The WHO's response to <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/no-time-to-waste-singular-focus-stopping-the-coronavirus-pandemic-who-292690">coronavirus</a> was delayed and inadequate. It has faced a barrage of criticism and now it is facing action.

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America has cut the funding of the World Health Organisation, last week, the US President Donald Trump had called the WHO "China centric". On Tuesday night, he decided to hold back funds.

Everybody knows what's going on there, says the US president. His criticism matters because America is the largest contributor to the WHO.

The biggest donor last year, America gave more than $400 million to the international health body. That was around 15 per cent of the WHO budget. China was the second largest contributor.

The Xi government gave about $86 million in the last financial year to the WHO. Now, the fact is Donald Trump should be the last one to preach about timely action and his own list of failures is fairly long.

But in this case, his criticism of the WHO is fair and accurate. Government officials and health experts the world over have raised serious questions about the WHO or downplaying this crisis for moving too slowly and for bending over backwards for China.

In Japan, the deputy prime minister began referring to the WHO as the "Chinese health organisation". The deputy prime minister.

The government of Taiwan says that the WHO ignored its early warnings. Do their charges have merit? &nbsp;

On January 14, the WHO tweeted preliminary investigations by China found no human-to-human transmission of the coronavirus.

The WHO was caught napping because that very day, the Wuhan health commission issued a public bulletin. It said the possibility of human-to-human transmission "cannot be ruled out."

What does this make of the World Health Organisation? they were caught sleeping at the wheel. Then we have Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, the WHO director-general.&nbsp;

His leadership or more precisely the lack of it has been criticised. Instead of calling out China for the cover-up, he has showered praise on China.

In January, Dr Tedros visited China. He met with Chinese President Xi Jinping and praised China for "setting a new standard for outbreak response."

Almost 45 days later, the same standard lead to more than one lakh infections in almost every continent of the world. It certainly is a new standard. Our investigations have revealed why Dr Tedros won't say a word against China.

Beijing supported his candidature for the post of director-general. In 2017, Beijing had helped Dr Tedros win the election. This is being called quid pro quo-- a favour for a favour.&nbsp;

In the last three months, Dr Tedros has repeatedly praised Xi Jinping. At the same time, he has been quick to criticise other governments. Two examples stand out - Taiwan and the United States of America - both were slammed by him.

The matter finally came to a head last week. Donald Trump unleashed a barrage of criticism against the WHO.&nbsp;

In March, the WHO made an appeal to raise $675 million to help fight the pandemic, now they are reportedly planning a fresh appeal for $1 billion dollars.

The WHO's response to coronavirus was delayed and inadequate. It has faced a barrage of criticism and now it is facing action. Also Read: Global situation is grim, US decision on WHO will undermine cooperation, says China America has cut the funding of the World Health Organisation, last week, the US President Donald Trump had called the WHO "China centric".

