In Rio de Janeiro, the work goes in before the party goes on. With the world's largest carnival just ten days away, warehouses and workshops are putting the final touches in place for the city's biggest event. Floats are being painted, sequins are being glued and glitter painted onto costumes for the dazzling event that attracts millions to Rio de Janeiro's streets.

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India's Airport Authority said today that two passengers who arrived at Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport(NSCBI) airport in Kolkata from Bangkok have tested positive for the novel <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/news-breaking-update-Coronavirus-death-toll-surges-to-highest-in-one-day-in-China-Hubei-province">coronavirus</a>.

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In all, at least three passengers have tested positive for the virus in Kolkata.

The passengers were shifted to Beliaghata ID Hospital, Kaushik Bhattacharjee, the director of the airport said. The virus was reportedly discovered after thermal screening.

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Two airlines which had direct flights between Kolkata and China have suspended their flights.

"In line with the WHO guideline to contain the spread of coronavirus, IndiGo will be suspending its Kolkata-Guangzhou service from February 6, 2020 to February 25, 2020 and Guangzhou-Kolkata from February 7 till February 26," the airline had said in a statement.

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China Eastern Airlines has also suspended flights between Kolkata and Kunming in China from February 10 to February 29.

The detection of the virus at Kolkata airport comes after China's health ministry announced 242 deaths on a single day in Hubei province.

Hubei's health commission said another 14,840 new cases were reported in the area.&nbsp;

India's Airport Authority said today that two passengers who arrived at Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport(NSCBI) airport in Kolkata from Bangkok have tested positive for the novel coronavirus.

India's Airport Authority said today that two passengers who arrived at Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport(NSCBI) airport in Kolkata from Bangkok have tested positive for the novel coronavirus. Also Read: Two Indians aboard cruise liner off Japan coast test positive for coronavirus In all, at least three passengers have tested positive for the virus in Kolkata. The passengers were shifted to Beliaghata ID Hospital, Kaushik Bhattacharjee, the director of the airport said. The virus was reportedly discovered after thermal screening. Watch Video: Two airlines which had direct flights between Kolkata and China have suspended their flights. "In line with the WHO guideline to contain the spread of coronavirus, IndiGo will be suspending its Kolkata-Guangzhou service from February 6, 2020 to February 25, 2020 and Guangzhou-Kolkata from February 7 till February 26," the airline had said in a statement. Also Read: Tokyo Olympic CEO calls coronavirus concern 'irresponsible rumours' China Eastern Airlines has also suspended flights between Kolkata and Kunming in China from February 10 to February 29. The detection of the virus at Kolkata airport comes after China's health ministry announced 242 deaths on a single day in Hubei province. Hubei's health commission said another 14,840 new cases were reported in the area.

Three passengers test positive for coronavirus at Kolkata airport

Sheharyar Mehsud who is the leader of the banned terrorist organisation <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/taliban-leader-ehsanullah-ehsan-responsible-for-peshawar-army-school-attack-escapes-pakistans-jail-279246">Tehreek-e-Taliban</a> has reportedly died in a bomb blast in&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/taliban-leader-ehsanullah-ehsan-responsible-for-peshawar-army-school-attack-escapes-pakistans-jail-279246">Afghanistan</a>.

Mehsud died after a remote control bomb went off&nbsp;in Kunar province.&nbsp;According to sources, he was taking a walk in Marwara area of the province.

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/taliban-leader-ehsanullah-ehsan-responsible-for-peshawar-army-school-attack-escapes-pakistans-jail-279246">Taliban leader Ehsanullah Ehsan escapes Pakistan's jail</a>

This is the third high profile assassination of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/taliban-leader-ehsanullah-ehsan-responsible-for-peshawar-army-school-attack-escapes-pakistans-jail-279246">Afghanistan</a>-based terrorists who are wanted in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/taliban-leader-ehsanullah-ehsan-responsible-for-peshawar-army-school-attack-escapes-pakistans-jail-279246">Pakistan </a>for multiple offences.

Last week, a key leader of Afghanistan Taliban called Sheikh Khalid Haqqani was killed in clashes with security forces in Afghanistan.

