Two days after TASMAC liquor shops opened in Tamil Nadu, Madras High Court has ordered a closure of all state-run TASMAC liquor shops in the whole state.

However, residents can still order liquor online. The delivery executives will have to follow proper protocols of social distancing and face masks will be compulsory.

This comes after 600 new cases were reported within 24 hours in Tamil Nadu, out of which 300 cases were from Chennai.

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Despite the restrictions of age groups and social distancing,&nbsp;thousands were seen gathering in queues for TASMAC liquor shops in the state.&nbsp;

Tamil Nadu government earned almost 170 crores from the first day of alcohol sale. While this was helping revive the economy, few experts protested against the idea of opening the liquor shops as they feared a fresh wave of cases will be seen if the people are allowed to queue.&nbsp;

While cities like Chennai and few other containment areas were not allowed to open liquor shops, few districts such as Tirupur made umbrellas, along with facemask, compulsory for those who were queuing to buy alcohol.

The total number of positive cases has reached 6,009 in Tamil Nadu, which includes 1,605 recovered/discharged patients and 40 deaths.

Two days after TASMAC liquor shops opened in Tamil Nadu, Madras High Court has ordered a closure of all state-run TASMAC liquor shops in the whole state. However, residents can still order liquor online.

Two days after TASMAC liquor shops opened in Tamil Nadu, Madras High Court has ordered a closure of all state-run TASMAC liquor shops in the whole state. However, residents can still order liquor online. The delivery executives will have to follow proper protocols of social distancing and face masks will be compulsory. This comes after 600 new cases were reported within 24 hours in Tamil Nadu, out of which 300 cases were from Chennai. Also read: 3,390 new coronavirus cases in India; 16,540 patients cured: Government Despite the restrictions of age groups and social distancing, thousands were seen gathering in queues for TASMAC liquor shops in the state. Tamil Nadu government earned almost 170 crores from the first day of alcohol sale. While this was helping revive the economy, few experts protested against the idea of opening the liquor shops as they feared a fresh wave of cases will be seen if the people are allowed to queue. While cities like Chennai and few other containment areas were not allowed to open liquor shops, few districts such as Tirupur made umbrellas, along with facemask, compulsory for those who were queuing to buy alcohol. The total number of positive cases has reached 6,009 in Tamil Nadu, which includes 1,605 recovered/discharged patients and 40 deaths.

Tamil Nadu records 600 new cases; Madras High Court orders closure of all liquor shops

CBSE will conduct its pending board exams of class Xth and class XIIth&nbsp;from July 01 to July 15, announced Union HRD Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal.

Some exams for classes Xth and XIIth had to be put on hold as the country went into a nation-wide lockdown due to coronavirus. The government has now decided to conduct these exams after two months.

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Only few exams for both classes are pending. The students will be given a chance to finish those exams and then carry on with their next step in their education.

It is expected that the curve will flatten down till July and it will be safe for students to step out. However, it will be essential for students to wear masks and practice social distancing.

However, there has been no word on the admission process of colleges and universities, as usually a new academic year in colleges and universities begins from July.

While some states had already completed their state board exams, there has been no announcement from other state boards on their exams. Goa, on the other hand, had recently announced that it will resume its state board exams from May 20.

Majority states have recently announced summer vacations for the state-run schools for the month of May and June.

CBSE will conduct its pending board exams of class Xth and class XIIth from July 01 to July 15, announced Union HRD Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal. Some exams for classes Xth and XIIth had to be put on hold as the country went into a nation-wide lockdown due to coronavirus.

CBSE will conduct its pending board exams of class Xth and class XIIth from July 01 to July 15, announced Union HRD Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal. Some exams for classes Xth and XIIth had to be put on hold as the country went into a nation-wide lockdown due to coronavirus. The government has now decided to conduct these exams after two months. Also read: JEE Advanced date announced; schools declare summer vacations #WATCH CBSE will conduct pending class 10th and 12th board exams from July 1st to July 15th: Union HRD Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal pic.twitter.com/JTW2067cvQ — ANI (@ANI) May 8, 2020 × Only few exams for both classes are pending. The students will be given a chance to finish those exams and then carry on with their next step in their education. It is expected that the curve will flatten down till July and it will be safe for students to step out. However, it will be essential for students to wear masks and practice social distancing. However, there has been no word on the admission process of colleges and universities, as usually a new academic year in colleges and universities begins from July. While some states had already completed their state board exams, there has been no announcement from other state boards on their exams. Goa, on the other hand, had recently announced that it will resume its state board exams from May 20. Majority states have recently announced summer vacations for the state-run schools for the month of May and June.

