<p>Former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Monday said that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has the requisite majority in the Assembly and appealed to Governor Lalji Tandon to order a floor test soon.</p>

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<p>"The Chief Minister is running away from the trust vote as he knows that the government lacks a majority. BJP has the majority and we have appealed to the Governor to order the conduct of a floor test at the earliest. He has assured us that he will protect our constitutional rights," Chouhan told reporters.</p>

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<p>"The Chief Minister is trying to defend himself. Governor's orders were not followed. Madhya Pradesh government does not have the constitutional right to run the government even for a single moment," he added.</p>

<p>The Madhya Pradesh Assembly, which met on Monday morning for the Budget session was adjourned immediately after the Governor's address till March 26, in view of coronavirus outbreak.</p>

<p>On Saturday, Madhya Pradesh Governor Lalji Tandon had instructed Kamal Nath to face a trust vote after his address to the state assembly. Today, the chief minister wrote to Governor Tandon and asked for a postponement.</p>

<p>He said some of his MLAs were being held hostage and felt the vote should only be held when everyone is free.</p>


Former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Monday said that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has the requisite majority in the Assembly and appealed to Governor Lalji Tandon to order a floor test soon.

Former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Monday said that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has the requisite majority in the Assembly and appealed to Governor Lalji Tandon to order a floor test soon. Also read: BJP delegation meets MP Governor, requests floor test "The Chief Minister is running away from the trust vote as he knows that the government lacks a majority. BJP has the majority and we have appealed to the Governor to order the conduct of a floor test at the earliest. He has assured us that he will protect our constitutional rights," Chouhan told reporters. Also read: Madhya Pradesh Assembly adjourned till March 26th in view of coronavirus "The Chief Minister is trying to defend himself. Governor's orders were not followed. Madhya Pradesh government does not have the constitutional right to run the government even for a single moment," he added. The Madhya Pradesh Assembly, which met on Monday morning for the Budget session was adjourned immediately after the Governor's address till March 26, in view of coronavirus outbreak. On Saturday, Madhya Pradesh Governor Lalji Tandon had instructed Kamal Nath to face a trust vote after his address to the state assembly. Today, the chief minister wrote to Governor Tandon and asked for a postponement. He said some of his MLAs were being held hostage and felt the vote should only be held when everyone is free.

BJP has majority; have requested governor to order floor test soon: Shivraj Singh Chouhan

<p>Mumbai has been declared as India's most "forgetful" city, as per&nbsp;Uber's Lost and Found Index 2020 --&nbsp;followed by Kolkata and Allahabad.</p>

<p>The list is an annual database compiled by the company, based on what passengers in different countries leave behind in Uber's taxis.</p>

<p>The company published its&nbsp;fourth list published this week.</p>

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<p>Delhi was ranked fourth among the ten most forgetful cities, followed by Bangalore at number five.</p>

<p>The items which were left behind the most were mobile phones, followed by wallet and keys. The list of the top 20 most unique lost items also includes mangoes, safari suits, brooms, military shoes and copies of Becoming, Michelle Obama's memoir.</p>

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<p>Uber found August 3, 2019 to be the "most forgetful" day in its survey. Thursdays and Fridays were the most "forgetful" days of the week, and afternoons - between 1 pm&nbsp;and 3 pm - are the most likely hours when people lose things.</p>


Mumbai has been declared as India's most "forgetful" city, as per Uber's Lost and Found Index 2020 -- followed by Kolkata and Allahabad. The list is an annual database compiled by the company, based on what passengers in different countries leave behind in Uber's taxis.

Mumbai has been declared as India's most "forgetful" city, as per Uber's Lost and Found Index 2020 -- followed by Kolkata and Allahabad. The list is an annual database compiled by the company, based on what passengers in different countries leave behind in Uber's taxis. The company published its fourth list published this week. Also read: Uber cuts losses from Eats business in India with sale to Zomato Delhi was ranked fourth among the ten most forgetful cities, followed by Bangalore at number five. The items which were left behind the most were mobile phones, followed by wallet and keys. The list of the top 20 most unique lost items also includes mangoes, safari suits, brooms, military shoes and copies of Becoming, Michelle Obama's memoir. Also read: Uber launches new partner app in India Uber found August 3, 2019 to be the "most forgetful" day in its survey. Thursdays and Fridays were the most "forgetful" days of the week, and afternoons - between 1 pm and 3 pm - are the most likely hours when people lose things.

Mumbai is India's most 'forgetful' city, says Uber

<p>Even as India-made Covishield is not on European Medicine Agency's (EMA) list that is used for EU green pass, it has become the collateral damage in the inter-EU tussle in the bloc, over the bid to allow Chinese and Russian <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus-vaccine"><strong>vaccines</strong></a> for travellers.</p>

<p>The EU member countries were divided over allowing the Chinese&nbsp;vaccines, Sinopharm and Sino vac, and Russian vaccine&nbsp;Sputnik V as the bloc opens up for travel.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/delhi-new-virus-cytomegalovirus-found-in-covid-patients-394725" hreflang="en">Delhi: New virus, Cytomegalovirus, found in Covid patients</a></strong></p>

<p>Member countries came up with a compromise formula, under which EMA's vaccines list was agreed to be used for the green pass that comes into effect from July 01. EMA has listed four vaccines, which are Comirnaty (Pfizer), <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus">COVID-19</a> vaccine Janssen, Spikevax (previously COVID-19 vaccine Moderna), and AstraZeneca's Vaxzevria.</p>

<p>EMA gives out a commercial list and the body is in charge of the scientific evaluation of medicines/vaccines in view of their marketing authorisation in the EU. The AstraZeneca vaccine produced by Serum Institute of India (Covishield) got a license for commercial use in South Asia, Africa, but not in Europe, due to which SII never even applied for the list.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/cipla-gets-dcgi-nod-to-import-modernas-covid-vaccine-for-restricted-emergency-use-in-india-sources-394590" hreflang="en">Cipla gets DCGI nod to import Moderna's Covid vaccine for restricted emergency use in India: Sources</a></strong></p>

