0 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Dating in the time of coronavirus: Chat online, meet much later

With governments clamping down on social interactions to contain the coronavirus spread, dating sites are discouraging dates and asking users to get to know each other virtually instead. from Hindustan Times - sex-relationships http://bit.ly/33FgVyx https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Negative thoughts may adversely affect sleep cycle and lead to depression in te...

Busy lifestyles, stress and screen time makes self-help and accessible resources for better sleep increasingly important. from Hindustan Times - sex-relationships http://bit.ly/3b5HD5G https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Popcorn Time, the 'Netflix of piracy streaming' returns when users need it the ...

At a time when people are looking for ways to spend time at home, the infamous piracy app Popcorn Time is back. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/33u5lWz https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus: China says Japanese anti-flu agent Favipiravir effective on Covid-19...

An active ingredient called Favipiravir, that goes into Japanese anti-flu medicine called Avigan, was tested on over 300 Covid-19 patients in China. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2U2qy7d https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Former CJI Ranjan Gogoi takes oath as Rajya Sabha MP; Opposition stages walkout

Justice Gogoi had defended his Rajya Sabha nomination by President Ram Nath Kovind saying his presence in Parliament will bridge the gap between legislature and judiciary. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2U2N8MX https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Slack launches major redesign as millions of users work from home

Slack has started rolling out its redesign available for desktops globally. There’s a mobile version coming soon as well. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2wm1YF3 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Create your own identity, don't be someone else': Brad Haddin's advice to Rishabh...

Wriddhiman Saha and Rishabh Pant have been the two options used by the Indian team in the two formats. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/38XhOTP https://ift.tt/2zbki14

When will coronavirus infections peak? Analysis throws up varying predictions

Researchers at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine predict that the peak could occur anytime now from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2vAXbPS https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Sony PS5 gaming console's entire specification list announced, here's what you will...

PS5 users will get the power of custom eight-core AMD Zen 2 CPU clocked at 3.5GHz (variable frequency) along with a custom AMD RDNA 2 architecture-based GPU. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/3daAVxd https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Prolonged social distancing would curb virus, but at a high cost

The best way to prevent the pandemic from overwhelming hospitals is social distancing that could drag on for a year or more, until doctors find a way to control it. from Hindustan Times - sex-relationships http://bit.ly/2QqrG1W https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Covid-19 positive cases jump further in India, raising fears of community trans...

The World Health Organisation launched ‘solidarity trial’, and Donald Trump announced he has become a ‘war president’ as global leaders discussed ways to tackle coronavirus. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/3a1nTjr https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Re-runs and highlights, the corona impact on channels

But this is a world in lockdown, with all live sporting events suspended. That leaves sports broadcasters with little option but to endlessly beam re-runs, archival programming, and documentary features. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2QsCHQG https://ift.tt/2zbki14

From cooking, to walking your dog to making art: Here are Italian tips for beating...

From walking fake dogs to donning skin suits, here are a few Italian ways of keeping boredom at bay during a national lockdown, something the nation of 60 million has been doing for over a week. from Hindustan Times - sex-relationships http://bit.ly/2U29H4r https://ift.tt/2zbki14

From cooking, to walking your dog to making art: Here are Italian tips for beating...

From walking fake dogs to donning skin suits, here are a few Italian ways of keeping boredom at bay during a national lockdown, something the nation of 60 million has been doing for over a week. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2U29H4r https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Tejas Mark II to have ability to conduct Balakot-like operations

The Mark II, fitted with heavier GE 414 engine, will roll out in 2022, take to the skies in 2023 and join IAF by 2026. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/33sd2wy https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Covid-19: Govt says food stocks sufficient, as coronavirus-scared consumers stockpile...

India has nearly 10 times the emergency reserve needed for this time of the year and the country’s over 500,000 fair price shops are likely to be pressed into action to deal with mass distribution in case of any emergency. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Wo0MvC https://ift.tt/2zbki14

SC to continue hearing pleas on Madhya Pradesh floor test today

Observing that the MLAs may or may not go to the assembly, but cannot be held captive, the court said it was not going to come in the way of the legislature deciding who enjoys the trust of the House, but has to ensure the legislators can freely exercise their choice. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2vxkk5D https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Covid-19: What you need to know today

The fast-spreading disease that jumped from animals to humans in China has now infected about 200,000 people and caused nearly 8,300 deaths in 164 nations. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Qvgt0m https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Covid-19 not created in lab, has natural origins, say scientists

