The Iran government said on Tuesday that the death toll due to <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/covid-19-spain-records-567-new-deaths-as-death-toll-crosses-18000-292450">coronavirus</a> fell to double figures for the first time in a month.

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"Unfortunately, we lost 98 of our compatriots infected with the disease... but after a month of waiting, this is the first day that the death toll has been double figures," health ministry spokesman Kianoush Jahanpour said.

In Iran, 4,683 people have died due to COVID-19.

"We hope that this path will continue with your ongoing cooperation" in observing health guidelines aimed at stopping the spread of the virus," the health ministry spokesman said as the number of deaths per day showed improvement for the first time in weeks.

The total number of infected cases in the country has now risen to 74,877 with 48,129 of those hospitalized recovered and been discharged, the health ministry spokesman informed.

Iran had announced its first COVID-19 case on February 19 since then the country has announced the closure of schools but hasn't gone in for a complete lockdown like several other countries. 
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The Iran government said on Tuesday that the death toll due to coronavirus fell to double figures for the first time in a month. Also Read: IMF approves debt relief for 25 poor countries to help them address coronavirus "Unfortunately, we lost 98 of our compatriots infected with the disease.

The Iran government said on Tuesday that the death toll due to coronavirus fell to double figures for the first time in a month. Also Read: IMF approves debt relief for 25 poor countries to help them address coronavirus "Unfortunately, we lost 98 of our compatriots infected with the disease... but after a month of waiting, this is the first day that the death toll has been double figures," health ministry spokesman Kianoush Jahanpour said. In Iran, 4,683 people have died due to COVID-19. "We hope that this path will continue with your ongoing cooperation" in observing health guidelines aimed at stopping the spread of the virus," the health ministry spokesman said as the number of deaths per day showed improvement for the first time in weeks. The total number of infected cases in the country has now risen to 74,877 with 48,129 of those hospitalized recovered and been discharged, the health ministry spokesman informed. Iran had announced its first COVID-19 case on February 19 since then the country has announced the closure of schools but hasn't gone in for a complete lockdown like several other countries.

Coronavirus death toll below 100 for first time in month: Iran

India's health ministry said today that it has received another installment for RT-PCR kits which essentially means that it can cover the crisis&nbsp;for a long period of time.

"Additionally, we are ordering close to about 33 lakh kits for RT-PCR and 37 lakh rapid kits are expected to come at any point in time," R Gangakhedkar of Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), said.

On Monday, ICMR tested 2,31,902 samples of COVID-19, it informed

India's health ministry official said till now 1,036 people have been cured of the virus and 179 people were diagnosed on Monday and cured.

"5.29 crore beneficiaries have been given free ration of food grains under Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Ann Yojana. 3,985 MT of pulses have been dispatched to various states and union territories for distribution," finance ministry official said.

India's Prime Minister Modi on Tuesday extended the countrywide lockdown till May 3 as coronavirus continued to rise in the country.

The Uttar Pradesh government announced that it has recorded 657 coronavirus cases in the country which includes at least 49 who were cured of the virus and eight people who died.

India's health ministry said today that it has received another installment for RT-PCR kits which essentially means that it can cover the crisis for a long period of time.

India's health ministry said today that it has received another installment for RT-PCR kits which essentially means that it can cover the crisis for a long period of time. "Additionally, we are ordering close to about 33 lakh kits for RT-PCR and 37 lakh rapid kits are expected to come at any point in time," R Gangakhedkar of Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), said. On Monday, ICMR tested 2,31,902 samples of COVID-19, it informed India's health ministry official said till now 1,036 people have been cured of the virus and 179 people were diagnosed on Monday and cured. "5.29 crore beneficiaries have been given free ration of food grains under Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Ann Yojana. 3,985 MT of pulses have been dispatched to various states and union territories for distribution," finance ministry official said. India's Prime Minister Modi on Tuesday extended the countrywide lockdown till May 3 as coronavirus continued to rise in the country. The Uttar Pradesh government announced that it has recorded 657 coronavirus cases in the country which includes at least 49 who were cured of the virus and eight people who died.

