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Congress president Sonia Gandhi on Tuesday sought to assure people of her party's support amid the corona-led crisis and expressed confidence that with a strong morale, the country will emerge victorious against the crisis very soon.

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In a video message released by the party, the Congress president urged countrymen to stay indoors, be safe and observe the lockdown stipulations, saying it will not be possible to win this battle without everyone's support.

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The message by the Congress president came shortly before Prime Minister Narendra Modi was to address the nation to chart out the next course of action after the 21-day lockdown, which is to end on Tuesday midnight.

Gandhi also thanked people for maintaining peace and patience while staying indoors and adhering to the lockdown stipulations.

"Today, when the country is fighting such a big battle, every Congress worker understands his responsibility and is always ready to help every warrior in this fight.

"Anyone can ask for our support at the state level or at the central control room and every Congress worker will support you," she said.

The Congress chief also sought to assure people of her party's support in fighting the anti-corona battle in these trying times.

"I assure you that whether the Congress party is in power or in opposition, we will stand by you anywhere in this battle. I am confident that, with a high morale, we will emerge from this crisis very soon. You stay at home and be safe," she said in her video message in Hindi.

"Today, your support in dealing with the crisis due to coronavirus is no less patriotism. The country is able to fight this virus only because of your help and support. I do not have words to thank you," she said.

Gandhi told countrymen that our warriors are working hard, day and night, in helping fight this battle and win over it, despite the shortage of personal protection equipment.

These warriors, she said, include doctors, health workers and NGOs.

Sanitation workers, police personnel and government officers too are working hard and round the clock to control the deadly virus, she added.

"This fight will weaken without your support, and we should not allow this to happen.

"At some place, I hear reports about ill-treatment meted out to doctors. This is wrong. Our culture and tradition does not allow this and we should support them," she said.

She also lauded the work done by some people at individual level in supporting the poor in providing them food, ration and sanitisers.

"Every Indian is unitedly fighting this battle and fulfilling his or her duty," she said.

Congress president Sonia Gandhi on Tuesday sought to assure people of her party's support amid the corona-led crisis and expressed confidence that with a strong morale, the country will emerge victorious against the crisis very soon.

Congress president Sonia Gandhi on Tuesday sought to assure people of her party's support amid the corona-led crisis and expressed confidence that with a strong morale, the country will emerge victorious against the crisis very soon. Also read: Live: PM extends lockdown till May 3, economic activities to resume partially In a video message released by the party, the Congress president urged countrymen to stay indoors, be safe and observe the lockdown stipulations, saying it will not be possible to win this battle without everyone's support. Also read: Coronavirus: India sees 1,211 cases in 24 hours; total tally at 10,363 The message by the Congress president came shortly before Prime Minister Narendra Modi was to address the nation to chart out the next course of action after the 21-day lockdown, which is to end on Tuesday midnight. Gandhi also thanked people for maintaining peace and patience while staying indoors and adhering to the lockdown stipulations. "Today, when the country is fighting such a big battle, every Congress worker understands his responsibility and is always ready to help every warrior in this fight. "Anyone can ask for our support at the state level or at the central control room and every Congress worker will support you," she said. The Congress chief also sought to assure people of her party's support in fighting the anti-corona battle in these trying times. "I assure you that whether the Congress party is in power or in opposition, we will stand by you anywhere in this battle. I am confident that, with a high morale, we will emerge from this crisis very soon. You stay at home and be safe," she said in her video message in Hindi. "Today, your support in dealing with the crisis due to coronavirus is no less patriotism. The country is able to fight this virus only because of your help and support. I do not have words to thank you," she said. Gandhi told countrymen that our warriors are working hard, day and night, in helping fight this battle and win over it, despite the shortage of personal protection equipment. These warriors, she said, include doctors, health workers and NGOs. Sanitation workers, police personnel and government officers too are working hard and round the clock to control the deadly virus, she added. "This fight will weaken without your support, and we should not allow this to happen. "At some place, I hear reports about ill-treatment meted out to doctors. This is wrong. Our culture and tradition does not allow this and we should support them," she said. She also lauded the work done by some people at individual level in supporting the poor in providing them food, ration and sanitisers. "Every Indian is unitedly fighting this battle and fulfilling his or her duty," she said.

