As New York continued to reel under the coronavirus strain, the New York Police Department announced the first coronavirus death among its ranks last week, with several more infected, according to reports.

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Custodial Assistant Dennis Dickson a veteran of 14 years became NYPD's first casualty of the&nbsp;coronavirus. At least three deaths have occurred in NYPD due to COVID-19.

To make matters worse, Police Commissioner Dermot Shea said that the number of confirmed NYPD COVID-19 cases is expected to spike on Monday morning to around 900.

“We know that those numbers are going to continually grow,” Shea said as New York battles with the virus. “We’re looking at both sides of the spectrum, quite frankly: what is the current sick rate as officers are still becoming infected? And when is that beginning to plateau?”

Shea informed that the number of officers hit by the virus was around 5,000, or nearly 14 per cent of the force.

Doctors and nurses too have been hit by the virus as they attempt to bring the situation under control, however, with the medical staff in the city at forefront of the war on the virus it has put an unbelievable strain on the staff.

Last week, Kious Kelly, Mount Sinai nurse manager died after being hit by the virus leading to heartbreak among the staff.

According to Johns Hopkins coronavirus resource centre tracker, there are 142,328 cases of the virus in the US with New York being the epicentre.

New York City has reported 672 deaths so far with the number set to rise exponentially with US scientist Dr. Anthony Fauci predicting that the novel coronavirus could claim as many as 200,000 lives in the United States.

As New York continued to reel under the coronavirus strain, the New York Police Department announced the first coronavirus death among its ranks last week, with several more infected, according to reports.

As New York continued to reel under the coronavirus strain, the New York Police Department announced the first coronavirus death among its ranks last week, with several more infected, according to reports. Also Read: 100,000 or lesser casualties a good number for US, says Trump Custodial Assistant Dennis Dickson a veteran of 14 years became NYPD's first casualty of the coronavirus. At least three deaths have occurred in NYPD due to COVID-19. To make matters worse, Police Commissioner Dermot Shea said that the number of confirmed NYPD COVID-19 cases is expected to spike on Monday morning to around 900. “We know that those numbers are going to continually grow,” Shea said as New York battles with the virus. “We’re looking at both sides of the spectrum, quite frankly: what is the current sick rate as officers are still becoming infected? And when is that beginning to plateau?” Shea informed that the number of officers hit by the virus was around 5,000, or nearly 14 per cent of the force. Doctors and nurses too have been hit by the virus as they attempt to bring the situation under control, however, with the medical staff in the city at forefront of the war on the virus it has put an unbelievable strain on the staff. Last week, Kious Kelly, Mount Sinai nurse manager died after being hit by the virus leading to heartbreak among the staff. According to Johns Hopkins coronavirus resource centre tracker, there are 142,328 cases of the virus in the US with New York being the epicentre. New York City has reported 672 deaths so far with the number set to rise exponentially with US scientist Dr. Anthony Fauci predicting that the novel coronavirus could claim as many as 200,000 lives in the United States.

14% NYPD officers hit by coronavirus: Police Commissioner

As the death toll due to coronavirus in the UK continued to rise, reports said the National Health Service(NHS) was resorting to "ventilator rationing".

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The chief executive of NHS Providers, Chris Hopson had earlier told the BBC that hospitals had seen an "explosion of demand... in seriously ill patients".

"They talk about wave, after wave after wave," he said. "the word that's often used to me is a sort of continuous tsunami," Hopson said.

"We're now seeing 30, 40 and even some places 50 percent sickness rates," he said, adding that there was also a "real problem" with ventilator capacity in hospitals.

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The UK government had ordered 10,000 emergency ventilators to help tackle the pandemic from billionaire James Dyson.

Dyson's company said that it was producing &nbsp;"CoVent" at the request of Prime Minister Boris Johnson while also promising to donate 5,000 to the international relief effort.

"We have received an initial order of 10,000 units from the UK Government, which we will supply on an open-book basis," Dyson said.

According to the latest figures, 463 people have died due to COVID-19 in the UK, with over 9,500 people infected. London has been the worst hit due to the virus with the British government set to open a temporary 4,000-bed hospital at an exhibition centre in the city.

British media reports said like the London facility another ten facilities would be opened across the country.