The WHO's response to coronavirus was delayed and inadequate. It has faced a barrage of criticism and now it is facing action. Also Read: Global situation is grim, US decision on WHO will undermine cooperation, says China America has cut the funding of the World Health Organisation, last week, the US President Donald Trump had called the WHO "China centric". On Tuesday night, he decided to hold back funds. Everybody knows what's going on there, says the US president. His criticism matters because America is the largest contributor to the WHO. The biggest donor last year, America gave more than $400 million to the international health body. That was around 15 per cent of the WHO budget. China was the second largest contributor. The Xi government gave about $86 million in the last financial year to the WHO. Now, the fact is Donald Trump should be the last one to preach about timely action and his own list of failures is fairly long. But in this case, his criticism of the WHO is fair and accurate. Government officials and health experts the world over have raised serious questions about the WHO or downplaying this crisis for moving too slowly and for bending over backwards for China. In Japan, the deputy prime minister began referring to the WHO as the "Chinese health organisation". The deputy prime minister. The government of Taiwan says that the WHO ignored its early warnings. Do their charges have merit? On January 14, the WHO tweeted preliminary investigations by China found no human-to-human transmission of the coronavirus. The WHO was caught napping because that very day, the Wuhan health commission issued a public bulletin. It said the possibility of human-to-human transmission "cannot be ruled out." What does this make of the World Health Organisation? they were caught sleeping at the wheel. Then we have Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, the WHO director-general. His leadership or more precisely the lack of it has been criticised. Instead of calling out China for the cover-up, he has showered praise on China. In January, Dr Tedros visited China. He met with Chinese President Xi Jinping and praised China for "setting a new standard for outbreak response." Almost 45 days later, the same standard lead to more than one lakh infections in almost every continent of the world. It certainly is a new standard. Our investigations have revealed why Dr Tedros won't say a word against China. Beijing supported his candidature for the post of director-general. In 2017, Beijing had helped Dr Tedros win the election. This is being called quid pro quo-- a favour for a favour. In the last three months, Dr Tedros has repeatedly praised Xi Jinping. At the same time, he has been quick to criticise other governments. Two examples stand out - Taiwan and the United States of America - both were slammed by him. The matter finally came to a head last week. Donald Trump unleashed a barrage of criticism against the WHO. In March, the WHO made an appeal to raise $675 million to help fight the pandemic, now they are reportedly planning a fresh appeal for $1 billion dollars.

How China deceived WHO chief Tedros over coronavirus

Tamil Nadu on Wednesday reported 38 more <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/maharashtra-reports-117-new-coronavirus-cases-66-from-mumbai-292652">coronavirus</a> cases taking the total number of cases to 1, 242 which included 1,113 people who attended the event in Delhi's Nizamuddin area last month.

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J&amp;K also reported more COVID-19 cases with four from Jammu and 18 from Kashmir taking the total number of cases to 300.

In a major relief for the Uttarakhand government, no new coronavirus cases were reported today with the total number of cases now at 37.

Chandigarh reported 21 cases of the virus as 115 people tested positive for coronavirus in Himachal Pradesh today. The state health department said.

West Bengal reported 12 new cases of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours taking the number of active cases to 132. Seven people have died due to the virus in the state.

 
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Tamil Nadu on Wednesday reported 38 more coronavirus cases taking the total number of cases to 1, 242 which included 1,113 people who attended the event in Delhi's Nizamuddin area last month.

Tamil Nadu on Wednesday reported 38 more coronavirus cases taking the total number of cases to 1, 242 which included 1,113 people who attended the event in Delhi's Nizamuddin area last month. Also Read: 11,933 COVID-19 cases in India, 392 deaths J&K also reported more COVID-19 cases with four from Jammu and 18 from Kashmir taking the total number of cases to 300. In a major relief for the Uttarakhand government, no new coronavirus cases were reported today with the total number of cases now at 37. Chandigarh reported 21 cases of the virus as 115 people tested positive for coronavirus in Himachal Pradesh today. The state health department said. West Bengal reported 12 new cases of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours taking the number of active cases to 132. Seven people have died due to the virus in the state.

Tamil Nadu reports 38 more coronavirus cases; 1,242 confirmed cases

The death toll due to <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/country-remains-at-mercy-of-covid-19-finland-opens-helsinki-region-292666">coronavirus</a> in the United Kingdom rose to 12,868 as 761 died due to the virus in the last 24 hours.

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The UK health ministry said that those infected with COVID-19 has now reached 98,476.

Amid the rising death toll, UK's opposition urged the government to come up with a plan to ease the lockdown both to provide hope and avoid "mistakes" of the past.

"People need hope, they need to know there's light at the end of the tunnel," Labour's Keir Starmer said.

"If (mass) testing is part of the answer, then we now know that plans need to be in place to ramp up testing," Stramer added.

The UK government hasn't clearly stated its plans even as the country continues to grapple with the virus. UK is among other nations hit hard with the virus. Italy, Spain and Germany have been struggling with rising infections and death toll even as sevearl countries in the EU have been considering easing the lockdown amid slow drop of cases and hospitalisations.