CBSE will conduct pending board exams from July 1 -15: HRD Ministry

Mexico's health ministry has reported 257 fatalities and 1,982 new coronavirus&nbsp;cases in the past 24 hours.

The new figures bring the total number of confirmed cases to 29,616 and 2,961 deaths. However, the reports suggest that the number of infections is more than the total number of confirmed cases.

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The government of Mexico is now urging people to exercise caution and make sure they follow social distancing rules, specially as Mothers' Day will be observed on Sunday. Mexico city's main flower market and cemeteries have also been temporarily shut by the officials to make sure people do not crowd. The step has been taken to contain the spread of coronavirus.

Officials have also suggested moving the holiday to July as it is one of the main holidays for Mexico, but have not taken a decision yet.

The Mexican government is requesting citizens to wear masks at all times, and practice social distancing. Even with the economy in a downward spiral, the government is urging people to not step out until it is urgent.

Mexico's health ministry has reported 257 fatalities and 1,982 new coronavirus cases in the past 24 hours. The new figures bring the total number of confirmed cases to 29,616 and 2,961 deaths.

Mexico's health ministry has reported 257 fatalities and 1,982 new coronavirus cases in the past 24 hours. The new figures bring the total number of confirmed cases to 29,616 and 2,961 deaths. However, the reports suggest that the number of infections is more than the total number of confirmed cases. Also Read: Trump to undergo COVID-19 test every day as military aide tests positive for coronavirus The government of Mexico is now urging people to exercise caution and make sure they follow social distancing rules, specially as Mothers' Day will be observed on Sunday. Mexico city's main flower market and cemeteries have also been temporarily shut by the officials to make sure people do not crowd. The step has been taken to contain the spread of coronavirus. Officials have also suggested moving the holiday to July as it is one of the main holidays for Mexico, but have not taken a decision yet. The Mexican government is requesting citizens to wear masks at all times, and practice social distancing. Even with the economy in a downward spiral, the government is urging people to not step out until it is urgent.

Mexico records 257 deaths in 24 hours; plans to shift Mothers' Day

South Korea was applauded for the way the country handled coronavirus.&nbsp; However, a new group of 25 coronavirus cases have been reported on Friday in Seoul's popular multicultural neighbourhood of Itaewon.

After the cases were reported,&nbsp;South Korean government on Friday issued an advisory to clubs,&nbsp;bars and all other social events venues to suspend the business for a month. The advisory will come into place from 8pm on Friday, Yonhap, a local&nbsp;news agency, reported.

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While it is not compulsory for clubs and bars to temporarily suspend their business, if they are found as a source of coronavirus, the respective venue could lose their license forever.

Schools were also to reopen from next month. However, the government is now considering postponing the reopening of schools.

“At this moment, it’s too early to say whether we need to postpone the opening of schools, but we will monitor the spread of the virus and review information&nbsp;from investigations of the new cases," said Jeong Eun-kyeong, director of the Korea Centers for Disease Control and Prevention,&nbsp;during a virus briefing.

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The health officials have linked almost&nbsp;15 infections to a 29-year-old patient who visited three clubs in Seoul’s Itaewon district on Saturday. He was tested positive on Wednesday. The patient was not wearing a mask in the nightclub, the Korea Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (KCDC) reported.

Vice Health Minister Kim Gang-lip reported that&nbsp;13 of the new cases were&nbsp;office colleagues of the patient and others were fellow clubgoers, including three foreigners and a soldier.

Kim Gang-lip has cautioned the public and has advised people to follow the rules of social distancing. “A drop of ink in clear water spreads swiftly. Anyone can become that drop of ink that spreads COVID-19,” he said&nbsp;during a briefing.

While the decision on resuming the schools is still pending, South Korean government has urged the people to practice social distancing and other rules which have been set in place to avoid a second wave of the deadly coronavirus.

South Korea has reported more than 10,800 cases and 256 deaths from COVID-19.

South Korea was applauded for the way the country handled coronavirus. However, a new group of 25 coronavirus cases have been reported on Friday in Seoul's popular multicultural neighbourhood of Itaewon.