As the death toll due to coronavirus in the UK continued to rise, reports said the National Health Service(NHS) was resorting to "ventilator rationing". Also Read: 100,000 or lesser casualties a good number for US, says Trump The chief executive of NHS Providers, Chris Hopson had earlier told the BBC that hospitals had seen an "explosion of demand.

As the death toll due to coronavirus in the UK continued to rise, reports said the National Health Service(NHS) was resorting to "ventilator rationing". Also Read: 100,000 or lesser casualties a good number for US, says Trump The chief executive of NHS Providers, Chris Hopson had earlier told the BBC that hospitals had seen an "explosion of demand... in seriously ill patients". "They talk about wave, after wave after wave," he said. "the word that's often used to me is a sort of continuous tsunami," Hopson said. "We're now seeing 30, 40 and even some places 50 percent sickness rates," he said, adding that there was also a "real problem" with ventilator capacity in hospitals. Also Read: Coronavirus death toll crosses 33,000 worldwide, over 721,800 infected The UK government had ordered 10,000 emergency ventilators to help tackle the pandemic from billionaire James Dyson. Dyson's company said that it was producing "CoVent" at the request of Prime Minister Boris Johnson while also promising to donate 5,000 to the international relief effort. "We have received an initial order of 10,000 units from the UK Government, which we will supply on an open-book basis," Dyson said. According to the latest figures, 463 people have died due to COVID-19 in the UK, with over 9,500 people infected. London has been the worst hit due to the virus with the British government set to open a temporary 4,000-bed hospital at an exhibition centre in the city. British media reports said like the London facility another ten facilities would be opened across the country.

UK begins 'ventilator rationing' as coronavirus cases rise: Report

Indian Council of&nbsp;Medical Research (ICMR) said that it had conducted 34,931 tests across the country to track the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-introduces-yoga-with-modi-video-series-says-exercise-an-integral-part-of-his-life-289368">coronavirus</a> outbreak in the country.

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"Capacity utilization in the ICMR network is around 30 per cent. We have increased the number of laboratories, 113 have been made functional and 47 private laboratories have been given the approval to conduct COVID-19 tests," ICMR's R. Gangakhedkar said.

On Monday, a 41-year-old man tested positive for coronavirus in Rajasthan taking the total number of cases in the state to 60.

A 45-year-old COVID-19 patient died in Gujarat on Monday with the state toll rising to six even as Andhra Pradesh reported two new cases of coronavirus taking the number of those affected to 23 in state.

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Meanwhile, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and senior officers over a video chat discussed measures to enforce lockdown and maintain social distancing to contain the spread of coronavirus.

In the Supreme Court on Monday, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, told India's apex court that central government and all state governments were taking "all necessary steps" to contain the virus.

India's top court heard the peitition through video conferencing. Advocate Alakh Alok Srivastava had filed a petition seeking food, water, shelter and urgent services for migrant workers.

Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) said that it had conducted 34,931 tests across the country to track the coronavirus outbreak in the country. Also Read: Confirmed coronavirus cases rise to 1071 in India "Capacity utilization in the ICMR network is around 30 per cent.

Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) said that it had conducted 34,931 tests across the country to track the coronavirus outbreak in the country. Also Read: Confirmed coronavirus cases rise to 1071 in India "Capacity utilization in the ICMR network is around 30 per cent. We have increased the number of laboratories, 113 have been made functional and 47 private laboratories have been given the approval to conduct COVID-19 tests," ICMR's R. Gangakhedkar said. On Monday, a 41-year-old man tested positive for coronavirus in Rajasthan taking the total number of cases in the state to 60. A 45-year-old COVID-19 patient died in Gujarat on Monday with the state toll rising to six even as Andhra Pradesh reported two new cases of coronavirus taking the number of those affected to 23 in state. Also Read: Coronavirus cases rise to 215 in Maharashtra Meanwhile, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and senior officers over a video chat discussed measures to enforce lockdown and maintain social distancing to contain the spread of coronavirus. In the Supreme Court on Monday, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, told India's apex court that central government and all state governments were taking "all necessary steps" to contain the virus. India's top court heard the peitition through video conferencing. Advocate Alakh Alok Srivastava had filed a petition seeking food, water, shelter and urgent services for migrant workers.

Indian Council of Medical Research conducts over 34,000 coronavirus tests

After reports of mass migrations, Punjab chief minister Amarinder Singh has asked all industrial units and brick kilns to commence operations with migrants workers if they have adequate provisions to accommodate them safely within the premises as the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/im-with-you-assures-pm-modi-during-his-coronavirus-centred-mann-ki-baat-address-289241">coronavirus </a>epidemic continues to spread in the country.