The death toll due to coronavirus in the United Kingdom rose to 12,868 as 761 died due to the virus in the last 24 hours. Also Read: Will receive 3 million units of paracetamol from India, says UK The UK health ministry said that those infected with COVID-19 has now reached 98,476.

The death toll due to coronavirus in the United Kingdom rose to 12,868 as 761 died due to the virus in the last 24 hours. Also Read: Will receive 3 million units of paracetamol from India, says UK The UK health ministry said that those infected with COVID-19 has now reached 98,476. Amid the rising death toll, UK's opposition urged the government to come up with a plan to ease the lockdown both to provide hope and avoid "mistakes" of the past. "People need hope, they need to know there's light at the end of the tunnel," Labour's Keir Starmer said. "If (mass) testing is part of the answer, then we now know that plans need to be in place to ramp up testing," Stramer added. The UK government hasn't clearly stated its plans even as the country continues to grapple with the virus. UK is among other nations hit hard with the virus. Italy, Spain and Germany have been struggling with rising infections and death toll even as sevearl countries in the EU have been considering easing the lockdown amid slow drop of cases and hospitalisations.

UK reports 761 deaths in 24 hours as COVID-19 death toll crosses 12,800

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After US President Trump froze funding to the World Health Organization(WHO), director-general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said that the international health body's "singular focus is on working to serve all people to save lives and stop the COVID-19 pandemic.

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The total infections in the country has now risen to 76,389. The government said 49,933 people who were hospitalized have recovered.

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Amazon said on Wednesday it may temporarily shut its warehouses in France after a court ordered the company to limit deliveries in the country to essential goods like food and medical supplies, reported news agency Reuters.

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Finland continues to keep its schools shut and has banned public gatherings. Marin reiterated that 'the country remains at the mercy of the virus'.&nbsp;

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Abe recently&nbsp;unveiled a stimulus package he described as among the world`s biggest to soften the economic blow.

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After US President Trump decided to stop funding the WHO, China on Wednesday said that it was "seriously concerned about the US announcement".

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Authorities around the world are&nbsp;using technology to&nbsp;track exposure and enforce quarantines.

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Trump said the WHO had "failed in its basic duty and it must be held accountable". He said it promoted China's "disinformation" about the virus that likely led to a wider outbreak.

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Global airline industry's passenger revenues have dropped by $314 billion in 2020, due to the outbreak of COVID-19 --&nbsp;25 per cent&nbsp;more than previously forecast.

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No time to waste, singular focus stopping the coronavirus pandemic: WHO After US President Trump froze funding to the World Health Organization(WHO), director-general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said that the international health body's "singular focus is on working to serve all people to save lives and stop the COVID-19 pandemic.

No time to waste, singular focus stopping the coronavirus pandemic: WHO After US President Trump froze funding to the World Health Organization(WHO), director-general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said that the international health body's "singular focus is on working to serve all people to save lives and stop the COVID-19 pandemic. Iran reports coronavirus deaths below 100 for second consecutive day The total infections in the country has now risen to 76,389. The government said 49,933 people who were hospitalized have recovered. Amazon says it may close French warehouses after court ruling Amazon said on Wednesday it may temporarily shut its warehouses in France after a court ordered the company to limit deliveries in the country to essential goods like food and medical supplies, reported news agency Reuters. 'Country remains at mercy of COVID-19': Finland opens Helsinki region Finland continues to keep its schools shut and has banned public gatherings. Marin reiterated that 'the country remains at the mercy of the virus'. Japan's $1 trillion coronavirus stimulus to lift GDP by 3.8%, says Abe Abe recently unveiled a stimulus package he described as among the world`s biggest to soften the economic blow. Global situation is grim, US decision on WHO will undermine cooperation: China After US President Trump decided to stop funding the WHO, China on Wednesday said that it was "seriously concerned about the US announcement". Google and Apple collaborate to track coronavirus pandemic Authorities around the world are using technology to track exposure and enforce quarantines. Dangerous step in the wrong direction: Global reaction to Trump withdrawing WHO funding Trump said the WHO had "failed in its basic duty and it must be held accountable". He said it promoted China's "disinformation" about the virus that likely led to a wider outbreak. COVID-19 outbreak could cost global airline industry up to $314bn, predicts IATA Global airline industry's passenger revenues have dropped by $314 billion in 2020, due to the outbreak of COVID-19 -- 25 per cent more than previously forecast. How countries with female leaders are faring better than others during global pandemic? The success of these and other women-led governments in dealing with a global pandemic is all the more noteworthy, given that women make up less than 7 per cent of world leaders.

