UN rights chief Michelle Bachelet said that "protests triggered by the killing of George Floyd highlighted not only police violence against people of colour, but also inequalities in health, education, employment and endemic racial discrimination."

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"This virus is exposing endemic inequalities that have too long been ignored," Bachelet asserted.

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Police used tear gas against protesters outside the White House in Lafayette Park enraging the people. US presidential candidate Joe Biden hit at Trump for "using the American military against the American people" as the protests took political overtures ahead of the US elections in November.

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"He tear-gassed peaceful protesters and fired rubber bullets. For a photo," Biden tweeted, adding,"For our children, for the very soul of our country, we must defeat him."&nbsp;

Trump had said earlier that he was deploying thousands of soldiers and police to prevent protests in Washington.

"What happened in the city last night was a total disgrace," the US President said.

"I am dispatching thousands and thousands of heavily armed soldiers, military personnel and law enforcement officers to stop the rioting, looting, vandalism, assaults and the wanton destruction of property." Trump declared. 
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UN rights chief Michelle Bachelet said that "protests triggered by the killing of George Floyd highlighted not only police violence against people of colour, but also inequalities in health, education, employment and endemic racial discrimination.

UN rights chief Michelle Bachelet said that "protests triggered by the killing of George Floyd highlighted not only police violence against people of colour, but also inequalities in health, education, employment and endemic racial discrimination." Also Read: EU 'shocked and appalled' by George Floyd's murder, calls it 'abuse of power' "This virus is exposing endemic inequalities that have too long been ignored," Bachelet asserted. We all have a responsibility to #FightRacism. #COVID19 or not, I call on everyone to take a stand, speak up and put an end to racism wherever present. — Michelle Bachelet (@mbachelet) June 2, 2020 × Police used tear gas against protesters outside the White House in Lafayette Park enraging the people. US presidential candidate Joe Biden hit at Trump for "using the American military against the American people" as the protests took political overtures ahead of the US elections in November. Watch Video: "He tear-gassed peaceful protesters and fired rubber bullets. For a photo," Biden tweeted, adding,"For our children, for the very soul of our country, we must defeat him." Trump had said earlier that he was deploying thousands of soldiers and police to prevent protests in Washington. "What happened in the city last night was a total disgrace," the US President said. "I am dispatching thousands and thousands of heavily armed soldiers, military personnel and law enforcement officers to stop the rioting, looting, vandalism, assaults and the wanton destruction of property." Trump declared.

US protests highlight inequalities and endemic racial discrimination: UN rights chief Michelle Bachelet

Mumbai's Dharavi area reported 25 new <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-has-left-lockdown-behind-will-get-our-growth-back-says-pm-modi-302546">coronavirus</a> cases with the total number of cases in the area rising to 1,830 with the death toll rising to 71.

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The Uttar Pradesh government said on Tuesday that 348 new coronavirus cases have been reported in the state with total death toll climbing to 223.

The Uttar Pradesh government said 119 out of 450 samples of migrant labourers tested positive for coronavirus.

Meanwhile, the Delhi government allowed markets to open after the lockdown which had come into effect on March 25.

"The number of cases in Delhi are increasing, but there's no need to worry about medical care for coronavirus patients," Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal said, while adding, "there are total 302 ventilators are available in Delhi out of which 210 are vacant."

"If a hospital refuses to provide a bed even when our app shows beds are available in that hospital, then a person can call on 1031. Our special secretary will take an action immediately and contact the hospital authorities," the Delhi chief minister assured residents during a video call.

Uttarakhand reported 41 new coronavirus cases with the total number of cases in the state rising to 999. The death toll due to coronavirus in the state has climbed to seven.

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Mumbai's Dharavi area reported 25 new coronavirus cases with the total number of cases in the area rising to 1,830 with the death toll rising to 71. Also Read: India's COVID-19 fatality rate at 2.