<p>The EU green pass or the Digital Covid&nbsp;Certificate is meant to facilitate safe and free movement during the Covid pandemic within the EU. The certificate serves as proof that a person has been vaccinated against coronavirus, received a negative test result, or recovered from the deadly virus. However, it is not a pre-condition to travel.</p>

<p>EU officials have pointed out, "For the purpose of the Digital COVID Certificate, individual Member States will have the option to accept also vaccinations that have been authorized by the World Health Organization (WHO), such as Covishield."</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-takes-up-covishields-absence-from-the-european-unions-green-pass-list-394418" hreflang="en">India takes up Covishield's absence from the European Union's 'Green Pass' list</a></strong></p>

<p>Each member country is also allowed to use any vaccine that it is okay with. Switzerland has made it clear that anyone&nbsp;who has been vaccinated or who have recovered do not have to produce a negative test even when travelling from countries where the Delta variant is widespread such as India or the United Kingdom. Ireland has listed Covishield&nbsp;as one of the vaccines for travellers coming to the country. Meanwhile, France is "actively working" on allowing Covishield after India raised the matter.</p>

<p>Interestingly, the EU could have used WHO's list of approved vaccines, which included Covishield but it would have implied giving a green light to both Chinese vaccines which the EU is divided on. Covishield, Sinovac, Sinopharm are among the eight vaccines that have been given approval by the&nbsp;WHO.</p>

<p>In a statement to WION, on Monday, European Medicines Agency said Covishield does not currently have a marketing authorisation in the bloc, pointing out that "should we receive a marketing authorization application for Covishield ...we would communicate about it."</p>


Even as India-made Covishield is not on European Medicine Agency's (EMA) list that is used for EU green pass, it has become the collateral damage in the inter-EU tussle in the bloc, over the bid to allow Chinese and Russian vaccines for travellers.

Even as India-made Covishield is not on European Medicine Agency's (EMA) list that is used for EU green pass, it has become the collateral damage in the inter-EU tussle in the bloc, over the bid to allow Chinese and Russian vaccines for travellers. The EU member countries were divided over allowing the Chinese vaccines, Sinopharm and Sino vac, and Russian vaccine Sputnik V as the bloc opens up for travel. Also read | Delhi: New virus, Cytomegalovirus, found in Covid patients Member countries came up with a compromise formula, under which EMA's vaccines list was agreed to be used for the green pass that comes into effect from July 01. EMA has listed four vaccines, which are Comirnaty (Pfizer), COVID-19 vaccine Janssen, Spikevax (previously COVID-19 vaccine Moderna), and AstraZeneca's Vaxzevria. EMA gives out a commercial list and the body is in charge of the scientific evaluation of medicines/vaccines in view of their marketing authorisation in the EU. The AstraZeneca vaccine produced by Serum Institute of India (Covishield) got a license for commercial use in South Asia, Africa, but not in Europe, due to which SII never even applied for the list. Also read | Cipla gets DCGI nod to import Moderna's Covid vaccine for restricted emergency use in India: Sources The EU green pass or the Digital Covid Certificate is meant to facilitate safe and free movement during the Covid pandemic within the EU. The certificate serves as proof that a person has been vaccinated against coronavirus, received a negative test result, or recovered from the deadly virus. However, it is not a pre-condition to travel. EU officials have pointed out, "For the purpose of the Digital COVID Certificate, individual Member States will have the option to accept also vaccinations that have been authorized by the World Health Organization (WHO), such as Covishield." Also read | India takes up Covishield's absence from the European Union's 'Green Pass' list Each member country is also allowed to use any vaccine that it is okay with. Switzerland has made it clear that anyone who has been vaccinated or who have recovered do not have to produce a negative test even when travelling from countries where the Delta variant is widespread such as India or the United Kingdom. Ireland has listed Covishield as one of the vaccines for travellers coming to the country. Meanwhile, France is "actively working" on allowing Covishield after India raised the matter. Interestingly, the EU could have used WHO's list of approved vaccines, which included Covishield but it would have implied giving a green light to both Chinese vaccines which the EU is divided on. Covishield, Sinovac, Sinopharm are among the eight vaccines that have been given approval by the WHO. In a statement to WION, on Monday, European Medicines Agency said Covishield does not currently have a marketing authorisation in the bloc, pointing out that "should we receive a marketing authorization application for Covishield ...we would communicate about it."

Delhi riots: Suspended AAP councillor Tahir Hussain arrested in IB officer murder case

<p>Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Monday instructed the municipal corporations to set up mobile washbasins in the national capital as part of preventive measures to contain the spread of coronavirus. The Chief Minister said that more than 500 beds have been readied for COVID-19 cases in case of an outbreak of the disease.</p>

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<p>He was addressing a media briefing after a review meeting on Delhi government's effort on the ground to contain coronavirus.</p>

<p>"We have ordered all MCD (Municipal Corporation of Delhi) commissioners and all (Sub-Divisional Magistrate) SDM has been asked to install soap and water at different places. They have asked to set up mobile washbasins so that people can wash their hands more frequently. Hand sanitizers will be put at entry and exit points of buildings", said Kejriwal.</p>

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<p>It is spread immediately and if there will be a need for hospitalisations of people. So for that, there are sufficient beds. We have prepared more than 500 beds.</p>

<p>The national capital has reported seven cases of the disease. Among them, one has died, two persons have recovered and 4 are under-recovery, Kejriwal asked people who have been home quarantined to avoid meeting people.</p>

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<p>"We have home quarantine people who came in contact with Delhi's patients. I want to appeal those who have been asked to home quarantine they should strictly follow rules. They should avoid meeting people," he said.</p>

<p>The number of COVID-19 cases in the capital has reached seven. "All gyms, night clubs, spas to be closed till March 31st. Any gathering with more than 50 persons excluding weddings will not be allowed. For weddings also, we request if they can be postponed then please do so," said Kejriwal.</p>