South Korea was applauded for the way the country handled coronavirus. However, a new group of 25 coronavirus cases have been reported on Friday in Seoul's popular multicultural neighbourhood of Itaewon. After the cases were reported, South Korean government on Friday issued an advisory to clubs, bars and all other social events venues to suspend the business for a month. The advisory will come into place from 8pm on Friday, Yonhap, a local news agency, reported. Also read: After the COVID-19 pandemic is over, ready for review under WHO: China While it is not compulsory for clubs and bars to temporarily suspend their business, if they are found as a source of coronavirus, the respective venue could lose their license forever. Schools were also to reopen from next month. However, the government is now considering postponing the reopening of schools. “At this moment, it’s too early to say whether we need to postpone the opening of schools, but we will monitor the spread of the virus and review information from investigations of the new cases," said Jeong Eun-kyeong, director of the Korea Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, during a virus briefing. Also Read: Trump to undergo COVID-19 test every day as military aide tests positive for coronavirus The health officials have linked almost 15 infections to a 29-year-old patient who visited three clubs in Seoul’s Itaewon district on Saturday. He was tested positive on Wednesday. The patient was not wearing a mask in the nightclub, the Korea Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (KCDC) reported. Vice Health Minister Kim Gang-lip reported that 13 of the new cases were office colleagues of the patient and others were fellow clubgoers, including three foreigners and a soldier. Kim Gang-lip has cautioned the public and has advised people to follow the rules of social distancing. “A drop of ink in clear water spreads swiftly. Anyone can become that drop of ink that spreads COVID-19,” he said during a briefing. While the decision on resuming the schools is still pending, South Korean government has urged the people to practice social distancing and other rules which have been set in place to avoid a second wave of the deadly coronavirus. South Korea has reported more than 10,800 cases and 256 deaths from COVID-19.

South Korea closes bars and clubs; fears second wave of COVID-19

Let's tell you a story. A story straight from the treasure trove of coronavirus denial. It is set in the land of the free.

The villain is an unsparing virus that has killed thousands&nbsp;and has left millions washing their hands. The hero -- is a president who wants to was his hands too,&nbsp;but from any responsibility. A president, who believes that all is well and is&nbsp;eager to demonstrate that life is slowly resuming,&nbsp;including his own.

What better way to prove this&nbsp;than a cross-country trip.

Donald trump travelled to Arizona earlier today. This was a trip aimed at singaling that normalcy in the united states is imminent. So much so, that trump almost shook hands and hugged somebody. He landed in phoenix&nbsp;with his hand outstretched towards the Arizona governor.

Too bad,&nbsp;there were cameras and he could not shake hands. He settled for a pat on the back, something that social distancing guidelines don't mention.

His next stop, ironically,&nbsp;was a mask production plant. Trump toured a facility that produces face coverings to avoid spreading the virus. Every employee at the factory was wearing a mask. However,&nbsp;the U.S President decided to go without one.

He wore something more essential instead -- safety goggles.

As donald trump was being given a tour of the assembly line, somebody played a song that suits Trump's approach towards this pandemic...'live and let die'&nbsp; by Guns 'N Roses.

Next was time for an interview about whether lives will be lost in reopening the United States. Donald Trump replied, "yes there will be some."

"It's possible there will be some because you won't be locked into an apartment or, or a house or whatever it is. But at the same time, we're going to practice social distancing, we're going to be washing hands, we're gonna be doing a lot of the things that we've learned to do over the last period of time and we have to get our country back. You know, people are dying the other way too. When you look at what's happened with drugs, it goes up. When you look at suicides I mean, take a look at what's going on, people are losing their jobs. We have to bring it back and that's what we're doing."

You heard what he said...'people are dying the other way too'

So let's throw caution into the wind and let more people die. Is this what the U.S. President is suggesting?

Even the coronavirus would doubt if it can do as much damage as him. Donald Trump has set the bar very high. The death toll in the united states stands at 71,000.

Coronavirus cases have crossed&nbsp;a million. In the long run, we may all be dead.&nbsp;But for now, wear a mask, wash your hands and stay at home.

Let's tell you a story. A story straight from the treasure trove of coronavirus denial. It is set in the land of the free. The villain is an unsparing virus that has killed thousands and has left millions washing their hands.