Mumbai's Dharavi area reported 25 new coronavirus cases with the total number of cases in the area rising to 1,830 with the death toll rising to 71. Also Read: India's COVID-19 fatality rate at 2.82%, ICMR conducting 1.2 lakh tests daily The Uttar Pradesh government said on Tuesday that 348 new coronavirus cases have been reported in the state with total death toll climbing to 223. The Uttar Pradesh government said 119 out of 450 samples of migrant labourers tested positive for coronavirus. Meanwhile, the Delhi government allowed markets to open after the lockdown which had come into effect on March 25. "The number of cases in Delhi are increasing, but there's no need to worry about medical care for coronavirus patients," Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal said, while adding, "there are total 302 ventilators are available in Delhi out of which 210 are vacant." "If a hospital refuses to provide a bed even when our app shows beds are available in that hospital, then a person can call on 1031. Our special secretary will take an action immediately and contact the hospital authorities," the Delhi chief minister assured residents during a video call. Uttarakhand reported 41 new coronavirus cases with the total number of cases in the state rising to 999. The death toll due to coronavirus in the state has climbed to seven.

Mumbai's Dharavi slum area reports 25 COVID-19 cases; markets open in Delhi

India's health ministry said that 73 per cent of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/covid-19-cases-cross-198-lakh-mark-in-india-death-toll-at-5598-302533">coronavirus</a> deaths in India were from people with co-morbidities.

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"10 per cent of India's population accounts for 50 per cent of India's coronavirus-linked deaths," health ministry official Lav Agrawal said.

The government said that the fatality rate in India due to coronavirus is 2.82 per cent which is one of the lowest in the world.

According to the health ministry, 95,527 coronavirus patients have recovered with the recovery rate being 48.07 per cent.

"We've been using indigenous platforms too for ramping up coronavirus testing capacity. Truenat screening and confirmatory tests have now been validated," the Indian Council of Medical Research(ICMR) said.

The ICMR added that RNA extraction kits are now available in good numbers with RT-PCR kits by 11-12 indigenous vendors now in use.

India's research institute said 1,20,000 tests are being conducted everyday with 681 laboratories approved for conducting coronavirus tests with 476 in the government sector and 205 in the private sector.

(With ANI inputs)

India's health ministry said that 73 per cent of coronavirus deaths in India were from people with co-morbidities. Watch Video: "10 per cent of India's population accounts for 50 per cent of India's coronavirus-linked deaths," health ministry official Lav Agrawal said.

India's health ministry said that 73 per cent of coronavirus deaths in India were from people with co-morbidities. Watch Video: "10 per cent of India's population accounts for 50 per cent of India's coronavirus-linked deaths," health ministry official Lav Agrawal said. The government said that the fatality rate in India due to coronavirus is 2.82 per cent which is one of the lowest in the world. According to the health ministry, 95,527 coronavirus patients have recovered with the recovery rate being 48.07 per cent. "We've been using indigenous platforms too for ramping up coronavirus testing capacity. Truenat screening and confirmatory tests have now been validated," the Indian Council of Medical Research(ICMR) said. The ICMR added that RNA extraction kits are now available in good numbers with RT-PCR kits by 11-12 indigenous vendors now in use. India's research institute said 1,20,000 tests are being conducted everyday with 681 laboratories approved for conducting coronavirus tests with 476 in the government sector and 205 in the private sector. (With ANI inputs)

COVID-19: India's fatality rate at 2.82%, ICMR conducting 1.2 lakh tests daily

India Meteorological Department (IMD) said today that deep depression in the Arabian Sea has intensified into&nbsp;cyclonic storm <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/mumbai-on-red-alert-as-cyclone-nisarga-to-strike-pandemic-hit-city-302509">Nisarga</a> due to arrive in Maharashtra and Gujarat coast on June 3.

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The IMD said it is likely to turn into a 'severe cyclonic storm' by tonight.

Meanwhile, reports said 15 teams of National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) have been deployed in Maharashtra to counter the cyclone.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a message said: "Took stock of the situation in the wake of cyclone conditions in parts of India’s western coast. Praying for everyone’s well-being. I urge people to take all possible precautions and safety measures."