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Punjab CM's office said that banks will remain open in on March 30 and 31 to facilitate financial transactions amid the ongoing curfew. However, from April 3, the bank branches will open for two days a week only on a rotation basis, the CM's office informed.

The Punjab government has constituted four committees to deal with the management and administrative effort to fight COVID-19 in the state. The committees being constituted include health sector response and procurement, lockdown implementation, media and food and agriculture.

Meanwhile, Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath ordered industries to give salaries to their employees even if they have been shut due to countrywide due to the coronavirus outbreak.

"The companies, which have been closed during the lockdown period, will have to pay their employees salary," the Uttar Pradesh chief minister said, adding, "I request the house owners to not take rent from their tenants who are poor or are daily wage labourers."&nbsp;

"Electricity and water will not be disconnected even if people are not able to pay their bills," the UP chief minister said.

"The government will ensure that everyone gets food, drinking water and medicine no matter where he or she is from."

"The officials need to take care of the daily and economic needs of workers from other states so that they do not feel the need to flee to their respective states," the chief minister added.&nbsp; 
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After reports of mass migrations, Punjab chief minister Amarinder Singh has asked all industrial units and brick kilns to commence operations with migrants workers if they have adequate provisions to accommodate them safely within the premises as the coronavirus epidemic continues to spread in the country.

After reports of mass migrations, Punjab chief minister Amarinder Singh has asked all industrial units and brick kilns to commence operations with migrants workers if they have adequate provisions to accommodate them safely within the premises as the coronavirus epidemic continues to spread in the country. Also Read: 106 new COVID-19 positive cases, 6 deaths in last 24 hours Punjab CM's office said that banks will remain open in on March 30 and 31 to facilitate financial transactions amid the ongoing curfew. However, from April 3, the bank branches will open for two days a week only on a rotation basis, the CM's office informed. The Punjab government has constituted four committees to deal with the management and administrative effort to fight COVID-19 in the state. The committees being constituted include health sector response and procurement, lockdown implementation, media and food and agriculture. Meanwhile, Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath ordered industries to give salaries to their employees even if they have been shut due to countrywide due to the coronavirus outbreak. "The companies, which have been closed during the lockdown period, will have to pay their employees salary," the Uttar Pradesh chief minister said, adding, "I request the house owners to not take rent from their tenants who are poor or are daily wage labourers." "Electricity and water will not be disconnected even if people are not able to pay their bills," the UP chief minister said. "The government will ensure that everyone gets food, drinking water and medicine no matter where he or she is from." "The officials need to take care of the daily and economic needs of workers from other states so that they do not feel the need to flee to their respective states," the chief minister added.

Companies closed during lockdown will have to pay employees: UP CM Adityanath

The death toll in Iran due to <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/california-governor-orders-residents-to-stay-home-amid-coronavirus-287480">coronavirus</a> rose to 1,284 with the country reporting 149 new deaths on Thursday.

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Amid the rising cases, Iranian health ministry spokesperson Kianoush Jahanpour said: "50 new cases of infection are detected every hour and one death recorded every 10 minutes."

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A total of 18,407 people have contracted the disease in Iran.&nbsp;

The health ministry spokesman, however, added that "the number of infections has decreased because people have followed our guidelines, while appealing citizens to "make a conscious decision concerning travel, days out and family visits during Nowruz."&nbsp;

Iran had earlier announced it would free "around 10,000 prisoners" as an amnesty to mark Nowruz, the Persian New Year holiday.

Iran hasn't imposed quarantine measures so far but has only asked its citizens not to travel even as former health ministers urged President Hassan Rouhani to "strictly bar unnecessary movement and travel between provinces" as the number of virus cases continue to mount in the country.

The death toll in Iran due to coronavirus rose to 1,284 with the country reporting 149 new deaths on Thursday. Also Read: Pakistan: Sharp rise in coronavirus cases as 453 test positive Amid the rising cases, Iranian health ministry spokesperson Kianoush Jahanpour said: "50 new cases of infection are detected every hour and one death recorded every 10 minutes.