1,036 people have been cured of the virus: India's health ministry

Spain on Tuesday reported 567 new deaths in the last 24 hours due to<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/angry-trump-denies-plan-to-axe-coronavirus-doctor-but-signals-new-fights-292340"> coronavirus</a> with the total death toll going beyond&nbsp;18,000.

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The number deaths due to coronavirus in Spain has risen to 18,056.

The number of new infections rose by 1.8 per cent to 172,541 cases, according to the health ministry.

Spain had imposed a lockdown on March 14 after COVID-19 cases began to spiral in the country. It is now the third-highest death toll due to the virus after the United States and Italy.

On Monday, construction and manufacturing sector workers began to return to work as the daily death rate showed a fall and the government decided to resume some economic activity. On March 30, all non-essentials activity was blocked by the government as the country began to register a high death toll.

Despite the improvement, health officials have warned people to observe strict guidelines laid down earlier.

The government has distributed 10 million masks this week with at least 4,500 police, Red Cross volunteers and security guards handing them out at 1,500 locations across the country. 
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Spain on Tuesday reported 567 new deaths in the last 24 hours due to coronavirus with the total death toll going beyond 18,000. Also Read: France extends lockdown as countries see hope of virus peak The number deaths due to coronavirus in Spain has risen to 18,056.

Spain on Tuesday reported 567 new deaths in the last 24 hours due to coronavirus with the total death toll going beyond 18,000. Also Read: France extends lockdown as countries see hope of virus peak The number deaths due to coronavirus in Spain has risen to 18,056. The number of new infections rose by 1.8 per cent to 172,541 cases, according to the health ministry. Spain had imposed a lockdown on March 14 after COVID-19 cases began to spiral in the country. It is now the third-highest death toll due to the virus after the United States and Italy. On Monday, construction and manufacturing sector workers began to return to work as the daily death rate showed a fall and the government decided to resume some economic activity. On March 30, all non-essentials activity was blocked by the government as the country began to register a high death toll. Despite the improvement, health officials have warned people to observe strict guidelines laid down earlier. The government has distributed 10 million masks this week with at least 4,500 police, Red Cross volunteers and security guards handing them out at 1,500 locations across the country.

COVID-19: Spain records 567 new deaths as death toll crosses 18,000

France reported 574 new deaths in the past 24 hours taking the total number of deaths due to <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-is-10-times-deadlier-than-swine-flu-who-292313">coronavirus</a> near 15,000 on Monday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/covid-19-italy-records-566-new-deaths-as-toll-crosses-20000-292318">Also Read:&nbsp;Italy records 566 new deaths as toll crosses 20,000</a>

There are now 14,867 deaths due to COVID-19 in the country. French authorities said 335 deaths occurred in hospitals, while 239 deaths were recorded in nursing homes.

The total number of infected cases in France stands at 133,685, according to Johns Hopkins coronavirus resource center. Italy, Spain, and France have been hit hard due to the virus in Europe followed by Germany.

As the virus spreads, President Macron in a televised address is set to tell the nation that the lockdown would continue. On Sunday, the country reported 315 deaths which was lower than Saturday as 345 people had died.&nbsp;

Although the number of patients in intensive care has fallen, the country continues to stare at a bleak picture with officials warning that it would take weeks or even months before the situation can come back to normal even as French media reported that the country could be lockdown next month as well.

France reported 574 new deaths in the past 24 hours taking the total number of deaths due to coronavirus near 15,000 on Monday. Also Read: Italy records 566 new deaths as toll crosses 20,000 There are now 14,867 deaths due to COVID-19 in the country.

France reported 574 new deaths in the past 24 hours taking the total number of deaths due to coronavirus near 15,000 on Monday. Also Read: Italy records 566 new deaths as toll crosses 20,000 There are now 14,867 deaths due to COVID-19 in the country. French authorities said 335 deaths occurred in hospitals, while 239 deaths were recorded in nursing homes. The total number of infected cases in France stands at 133,685, according to Johns Hopkins coronavirus resource center. Italy, Spain, and France have been hit hard due to the virus in Europe followed by Germany. As the virus spreads, President Macron in a televised address is set to tell the nation that the lockdown would continue. On Sunday, the country reported 315 deaths which was lower than Saturday as 345 people had died. Although the number of patients in intensive care has fallen, the country continues to stare at a bleak picture with officials warning that it would take weeks or even months before the situation can come back to normal even as French media reported that the country could be lockdown next month as well.