Officials said that 20,000 people from villages near Gujarat coast are to be evacuated ahead of the cyclone with people living in Valsad and Navsari districts being shifted to safer areas.

Amid reports of the cyclone, reports said &nbsp;13 boats of fishermen from Palghar are still out in the sea after over 570 left with authorities making efforts to get them back.&nbsp;

Most of all the boats are back, authorities said even as the Maharashtra and Gurajat government sounded alerts with Vasai, Dahanu and Palghar areas where most fishermen live put on high alert.

India Meteorological Department (IMD) said today that deep depression in the Arabian Sea has intensified into cyclonic storm Nisarga due to arrive in Maharashtra and Gujarat coast on June 3.

India Meteorological Department (IMD) said today that deep depression in the Arabian Sea has intensified into cyclonic storm Nisarga due to arrive in Maharashtra and Gujarat coast on June 3. In Pictures: Cyclones before 'Amphan' that wrecked India's coast The IMD said it is likely to turn into a 'severe cyclonic storm' by tonight. Meanwhile, reports said 15 teams of National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) have been deployed in Maharashtra to counter the cyclone. Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a message said: "Took stock of the situation in the wake of cyclone conditions in parts of India’s western coast. Praying for everyone’s well-being. I urge people to take all possible precautions and safety measures." Officials said that 20,000 people from villages near Gujarat coast are to be evacuated ahead of the cyclone with people living in Valsad and Navsari districts being shifted to safer areas. Amid reports of the cyclone, reports said 13 boats of fishermen from Palghar are still out in the sea after over 570 left with authorities making efforts to get them back. Most of all the boats are back, authorities said even as the Maharashtra and Gurajat government sounded alerts with Vasai, Dahanu and Palghar areas where most fishermen live put on high alert.

Gujarat evacuates several districts ahead of cyclone Nisarga

The death toll in Russia due to <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/covid-19-cases-worldwide-cross-63-million-mark-death-toll-at-377404-302595">coronavirus </a>crossed 5,000 on Tuesday even as the country eased out of the lockdown and allowed several businesses to open.

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Russian health authorities reported 182 new fatalities in the last 24 taking the total death toll to 5,037. There were &nbsp;8,863 new infections taking the total number of infection cases to 423,741 which is the third highest in the world after the United States and Brazil.

Despite a drop in the number of virus cases, the country continues to grapple with the epidemic, although Russian President Putin last week had announced Russia would be hosting a parade on June 24 at Moscow's Red Square to celebrate the country's victory over Nazi Germany in World War-II.

Moscow which was the epicenter of the virus eased the lockdown which was in place since March 30 allowing residents to go out but they&nbsp;were allowed to take walks within two kilometers of their homes.

However, mass gatherings including cinemas, cafes and restaurants continue to remain shut.&nbsp;

On Monday, Putin, 67, had announced that Russia will vote on July 1 on constitutional reforms that could extend his rule beyond 2024 amid the coronavirus pandemic.

"As the situation with the pandemic improves we of course are returning to normal life, including the need to think about further work on amendments to the constitution," Putin said in a video call.

The death toll in Russia due to coronavirus crossed 5,000 on Tuesday even as the country eased out of the lockdown and allowed several businesses to open. Watch Video: Russian health authorities reported 182 new fatalities in the last 24 taking the total death toll to 5,037.

The death toll in Russia due to coronavirus crossed 5,000 on Tuesday even as the country eased out of the lockdown and allowed several businesses to open. Watch Video: Russian health authorities reported 182 new fatalities in the last 24 taking the total death toll to 5,037. There were 8,863 new infections taking the total number of infection cases to 423,741 which is the third highest in the world after the United States and Brazil. Despite a drop in the number of virus cases, the country continues to grapple with the epidemic, although Russian President Putin last week had announced Russia would be hosting a parade on June 24 at Moscow's Red Square to celebrate the country's victory over Nazi Germany in World War-II. Moscow which was the epicenter of the virus eased the lockdown which was in place since March 30 allowing residents to go out but they were allowed to take walks within two kilometers of their homes. However, mass gatherings including cinemas, cafes and restaurants continue to remain shut. On Monday, Putin, 67, had announced that Russia will vote on July 1 on constitutional reforms that could extend his rule beyond 2024 amid the coronavirus pandemic. "As the situation with the pandemic improves we of course are returning to normal life, including the need to think about further work on amendments to the constitution," Putin said in a video call.

