Pakistan reported a fifth case of coronavirus on Monday after a patient was detected with the virus in Gilgit Baltistan.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-confirms-two-more-coronavirus-cases-brings-total-to-four-283498">Also Read:&nbsp;Pakistan confirms two more coronavirus cases, brings total to four</a>

A 45-year-old woman who arrived from Iran contacted the virus, authorities said.

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"Patient is stable and is being managed well," health minister Zafar Mirza said.

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According to reports, the Pakistan government has instituted beds at a quarantine centre in Islamabad with citizens returning from China and Iran to be quarantined.

Pakistan had confirmed five cases of the coronavirus last week. The country had closed one of its two border crossings with Afghanistan for a week to prevent the spread of coronavirus as a preventive measure.

The Chaman/Spinboldak crossing point along <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-closes-afghan-border-crossing-over-virus-fears-283588">Afghanistan</a> was closed over fears of the spread of the virus.

Iran's health ministry announced that eleven more people had died from the coronavirus on Tuesday. The death toll from the virus in Iran has now climbed to 77.

In all, 2,336 people have been infected, including 835 new cases in the country.

Pakistan reported a fifth case of coronavirus on Monday after a patient was detected with the virus in Gilgit Baltistan. Also Read: Pakistan confirms two more coronavirus cases, brings total to four A 45-year-old woman who arrived from Iran contacted the virus, authorities said.

Pakistan reported a fifth case of coronavirus on Monday after a patient was detected with the virus in Gilgit Baltistan. Also Read: Pakistan confirms two more coronavirus cases, brings total to four A 45-year-old woman who arrived from Iran contacted the virus, authorities said. 234/ We have now 5th confirmed case of #COVID19 in federal areas. Patient is stable and is being managed well. I request the media to respect the privacy of the patient and the family. — Zafar Mirza (@zfrmrza) March 3, 2020 × "Patient is stable and is being managed well," health minister Zafar Mirza said. Watch Video: According to reports, the Pakistan government has instituted beds at a quarantine centre in Islamabad with citizens returning from China and Iran to be quarantined. Pakistan had confirmed five cases of the coronavirus last week. The country had closed one of its two border crossings with Afghanistan for a week to prevent the spread of coronavirus as a preventive measure. The Chaman/Spinboldak crossing point along Afghanistan was closed over fears of the spread of the virus. Iran's health ministry announced that eleven more people had died from the coronavirus on Tuesday. The death toll from the virus in Iran has now climbed to 77. In all, 2,336 people have been infected, including 835 new cases in the country.

Pakistan confirms fifth case of coronavirus

India is already the world's highest waste generator.&nbsp;In fact, more than a tenth of the world's waste is generated in the country. Food excess makes up a majority of waste in India.

Also See: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions/swachh-bharat-needs-to-be-a-reality-for-india-to-become-a-tourist-hub-243990">Swachh Bharat' needs to be a reality for India to become a tourist hub</a>

The high waste generation is attributed to India's population of 1.3 billion.&nbsp;The country is projected to generate substantially more waste by 2050.

Also See:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/union-agriculture-minister-radha-mohan-singh-caught-urinating-in-public-17413">Union Minister Radha Mohan Singh defends himself after pic urinating in public goes viral</a>

However, India is among the world's lowest per capita waste generators and the ratio is much higher in developed nations.&nbsp;India's waste generation is set to double in 30 years.

Also See: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/bengaluru-civic-bodies-say-no-to-plastic-and-plantain-leaf-165492">Bengaluru civic bodies say no to plastic and plantain leaf</a>

Food excess makes up a majority of waste in the country.&nbsp;

India is already the world's highest waste generator. In fact, more than a tenth of the world's waste is generated in the country. Food excess makes up a majority of waste in India.

India is already the world's highest waste generator. In fact, more than a tenth of the world's waste is generated in the country. Food excess makes up a majority of waste in India. Also See: Swachh Bharat' needs to be a reality for India to become a tourist hub The high waste generation is attributed to India's population of 1.3 billion. The country is projected to generate substantially more waste by 2050. Also See: Union Minister Radha Mohan Singh defends himself after pic urinating in public goes viral However, India is among the world's lowest per capita waste generators and the ratio is much higher in developed nations. India's waste generation is set to double in 30 years. Also See: Bengaluru civic bodies say no to plastic and plantain leaf Food excess makes up a majority of waste in the country.

