China has reported 14 new COVID-19 cases, including 12 asymptomatic ones, taking the number of infections in the country to 82,877 while over 4,630 people have succumbed to the deadly virus, health officials said on Sunday.

China's National Health Commission (NHC) said the two new confirmed cases were reported on Saturday which included one imported and another locally transmitted.

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The death toll remained 4,633 as no fatalities due to the coronavirus were reported on Saturday while the total number cases increased to 82,877 with 531 still undergoing treatment, it said.

China has reported a total of 1,672 imported cases so far, of which 451 Chinese coming from abroad are still being treated with six in severe conditions, the NHC said.

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Also on Saturday, 12 new asymptomatic cases were reported in China. So far, 968 asymptomatic cases, including 98 from abroad, are still under medical observation, it said.

The central Hubei province which was cleared of confirmed COVID-19 cases on April 26, reported 651 asymptomatic infections as of Saturday.

Asymptomatic cases refer to people who are tested COVID-19 positive but develop no symptoms such as fever, cough or sore throat. However, they pose a risk of spreading the disease to others.

The Chinese government has banned foreigners from entering the country and reduced the number of international flights, making it difficult for Chinese citizens to return from abroad.

The novel coronavirus which originated from the Chinese city of Wuhan in December last year has claimed 243,829 lives and has infected over 3.4 million people, according to Johns Hopkins University data.&nbsp;

China has reported 14 new COVID-19 cases, including 12 asymptomatic ones, taking the number of infections in the country to 82,877 while over 4,630 people have succumbed to the deadly virus, health officials said on Sunday.

China has reported 14 new COVID-19 cases, including 12 asymptomatic ones, taking the number of infections in the country to 82,877 while over 4,630 people have succumbed to the deadly virus, health officials said on Sunday. China's National Health Commission (NHC) said the two new confirmed cases were reported on Saturday which included one imported and another locally transmitted. Also read: Venezuela: At least 47 dead, 75 injured in prison riot The death toll remained 4,633 as no fatalities due to the coronavirus were reported on Saturday while the total number cases increased to 82,877 with 531 still undergoing treatment, it said. China has reported a total of 1,672 imported cases so far, of which 451 Chinese coming from abroad are still being treated with six in severe conditions, the NHC said. Also read: Shanghai sees over 1 million visitors on May Day Also on Saturday, 12 new asymptomatic cases were reported in China. So far, 968 asymptomatic cases, including 98 from abroad, are still under medical observation, it said. The central Hubei province which was cleared of confirmed COVID-19 cases on April 26, reported 651 asymptomatic infections as of Saturday. Asymptomatic cases refer to people who are tested COVID-19 positive but develop no symptoms such as fever, cough or sore throat. However, they pose a risk of spreading the disease to others. The Chinese government has banned foreigners from entering the country and reduced the number of international flights, making it difficult for Chinese citizens to return from abroad. The novel coronavirus which originated from the Chinese city of Wuhan in December last year has claimed 243,829 lives and has infected over 3.4 million people, according to Johns Hopkins University data.

China reports 14 new coronavirus cases, toll reaches 82,877

Russia on Sunday recorded its highest daily rise in confirmed coronavirus cases with 10,633 new cases, bringing the total to 134,687, with more than half of cases and deaths in Moscow.

But the mortality rate has slowed in recent days and remains much lower, in relative terms, than many other countries.

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Russia has said its lower mortality rate was because the Russian outbreak occurred later than in many other countries which gave the authorities more time to prepare.

Russia`s nationwide death toll rose to 1,280 on Sunday after 58 people died in the last 24 hours, Russia`s coronavirus crisis response centre said on its website.

Russia has been in partial lockdown since the end of March to curb the spread of the virus. People in Moscow can leave home to visit the nearest food shop or chemist, walk their dog or throw out rubbish but need special passes for other activities.

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President Vladimir Putin has ordered the nationwide lockdown to remain in place until May 11 inclusive, when Russia finishes celebrating its Labour Day and World War Two Victory Day holidays.

Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin urged residents on Saturday to continue to strictly self-isolate over the long holidays.

Sobyanin said there had been progress in expanding testing, allowing the authorities to treat those in need more quickly.

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But he said the number of critically ill patients was rising, albeit not as steeply as worst-case scenario projections. He said he thought 2% of Moscow, with a population of 12.7 million, had been infected, a much higher figure than official statistics show.

"It is obvious that the threat is growing," he said on his website.

He told Rossiya-1 TV station that the Moscow authorities might cut the number of digital permits issued for travel across the city if the situation worsened.

Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin, Russia`s second-most senior official after Putin, told the president on Thursday he had tested positive for coronavirus and was temporarily stepping down to recover.