COVID-19: Russia death toll crosses 5,000 as lockdown eases

Mumbai on Monday reported 1,413 new coronavirus cases and 40 deaths in the last 24 hours.

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The total number of coronavirus cases in the country's financial capital has now shot up to 40,877.

Madhya Pradesh on Monday recorded 194 more COVID-19 cases taking the total number of cases in the state to 8,283. The death toll due to the virus now stands at 358.

In Jharkhand, 26 new coronavirus cases were reported taking the total number of cases in the state to 661.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, in Uttar Pradesh 296 coronavirus cases were reported including five deaths in the last 24 hours. The total number of cases in the state now stands at 8,361 with the death toll climbing to 222.

The Himachal Pradesh health department said the total number of coronavirus cases in the state now stands at 340 with 213 active cases with five people having lost their lives to the virus.

In Assam, 73 new cases of COVID-19 cases were reported with the total number of cases in the state rising to 1,463 including 1,179 active cases and four deaths.

The Rajasthan Health Department said that 269 new coronavirus cases were reported taking the total number of positive cases in the state to 9,100.

Mumbai on Monday reported 1,413 new coronavirus cases and 40 deaths in the last 24 hours. Also Read: India's COVID-19 cases nearly 2 lakh; ICMR conducts more than 1 lakh tests The total number of coronavirus cases in the country's financial capital has now shot up to 40,877.

Mumbai on Monday reported 1,413 new coronavirus cases and 40 deaths in the last 24 hours. Also Read: India's COVID-19 cases nearly 2 lakh; ICMR conducts more than 1 lakh tests The total number of coronavirus cases in the country's financial capital has now shot up to 40,877. Madhya Pradesh on Monday recorded 194 more COVID-19 cases taking the total number of cases in the state to 8,283. The death toll due to the virus now stands at 358. In Jharkhand, 26 new coronavirus cases were reported taking the total number of cases in the state to 661. Meanwhile, in Uttar Pradesh 296 coronavirus cases were reported including five deaths in the last 24 hours. The total number of cases in the state now stands at 8,361 with the death toll climbing to 222. The Himachal Pradesh health department said the total number of coronavirus cases in the state now stands at 340 with 213 active cases with five people having lost their lives to the virus. In Assam, 73 new cases of COVID-19 cases were reported with the total number of cases in the state rising to 1,463 including 1,179 active cases and four deaths. The Rajasthan Health Department said that 269 new coronavirus cases were reported taking the total number of positive cases in the state to 9,100.

COVID-19: Mumbai records 40 deaths in last 24 hours; cases rise to over 40,000

The World Health Organization said today that the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/armenia-pm-nikol-pashinyan-tests-positive-for-coronavirus-as-cases-rise-302365">coronavirus</a> has "not become less pathogenic, it is not the case at all".

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"We need to be exceptionally careful not to create a sense that, all of a sudden, the virus, by its own volition, has now decided to be less pathogenic," WHO emergencies director Michael Ryan said at a virtual briefing.&nbsp;

The WHO's observations come after an Italian doctor said that COVID-19 infection was losing its potency and had become less lethal.

A doctor based in Milan in Italy Alberto Zangrillo had reportedly told a local television channel that "viral load in quantitative terms that was absolutely infinitesimal compared to the ones carried out a month or two months ago", while declaring that "the virus clinically no longer exists in Italy".

According to officials, however, Lombardy in the north remains the most affected region, with 16,131 deaths and 89,018 cases even as it recorded only 50 new cases on Monday.