The death toll in Iran due to coronavirus rose to 1,284 with the country reporting 149 new deaths on Thursday. Also Read: Pakistan: Sharp rise in coronavirus cases as 453 test positive Amid the rising cases, Iranian health ministry spokesperson Kianoush Jahanpour said: "50 new cases of infection are detected every hour and one death recorded every 10 minutes." Watch Video: A total of 18,407 people have contracted the disease in Iran. The health ministry spokesman, however, added that "the number of infections has decreased because people have followed our guidelines, while appealing citizens to "make a conscious decision concerning travel, days out and family visits during Nowruz." Iran had earlier announced it would free "around 10,000 prisoners" as an amnesty to mark Nowruz, the Persian New Year holiday. Iran hasn't imposed quarantine measures so far but has only asked its citizens not to travel even as former health ministers urged President Hassan Rouhani to "strictly bar unnecessary movement and travel between provinces" as the number of virus cases continue to mount in the country.

Iran: 50 new cases of coronavirus detected every hour, 1 death every 10 minutes

Scientists across the world seem to agree that COVID-19 is especially dangerous for the elderly population with many interpreting it to mean that young people are almost invincible.

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However, a study conducted by the CDC in America indicates the assumption isn't true.

A look at the hospitalisation rate reveals new facts. Among COVID-19 patients who have been admitted in hospitals, 31 per cent are aged above 65 and people aged between 45 and 64 account for 36 per cent and the rest of the patients are below 40.

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An almost equal proportion of people from all age groups are being infected in the United States.

In India, 33 per cent of all cases are aged below 40. In China, the rate is 29 per cent and in Italy, it is 22 per cent.

The statistics clearly show young people are equally vulnerable to the<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/california-governor-orders-residents-to-stay-home-amid-coronavirus-287480"> infection</a> but the gulf becomes visible while taking a look at the fatality rate.

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Among the people above 80, the fatality rate is almost 15 per cent which is three times higher than the global average.

It falls to 3.6 per cent for people aged between 60 and 69 and for people between ages 10 and 39, the fatality rate is 0.2 per cent.

It means that while young people are equally vulnerable to the infection, they have a much higher chance of recovery.

The South Korean Church group at the centre of the outbreak comprised mostly of women in their 20s and 30s while in Italy having the second oldest population worsened the situation.

So young people also need to be careful, they could be carriers and may very well end up infecting their family while their fatality rate maybe low, getting infected still means a trip to the hospital.

Scientists across the world seem to agree that COVID-19 is especially dangerous for the elderly population with many interpreting it to mean that young people are almost invincible.

Scientists across the world seem to agree that COVID-19 is especially dangerous for the elderly population with many interpreting it to mean that young people are almost invincible. Also Read: Trump pitches for fast-tracking anti-malarials to treat coronavirus However, a study conducted by the CDC in America indicates the assumption isn't true. A look at the hospitalisation rate reveals new facts. Among COVID-19 patients who have been admitted in hospitals, 31 per cent are aged above 65 and people aged between 45 and 64 account for 36 per cent and the rest of the patients are below 40. Watch Video: An almost equal proportion of people from all age groups are being infected in the United States. In India, 33 per cent of all cases are aged below 40. In China, the rate is 29 per cent and in Italy, it is 22 per cent. The statistics clearly show young people are equally vulnerable to the infection but the gulf becomes visible while taking a look at the fatality rate. Also Read: 50 new cases of coronavirus detected every hour, 1 death every 10 minutes in Iran Among the people above 80, the fatality rate is almost 15 per cent which is three times higher than the global average. It falls to 3.6 per cent for people aged between 60 and 69 and for people between ages 10 and 39, the fatality rate is 0.2 per cent. It means that while young people are equally vulnerable to the infection, they have a much higher chance of recovery. The South Korean Church group at the centre of the outbreak comprised mostly of women in their 20s and 30s while in Italy having the second oldest population worsened the situation. So young people also need to be careful, they could be carriers and may very well end up infecting their family while their fatality rate maybe low, getting infected still means a trip to the hospital.

Not just young people, coronavirus affects people of all ages: Study

The total number of confirmed cases due to <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/no-evidence-of-community-transmission-of-coronavirus-in-india-have-enough-expertise-to-deal-with-crisis-health-ministry-287390">coronavirus </a>in India has now climbed to 195, the health and family welfare department said on Friday.