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/afghanistan-11-taliban-terrorists-killed-in-airstrikes-271244">Afghanistan: 11 Taliban terrorists killed in airstrikes</a>

Taliban's top ranking commander Haqqani was killed in January.

He had joined the terror group after the red mosque operation in &nbsp;2007 when <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/taliban-leader-ehsanullah-ehsan-responsible-for-peshawar-army-school-attack-escapes-pakistans-jail-279246">Pakistan's </a>military had stormed the compound to dislodge armed terrorists holed up inside for about a week.

Earlier, Qari Hossein was also&nbsp;assassinated under&nbsp;mysterious circumstances in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/taliban-leader-ehsanullah-ehsan-responsible-for-peshawar-army-school-attack-escapes-pakistans-jail-279246">Kabul</a>.

Both <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/taliban-leader-ehsanullah-ehsan-responsible-for-peshawar-army-school-attack-escapes-pakistans-jail-279246">Islamabad </a>and <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/taliban-leader-ehsanullah-ehsan-responsible-for-peshawar-army-school-attack-escapes-pakistans-jail-279246">Kabul </a>have long accused each other of allowing militants to shelter in the border regions and launch bloody attacks that threaten regional stability.

Sheharyar Mehsud who is the leader of the banned terrorist organisation Tehreek-e-Taliban has reportedly died in a bomb blast in Afghanistan. Mehsud died after a remote control bomb went off in Kunar province.

Sheharyar Mehsud who is the leader of the banned terrorist organisation Tehreek-e-Taliban has reportedly died in a bomb blast in Afghanistan. Mehsud died after a remote control bomb went off in Kunar province. According to sources, he was taking a walk in Marwara area of the province. Also read: Taliban leader Ehsanullah Ehsan escapes Pakistan's jail This is the third high profile assassination of Afghanistan-based terrorists who are wanted in Pakistan for multiple offences. Last week, a key leader of Afghanistan Taliban called Sheikh Khalid Haqqani was killed in clashes with security forces in Afghanistan. Also read: Afghanistan: 11 Taliban terrorists killed in airstrikes Taliban's top ranking commander Haqqani was killed in January. He had joined the terror group after the red mosque operation in 2007 when Pakistan's military had stormed the compound to dislodge armed terrorists holed up inside for about a week. Earlier, Qari Hossein was also assassinated under mysterious circumstances in Kabul. Both Islamabad and Kabul have long accused each other of allowing militants to shelter in the border regions and launch bloody attacks that threaten regional stability.

Tehreek-e-Taliban leader killed in bomb blast

China's novel coronavirus has adversely affected sporting events in China. The latest victim is the Chinese Formula One Grand Prix.&nbsp;

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The Grand Prix was scheduled to take place on April 19 in the&nbsp;Shanghai International Circuit&nbsp;which is approximately 800 kilometres away from Wuhan (the epicentre of the outbreak). However,&nbsp;due to the outbreak, the governing body has decided to postpone the event. The new date is still to be declared.&nbsp;

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F1 and FIA made an announcement on Wednesday where they said that they have "accepted a request"&nbsp;from meeting promoters to postpone the race.&nbsp;

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The race was postponed "in view of the continued spread of novel coronavirus", which is now named COVID-19.

"The Chinese Grand Prix has always been a very important part of the F1 calendar and the fans are always incredible," Formula 1 management said in a statement.

"We all look forward to racing in China as soon as possible and wish everyone in the country the best during this difficult time," it added.

The postponing of Shanghai Grand Prix raises doubts over the inaugural F1 race in Vietnam, which is scheduled for two weeks before the race in Shanghai.&nbsp;The virus has entered Vietnam.&nbsp;

The Formula One championship will commence with Australian Grand Prix on March 15.&nbsp;

The death toll in China's coronavirus leapt to 242 in just one day with over 60,000 infected, China's health ministry said.

Hubei's health commission said another 14,840 new cases were reported in the area. The previous record rise in the toll was 103 on February 10.

At least 1,355 people have now died nationwide due to the virus. The virus has already spread to at least 27 countries with Singapore reporting 50 new cases.

China's novel coronavirus has adversely affected sporting events in China. The latest victim is the Chinese Formula One Grand Prix. Also read: Tokyo Olympics CEO calls coronavirus concern 'irresponsible rumours' The Grand Prix was scheduled to take place on April 19 in the Shanghai International Circuit which is approximately 800 kilometres away from Wuhan (the epicentre of the outbreak).

