Amid a surge in coronavirus (COVID-19) positivity rate in some parts of India, the central government on Tuesday (April 19) wrote a letter to some states, advising them to take pre-emptive actions in case required.&nbsp;

Rajesh Bhushan, who is the country's Union health secretary, suggested the five states to follow the strategy of "test-track-treat-vaccination and adherence to covid-19 appropriate behaviour".&nbsp;

In the letter, it is written that appropriate Covid measures must be considered and wearing masks in crowded places has been emphasised.&nbsp;

Bhushan wrote, "These are few states which are reporting a higher contribution to India's caseload and a higher positivity rate."&nbsp;

"The Centre advised all states and UTs to follow a risk assessment based approach on the opening of economic and social activities without losing the gains made so far in the fight against the pandemic," he added.&nbsp;

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The five states mentioned in the letter include Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Mizoram, Maharashtra and Delhi. The health ministry has advised all states to continue monitoring the spread of infection.&nbsp;

"It is essential that state must maintain a strict watch and take preemptive action if required in any areas of concern to control any emerging spread of the infection," said Bhushan in the letter.&nbsp;

He added that laxity at any level may nullify the gains achieved in Covid management so far.&nbsp;

On Tuesday (April 19) Covid data shows a steep decline in cases - 1,247 infections - as compared to 2,183 on Monday.&nbsp;

However, the sudden rise in cases caused panic as concerns regarding the speculative fourth wave, lockdowns and restrictions were raised.&nbsp;

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Delhi has reported an increase in the number of new cases from 998 in the week ending April 12 to 2,671 in the week ending April 19.&nbsp;

Haryana has reported an increase in the number of new cases from 521 in the week ending April 12 to 1,299 in the week ending April 19.&nbsp;

Uttar Pradesh has reported an increase in the number of new cases from 217 in the week ending April 12 to 637 in the week ending April 19.&nbsp;

Maharashtra has reported 693 new cases in the week ending April 19.&nbsp;

Mizoram has reported 539 new Covid cases in the week ending April 19.&nbsp;

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Amid a surge in coronavirus (COVID-19) positivity rate in some parts of India, the central government on Tuesday (April 19) wrote a letter to some states, advising them to take pre-emptive actions in case required.

Amid a surge in coronavirus (COVID-19) positivity rate in some parts of India, the central government on Tuesday (April 19) wrote a letter to some states, advising them to take pre-emptive actions in case required. Rajesh Bhushan, who is the country's Union health secretary, suggested the five states to follow the strategy of "test-track-treat-vaccination and adherence to covid-19 appropriate behaviour". In the letter, it is written that appropriate Covid measures must be considered and wearing masks in crowded places has been emphasised. Bhushan wrote, "These are few states which are reporting a higher contribution to India's caseload and a higher positivity rate." "The Centre advised all states and UTs to follow a risk assessment based approach on the opening of economic and social activities without losing the gains made so far in the fight against the pandemic," he added. ALSO READ | What caused 90% jump in Covid cases in India? Central, Kerala state govts in tussle over 'late reporting' The five states mentioned in the letter include Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Mizoram, Maharashtra and Delhi. The health ministry has advised all states to continue monitoring the spread of infection. "It is essential that state must maintain a strict watch and take preemptive action if required in any areas of concern to control any emerging spread of the infection," said Bhushan in the letter. He added that laxity at any level may nullify the gains achieved in Covid management so far. On Tuesday (April 19) Covid data shows a steep decline in cases - 1,247 infections - as compared to 2,183 on Monday. However, the sudden rise in cases caused panic as concerns regarding the speculative fourth wave, lockdowns and restrictions were raised. ALSO READ | COVID-19 in India: Expert weighs in on reports of fourth wave Key points: Delhi has reported an increase in the number of new cases from 998 in the week ending April 12 to 2,671 in the week ending April 19. Haryana has reported an increase in the number of new cases from 521 in the week ending April 12 to 1,299 in the week ending April 19. Uttar Pradesh has reported an increase in the number of new cases from 217 in the week ending April 12 to 637 in the week ending April 19. Maharashtra has reported 693 new cases in the week ending April 19. Mizoram has reported 539 new Covid cases in the week ending April 19. WATCH | PM Narendra Modi inaugurates centre for traditional medicine in India × (With inputs from agencies)