<p>A total of 110 cases of coronavirus, including 17 foreign nationals, have been confirmed across India, Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare said on Sunday.</p>

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Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Monday instructed the municipal corporations to set up mobile washbasins in the national capital as part of preventive measures to contain the spread of coronavirus.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Monday instructed the municipal corporations to set up mobile washbasins in the national capital as part of preventive measures to contain the spread of coronavirus. The Chief Minister said that more than 500 beds have been readied for COVID-19 cases in case of an outbreak of the disease. Also read: Delhi's first covid-19 patient recovers successfully, hails medical facilities as 'best' He was addressing a media briefing after a review meeting on Delhi government's effort on the ground to contain coronavirus. "We have ordered all MCD (Municipal Corporation of Delhi) commissioners and all (Sub-Divisional Magistrate) SDM has been asked to install soap and water at different places. They have asked to set up mobile washbasins so that people can wash their hands more frequently. Hand sanitizers will be put at entry and exit points of buildings", said Kejriwal. Also read: Protests with gathering of over 50 people will not be allowed in Delhi: CM Kejriwal on coronavirus outbreak It is spread immediately and if there will be a need for hospitalisations of people. So for that, there are sufficient beds. We have prepared more than 500 beds. The national capital has reported seven cases of the disease. Among them, one has died, two persons have recovered and 4 are under-recovery, Kejriwal asked people who have been home quarantined to avoid meeting people. × "We have home quarantine people who came in contact with Delhi's patients. I want to appeal those who have been asked to home quarantine they should strictly follow rules. They should avoid meeting people," he said. The number of COVID-19 cases in the capital has reached seven. "All gyms, night clubs, spas to be closed till March 31st. Any gathering with more than 50 persons excluding weddings will not be allowed. For weddings also, we request if they can be postponed then please do so," said Kejriwal. A total of 110 cases of coronavirus, including 17 foreign nationals, have been confirmed across India, Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare said on Sunday.

COVID-19: Delhi govt orders municipal corporation commissioners to set up mobile washbasins

<p>While MPs from several political parties have suggested curtailment of the ongoing Parliament session in the wake of COVID-19 outbreak, senior leaders of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) said there was&nbsp;no plan for rescheduling the session.</p>

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<p>This comes even as several MPs in and outside the House suggested that Parliament should be adjourned till the government is fully assured of containing coronavirus.</p>

<p>"I believe that the session will end at its scheduled time," stated a senior leader of BJP.</p>

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<p>Another senior leader in the BJP said that adequate precautions are being taken to ensure that coronavirus doesn't spread and that there is no question of a curtailed session.</p>

<p>"It would send a wrong message if we adjourn the session sine die. We are geared up to fight the coronavirus scare and do not think that there would be curtailing the session in wake of the virus scare," said a senior BJP leader.</p>

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<p>However, a BJP minister 'hoped' that Parliament would not jeopardise the health of its members, and maybe adjourned&nbsp;next week.</p>

<p>Congress MP Shashi Tharoor too seemed to have concerns about the ongoing Parliament session in wake of the coronavirus outbreak.</p>

<p>"If any MP comes with coronavirus in the Parliament and suppose that MP is unaware of his or her being infected with the virus then many can get infected here. When the government is saying that people should avoid large gatherings, then Parliament should need to consider it," stated Tharoor, while speaking to ANI.</p>

<p>Many MPs across the parties from both Houses expressed concern over continued Parliament session.</p>

<p>AIADMK's S R Balasubramanian, while sharing his thoughts on coronavirus in Rajya Sabha, suggested that Parliament should be adjourned earlier than its scheduled date.</p>


While MPs from several political parties have suggested curtailment of the ongoing Parliament session in the wake of COVID-19 outbreak, senior leaders of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) said there was no plan for rescheduling the session.

While MPs from several political parties have suggested curtailment of the ongoing Parliament session in the wake of COVID-19 outbreak, senior leaders of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) said there was no plan for rescheduling the session. Also read: Protests with gathering of over 50 people will not be allowed in Delhi: CM Kejriwal on coronavirus outbreak This comes even as several MPs in and outside the House suggested that Parliament should be adjourned till the government is fully assured of containing coronavirus. "I believe that the session will end at its scheduled time," stated a senior leader of BJP. Also read: Pompeo, Jaishankar hold telephonic conversation, discuss COVID-19 developments Another senior leader in the BJP said that adequate precautions are being taken to ensure that coronavirus doesn't spread and that there is no question of a curtailed session. "It would send a wrong message if we adjourn the session sine die. We are geared up to fight the coronavirus scare and do not think that there would be curtailing the session in wake of the virus scare," said a senior BJP leader. × However, a BJP minister 'hoped' that Parliament would not jeopardise the health of its members, and maybe adjourned next week. Congress MP Shashi Tharoor too seemed to have concerns about the ongoing Parliament session in wake of the coronavirus outbreak. "If any MP comes with coronavirus in the Parliament and suppose that MP is unaware of his or her being infected with the virus then many can get infected here. When the government is saying that people should avoid large gatherings, then Parliament should need to consider it," stated Tharoor, while speaking to ANI. Many MPs across the parties from both Houses expressed concern over continued Parliament session. AIADMK's S R Balasubramanian, while sharing his thoughts on coronavirus in Rajya Sabha, suggested that Parliament should be adjourned earlier than its scheduled date.