Let's tell you a story. A story straight from the treasure trove of coronavirus denial. It is set in the land of the free. The villain is an unsparing virus that has killed thousands and has left millions washing their hands. The hero -- is a president who wants to was his hands too, but from any responsibility. A president, who believes that all is well and is eager to demonstrate that life is slowly resuming, including his own. What better way to prove this than a cross-country trip. Donald trump travelled to Arizona earlier today. This was a trip aimed at singaling that normalcy in the united states is imminent. So much so, that trump almost shook hands and hugged somebody. He landed in phoenix with his hand outstretched towards the Arizona governor. Too bad, there were cameras and he could not shake hands. He settled for a pat on the back, something that social distancing guidelines don't mention. His next stop, ironically, was a mask production plant. Trump toured a facility that produces face coverings to avoid spreading the virus. Every employee at the factory was wearing a mask. However, the U.S President decided to go without one. He wore something more essential instead -- safety goggles. As donald trump was being given a tour of the assembly line, somebody played a song that suits Trump's approach towards this pandemic...'live and let die' by Guns 'N Roses. Next was time for an interview about whether lives will be lost in reopening the United States. Donald Trump replied, "yes there will be some." "It's possible there will be some because you won't be locked into an apartment or, or a house or whatever it is. But at the same time, we're going to practice social distancing, we're going to be washing hands, we're gonna be doing a lot of the things that we've learned to do over the last period of time and we have to get our country back. You know, people are dying the other way too. When you look at what's happened with drugs, it goes up. When you look at suicides I mean, take a look at what's going on, people are losing their jobs. We have to bring it back and that's what we're doing." You heard what he said...'people are dying the other way too' So let's throw caution into the wind and let more people die. Is this what the U.S. President is suggesting? Even the coronavirus would doubt if it can do as much damage as him. Donald Trump has set the bar very high. The death toll in the united states stands at 71,000. Coronavirus cases have crossed a million. In the long run, we may all be dead. But for now, wear a mask, wash your hands and stay at home.

US President Donald Trump visits mask manufacturing facility, forgets to wear mask

Maharashtra saw a steep rise in the number of positive coronavirus cases as 1,233 new cases have been reported by the state health department. The death toll increased by 34, taking the total tally to 651.

Maharashtra is one of the worst-hit states in India with a total of 16,758 cases. Out of these Mumbai has recorded more than 600 cases within 24 hours.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/global-coronavirus-cases-surge-to-36-million-death-toll-at-257337-296973">Also read:&nbsp;Global coronavirus cases surge to 3.6 million, death toll at 257,337</a>

A total of 769 more cases and 25 deaths have been reported in Mumbai. Dharavi, one of the worst-hit areas in Mumbai, has reported 68 new coronavirus cases and 1 more death. Total number of cases have now increased to 733, which included 21 deaths, BMC reported. Mumbai now has 10,527 positive cases, including 412 deaths and 2,287 recovered cases.

The BMC&nbsp;is now taking steps to convert schools and other possible areas into isolation wards as it is being feared that the mark might cross the 75,000 mark as the financial capital has already crossed 10,000 mark, and shows no sign of decrease.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-hands-over-first-batch-of-hcq-to-egypt-offers-to-train-healthcare-professionals-297020">Also read:&nbsp;India hands over first batch of HCQ to Egypt, offers to train healthcare professionals</a>

Delhi, on the other hand, has removed one more area from the list of containment zones. There are a total of 87 containment zones in Delhi now. The total number of positive cases in Delhi has crossed the 5,000 mark.

Tamil Nadu reported 771 new cases and two deaths, taking the death to 35 and total cases to 4,829. Gujarat reported 380 new cases, taking the toll to 6,625 nad death toll to 396. Uttar Pradesh's total number of cases increased to 2,998 as the state reported 118 new cases.

Nagpur has reported 44 news cases and two new cases have been reported in Ranchi.

Maharashtra saw a steep rise in the number of positive coronavirus cases as 1,233 new cases have been reported by the state health department. The death toll increased by 34, taking the total tally to 651.