Researchers found, based on publicly available genome sequence data of the virus released earlier by Chinese scientists, that the virus could not be a “laboratory construct” or “purposefully manipulated.” from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Quc5yx https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Community transmission of coronavirus may have already started: Experts

Community transmission occurs when a person with no travel history to a Covid-19-affected country or known contact with a confirmed case tests positive for the disease. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2UhdqtI https://ift.tt/2zbki14

34-year-old soldier tests Coronavirus positive, first case in Army

The soldier’s father had tested positive for Covid-19; he was quarantined for helping the family. The soldier’s sister, wife and two children are also quarantined. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2wiOY2Z https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Delhi's 8th Covid-19 case flew to Singapore without waiting for test result

Of the seven others from the city who tested positive for the viral disease, two have recovered and been discharged. One person, the mother of a 46-year-old man who had returned from Italy, succumbed to the disease on March 13. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/3b0AC60 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus: Donald Trump defends 'China Virus' statement, calls it 'very accurate...

The US and China have sparred over the origin of coronavirus for days, with a Chinese official promoting conspiracy theories claiming it was brought to China by the US army and Beijing accusing American officials of stigmatizing an entire nation. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2ITFRZl https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Kevin Durant among Brooklyn Nets players diagnosed with COVID-19

The injured Durant, who has yet to play for the Nets since signing for the club last year, confirmed to The Athletic website he had tested positive for the virus. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/3b7ixDk https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Digvijaya Singh on hunger strike in Bengaluru, says MLAs under BJP's 'lock and ...

Digvijaya Singh, who is Congress’ Rajya Sabha candidate, said the Karnataka police are not allowing him to meet the MLAs. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2IVC2CV https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Novel coronavirus can survive on surfaces or in air for several hours: Study

The new coronavirus was detectable for up to two to three days on plastic and stainless steel, and for up to 24 hours on cardboard. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/3a0hPYG https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Number of coronavirus positive cases rise to 147 in India, says health ministry

Over 5,700 people, who had come in contact with these coronavirus positive cases, are under rigorous surveillance, the ministry said. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/3d94L5a https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Sensex jumps over 500 points to 31,000 in opening session, Nifty above 9,100

from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Uaetvq https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus: As Noida societies prepare for lockdown, some myth busters on Covi...

Many housing societies have put in place strict measures after two more fresh cases of Covid-19 were reported from Noida. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2U14QAu https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Lowest point of captaincy': Ricky Ponting reveals what went on during 'Monkeygate'...

The right-hander confessed that it was the lowest point in his captaincy as he was not in full control of what happened during the entire episode. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2QqfkqF https://ift.tt/2zbki14

IAF airmen recruitment test postponed in view of Coronavirus pandemic

from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2WlO5Bx https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Digvijaya Singh, face mask on, stages sit-in outside Bengaluru hotel, cops stop...

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Supreme Court to hear pleas on Madhya Pradesh floor test today

While BJP MLAs seek immediate floor test, Congress has filed a separate plea saying the test cannot be conducted as 16 lawmakers had been held “captive” in Bengaluru. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2TWlAZA https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus: At 5 Delhi quarantine facilities, passports taken, complaints over...

“The floors are covered by layers of dust. Large parts of the facility are under construction. How can one live under such conditions?” said a person who along with his family arrived from Germany on Monday and were quarantined in Delhi’s Narela. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2IUI5rt https://ift.tt/2zbki14

European Union shuts its borders for 30 days in desperate effort to stop corona...

German Chancellor Angela Merkel made the announcement after a video conference with her fellow leaders in which a “great readiness” to do whatever is necessary to contain the outbreak was displayed. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/38VeYPf https://ift.tt/2zbki14

President Trump clinches Republican Party nomination with Tuesday primary wins

Donald Trump had 1,141 delegates going into Tuesday’s Florida and Illinois primaries (Arizona was not holding a Republican primary) and he needed 135 more to win. The wins in Florida and Illinois were big because their primaries awarded all delegates to the winner. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/3b8Resj https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India rejects Jammu and Kashmir reference in Pakistan-China statement

The reference to Kashmir was included in a joint statement issued at the end of Pakistan President Arif Alvi’s maiden visit to China amid the coronavirus pandemic. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2wfYaVY https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Open testing to private Indian firms': Medical research scientist

“You don’t know what you are dealing with until you test,” said Gagandeep Kang, director of the Translational Health Science and Technology Institute. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2WlC1QL https://ift.tt/2zbki14

To contain coronavirus, Australia puts 'indefinite ban' on foreign travel of its...