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Maharashtra has recorded the most number of cases with 44 followed by 26 in Kerala. Karnataka has seen 15 confirmed of COVID-19 with the national capital recording 16 cases.

Ladakh has reported 10 confirmed cases with Uttar Pradesh confirming 18 cases, according to the health department.

There have been four deaths due to the virus in Delhi, Karnataka, Punjab and Maharashtra.

The ministry said 32 foreigners were among the 195 who were confirmed to be infected with the deadly virus.

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Twenty people have been discharged, the department added.

Meanwhile, four people tested positive for the coronavirus in Lucknow taking the number of cases in the city to nine.

The total number of confirmed cases due to coronavirus in India has now climbed to 195, the health and family welfare department said on Friday. Also Read: Resolve, restraint and Janata Curfew, PM Modi stresses on social distancing Maharashtra has recorded the most number of cases with 44 followed by 26 in Kerala.

The total number of confirmed cases due to coronavirus in India has now climbed to 195, the health and family welfare department said on Friday. Also Read: Resolve, restraint and Janata Curfew, PM Modi stresses on social distancing Maharashtra has recorded the most number of cases with 44 followed by 26 in Kerala. Karnataka has seen 15 confirmed of COVID-19 with the national capital recording 16 cases. Ladakh has reported 10 confirmed cases with Uttar Pradesh confirming 18 cases, according to the health department. There have been four deaths due to the virus in Delhi, Karnataka, Punjab and Maharashtra. The ministry said 32 foreigners were among the 195 who were confirmed to be infected with the deadly virus. Also Read: Pakistan closes Wagah border with India for two weeks amid coronavirus scare Twenty people have been discharged, the department added. Meanwhile, four people tested positive for the coronavirus in Lucknow taking the number of cases in the city to nine.

Coronavirus cases jump to 195 in India; 4 deaths reported

US President Donald Trump said his administration will be fast-tracking anti-malarial drugs for use as a treatment against the coronavirus.

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"We're going to be able to make that drug available almost immediately, and that's where the FDA has been so great," Trump said.

The president called on the US Food and Drug Administration(FDA) to streamline its regulatory approval process.

"We have to remove every barrier," Trump said, adding, "It could be a game-changer or maybe not."

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However, FDA Commissioner Stephen Hahn said: "If there is an experimental drug that is potentially available, a doctor could ask for that drug to be used in a patient. We have criteria for that and very speedy approval for that."

"As an example, many Americans have read studies and heard media reports about this drug chloroquine, which is an anti-malarial drug," the FDA chief added.

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"That's a drug that the president directed us to take a closer look at, as to whether an expanded use approach to that could be done to actually see if that benefits patients."

Although tests had begun in Seattle on finding a vaccine to fight coronavirus but there is still now clear direction on finding a solution.

Chloroquine and hydroxychloroquine which are the synthetic forms of quinine has been used to treat malaria in many cases.

However, several experts have said more research is needed on finding a creditable solution.

US President Donald Trump said his administration will be fast-tracking anti-malarial drugs for use as a treatment against the coronavirus. Also Read: California governor orders residents to stay home amid coronavirus "We're going to be able to make that drug available almost immediately, and that's where the FDA has been so great," Trump said.

US President Donald Trump said his administration will be fast-tracking anti-malarial drugs for use as a treatment against the coronavirus. Also Read: California governor orders residents to stay home amid coronavirus "We're going to be able to make that drug available almost immediately, and that's where the FDA has been so great," Trump said. The president called on the US Food and Drug Administration(FDA) to streamline its regulatory approval process. "We have to remove every barrier," Trump said, adding, "It could be a game-changer or maybe not." Watch Video: However, FDA Commissioner Stephen Hahn said: "If there is an experimental drug that is potentially available, a doctor could ask for that drug to be used in a patient. We have criteria for that and very speedy approval for that." "As an example, many Americans have read studies and heard media reports about this drug chloroquine, which is an anti-malarial drug," the FDA chief added. Also Read: China reports no new cases of coronavirus for second consecutive day "That's a drug that the president directed us to take a closer look at, as to whether an expanded use approach to that could be done to actually see if that benefits patients." Although tests had begun in Seattle on finding a vaccine to fight coronavirus but there is still now clear direction on finding a solution. Chloroquine and hydroxychloroquine which are the synthetic forms of quinine has been used to treat malaria in many cases. However, several experts have said more research is needed on finding a creditable solution.