Covid in India: Lockdowns and restrictions? Take pre-emptive action if required, Centre writes to these states

China continues to develop infrastructure along the India border - the Line of Actual Control (LAC) - with the latest reports suggesting that they have constructed at least three mobile towers at Hot Springs in eastern Ladakh.&nbsp;

Local councillor Konchok Stanzin said that the newly developed towers are very close to the LAC.&nbsp;

This comes after the Indian authorities in January this year strongly objected "illegal construction of a bridge" by China. &nbsp;

The construction of the bridge was on part of the Pangong Lake in Eastern Ladakh. India had said that it is monitoring the situation.&nbsp;

But what does it mean for India?

According to defence expert Major General (retd) S B Asthana, the construction of a bridge in Easter Ladakh and recent news of the towers of communication being erected is something that indicates Chinese determination to continue with infrastructure development and be able to have better response timings in case of a situation if it so develops.&nbsp;

India must also improve its infrastructure development. "We need to develop the communication infrastructure also in addition to the road and other infrastructure because sound communication is the key to command and control and for effective management of the border," he said.&nbsp;

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General Asthana said, "If the communication can be developed in remote areas of various parts of the country, there's no reason why it can't be developed along the LAC," he added.&nbsp;

General Asthana said what usually happens is that the various departments do not find it cost-effective when the customers are fewer.&nbsp;

"But then there's a strategic cost that has to be paid and for that even if the population density is low, we need to develop the communication infrastructure much better so that we can respond accordingly, especially when the stand-off is on and when the LAC is being managed and there is a heavier troop density along the LAC by both sides."&nbsp;

"So I think we need to perhaps push through our infrastructure development also at the same pace to match China and ensure we don't lack behind," he said.&nbsp;

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China continues to develop infrastructure along the India border - the Line of Actual Control (LAC) - with the latest reports suggesting that they have constructed at least three mobile towers at Hot Springs in eastern Ladakh.

China continues to develop infrastructure along the India border - the Line of Actual Control (LAC) - with the latest reports suggesting that they have constructed at least three mobile towers at Hot Springs in eastern Ladakh. Local councillor Konchok Stanzin said that the newly developed towers are very close to the LAC. This comes after the Indian authorities in January this year strongly objected "illegal construction of a bridge" by China. The construction of the bridge was on part of the Pangong Lake in Eastern Ladakh. India had said that it is monitoring the situation. But what does it mean for India? According to defence expert Major General (retd) S B Asthana, the construction of a bridge in Easter Ladakh and recent news of the towers of communication being erected is something that indicates Chinese determination to continue with infrastructure development and be able to have better response timings in case of a situation if it so develops. India must also improve its infrastructure development. "We need to develop the communication infrastructure also in addition to the road and other infrastructure because sound communication is the key to command and control and for effective management of the border," he said. ALSO READ | China has built three mobile towers close to LAC, claims LAHDC councillor After completing the bridge over Pangong lake, China has installed 3 mobile towers near China's hot spring very close to the Indian territory. Isn't it a concern? We don't even have 4G facilities in human habitation villages. 11 villages in my constituency have no 4G facilities. pic.twitter.com/4AhP4TYVNY — Konchok Stanzin (@kstanzinladakh) April 16, 2022 × Why communication towers are important? General Asthana said, "If the communication can be developed in remote areas of various parts of the country, there's no reason why it can't be developed along the LAC," he added. General Asthana said what usually happens is that the various departments do not find it cost-effective when the customers are fewer. "But then there's a strategic cost that has to be paid and for that even if the population density is low, we need to develop the communication infrastructure much better so that we can respond accordingly, especially when the stand-off is on and when the LAC is being managed and there is a heavier troop density along the LAC by both sides." "So I think we need to perhaps push through our infrastructure development also at the same pace to match China and ensure we don't lack behind," he said. WATCH | China developing their side of LAC amid the ongoing border tensions with India ×

India should build better communication infrastructure along border with China: Defence expert

Five people and one minor have been arrested by the police in alleged connection with communal clashes in the Jahangirpuri region of the Indian capital city New Delhi, as per a report published on April 19.&nbsp;