COVID-19: Govt unwilling to curtail Parliament session

<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday praised the efforts of doctors, nurses, municipal workers and other citizens in fighting the coronavirus pandemic.</p>

<p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/emergency-fund-rapid-response-team-all-what-india-offered-to-saarc-286564"><strong>Emergency fund, rapid response team: All what India offered to SAARC</strong></a></p>

<p>PM Modi&nbsp;took to Twitter, sharing the experiences of people and replying to them. "Many people are highlighting different aspects of how India is combating COVID-19. This is certainly boosting the morale of all those doctors, nurses, municipal workers, airport staff and all other remarkable people at the forefront of fighting COVID-19. #IndiaFightsCorona," the Prime Minister tweeted.</p>

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<p>In a series of tweets, PM&nbsp;Modi shared people's experiences and replied to them individually. A user handle @muglikar_ tweeted, "Cancelled all my meetings. Employees work from home. The office is locked down. All business travel suspended. Being a responsible employer and citizen is first. Safety first. Prevention is better."To this Prime Minister Modi replied with a tweet, "A wise call.</p>

<p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/coronavirus-pm-modi-suggests-g20-link-up-to-deal-with-the-crisis-286478"><strong>Coronavirus: PM Modi suggests G20 link up to deal with the crisis</strong></a>&nbsp;</p>

<p>Avoiding non-essential travel and minimising social outings are welcome steps. #IndiaFightsCorona"Another user Hemant Rathi wrote, "Super-impressed! The local PHC health official visited to check on my health as I had returned from Singapore recently on March 7. The forms we fill at immigration are being used #coronavirus Thank you for being so pro-active!"</p>

<p>The prime minister replied tweeting, "At all levels, various authorities are working in sync to ensure COVID-19 does not spread."</p>

<p>Another user Kushan Mitra wrote, "Someone I know was on the Shatabdi train with the Bengaluru #COVID19 runaway. He got a message to get tested immediately."Prime Minister replied with advice, "Responsible citizens can add great strength to the fight against COVID-19. I am sure our citizens will not do anything that puts the lives of others in danger. #IndiaFightsCorona" Prime Minister further tweeted, "Our doctors, nurses, healthcare workers are putting great efforts. They are out there, helping people. We will always cherish their contribution. #IndiaFightsCorona."</p>

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<p>"Doing our best to ensure everyone is healthy and those showing symptoms get proper care," Modi tweeted on the experience of another user about how the government is handling the situation to contain the spread of coronavirus.</p>


Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday praised the efforts of doctors, nurses, municipal workers and other citizens in fighting the coronavirus pandemic. Also read: Emergency fund, rapid response team: All what India offered to SAARC PM Modi took to Twitter, sharing the experiences of people and replying to them.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday praised the efforts of doctors, nurses, municipal workers and other citizens in fighting the coronavirus pandemic. Also read: Emergency fund, rapid response team: All what India offered to SAARC PM Modi took to Twitter, sharing the experiences of people and replying to them. "Many people are highlighting different aspects of how India is combating COVID-19. This is certainly boosting the morale of all those doctors, nurses, municipal workers, airport staff and all other remarkable people at the forefront of fighting COVID-19. #IndiaFightsCorona," the Prime Minister tweeted. Our doctors, nurses, healthcare workers are putting great efforts. They are out there, helping people. We will always cherish their contribution. #IndiaFightsCorona https://t.co/aTJIBF3Akz — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 16, 2020 × In a series of tweets, PM Modi shared people's experiences and replied to them individually. A user handle @muglikar_ tweeted, "Cancelled all my meetings. Employees work from home. The office is locked down. All business travel suspended. Being a responsible employer and citizen is first. Safety first. Prevention is better."To this Prime Minister Modi replied with a tweet, "A wise call. Also read: Coronavirus: PM Modi suggests G20 link up to deal with the crisis Avoiding non-essential travel and minimising social outings are welcome steps. #IndiaFightsCorona"Another user Hemant Rathi wrote, "Super-impressed! The local PHC health official visited to check on my health as I had returned from Singapore recently on March 7. The forms we fill at immigration are being used #coronavirus Thank you for being so pro-active!" The prime minister replied tweeting, "At all levels, various authorities are working in sync to ensure COVID-19 does not spread." Another user Kushan Mitra wrote, "Someone I know was on the Shatabdi train with the Bengaluru #COVID19 runaway. He got a message to get tested immediately."Prime Minister replied with advice, "Responsible citizens can add great strength to the fight against COVID-19. I am sure our citizens will not do anything that puts the lives of others in danger. #IndiaFightsCorona" Prime Minister further tweeted, "Our doctors, nurses, healthcare workers are putting great efforts. They are out there, helping people. We will always cherish their contribution. #IndiaFightsCorona." Responsible citizens can add great strength to the fight against COVID-19. I am sure our citizens will not do any thing that puts the lives of others in danger. #IndiaFightsCorona https://t.co/HVkdLKPpkS — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 16, 2020 × "Doing our best to ensure everyone is healthy and those showing symptoms get proper care," Modi tweeted on the experience of another user about how the government is handling the situation to contain the spread of coronavirus.

PM Modi praises efforts of doctors, nurses, municipal workers in fighting COVID-19

<p>A day after the family members of the four death row convicts in Nirbhya gangrape and murder case sought the President's permission for euthanasia, Asha Devi, the mother of the victim,&nbsp;appealed for justice saying she has also been suffering for the past seven years.</p>

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<p>"I would also want to appeal to the President to help me get justice for my daughter as well. People know me and my children by the name of Nirbhaya. I have also been dying for the last seven years," Asha Devi told ANI on Monday.</p>

<p>She said that she had to cope with people's taunts about how she created a drama in these last seven years.</p>

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<p>"I have to listen to all the things and taunts of the people say. People say I am creating a drama. I want to tell the whole country that if there someone who has been a victim to a crime and her/his family is demanding justice, and if this is a drama then I want to say that yes I am creating a drama," she said.</p>

<p>"The whole country should indulge in the drama in order to ensure justice is served to our girls," she added. However, she expressed optimism that the convicts will now be hanged to death on schedule, March 20, without further postponing the execution.</p>

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<p>"There is no fear because all the courts know how these dates have been postponed. Execution dates used to get postponed because they had remedies available. But now, neither of the convicts has any mercy plea left," Asha Devi said.</p>