Trump pitches for fast-tracking anti-malarials to treat coronavirus; FDA on defensive

California Governor Gavin Newsom in a statewide advisory asked residents to "stay home" while declaring that "those that work in critical sectors should go to work" as the coronavirus continued to spead in the state.

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"Grocery stores, pharmacies, banks and more will stay open," California governor Newsom asserted.

"We need to meet this moment and flatten the curve together," Newsom asserted.

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California reported &nbsp;675 positive cases of the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-reports-no-new-cases-of-coronavirus-for-second-consecutive-day-287469">virus</a> on Wednesday with 16 deaths. The governor had declared a state of emergency on March 4 as the epidemic began to spread.

Earlier, Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti imposed a similar order.

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"To help prevent the spread of COVID-19, I'm taking executive action to temporarily close bars, nightclubs, restaurants (except takeout/delivery), entertainment venues, and other establishments," Mayor Eric Garcetti had said on his Facebook page.

However, the Los Angeles mayor added that there was "no food shortage and grocery stores will remain open".

Two hundred and eighteen people have died of the virus in the United States with the number of confirmed cases going up to 14,299. Sixty-eight new deaths were reported in the US on Thursday.

Globally, the death toll from the virus has risen to over 9,800 with more than 232,650 cases in 158 countries and territories.

President Trump said on Thursday that US is fast-tracking antimalarial drugs for use as a treatment against the virus.

"We're going to be able to make that drug available almost immediately, and that's where the FDA has been so great," Trump said.

California Governor Gavin Newsom in a statewide advisory asked residents to "stay home" while declaring that "those that work in critical sectors should go to work" as the coronavirus continued to spead in the state.

California Governor Gavin Newsom in a statewide advisory asked residents to "stay home" while declaring that "those that work in critical sectors should go to work" as the coronavirus continued to spead in the state. CA is issuing a statewide, mandatory STAY AT HOME order. Those that work in critical sectors should go to work. Grocery stores, pharmacies, banks and more will stay open. We need to meet this moment and flatten the curve together. Go to https://t.co/xtXFwVeWc2 to learn more. — Gavin Newsom (@GavinNewsom) March 20, 2020 × "Grocery stores, pharmacies, banks and more will stay open," California governor Newsom asserted. "We need to meet this moment and flatten the curve together," Newsom asserted. Watch Video: California reported 675 positive cases of the virus on Wednesday with 16 deaths. The governor had declared a state of emergency on March 4 as the epidemic began to spread. Earlier, Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti imposed a similar order. Also Read: Spain virus death toll soars nearly 30 per cent to 767 (Tweet 1/2) The Safer at Home order is in effect 11:59 p.m. tonight until April 19 — except for workers at impacted businesses who have an additional 24 hrs. More info: https://t.co/nJG4DqY3lx pic.twitter.com/A0yQ51KKyn — Mayor Eric Garcetti (@MayorOfLA) March 20, 2020 × "To help prevent the spread of COVID-19, I'm taking executive action to temporarily close bars, nightclubs, restaurants (except takeout/delivery), entertainment venues, and other establishments," Mayor Eric Garcetti had said on his Facebook page. However, the Los Angeles mayor added that there was "no food shortage and grocery stores will remain open". Two hundred and eighteen people have died of the virus in the United States with the number of confirmed cases going up to 14,299. Sixty-eight new deaths were reported in the US on Thursday. Globally, the death toll from the virus has risen to over 9,800 with more than 232,650 cases in 158 countries and territories. President Trump said on Thursday that US is fast-tracking antimalarial drugs for use as a treatment against the virus. "We're going to be able to make that drug available almost immediately, and that's where the FDA has been so great," Trump said.

California governor orders residents to stay home amid coronavirus

All four convicts in the 2012 <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/nirbhaya-gangrape-case-delhi-court-denies-stay-on-death-warrants-all-convicts-to-be-hanged-on-friday-287365">Nirbhaya </a>gangrape case Mukesh Singh, Akshay Thakur, Pawan Gupta and Vinay Sharma were hanged in Delhi's Tihar jail amid high security.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/i-hugged-picture-of-my-daughter-and-said-today-you-got-justice-nirbhayas-mother-asha-devi-287468">Also Read: I hugged picture of my daughter, says Nirbhaya's mother</a>

Security around Tihar jail was strengthened as the inmates were hanged in the national capital's high security prison.