Maharashtra saw a steep rise in the number of positive coronavirus cases as 1,233 new cases have been reported by the state health department. The death toll increased by 34, taking the total tally to 651. Maharashtra is one of the worst-hit states in India with a total of 16,758 cases. Out of these Mumbai has recorded more than 600 cases within 24 hours. Also read: Global coronavirus cases surge to 3.6 million, death toll at 257,337 A total of 769 more cases and 25 deaths have been reported in Mumbai. Dharavi, one of the worst-hit areas in Mumbai, has reported 68 new coronavirus cases and 1 more death. Total number of cases have now increased to 733, which included 21 deaths, BMC reported. Mumbai now has 10,527 positive cases, including 412 deaths and 2,287 recovered cases. The BMC is now taking steps to convert schools and other possible areas into isolation wards as it is being feared that the mark might cross the 75,000 mark as the financial capital has already crossed 10,000 mark, and shows no sign of decrease. Also read: India hands over first batch of HCQ to Egypt, offers to train healthcare professionals Delhi, on the other hand, has removed one more area from the list of containment zones. There are a total of 87 containment zones in Delhi now. The total number of positive cases in Delhi has crossed the 5,000 mark. Tamil Nadu reported 771 new cases and two deaths, taking the death to 35 and total cases to 4,829. Gujarat reported 380 new cases, taking the toll to 6,625 nad death toll to 396. Uttar Pradesh's total number of cases increased to 2,998 as the state reported 118 new cases. Nagpur has reported 44 news cases and two new cases have been reported in Ranchi.

COVID-19: More than 1,200 new cases reported in Maharashtra; Mumbai crosses 10,000 infected mark

Air India has announced that it will resume bookings for evacuation flights for people who wish to travel to London, Singapore and select destinations in the US.

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The flights will operate from May 08 to May 14. These flights are specifically for people who are stranded and wish to be evacuated. These outgoing flights will have certain rules in place.

Air India will only be allowing the eligible passengers to board the flight. The eligibility will depend on the nationality status with respect to the destination countries, i.e., the passenger should either hold a green card/permanent residency or a one-year valid visa.

The passengers will have to go through thermal screening, compulsorily wear face masks and follow all protocols of social distancing at all times.

The entire cost of the travel will be borne by the passenger. In addition to this, if the passenger is quarantined or deported, he/she will have to bear the entire cost for that too.

The bookings can be made through Air India's official website.

Air India has announced that it will resume bookings for evacuation flights for people who wish to travel to London, Singapore and select destinations in the US.

Air India has announced that it will resume bookings for evacuation flights for people who wish to travel to London, Singapore and select destinations in the US. #FlyAI : Important Update for passengers regarding evacuation flights from India. Please visit https://t.co/FOAixDQ0Qo for details. pic.twitter.com/O23kcKLVlU — Air India (@airindiain) May 6, 2020 × The flights will operate from May 08 to May 14. These flights are specifically for people who are stranded and wish to be evacuated. These outgoing flights will have certain rules in place. Air India will only be allowing the eligible passengers to board the flight. The eligibility will depend on the nationality status with respect to the destination countries, i.e., the passenger should either hold a green card/permanent residency or a one-year valid visa. The passengers will have to go through thermal screening, compulsorily wear face masks and follow all protocols of social distancing at all times. The entire cost of the travel will be borne by the passenger. In addition to this, if the passenger is quarantined or deported, he/she will have to bear the entire cost for that too. The bookings can be made through Air India's official website.

Air India starts bookings for London, Singapore and the US

A gas leak was reported in the early hours of Thursday in Vizag. Almost 24 hours later, the tragedy has taken 11 lives till now, and almost 300 people have been hospitalised.

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy has now announced an ex-gratia payment of Rs 1 crore each to the kin of those killed in the styrene gas leak.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/visakhapatnam-gas-leak-chilling-scenes-bring-back-memories-of-bhopal-gas-tragedy-297163">Also read:&nbsp;Vizag gas leak: Chilling scenes bring back memories of Bhopal gas tragedy</a>

The initial reports have found out that a technical glitch in the refrigeration unit attached to the two styrene tanks at a chemical plant caused this vapour leak. The leak has affected more than 1,000 people in the five surrounding villages within a three kilometre radius.

“The gas leak situation is now under control and we are exploring all ways to provide speedy treatment for those who suffer from inhaling the leaked gas,”&nbsp;LG Polymers said in a statement.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/nine-killed-and-over-300-hospitalised-after-vizag-pharma-gas-leak-297117">Also read: Nine killed and over 300 hospitalised after Vizag pharma gas leak</a>

The South Korea-based company has assured that the situation is under control and a detailed investigation is being conducted on the extent of physical and monetary damage.However, the number of casualties are expected to increase as some victims are fighting for their lives in the hospitals.

“There is gas leakage identified in LG Polymers in Gopalapatnam. Requesting citizens around these locations not to come out of their houses for the sake of safety precautions," the Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation tweeted on Thursday.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, too, chaired a meeting at 11am on Thursday to get a detailed report on the tragedy.