India's waste generation likely to double in next 30 years: Study

After the<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/as-taliban-resumes-offensive-ghani-government-hopes-for-intra-afghan-talks-283834"> Taliban</a> called for attacks against the Kabul government, there were reports of renewed attacks.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/after-peace-deal-taliban-orders-attacks-against-kabul-government-283814">Also Read:&nbsp;After peace deal, Taliban orders attacks against Kabul government</a>

Newswire AFP reported that the Taliban carried out more than a dozen attacks on Afghan army bases.

Reports said at least five security force officials were killed after their post was attacked in Mohammad Agha district, Logar province, on Monday night.

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The soldiers were guarding a copper deposit in the district.

EU envoy Roland Kobia said that, "If the announcement of resumption of violence by Taliban is verified, this is against the spirit of the agreement just signed in Doha."

"This is not the time for posturing, but the phase to build trust &amp; move forward in a constructive manner," Kobia added.

Meanwhile, in a press conference, President Ghani said, "the sacrifices of the Afghan forces have allowed the people to hope for enduring peace."

The President appealed&nbsp;to the Taliban to come for negotiations in&nbsp;Nangarhar.

After the Taliban called for attacks against the Kabul government, there were reports of renewed attacks. Also Read: After peace deal, Taliban orders attacks against Kabul government Newswire AFP reported that the Taliban carried out more than a dozen attacks on Afghan army bases.

After the Taliban called for attacks against the Kabul government, there were reports of renewed attacks. Also Read: After peace deal, Taliban orders attacks against Kabul government Newswire AFP reported that the Taliban carried out more than a dozen attacks on Afghan army bases. Reports said at least five security force officials were killed after their post was attacked in Mohammad Agha district, Logar province, on Monday night. Watch Video: The soldiers were guarding a copper deposit in the district. EU envoy Roland Kobia said that, "If the announcement of resumption of violence by Taliban is verified, this is against the spirit of the agreement just signed in Doha." "This is not the time for posturing, but the phase to build trust & move forward in a constructive manner," Kobia added. Meanwhile, in a press conference, President Ghani said, "the sacrifices of the Afghan forces have allowed the people to hope for enduring peace." The President appealed to the Taliban to come for negotiations in Nangarhar.

President Ghani appeals to Taliban to enter negotiations

As the coronavirus continues to spread around the world, Japan's Olympics minister said today that Tokyo's Olympic 2020 contract allows it to postpone the Games until the end of the year.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/tokyo-olympic-ceo-calls-coronavirus-concern-irresponsible-rumours-280473">Also Read:&nbsp;Tokyo Olympics CEO calls coronavirus concern 'irresponsible rumours'</a>

"The contract calls for the Games to be held within 2020. That could be interpreted as allowing a postponement," Seiko Hashimoto said.

The Olympics are due to begin on July 24 in Tokyo. However, the coronavirus has clouded the games which is attended by athletes around the world, a nightmare scenario for authorities with countries reporting spate of virus cases.

Seiko Hashimoto however added that Japan's government and host city Tokyo were still committed to hosting the Games with the International Olympic Committee(IOC) the only body which has the right to cancel the games.

The IOC's Thomas Bach said that preparations were still underway for a "successful" Games in Tokyo.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ahead-of-olympics-tokyo-prepares-foreigners-for-potential-disasters-277049">Also Read:&nbsp;Ahead of Olympics, Tokyo prepares foreigners for potential disasters</a>

Several sporting events around the world have either been cancelled or postponed in the wake of the spread of the virus.

More than 3,100 people have died and over 90,000 have been infected in more than 60 countries worldwide.

In Japan, the virus has infected at least 230 people with five people who have died due to the virus.

As the coronavirus continues to spread around the world, Japan's Olympics minister said today that Tokyo's Olympic 2020 contract allows it to postpone the Games until the end of the year.

As the coronavirus continues to spread around the world, Japan's Olympics minister said today that Tokyo's Olympic 2020 contract allows it to postpone the Games until the end of the year. Also Read: Tokyo Olympics CEO calls coronavirus concern 'irresponsible rumours' "The contract calls for the Games to be held within 2020. That could be interpreted as allowing a postponement," Seiko Hashimoto said. The Olympics are due to begin on July 24 in Tokyo. However, the coronavirus has clouded the games which is attended by athletes around the world, a nightmare scenario for authorities with countries reporting spate of virus cases. Seiko Hashimoto however added that Japan's government and host city Tokyo were still committed to hosting the Games with the International Olympic Committee(IOC) the only body which has the right to cancel the games. The IOC's Thomas Bach said that preparations were still underway for a "successful" Games in Tokyo. Also Read: Ahead of Olympics, Tokyo prepares foreigners for potential disasters Several sporting events around the world have either been cancelled or postponed in the wake of the spread of the virus. More than 3,100 people have died and over 90,000 have been infected in more than 60 countries worldwide. In Japan, the virus has infected at least 230 people with five people who have died due to the virus.