China's novel coronavirus has adversely affected sporting events in China. The latest victim is the Chinese Formula One Grand Prix. Also read: Tokyo Olympics CEO calls coronavirus concern 'irresponsible rumours' The Grand Prix was scheduled to take place on April 19 in the Shanghai International Circuit which is approximately 800 kilometres away from Wuhan (the epicentre of the outbreak). However, due to the outbreak, the governing body has decided to postpone the event. The new date is still to be declared. Also see: Sporting events that fell victim to coronavirus! F1 and FIA made an announcement on Wednesday where they said that they have "accepted a request" from meeting promoters to postpone the race. The 2020 #ChineseGP will be postponed due to the coronavirus outbreak F1 and the FIA have accepted a request from the promoter to postpone the event We will continue to monitor the situation and assess potential alternative dateshttps://t.co/0VImeMSxlV — Formula 1 (@F1) February 12, 2020 × The race was postponed "in view of the continued spread of novel coronavirus", which is now named COVID-19. "The Chinese Grand Prix has always been a very important part of the F1 calendar and the fans are always incredible," Formula 1 management said in a statement. "We all look forward to racing in China as soon as possible and wish everyone in the country the best during this difficult time," it added. The postponing of Shanghai Grand Prix raises doubts over the inaugural F1 race in Vietnam, which is scheduled for two weeks before the race in Shanghai. The virus has entered Vietnam. The Formula One championship will commence with Australian Grand Prix on March 15. The death toll in China's coronavirus leapt to 242 in just one day with over 60,000 infected, China's health ministry said. Hubei's health commission said another 14,840 new cases were reported in the area. The previous record rise in the toll was 103 on February 10. At least 1,355 people have now died nationwide due to the virus. The virus has already spread to at least 27 countries with Singapore reporting 50 new cases.

Chinese F1 Grand Prix postponed due to coronavirus

US warplanes carried out at least one airstrike in Syria’s northeast Hasakah region. The airstrike reportedly comes after an incident at a checkpoint where US soldiers allegedly&nbsp;killed one civilian.

The incident serves to highlight the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-backed-syrian-forces-gain-ground-in-idlib-269853">complex situation in Syria</a>, with the Assad regime and Russian forces battling to reclaim Idlib. However, Turkey's state-owned news agency named Anadolu declared that there were two airstrikes.

TV footage aired on Syrian channels displays residents responding to United States troops along with a man confronting American soldiers and requesting them to leave the village.

Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/dont-do-it-trump-warns-russia-syria-iran-against-killing-civilians-in-idlib-270437">Don’t do it! Trump warns Russia, Syria, Iran against killing civilians in Idlib</a>

The US-led coalition fighting the Islamic State has said that its troops opened fire after they came in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nearly-30-dead-as-russia-syria-regime-press-idlib-assault-279858">contact with hostile forces</a>, though the coalition statement has made no reference to any airstrike in the region.

Providing a succinct summation of the complex political reality of&nbsp;Syria is the regime of President Bashar al-Assad, who has found itself in disputes with both the United States and Turkey. Such is the drive of the Syrian autocrat who wishes to restore draconic Power and control over all of Syria.

US warplanes carried out at least one airstrike in Syria’s northeast Hasakah region. The airstrike reportedly comes after an incident at a checkpoint where US soldiers allegedly killed one civilian.

US warplanes carried out at least one airstrike in Syria’s northeast Hasakah region. The airstrike reportedly comes after an incident at a checkpoint where US soldiers allegedly killed one civilian. The incident serves to highlight the complex situation in Syria, with the Assad regime and Russian forces battling to reclaim Idlib. However, Turkey's state-owned news agency named Anadolu declared that there were two airstrikes. TV footage aired on Syrian channels displays residents responding to United States troops along with a man confronting American soldiers and requesting them to leave the village. Also Read: Don’t do it! Trump warns Russia, Syria, Iran against killing civilians in Idlib The US-led coalition fighting the Islamic State has said that its troops opened fire after they came in contact with hostile forces, though the coalition statement has made no reference to any airstrike in the region. Providing a succinct summation of the complex political reality of Syria is the regime of President Bashar al-Assad, who has found itself in disputes with both the United States and Turkey. Such is the drive of the Syrian autocrat who wishes to restore draconic Power and control over all of Syria.