First Deputy Prime Minister Andrei Belousov is now serving as acting prime minister in his absence.

On Friday, another Russian cabinet member, Construction Minister Vladimir Yakushev, announced he had been diagnosed with the virus and would be treated in hospital. Dmitry Volkov, one of his deputies, also tested positive, the ministry said.

Russia on Sunday recorded its highest daily rise in confirmed coronavirus cases with 10,633 new cases, bringing the total to 134,687, with more than half of cases and deaths in Moscow.

Russia on Sunday recorded its highest daily rise in confirmed coronavirus cases with 10,633 new cases, bringing the total to 134,687, with more than half of cases and deaths in Moscow. But the mortality rate has slowed in recent days and remains much lower, in relative terms, than many other countries. Also read: Boris Johnson says doctors had contingency plans ready if he died of coronavirus Russia has said its lower mortality rate was because the Russian outbreak occurred later than in many other countries which gave the authorities more time to prepare. Russia`s nationwide death toll rose to 1,280 on Sunday after 58 people died in the last 24 hours, Russia`s coronavirus crisis response centre said on its website. Russia has been in partial lockdown since the end of March to curb the spread of the virus. People in Moscow can leave home to visit the nearest food shop or chemist, walk their dog or throw out rubbish but need special passes for other activities. Also read: US sees 1,435 new coronavirus deaths; total toll over 66,000 President Vladimir Putin has ordered the nationwide lockdown to remain in place until May 11 inclusive, when Russia finishes celebrating its Labour Day and World War Two Victory Day holidays. Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin urged residents on Saturday to continue to strictly self-isolate over the long holidays. Sobyanin said there had been progress in expanding testing, allowing the authorities to treat those in need more quickly. Also read: Glad he is back and well': Donald Trump on Kim Jong Un's first appearance in three weeks But he said the number of critically ill patients was rising, albeit not as steeply as worst-case scenario projections. He said he thought 2% of Moscow, with a population of 12.7 million, had been infected, a much higher figure than official statistics show. "It is obvious that the threat is growing," he said on his website. He told Rossiya-1 TV station that the Moscow authorities might cut the number of digital permits issued for travel across the city if the situation worsened. Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin, Russia`s second-most senior official after Putin, told the president on Thursday he had tested positive for coronavirus and was temporarily stepping down to recover. First Deputy Prime Minister Andrei Belousov is now serving as acting prime minister in his absence. On Friday, another Russian cabinet member, Construction Minister Vladimir Yakushev, announced he had been diagnosed with the virus and would be treated in hospital. Dmitry Volkov, one of his deputies, also tested positive, the ministry said.

Coronavirus cases in Russia rise by record daily amount, mortality rate slows

Union Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr. Harsh Vardhan on Sunday said that India's COVID-19 mortality rate of 3.2 per cent is the lowest in the world and over 10,000 coronavirus patients have been discharged from hospitals after recovering from the disease so far.

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"Today more than 10,000 COVID-19 patients have been discharged. Those still admitted at hospitals are on the road to recovery. If in last 14 days doubling rate was 10.5 days, then today it is around 12 days," the Minister told ANI after visiting Lady Hardinge Hospital.

"Our mortality rate of 3.2 per cent is the lowest in the world," he said. With 2,644 more COVID-19 cases and 83 deaths in the last 24 hours, the number of people infected from coronavirus in the country has reached 39,980 including 1,301 deaths, said the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on Sunday.

Currently, there are 28,046 active cases while 10,633 COVID-19 positive patients have been cured/discharged.

Union Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr. Harsh Vardhan on Sunday said that India's COVID-19 mortality rate of 3.2 per cent is the lowest in the world and over 10,000 coronavirus patients have been discharged from hospitals after recovering from the disease so far.

Union Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr. Harsh Vardhan on Sunday said that India's COVID-19 mortality rate of 3.2 per cent is the lowest in the world and over 10,000 coronavirus patients have been discharged from hospitals after recovering from the disease so far. Also read: Indian Railways issues guidelines for 'shramik special trains' "Today more than 10,000 COVID-19 patients have been discharged. Those still admitted at hospitals are on the road to recovery. If in last 14 days doubling rate was 10.5 days, then today it is around 12 days," the Minister told ANI after visiting Lady Hardinge Hospital. "Our mortality rate of 3.2 per cent is the lowest in the world," he said. With 2,644 more COVID-19 cases and 83 deaths in the last 24 hours, the number of people infected from coronavirus in the country has reached 39,980 including 1,301 deaths, said the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on Sunday. Currently, there are 28,046 active cases while 10,633 COVID-19 positive patients have been cured/discharged.