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Mumbai on Wednesday reported 183 new <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/will-receive-3-million-units-of-paracetamol-from-india-uk-292674">coronavirus</a> cases and two more deaths taking the death toll due to the virus to 113.

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There are now 1,936 infected cases of COVID-19 in the city. The officials said 181 patients have been treated and discharged from the hospital.

Meanwhile, the Mumbai police said that it has arrested a man in Dharavi who was illegally hoarding 81,000 surgical masks and seized stocks worth Rs 12,15,000.

As the number of coronavirus cases continued to rise, union health minister Harsh Vardhan said that the next "two-three weeks are going to be the most crucial in handling the coronavirus pandemic particularly in India".

Mumbai on Wednesday reported 183 new coronavirus cases and two more deaths taking the death toll due to the virus to 113. Also Read: Bats might have transmitted COVID-19 to pangolins: ICMR There are now 1,936 infected cases of COVID-19 in the city.

Mumbai on Wednesday reported 183 new coronavirus cases and two more deaths taking the death toll due to the virus to 113. Also Read: Bats might have transmitted COVID-19 to pangolins: ICMR There are now 1,936 infected cases of COVID-19 in the city. The officials said 181 patients have been treated and discharged from the hospital. Meanwhile, the Mumbai police said that it has arrested a man in Dharavi who was illegally hoarding 81,000 surgical masks and seized stocks worth Rs 12,15,000. As the number of coronavirus cases continued to rise, union health minister Harsh Vardhan said that the next "two-three weeks are going to be the most crucial in handling the coronavirus pandemic particularly in India".

Mumbai records 183 new coronavirus cases, 2 more deaths; 1,936 total infected cases

Lt Governor Anil Baijal said on Wednesday that Delhi will use "plasma technique"&nbsp;for treatment on a trial basis to save lives of critical <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/bats-might-have-transmitted-covid-19-to-pangolins-and-it-got-transmitted-to-humans-icmr-292660">coronavirus</a> patients.

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"Advised all to strictly adhere to the guidelines and protocols issued by the Union health ministry while dealing with coronavirus patients," Baijal said.

Kerala chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan said that only one new coronavirus case was reported in the state today.

The total number of coronavirus cases in the state has now reached 387 with 167 active cases.

Meanwhile, the Punjab government announced that two more coronavirus cases were reported from Patiala and Sangrur. The total number of coronavirus cases in the state has now reached 186. The number of active cases has reached 146 which includes 13 deaths due to the virus.

As the number of COVID-19 cases continued to rise in the country, India's health minister said: "Bihar isn't in so much trouble right now but definitely Maharashtra is in a bit of trouble particularly Mumbai and also Karnataka."

(With ANI inputs)

Lt Governor Anil Baijal said on Wednesday that Delhi will use "plasma technique" for treatment on a trial basis to save lives of critical coronavirus patients. Also Read: Will receive 3 million units of paracetamol from India, says UK "Advised all to strictly adhere to the guidelines and protocols issued by the Union health ministry while dealing with coronavirus patients," Baijal said.