India-based news agency ANI reported that a total of 23 people have been arrested and two juveniles detained so far.&nbsp;

On April 16, communal violence broke out between two groups after stone-throwing incidents were reported in the Jahangirpuri area of New Delhi.&nbsp;

During the clashes, eight police personnel and a civilian were injured.&nbsp;

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In the latest arrests, it has been understood that the police have arrested all the men of one&nbsp;family belonging to "one particular community".&nbsp;

ANI reported that the accused have been identified as Suken Sarkar, his brother Suresh Sarkar, Suken's two sons Neeraj and Suraj, and Suken's brother-in-law Sujit.&nbsp;

After the arrest, in which Suken's minor son was also detained, his wife Durga Sarkar told news agency ANI, "My husband, brother-in-law, three sons and my brother have been arrested by the police. They are all innocent."&nbsp;

"They were on the chariot in the procession and stones were thrown at him. A brick was thrown at my husband. His brother suffered severe injuries to his head, but despite this, they saved the Hanuman idol," she added.&nbsp;

She further claimed that her husband came home and told her that people belonging to the "other community" first started arguing with them. Her husband also told her that they were the ones to start throwing stones.&nbsp;

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Apart from the arrests, new CCTV footage has surfaced in which the alleged rioters can be seen gathering sticks, reported news agency IANS. The mentioned footage is said to be of the night of April 15.&nbsp;

The news agency cited sources that claimed that the rioters might have planned the violence in advance. The police are checking the authenticity of the footage.&nbsp;

"In the CCTV footage, five to six persons could be seen. They are gathering sticks. We will try to ascertain their identities," said the source as quoted by the news agency.&nbsp;

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Five people and one minor have been arrested by the police in alleged connection with communal clashes in the Jahangirpuri region of the Indian capital city New Delhi, as per a report published on April 19.

Five people and one minor have been arrested by the police in alleged connection with communal clashes in the Jahangirpuri region of the Indian capital city New Delhi, as per a report published on April 19. India-based news agency ANI reported that a total of 23 people have been arrested and two juveniles detained so far. On April 16, communal violence broke out between two groups after stone-throwing incidents were reported in the Jahangirpuri area of New Delhi. During the clashes, eight police personnel and a civilian were injured. ALSO READ | J&K: Security forces on alert after recovering Indian biometric ID cards from Pak terrorists In the latest arrests, it has been understood that the police have arrested all the men of one family belonging to "one particular community". ANI reported that the accused have been identified as Suken Sarkar, his brother Suresh Sarkar, Suken's two sons Neeraj and Suraj, and Suken's brother-in-law Sujit. After the arrest, in which Suken's minor son was also detained, his wife Durga Sarkar told news agency ANI, "My husband, brother-in-law, three sons and my brother have been arrested by the police. They are all innocent." "They were on the chariot in the procession and stones were thrown at him. A brick was thrown at my husband. His brother suffered severe injuries to his head, but despite this, they saved the Hanuman idol," she added. She further claimed that her husband came home and told her that people belonging to the "other community" first started arguing with them. Her husband also told her that they were the ones to start throwing stones. ALSO READ | What caused 90% jump in Covid cases in India? Central, Kerala state govts in tussle over 'late reporting' Apart from the arrests, new CCTV footage has surfaced in which the alleged rioters can be seen gathering sticks, reported news agency IANS. The mentioned footage is said to be of the night of April 15. The news agency cited sources that claimed that the rioters might have planned the violence in advance. The police are checking the authenticity of the footage. "In the CCTV footage, five to six persons could be seen. They are gathering sticks. We will try to ascertain their identities," said the source as quoted by the news agency. (With inputs from agencies)

Jahangirpuri violence: Police arrest more people in connection with clashes. Here's what we know so far

Kerala government has responded to the Centre's query regarding the updation of coronavirus (COVID-19) data on an everyday basis. A delay could lead to discrepancies in overall data released by the Indian Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.&nbsp;

After India reported a 90 per cent jump in Covid cases in a single day, the health ministry on Monday asked Kerala to provide updated COVID-19 data daily.&nbsp;