India's COVID-19 mortality rate lowest in world, over 10,000 patients discharged: Harsh Vardhan

West Bengal on Sunday announced health insurance coverage of up to Rs 10 lakh for frontline COVID-19 workers, including journalists.

"Our government in Bangla has also announced health insurance with up to 10 lakh coverage for frontline COVID workers, including journalists. Press Freedom Day," state Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee tweeted.

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On the occasion of Press Freedom Day, the Chief Minister said the press is the fourth pillar of democracy and must perform its duties fearlessly. "We respect journalists for their contribution to society. Our government in Bangla has many initiatives for the welfare of journalists," she said.

West Bengal has reported 922 coronavirus cases, including 33 deaths, as per the Union Health Ministry.

West Bengal on Sunday announced health insurance coverage of up to Rs 10 lakh for frontline COVID-19 workers, including journalists. "Our government in Bangla has also announced health insurance with up to 10 lakh coverage for frontline COVID workers, including journalists.

West Bengal on Sunday announced health insurance coverage of up to Rs 10 lakh for frontline COVID-19 workers, including journalists. "Our government in Bangla has also announced health insurance with up to 10 lakh coverage for frontline COVID workers, including journalists. Press Freedom Day," state Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee tweeted. Also read: BS Yediyurappa urges Maharashtra to help in the drought-like situation On the occasion of Press Freedom Day, the Chief Minister said the press is the fourth pillar of democracy and must perform its duties fearlessly. "We respect journalists for their contribution to society. Our government in Bangla has many initiatives for the welfare of journalists," she said. West Bengal has reported 922 coronavirus cases, including 33 deaths, as per the Union Health Ministry.

Mamata govt announces Rs 10 lakh health insurance cover for COVID-19 warriors

The US military called on the parties to the conflict in Afghanistan to settle the disagreements through political means and threatened with retaliatory actions if the Taliban militants did not reduce the scale of violence, Col. Sonny Leggett, spokesman for US forces in Afghanistan, said on Saturday.

Leggett sent a two-page letter to the Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid, posted on Twitter. According to the US side, all parties must embark on the path of a "political solution" to the conflict, urging Afghans to sit down and start discussing the country`s future.

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"Reducing violence is an absolute necessity--and this is up to the leaders of all military forces-- [Afghan National Security Forces] ANDSF, Taliban fighters and, yes, the Coalition. Attacks generate attacks, while restraint produces restraint. All sides must choose restraint to prevent more killing and violence," Leggett wrote on Twitter.

The Taliban spokesman responded to the call on his social media account, saying that the path to resolution of the conflict "lies in the implementation of the agreement concluded in Doha." He also called upon Washington not to "harm the current state of things".

On February 29, the US and the Taliban inked a peace agreement in the Qatari capital of Doha, according to which an intra-Afghan negotiation was scheduled to begin on March 10. The talks, however, failed to begin due to disagreements between Kabul and the Taliban, in particular on the subject of the prisoner exchange.&nbsp;

The US military called on the parties to the conflict in Afghanistan to settle the disagreements through political means and threatened with retaliatory actions if the Taliban militants did not reduce the scale of violence, Col.

The US military called on the parties to the conflict in Afghanistan to settle the disagreements through political means and threatened with retaliatory actions if the Taliban militants did not reduce the scale of violence, Col. Sonny Leggett, spokesman for US forces in Afghanistan, said on Saturday. Leggett sent a two-page letter to the Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid, posted on Twitter. According to the US side, all parties must embark on the path of a "political solution" to the conflict, urging Afghans to sit down and start discussing the country`s future. Also read: Jammu and Kashmir: Colonel, major killed in Kupwara encounter "Reducing violence is an absolute necessity--and this is up to the leaders of all military forces-- [Afghan National Security Forces] ANDSF, Taliban fighters and, yes, the Coalition. Attacks generate attacks, while restraint produces restraint. All sides must choose restraint to prevent more killing and violence," Leggett wrote on Twitter. The Taliban spokesman responded to the call on his social media account, saying that the path to resolution of the conflict "lies in the implementation of the agreement concluded in Doha." He also called upon Washington not to "harm the current state of things". On February 29, the US and the Taliban inked a peace agreement in the Qatari capital of Doha, according to which an intra-Afghan negotiation was scheduled to begin on March 10. The talks, however, failed to begin due to disagreements between Kabul and the Taliban, in particular on the subject of the prisoner exchange.

US threatens Taliban with retaliatory actions if violence in Afghanistan continues

Bangladesh plans to extend the nationwide shutdown until May 15 as the novel coronavirus claimed five more lives in the last 24 hours, taking the total number of COVID-19 fatalities in the country to 175.