<p>A 23-year-old paramedic student, referred to as Nirbhaya, was brutally gang-raped and assaulted by six men in a moving bus in Delhi in December 2012 and was thrown out on the road. She succumbed to her injuries at a Singapore hospital on December 29, 2012.</p>

<p>Ram Singh, one of the six accused in the case, allegedly committed suicide in Delhi's Tihar Jail. A juvenile convict was released from a reformation home after serving a three-year term.</p>

<p>In 2017, the Supreme Court upheld the capital punishment awarded to the remaining four by the Delhi High Court and the trial court. Since then, the death row convicts have taken several legal recourse to have their punishment mitigated.</p>

<p>"I only have faith in the Supreme Court now that whatever decision will be made, will be in our favour and in the country's favour as well because this is not about justice for Nirbhaya, it is about justice and safety for all the girls in the country," she added.</p>


A day after the family members of the four death row convicts in Nirbhya gangrape and murder case sought the President's permission for euthanasia, Asha Devi, the mother of the victim, appealed for justice saying she has also been suffering for the past seven years.

A day after the family members of the four death row convicts in Nirbhya gangrape and murder case sought the President's permission for euthanasia, Asha Devi, the mother of the victim, appealed for justice saying she has also been suffering for the past seven years. Also read: Delhi court reserves order on Nirbhaya convict's plea seeking stay on execution "I would also want to appeal to the President to help me get justice for my daughter as well. People know me and my children by the name of Nirbhaya. I have also been dying for the last seven years," Asha Devi told ANI on Monday. She said that she had to cope with people's taunts about how she created a drama in these last seven years. Also read: Rishi Kapoor quotes famous line from 'Damini' to express anger over Nirbhaya rape case verdict "I have to listen to all the things and taunts of the people say. People say I am creating a drama. I want to tell the whole country that if there someone who has been a victim to a crime and her/his family is demanding justice, and if this is a drama then I want to say that yes I am creating a drama," she said. "The whole country should indulge in the drama in order to ensure justice is served to our girls," she added. However, she expressed optimism that the convicts will now be hanged to death on schedule, March 20, without further postponing the execution. × "There is no fear because all the courts know how these dates have been postponed. Execution dates used to get postponed because they had remedies available. But now, neither of the convicts has any mercy plea left," Asha Devi said. A 23-year-old paramedic student, referred to as Nirbhaya, was brutally gang-raped and assaulted by six men in a moving bus in Delhi in December 2012 and was thrown out on the road. She succumbed to her injuries at a Singapore hospital on December 29, 2012. Ram Singh, one of the six accused in the case, allegedly committed suicide in Delhi's Tihar Jail. A juvenile convict was released from a reformation home after serving a three-year term. In 2017, the Supreme Court upheld the capital punishment awarded to the remaining four by the Delhi High Court and the trial court. Since then, the death row convicts have taken several legal recourse to have their punishment mitigated. "I only have faith in the Supreme Court now that whatever decision will be made, will be in our favour and in the country's favour as well because this is not about justice for Nirbhaya, it is about justice and safety for all the girls in the country," she added.

Have been dying for seven years: Nirbhaya's mother on kin of convicts seeking euthanasia

<p>Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Shaktikanta Das on Monday said Covid-19 could impact India directly through trade channels, even though the Indian economy was relatively insulated from the global value chain. He also announced measures to mitigate the ramifications of coronavirus outbreak on the economy.</p>

<p>The central bank chief, while addressing the media in New Delhi, said that the RBI has proposed to conduct another six months USD sell/buy swap on March 23 to provide liquidity to markets, adding, "to further improve monetary transmission, RBI will conduct long-term repo operation (LTRO) in multiple tranches upto Rs 1,000 crore at policy rate."</p>

<p>RBI has been taking calibrated measures in the past few days, and has several policy instruments at its command and stands ready.</p>

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<p>"Second round of effects of the pandemic could operate through a slowdown in the domestic economic growth and it would obviously be a result of synchronised slowdown in global growth and as a part of that, the growth momentum in India would also be impacted somewhat," Das added.</p>

<p>"I am not ruling out any possibility," Das said, when asked about the anticipated rate cut. He, however, did not announce any rate cut.</p>

<p>RBI, Das said, has been monitoring the situation, and an announcement will only be made after further assessment.</p>

<p>The coronavirus pandemic originated in China, but the epicentre has now moved to Europe. Italy and Spain are the worst-hit, forcing both the nations to go on complete lock-down.</p>

<p>Since the oubreak in mid-November last year, over 6,500 people have been killed.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/coronavirus-cases-in-maharashtra-surge-to-38-286696"><strong>Also read: Coronavirus cases in Maharashtra surge to 38</strong></a></p>


Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Shaktikanta Das on Monday said Covid-19 could impact India directly through trade channels, even though the Indian economy was relatively insulated from the global value chain.

Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Shaktikanta Das on Monday said Covid-19 could impact India directly through trade channels, even though the Indian economy was relatively insulated from the global value chain. He also announced measures to mitigate the ramifications of coronavirus outbreak on the economy. The central bank chief, while addressing the media in New Delhi, said that the RBI has proposed to conduct another six months USD sell/buy swap on March 23 to provide liquidity to markets, adding, "to further improve monetary transmission, RBI will conduct long-term repo operation (LTRO) in multiple tranches upto Rs 1,000 crore at policy rate." RBI has been taking calibrated measures in the past few days, and has several policy instruments at its command and stands ready. Also read: 16 myths on coronavirus pandemic "Second round of effects of the pandemic could operate through a slowdown in the domestic economic growth and it would obviously be a result of synchronised slowdown in global growth and as a part of that, the growth momentum in India would also be impacted somewhat," Das added. "I am not ruling out any possibility," Das said, when asked about the anticipated rate cut. He, however, did not announce any rate cut. RBI, Das said, has been monitoring the situation, and an announcement will only be made after further assessment. The coronavirus pandemic originated in China, but the epicentre has now moved to Europe. Italy and Spain are the worst-hit, forcing both the nations to go on complete lock-down. Since the oubreak in mid-November last year, over 6,500 people have been killed. Also read: Coronavirus cases in Maharashtra surge to 38