National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) took control of the situation in the early hours, and has reported that the gas leak has been contained.

A gas leak was reported in the early hours of Thursday in Vizag. Almost 24 hours later, the tragedy has taken 11 lives till now, and almost 300 people have been hospitalised.

A gas leak was reported in the early hours of Thursday in Vizag. Almost 24 hours later, the tragedy has taken 11 lives till now, and almost 300 people have been hospitalised. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy has now announced an ex-gratia payment of Rs 1 crore each to the kin of those killed in the styrene gas leak. Also read: Vizag gas leak: Chilling scenes bring back memories of Bhopal gas tragedy The initial reports have found out that a technical glitch in the refrigeration unit attached to the two styrene tanks at a chemical plant caused this vapour leak. The leak has affected more than 1,000 people in the five surrounding villages within a three kilometre radius. “The gas leak situation is now under control and we are exploring all ways to provide speedy treatment for those who suffer from inhaling the leaked gas,” LG Polymers said in a statement. Also read: Nine killed and over 300 hospitalised after Vizag pharma gas leak The South Korea-based company has assured that the situation is under control and a detailed investigation is being conducted on the extent of physical and monetary damage.However, the number of casualties are expected to increase as some victims are fighting for their lives in the hospitals. “There is gas leakage identified in LG Polymers in Gopalapatnam. Requesting citizens around these locations not to come out of their houses for the sake of safety precautions," the Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation tweeted on Thursday. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, too, chaired a meeting at 11am on Thursday to get a detailed report on the tragedy. National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) took control of the situation in the early hours, and has reported that the gas leak has been contained.

Visakhapatnam gas leak: More than 1,000 affected, 11 dead

Gilead is a&nbsp;company that makes Remdesivir, another drug, that experts say holds promise against coronavirus.

In the US, Remdesivir is undergoing clinical trials. America's top health expert Dr. Anthony Fauci says it can block the virus.

That one statement made heads turn. Not just doctors, even investors began betting on Remdesivir.&nbsp;Needless to say, this was a shot in the arm for Gilead. Its shares gained by six per cent after the endorsement from Dr. Fauci.

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Five days ago, the federal drug administration in the United States has given its approval to Remdesivir. US&nbsp;President Donald Trump made the announcement himself, with Gilead CEO&nbsp;standing right next to him.

But, will Remdesivir be the cure that no one can afford? Gilead is under watch, not because it has one of the most promising coronavirus treatments.

US Lawmakers want to know how much Gilead will charge for Remdesivir&nbsp;because Gilead has a reputation for charging sky high prices.

In 2015, the company had charged 84 thousand dollars for a Hepatitis C drug. It didn't happen by accident, this was by design.

The Senate finance committee invested Gilead's pricing. This is a standing committee of lawmakers in the US&nbsp;Senate.

Gilead knew that affordable pricing would allow more patients to be treated. But, it still pursued profits. The company wanted to maximize its profits. What it didn't anticipate was the angry backlash; Gilead had to suffer through a spate of bad publicity.

Gilead is a company that makes Remdesivir, another drug, that experts say holds promise against coronavirus. In the US, Remdesivir is undergoing clinical trials.

Gilead is a company that makes Remdesivir, another drug, that experts say holds promise against coronavirus. In the US, Remdesivir is undergoing clinical trials. America's top health expert Dr. Anthony Fauci says it can block the virus. That one statement made heads turn. Not just doctors, even investors began betting on Remdesivir. Needless to say, this was a shot in the arm for Gilead. Its shares gained by six per cent after the endorsement from Dr. Fauci. Also read: 53,000 total COVID-19 cases in India now; death toll jumps to 1783 Five days ago, the federal drug administration in the United States has given its approval to Remdesivir. US President Donald Trump made the announcement himself, with Gilead CEO standing right next to him. But, will Remdesivir be the cure that no one can afford? Gilead is under watch, not because it has one of the most promising coronavirus treatments. US Lawmakers want to know how much Gilead will charge for Remdesivir because Gilead has a reputation for charging sky high prices. In 2015, the company had charged 84 thousand dollars for a Hepatitis C drug. It didn't happen by accident, this was by design. The Senate finance committee invested Gilead's pricing. This is a standing committee of lawmakers in the US Senate. Gilead knew that affordable pricing would allow more patients to be treated. But, it still pursued profits. The company wanted to maximize its profits. What it didn't anticipate was the angry backlash; Gilead had to suffer through a spate of bad publicity.