US carries out air strike in Syria’s northeast region: Report

The <a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions/bigger-challenges-lie-ahead-as-un-completes-73-years-173140">United Nations</a> has identified <a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions/bigger-challenges-lie-ahead-as-un-completes-73-years-173140">US </a>companies such as <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/airbnb-bans-party-houses-after-halloween-shooting-in-california-259567">Airbnb</a>, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/expedia-chief-dara-khosrowshahi-set-to-be-new-uber-ceo-reports-19571">Expedia </a>and <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/google-launches-appeal-against-24-billion-euro-eu-fine-20088">TripAdvisor </a>among 112 firms linked to <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/trumps-west-asia-plan-most-of-west-bank-recognised-as-israel-277297">Israeli </a>settlements which are considered illegal under international law.

The UN report comes in response to a 2016 UN Human Rights Council resolution calling for a "database for all businesses engaged in specific activities related to Israeli settlements in the occupied Palestinian territory".

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The UN rights office said that listing companies in the database was "not, and does not purport to be, a judicial or quasi-judicial process".

Among the businesses on the list are a range of large international companies, including <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/airbnb-bans-party-houses-after-halloween-shooting-in-california-259567">Airbnb</a>, Alstom, Booking.com and <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science-tech/motorola-dynatac-meet-the-worlds-first-cellphone-11061">Motorola </a>Solutions.

"I am conscious this issue has been, and will continue to be, highly contentious," UN rights chief Michelle Bachelet said.

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But she added that the findings had been subject to an "extensive and meticulous review process" and the report "reflects the serious consideration that has been given to this unprecedented and highly complex mandate".

The move was cheered by the Palestinians but slammed as "shameful" by Israel, where officials fear the list could be used to boycott firms with ties to the settlements.

Israel's Prime Minister <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/netanyahu-warns-hamas-after-deadly-west-bank-attacks-184607">Benjamin Netanyahu</a> rejected the list and called it a ''contemptible effort."

"Whoever boycotts us will be boycotted," he added.

Foreign Minister <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-foreign-minister-israel-katz-postpones-dubai-visit-over-security-reasons-273798">Israel Katz</a> labelled the move "a shameful surrender to pressure from countries and organisations who want to harm Israel."

His Palestinian counterpart <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/palestinians-say-us-ambassador-helps-israel-to-annex-part-of-west-bank-226063">Riyad al-Maliki </a>meanwhile described the publication as "a victory for international law and diplomatic efforts."

Israeli settlements established in occupied Palestinian territory are considered to violate international law, and have long been seen as a major obstacle to peace, since they are built on land the Palestinians see as part of their future state.

The United Nations has identified US companies such as Airbnb, Expedia and TripAdvisor among 112 firms linked to Israeli settlements which are considered illegal under international law.

The United Nations has identified US companies such as Airbnb, Expedia and TripAdvisor among 112 firms linked to Israeli settlements which are considered illegal under international law. The UN report comes in response to a 2016 UN Human Rights Council resolution calling for a "database for all businesses engaged in specific activities related to Israeli settlements in the occupied Palestinian territory". Watch: Trump's West Asia Plan: Most Of West Bank Recognised As Israel The UN rights office said that listing companies in the database was "not, and does not purport to be, a judicial or quasi-judicial process". Among the businesses on the list are a range of large international companies, including Airbnb, Alstom, Booking.com and Motorola Solutions. "I am conscious this issue has been, and will continue to be, highly contentious," UN rights chief Michelle Bachelet said. Also read: In policy shift, United States backs Israeli settlements in West Bank But she added that the findings had been subject to an "extensive and meticulous review process" and the report "reflects the serious consideration that has been given to this unprecedented and highly complex mandate". The move was cheered by the Palestinians but slammed as "shameful" by Israel, where officials fear the list could be used to boycott firms with ties to the settlements. Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected the list and called it a ''contemptible effort." "Whoever boycotts us will be boycotted," he added. Foreign Minister Israel Katz labelled the move "a shameful surrender to pressure from countries and organisations who want to harm Israel." His Palestinian counterpart Riyad al-Maliki meanwhile described the publication as "a victory for international law and diplomatic efforts." Israeli settlements established in occupied Palestinian territory are considered to violate international law, and have long been seen as a major obstacle to peace, since they are built on land the Palestinians see as part of their future state.