France reports 574 new deaths as COVID-19 death toll nears 15,000

As the number of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/worst-is-over-says-new-york-governor-as-covid-19-death-toll-crosses-10000-292316">coronavirus</a> cases increases in Russia, President Putin told officials that the next few weeks would be "decisive".

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"The situation is changing practically every day, and unfortunately not for the better," Putin told officials through a video conference. The Russian president acknowledged there were shortages but vowed to put things in control.

Russia reported 2,500 new infections in one-day alarming officials including the Russian president. There are 18,328 coronavirus cases in the country with 148 deaths.

"I know there's not always enough of that and of course here we need additional measures to get rid of all these shortages," the president said while adding that the country's defence ministry would be pressed into service if necessary.

Meanwhile, Russian authorities on Monday began to issue digital permits to reduce violations of the coronavirus lockdown. Moscow has been under lockdown since March 30 even as hospital authorities said they were fast approaching exhaustion levels.

The country's capital has now become the epicenter of the virus with 11,513 confirmed cases and 82 deaths.

As the number of coronavirus cases increases in Russia, President Putin told officials that the next few weeks would be "decisive". Also Read: Worst is over, says New York governor as COVID-19 death toll crosses 10,000 "The situation is changing practically every day, and unfortunately not for the better," Putin told officials through a video conference.

As the number of coronavirus cases increases in Russia, President Putin told officials that the next few weeks would be "decisive". Also Read: Worst is over, says New York governor as COVID-19 death toll crosses 10,000 "The situation is changing practically every day, and unfortunately not for the better," Putin told officials through a video conference. The Russian president acknowledged there were shortages but vowed to put things in control. Russia reported 2,500 new infections in one-day alarming officials including the Russian president. There are 18,328 coronavirus cases in the country with 148 deaths. "I know there's not always enough of that and of course here we need additional measures to get rid of all these shortages," the president said while adding that the country's defence ministry would be pressed into service if necessary. Meanwhile, Russian authorities on Monday began to issue digital permits to reduce violations of the coronavirus lockdown. Moscow has been under lockdown since March 30 even as hospital authorities said they were fast approaching exhaustion levels. The country's capital has now become the epicenter of the virus with 11,513 confirmed cases and 82 deaths.

Situation changing practically every day, Putin on COVID-19 crisis in Russia

Italy on Monday reported 566 new deaths due to <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-is-10-times-deadlier-than-swine-flu-who-292313">coronavirus </a>taking the total death toll over 20,000.

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The country, however, registered a drop in patients in the intensive care unit from 4,068 on April 3 to 3,260 on April 13, showing a general trend towards improvement in combating the virus.

Italy now has 20,465 recorded cases of total deaths due to COVID-19.

The country has 156,363 cases of coronavirus but the number of infection cases has been dropping steadily.

On Sunday, Italy had reported the lowest COVID-19 death toll in over three weeks. The country reported 431 deaths which was the lowest since March 19.

Amid the lockdown in the country, Pope Francis conducted Good Friday procession in an empty Saint Peter's Square. Several priests and at least a hundred doctors have reportedly died due to coronavirus in Italy.

Pope Francis offered Easter Sunday prayer for those killed due to the virus.

"Today my thoughts turn in the first place to the many who have been directly affected by the coronavirus: the sick, those who have died and family members who mourn the loss of their loved ones, to whom, in some cases, they were unable even to bid a final farewell," the Pope said in a livestreamed message from Saint Peter's Basilica.

Italy on Monday reported 566 new deaths due to coronavirus taking the total death toll over 20,000. Also Read: Spain's coronavirus death toll falls to 517 in 24 hours The country, however, registered a drop in patients in the intensive care unit from 4,068 on April 3 to 3,260 on April 13, showing a general trend towards improvement in combating the virus.