The Centre suggested that the sudden increase in cases was a result of bulk back-reporting after April 13, which means a gap of five days till Monday.&nbsp;

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The alleged lags and discrepancies might have skewed pandemic monitoring indicators including cases, deaths and the positivity rate in the South Asian nation.&nbsp;

On Tuesday (April 19) health ministry released daily Covid data and there was a steep decline in cases as it recorded 1,247 infections in the past 24 hours as compared to 2,183 on Monday.&nbsp;

In a two-page communication, the country's Health Ministry Joint Secretary Lav Agarwal said, "It has been observed that Kerala has reported its State-level COVID-19 data after a gap of five days [since April 13]."&nbsp;

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"This has impacted and skewed the status of India’s key monitoring indicators such as cases, deaths and positivity. India has reported a 90% increase in new cases and 165% increase in positivity in a single day," he added.&nbsp;

Responding to that, Kerala's State Health Minister Veena George on Tuesday (April 19) said that they have been sending the daily Covid figures through e-mail.&nbsp;

"Such a thing has not happened at all and we all are surprised on how the Centre can say such a thing, when everyday we have been sending the daily Covid figures through e-mail. The Centre is propagating false things," said George and added there were around 200 new cases on Monday.&nbsp;

The Union health ministry requested for daily updation of the required details in the letter to the Kerala Principal Secretary, Health Rajan N. Khobragade.&nbsp;

The letter noted that the daily and diligent reporting of data is critical to arrive at a meaningful understanding of the pandemic at the district, state and national level and ensure that any anomalies, surge or emerging trends can be captured in a timely manner.&nbsp;

"Quick and continuous update of data will assist in India`s fight against the Covid-19 pandemic and will help not only in tracking and monitoring but will also help in defining the strategies and plans at the Centre, State and District level," Agarwal further said in the letter.&nbsp;

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Kerala government has responded to the Centre's query regarding the updation of coronavirus (COVID-19) data on an everyday basis. A delay could lead to discrepancies in overall data released by the Indian Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. After India reported a 90 per cent jump in Covid cases in a single day, the health ministry on Monday asked Kerala to provide updated COVID-19 data daily. The Centre suggested that the sudden increase in cases was a result of bulk back-reporting after April 13, which means a gap of five days till Monday. ALSO READ | COVID-19 in India: Expert weighs in on reports of fourth wave The alleged lags and discrepancies might have skewed pandemic monitoring indicators including cases, deaths and the positivity rate in the South Asian nation. On Tuesday (April 19) health ministry released daily Covid data and there was a steep decline in cases as it recorded 1,247 infections in the past 24 hours as compared to 2,183 on Monday. In a two-page communication, the country's Health Ministry Joint Secretary Lav Agarwal said, "It has been observed that Kerala has reported its State-level COVID-19 data after a gap of five days [since April 13]." ALSO READ | Delhi records over 500 COVID-19 cases; no mandatory RT-PCR required for domestic air travel "This has impacted and skewed the status of India’s key monitoring indicators such as cases, deaths and positivity. India has reported a 90% increase in new cases and 165% increase in positivity in a single day," he added. Responding to that, Kerala's State Health Minister Veena George on Tuesday (April 19) said that they have been sending the daily Covid figures through e-mail. "Such a thing has not happened at all and we all are surprised on how the Centre can say such a thing, when everyday we have been sending the daily Covid figures through e-mail. The Centre is propagating false things," said George and added there were around 200 new cases on Monday. The Union health ministry requested for daily updation of the required details in the letter to the Kerala Principal Secretary, Health Rajan N. Khobragade. The letter noted that the daily and diligent reporting of data is critical to arrive at a meaningful understanding of the pandemic at the district, state and national level and ensure that any anomalies, surge or emerging trends can be captured in a timely manner. "Quick and continuous update of data will assist in India`s fight against the Covid-19 pandemic and will help not only in tracking and monitoring but will also help in defining the strategies and plans at the Centre, State and District level," Agarwal further said in the letter. WATCH | China reports more deaths as Covid-19 count rises to 10 ×

What caused 90% jump in Covid cases in India? Central, Kerala state govts in tussle over 'late reporting'