RBI guv says COVID-19 could impact India through trade channels, announces measures to mitigate effect

<p>The British way of colonialism has often been a topic of vigorous discussion -- for the world and UK alike. A little more for the latter as a recent polls has suggested Britain misses its empire more than other post-colonial powers.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/main-points-of-uk-budget-dominated-by-coronovirus-285702">Main points of UK budget dominated by coronovirus</a></p>

<p>A YouGov survey, shared with the Guardian, had a shocking number of people -- over a quarter of those surveyed -- saying they would still like to have an empire. These people believe the British Empire left its former colonies "better off", succinctly reaffirming the notion about how Britain educates citizens about its colonial past vis-a-vis how the rest of the world feels about it.</p>

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<p>The said results have been interpreted by some as "a proxy for high levels of nationalist sentiment," particularly in the context of Brexit.</p>

<p>Majority of the responses said their former empires were "neither something to be proud nor ashamed of". These responders include 37 per cent of Britons. Nearly 50 per cent said they wouldn't like Britain to still have an empire.</p>

<p>Oku Ekpenyon, founder of Memorial 2007, a campaign for a slavery memorial to be built in London, described the results as 'alarming'.</p>

<p>Nigel Biggar, regius professor of moral and pastoral theology at Christ Church College, Oxford, however, begged to differ. He said, "The fact that only a minority of 32 per cent said empire was something to be proud of meant that if the post-colonialists really want to hound imperial flag-wavers, they should go after the Dutch."</p>

<p>Popular opinion also says that the likelihood that a country believes it left its former colonies better off appears to be correlated to the extent and openness of the national debate about empire.</p>

<p>Only Netherlands appeared to be more proud of its imperial history than the Britain. Half of the Dutch, in the survey, said they were more proud than ashamed of their history.</p>

<p>Germans were the least likely to be proud of its colonial past -- amounting to only 9 per cent.</p>

<p>The data on empire attitudes was collected between June 10, 2019 and December 17, 2019.</p>


The British way of colonialism has often been a topic of vigorous discussion -- for the world and UK alike. A little more for the latter as a recent polls has suggested Britain misses its empire more than other post-colonial powers.

The British way of colonialism has often been a topic of vigorous discussion -- for the world and UK alike. A little more for the latter as a recent polls has suggested Britain misses its empire more than other post-colonial powers. Also read: Main points of UK budget dominated by coronovirus A YouGov survey, shared with the Guardian, had a shocking number of people -- over a quarter of those surveyed -- saying they would still like to have an empire. These people believe the British Empire left its former colonies "better off", succinctly reaffirming the notion about how Britain educates citizens about its colonial past vis-a-vis how the rest of the world feels about it. Also read: UK royals set for last big get together before Harry and Meghan's exit The said results have been interpreted by some as "a proxy for high levels of nationalist sentiment," particularly in the context of Brexit. Majority of the responses said their former empires were "neither something to be proud nor ashamed of". These responders include 37 per cent of Britons. Nearly 50 per cent said they wouldn't like Britain to still have an empire. Oku Ekpenyon, founder of Memorial 2007, a campaign for a slavery memorial to be built in London, described the results as 'alarming'. Nigel Biggar, regius professor of moral and pastoral theology at Christ Church College, Oxford, however, begged to differ. He said, "The fact that only a minority of 32 per cent said empire was something to be proud of meant that if the post-colonialists really want to hound imperial flag-wavers, they should go after the Dutch." Popular opinion also says that the likelihood that a country believes it left its former colonies better off appears to be correlated to the extent and openness of the national debate about empire. Only Netherlands appeared to be more proud of its imperial history than the Britain. Half of the Dutch, in the survey, said they were more proud than ashamed of their history. Germans were the least likely to be proud of its colonial past -- amounting to only 9 per cent. The data on empire attitudes was collected between June 10, 2019 and December 17, 2019.

UK misses its empire more than other ex-colonial powers, 33% think colonies 'better off', poll finds

<p>The entire internet was left baffled when British Chancellor Rishi Sunak's budget briefcase appeared to drastically change colours on live television. The magical change in colour -- from red to green -- was captured by SkyNews on Monday as Sunak was walking along the pavement carrying the folder in his right hand.</p>

<p>The Tory Cabinet Minister had prepared for his first Budget speech in the job promising an action plan on coronavirus.</p>

<p>In a very filmy turn of events, as Sunak strolled past a parked car, the red folder -- he was originally carrying -- was obscured from view for a few moments. And as he emerged from the other side of the car, the folder had magically changed colour to green.</p>

<p>The TV clip sent the internet in a frenzy -- with people trying to decipher the change in colour. The most likely theory that emerged has something to do with the TV camera. People said it might have been set to "green screen" blocks of colour.</p>

<p>There was a horde of interesting tweets.</p>

<p>Owen Jones tweeted: "Unless someone can convincingly explain why his folder suddenly changes colour, none of us will ever truly be at peace."</p>

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<p>Dr Jennifer Cassidy said: "As #Budget2020 is upon us, is it strange that I'm extremely preoccupied with the Chancellor Rishi Sunak magically changing folder colour. Watch closely."</p>

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The entire internet was left baffled when British Chancellor Rishi Sunak's budget briefcase appeared to drastically change colours on live television. The magical change in colour -- from red to green -- was captured by SkyNews on Monday as Sunak was walking along the pavement carrying the folder in his right hand.