Coronavirus scare: Olympic contract allows postponement within 2020, says Japan minister

The Trump administration on Monday slashed by nearly half the number of Chinese nationals who can work for state-run media in the United States.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinese-authorities-using-visas-as-weapons-against-foreign-press-report-283792">Also Read:&nbsp;Chinese authorities using visas as weapons against foreign press, says Report</a>

"Today, we announced a personnel cap on Chinese government-controlled media organizations in the United States", secretary of state Mike Pompeo said in a statement.

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"We urge Beijing to respect freedom of expression and will continue to seek reciprocity across the bilateral relationship," Pompeo added.

The Foreign Correspondents' Club of China (FCCC) in a report had said earlier that Chinese authorities were using visas as weapons against the foreign press like never before.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-expelling-journalists-china-demands-apology-from-the-wall-street-journal-282443">Also Read:&nbsp;After expelling journalists, China demands apology from The Wall Street Journal</a>

"Since 2013, when Xi Jinping's ascension to power was completed, China has forced out nine foreign journalists, either through outright expulsion or by non-renewal of visas, the FCC said.

Earlier, China had expelled three The Wall Street Journal reporters over what it called a racist headline titled "China is the Real Sick Man of Asia".

However, China's foreign ministry said: "What happened to the Wall Street Journal journalists was just an independent case."

"There are over 600 foreign journalists stationed in China and they don't need to worry about their reporting in China as long as they observe Chinese laws and regulations," China's foreign ministry spokesman said.

The Trump administration on Monday slashed by nearly half the number of Chinese nationals who can work for state-run media in the United States. Also Read: Chinese authorities using visas as weapons against foreign press, says Report "Today, we announced a personnel cap on Chinese government-controlled media organizations in the United States", secretary of state Mike Pompeo said in a statement.

The Trump administration on Monday slashed by nearly half the number of Chinese nationals who can work for state-run media in the United States. Also Read: Chinese authorities using visas as weapons against foreign press, says Report "Today, we announced a personnel cap on Chinese government-controlled media organizations in the United States", secretary of state Mike Pompeo said in a statement. Today, we announced a personnel cap on Chinese government-controlled media organizations in the United States. We urge Beijing to respect freedom of expression and will continue to seek reciprocity across the bilateral relationship. — Secretary Pompeo (@SecPompeo) March 2, 2020 × "We urge Beijing to respect freedom of expression and will continue to seek reciprocity across the bilateral relationship," Pompeo added. The Foreign Correspondents' Club of China (FCCC) in a report had said earlier that Chinese authorities were using visas as weapons against the foreign press like never before. Also Read: After expelling journalists, China demands apology from The Wall Street Journal "Since 2013, when Xi Jinping's ascension to power was completed, China has forced out nine foreign journalists, either through outright expulsion or by non-renewal of visas, the FCC said. Earlier, China had expelled three The Wall Street Journal reporters over what it called a racist headline titled "China is the Real Sick Man of Asia". However, China's foreign ministry said: "What happened to the Wall Street Journal journalists was just an independent case." "There are over 600 foreign journalists stationed in China and they don't need to worry about their reporting in China as long as they observe Chinese laws and regulations," China's foreign ministry spokesman said.

Trump administration announces caps on Chinese staff working in state media in US

A plane carrying UN medical experts and aid touched down Monday in Iran on a mission to help it tackle the world's second-deadliest outbreak of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/coronavirus-another-person-tests-positive-in-rajasthan-six-cases-confirmed-in-india-283808">coronavirus</a> as European powers said they would send further help.

As the official death toll rose by 12 to 66, the Islamic republic turned down a similar offer from arch-enemy Washington, dismissing it as "propaganda".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-south-korean-sect-leader-apologises-faces-murder-charge-283758">Also Read: Coronavirus- South Korean sect leader apologises; faces murder charge</a>

The World Health Organization said a flight arrived from Dubai carrying medical supplies and experts on a fact-finding mission and to "provide guidance on strengthening and scaling up the response to the ongoing outbreak."