"The Prime Minister's Office is considering a proposal for an extended shutdown," a PMO spokesman told PTI on Saturday, hours after junior minister for public administration Forhad Hossain said his office suggested the extension until May 15 to prevent further spread of the virus.

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Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina earlier ordered a comprehensive anti-COVID-19 campaign, amid steady rise of coronavirus cases in the country.

The government initially declared a general holiday on March 26 for 10 days. Later, that was gradually extended till April 25 as the country kept seeing a rise in the number of cases and deaths from COVID-19. Bangladesh later extended the nationwide shutdown until May 5.

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Meanwhile, the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) said the tally of infections has risen to 8,790 after 552 more people tested positive from 5,827 samples in the last 24 hours - the highest number of tests in a single day.

DGHS Additional Director General Professor Nasima Sultana said that Bangladesh was witnessing a rapid rise of coronavirus cases since March 24 as 8,784 people tested positive for the virus since then. The number of infection was only 6 until March 23.

She said the COVID-19 cases were found in 63 out of the country's 64 administrative districts, Bangladesh confirmed the first coronavirus death on March 18, ten days after the detection of the first three cases.

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"Among the COVID-19-infected cases, nearly 75 per cent patients are taking treatment from their homes, and many of them are being cured every day after receiving treatment," Sultana said.

As of May 2, of the total fatalities, 95 deaths were recorded in Dhaka city and 39 in Narayanganj, the river port town on the outskirts of the capital.

Dhaka is the worst-affected area with 54.73 per cent of COVID-19 cases.

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Sultana said the massive spread of the virus has prompted authorities to expand testing facilities across the country, engaging non-government organizations, universities, state-run research institutes and private hospitals.

Despite experts' warnings, Bangladesh has reopened hundreds of its garment factories this week after nearly one month of closures. The factory owners said they were operating with fewer workers than usual and following safety guidelines.

A spokesman of the Bangladesh Garments Manufactures and Exporters Association (BGMEA) said that some 850 among nearly 4,000 factories were reopened maintaining cautions, engaging a limited number of workers who live nearby.

BGMEA Secretary Mohammad Abdur Razzak claimed that the factories were complying with the health guidelines while the decision followed a government directive allowing companies which were under buyers' pressures to resume production.

A BGMEA business analyst said the factories were opened fearing that they might lose business to competitors like Vietnam, Cambodia, Sri Lanka and India.

But a health ministry official preferring anonymity said the factories should have taken some more days for safety preparedness for their workers, who are at worst risk of infections.

There are nearly 4.1 million garment workers in the country.

Global lockdowns led the international apparel brands and retailers, who rely on the cheap labour that Bangladesh provides, to cancel or suspend an estimated USD 3.17 billion worth of orders in the country.

Bangladesh plans to extend the nationwide shutdown until May 15 as the novel coronavirus claimed five more lives in the last 24 hours, taking the total number of COVID-19 fatalities in the country to 175.

Bangladesh plans to extend the nationwide shutdown until May 15 as the novel coronavirus claimed five more lives in the last 24 hours, taking the total number of COVID-19 fatalities in the country to 175. "The Prime Minister's Office is considering a proposal for an extended shutdown," a PMO spokesman told PTI on Saturday, hours after junior minister for public administration Forhad Hossain said his office suggested the extension until May 15 to prevent further spread of the virus. Also read: Jammu and Kashmir: Colonel, major killed in Kupwara encounter Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina earlier ordered a comprehensive anti-COVID-19 campaign, amid steady rise of coronavirus cases in the country. The government initially declared a general holiday on March 26 for 10 days. Later, that was gradually extended till April 25 as the country kept seeing a rise in the number of cases and deaths from COVID-19. Bangladesh later extended the nationwide shutdown until May 5. Also read: BS Yediyurappa urges Maharashtra to help in the drought-like situation Meanwhile, the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) said the tally of infections has risen to 8,790 after 552 more people tested positive from 5,827 samples in the last 24 hours - the highest number of tests in a single day. DGHS Additional Director General Professor Nasima Sultana said that Bangladesh was witnessing a rapid rise of coronavirus cases since March 24 as 8,784 people tested positive for the virus since then. The number of infection was only 6 until March 23. She said the COVID-19 cases were found in 63 out of the country's 64 administrative districts, Bangladesh confirmed the first coronavirus death on March 18, ten days after the detection of the first three cases. Also read: North, South Korea exchange gunfire at guard post in dimilitarised zone "Among the COVID-19-infected cases, nearly 75 per cent patients are taking treatment from their homes, and many of them are being cured every day after receiving treatment," Sultana said. As of May 2, of the total fatalities, 95 deaths were recorded in Dhaka city and 39 in Narayanganj, the river port town on the outskirts of the capital. Dhaka is the worst-affected area with 54.73 per cent of COVID-19 cases. Also read: Indian Railways issues guidelines for 'shramik special trains' Sultana said the massive spread of the virus has prompted authorities to expand testing facilities across the country, engaging non-government organizations, universities, state-run research institutes and private hospitals. Despite experts' warnings, Bangladesh has reopened hundreds of its garment factories this week after nearly one month of closures. The factory owners said they were operating with fewer workers than usual and following safety guidelines. A spokesman of the Bangladesh Garments Manufactures and Exporters Association (BGMEA) said that some 850 among nearly 4,000 factories were reopened maintaining cautions, engaging a limited number of workers who live nearby. BGMEA Secretary Mohammad Abdur Razzak claimed that the factories were complying with the health guidelines while the decision followed a government directive allowing companies which were under buyers' pressures to resume production. A BGMEA business analyst said the factories were opened fearing that they might lose business to competitors like Vietnam, Cambodia, Sri Lanka and India. But a health ministry official preferring anonymity said the factories should have taken some more days for safety preparedness for their workers, who are at worst risk of infections. There are nearly 4.1 million garment workers in the country. Global lockdowns led the international apparel brands and retailers, who rely on the cheap labour that Bangladesh provides, to cancel or suspend an estimated USD 3.17 billion worth of orders in the country.