India's Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on Tuesday (April 19) released daily coronavirus (COVID-19) data that was recorded in the last 24 hours.&nbsp;

The data shows a steep decline in Covid cases as it recorded 1,247 infections in the past 24 hours as compared to 2,183 on Monday.&nbsp;

The sudden jump in cases on Monday caused panic among locals as many thought that the fourth Covid wave in the country is likely.&nbsp;

However, an expert has weighed in on the same as he refuted the claims. Manindra Agrawal, who is a professor at IIT Kanpur said that the fourth wave of Covid is unlikely.&nbsp;

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As quoted by an India-based media outlet India Today, Agrawal explained that there are no new mutants that have come to the notice of the officials.&nbsp;

Agrawal's mathematical model related to various coronavirus trends in the country had been used as a reference to study and analyse Covid activity.&nbsp;

While speaking to the media outlet, Agrawal said that the chances of the fourth wave in India are lesser as the natural immunity against coronavirus among the people is above ninety per cent.&nbsp;

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Referring to the rise in cases, he told the website, "Recently, schools have opened and people have stopped using masks so there is an increased exposure to the variant."&nbsp;

"But this will not have a severe impact on people's health as the immunity to the current variant is strong," he added.&nbsp;

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India's Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on Tuesday (April 19) released daily coronavirus (COVID-19) data that was recorded in the last 24 hours. The data shows a steep decline in Covid cases as it recorded 1,247 infections in the past 24 hours as compared to 2,183 on Monday. The sudden jump in cases on Monday caused panic among locals as many thought that the fourth Covid wave in the country is likely. However, an expert has weighed in on the same as he refuted the claims. Manindra Agrawal, who is a professor at IIT Kanpur said that the fourth wave of Covid is unlikely. ALSO READ | Delhi records over 500 COVID-19 cases; no mandatory RT-PCR required for domestic air travel As quoted by an India-based media outlet India Today, Agrawal explained that there are no new mutants that have come to the notice of the officials. Agrawal's mathematical model related to various coronavirus trends in the country had been used as a reference to study and analyse Covid activity. While speaking to the media outlet, Agrawal said that the chances of the fourth wave in India are lesser as the natural immunity against coronavirus among the people is above ninety per cent. ALSO READ | COVID-19: Shanghai reports seven deaths as the virus toll rises Referring to the rise in cases, he told the website, "Recently, schools have opened and people have stopped using masks so there is an increased exposure to the variant." "But this will not have a severe impact on people's health as the immunity to the current variant is strong," he added. WATCH | China reports more deaths as Covid count rises to 10 ×

COVID-19 in India: Expert weighs in on reports of fourth wave

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday (April 14) hailed the history of a proud tradition of strengthening the Indian democracy. He said that every government formed after the Independence has contributed to taking India to the heights, the country has achieved today.&nbsp;

PM Modi inaugurated the 'Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya' (the prime ministers' museum). In his address, PM Modi proudly noted that said every prime minister of the country has contributed immensely to fulfilling the goals of constitutional democracy.&nbsp;

He said that it is a matter of "great pride for us Indians" that most of our Prime Ministers have been from very ordinary/humble families.&nbsp;

He added, "Coming from a remote countryside, coming from a very poor family, reaching the post of Prime Minister even after coming from a farmer family strengthens the faith in the great traditions of Indian democracy."&nbsp;

During his address, PM Modi asserted that India is the "mother of democracy", adding that the great feature of India's democracy is that it has been "continuously changing with the passage of time".&nbsp;

"In every era, in every generation, there has been a continuous effort to make democracy more modern, empowered," he said.

He noted that barring one or two exceptions, "we have had a proud tradition of strengthening democracy in a democratic way".&nbsp;

"That's why we also have an obligation to keep strengthening democracy with our efforts," he added.&nbsp;

He said, "This museum will serve as a gateway of knowledge, ideas and experiences for the generations to come. The information they will get by coming here, the facts with which they will be familiar, will help them in making future decisions."&nbsp;

The Prime Minister said that when the country is celebrating 75 years of its independence, the Amrit Mahotsav of Independence, then this museum has come as a great inspiration.&nbsp;

"The country has seen many proud moments in these 75 years. The importance of these moments in the window of history is incomparable," he added.&nbsp;