Gilead starts clinical trials of Remdesivir with US lawmakers curious about selling price

As the lockdown 3.0 is in action, the number of positive coronavirus cases have not decreased.

1,362 new positive cases have been reported in Maharashtra in the past 24 hours. This has taken Maharashtra's total number of positive cases to 18,120.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Mumbai has crossed the 11,000 mark as 692 new cases were reported.&nbsp;25 deaths were also reported, taking the death toll to 437, according to BMC.

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72 inmates and seven staff members of Mumbai's Arthur Road prison, too, have tested positive on Thursday. The inmates will be shifted to GT Hospital and St. George Hospital tomorrow separately.

Dharavi, which has been one of the worst-affected areas of India, has reported 50 new positive coronavirus cases, taking the total cases to 783. The death toll remains 21, as no new death has been reported, according to the BMC.

Delhi has reported 448 new cases, taking the toll to 5,980. However, four&nbsp;areas have been removed from the from containment list. There are 83 COVID- 19 containment zones in the capital now.

Gujarat has reported 388 new positive cases, taking the toll to 7,013. Madhya Pradesh, too has reported 114 new cases, which makes the total number of cases 3,252 in the state. 110 new cases have been reported in&nbsp; Rajasthan, taking the tally to 3,427 including 99 total deaths.&nbsp;

Uttar Pradesh has been one of the worst-hit states. It reported 73 new cases&nbsp;on Thursday, taking the total toll to 3,071 cases. Punjab, now, has 1,644 positive cases as&nbsp;118 new coronavirus cases have been reported in the last 24 hours.

West bengal has reported 92 new cases which takes the toll to 1,548, including&nbsp;79 deaths. Haryana government reported 31 news cases, which has taken the total toll to 625 positive cases in the state.

Telangana's total toll has increased to 1,122 as 15 new cases have been reported in the past 24 hours. Seven new cases have been reported in Ganjam, taking the toll of Odisha to 219, according to the state ministry.

As the lockdown 3.0 is in action, the number of positive coronavirus cases have not decreased. 1,362 new positive cases have been reported in Maharashtra in the past 24 hours.

As the lockdown 3.0 is in action, the number of positive coronavirus cases have not decreased. 1,362 new positive cases have been reported in Maharashtra in the past 24 hours. This has taken Maharashtra's total number of positive cases to 18,120. Mumbai has crossed the 11,000 mark as 692 new cases were reported. 25 deaths were also reported, taking the death toll to 437, according to BMC. Also read: 53,000 total COVID-19 cases in India now; death toll jumps to 1783 72 inmates and seven staff members of Mumbai's Arthur Road prison, too, have tested positive on Thursday. The inmates will be shifted to GT Hospital and St. George Hospital tomorrow separately. Dharavi, which has been one of the worst-affected areas of India, has reported 50 new positive coronavirus cases, taking the total cases to 783. The death toll remains 21, as no new death has been reported, according to the BMC. Delhi has reported 448 new cases, taking the toll to 5,980. However, four areas have been removed from the from containment list. There are 83 COVID- 19 containment zones in the capital now. Gujarat has reported 388 new positive cases, taking the toll to 7,013. Madhya Pradesh, too has reported 114 new cases, which makes the total number of cases 3,252 in the state. 110 new cases have been reported in Rajasthan, taking the tally to 3,427 including 99 total deaths. Uttar Pradesh has been one of the worst-hit states. It reported 73 new cases on Thursday, taking the total toll to 3,071 cases. Punjab, now, has 1,644 positive cases as 118 new coronavirus cases have been reported in the last 24 hours. West bengal has reported 92 new cases which takes the toll to 1,548, including 79 deaths. Haryana government reported 31 news cases, which has taken the total toll to 625 positive cases in the state. Telangana's total toll has increased to 1,122 as 15 new cases have been reported in the past 24 hours. Seven new cases have been reported in Ganjam, taking the toll of Odisha to 219, according to the state ministry.

COVID-19: Maharashtra crosses 18,000 mark; 1,362 new cases reported

A major fire broke out at a factory in Satanpur area of Nashik on Thursday.

10 fire tenders have rushed to the spot to contain the fire. As of now, no casualties have been reported. Fire department and officials are taking control of the situation, and have started investigations.

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More details in the matter are awaited.