Bangladesh plans to extend shutdown as COVID-19 death toll rises to 175

As United Kingdom (UK) battles against the spread of coronavirus, Boris Johnson's government will have to gear up for a lawsuit against the government.

Owner of Jota Aviation, Simon Dolan has decided to file a lawsuit against the government if the lockdown restrictions are not eased.

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The 50-year-old millionaire described the situation as "draconian", and blamed the government for crippling the economy through the extreme lockdown measures.

Too many people are losing their jobs; people can’t get cancer treatment, there is suicide, domestic violence. Why are we prevaricating?," said Simon.

“It’s like the government is now keeping this going to justify their original decision, whereas what they should do is say we did this and now we are doing something different,” he continued.

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He believes that people should be given a choice about whether they want to self-isolate or not, instead of forcing them to stay under a lockdown. However, he assures that he does not mean to harm the health of people or create a chaos.

His lawyer Michael Gardner has served a 'Letter Before Action' with a deadline of thursday for a response. If not followed, the millionaire will request an urgent court hearing.

“The lockdown is telling us to stop living to avoid dying. To imprison people in their homes is an extremely dramatic decision to make. It is unprecedented and it would have been a brave Boris to say ‘no, we are not going to do that’, but it has gone on too long now, and we need to lift it or loosen it,” he said.

The&nbsp;businessman, worth £142 million, claims he does not support any political party, thus implying the decision of his is purely on non-political grounds.

As United Kingdom (UK) battles against the spread of coronavirus, Boris Johnson's government will have to gear up for a lawsuit against the government. Owner of Jota Aviation, Simon Dolan has decided to file a lawsuit against the government if the lockdown restrictions are not eased.

As United Kingdom (UK) battles against the spread of coronavirus, Boris Johnson's government will have to gear up for a lawsuit against the government. Owner of Jota Aviation, Simon Dolan has decided to file a lawsuit against the government if the lockdown restrictions are not eased. Also read: Boris Johnson says doctors had contingency plans ready if he died of coronavirus The 50-year-old millionaire described the situation as "draconian", and blamed the government for crippling the economy through the extreme lockdown measures. Too many people are losing their jobs; people can’t get cancer treatment, there is suicide, domestic violence. Why are we prevaricating?," said Simon. “It’s like the government is now keeping this going to justify their original decision, whereas what they should do is say we did this and now we are doing something different,” he continued. Also read: US sees 1,435 new coronavirus deaths; total toll over 66,000 He believes that people should be given a choice about whether they want to self-isolate or not, instead of forcing them to stay under a lockdown. However, he assures that he does not mean to harm the health of people or create a chaos. His lawyer Michael Gardner has served a 'Letter Before Action' with a deadline of thursday for a response. If not followed, the millionaire will request an urgent court hearing. “The lockdown is telling us to stop living to avoid dying. To imprison people in their homes is an extremely dramatic decision to make. It is unprecedented and it would have been a brave Boris to say ‘no, we are not going to do that’, but it has gone on too long now, and we need to lift it or loosen it,” he said. The businessman, worth £142 million, claims he does not support any political party, thus implying the decision of his is purely on non-political grounds.