Whether in power or not, Congress will help people fight against COVID-19: Sonia Gandhi

As the COVID-19 crisis spreads in West Asia, India's mission has been reaching out to its nationals in UAE and providing them psychological help and food.&nbsp;

Speaking exclusively with diplomatic correspondent Sidhant Sibal, Indian ambassador to UAE, Pavan Kapoor said both UAE and India have offered to fly back the respective stranded nationals but due to closure of Indian airspace things are not moving currently. UAE hosts over 3.3 million Indians, one of the largest concentrations of anywhere in the world.

 
WION: How is the Indian mission taking care of its nationals in UAE over the COVID-19 crisis?&nbsp;

Pavan Kapoor: One of the things we have done apart from setting up of the 24x7 helplines, both in Abu Dabhi and Dubai for the Indian citizens and the Indian nations here is that we have been trying to provide food to all those who are needy, some of whom we send food provisions to those who can cook, otherwise, we tried to send cooked meals to those bachelors in accommodation who either cannot go out for some reason or unable to afford food at this time.&nbsp;

In addition, we have set up, telemedicine helpline whereby patients or suspected patients are being called by Indian doctors to advised them what to do before they have taken to a quarantine facility or provided other treatment.&nbsp;

We are also providing psychological help through the phone line to calm people who are little concerned and panicking at the spread of coronavirus.&nbsp;

In addition to that, we are also continuing with a lot of work, in terms of continuing to provide passport facility, attestation services in these difficult times and also carrying on with the unfortunate task of sending back mortal remains of people who are passing away at this unfortunate times, this also complicated by the fact that our air space is not really open and we have to get special permission for mortal remains to travel on cargo planes which are going to India, and we are working with our authorities in India and have been managing to help quite a few people with that.&nbsp;

Finally, we are also trying to work with authorities to improve and increase the isolation facilities for our nationals.

WION: How are India and UAE collaborating on the COVID-19 crisis, especially on Indian and UAE citizens, any plans of repatriation?

Pavan Kapoor: One of the first things we are dealing with are cases of a large number of visitors from India, who are here and UAE resident permit holder whose visas and entry permits have expired and they are very concerned as to what is going to happen.&nbsp;

We have worked with UAE authorities to assure them that these visas will be extended and mostly without any penalty charges, so that is one of the things UAE authorities are helpful and working with us.&nbsp;

Another aspect is we are working with UAE authorities to create more isolation facilities for our nationals because the number of them getting infected is increasing, simply because they are a substantial portion of the population so as the number of cases of those being infected in this country goes up, the number of those of Indian nationals also going up. UAE authorities have offered to fly back and assist in flying back of our nationals who are wanting to go back to India.

We have UAE authorities to fly back there nationals who want to come back to UAE. As of now our airspace is still shut for passenger flights but as and when it opens up we will certainly work to help, work with the UAE authorities to get our nationals back to India in a safe and secure manner as possible.

As the COVID-19 crisis spreads in West Asia, India's mission has been reaching out to its nationals in UAE and providing them psychological help and food. Speaking exclusively with diplomatic correspondent Sidhant Sibal, Indian ambassador to UAE, Pavan Kapoor said both UAE and India have offered to fly back the respective stranded nationals but due to closure of Indian airspace things are not moving currently.