Italy on Monday reported 566 new deaths due to coronavirus taking the total death toll over 20,000. Also Read: Spain's coronavirus death toll falls to 517 in 24 hours The country, however, registered a drop in patients in the intensive care unit from 4,068 on April 3 to 3,260 on April 13, showing a general trend towards improvement in combating the virus. Italy now has 20,465 recorded cases of total deaths due to COVID-19. The country has 156,363 cases of coronavirus but the number of infection cases has been dropping steadily. On Sunday, Italy had reported the lowest COVID-19 death toll in over three weeks. The country reported 431 deaths which was the lowest since March 19. Amid the lockdown in the country, Pope Francis conducted Good Friday procession in an empty Saint Peter's Square. Several priests and at least a hundred doctors have reportedly died due to coronavirus in Italy. Pope Francis offered Easter Sunday prayer for those killed due to the virus. "Today my thoughts turn in the first place to the many who have been directly affected by the coronavirus: the sick, those who have died and family members who mourn the loss of their loved ones, to whom, in some cases, they were unable even to bid a final farewell," the Pope said in a livestreamed message from Saint Peter's Basilica.

COVID-19: Italy records 566 new deaths as toll crosses 20,000

As the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-is-10-times-deadlier-than-swine-flu-who-292313">coronavirus</a> death toll in New York crossed 10,000, Governor Andrew Cuomo declared on Monday that the "worst is over".

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"I believe we can now start on the path to normalcy," the New York governor said as he informed that said his administration was working on a plan to gradually reopen the economy.

Cuomo informed that 671 people had died in the last 24 hours as the total COVID-19 death toll in New York reached 10,056.&nbsp;

New York Mayor Bill de Blasio had said earlier that public schools in New York would remain shut until the end of the school period.

"There is nothing easy about this decision," the mayor said. However, Governor Cuomo said he had the authority to take that call.

"You can't make a decision just within New York City without coordinating that decision with the whole metropolitan region, because it all works together," Cuomo said.

New York state, with 19 million people, has registered more than 170,000 coronavirus&nbsp;cases even as the whole of United States reported 558,999 cases which is the highest in the world. Italy has the most number of cases after the US with&nbsp;169, 496 confirmed COVID-19 cases.

Meanwhile, Adriana Heguy, a geneticist at NYU Grossman School of Medicine who led the research, told AFP that the virus spread in the city after identifying local samples from Europe.

As the coronavirus death toll in New York crossed 10,000, Governor Andrew Cuomo declared on Monday that the "worst is over". Also Read: Spain's coronavirus death toll falls to 517 in 24 hours "I believe we can now start on the path to normalcy," the New York governor said as he informed that said his administration was working on a plan to gradually reopen the economy.

As the coronavirus death toll in New York crossed 10,000, Governor Andrew Cuomo declared on Monday that the "worst is over". Also Read: Spain's coronavirus death toll falls to 517 in 24 hours "I believe we can now start on the path to normalcy," the New York governor said as he informed that said his administration was working on a plan to gradually reopen the economy. Cuomo informed that 671 people had died in the last 24 hours as the total COVID-19 death toll in New York reached 10,056. New York Mayor Bill de Blasio had said earlier that public schools in New York would remain shut until the end of the school period. "There is nothing easy about this decision," the mayor said. However, Governor Cuomo said he had the authority to take that call. "You can't make a decision just within New York City without coordinating that decision with the whole metropolitan region, because it all works together," Cuomo said. New York state, with 19 million people, has registered more than 170,000 coronavirus cases even as the whole of United States reported 558,999 cases which is the highest in the world. Italy has the most number of cases after the US with 169, 496 confirmed COVID-19 cases. Meanwhile, Adriana Heguy, a geneticist at NYU Grossman School of Medicine who led the research, told AFP that the virus spread in the city after identifying local samples from Europe.

Worst is over, says New York governor as COVID-19 death toll crosses 10,000

First China exported<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/spains-coronavirus-death-toll-falls-to-517-in-24-hours-292251"> coronavirus</a>, now it is looking to control businesses that have been hit by the virus.

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China is exporting exotic animals, the ones that were being sold in the wet markets. The wet markets which had supposedly been shut by the Chinese government. The markets which have been called "disease incubators". Far from dissuading trade in such animals, the Chinese government is incentivising it.

The Chinese government is offering tax rebates to traders of such meats. After the coronavirus outbreak, China had announced a ban on wet markets but, the announcement wasn't followed by action. A case in point - traders in Guilin, in south-west China reopened the market as the government eased coronavirus restrictions.