Lt Governor Anil Baijal said on Wednesday that Delhi will use "plasma technique" for treatment on a trial basis to save lives of critical coronavirus patients. Also Read: Will receive 3 million units of paracetamol from India, says UK "Advised all to strictly adhere to the guidelines and protocols issued by the Union health ministry while dealing with coronavirus patients," Baijal said. Kerala chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan said that only one new coronavirus case was reported in the state today. The total number of coronavirus cases in the state has now reached 387 with 167 active cases. Meanwhile, the Punjab government announced that two more coronavirus cases were reported from Patiala and Sangrur. The total number of coronavirus cases in the state has now reached 186. The number of active cases has reached 146 which includes 13 deaths due to the virus. As the number of COVID-19 cases continued to rise in the country, India's health minister said: "Bihar isn't in so much trouble right now but definitely Maharashtra is in a bit of trouble particularly Mumbai and also Karnataka." (With ANI inputs)

Delhi to use plasma technique on trial basis for COVID-19 patients: Lt Governor Anil Baijal

After US President Trump froze funding to the World Health Organization(WHO), director-general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said that the international health body's "singular focus is on working to serve all people to save lives and stop the COVID-19 pandemic."

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In a statement on Wednesday, the White House had said that President Trump was "halting funding of the World Health Organization" while a review is conducted to assess "WHO's role in mismanaging the coronavirus outbreak."

The move was criticised by several nations including China and Russia. The virus which originated from Wuhan has now engulfed the world, China reacting to the US move said the situation is grim and it will hamper cooperation at a time when the virus is making rapid strides.

"China is seriously concerned about the US announcement to suspend funding for the World Health Organization" -- Chinese foreign ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian said.

"The US government's decision to suspend funding to WHO is deeply regrettable," African Union commission chairman Moussa Faki Mahamat said, even as German foreign minister Heiko Maas said blaming others won't help, adding that "the virus knows no borders."

Russian deputy foreign minister Sergei Ryabkovs said: "It is a sign of the very selfish approach of the US authorities to what is happening in the world due to the pandemic."

"Such a blow to this organization just when the international community is looking towards it... is a step worthy of condemnation and every reproach," it added.&nbsp;

After US President Trump froze funding to the World Health Organization(WHO), director-general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said that the international health body's "singular focus is on working to serve all people to save lives and stop the COVID-19 pandemic.

After US President Trump froze funding to the World Health Organization(WHO), director-general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said that the international health body's "singular focus is on working to serve all people to save lives and stop the COVID-19 pandemic." There is no time to waste. @WHO’s singular focus is on working to serve all people to save lives and stop the #COVID19 pandemic. https://t.co/08xlv7HLC4 — Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus (@DrTedros) April 15, 2020 × In a statement on Wednesday, the White House had said that President Trump was "halting funding of the World Health Organization" while a review is conducted to assess "WHO's role in mismanaging the coronavirus outbreak." The move was criticised by several nations including China and Russia. The virus which originated from Wuhan has now engulfed the world, China reacting to the US move said the situation is grim and it will hamper cooperation at a time when the virus is making rapid strides. "China is seriously concerned about the US announcement to suspend funding for the World Health Organization" -- Chinese foreign ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian said. "The US government's decision to suspend funding to WHO is deeply regrettable," African Union commission chairman Moussa Faki Mahamat said, even as German foreign minister Heiko Maas said blaming others won't help, adding that "the virus knows no borders." Russian deputy foreign minister Sergei Ryabkovs said: "It is a sign of the very selfish approach of the US authorities to what is happening in the world due to the pandemic." "Such a blow to this organization just when the international community is looking towards it... is a step worthy of condemnation and every reproach," it added.

No time to waste, singular focus stopping the coronavirus pandemic: WHO

The Iran government said on Wednesday that new deaths from the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/country-remains-at-mercy-of-covid-19-finland-opens-helsinki-region-292666">coronavirus</a> remained in double figures for the second consecutive day.

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Iran's health ministry said 94 people died due to COVID-19 in the country in the last 24 hours with the death toll due to the virus climbing to 4,777.