As the COVID-19 crisis spreads in West Asia, India's mission has been reaching out to its nationals in UAE and providing them psychological help and food. Speaking exclusively with diplomatic correspondent Sidhant Sibal, Indian ambassador to UAE, Pavan Kapoor said both UAE and India have offered to fly back the respective stranded nationals but due to closure of Indian airspace things are not moving currently. UAE hosts over 3.3 million Indians, one of the largest concentrations of anywhere in the world. WION: How is the Indian mission taking care of its nationals in UAE over the COVID-19 crisis? Pavan Kapoor: One of the things we have done apart from setting up of the 24x7 helplines, both in Abu Dabhi and Dubai for the Indian citizens and the Indian nations here is that we have been trying to provide food to all those who are needy, some of whom we send food provisions to those who can cook, otherwise, we tried to send cooked meals to those bachelors in accommodation who either cannot go out for some reason or unable to afford food at this time. In addition, we have set up, telemedicine helpline whereby patients or suspected patients are being called by Indian doctors to advised them what to do before they have taken to a quarantine facility or provided other treatment. We are also providing psychological help through the phone line to calm people who are little concerned and panicking at the spread of coronavirus. In addition to that, we are also continuing with a lot of work, in terms of continuing to provide passport facility, attestation services in these difficult times and also carrying on with the unfortunate task of sending back mortal remains of people who are passing away at this unfortunate times, this also complicated by the fact that our air space is not really open and we have to get special permission for mortal remains to travel on cargo planes which are going to India, and we are working with our authorities in India and have been managing to help quite a few people with that. Finally, we are also trying to work with authorities to improve and increase the isolation facilities for our nationals. WION: How are India and UAE collaborating on the COVID-19 crisis, especially on Indian and UAE citizens, any plans of repatriation? Pavan Kapoor: One of the first things we are dealing with are cases of a large number of visitors from India, who are here and UAE resident permit holder whose visas and entry permits have expired and they are very concerned as to what is going to happen. We have worked with UAE authorities to assure them that these visas will be extended and mostly without any penalty charges, so that is one of the things UAE authorities are helpful and working with us. Another aspect is we are working with UAE authorities to create more isolation facilities for our nationals because the number of them getting infected is increasing, simply because they are a substantial portion of the population so as the number of cases of those being infected in this country goes up, the number of those of Indian nationals also going up. UAE authorities have offered to fly back and assist in flying back of our nationals who are wanting to go back to India. We have UAE authorities to fly back there nationals who want to come back to UAE. As of now our airspace is still shut for passenger flights but as and when it opens up we will certainly work to help, work with the UAE authorities to get our nationals back to India in a safe and secure manner as possible.

With over million Indians in UAE, Indian mission provides food, psychological help

As the nation is under lockdown in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to address the nation once again today at 10 AM, the last day of the 21-day lockdown that was earlier announced by the prime minister, to contain the spread of COVID-19.

Live: PM Modi extends India's lockdown till May 3, economic activities to resume partially

Manchester United are still in talks with midfielder Paul Pogba over a new contract, manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer said, amid speculation over the Frenchman's future at the Premier League club.

World Cup winner Pogba, 28, has frequently been linked with a move away from Old Trafford since rejoining United from Juventus in 2016 for a then-world record 89 million pounds ($122.34 million).

British media reported that Ligue 1 club Paris St Germain are interested in signing Pogba, who is in the final year of his contract at United.

"There's always speculation about Paul and always clubs being interested," Solskjaer said after Saturday's 4-2 pre-season defeat by Queens Park Rangers. "We've seen Paul at his best, Paul knows what we feel about it.

"I've enjoyed my time working with him and hopefully we can continue working together. All that I've ever heard with Paul is he's looking forward to the season."

Pogba made 42 appearances for United in all competitions last season as the club finished second in the league behind rivals Manchester City, while they also reached the Europa League final, losing to Villarreal.

Earlier on Saturday, Solskjaer signed a new deal to stay at United until at least 2024, with an option for an extra year.

United host Leeds United in their 2021-22 Premier League season opener on Aug. 14.

Manchester United are still in talks with midfielder Paul Pogba over a new contract, manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer said, amid speculation over the Frenchman's future at the Premier League club.

Manchester United are still in talks with midfielder Paul Pogba over a new contract, manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer said, amid speculation over the Frenchman's future at the Premier League club. World Cup winner Pogba, 28, has frequently been linked with a move away from Old Trafford since rejoining United from Juventus in 2016 for a then-world record 89 million pounds ($122.34 million). British media reported that Ligue 1 club Paris St Germain are interested in signing Pogba, who is in the final year of his contract at United. "There's always speculation about Paul and always clubs being interested," Solskjaer said after Saturday's 4-2 pre-season defeat by Queens Park Rangers. "We've seen Paul at his best, Paul knows what we feel about it. "I've enjoyed my time working with him and hopefully we can continue working together. All that I've ever heard with Paul is he's looking forward to the season." Pogba made 42 appearances for United in all competitions last season as the club finished second in the league behind rivals Manchester City, while they also reached the Europa League final, losing to Villarreal. Earlier on Saturday, Solskjaer signed a new deal to stay at United until at least 2024, with an option for an extra year. United host Leeds United in their 2021-22 Premier League season opener on Aug. 14.