Germany, France and Britain, for their part, said they would send emergency medical supplies including testing equipment, body suits and gloves as well as five million euros ($5.5 million) to help tackle the outbreak.

Iran's confirmed cases leapt Monday by 523 on the previous day, hitting 1,501, said Deputy Health Minister Alireza Raisi.

State news agency IRNA reported the death of Mohammad Mirmohammadi, 72, a member of the Expediency Council which advises Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

It did not specify the cause of death but said he had died at Tehran's Massih Danechvari Hospital, the capital's main centre for coronavirus patients.

The outbreak that originated in China has sparked concern among Iran's neighbours, with the Gulf Arab states confirming 130 cases including, on Monday, Saudi Arabia's first case.

The health ministry in Riyadh, another key rival of Tehran, said the man had tested positive after returning from Iran.

Many of the Gulf's other victims are pilgrims returning from Iran, especially the Shiite holy city of Qom where the country's first case was reported.

US President Donald Trump had Saturday offered: "If we can help the Iranians with this problem, we are certainly willing to do so... All they have to do is ask."

But Tehran rejected the offer, charging that Trump, who has heaped sanctions and a campaign of "maximum pressure" on Iran, was offering help "for propaganda purposes".

"We are suspicious of the intentions of the Americans and do not count on this aid," said foreign ministry spokesman Abbas Moussavi, quoted by IRNA.

Germany, France and Britain, who remain as signatories to a 2015 nuclear deal with Iran despite Trump's withdrawal, expressed "their full solidarity with all impacted by COVID-19 in Iran".

Beijing, also a signatory to the nuclear deal, said an expert team from China had arrived Saturday in Tehran "to provide what assistance it can in terms of epidemic prevention and control and medical relief".

The WHO said it had sent Iran "medical supplies and protective equipment to support over 15,000 health care workers, as well as enough laboratory kits to test and diagnose nearly 100,000 people".

As the goods worth more than $300,000 -- including gloves, surgical masks and respirators -- were loaded onto an Emirati transport plane in Dubai, WHO's Robert Blanchard warned that global supplies were running low.

"What we see now is that demand has greatly exceeded our available stocks... and we are struggling to get access to more supplies."

The six-member medical team is made up of doctors, epidemiologists and laboratory specialists to help Iran detect and control the virus, Blanchard said.

WHO operations manager Nevien Attalla said the supplies were the "first big shipment which supports the response to coronavirus".

"Iran is a challenging country. You don't have always easy approvals to go," she said.

The UAE provided the military transport plane for the flight despite having downgraded its relations with the Islamic republic amid fierce rivalry between Iran and close UAE ally Saudi Arabia.

Gulf states have announced a raft of measures to cut links with Iran to curb the spread of the virus, cutting off transport links and telling citizens not to visit.

"Aid should reach all people regardless of their background," said Sultan Mohammed al-Shamsi, the UAE's undersecretary for humanitarian affairs.

IRNA reported the death of Mohammad Mirmohammadi, 72, a member of the Expediency Council which advises Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

It did not specify the cause of death but said he had died at Tehran's Massih Danechvari Hospital, the capital's main centre for patients suffering from the new coronavirus.

A plane carrying UN medical experts and aid touched down Monday in Iran on a mission to help it tackle the world's second-deadliest outbreak of coronavirus as European powers said they would send further help.