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday (April 14) hailed the history of a proud tradition of strengthening the Indian democracy. He said that every government formed after the Independence has contributed to taking India to the heights, the country has achieved today.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday (April 14) hailed the history of a proud tradition of strengthening the Indian democracy. He said that every government formed after the Independence has contributed to taking India to the heights, the country has achieved today. PM Modi inaugurated the 'Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya' (the prime ministers' museum). In his address, PM Modi proudly noted that said every prime minister of the country has contributed immensely to fulfilling the goals of constitutional democracy. He said that it is a matter of "great pride for us Indians" that most of our Prime Ministers have been from very ordinary/humble families. He added, "Coming from a remote countryside, coming from a very poor family, reaching the post of Prime Minister even after coming from a farmer family strengthens the faith in the great traditions of Indian democracy." During his address, PM Modi asserted that India is the "mother of democracy", adding that the great feature of India's democracy is that it has been "continuously changing with the passage of time". "In every era, in every generation, there has been a continuous effort to make democracy more modern, empowered," he said. He noted that barring one or two exceptions, "we have had a proud tradition of strengthening democracy in a democratic way". "That's why we also have an obligation to keep strengthening democracy with our efforts," he added. He said, "This museum will serve as a gateway of knowledge, ideas and experiences for the generations to come. The information they will get by coming here, the facts with which they will be familiar, will help them in making future decisions." The Prime Minister said that when the country is celebrating 75 years of its independence, the Amrit Mahotsav of Independence, then this museum has come as a great inspiration. "The country has seen many proud moments in these 75 years. The importance of these moments in the window of history is incomparable," he added. Watch his address: Speaking at the inauguration of Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya in Delhi. https://t.co/I2ArKZRJdg — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 14, 2022 ×

Every PM of India has contributed to fulfilment of goals of constitutional democracy: PM Modi

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Real Madrid continued their march towards a 35th LaLiga title as goals by David Alaba, Marco Asensio and Lucas Vazquez earned them a 3-1 win at Osasuna on Wednesday with Karim Benzema missing two penalties.

The victory means Real have 78 points and hold a 17-point lead at the top over closest rivals Atletico Madrid, who were held to a goalless draw by Granada earlier on Wednesday.

Barcelona in third and fourth-placed Sevilla are a point further back and both play on Thursday.

Real need just four more points from their last five games to be sure of the title but could clinch it without playing if Barca, who have two games in hand, do not win on Thursday at Real Sociedad and on Sunday against Rayo Vallecano.

Real coach Carlo Ancelotti decided to rest several of his usual starters like Casemiro, Luka Modric and Vinicius Jr as they prepare to face Manchester City in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final next Tuesday.

Alaba opened the scoring in the 12th minute, finishing with a close-range strike following a free kick but Osasuna equalised two minutes later as Ante Budimir scored after a counter-attack.

Real regained the lead when Asensio was in the right place at the right time to strike home a rebound from a Dani Ceballos shot inside the six-yard box just before the break.

The visitors, however, suffered an injury scare when celebrating Asensio’s goal as Alaba asked for medical attention for what looked like a muscle injury.

The Austrian defender was immediately substituted, but only as a precaution, according to Ancelotti.

"We are optimistic, it does not seem serious. It seems to be an overload in the adductor and we decided it was better to take him out from the game," Ancelotti told Movistar Plus.

Benzema wasted two great opportunities to extend Real’s lead, missing two penalties in less than five minutes in the second half, with both saved by goalkeeper Sergio Herrera.

LaLiga's top scorer this season with 25 goals went the same way with both penalties and Herrera made exactly the same save at full stretch to the bottom right corner.

It was not until the last move of the game when Real sealed the deal with Vazquez finishing a counter attack led by substitute Vinicius Jr.

"No worries, I am convinced that Benzema will score in the next game," Ancelotti said.

"It was very good match by us, especially the second half. Now we have a week to prepare for Man City. I'm are very satisfied."

Real Madrid continued their march towards a 35th LaLiga title as goals by David Alaba, Marco Asensio and Lucas Vazquez earned them a 3-1 win at Osasuna on Wednesday with Karim Benzema missing two penalties.