This is the fourth major explosion within 24 hours. Before this two gas leaks in Vizag and Chhattisgarh took place, which was followed by an explosion of a boiler in Tamil Nadu. These incidents have left more than 500 people injured and hospitalised, while more than 10 people have already been reported dead.

A major fire broke out at a factory in Satanpur area of Nashik on Thursday. 10 fire tenders have rushed to the spot to contain the fire. As of now, no casualties have been reported.

A major fire broke out at a factory in Satanpur area of Nashik on Thursday. 10 fire tenders have rushed to the spot to contain the fire. As of now, no casualties have been reported. Fire department and officials are taking control of the situation, and have started investigations. Also read: Boiler blasts in Tamil Nadu; at least seven people injured More details in the matter are awaited. This is the fourth major explosion within 24 hours. Before this two gas leaks in Vizag and Chhattisgarh took place, which was followed by an explosion of a boiler in Tamil Nadu. These incidents have left more than 500 people injured and hospitalised, while more than 10 people have already been reported dead.

Fire broke out in Nashik; 10 fire tenders on the spot

Professor Bing Liu was a Chinese-born researcher on American soil. He was studying cellular mechanisms of the coronavirus and he was apparently close to making 'significant findings'. However, he is now dead.

The 37-year-old researcher was found murdered at his home in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

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The incident took place at around noon on Saturday, May 02. He&nbsp;was found with multiple gunshot wounds to the head, neck&nbsp;and torso. His home in the suburbs of Ross township in Pittsburgh was in ruins.

Investigators have been quick to call this an outcome of a love triangle feud, a lengthy dispute which apparently included Hao Gu.

Hao Gu is&nbsp;a 46-year old software engineer and has been identified as the murderer. As per reports, after opening fire on Professor Liu, Hao Gu turned the gun on himself. He, too,&nbsp;was found dead in a car parked just 100 yards away.

It is being called a case of murder-suicide, but investigators have failed to offer additional details about how the two men knew each other.

Here's the twist in the tail. Professor Bing Liu was working at the University of Pittsburgh's Medical Centre. The organisation has issued a statement on his death.

"Bing was on the verge of making very significant findings towards understanding the cellular mechanisms that underlie sars-cov-2 infection and the cellular basis of the following complications," the statement read.

The Pittsburgh Post Gazette, the largest newspaper in the city, reported on the 4th of May&nbsp;that Bing Liu's neighbours did not hear any sounds of gunshots on the day of his death, and that a formal ruling by the county medical examiner on the cause of Liu's death is still pending.

The question that now arises is:&nbsp;was it really a murder over a love triangle? Or the outcome of some conspiracy?&nbsp;Are there more secrets hidden in the dark?

These questions have taken America by storm.

Professor Bing Liu was a Chinese-born researcher on American soil. He was studying cellular mechanisms of the coronavirus and he was apparently close to making 'significant findings'.

Professor Bing Liu was a Chinese-born researcher on American soil. He was studying cellular mechanisms of the coronavirus and he was apparently close to making 'significant findings'. However, he is now dead. The 37-year-old researcher was found murdered at his home in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Also read: 'Live and Let Die' blasts as Trump tours mask factory, without wearing one The incident took place at around noon on Saturday, May 02. He was found with multiple gunshot wounds to the head, neck and torso. His home in the suburbs of Ross township in Pittsburgh was in ruins. Investigators have been quick to call this an outcome of a love triangle feud, a lengthy dispute which apparently included Hao Gu. Hao Gu is a 46-year old software engineer and has been identified as the murderer. As per reports, after opening fire on Professor Liu, Hao Gu turned the gun on himself. He, too, was found dead in a car parked just 100 yards away. It is being called a case of murder-suicide, but investigators have failed to offer additional details about how the two men knew each other. Here's the twist in the tail. Professor Bing Liu was working at the University of Pittsburgh's Medical Centre. The organisation has issued a statement on his death. "Bing was on the verge of making very significant findings towards understanding the cellular mechanisms that underlie sars-cov-2 infection and the cellular basis of the following complications," the statement read. The Pittsburgh Post Gazette, the largest newspaper in the city, reported on the 4th of May that Bing Liu's neighbours did not hear any sounds of gunshots on the day of his death, and that a formal ruling by the county medical examiner on the cause of Liu's death is still pending. The question that now arises is: was it really a murder over a love triangle? Or the outcome of some conspiracy? Are there more secrets hidden in the dark? These questions have taken America by storm.

Love triangle or conspiracy? Questions around Professor Bing Liu's death remain unanswered

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