A plane carrying UN medical experts and aid touched down Monday in Iran on a mission to help it tackle the world's second-deadliest outbreak of coronavirus as European powers said they would send further help. As the official death toll rose by 12 to 66, the Islamic republic turned down a similar offer from arch-enemy Washington, dismissing it as "propaganda". Also Read: Coronavirus- South Korean sect leader apologises; faces murder charge The World Health Organization said a flight arrived from Dubai carrying medical supplies and experts on a fact-finding mission and to "provide guidance on strengthening and scaling up the response to the ongoing outbreak." Germany, France and Britain, for their part, said they would send emergency medical supplies including testing equipment, body suits and gloves as well as five million euros ($5.5 million) to help tackle the outbreak. Iran's confirmed cases leapt Monday by 523 on the previous day, hitting 1,501, said Deputy Health Minister Alireza Raisi. State news agency IRNA reported the death of Mohammad Mirmohammadi, 72, a member of the Expediency Council which advises Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. It did not specify the cause of death but said he had died at Tehran's Massih Danechvari Hospital, the capital's main centre for coronavirus patients. The outbreak that originated in China has sparked concern among Iran's neighbours, with the Gulf Arab states confirming 130 cases including, on Monday, Saudi Arabia's first case. The health ministry in Riyadh, another key rival of Tehran, said the man had tested positive after returning from Iran. Many of the Gulf's other victims are pilgrims returning from Iran, especially the Shiite holy city of Qom where the country's first case was reported. US President Donald Trump had Saturday offered: "If we can help the Iranians with this problem, we are certainly willing to do so... All they have to do is ask." But Tehran rejected the offer, charging that Trump, who has heaped sanctions and a campaign of "maximum pressure" on Iran, was offering help "for propaganda purposes". "We are suspicious of the intentions of the Americans and do not count on this aid," said foreign ministry spokesman Abbas Moussavi, quoted by IRNA. Germany, France and Britain, who remain as signatories to a 2015 nuclear deal with Iran despite Trump's withdrawal, expressed "their full solidarity with all impacted by COVID-19 in Iran". Beijing, also a signatory to the nuclear deal, said an expert team from China had arrived Saturday in Tehran "to provide what assistance it can in terms of epidemic prevention and control and medical relief". The WHO said it had sent Iran "medical supplies and protective equipment to support over 15,000 health care workers, as well as enough laboratory kits to test and diagnose nearly 100,000 people". As the goods worth more than $300,000 -- including gloves, surgical masks and respirators -- were loaded onto an Emirati transport plane in Dubai, WHO's Robert Blanchard warned that global supplies were running low. "What we see now is that demand has greatly exceeded our available stocks... and we are struggling to get access to more supplies." The six-member medical team is made up of doctors, epidemiologists and laboratory specialists to help Iran detect and control the virus, Blanchard said. WHO operations manager Nevien Attalla said the supplies were the "first big shipment which supports the response to coronavirus". "Iran is a challenging country. You don't have always easy approvals to go," she said. The UAE provided the military transport plane for the flight despite having downgraded its relations with the Islamic republic amid fierce rivalry between Iran and close UAE ally Saudi Arabia. Gulf states have announced a raft of measures to cut links with Iran to curb the spread of the virus, cutting off transport links and telling citizens not to visit. "Aid should reach all people regardless of their background," said Sultan Mohammed al-Shamsi, the UAE's undersecretary for humanitarian affairs. IRNA reported the death of Mohammad Mirmohammadi, 72, a member of the Expediency Council which advises Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. It did not specify the cause of death but said he had died at Tehran's Massih Danechvari Hospital, the capital's main centre for patients suffering from the new coronavirus.

UN team arrives as death toll in coronavirus climbs to 66 in Iran

In a surprising development, PM <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/modi-trump-talks-us-backed-indias-right-to-defend-to-keep-an-eye-on-pakistan-283345">Modi</a> in a tweet said he is thinking of giving up his&nbsp;social media accounts on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions-blogs/diaspora-dynamics-in-howdy-modi-to-namaste-trump-282679">Also Read: Diaspora dynamics in 'Howdy Modi' to 'Namaste Trump'</a>

"This Sunday, thinking of giving up my social media accounts on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram &amp; YouTube," PM Modi said, adding, "will keep you all posted."

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The Indian prime minister has 44,597,925 followers currently on Facebook with another 35.2 million on Instagram.

On YouTube, PM Modi has 4.5 million subscribers.

After PM Modi made the announcement, Twitter exploded with reactions with several saying that the prime minister should not quit.

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No Sir 🙏🙏🙏🙏<a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@narendramodi</a> Your presence on social media is the biggest counter force against all those who are trying 24x7 to harm civilisational value/ethos,culture &amp; history of Bharat🇮🇳 
You are the voice &amp; face of Billion Patriot Indians🇮🇳 
Sir,Plz don’t leave social media🙏 <a href="https://t.co/Yu2UZrjmYT">https://t.co/Yu2UZrjmYT</a>
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In a surprising development, PM Modi in a tweet said he is thinking of giving up his social media accounts on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube. Also Read: Diaspora dynamics in 'Howdy Modi' to 'Namaste Trump' "This Sunday, thinking of giving up my social media accounts on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & YouTube," PM Modi said, adding, "will keep you all posted.