Australia has so far recorded more than 450 confirmed cases of coronavirus, with the numbers escalating daily. There have so far been just five fatalities. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/3d8fQTZ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

To contain coronavirus, Australia puts 'indefinite ban' on foreign travel of its...

Australia has so far recorded more than 450 confirmed cases of coronavirus, with the numbers escalating daily. There have so far been just five fatalities. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/3d8fQTZ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Preventing virus from spreading a challenge, says doctor

“If things get worse, you don’t know how many million tests you need to do and testing everyone may draw resources away from people who really need it,” said Dr Naresh Trehan, chairman and managing director of Medanta-The Medicity. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2QqVZFT https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Why social distancing is tough to implement

The first problem in implementing social distancing in India could be its population density itself. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/3b2NN6t https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus update: 85 trains cancelled on major routes, platform tickets hiked

Coronavirus update: The railways ministry has decided to set up a six-member ‘Covid Response Team’ at the centre comprising Executive Directors from the Railway Board. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2IR3lye https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Only wear a mask if...': Govt issues fresh Covid-19 guidelines

The coronavirus has been spreading rapidly across the globe and has affected 114 people in India. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2vwNKkw https://ift.tt/2zbki14

#Stayhomechallenge trends on Twitter as people remain indoors to fight coronavi...

Many celebrities and eminent personalities have also urged people to stay home and say no to public gatherings. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2wgd4vc https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Enjoy Kohli's aggression, we need a captain like him': Former India coach

He also went on to add that a loss in form for any player is part and parcel of the game, but despite the bleak series in New Zealand, Kohli remains the best player in the world. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/3d4Xxz7 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

BJP confident of numbers during Madhya Pradesh trust vote; Supreme Court hears plea...

BJP leaders cited the judicial intervention in Karnataka in 2019 where the apex court allowed disqualified MLAs to contest by polls to work out in the BJP’s favour should there be a by-election. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/3a0VREQ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Amid coronavirus pandemic, Maharashtra to stamp hands of those in home quaranti...

In a unique measure, the Maharashtra government has decided to stamp the hands of people asked to undergo self-quarantine for coronavirus infection with indelible ink, so as to prevent them from coming in contact with other people. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/38WzX4i https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Amazon to hire 100,000 workers amid coronavirus scare

Like Amazon, US supermarket chains Albertsons, Kroger and Raley’s have sought new hires to staff busy sections and fulfil online orders. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/33oCdjz https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Air India pilots talk about Covid-19 duties, seek urgent financial aid in letter...

In the letter to civil aviation minister Hardeep Puri, Air India pilots have said that repeated withholding of wages is straining them financially. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2x4N1HK https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus sends US economic powerhouse San Francisco into lockdown

Bay Area counties were reporting 273 cases of COVID-19, the disease caused by the coronavirus. Six people have died of the respiratory illness in California. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2TTKRna https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Madhya Pradesh floor test and what it means for Congress

Bharatiya Janata Party leader Shivraj Singh Chouhan rushed to the Supreme Court, along with nine other BJP legislators, to petition the top court demanding an immediate floor test in Madhya Pradesh after the assembly was adjourned over coronavirus concerns. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Wf3eEG https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Indian-origin Jew beaten in coronavirus-linked hate crime in Israel: Report

The victim, Am-Shalem Singson told the police that he tried very hard to explain to the attackers that he was not Chinese and was not infected by the coronavirus, but it did not help. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2TVj8lZ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Juhi Chawla on being asked to wear 'just a shirt on a beach' in Lootere song: 'I...

Juhi Chawla, who wore just a shirt in the song Main Teri Rani Tu Raja Mera, did not want it to look ‘tasteless’. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2x5C08I https://ift.tt/2zbki14

UAE-returned man flees from isolation ward in Roorkee, cops bring him back

The man, who had returned home from UAE few days ago, was tracked to his home from where he was taken back to hospital, police said. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/3d3S9MH https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Government may not curtail Budget session over coronavirus outbreak

The ongoing second half of the budget session that started from March 2, will complete its due course till April 3, top government functionaries said on Monday. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/3d58q3R https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'We're at war': France confines residents mostly to homes to contain coronavirus

The restrictions appeared to put France under a lockdown similar to the ones imposed last week in Italy and Spain in response to the coronavirus. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2wcEfqU https://ift.tt/2zbki14

S.Korea says may face unprecedented financial, economic crisis

The government in Seoul is taking steps to ensure that credit keeps on flowing into the market. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/38R6qsB https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Iron bro' Pakistan's Prez Arif Alvi in Beijing to show solidarity with covid-19-hit...