UK millionaire to take legal action against the government for crippling economy

As the cases have been on a rise in the capital, social distancing during grocery shopping has become essential. Delhites seem to understand this as hundreds of people at Ghazipur market of wholesale fruit and vegetable were seen abiding by social distancing norms.

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Everyone in the market, from customers to cart pullers,&nbsp;was seen wearing masks and following all precautions of social distancing,

Delhi is still a red zone and has recorded 384 new cases, taking the total tally to 4,122.&nbsp; Delhi's Health Minister, Satyendra Jain, also warned the people that the virus will affect our lives for some more time and the public will have to learn live with it and modify our habits accordingly.

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Jasmeet Singh, DCP Delhi (East) told ANI that the footfall has increased in the market as all others have been shut due to coronavirus lockdown.

"Footfall has increased here as several other markets have closed. We have set up channelizers here and people are being sent inside through them. Separate lanes have been made for cycle carts and mini-trucks. Due to these measures, the situation has improved," he said.&nbsp;

(With inputs from ANI)

As the cases have been on a rise in the capital, social distancing during grocery shopping has become essential. Delhites seem to understand this as hundreds of people at Ghazipur market of wholesale fruit and vegetable were seen abiding by social distancing norms.

As the cases have been on a rise in the capital, social distancing during grocery shopping has become essential. Delhites seem to understand this as hundreds of people at Ghazipur market of wholesale fruit and vegetable were seen abiding by social distancing norms. Also read: Indian Navy to thank COVID-19 warriors by illuminating naval ships Everyone in the market, from customers to cart pullers, was seen wearing masks and following all precautions of social distancing, Delhi is still a red zone and has recorded 384 new cases, taking the total tally to 4,122. Delhi's Health Minister, Satyendra Jain, also warned the people that the virus will affect our lives for some more time and the public will have to learn live with it and modify our habits accordingly. Also read: Jammu and Kashmir: Colonel, major killed in Kupwara encounter Jasmeet Singh, DCP Delhi (East) told ANI that the footfall has increased in the market as all others have been shut due to coronavirus lockdown. "Footfall has increased here as several other markets have closed. We have set up channelizers here and people are being sent inside through them. Separate lanes have been made for cycle carts and mini-trucks. Due to these measures, the situation has improved," he said. (With inputs from ANI)

Delhi's cases rise; Ghazipur market observes social distancing

After the personal staff member of a top-ranking officer of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) tested positive for COVID-19, the headquarters of the paramilitary force here has been sealed for sanitisation until further orders, officials said on Sunday.

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After test reports of the staffer, who had been turning for duty regularly at the Lodhi Road office, turned positive for novel coronavirus, the entire office has been sealed, officials said.Sources confirmed that some of the top-level officers of the central paramilitary force will also move into home quarantine as they were in contact with the infected person.

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The entire building at the CGO complex, which houses the offices of Director General (DG) CRPF and Special Director General (SDG) CRPF, will be sanitised.

"The report of the staffer come positive yesterday. The building will not be open to any person for procedural reasons. The date of opening of the building for the staff has not been decided yet," a senior CRPF official said.

CRPF building also has a control room that is connected to all units to provide quick information to headquarters.

After the personal staff member of a top-ranking officer of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) tested positive for COVID-19, the headquarters of the paramilitary force here has been sealed for sanitisation until further orders, officials said on Sunday.

After the personal staff member of a top-ranking officer of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) tested positive for COVID-19, the headquarters of the paramilitary force here has been sealed for sanitisation until further orders, officials said on Sunday. Also read: Jammu and Kashmir: Colonel, major killed in Kupwara encounter After test reports of the staffer, who had been turning for duty regularly at the Lodhi Road office, turned positive for novel coronavirus, the entire office has been sealed, officials said.Sources confirmed that some of the top-level officers of the central paramilitary force will also move into home quarantine as they were in contact with the infected person. After a staff of one of the top officers of CRPF tested COVID-19 positive, CRPF Headquarters in Delhi will be sealed for sanitisation till further orders. No one will be allowed to enter the building: Central Reserve Police Force pic.twitter.com/dCWWGe9GUF — ANI (@ANI) May 3, 2020 × The entire building at the CGO complex, which houses the offices of Director General (DG) CRPF and Special Director General (SDG) CRPF, will be sanitised. "The report of the staffer come positive yesterday. The building will not be open to any person for procedural reasons. The date of opening of the building for the staff has not been decided yet," a senior CRPF official said. CRPF building also has a control room that is connected to all units to provide quick information to headquarters.

CRPF headquarters sealed after staffer tests COVID-19 positive

After battling coronavirus, China has opened the lockdown for its citizens. Following that, there were May Day celebrations throughout the country.