In a surprising development, PM Modi in a tweet said he is thinking of giving up his social media accounts on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube. Also Read: Diaspora dynamics in 'Howdy Modi' to 'Namaste Trump' "This Sunday, thinking of giving up my social media accounts on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & YouTube," PM Modi said, adding, "will keep you all posted." This Sunday, thinking of giving up my social media accounts on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & YouTube. Will keep you all posted. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 2, 2020 × PM Modi has 53.3 million followers on Twitter alone. The Indian prime minister has 44,597,925 followers currently on Facebook with another 35.2 million on Instagram. On YouTube, PM Modi has 4.5 million subscribers. After PM Modi made the announcement, Twitter exploded with reactions with several saying that the prime minister should not quit. No Sir 🙏🙏🙏🙏@narendramodi Your presence on social media is the biggest counter force against all those who are trying 24x7 to harm civilisational value/ethos,culture & history of Bharat🇮🇳 You are the voice & face of Billion Patriot Indians🇮🇳 Sir,Plz don’t leave social media🙏 https://t.co/Yu2UZrjmYT — Major Surendra Poonia (@MajorPoonia) March 2, 2020 × No sir. Please rethink your decision. It will be difficult for us to express our feelings to you. Only this is the way you are in direct contact with normal citizens. You are like “Shiva of Kailash” who is never deviated nor disturbed.🔱Vandematram. Jai Hind 🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/KaT7QQLzHd — MANO RANJAN SINGH (@MANORANJAN183) March 2, 2020 × No sir please You are the only reason why many are here sir. ☹️ https://t.co/sFGxMDtnrp — Rajveer Shahi🇮🇳 (@helloimrajveer) March 2, 2020 ×

Thinking of giving up my social media accounts, tweets PM Modi; #NoSir says Twitter

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson backed home secretary <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/five-facts-about-priti-patel-uks-first-indian-origin-home-secretary-238292">Priti Patel </a>even as a top civil servant resigned on Saturday over after clashes with the cabinet minister.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/priti-patel-accused-of-bullying-and-creating-atmosphere-of-fear-in-uk-home-office-281780">&nbsp;Also Read: Priti Patel accused creating 'atmosphere of fear' in Home Office</a>

"I think she is a fantastic home secretary. Anybody who has been home secretary will testify that it is one of the toughest jobs in the government," PM Johnson said.

The British prime minister said he had "absolute" confidence in her while lauding the point-based immigration system unveiled by her.

"There is a big, big task ahead of us now. We are delivering, at last, a new immigration system for this country, a points-based immigration system," Johnson said.

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British civil servant Philip Rutnam stepped down after he declared that he had become the "target of vicious and orchestrated campaign against him", referring to Patel.

"My experience has been extreme. But I consider there is evidence that it was part of a wider pattern of behaviour," Rutnam said.

"I have received allegations that her conduct has included shouting and swearing, belittling people, making unreasonable and repeated demands - behaviour that created fear," he added in an open attack on Patel without actually naming her.

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson backed home secretary Priti Patel even as a top civil servant resigned on Saturday over after clashes with the cabinet minister.

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson backed home secretary Priti Patel even as a top civil servant resigned on Saturday over after clashes with the cabinet minister. Also Read: Priti Patel accused creating 'atmosphere of fear' in Home Office "I think she is a fantastic home secretary. Anybody who has been home secretary will testify that it is one of the toughest jobs in the government," PM Johnson said. The British prime minister said he had "absolute" confidence in her while lauding the point-based immigration system unveiled by her. "There is a big, big task ahead of us now. We are delivering, at last, a new immigration system for this country, a points-based immigration system," Johnson said. Also Read: Second generation immigrant Priti Patel introduces UK's anti-immigration visa guidelines British civil servant Philip Rutnam stepped down after he declared that he had become the "target of vicious and orchestrated campaign against him", referring to Patel. "My experience has been extreme. But I consider there is evidence that it was part of a wider pattern of behaviour," Rutnam said. "I have received allegations that her conduct has included shouting and swearing, belittling people, making unreasonable and repeated demands - behaviour that created fear," he added in an open attack on Patel without actually naming her.

Priti Patel is a fantastic home secretary, says PM Johnson amid bullying row

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According to China's National Forestry and Grassland Administrations, the country faces a desert locust invasion.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/china-will-not-send-duck-army-to-help-pakistan-fight-locusts-expert-283238">Also Read:&nbsp;&nbsp;China not to send 'duck army' to help Pakistan fight locusts&nbsp;</a>

In a notice, China's forestry department said that Locusts could enter from the Tibet region from Pakistan and India or the southwestern province of Yunnan through Myanmar.

It added that Locust swarms could also come from Kazakhstan and into &nbsp;Xinjiang region.