Real Madrid continued their march towards a 35th LaLiga title as goals by David Alaba, Marco Asensio and Lucas Vazquez earned them a 3-1 win at Osasuna on Wednesday with Karim Benzema missing two penalties. The victory means Real have 78 points and hold a 17-point lead at the top over closest rivals Atletico Madrid, who were held to a goalless draw by Granada earlier on Wednesday. Barcelona in third and fourth-placed Sevilla are a point further back and both play on Thursday. Real need just four more points from their last five games to be sure of the title but could clinch it without playing if Barca, who have two games in hand, do not win on Thursday at Real Sociedad and on Sunday against Rayo Vallecano. Real coach Carlo Ancelotti decided to rest several of his usual starters like Casemiro, Luka Modric and Vinicius Jr as they prepare to face Manchester City in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final next Tuesday. Alaba opened the scoring in the 12th minute, finishing with a close-range strike following a free kick but Osasuna equalised two minutes later as Ante Budimir scored after a counter-attack. Real regained the lead when Asensio was in the right place at the right time to strike home a rebound from a Dani Ceballos shot inside the six-yard box just before the break. The visitors, however, suffered an injury scare when celebrating Asensio’s goal as Alaba asked for medical attention for what looked like a muscle injury. The Austrian defender was immediately substituted, but only as a precaution, according to Ancelotti. "We are optimistic, it does not seem serious. It seems to be an overload in the adductor and we decided it was better to take him out from the game," Ancelotti told Movistar Plus. Benzema wasted two great opportunities to extend Real’s lead, missing two penalties in less than five minutes in the second half, with both saved by goalkeeper Sergio Herrera. LaLiga's top scorer this season with 25 goals went the same way with both penalties and Herrera made exactly the same save at full stretch to the bottom right corner. It was not until the last move of the game when Real sealed the deal with Vazquez finishing a counter attack led by substitute Vinicius Jr. "No worries, I am convinced that Benzema will score in the next game," Ancelotti said. "It was very good match by us, especially the second half. Now we have a week to prepare for Man City. I'm are very satisfied."

Despite Benzema missing penalties, Real Madrid close in on LaLiga title after 3-1 win against Osasuna

Manchester City regained their one-point lead at the top of the Premier League with a 3-0 win over Brighton and Hove Albion while Arsenal upset London rivals Chelsea with a 4-2 victory at Stamford Bridge on Wednesday.

Liverpool had taken over at the top of the table after their 4-0 demolition of Manchester United on Tuesday, meaning City could ill afford a slip-up at home to Graham Potter's side.

Pep Guardiola's team struggled to break down a well-organised Brighton defence in the opening 45 minutes but broke the deadlock through Algerian forward Riyad Mahrez in the 53rd minute.

Kevin De Bruyne burst forward from inside his own half, brushing off three challengers, before finding Mahrez who converted at the second attempt.

That opener settled City's nerves with the hosts scoring a second 12 minutes later as Phil Foden's effort from distance was helped past Brighton goalkeeper Robert Sanchez by a deflection.

Bernardo Silva added a late third to round off the win that moved Pep Guardiola's side onto 77 points from 32 games.

Arsenal's victory, with two goals from Eddie Nketiah was a major boost in their bid to qualify for the Champions League via a top-four finish.

The win moves the Gunners level on 57 points with fourth-placed Tottenham Hotspur with both teams having played 32 matches and set to meet at Spurs on May 12.

Arsenal went ahead twice in a pulsating first half at Stamford Bridge, first when Nketiah pounced on a weak back pass by Andreas Christensen in the 13th minute and then when Emile Smith-Rowe finished off a flowing counter-attack in the 27th.

PEGGED BACK

But the visitors were quickly pegged back on both occasions by equalisers from Timo Werner and Cesar Azpilicueta.

Nketiah restored the visitors' lead in the 57th minute when he seized on another mix-up in Chelsea's defence to make it 3-2, stabbing the ball home after Thiago Silva's interception bounced into the Arsenal striker's path off Malang Sarr.

Chelsea searched for a third leveller but it was Arsenal's Bukayo Saka who rounded off the win when he converted a penalty in the 92nd minute after he was adjudged to have been fouled by Azpilicueta.