UN report identifies 112 firms linked to Israeli settlements

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Food giant <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/unilever-shares-slide-after-warning-of-sales-miss-268718">Unilever </a>is going to stop marketing its products for&nbsp;children to keep a check on rising obesity rates, the company said.

The company plans on doing it by directing its advertisements towards parents instead of children.

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"Our promise is a genuine commitment to make and market products to children responsibly," said Matt Close, executive vice president of the firm's global ice cream business.

It will no longer advertise its products by using&nbsp;influencers, celebrities or social media stars who appeal to children under 12 years of age through any media platforms.

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The company which owns several ice cream brands such as&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/unilever-shares-slide-after-warning-of-sales-miss-268718">Ben and Jerry</a>'s, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/unilever-shares-slide-after-warning-of-sales-miss-268718">Kwality Walls</a> and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/unilever-shares-slide-after-warning-of-sales-miss-268718">Twister</a> ice cream said it will limit the use of cartoon characters in its advertising as well.

Ads for <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/unilever-shares-slide-after-warning-of-sales-miss-268718">Unilever </a>ice creams have been pulled in the past over complaints they marketed unhealthy food to children.&nbsp;By the end of 2020 every ice cream in their kids' range will have no more than 110 calories and a maximum of 12g of sugar per portion.

The <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/world-health-organisation-warns-overseas-virus-spread-may-be-tip-of-the-iceberg-279719">World Health Organisation </a>has named childhood obesity as one of the most serious public health issues of the 21st century.

Food giant Unilever is going to stop marketing its products for children to keep a check on rising obesity rates, the company said. The company plans on doing it by directing its advertisements towards parents instead of children.

Food giant Unilever is going to stop marketing its products for children to keep a check on rising obesity rates, the company said. The company plans on doing it by directing its advertisements towards parents instead of children. Also read: Unilever shares slide after warning of sales miss "Our promise is a genuine commitment to make and market products to children responsibly," said Matt Close, executive vice president of the firm's global ice cream business. It will no longer advertise its products by using influencers, celebrities or social media stars who appeal to children under 12 years of age through any media platforms. We’re changing the way we go about marketing and advertising our ice cream, food and drinks to children. Find out more here: https://t.co/GvdSZvGYeK pic.twitter.com/xixkm9h9N3 — Unilever (@Unilever) February 12, 2020 × The company which owns several ice cream brands such as Ben and Jerry's, Kwality Walls and Twister ice cream said it will limit the use of cartoon characters in its advertising as well. Ads for Unilever ice creams have been pulled in the past over complaints they marketed unhealthy food to children. By the end of 2020 every ice cream in their kids' range will have no more than 110 calories and a maximum of 12g of sugar per portion. The World Health Organisation has named childhood obesity as one of the most serious public health issues of the 21st century.

Unilever to stop advertising ice cream for children in bid to tackle obesity

Tokyo Olympic organisers have confirmed that the coronavirus outbreak will not affect the Olympic games.&nbsp;

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Tokyo 2020 CEO Yoshiro Mori has called the scrapping of the games an "irresponsible rumour" in meeting with top IOC (International Olympic Committee) officials.&nbsp;

"With regards to the coronavirus... there are many irresponsible rumours but I would like to make it clear again that we are not considering postponing or cancelling the games," he said

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Tokyo Olympics is set to begin in July.&nbsp;In Japan at least&nbsp;28 cases of coronavirus have been reported, with four in serious condition in hospital.

Another 174 people, including a quarantine officer, have been infected on a cruise ship floating off the Japanese coast.&nbsp;

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<h6>Many sporting events have been affected by the coronavirus outbreak. These events have either been cancelled or postponed.&nbsp;</h6>

The death toll in China's coronavirus leapt to 242 in just one day with over 60,000 infected, China's health ministry said.

Hubei's health commission said another 14,840 new cases were reported in the area. The previous record rise in the toll was 103 on February 10.