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According to China's state media, officials in&nbsp;Khunjerab in southwestern Xinjiang have been monitoring possible <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/the-locust-crisis-how-are-nations-tackling-the-growing-menace-282092">Locust</a> attack.

A government body said that it had set up a task force to look into cases of Locust attack with the forestry department on alert.

Reports had said earlier that China had allocated $4.2 million for locust prevention and control.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/latest-world-news-spray-planes-can-counter-worst-locust-outbreak-in-eastern-africa-united-nations-278328">Also Read: Spray planes can counter worst locust outbreak in eastern Africa, says UN</a>

China's &nbsp;Xinhua news agency had reported that Locust attack could be a possibility in June-July when large swarms are expected in Pakistan while warning that if it is not properly controlled it might affect provinces in China.

Earlier, reports had indicated that <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/now-pakistan-may-seek-chinas-help-to-fight-locust-attack-281536">Pakistan</a> had roped in China for "ariel support" to fight the Locust attack which has already ravaged large parts of east Africa including Uganda &amp; Kenya.

Pakistan has declared a state of national emergency to deal with the insects destroying crops on a large scale in Punjab province.

According to China's National Forestry and Grassland Administrations, the country faces a desert locust invasion. Also Read: China not to send 'duck army' to help Pakistan fight locusts In a notice, China's forestry department said that Locusts could enter from the Tibet region from Pakistan and India or the southwestern province of Yunnan through Myanmar.

According to China's National Forestry and Grassland Administrations, the country faces a desert locust invasion. Also Read: China not to send 'duck army' to help Pakistan fight locusts In a notice, China's forestry department said that Locusts could enter from the Tibet region from Pakistan and India or the southwestern province of Yunnan through Myanmar. It added that Locust swarms could also come from Kazakhstan and into Xinjiang region. Watch Video: According to China's state media, officials in Khunjerab in southwestern Xinjiang have been monitoring possible Locust attack. A government body said that it had set up a task force to look into cases of Locust attack with the forestry department on alert. Reports had said earlier that China had allocated $4.2 million for locust prevention and control. Also Read: Spray planes can counter worst locust outbreak in eastern Africa, says UN China's Xinhua news agency had reported that Locust attack could be a possibility in June-July when large swarms are expected in Pakistan while warning that if it is not properly controlled it might affect provinces in China. Earlier, reports had indicated that Pakistan had roped in China for "ariel support" to fight the Locust attack which has already ravaged large parts of east Africa including Uganda & Kenya. Pakistan has declared a state of national emergency to deal with the insects destroying crops on a large scale in Punjab province.

Now, China braces for possible Locust attack

Just days after the signing of the peace deal in Doha, the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions-blogs/us-taliban-peace-deal-what-does-it-mean-for-afghanistan-and-other-stakeholders-283743">Taliban</a> said it was ordering its fighters to "once again start activities and attacks" against the Kabul government.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/us-had-no-right-to-sign-peace-agreement-iran-opposes-afghan-deal-with-taliban-283576">Also Read: Iran opposes Afghan deal with Taliban</a>

"As per the (US-Taliban) agreement, our mujahideen will not attack foreign forces but our operations will continue against the Kabul administration forces," the Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid said.

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According to the agreement, US troops were to pull out of Afghanistan in 14 months provided the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/taliban-begins-diplomatic-outreach-following-peace-deal-with-us-283536">Taliban</a> continued with the peace effort and engaged in dialogue with the government.

However, Afghan President Ashraf Ghani said that "there is no commitment to releasing 5,000 prisoners."

"This is the right and the self-will of the people of Afghanistan. It could be included in the agenda of the intra-Afghan talks, but cannot be a prerequisite for talks," Ghani said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/how-india-changed-its-gameplan-on-tackling-the-taliban-in-afghanistan-283344">In Pics:&nbsp;How India changed its gameplan on tackling the Taliban in Afghanistan</a>

According to the deal, "Upto 5,000 prisoners of the (Taliban)... and 1,000 prisoners of the other side (Afghan forces)" were to be released.

The Taliban had earlier said they were ready for intra-Afghan talks provided the 5,000 prisoners were released.

"If our 5,000 prisoners - 100 or 200 more or less does not matter - do not get released there will be no intra-Afghan talks," Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid added.

Just days after the signing of the peace deal in Doha, the Taliban said it was ordering its fighters to "once again start activities and attacks" against the Kabul government.