In fact, all over the country, the wet markets are making a comeback. In fact, the Chinese traders are being offered incentives to grow their business. The focus has now shifted on export. According to a report, Chinese authorities are now offering a nine per cent rebate on export of animal products.

The tax break is for the trade of edible snakes, turtles, primate meat, Beaver, civet musk and Rhino horns. China has turned a problem into an opportunity. It banned sale and consumption of wild animals in February but now it wants to export them.

The coronavirus outbreak in Wuhan was linked to the Huanan seafood market, it was quickly shut down. Today, the public has no access to the site. A Chinese spokesperson had termed these markets a health risk. A statement was issued that said: "the prominent problem of recklessly eating wild animals and its potential risk to public health have aroused wide public concern".

Now, China is exporting the same problem while wildlife trade is a minor component of exports from China - the tax breaks could help it grow.

Most of China's live reptile exports go to Vietnam. South Korea, Japan, Hong Kong, and Indonesia too import a small number of reptiles. Chinese wet markets are often called "disease incubators". These are places where animals are slaughtered and sold. Many people flock to these markets, mainly because the items sold there are cheap.

But, these markets are dangerous, the presence of live and dead animals in such conditions facilitates the transfer of diseases from animals to humans.

In 2003, researchers in Hong Kong had identified civets as a potential source of SARS - a disease that killed around 800 people around the world. China didn't stop wildlife trade then. There were repeated warnings, but Beijing paid no heed to them.&nbsp;

Seventeen years later, China is doing the same thing again. What's worse, it is now trying to export these potential carriers of the disease to the rest of the world.

First China exported coronavirus, now it is looking to control businesses that have been hit by the virus. Also Read: Quarantine measures taken according to law, says China amid racism row against Africans in Guangzhou China is exporting exotic animals, the ones that were being sold in the wet markets.

First China exported coronavirus, now it is looking to control businesses that have been hit by the virus. Also Read: Quarantine measures taken according to law, says China amid racism row against Africans in Guangzhou China is exporting exotic animals, the ones that were being sold in the wet markets. The wet markets which had supposedly been shut by the Chinese government. The markets which have been called "disease incubators". Far from dissuading trade in such animals, the Chinese government is incentivising it. The Chinese government is offering tax rebates to traders of such meats. After the coronavirus outbreak, China had announced a ban on wet markets but, the announcement wasn't followed by action. A case in point - traders in Guilin, in south-west China reopened the market as the government eased coronavirus restrictions. In fact, all over the country, the wet markets are making a comeback. In fact, the Chinese traders are being offered incentives to grow their business. The focus has now shifted on export. According to a report, Chinese authorities are now offering a nine per cent rebate on export of animal products. The tax break is for the trade of edible snakes, turtles, primate meat, Beaver, civet musk and Rhino horns. China has turned a problem into an opportunity. It banned sale and consumption of wild animals in February but now it wants to export them. The coronavirus outbreak in Wuhan was linked to the Huanan seafood market, it was quickly shut down. Today, the public has no access to the site. A Chinese spokesperson had termed these markets a health risk. A statement was issued that said: "the prominent problem of recklessly eating wild animals and its potential risk to public health have aroused wide public concern". Now, China is exporting the same problem while wildlife trade is a minor component of exports from China - the tax breaks could help it grow. Most of China's live reptile exports go to Vietnam. South Korea, Japan, Hong Kong, and Indonesia too import a small number of reptiles. Chinese wet markets are often called "disease incubators". These are places where animals are slaughtered and sold. Many people flock to these markets, mainly because the items sold there are cheap. But, these markets are dangerous, the presence of live and dead animals in such conditions facilitates the transfer of diseases from animals to humans. In 2003, researchers in Hong Kong had identified civets as a potential source of SARS - a disease that killed around 800 people around the world. China didn't stop wildlife trade then. There were repeated warnings, but Beijing paid no heed to them. Seventeen years later, China is doing the same thing again. What's worse, it is now trying to export these potential carriers of the disease to the rest of the world.