Italy meanwhile recorded the lowest daily number of new cases since February 26. According to health officials, new cases increased by 178 in 24 hours with the number of infected cases rising to 233,197.&nbsp;

The country recorded 60 deaths in the last 24 hours with the total death toll climbing to 33,475 with 424 people in intensive care.

The World Health Organization said today that the coronavirus has "not become less pathogenic, it is not the case at all". Watch Video: "We need to be exceptionally careful not to create a sense that, all of a sudden, the virus, by its own volition, has now decided to be less pathogenic," WHO emergencies director Michael Ryan said at a virtual briefing.

The World Health Organization said today that the coronavirus has "not become less pathogenic, it is not the case at all". Watch Video: "We need to be exceptionally careful not to create a sense that, all of a sudden, the virus, by its own volition, has now decided to be less pathogenic," WHO emergencies director Michael Ryan said at a virtual briefing. The WHO's observations come after an Italian doctor said that COVID-19 infection was losing its potency and had become less lethal. A doctor based in Milan in Italy Alberto Zangrillo had reportedly told a local television channel that "viral load in quantitative terms that was absolutely infinitesimal compared to the ones carried out a month or two months ago", while declaring that "the virus clinically no longer exists in Italy". According to officials, however, Lombardy in the north remains the most affected region, with 16,131 deaths and 89,018 cases even as it recorded only 50 new cases on Monday. Italy meanwhile recorded the lowest daily number of new cases since February 26. According to health officials, new cases increased by 178 in 24 hours with the number of infected cases rising to 233,197. The country recorded 60 deaths in the last 24 hours with the total death toll climbing to 33,475 with 424 people in intensive care.

Coronavirus epidemic hasn't become less pathogenic, warns WHO

Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden is scheduled to meet with community leaders in Wilmington, Delaware, a day after visiting a nearby site after <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/twitters-blue-bird-goes-black-to-show-solidarity-with-protestors-in-the-us-302400">protests</a> rocked the area.

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There were protests across cities in the United States country over race and policing sparked by the death of a black man, George Floyd, in Minneapolis police

George Floyd's death raised an outcry over excessive police force and racism.

Biden had said earlier that protesting against police brutality was necessary "but burning down communities and needless destruction is not."

Biden will also speak to US mayors.

Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden is scheduled to meet with community leaders in Wilmington, Delaware, a day after visiting a nearby site after protests rocked the area.

Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden is scheduled to meet with community leaders in Wilmington, Delaware, a day after visiting a nearby site after protests rocked the area. Watch Video: There were protests across cities in the United States country over race and policing sparked by the death of a black man, George Floyd, in Minneapolis police George Floyd's death raised an outcry over excessive police force and racism. Biden had said earlier that protesting against police brutality was necessary "but burning down communities and needless destruction is not." Biden will also speak to US mayors.

Biden to visit community leaders in Delaware amid US protests

Amid the China-India standoff along the Line of Actual Control(LAC) in Ladakh, China's foreign ministry said the situation at the border is "stable".

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"Currently the overall situation along the China-India border is stable and controllable. Both diplomatic and military communication channels between China and India on the border issue are open," foreign ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian said.

Amid the standoff, US secretary of state Mike Pompeo said, "The Chinese Communist Party has been on this effort, on this march, for an awfully long time. They'll certainly use a tactical situation on the ground to their advantage. But each of the problems identified there are threats that they have been making for an awfully long time, adding, "threats like the one that is happening on its border with India, they have been making for an awfully long time," Pompeo said.

"China has been implementing the consensus between the two countries' leaders. We have been committed to upholding our national sovereignty, security as well as stability along the border," Zhao said.

Meanwhile, external affairs ministry spokesperson Anurag Srivastava said: "We are engaged with the Chinese side to peacefully resolve it."

Amid the China-India standoff along the Line of Actual Control(LAC) in Ladakh, China's foreign ministry said the situation at the border is "stable". Watch Video: "Currently the overall situation along the China-India border is stable and controllable.