According to agencies, the executioner had a meeting with jail officials before the hanging took place.

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The medical report of all four death row convicts was completed and they were declared fit as the jail was lockdown till the hanging was completed.

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Solicitor General Tushar Mehta had said jail manual rules do not permit convicts to meet family members before hanging.&nbsp;

On Thursday, Delhi's Patiala House Court had rejected petitions of four convicts in the Nirbhaya gangrape case.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/nirbhaya-gangrape-case-delhi-court-denies-stay-on-death-warrants-all-convicts-to-be-hanged-on-friday-287365">Also Read: Nirbhaya gangrape case: Delhi court denies stay on death warrants</a>

Later, the Supreme Court also rejected the plea filed by Akshay Thakur challenging the decision of the President of India rejecting his mercy plea.&nbsp;

Three of the four convicts - Mukesh Singh (32), Pawan Gupta (25), Vinay Sharma (26) and Akshay Kumar Singh (31) had on Wednesday moved court seeking stay on their death penalty.

All four convicts in the 2012 Nirbhaya gangrape case Mukesh Singh, Akshay Thakur, Pawan Gupta and Vinay Sharma were hanged in Delhi's Tihar jail amid high security.

All four convicts in the 2012 Nirbhaya gangrape case Mukesh Singh, Akshay Thakur, Pawan Gupta and Vinay Sharma were hanged in Delhi's Tihar jail amid high security. Also Read: I hugged picture of my daughter, says Nirbhaya's mother Security around Tihar jail was strengthened as the inmates were hanged in the national capital's high security prison. According to agencies, the executioner had a meeting with jail officials before the hanging took place. Watch Video: The medical report of all four death row convicts was completed and they were declared fit as the jail was lockdown till the hanging was completed. Also Read: Nirbhaya case timeline - How events unfolded over the years Solicitor General Tushar Mehta had said jail manual rules do not permit convicts to meet family members before hanging. On Thursday, Delhi's Patiala House Court had rejected petitions of four convicts in the Nirbhaya gangrape case. Also Read: Nirbhaya gangrape case: Delhi court denies stay on death warrants Later, the Supreme Court also rejected the plea filed by Akshay Thakur challenging the decision of the President of India rejecting his mercy plea. Three of the four convicts - Mukesh Singh (32), Pawan Gupta (25), Vinay Sharma (26) and Akshay Kumar Singh (31) had on Wednesday moved court seeking stay on their death penalty.

All four convicts in Nirbhaya case hanged in Tihar jail

China on Friday there were no new domestic <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/unemployment-in-the-united-states-claims-to-jump-to-25-year-high-coronavirus-blamed-287407">coronavirus</a> cases were detected for the second consecutive day.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-italy-death-toll-reaches-3405-overtaking-china-287455">Also Read: Italy death toll reaches 3,405, overtaking China</a>

The death toll in the country from the virus currently stands at 3,248 even as Italy became the new epicentre of the virus with 3,405 on Thursday.

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According to China's health commission, 81,000<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-outbreak-spain-virus-death-toll-soars-nearly-30-per-cent-to-767-287409"> infections</a> were reported but it added that just around 7,000 people remain sick with the virus.

Hubei province which had reported most deaths with Wuhan being the main area reported no death for the second time since the virus was first reported on December 31 last year.

The health commission, however, said 39 more imported cases of the virus were reported in the country, a similar number was reported on Thursday as well as authorities now fear a second wave of infections coming from abroad.

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Meanwhile, China's President Xi told President Putin said that the country is "willing to make concerted efforts with Russia and all other countries to safeguard global public health security."

"China has the confidence, capacity and certainty to achieve the ultimate victory over the epidemic," President Xi was quoted by China's Xinhua news agency telling President Putin.

The <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-border-curbs-disrupt-european-union-food-supplies-industry-287413">virus </a>which is believed to have started from a market in Wuhan has now spread to 158 countries causing 9,881 deaths and 243,181 infections worldwide.

China has reported 81, 172 infections so far with Italy hit with 3,405 infections.&nbsp;

China on Friday there were no new domestic coronavirus cases were detected for the second consecutive day. Also Read: Italy death toll reaches 3,405, overtaking China The death toll in the country from the virus currently stands at 3,248 even as Italy became the new epicentre of the virus with 3,405 on Thursday.