Coronavirus: Mathura private hospital nurse tests positive, total cases in district 5

Venezuela's President Nicolás Maduro has written to Indian PM Modi over <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/brazils-coronavirus-cases-much-higher-than-being-reported-study-finds-292472">COVID-19</a> crisis in which he has raised the issue of US sanctions impacting relief measures in the country. The letter was sent to PM Modi via diplomatic channels on March 29.

The letter said, “During the pandemic, the US government instead of focusing on policies of global cooperation in health and prevention, has increased unilateral coercive measures, has rejected the requests from the international community to lift or ease the illegal sanctions that prevent Venezuela from accessing medicines, medical equipment and food.”

President Maduro has written similar letters to other heads of governments. Venezuela has tested the maximum number of people at 2,03,108 till date. According to the government, 58 per cent of patients with COVID-19 have recovered in the country.

Last March, the US government had announced sanctions against Venezuelan officials including President Nicolás Maduro.

In early March, Iranian President Hassan Rouhani wrote to PM Modi seeking joint fight against COVID-19 crisis and also raised the issue of US sanctions impacting country's attempt to deal with the situation. Iran is one of the worst impacted countries in the world due to coronavirus.

Venezuela's President Nicolás Maduro has written to Indian PM Modi over COVID-19 crisis in which he has raised the issue of US sanctions impacting relief measures in the country.

Venezuela's President Nicolás Maduro has written to Indian PM Modi over COVID-19 crisis in which he has raised the issue of US sanctions impacting relief measures in the country. The letter was sent to PM Modi via diplomatic channels on March 29. The letter said, “During the pandemic, the US government instead of focusing on policies of global cooperation in health and prevention, has increased unilateral coercive measures, has rejected the requests from the international community to lift or ease the illegal sanctions that prevent Venezuela from accessing medicines, medical equipment and food.” President Maduro has written similar letters to other heads of governments. Venezuela has tested the maximum number of people at 2,03,108 till date. According to the government, 58 per cent of patients with COVID-19 have recovered in the country. Last March, the US government had announced sanctions against Venezuelan officials including President Nicolás Maduro. In early March, Iranian President Hassan Rouhani wrote to PM Modi seeking joint fight against COVID-19 crisis and also raised the issue of US sanctions impacting country's attempt to deal with the situation. Iran is one of the worst impacted countries in the world due to coronavirus.

Venezuela President Maduro writes to PM Modi over COVID-19 crisis; raises US sanctions issue

Two people who attended the Tablighi Jamaat congregation in Delhi's Nizamuddin are among 16 fresh cases of coronavirus in Gautam Buddh Nagar, taking the district's virus tally to 80, officials said.

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Gautam Buddh Nagar in western Uttar Pradesh adjoining Delhi is among the 15 districts in the state where hotspots (areas that have recorded multiple COVID-19 cases) of coronavirus cases have been sealed.

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The 16 fresh cases were reported on Monday.This is the sharpest single day spike for the district where the first case was recorded on March 5, according to officials.

"On Monday, results of 244 samples were obtained of which 228 were negative and 16 positive. Total cumulative positive cases of coronavirus in Gautam Buddh Nagar so far is 80," district Surveillance Officer Sunil Dohare said in a statement on Monday night.

Thirteen patients have been cured, while another nine will be discharged on Tuesday, the officer said, adding that 58 people are undergoing treatment.

Of the 16 new cases, nine are reported from Sector 5 and 8 in Noida and linked to private firm Cease Fire, which is already under government scanner for triggering a chain of cases. An FIR was registered against the firm on March 29.

Three cases are related to Fortis Dialysis Unit, where a female paramedic staff had first got infected and now three more people linked to her have tested positive, said Narendra Bhooshan, officer-in charge for Covid-19 response in the district.

Two people, who had attended the Tablighi Jamaat congregation in Delhi's Nizamuddin in March and are from Kulesara village in Greater Noida, have also tested positive for coronavirus, Bhooshan said.

Apart from them, one person from Sector Eta 1 in Greater Noida, while one healthcare professional have tested positive for the novel virus, he added.