The entire internet was left baffled when British Chancellor Rishi Sunak's budget briefcase appeared to drastically change colours on live television. The magical change in colour -- from red to green -- was captured by SkyNews on Monday as Sunak was walking along the pavement carrying the folder in his right hand. The Tory Cabinet Minister had prepared for his first Budget speech in the job promising an action plan on coronavirus. In a very filmy turn of events, as Sunak strolled past a parked car, the red folder -- he was originally carrying -- was obscured from view for a few moments. And as he emerged from the other side of the car, the folder had magically changed colour to green. The TV clip sent the internet in a frenzy -- with people trying to decipher the change in colour. The most likely theory that emerged has something to do with the TV camera. People said it might have been set to "green screen" blocks of colour. There was a horde of interesting tweets. Owen Jones tweeted: "Unless someone can convincingly explain why his folder suddenly changes colour, none of us will ever truly be at peace." Unless someone can convincingly explain why his folder suddenly changes colour, none of us will ever truly be at peace pic.twitter.com/jDTLTFOMu8 — Owen Jones🌹 (@OwenJones84) March 11, 2020 × Dr Jennifer Cassidy said: "As #Budget2020 is upon us, is it strange that I'm extremely preoccupied with the Chancellor Rishi Sunak magically changing folder colour. Watch closely." As #Budget2020 is upon us, is it strange that I’m extremely preoccupied with the Chancellors Rishi Sunak magically changing folder colour. Watch closely. pic.twitter.com/kDDkivasg5 — Dr. Jennifer Cassidy (@OxfordDiplomat) March 11, 2020 × There were other reactions as well. Well this is bizarre. — Helene von Bismarck (@HeleneBismarck) March 11, 2020 × Witchcraft! Avert your eyes children! — rhodri phillips (@rhodriphillips6) March 11, 2020 ×

Rishi Sunak's budget briefcase just changed colour on live television. And internet is baffled

<p>Standing tall against the towering standards of beauty, and learning to be confident despite them isn't always an easy task. And not only for adults, but also for children. Toddlers too.</p>

<p>Ask Ariyonna -- all of four, but quite conscious of how she looks.</p>

<p>An Instagram video, featuring her crying over her how she looks, has gone viral. In the said video, little Ariyonna is seen getting her locks taken care of by a hairdresser. She then looks into the camera and states, "I am ugly!"</p>

<p>Stylist Shabria, identified as Little Wave Daddy on Instagram then pulls the little girl in a warm hug. She says, "Don't say that! You are so pretty! You have this beautiful chocolate skin."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"When you look at yourself you suppose to say 'I am so pretty' - you got the prettiest little dimples, you are so cute," she adds.</p>

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<p style=" margin:8px 0 0 0; padding:0 4px;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/tv/B9Xr7P7lhxh/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" style=" color:#000; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none; word-wrap:break-word;" target="_blank">While doing her hair she had alllll the energy in the world then out of nowhere she stares at herself and gets soooo discouraged 😢 it broke my heart into pieces because she has the GREATEST energy and the most beautiful smile and heart ! She comes from a great home &amp; loving mother . I just think when kids go to school they learn and pick up sooo much different things that they don’t know the definition but they know the feeling ! Keep her in your prayers and keep lifting up our future !!!</a></p>

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<p>The heartrending moment has acquired massive support across the Internet. While people are praising the hairdresser for her generous act, they are also questioning the societal norms that could even hamper the confidence of a four-year old.</p>

<p>Shabria detailed the incident on her Instagram post. She wrote, "We Must UPLIFT Our Queens. While doing her hair she had alllll the energy in the world, then out of nowhere she stares at herself and gets soooo discouraged.</p>

<p>"It broke my heart into pieces because she has the GREATEST energy and the most beautiful smile and heart ! She comes from a great home &amp; loving mother . I just think when kids go to school they learn and pick up sooo much different things that they don’t know the definition but they know the feeling! Keep her in your prayers and keep lifting up our future!!!"</p>

<p>Entire Insta-verse obliged -- including former first lady of the United States - Michelle Obama. She supported the little girl, and praised the hairdresser on her Instagram story.</p>

<p>Oscar winner Matthew Cherry, who won accolades this year for his animated short 'Hair Love', also chimed in. 'Hair Love' is a seven-minute long animated short film centering on the relationship between an African-American father, Stephen, his daughter, Zuri and her hair.</p>

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<p>Several other celebrities also tweeted in support of Ariyonna.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">In tears over this. Somebody told this child this and her heart broke and her confidence broke and she believed it. Thank God for this beautiful spirit in her life to tell her differently. This video shows how deeply we harm each other. And fully we can lift each other up. <a href="https://t.co/O3VXlGWis0">https://t.co/O3VXlGWis0</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">UPDATE: The hairdresser in the video, <a href="https://twitter.com/LilWaveDaddy?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@lilwavedaddy</a>, gave this sweet baby a simple affirmation and she can’t stop saying it.<br />
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Sad tears to happy tears 🙏🏾🙌🏾 <a href="https://t.co/Jt40VeEePA">https://t.co/Jt40VeEePA</a> <a href="https://t.co/DuZfpqont2">pic.twitter.com/DuZfpqont2</a></p>
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Standing tall against the towering standards of beauty, and learning to be confident despite them isn't always an easy task. And not only for adults, but also for children.