Amid the China-India standoff along the Line of Actual Control(LAC) in Ladakh, China's foreign ministry said the situation at the border is "stable". Watch Video: "Currently the overall situation along the China-India border is stable and controllable. Both diplomatic and military communication channels between China and India on the border issue are open," foreign ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian said. Amid the standoff, US secretary of state Mike Pompeo said, "The Chinese Communist Party has been on this effort, on this march, for an awfully long time. They'll certainly use a tactical situation on the ground to their advantage. But each of the problems identified there are threats that they have been making for an awfully long time, adding, "threats like the one that is happening on its border with India, they have been making for an awfully long time," Pompeo said. "China has been implementing the consensus between the two countries' leaders. We have been committed to upholding our national sovereignty, security as well as stability along the border," Zhao said. Meanwhile, external affairs ministry spokesperson Anurag Srivastava said: "We are engaged with the Chinese side to peacefully resolve it."

Border situation with India stable and controllable: China

The Gujarat government today ordered the evacuation of people living in low-lying areas and deployed National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) in various districts with cyclonic storm Nisarga predicted to hit the area.

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India Meteorological Department (IMD) warned that a cyclonic storm may occur in the next 36 hours.

The weather department said the cyclonic storm will cross north Maharashtra and south Gujarat coasts late in the evening on June 3.

National Disaster Response Force has also been deployed in Maharashtra in Mumbai, Palghar, Thane, Raigad, Ratnagiri, and Sindhudurg.

"It is very likely to move nearly northwards initially till June 2 morning and then recurve north-northeastwards and cross north Maharashtra and south Gujarat coasts between Harihareshwar (Raigad, Maharashtra) and Daman during evening/night of June 3," the IMD said.

The IMD said it will "impact" Mumbai as well. The weather forecaster added that on June 3 when it passes the coast, the wind speeds will be 105-110 kmph accompanied by heavy rains in south Gujarat and coastal Maharashtra.

The Gujarat government today ordered the evacuation of people living in low-lying areas and deployed National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) in various districts with cyclonic storm Nisarga predicted to hit the area.

The Gujarat government today ordered the evacuation of people living in low-lying areas and deployed National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) in various districts with cyclonic storm Nisarga predicted to hit the area. Watch Video: India Meteorological Department (IMD) warned that a cyclonic storm may occur in the next 36 hours. The weather department said the cyclonic storm will cross north Maharashtra and south Gujarat coasts late in the evening on June 3. National Disaster Response Force has also been deployed in Maharashtra in Mumbai, Palghar, Thane, Raigad, Ratnagiri, and Sindhudurg. "It is very likely to move nearly northwards initially till June 2 morning and then recurve north-northeastwards and cross north Maharashtra and south Gujarat coasts between Harihareshwar (Raigad, Maharashtra) and Daman during evening/night of June 3," the IMD said. The IMD said it will "impact" Mumbai as well. The weather forecaster added that on June 3 when it passes the coast, the wind speeds will be 105-110 kmph accompanied by heavy rains in south Gujarat and coastal Maharashtra.

Maharashtra, Gujarat on alert over cyclonic storm Nisarga

Transport minister Nitin Gadkari said today that the cabinet has approved the road map for implementing two packages for MSMEs which includes Rs 20,000 crore package for distressed <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/government-changes-definition-of-msmes-pm-modi-says-will-empower-entrepreneurs-298496">MSMEs</a> and Rs 50,000 crore equity infusion through Fund of Funds.

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Prakash Javadekar said that the cabinet has approved Rs 20,000 crore subordinate debt for stressed MSMEs which will benefit 2 lakh stressed MSMEs.

"The turnover limit for medium enterprises has been further amended to Rs 250 crore and investment limit has been raised to Rs 50 crore," Javadekar added.