In Hubei province, at least 56 million people have been placed under virtual quarantine by Chinese authorities.

Tokyo Olympic organisers have confirmed that the coronavirus outbreak will not affect the Olympic games. Also see: Sporting events that fell victim to coronavirus!

Tokyo Olympic organisers have confirmed that the coronavirus outbreak will not affect the Olympic games. Also see: Sporting events that fell victim to coronavirus! Tokyo 2020 CEO Yoshiro Mori has called the scrapping of the games an "irresponsible rumour" in meeting with top IOC (International Olympic Committee) officials. "With regards to the coronavirus... there are many irresponsible rumours but I would like to make it clear again that we are not considering postponing or cancelling the games," he said × Tokyo Olympics is set to begin in July. In Japan at least 28 cases of coronavirus have been reported, with four in serious condition in hospital. Another 174 people, including a quarantine officer, have been infected on a cruise ship floating off the Japanese coast. The cruise ship with infected people. | AFP Many sporting events have been affected by the coronavirus outbreak. These events have either been cancelled or postponed. The death toll in China's coronavirus leapt to 242 in just one day with over 60,000 infected, China's health ministry said. Hubei's health commission said another 14,840 new cases were reported in the area. The previous record rise in the toll was 103 on February 10. In Hubei province, at least 56 million people have been placed under virtual quarantine by Chinese authorities.

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Two Indians aboard Japan's cruise liner Diamond Princess have tested positive for <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/race-against-time-china-battles-coronavirus-as-death-toll-crosses-1000-108-deaths-in-last-24-hours-280135">coronavirus</a>.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/news-breaking-update-Coronavirus-death-toll-surges-to-highest-in-one-day-in-China-Hubei-province">Also Read:&nbsp;Coronavirus death toll surges to highest in one day in China's Hubei province</a>

The number of those quarantined has risen to 218 on the luxury liner. There are at least 3,500 people onboard the ship.

The cruise ship has been under watch by&nbsp;Japan authorities off the coast of Yokohama.

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On Thursday, Japan's health minister said that some elderly passengers on the&nbsp;quarantined <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/latest-world-news-japan-allows-elderly-to-leave-the-diamond-princess-44-new-cases-confirmed-on-cruise-liner-280409">cruise liner</a> would be allowed to disembark.

The British-flagged liner which had arrived in Yokohama, near Tokyo, on February 3 has been kept quarantined till February 19.

Japan has imposed strict quarantine guidelines on those returning from China's Wuhan which is the epicentre of the virus. Several passengers who had arrived in the country from charter flights were kept in hotels or other facilities as they returned home. They have now been released.

Fears of further spread of the virus spreading continued as China's health ministry said the death toll in coronavirus had leaped to 242 in just one day in Hubei province on Thursday.

Hubei's health commission said another 14,840 new cases were reported in the area. The previous record rise in the toll was 103 on February 10.

Two Indians aboard Japan's cruise liner Diamond Princess have tested positive for coronavirus. Also Read: Coronavirus death toll surges to highest in one day in China's Hubei province The number of those quarantined has risen to 218 on the luxury liner.

Two Indians aboard Japan's cruise liner Diamond Princess have tested positive for coronavirus. Also Read: Coronavirus death toll surges to highest in one day in China's Hubei province The number of those quarantined has risen to 218 on the luxury liner. There are at least 3,500 people onboard the ship. The cruise ship has been under watch by Japan authorities off the coast of Yokohama. Watch Video: On Thursday, Japan's health minister said that some elderly passengers on the quarantined cruise liner would be allowed to disembark. The British-flagged liner which had arrived in Yokohama, near Tokyo, on February 3 has been kept quarantined till February 19. Japan has imposed strict quarantine guidelines on those returning from China's Wuhan which is the epicentre of the virus. Several passengers who had arrived in the country from charter flights were kept in hotels or other facilities as they returned home. They have now been released. Fears of further spread of the virus spreading continued as China's health ministry said the death toll in coronavirus had leaped to 242 in just one day in Hubei province on Thursday. Hubei's health commission said another 14,840 new cases were reported in the area. The previous record rise in the toll was 103 on February 10.

Two Indians aboard cruise liner off Japan coast test positive for coronavirus

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