The total infections in the country has now risen to 76,389. The government said 49,933 people who were hospitalised have recovered.

Although Iran hasn't lockdown the country, but it has shut schools and asked people to stay off the streets in a bid to combat the virus.

With the economy in doldrums due to the US sanction, President Rouhani said the country was fighting both the "disease and unemployment at the same time".

Iran had forecast that its economy would contract by 7.2 per cent in the year to March 21, however, its stock exchange has been rising even though the country's growth path has been largely hampered due to the virus and the US sanctions.

Iran has requested a $5 billion emergency loan from the International Monetary Fund to battle the coronavirus outbreak

The Iran government said on Wednesday that new deaths from the coronavirus remained in double figures for the second consecutive day. Also Read: Google and Apple collaborate to track coronavirus pandemic Iran's health ministry said 94 people died due to COVID-19 in the country in the last 24 hours with the death toll due to the virus climbing to 4,777.

The Iran government said on Wednesday that new deaths from the coronavirus remained in double figures for the second consecutive day. Also Read: Google and Apple collaborate to track coronavirus pandemic Iran's health ministry said 94 people died due to COVID-19 in the country in the last 24 hours with the death toll due to the virus climbing to 4,777. The total infections in the country has now risen to 76,389. The government said 49,933 people who were hospitalised have recovered. Although Iran hasn't lockdown the country, but it has shut schools and asked people to stay off the streets in a bid to combat the virus. With the economy in doldrums due to the US sanction, President Rouhani said the country was fighting both the "disease and unemployment at the same time". Iran had forecast that its economy would contract by 7.2 per cent in the year to March 21, however, its stock exchange has been rising even though the country's growth path has been largely hampered due to the virus and the US sanctions. Iran has requested a $5 billion emergency loan from the International Monetary Fund to battle the coronavirus outbreak

Iran reports coronavirus deaths below 100 for second consecutive day

The <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/russias-main-defence-export-body-donates-2-million-for-pm-cares-fund-292642">UK</a> government said today that will to receive nearly three million units of paracetamol following talks with India.&nbsp;

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"It will arrive in the next two weeks and will be stocked in the UK’s leading supermarkets," the UK government said.

Meanwhile, the West Bengal government informed today that 12 new coronavirus cases were reported in the state, taking the total number of active cases to 132. Seven people have died due to the virus in West Bengal.

The railway ministry informed today that over 20,400 tonnes of consignments have been loaded since the start of parcel trains during the lockdown period.

"Presently these trains are being operated on 65 routes, 507 trains have run till April 14," the Railways said.

The Steel Authority of India (SAIL) said today that it has set up a coronavirus testing lab at Rourkela steel plant’s Ispat General Hospital (IGH).

The move was lauded by union minister of steel Dharmendra Pradhan who said that the new testing facility by SAIL at Rourkela will strengthen Odisha's fight against the pandemic. &nbsp;&nbsp;

"Our collective 'ispati irada' will see us through these challenging times," Dharmendra Pradhan said. 
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The UK government said today that will to receive nearly three million units of paracetamol following talks with India. Also Read: Ministry of Ayush issues advisory on immunity-enhancing steps "It will arrive in the next two weeks and will be stocked in the UK’s leading supermarkets," the UK government said.

The UK government said today that will to receive nearly three million units of paracetamol following talks with India. Also Read: Ministry of Ayush issues advisory on immunity-enhancing steps "It will arrive in the next two weeks and will be stocked in the UK’s leading supermarkets," the UK government said. Meanwhile, the West Bengal government informed today that 12 new coronavirus cases were reported in the state, taking the total number of active cases to 132. Seven people have died due to the virus in West Bengal. The railway ministry informed today that over 20,400 tonnes of consignments have been loaded since the start of parcel trains during the lockdown period. "Presently these trains are being operated on 65 routes, 507 trains have run till April 14," the Railways said. The Steel Authority of India (SAIL) said today that it has set up a coronavirus testing lab at Rourkela steel plant’s Ispat General Hospital (IGH). The move was lauded by union minister of steel Dharmendra Pradhan who said that the new testing facility by SAIL at Rourkela will strengthen Odisha's fight against the pandemic. "Our collective 'ispati irada' will see us through these challenging times," Dharmendra Pradhan said.