Alvi arrived in China in the backdrop of Pakistan reporting a sharp rise in the number of covid-19 cases on Monday with the total number of infections rising to 121, the highest in south Asia. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2WjekbO https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Virat Kohli or Sachin Tendulkar? Ishant Sharma picks his favourite batsman

Virat Kohli has been a consistent performer for the team in the last few years and in the process, he has broken a number of records which were previously held by Sachin Tendulkar. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/39XKb5R https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Centre must talk to states to clear CAA, NPR doubts: RSS

The CAA’s passage in December to fast-track the citizenship process for non-Muslims, who have entered India from Afghanistan, Pakistan and Bangladesh before December 31, 2014, triggered protests across the country. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/38Xphm2 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Within MP guv's right to call for floor test: Experts

Twenty-two Congress MLAs had quit the party on March 11 after Jyotiraditya Scindia- a former Member of Parliament and an influential next generation leader of the party with roots in the state switched to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) last week. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/3d2Sjnr https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Kin of woman who fled to join Islamic State seeks govt help for return

Nimisha’s mother, Bindhu Sampath, asked the external affairs ministry to help the women return to India and face the law. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Wl5gTU https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Policy, fiscal support to virus-hit sectors likely

On Monday, the wholesale price index (WPI) based inflation was pegged at 2.26% for February but the retail inflation is still outside RBI’s comfort zone of 6% at 6.58%. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2vrvM2F https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Supreme Court to hear today BJP plea demanding floor test in Madhya Pradesh

Late in the evening, governor Lalji Tandon issued a fresh deadline for the floor test and said he will consider chief minister Kamal Nath’s government to be in a minority if he failed to seek a trust vote by Tuesday. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2TYHqM5 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Pakistan used Twitter handles to fan discontent during Delhi riots: Dossier

The dossier cites detailed investigations conducted by Indian agencies to add that these handles were created at the behest of the Pakistani deep state with the purpose of creating major communal disturbance in India. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2QmvfX5 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Germany tries to halt US interest in firm working on coronavirus vaccine: Report

German Interior Minister Horst Seehofer told a news conference that the government’s coronavirus crisis committee would discuss the CureVac case on Monday. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2w8r3Di https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Cong, BJP MLAs flash victory signs in Madhya Pradesh Assembly; suspense over floor...

The list of business of the state assembly for March 16 posted on its website on Sunday night doesn’t mention any floor test on day one of the session. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2U9ZSQz https://ift.tt/2zbki14

ISIS describes Europe as 'land of epidemic', issues coronavirus travel advisory...

The ISIS newsletter added that diseases strike “by the command and decree of God.” from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2WgW9Dm https://ift.tt/2zbki14

ED summons Anil Ambani over money laundering probe against Yes Bank: Report

It is understood that Ambani has sought exemption on health grounds from the agency and he may be issued a new date. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/33iUoY0 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Pranayam and Netflix, video calls to family: What Delhi's 1st coronavirus patient...

Dutta said he would while away his time watching Netflix on his phone. He also stated that the hospital facilities were top-notch and were nothing less than a “luxury hotel” from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2WhLLeE https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Shielding behind speaker: BJP accuses Madhya Pradesh govt of trying to avoid floor...

The government has dropped enough hints it is not willing to seek a trust vote until and unless the 22 Congress MLAs, who the party has alleged have been held captive in Bengaluru by the BJP, are rescued. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/3aY9rc3 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Sensex tanks over 1,800 points, Nifty below 9,500 amid coronavirus worry

Sensex tanks over 1600 points, Nifty down 4.5% from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2IUU08t https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Trump calls on Americans to cease hoarding food, supplies in the wake of coronavirus...

US President Donald Trump assured Americans, after speaking with leading grocery chain executives, that grocers would remain open and that the supply chain remained healthy. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2vnfxDJ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Biden, Sanders vow to fight coronavirus in first two-man debate

The candidates agreed that working people who lose their jobs because of shutdowns during the crisis should get financial support from the federal government. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2x15GUw https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Coronavirus vaccine trials begin today: US government official

Dozens of research groups around the world are racing to create a vaccine as COVID-19 cases continue to grow. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/39RuzAQ https://ift.tt/2zbki14