"All positive patients were already in quarantine and under observation from the last few days. Their condition is stable," Surveillance Officer Dohare said.

The Health Department stated that 119 test samples were collected on Monday.

Two people who attended the Tablighi Jamaat congregation in Delhi's Nizamuddin are among 16 fresh cases of coronavirus in Gautam Buddh Nagar, taking the district's virus tally to 80, officials said.

Two people who attended the Tablighi Jamaat congregation in Delhi's Nizamuddin are among 16 fresh cases of coronavirus in Gautam Buddh Nagar, taking the district's virus tally to 80, officials said. Also read: Coronavirus: India sees 1,211 cases in 24 hours; total tally at 10,363 Gautam Buddh Nagar in western Uttar Pradesh adjoining Delhi is among the 15 districts in the state where hotspots (areas that have recorded multiple COVID-19 cases) of coronavirus cases have been sealed. Also read: Maharashtra's COVID-19 tally reaches 2334 with 352 fresh cases; death toll 160 The 16 fresh cases were reported on Monday.This is the sharpest single day spike for the district where the first case was recorded on March 5, according to officials. "On Monday, results of 244 samples were obtained of which 228 were negative and 16 positive. Total cumulative positive cases of coronavirus in Gautam Buddh Nagar so far is 80," district Surveillance Officer Sunil Dohare said in a statement on Monday night. Thirteen patients have been cured, while another nine will be discharged on Tuesday, the officer said, adding that 58 people are undergoing treatment. Of the 16 new cases, nine are reported from Sector 5 and 8 in Noida and linked to private firm Cease Fire, which is already under government scanner for triggering a chain of cases. An FIR was registered against the firm on March 29. Three cases are related to Fortis Dialysis Unit, where a female paramedic staff had first got infected and now three more people linked to her have tested positive, said Narendra Bhooshan, officer-in charge for Covid-19 response in the district. Two people, who had attended the Tablighi Jamaat congregation in Delhi's Nizamuddin in March and are from Kulesara village in Greater Noida, have also tested positive for coronavirus, Bhooshan said. Apart from them, one person from Sector Eta 1 in Greater Noida, while one healthcare professional have tested positive for the novel virus, he added. "All positive patients were already in quarantine and under observation from the last few days. Their condition is stable," Surveillance Officer Dohare said. The Health Department stated that 119 test samples were collected on Monday.

Coronavirus: 16 new cases in Noida, total spikes to 80

The number of COVID-19 cases in Maharashtra on Monday crossed the 2000-mark, with 352 more people, including 242 from Mumbai, testing positive for the novel coronavirus infection, a Health department official said.

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While the number of total cases has gone up to 2334, the COVID-19 death toll increased to 160 with 11 more people succumbing to the infection on Monday.

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Notably, Maharashtra had crossed the 1000-mark of COVID-19 cases on April 7.

The country's financial capital now alone accounts for 1540 COVID-19 cases and 101 deaths, he said.

Across the state, a total of 229 people have so far been discharged from hospitals after recovering from the viral infection.

The 11 fresh deaths were reported from the worst-hit Mumbai (9) while one death each was reported from Mira-Bhayandar region near Mumbai and Pimpri Chinchwad near Pune, the official said.

Among the 11 deceased, eight patients were suffering from diabetes, Asthma and heart disease, he added.

In neighbouring Thane circle, which consists of Thane city as well as several municipal corporations in Thane and Palghar districts, the total number of COVID-19 cases is 1790 with 116 deaths, the official said.

In Nashik circle in north Maharashtra which covers districts like Nashik, Ahmednagar, Dhule, Jalgaon and Nandurbar and all civic bodies, the number of patients who have contracted coronavirus infection stood at 64 with four deaths.

Notably, 29 of the total 64 cases from the Nashik circle are reported from the Malegaon municipal corporation, where two people have succumbed to the infection, the official said.

The Pune circle comprising Pune, Pimpri Chinchwad area, and Satara and Solapur districts has 315 COPVID-19 cases with 34 deaths.

In Kolhapur circle in western Maharashtra, the number of coronavirus positive cases stood at 38 with one fatality, the official added.