Now, China gives tax rebate to traders on export of animal products

Just hours after <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/tamil-nadu-extends-lockdown-till-april-30-as-government-identifies-146-hotspots-in-india-292256">Tamil Nadu</a>, Puducherry and Arunachal Pradesh on Monday announced extension of lockdown till April 30.

"Cabinet has approved lockdown extension in Puducherry till April 30," chief minister V. Narayanasamy said.

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"The state cabinet met today and&nbsp;decided to extend lockdown till April 30 with exemptions," Arunachal Pradesh chief minister Pema Khandu announced.

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The "exemptions" include officials&nbsp;to attend offices with 50 per cent officers on a "rotational basis".

The Arunachal Pradesh chief minister announced that all state transport buses will function intra-district with 50 per cent occupancy, however, no weekly market has been permitted.

The chief minister allowed construction and infrastructure-related work as well as industries to function with the DC's permission "but only with the available workforce in the state."

In Pathankot, four more persons tested positive for the virus on Monday. In Madhya Pradesh, three more coronavirus cases were detected in Bhopal today, taking the total number of cases in the state capital to 142.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, the West Bengal state government announced that there were&nbsp;110 active coronavirus cases and seven deaths due to the virus.

In Kasmir, 25 more coronavirus cases were reported with the total number of cases in the Union Territory (UT) rising to 270.

Just hours after Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Arunachal Pradesh on Monday announced extension of lockdown till April 30. "Cabinet has approved lockdown extension in Puducherry till April 30," chief minister V.

Just hours after Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Arunachal Pradesh on Monday announced extension of lockdown till April 30. "Cabinet has approved lockdown extension in Puducherry till April 30," chief minister V. Narayanasamy said. Also Read: Three healthcare workers confirmed with coronavirus in Delhi's Ganga Ram Hospital "The state cabinet met today and decided to extend lockdown till April 30 with exemptions," Arunachal Pradesh chief minister Pema Khandu announced. The state cabinet met today & decided to extend lock down till 30th April with exemptions. Here are few exemptions. #IndiaFightsCorona @PMOIndia @ArunachalCMO @MoHFW_INDIA https://t.co/di2uezIiGc — Pema Khandu (@PemaKhanduBJP) April 13, 2020 × The "exemptions" include officials to attend offices with 50 per cent officers on a "rotational basis". The Arunachal Pradesh chief minister announced that all state transport buses will function intra-district with 50 per cent occupancy, however, no weekly market has been permitted. The chief minister allowed construction and infrastructure-related work as well as industries to function with the DC's permission "but only with the available workforce in the state." In Pathankot, four more persons tested positive for the virus on Monday. In Madhya Pradesh, three more coronavirus cases were detected in Bhopal today, taking the total number of cases in the state capital to 142. Meanwhile, the West Bengal state government announced that there were 110 active coronavirus cases and seven deaths due to the virus. In Kasmir, 25 more coronavirus cases were reported with the total number of cases in the Union Territory (UT) rising to 270.

Puducherry, Arunachal Pradesh announce lockdown extension

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Reports suggest that two websites published papers and removed pages referring to new policy required for the academic papers dealing with COVID-19. &nbsp;

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According to the company,&nbsp;the reason behind the delay is its heavy reliance&nbsp;on volunteers who are currently overwhelmed dealing with the pandemic.

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UK's spy agencies MI6 and MI5 alerted China that a rise in imported cases could spark a second wave of COVID-19 and push the country back into a state of near paralysis.

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Ignoring the risk to their own life, medical&nbsp;professionals are working relentlessly and prioritising their duty.

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Amid reports of Africans being discriminated in China's Guangzhou over the&nbsp;spread of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/spains-coronavirus-death-toll-falls-to-517-in-24-hours-292251">coronavirus</a>, the foreign ministry said that all "quarantine measures were taken according to relevant laws."

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China's foreign ministry had earlier acknowledged that there had been some "misunderstandings" with the African community amid reports of racism.

"I want to emphasise that the Chinese government treats all foreigners in China equally," said spokesman Zhao Lijian while urging officials to "improve their working mechanisms".

The US State Department hit out at China saying: "It's unfortunate but not surprising to see this kind of xenophobia towards Africans by Chinese authorities."

The US State Department had issued an alert advising African-Americans, or those with potential contact with African nationals to avoid Guangzhou.