Shanghai, in particular, recorded a footfall of&nbsp;over 1 million visitors in the first two days of the five-day May Day holiday.&nbsp;Shanghai has over&nbsp;130 main tourist attractions, which seemed very popular in the first two days of the celebration of May Day.

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Approximately 456,000 visitors were recorded at the&nbsp;scenic sites in the city on Friday, and the number increased by&nbsp;633,000 more on Saturday, according to the Shanghai Municipal Administration of Culture and Tourism.

These figures will help the country n saving the economy which took a setback due to coronavirus and the lockdown.

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The officials have guided the&nbsp;tourist sites to not exceed their visitor capacity more than&nbsp;30 percent of their daily or real-time visitor capacity. The organisers and the public have been instructed to avoid crowding and follow all protocols and precautions of social distancing.

It is also compulsory for all visitors to wear face masks at all time,&nbsp;show their health QR codes and have their body temperatures taken.

Shanghai’s Culture and Tourism Administration had announced re-opening of tourist locations earlier this week.

After battling coronavirus, China has opened the lockdown for its citizens. Following that, there were May Day celebrations throughout the country. Shanghai, in particular, recorded a footfall of over 1 million visitors in the first two days of the five-day May Day holiday.

After battling coronavirus, China has opened the lockdown for its citizens. Following that, there were May Day celebrations throughout the country. Shanghai, in particular, recorded a footfall of over 1 million visitors in the first two days of the five-day May Day holiday. Shanghai has over 130 main tourist attractions, which seemed very popular in the first two days of the celebration of May Day. Also read: Glad he is back and well': Donald Trump on Kim Jong Un's first appearance in three week Approximately 456,000 visitors were recorded at the scenic sites in the city on Friday, and the number increased by 633,000 more on Saturday, according to the Shanghai Municipal Administration of Culture and Tourism. These figures will help the country n saving the economy which took a setback due to coronavirus and the lockdown. Also read: Pearl's parents appeal in Pakistani court following freeing of son's killers The officials have guided the tourist sites to not exceed their visitor capacity more than 30 percent of their daily or real-time visitor capacity. The organisers and the public have been instructed to avoid crowding and follow all protocols and precautions of social distancing. It is also compulsory for all visitors to wear face masks at all time, show their health QR codes and have their body temperatures taken. Shanghai’s Culture and Tourism Administration had announced re-opening of tourist locations earlier this week.

Shanghai sees over 1 million visitors on May Day

While the nation fights the coronavirus, Karnataka is also fighting a battle against an incoming drought.

Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa expressed his concern over the acute water shortage in few districts of North Karnataka.

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He wrote a letter to the Maharashtra Chief Minister&nbsp;Uddhav Thackeray requesting him to release six TMC water from the Maharashtra&nbsp;reservoirs to the the rivers passing through and in Karnataka.

The water shortage has been acute since early March in mainly few districts, namely&nbsp;Belagavi, Vijayapura, Bagalkot, Kalaburagi, Yadagiri and Raichur.

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"I request you to kindly direct the concerned authorities to release 3 TMC of water from Warna/Koyna reservoirs to Krishna river and 3 TMC of water from Ujjaini reservoir to Bhima river on humanitarian grounds for drinking purpose," Yediyurappa said in his letter.

This is not the first time Karnataka has asked Maharashtra government to help the state in times of drought. In recent past, too, Maharashtra has helped Karnataka by releasing water from its reservoirs for Karnataka, to accomodate the needs of humans as well as livestock of Karnataka.

While the nation fights the coronavirus, Karnataka is also fighting a battle against an incoming drought. Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa expressed his concern over the acute water shortage in few districts of North Karnataka.

While the nation fights the coronavirus, Karnataka is also fighting a battle against an incoming drought. Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa expressed his concern over the acute water shortage in few districts of North Karnataka. Also read: Jammu and Kashmir: Colonel, major killed in Kupwara encounter He wrote a letter to the Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray requesting him to release six TMC water from the Maharashtra reservoirs to the the rivers passing through and in Karnataka. The water shortage has been acute since early March in mainly few districts, namely Belagavi, Vijayapura, Bagalkot, Kalaburagi, Yadagiri and Raichur. Also read: IAF starts flypast from Dal Lake to salute COVID-19 workers; transporting medical supplies too "I request you to kindly direct the concerned authorities to release 3 TMC of water from Warna/Koyna reservoirs to Krishna river and 3 TMC of water from Ujjaini reservoir to Bhima river on humanitarian grounds for drinking purpose," Yediyurappa said in his letter. This is not the first time Karnataka has asked Maharashtra government to help the state in times of drought. In recent past, too, Maharashtra has helped Karnataka by releasing water from its reservoirs for Karnataka, to accomodate the needs of humans as well as livestock of Karnataka.