Chelsea stayed in third place on 62 points having played a game less than both Spurs and Arsenal.

At the bottom end of the table, Everton needed a stoppage-time equaliser from Richarlison to scrape a point at home to Leicester City and move four points clear of the relegation zone.

Harvey Barnes put the visitors in front in the fifth minute, poking home a pass from James Maddison from close range as Everton struggled to find their feet, and the home side did not register a shot on target in the first half.

Richarlison finally forced a save from Kasper Schmeichel in the 67th minute but he wasted several good chances before redeeming himself with a scuffed shot in the second minute of stoppage time at the end of the game to grab a point.

Everton are four points clear of 18th-placed Burnley with both teams having seven games to go. Managerless Burnley host Southampton at Turf Moor on Thursday.

Relegation worries are now a distant memory for Newcastle United who picked up their sixth straight home win with Miguel Almiron's first goal for the club in over a year earning them a 1-0 win over Crystal Palace to move Eddie Howe's side up to 11th.

Manchester City regained their one-point lead at the top of the Premier League with a 3-0 win over Brighton and Hove Albion while Arsenal upset London rivals Chelsea with a 4-2 victory at Stamford Bridge on Wednesday.

Manchester City regained their one-point lead at the top of the Premier League with a 3-0 win over Brighton and Hove Albion while Arsenal upset London rivals Chelsea with a 4-2 victory at Stamford Bridge on Wednesday. Liverpool had taken over at the top of the table after their 4-0 demolition of Manchester United on Tuesday, meaning City could ill afford a slip-up at home to Graham Potter's side. Pep Guardiola's team struggled to break down a well-organised Brighton defence in the opening 45 minutes but broke the deadlock through Algerian forward Riyad Mahrez in the 53rd minute. Kevin De Bruyne burst forward from inside his own half, brushing off three challengers, before finding Mahrez who converted at the second attempt. That opener settled City's nerves with the hosts scoring a second 12 minutes later as Phil Foden's effort from distance was helped past Brighton goalkeeper Robert Sanchez by a deflection. Bernardo Silva added a late third to round off the win that moved Pep Guardiola's side onto 77 points from 32 games. Arsenal's victory, with two goals from Eddie Nketiah was a major boost in their bid to qualify for the Champions League via a top-four finish. The win moves the Gunners level on 57 points with fourth-placed Tottenham Hotspur with both teams having played 32 matches and set to meet at Spurs on May 12. Arsenal went ahead twice in a pulsating first half at Stamford Bridge, first when Nketiah pounced on a weak back pass by Andreas Christensen in the 13th minute and then when Emile Smith-Rowe finished off a flowing counter-attack in the 27th. PEGGED BACK But the visitors were quickly pegged back on both occasions by equalisers from Timo Werner and Cesar Azpilicueta. Nketiah restored the visitors' lead in the 57th minute when he seized on another mix-up in Chelsea's defence to make it 3-2, stabbing the ball home after Thiago Silva's interception bounced into the Arsenal striker's path off Malang Sarr. Chelsea searched for a third leveller but it was Arsenal's Bukayo Saka who rounded off the win when he converted a penalty in the 92nd minute after he was adjudged to have been fouled by Azpilicueta. Chelsea stayed in third place on 62 points having played a game less than both Spurs and Arsenal. At the bottom end of the table, Everton needed a stoppage-time equaliser from Richarlison to scrape a point at home to Leicester City and move four points clear of the relegation zone. Harvey Barnes put the visitors in front in the fifth minute, poking home a pass from James Maddison from close range as Everton struggled to find their feet, and the home side did not register a shot on target in the first half. Richarlison finally forced a save from Kasper Schmeichel in the 67th minute but he wasted several good chances before redeeming himself with a scuffed shot in the second minute of stoppage time at the end of the game to grab a point. Everton are four points clear of 18th-placed Burnley with both teams having seven games to go. Managerless Burnley host Southampton at Turf Moor on Thursday. Relegation worries are now a distant memory for Newcastle United who picked up their sixth straight home win with Miguel Almiron's first goal for the club in over a year earning them a 1-0 win over Crystal Palace to move Eddie Howe's side up to 11th.

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