Reports said eight people had tested positive for the virus in "Little Africa" in the city's Yuexiu district with widespread anger reported after some claimed Nigerian nationals had broken mandatory quarantine rules.

As a result, nearly 2,000 people they came into contact with had to be tested for COVID-19 or undergo quarantine, state media said.

Last week, Guangzhou reported 114 imported coronavirus cases with 16 from Africans.

Amid reports of Africans being discriminated in China's Guangzhou over the spread of coronavirus, the foreign ministry said that all "quarantine measures were taken according to relevant laws.

Amid reports of Africans being discriminated in China's Guangzhou over the spread of coronavirus, the foreign ministry said that all "quarantine measures were taken according to relevant laws." Also Read: Chinese father designs space suit for two-year-old to shield him from coronavirus China's foreign ministry had earlier acknowledged that there had been some "misunderstandings" with the African community amid reports of racism. "I want to emphasise that the Chinese government treats all foreigners in China equally," said spokesman Zhao Lijian while urging officials to "improve their working mechanisms". The US State Department hit out at China saying: "It's unfortunate but not surprising to see this kind of xenophobia towards Africans by Chinese authorities." The US State Department had issued an alert advising African-Americans, or those with potential contact with African nationals to avoid Guangzhou. Reports said eight people had tested positive for the virus in "Little Africa" in the city's Yuexiu district with widespread anger reported after some claimed Nigerian nationals had broken mandatory quarantine rules. As a result, nearly 2,000 people they came into contact with had to be tested for COVID-19 or undergo quarantine, state media said. Last week, Guangzhou reported 114 imported coronavirus cases with 16 from Africans.

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Kerala on Monday reported three new <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/sonia-gandhi-writes-to-pm-modi-on-covid-19-raises-issue-of-migrant-workers-292273">coronavirus</a> cases even as the state government said that 15,683 samples have been tested, out of which 14,829 have tested negative.

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"The number of coronavirus cases is decreasing and negative cases increasing," Kerala chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan said.

In Delhi, three healthcare workers of Sir Ganga Ram Hospital tested positive for the virus while 112 healthcare staff have tested negative, the hospital informed while underlying that coronavirus tests were conducted on all 115 healthcare workers who were quarantined two weeks ago.

Meanwhile, the Delhi Police said that it has quarantined the coronavirus carriers of Tablighi Jamaat.

"Majority were directly taken to quarantine center from Markaz. It helped in containing the virus. We have also registered a case," Delhi Police Commissioner SN Srivastava said.

Sixty-five doctors and health workers at the trauma center of King George's Medical University (KGMU) have been kept in quarantine&nbsp;as a precautionary measure after a 64-year-old man tested positive for COVID-19 in Uttar Pradesh.

In Punjab, six more coronavirus cases were reported with the number of cases rising to 176 in the state.&nbsp;

(With ANI inputs)

Kerala on Monday reported three new coronavirus cases even as the state government said that 15,683 samples have been tested, out of which 14,829 have tested negative.

Kerala on Monday reported three new coronavirus cases even as the state government said that 15,683 samples have been tested, out of which 14,829 have tested negative. Also Read: Tamil Nadu extends lockdown till April 30 as government identifies 146 hotspots "The number of coronavirus cases is decreasing and negative cases increasing," Kerala chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan said. In Delhi, three healthcare workers of Sir Ganga Ram Hospital tested positive for the virus while 112 healthcare staff have tested negative, the hospital informed while underlying that coronavirus tests were conducted on all 115 healthcare workers who were quarantined two weeks ago. Meanwhile, the Delhi Police said that it has quarantined the coronavirus carriers of Tablighi Jamaat. "Majority were directly taken to quarantine center from Markaz. It helped in containing the virus. We have also registered a case," Delhi Police Commissioner SN Srivastava said. Sixty-five doctors and health workers at the trauma center of King George's Medical University (KGMU) have been kept in quarantine as a precautionary measure after a 64-year-old man tested positive for COVID-19 in Uttar Pradesh. In Punjab, six more coronavirus cases were reported with the number of cases rising to 176 in the state. (With ANI inputs)

Three healthcare workers confirmed with coronavirus in Delhi's Ganga Ram Hospital

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