BS Yediyurappa urges Maharashtra to help in the drought-like situation

As the news of&nbsp;Baloch journalist Sajid Hussain's death was reported, his well-wishers demanded that a proper investigation be launched by the Swedish authorities. His friends, activists and journalists, are alleging&nbsp;Pakistan's spy agency, ISI, to be behind his tragic death.

Sajid Hussain, went to Sweden in 2012 as an exile, and had been missing. His dead body was found on April 23 in the Fyris river outside Uppsala.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/swedish-police-find-body-of-missing-baloch-journalist-296195">Also read:&nbsp;Swedish police find body of missing Baloch journalist</a>

"The Baloch people are in shock. The Baloch are facing genocide in Balochistan but now even Baloch refugees are not safe in a country like Sweden. We demand proper investigations of this ruthless murder and to provide proper protection to the Baloch people in Europe and other parts of the world,"&nbsp;Professor Naela Quadri, President of the Baloch People`s Congress was quoted by ANI.

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Hussain was the Editor-in-Chief of Balochistan Times. His wife has revealed that Hussain suspected he was being followed before he fled to Sweden. She said that her husband's report on&nbsp;a top drug lord Imam Bheel in 2012 had landed him amid some threats, following which he left Pakistan.

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"Then some people broke into his house in Quetta when he was out investigating a story. They took away his laptop and other papers too. After that he left Pakistan in September 2012 and never came back," his wife was quoted in Dawn.

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Hussain was known for writing about the human rights violations, state brutalities and barbarism in Balochistan. Like other activists and journalists, who stand up against the barbaric conditions of Balochistan, Hussain too feared for his life.

The Committee to Protest Journalists (CPJ) and Reporters Without Borders also offered their condolences and demanded a proper investigation be launched.

Balochistan Times also offered condolences on his tragic death. "As a journalist, he was compassionate and wrote extensively on the suffering of the Baloch people. His work often got him into trouble as the authorities did not like his reporting of Balochistan`s forbidden stories, the reason he had to leave and live in exile."

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As the news of Baloch journalist Sajid Hussain's death was reported, his well-wishers demanded that a proper investigation be launched by the Swedish authorities.

As the news of Baloch journalist Sajid Hussain's death was reported, his well-wishers demanded that a proper investigation be launched by the Swedish authorities. His friends, activists and journalists, are alleging Pakistan's spy agency, ISI, to be behind his tragic death. Sajid Hussain, went to Sweden in 2012 as an exile, and had been missing. His dead body was found on April 23 in the Fyris river outside Uppsala. Also read: Swedish police find body of missing Baloch journalist "The Baloch people are in shock. The Baloch are facing genocide in Balochistan but now even Baloch refugees are not safe in a country like Sweden. We demand proper investigations of this ruthless murder and to provide proper protection to the Baloch people in Europe and other parts of the world," Professor Naela Quadri, President of the Baloch People`s Congress was quoted by ANI. Thread: Body of #SajidHussain, our varsity friend, and a fellow journalist, has been found today in Sweden. I am sharing some of his explosive journalistic work (among many others) published in The News about #Balochistan that has landed him into trouble. 1 — Zia Ur Rehman (@zalmayzia) May 1, 2020 × Hussain was the Editor-in-Chief of Balochistan Times. His wife has revealed that Hussain suspected he was being followed before he fled to Sweden. She said that her husband's report on a top drug lord Imam Bheel in 2012 had landed him amid some threats, following which he left Pakistan. Also read: Pak summons senior Indian diplomat over alleged ceasefire violation "Then some people broke into his house in Quetta when he was out investigating a story. They took away his laptop and other papers too. After that he left Pakistan in September 2012 and never came back," his wife was quoted in Dawn. Saddened to hear about the murder of journalist Sajid Hussain. The @SweMFA govt owes it to his family to@investigate the case and ensure that they find who is behind the gruesome act of killing a refugee — Ayesha Siddiqa (@iamthedrifter) May 1, 2020 × Hussain was known for writing about the human rights violations, state brutalities and barbarism in Balochistan. Like other activists and journalists, who stand up against the barbaric conditions of Balochistan, Hussain too feared for his life. The Committee to Protest Journalists (CPJ) and Reporters Without Borders also offered their condolences and demanded a proper investigation be launched. Balochistan Times also offered condolences on his tragic death. "As a journalist, he was compassionate and wrote extensively on the suffering of the Baloch people. His work often got him into trouble as the authorities did not like his reporting of Balochistan`s forbidden stories, the reason he had to leave and live in exile." (With inputs from agencies)

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