Just days after the signing of the peace deal in Doha, the Taliban said it was ordering its fighters to "once again start activities and attacks" against the Kabul government. Also Read: Iran opposes Afghan deal with Taliban "As per the (US-Taliban) agreement, our mujahideen will not attack foreign forces but our operations will continue against the Kabul administration forces," the Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid said. Watch Video: According to the agreement, US troops were to pull out of Afghanistan in 14 months provided the Taliban continued with the peace effort and engaged in dialogue with the government. However, Afghan President Ashraf Ghani said that "there is no commitment to releasing 5,000 prisoners." "This is the right and the self-will of the people of Afghanistan. It could be included in the agenda of the intra-Afghan talks, but cannot be a prerequisite for talks," Ghani said. In Pics: How India changed its gameplan on tackling the Taliban in Afghanistan According to the deal, "Upto 5,000 prisoners of the (Taliban)... and 1,000 prisoners of the other side (Afghan forces)" were to be released. The Taliban had earlier said they were ready for intra-Afghan talks provided the 5,000 prisoners were released. "If our 5,000 prisoners - 100 or 200 more or less does not matter - do not get released there will be no intra-Afghan talks," Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid added.

After peace deal, Taliban orders attacks against Kabul government

After two new cases of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/two-new-coronavirus-cases-confirmed-in-delhi-and-telangana-283737">coronavirus</a> were confirmed in Delhi and Telangana on Monday, an Italian tourist in Jaipur was detected with the virus taking the cases of the virus to six.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/coronavirus-passengers-undergoing-screening-at-21-airports-12-seaports-says-harsh-vardhan-283747">Also Read:&nbsp;Passengers undergoing screening at 21 airports, 12 seaports, says Harsh Vardhan</a>

Raghu Sharma, Rajasthan Health Minister said: "A passenger landed in Jaipur from Italy on Feb 29. He was admitted to the isolation ward at a hospital after he showed symptoms of COVID-19 in the screening."

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"He had tested negative. However, he tested positive in second testing," Rajasthan's health minister said.&nbsp;

India's health ministry had earlier confirmed that doctors had detected two fresh cases of COVID-19.

The Health Ministry in a statement had said while one positive case of the Covid-19 was detected in New Delhi, the other was reported from Telangana.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/coronavirus-in-india-what-we-know-so-far-278544">In Pics:&nbsp;Coronavirus in India: What we know so far!</a>

The person from Delhi had a travel history from Italy, while the one from Telangana had travelled to Dubai. The identities of the victims were yet to be confirmed.

Both patients were reportedly stable.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, the death toll from the coronavirus epidemic surpassed 3,000 on Monday with over 89,000 infected in over 60 countries. &nbsp;China, Iran and the US and Europe raised alerts over the virus.

The World Health Organization(WHO) said countries should urgently stock care ventilators to treat patients with severe symptoms as China reported 42 more deaths on Monday, all of then from Hubei province which is the epicentre of the virus.

After two new cases of coronavirus were confirmed in Delhi and Telangana on Monday, an Italian tourist in Jaipur was detected with the virus taking the cases of the virus to six.

After two new cases of coronavirus were confirmed in Delhi and Telangana on Monday, an Italian tourist in Jaipur was detected with the virus taking the cases of the virus to six. Also Read: Passengers undergoing screening at 21 airports, 12 seaports, says Harsh Vardhan Raghu Sharma, Rajasthan Health Minister said: "A passenger landed in Jaipur from Italy on Feb 29. He was admitted to the isolation ward at a hospital after he showed symptoms of COVID-19 in the screening." Watch Video: "He had tested negative. However, he tested positive in second testing," Rajasthan's health minister said. India's health ministry had earlier confirmed that doctors had detected two fresh cases of COVID-19. The Health Ministry in a statement had said while one positive case of the Covid-19 was detected in New Delhi, the other was reported from Telangana. In Pics: Coronavirus in India: What we know so far! The person from Delhi had a travel history from Italy, while the one from Telangana had travelled to Dubai. The identities of the victims were yet to be confirmed. Both patients were reportedly stable. Meanwhile, the death toll from the coronavirus epidemic surpassed 3,000 on Monday with over 89,000 infected in over 60 countries. China, Iran and the US and Europe raised alerts over the virus. The World Health Organization(WHO) said countries should urgently stock care ventilators to treat patients with severe symptoms as China reported 42 more deaths on Monday, all of then from Hubei province which is the epicentre of the virus.

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