China on Friday there were no new domestic coronavirus cases were detected for the second consecutive day. Also Read: Italy death toll reaches 3,405, overtaking China The death toll in the country from the virus currently stands at 3,248 even as Italy became the new epicentre of the virus with 3,405 on Thursday. Watch Video: According to China's health commission, 81,000 infections were reported but it added that just around 7,000 people remain sick with the virus. Hubei province which had reported most deaths with Wuhan being the main area reported no death for the second time since the virus was first reported on December 31 last year. The health commission, however, said 39 more imported cases of the virus were reported in the country, a similar number was reported on Thursday as well as authorities now fear a second wave of infections coming from abroad. Also Read: How your kids can utilise the free time during coronavirus lockdown Meanwhile, China's President Xi told President Putin said that the country is "willing to make concerted efforts with Russia and all other countries to safeguard global public health security." "China has the confidence, capacity and certainty to achieve the ultimate victory over the epidemic," President Xi was quoted by China's Xinhua news agency telling President Putin. The virus which is believed to have started from a market in Wuhan has now spread to 158 countries causing 9,881 deaths and 243,181 infections worldwide. China has reported 81, 172 infections so far with Italy hit with 3,405 infections.

China reports no new cases of coronavirus for second consecutive day

After the four convicts were hanged in the 2012 gangrape case, Nirbhaya's mother Asha Devi said she finally got justice.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/all-four-convicts-in-nirbhaya-case-hanged-in-tihar-jail-287467">Also Read: All four convicts in Nirbhaya case hanged in Tihar jail</a>

"As soon as I returned from Supreme Court, I hugged the picture of my daughter and said today you got justice," Asha Devi said just minutes after the convicts were hanged.

"We will request the Supreme Court to issue guidelines so that no one can adopt delaying tactics in such cases in future," Nirbhaya's mother added.

Mukesh Singh (32), Pawan Gupta (25), Vinay Sharma (26) and Akshay Kumar Singh (31) were hanged in Delhi's Tihar jail after Delhi's Patiala House Court rejected their petitions on Thursday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/nirbhaya-case-timeline-how-events-unfolded-over-the-years-287387">Also Read: Nirbhaya case timeline: How events unfolded over the years</a>

"Justice has finally been done and women will definitely feel safer now,"&nbsp;Nirbhaya's mother Asha Devi said. &nbsp;

The Supreme Court had also rejected the plea filed by Akshay Thakur challenging the decision of the President of India rejecting his mercy plea.

"Our wait for justice was painful and agonising," Nirbhaya's father said after the hanging.

"We appeal to&nbsp;observe&nbsp;this day as Nirbhaya "Nyay Diwas" (day of justice)," Nirbhaya's father&nbsp;added.

After the four convicts were hanged in the 2012 gangrape case, Nirbhaya's mother Asha Devi said she finally got justice. Also Read: All four convicts in Nirbhaya case hanged in Tihar jail "As soon as I returned from Supreme Court, I hugged the picture of my daughter and said today you got justice," Asha Devi said just minutes after the convicts were hanged.

After the four convicts were hanged in the 2012 gangrape case, Nirbhaya's mother Asha Devi said she finally got justice. Also Read: All four convicts in Nirbhaya case hanged in Tihar jail "As soon as I returned from Supreme Court, I hugged the picture of my daughter and said today you got justice," Asha Devi said just minutes after the convicts were hanged. "We will request the Supreme Court to issue guidelines so that no one can adopt delaying tactics in such cases in future," Nirbhaya's mother added. Mukesh Singh (32), Pawan Gupta (25), Vinay Sharma (26) and Akshay Kumar Singh (31) were hanged in Delhi's Tihar jail after Delhi's Patiala House Court rejected their petitions on Thursday. Also Read: Nirbhaya case timeline: How events unfolded over the years "Justice has finally been done and women will definitely feel safer now," Nirbhaya's mother Asha Devi said. The Supreme Court had also rejected the plea filed by Akshay Thakur challenging the decision of the President of India rejecting his mercy plea. "Our wait for justice was painful and agonising," Nirbhaya's father said after the hanging. "We appeal to observe this day as Nirbhaya "Nyay Diwas" (day of justice)," Nirbhaya's father added.

I hugged picture of my daughter and said today you got justice: Nirbhaya's mother Asha Devi

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