Standing tall against the towering standards of beauty, and learning to be confident despite them isn't always an easy task. And not only for adults, but also for children. Toddlers too. Ask Ariyonna -- all of four, but quite conscious of how she looks. An Instagram video, featuring her crying over her how she looks, has gone viral. In the said video, little Ariyonna is seen getting her locks taken care of by a hairdresser. She then looks into the camera and states, "I am ugly!" Stylist Shabria, identified as Little Wave Daddy on Instagram then pulls the little girl in a warm hug. She says, "Don't say that! You are so pretty! You have this beautiful chocolate skin." "When you look at yourself you suppose to say 'I am so pretty' - you got the prettiest little dimples, you are so cute," she adds. View this post on Instagram While doing her hair she had alllll the energy in the world then out of nowhere she stares at herself and gets soooo discouraged 😢 it broke my heart into pieces because she has the GREATEST energy and the most beautiful smile and heart ! She comes from a great home & loving mother . I just think when kids go to school they learn and pick up sooo much different things that they don’t know the definition but they know the feeling ! Keep her in your prayers and keep lifting up our future !!! A post shared by We All Value Equality 🧑🏼‍🎤💚 (@lilwavedaddy) on Mar 5, 2020 at 3:24pm PST × The heartrending moment has acquired massive support across the Internet. While people are praising the hairdresser for her generous act, they are also questioning the societal norms that could even hamper the confidence of a four-year old. Shabria detailed the incident on her Instagram post. She wrote, "We Must UPLIFT Our Queens. While doing her hair she had alllll the energy in the world, then out of nowhere she stares at herself and gets soooo discouraged. "It broke my heart into pieces because she has the GREATEST energy and the most beautiful smile and heart ! She comes from a great home & loving mother . I just think when kids go to school they learn and pick up sooo much different things that they don’t know the definition but they know the feeling! Keep her in your prayers and keep lifting up our future!!!" Entire Insta-verse obliged -- including former first lady of the United States - Michelle Obama. She supported the little girl, and praised the hairdresser on her Instagram story. Oscar winner Matthew Cherry, who won accolades this year for his animated short 'Hair Love', also chimed in. 'Hair Love' is a seven-minute long animated short film centering on the relationship between an African-American father, Stephen, his daughter, Zuri and her hair. Hey #ArtTwitter can we get a collection of drawings together of this sweet little girl who mistakenly called herself ugly like the one @LeislAdams did so we can get a collection of them to her and the hairdresser @LilWaveDaddy that encouraged her. Make sure to include the dimples https://t.co/PyG6wRpnrv — Matthew A. Cherry (@MatthewACherry) March 7, 2020 × Several other celebrities also tweeted in support of Ariyonna. In tears over this. Somebody told this child this and her heart broke and her confidence broke and she believed it. Thank God for this beautiful spirit in her life to tell her differently. This video shows how deeply we harm each other. And fully we can lift each other up. https://t.co/O3VXlGWis0 — Ava DuVernay (@ava) March 7, 2020 × UPDATE: The hairdresser in the video, @lilwavedaddy, gave this sweet baby a simple affirmation and she can’t stop saying it. “I’m BLACK AND BEAUTIFUL! Thank you everyone!” Sad tears to happy tears 🙏🏾🙌🏾 https://t.co/Jt40VeEePA pic.twitter.com/DuZfpqont2 — brittany packnett cunningham (@MsPackyetti) March 7, 2020 ×

Heartbreaking video of a four-year-old girl telling her hairdresser 'she's ugly' goes viral

<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said the government was fully vigilant about the situation that has arisen&nbsp;in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak. He also urged people to not panic, and follow necessary precautions while travelling.</p>

<p>PM Modi also said no minister from the Central government would travel abroad in the upcoming days.</p>

<p>"Say No to Panic, Say Yes to Precautions. No Minister of the Central Government will travel abroad in the upcoming days. I urge our countrymen to also avoid non-essential travel. We can break the chain of spread and ensure safety of all by avoiding large gatherings," PM Modi posted on Twitter.</p>

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<p>He added, "The Government is fully vigilant about the situation due to COVID-19 Novel Coronavirus. Across ministries &amp; states, multiple steps have been proactively taken to ensure safety of all. These steps are wide-ranging, from suspension of Visas to augmenting healthcare capacities."</p>

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<p>The World Health Organisation (WHO) on Wednesday declared the outbreak a pandemic as since its start in December, more than 1,20,000 people have been infected, and the cases outside China have risen 13-fold over the last two weeks.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, two&nbsp;cases of novel Coronavirus, or Covid-19, were confirmed in Mumbai on Wednesday -- the first cases of the city. The total number of cases in India has now risen to 68. Of these, Kerala houses the highest number of cases -- 17; Maharashtra has 10.</p>

<p>The Indian government has&nbsp;taken a series of measures -- including&nbsp;suspension of visas of all foreign nationals coming to the country till April 15.</p>

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said the government was fully vigilant about the situation that has arisen in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak. He also urged people to not panic, and follow necessary precautions while travelling.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said the government was fully vigilant about the situation that has arisen in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak. He also urged people to not panic, and follow necessary precautions while travelling. PM Modi also said no minister from the Central government would travel abroad in the upcoming days. "Say No to Panic, Say Yes to Precautions. No Minister of the Central Government will travel abroad in the upcoming days. I urge our countrymen to also avoid non-essential travel. We can break the chain of spread and ensure safety of all by avoiding large gatherings," PM Modi posted on Twitter. Say No to Panic, Say Yes to Precautions. No Minister of the Central Government will travel abroad in the upcoming days. I urge our countrymen to also avoid non-essential travel. We can break the chain of spread and ensure safety of all by avoiding large gatherings. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 12, 2020 × He added, "The Government is fully vigilant about the situation due to COVID-19 Novel Coronavirus. Across ministries & states, multiple steps have been proactively taken to ensure safety of all. These steps are wide-ranging, from suspension of Visas to augmenting healthcare capacities." The Government is fully vigilant about the situation due to COVID-19 Novel Coronavirus . Across ministries & states, multiple steps have been proactively taken to ensure safety of all. These steps are wide-ranging, from suspension of Visas to augmenting healthcare capacities. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 12, 2020 × The World Health Organisation (WHO) on Wednesday declared the outbreak a pandemic as since its start in December, more than 1,20,000 people have been infected, and the cases outside China have risen 13-fold over the last two weeks. Meanwhile, two cases of novel Coronavirus, or Covid-19, were confirmed in Mumbai on Wednesday -- the first cases of the city. The total number of cases in India has now risen to 68. Of these, Kerala houses the highest number of cases -- 17; Maharashtra has 10. The Indian government has taken a series of measures -- including suspension of visas of all foreign nationals coming to the country till April 15.

'Say No to Panic, Yes to Precautions': PM Modi on coronavirus outbreak

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