Will receive 3 million units of paracetamol from India: UK

Finland on Wednesday announced it was lifting its blockade in capital Helsinki even though PM Sanna Marin acknowledged that the "<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/first-case-of-coronavirus-tranmission-from-a-dead-body-confirmed-by-scientists-292616">epidemic </a>is not yet under control".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/amid-coronavirus-enforced-lockdown-uk-to-face-sharpest-economic-downturn-in-centuries-292602">Also Read:&nbsp;UK to face sharpest economic downturn in centuries</a>

"Some regions have seen higher levels of spread than in Uusimaa," PM Marin said&nbsp;while warning that residents should continue avoiding travel.

There 3,161 confirmed cases of coronavirus in the country with 64 people having lost their lives due to the virus. The numbers are considerably less than other nations in Europe namely Italy, Spain and France where thousands of people have been affected with the death toll rising rapidly each day.

Finland continues to keep its schools shut and has banned public gatherings. Marin reiterated that "the country remains at the mercy of the virus."&nbsp;

The country's health chief had earlier asked citizens to wear masks when outdoors.

"I recommend that people wear fabric masks to protect others from possible infection," Markku Tervahauta said according to the WHO guidelines.

Tervahauta asserted that authorities cannot monitor the quality of the fabric of the masks which Fins can make themselves at home.

Finland on Wednesday announced it was lifting its blockade in capital Helsinki even though PM Sanna Marin acknowledged that the "epidemic is not yet under control".

Finland on Wednesday announced it was lifting its blockade in capital Helsinki even though PM Sanna Marin acknowledged that the "epidemic is not yet under control". Also Read: UK to face sharpest economic downturn in centuries "Some regions have seen higher levels of spread than in Uusimaa," PM Marin said while warning that residents should continue avoiding travel. There 3,161 confirmed cases of coronavirus in the country with 64 people having lost their lives due to the virus. The numbers are considerably less than other nations in Europe namely Italy, Spain and France where thousands of people have been affected with the death toll rising rapidly each day. Finland continues to keep its schools shut and has banned public gatherings. Marin reiterated that "the country remains at the mercy of the virus." The country's health chief had earlier asked citizens to wear masks when outdoors. "I recommend that people wear fabric masks to protect others from possible infection," Markku Tervahauta said according to the WHO guidelines. Tervahauta asserted that authorities cannot monitor the quality of the fabric of the masks which Fins can make themselves at home.

'Country remains at mercy of COVID-19': Finland opens Helsinki region

India's health ministry said today that districts in the country will be divided into three categories as the country fights the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/coronavirus-found-in-indian-bats-not-evidently-connected-to-covid-19-292562">coronavirus </a>pandemic.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/maharashtra-reports-117-new-coronavirus-cases-66-from-mumbai-292652">Also Read:&nbsp;Maharashtra reports 117 new coronavirus cases, 66 from Mumbai</a>

The classification will be based on "hotspot districts", "non-hotspot districts" where cases are being reported and green zone districts.

"We also conducted surveillance, in which we found that there are two types of bats, and they carried coronavirus which was not capable of affecting humans. It's rare, maybe once in 1,000 years that it gets transmitted from bats to humans," Indian Council of Medical Research's (CMR)&nbsp;Gangakhedkar said during the press conference.

"As per research in China, it was found that coronavirus might have originated due to mutation in bats. Bats might have transmitted it to pangolins, from pangolins it got transmitted to humans," Gangakhedkar added.

Meanwhile, Arunachal Pradesh chief minister Pema Khandu informed that the first coronavirus case of Arunachal has tested negative today after conducting the third test.

"He was kept in isolation for 13 days, under the observation of doctors. Repeat sample is being collected today again," the Arunachal chief minister informed.