The government said it was hiking the Minimum Support Price(MSP) of paddy by Rs 53 per quintal to Rs 1,868 per quintal for the 2020-21 crop year.&nbsp;

The Union cabinet also approved an increase in the MSP of 14 Kharif crops. Information &amp; Broadcasting minister Prakash Javadekar said the increased MSP will ensure price which will be 50 per cent to 83 per cent more than the cost of production.

The government also increased MSP for cotton by Rs 260 to Rs 5,515 per quintal for 2020-21.&nbsp;

"The farmers will get more time to repay their loans, till August,"&nbsp;Union minister Narendra Tomar asserted.

Transport minister Nitin Gadkari said today that the cabinet has approved the road map for implementing two packages for MSMEs which includes Rs 20,000 crore package for distressed MSMEs and Rs 50,000 crore equity infusion through Fund of Funds.

Transport minister Nitin Gadkari said today that the cabinet has approved the road map for implementing two packages for MSMEs which includes Rs 20,000 crore package for distressed MSMEs and Rs 50,000 crore equity infusion through Fund of Funds. Watch Video: Prakash Javadekar said that the cabinet has approved Rs 20,000 crore subordinate debt for stressed MSMEs which will benefit 2 lakh stressed MSMEs. "The turnover limit for medium enterprises has been further amended to Rs 250 crore and investment limit has been raised to Rs 50 crore," Javadekar added. The government said it was hiking the Minimum Support Price(MSP) of paddy by Rs 53 per quintal to Rs 1,868 per quintal for the 2020-21 crop year. The Union cabinet also approved an increase in the MSP of 14 Kharif crops. Information & Broadcasting minister Prakash Javadekar said the increased MSP will ensure price which will be 50 per cent to 83 per cent more than the cost of production. The government also increased MSP for cotton by Rs 260 to Rs 5,515 per quintal for 2020-21. "The farmers will get more time to repay their loans, till August," Union minister Narendra Tomar asserted.

Government pushes to revive MSMEs amid COVID-19 crisis

Iran's health ministry said today that nearly 3,000 new coronavirus infections were detected in the country which is the highest daily rise in two months.

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"People seem to think the coronavirus is over... some officials also believe everything is back to normal," said Iran's health minister Saeed Namaki said, adding,"the coronavirus is not only far from over, but we could at any moment see (another) dangerous peak."

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The government had said on Sunday that the number of cases in the country had crossed 150,000 as the country continued to battle against the virus.

On Sunday, Iran ministry spokesman Kianoush Jahanpour had said that &nbsp;2,516 new cases were confirmed across the country in the past 24 hours.

The government had reimposed a lockdown in Khuzestan province on Iran's southwestern border with Iraq declaring the area a Red Zone.

The country had recorded over 7,700 deaths till Sunday. Health minister Saeed Namaki had said earlier that the situation was "completely stable" in all but four provinces. 
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Iran's health ministry said today that nearly 3,000 new coronavirus infections were detected in the country which is the highest daily rise in two months. Also Read: Russia to start administering 'game changer' drug to treat coronavirus patients "People seem to think the coronavirus is over.

Iran's health ministry said today that nearly 3,000 new coronavirus infections were detected in the country which is the highest daily rise in two months. Also Read: Russia to start administering 'game changer' drug to treat coronavirus patients "People seem to think the coronavirus is over... some officials also believe everything is back to normal," said Iran's health minister Saeed Namaki said, adding,"the coronavirus is not only far from over, but we could at any moment see (another) dangerous peak." Watch Video: The government had said on Sunday that the number of cases in the country had crossed 150,000 as the country continued to battle against the virus. On Sunday, Iran ministry spokesman Kianoush Jahanpour had said that 2,516 new cases were confirmed across the country in the past 24 hours. The government had reimposed a lockdown in Khuzestan province on Iran's southwestern border with Iraq declaring the area a Red Zone. The country had recorded over 7,700 deaths till Sunday. Health minister Saeed Namaki had said earlier that the situation was "completely stable" in all but four provinces.

'Could see dangerous peak any moment': Iran records sudden rise in coronavirus cases

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