The Aurangabad circle in Marathwada region has reported 25 cases and one death so far, while the tally for Latur is 13 cases, but no death.

In Akola circle in east Maharashtra, a total of 40 COVID-19 cases have been found with two deaths, he said, adding that Nagpur has reported 40 cases and one death so far.

A total of nine patients from other states are being treated in Maharashtra for the virus infection while one person has died, the official said.

"Of the total 43,199 laboratory samples in Maharashtra, 39,089 samples have tested negative and 2334 positive," the official said.

Out of the 755 members of Tablighi Jamaat from Maharashtra who had attended the religious event in Delhi last month, 50 have tested positive from various cities, the official added.

Moreover, six contacts of these people have also been found to have contracted the infection in Ahmednagar and one in Pimpri-Chinchwad, he said.

"As per the guidance from the Centre, a cluster containment action plan is being implemented in places where groups of patients have been found in the state," he said, adding that a total of 4223 surveillance squads have been deployed across the state and 15.93 lakh people have been surveyed.

The number of COVID-19 cases in Maharashtra on Monday crossed the 2000-mark, with 352 more people, including 242 from Mumbai, testing positive for the novel coronavirus infection, a Health department official said.

The number of COVID-19 cases in Maharashtra on Monday crossed the 2000-mark, with 352 more people, including 242 from Mumbai, testing positive for the novel coronavirus infection, a Health department official said. Also read: Live: Prime Minister Narendra Modi to address nation at 10 AM today While the number of total cases has gone up to 2334, the COVID-19 death toll increased to 160 with 11 more people succumbing to the infection on Monday. Also read: Controversy erupts over food distribution in Tamil Nadu amid lockdown Notably, Maharashtra had crossed the 1000-mark of COVID-19 cases on April 7. The country's financial capital now alone accounts for 1540 COVID-19 cases and 101 deaths, he said. Across the state, a total of 229 people have so far been discharged from hospitals after recovering from the viral infection. The 11 fresh deaths were reported from the worst-hit Mumbai (9) while one death each was reported from Mira-Bhayandar region near Mumbai and Pimpri Chinchwad near Pune, the official said. Among the 11 deceased, eight patients were suffering from diabetes, Asthma and heart disease, he added. In neighbouring Thane circle, which consists of Thane city as well as several municipal corporations in Thane and Palghar districts, the total number of COVID-19 cases is 1790 with 116 deaths, the official said. In Nashik circle in north Maharashtra which covers districts like Nashik, Ahmednagar, Dhule, Jalgaon and Nandurbar and all civic bodies, the number of patients who have contracted coronavirus infection stood at 64 with four deaths. Notably, 29 of the total 64 cases from the Nashik circle are reported from the Malegaon municipal corporation, where two people have succumbed to the infection, the official said. The Pune circle comprising Pune, Pimpri Chinchwad area, and Satara and Solapur districts has 315 COPVID-19 cases with 34 deaths. In Kolhapur circle in western Maharashtra, the number of coronavirus positive cases stood at 38 with one fatality, the official added. The Aurangabad circle in Marathwada region has reported 25 cases and one death so far, while the tally for Latur is 13 cases, but no death. In Akola circle in east Maharashtra, a total of 40 COVID-19 cases have been found with two deaths, he said, adding that Nagpur has reported 40 cases and one death so far. A total of nine patients from other states are being treated in Maharashtra for the virus infection while one person has died, the official said. "Of the total 43,199 laboratory samples in Maharashtra, 39,089 samples have tested negative and 2334 positive," the official said. Out of the 755 members of Tablighi Jamaat from Maharashtra who had attended the religious event in Delhi last month, 50 have tested positive from various cities, the official added. Moreover, six contacts of these people have also been found to have contracted the infection in Ahmednagar and one in Pimpri-Chinchwad, he said. "As per the guidance from the Centre, a cluster containment action plan is being implemented in places where groups of patients have been found in the state," he said, adding that a total of 4223 surveillance squads have been deployed across the state and 15.93 lakh people have been surveyed.