(With ANI inputs)

India's health ministry said today that districts in the country will be divided into three categories as the country fights the coronavirus pandemic. Also Read: Maharashtra reports 117 new coronavirus cases, 66 from Mumbai The classification will be based on "hotspot districts", "non-hotspot districts" where cases are being reported and green zone districts.

India's health ministry said today that districts in the country will be divided into three categories as the country fights the coronavirus pandemic. Also Read: Maharashtra reports 117 new coronavirus cases, 66 from Mumbai The classification will be based on "hotspot districts", "non-hotspot districts" where cases are being reported and green zone districts. "We also conducted surveillance, in which we found that there are two types of bats, and they carried coronavirus which was not capable of affecting humans. It's rare, maybe once in 1,000 years that it gets transmitted from bats to humans," Indian Council of Medical Research's (CMR) Gangakhedkar said during the press conference. "As per research in China, it was found that coronavirus might have originated due to mutation in bats. Bats might have transmitted it to pangolins, from pangolins it got transmitted to humans," Gangakhedkar added. Meanwhile, Arunachal Pradesh chief minister Pema Khandu informed that the first coronavirus case of Arunachal has tested negative today after conducting the third test. "He was kept in isolation for 13 days, under the observation of doctors. Repeat sample is being collected today again," the Arunachal chief minister informed. (With ANI inputs)

Bats might have transmitted COVID-19 to pangolins and it got transmitted to humans: ICMR

Maharashtra on Monday reported 117 new cases with 66 from Mumbai and 44 from Pune with the total number of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/take-steps-to-avoid-a-repeat-of-bandra-railway-station-gathering-sharad-pawar-to-govt-292612">coronavirus</a> cases numbering 2,801 in the state.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-agrees-to-export-hcq-to-malaysia-to-help-fight-covid-19-292634">Also Read: India agrees to export HCQ to Malaysia to help fight COVID-19</a>

The Gujarat administration declared that there were no coronavirus symptoms found in chief minister Vijay Rupani even as Rajasthan reported 12 more coronavirus cases on Wednesday.

In Rajasthan, COVID-19 cases were reported from Jaipur, Dausa, Nagaur, Tonk, and Jhunjhun.

Meanwhile, the Delhi High Court ordered that the functioning of the courts subordinate to High Court shall continue to remain suspended till May 3&nbsp;which is the date for the extended period of the lockdown announced by PM Modi on Tuesday.

Meanwhile, in Delhi, Union Health minister Harsh Vardhan held a high level meeting through video conferencing with WHO officials on measures to combat the virus.

Maharashtra on Monday reported 117 new cases with 66 from Mumbai and 44 from Pune with the total number of coronavirus cases numbering 2,801 in the state. Also Read: India agrees to export HCQ to Malaysia to help fight COVID-19 The Gujarat administration declared that there were no coronavirus symptoms found in chief minister Vijay Rupani even as Rajasthan reported 12 more coronavirus cases on Wednesday.

Maharashtra on Monday reported 117 new cases with 66 from Mumbai and 44 from Pune with the total number of coronavirus cases numbering 2,801 in the state. Also Read: India agrees to export HCQ to Malaysia to help fight COVID-19 The Gujarat administration declared that there were no coronavirus symptoms found in chief minister Vijay Rupani even as Rajasthan reported 12 more coronavirus cases on Wednesday. In Rajasthan, COVID-19 cases were reported from Jaipur, Dausa, Nagaur, Tonk, and Jhunjhun. Meanwhile, the Delhi High Court ordered that the functioning of the courts subordinate to High Court shall continue to remain suspended till May 3 which is the date for the extended period of the lockdown announced by PM Modi on Tuesday. Meanwhile, in Delhi, Union Health minister Harsh Vardhan held a high level meeting through video conferencing with WHO officials on measures to combat the virus.

Maharashtra reports 117 new coronavirus cases, 66 from Mumbai

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