Maharashtra's COVID-19 tally reaches 2334 with 352 fresh cases; death toll 160

Coronavirus cases in India have risen to 10,363 and the death toll to 339, according to data released by the Ministry of health.&nbsp;

A total number of 10,363 cases of coronavirus have been reported in India. So far, 339 people have succumbed to the infection in the country, while 1,035 patients have been cured. There are 8,988 active cases in the country, according to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.&nbsp;

The ministry also said that 1211 new cases and 31 deaths have been reported in the last 24 hours.&nbsp;

&nbsp;As India is fighting the COVID-19 crisis with nationwide lockdown, doctors and healthcare workers are working day and night to minimise the damage due to the pandemic with constant checks on the patients, either through phone or video conferencing. 
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The threat of them catching the coronavirus and infecting their own families also looms large, due to which most of the doctors have given up going homes and have shifted to solitary accommodations.

(With inputs from agencies)

Coronavirus cases in India have risen to 10,363 and the death toll to 339, according to data released by the Ministry of health. A total number of 10,363 cases of coronavirus have been reported in India.

Coronavirus cases in India have risen to 10,363 and the death toll to 339, according to data released by the Ministry of health. A total number of 10,363 cases of coronavirus have been reported in India. So far, 339 people have succumbed to the infection in the country, while 1,035 patients have been cured. There are 8,988 active cases in the country, according to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. The ministry also said that 1211 new cases and 31 deaths have been reported in the last 24 hours. As India is fighting the COVID-19 crisis with nationwide lockdown, doctors and healthcare workers are working day and night to minimise the damage due to the pandemic with constant checks on the patients, either through phone or video conferencing. The threat of them catching the coronavirus and infecting their own families also looms large, due to which most of the doctors have given up going homes and have shifted to solitary accommodations. (With inputs from agencies)

Coronavirus: India sees 1,211 cases in 24 hours; total tally at 10,363

Several chief ministers recommended a two-week extension of the lockdown at their meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday. While the central government’s statement says nothing about extending the nationwide shutdown that’s set to end next week on April 14.

India reports 9,352 positive COVID-19 cases

The novel coronavirus has so far infected more than 1.9 million people worldwide and resulted in the deaths of close to 120,000 people. But a safe and effective vaccine for it is still at least a year away.&nbsp; 
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However, researchers are rushing to repurpose existing drugs and non-drug therapies as well as testing promising experimental drugs that were already in clinical trials to treat COVID-19. 
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Some of the important drugs that are being tested 
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Remdesivir 
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This drug was originally made to tackle the RNA virus. As of now, it is considered to be the most promising against COVID-19. Results from the trial are expected in 3 months. 
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&nbsp;Hydroxy-chloroquine 
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This is an anti-malaria drug also believed to be antiviral. In one small French study, some COVID-19 patients showed improvements but there was no proof that the drug was the reason. Two&nbsp;other studies done in France and china showed no benefit of the drug in COVID-19 treatment. 
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India, united states are using this drug currently as a treatment for COVID-19 is some cases. Dozens of more clinical studies are underway around the world. Trial results expected in 3 months. 
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Actemra 
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Used for treating rheumatoid arthritis and hyper- immune response in cancer patients. 
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Fifteen registered trials in China, Europe and the u.S. Are testing it on COVID-19 patients, alone or in comparison to other therapies.&nbsp; 
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&nbsp;Kevzara 
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Is a monoclonal antibody approved for inflammatory arthritis. The drug is targeting the “cytokine storm” immune response in severely ill COVID-19 patients. Results expected in 3 months. 
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Jakavi

Has been developed to treat inflammatory and autoimmune diseases. One trial each in Canada and Mexico will test the drug in COVID-19 patients with severe respiratory symptoms with preliminary results expected by June 2020.&nbsp; 
 
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Kaletra 
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The antiviral combination used to treat and prevent HIV infections. More than twenty trials around the world are underway and initial results expected as soon as May 2020. 
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The novel coronavirus has so far infected more than 1.9 million people worldwide and resulted in the deaths of close to 120,000 people. But a safe and effective vaccine for it is still at least a year away.

The novel coronavirus has so far infected more than 1.9 million people worldwide and resulted in the deaths of close to 120,000 people. But a safe and effective vaccine for it is still at least a year away. However, researchers are rushing to repurpose existing drugs and non-drug therapies as well as testing promising experimental drugs that were already in clinical trials to treat COVID-19. Some of the important drugs that are being tested Remdesivir This drug was originally made to tackle the RNA virus. As of now, it is considered to be the most promising against COVID-19. Results from the trial are expected in 3 months. Hydroxy-chloroquine This is an anti-malaria drug also believed to be antiviral. In one small French study, some COVID-19 patients showed improvements but there was no proof that the drug was the reason. Two other studies done in France and china showed no benefit of the drug in COVID-19 treatment. India, united states are using this drug currently as a treatment for COVID-19 is some cases. Dozens of more clinical studies are underway around the world. Trial results expected in 3 months. Actemra Used for treating rheumatoid arthritis and hyper- immune response in cancer patients. Fifteen registered trials in China, Europe and the u.S. Are testing it on COVID-19 patients, alone or in comparison to other therapies. Kevzara Is a monoclonal antibody approved for inflammatory arthritis. The drug is targeting the “cytokine storm” immune response in severely ill COVID-19 patients. Results expected in 3 months. Jakavi Has been developed to treat inflammatory and autoimmune diseases. One trial each in Canada and Mexico will test the drug in COVID-19 patients with severe respiratory symptoms with preliminary results expected by June 2020. Kaletra The antiviral combination used to treat and prevent HIV infections. More than twenty trials around the world are underway and initial results expected as soon as May 2020.

Here are some of the important drugs tested to treat COVID-19

As the lockdown extends across the nation, it is not just humans that have been impacted. Animals especially stray dogs, cats, and cows that are largely dependant on humans for their food have been left to starve. Manjari Chaitanya a scientist from Bengaluru is working towards feeding these animals. Watch report.

Strays go hungry in lockdown: Bengaluru scientist dedicates kitchen to strays

Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal said on Tuesday that in the past few days the number of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/authorities-seal-coronavirus-hotspots-in-srinagar-292454">coronavirus</a> cases had risen significantly in the city.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/covid-19-mumbai-reports-204-cases-11-deaths-in-one-day-292480">Also Read: Mumbai reports 204 cases, 11 deaths in one day</a>

"On 9 April, 51 cases were reported, 183 on Apri 10, 166 the next day, 356 on April 13," the Delhi chief minister said, adding, "in the last two months, many foreigners came to Delhi from affected nations."

In Delhi, two doctors from RML hospital tested positive for COVID-19. "There is a possibility that both of them were exposed to COVID-19 positive cases. Contact tracing has started," RML officials said.

Meanwhile, the West Bengal government said that 120 active coronavirus cases were reported in the state which is an increase of 10 cases since&nbsp;Monday. The state has recorded seven deaths due to coronavirus.

Karnataka reported 13 new cases of coronavirus in the last 24 hours.&nbsp;

The total number of cases stand at 260 including 10 deaths and 71 people having been discharged, the state government informed.

Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal said on Tuesday that in the past few days the number of coronavirus cases had risen significantly in the city. Also Read: Mumbai reports 204 cases, 11 deaths in one day "On 9 April, 51 cases were reported, 183 on Apri 10, 166 the next day, 356 on April 13," the Delhi chief minister said, adding, "in the last two months, many foreigners came to Delhi from affected nations.

Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal said on Tuesday that in the past few days the number of coronavirus cases had risen significantly in the city. Also Read: Mumbai reports 204 cases, 11 deaths in one day "On 9 April, 51 cases were reported, 183 on Apri 10, 166 the next day, 356 on April 13," the Delhi chief minister said, adding, "in the last two months, many foreigners came to Delhi from affected nations." In Delhi, two doctors from RML hospital tested positive for COVID-19. "There is a possibility that both of them were exposed to COVID-19 positive cases. Contact tracing has started," RML officials said. Meanwhile, the West Bengal government said that 120 active coronavirus cases were reported in the state which is an increase of 10 cases since Monday. The state has recorded seven deaths due to coronavirus. Karnataka reported 13 new cases of coronavirus in the last 24 hours. The total number of cases stand at 260 including 10 deaths and 71 people having been discharged, the state government informed.

Last few days has seen COVID-19 cases rise significantly: Delhi CM Kejriwal

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday spoke on phone today with Mahmoud Abbas, President of Palestine and conveyed greetings to the President and the people of Palestine, for the forthcoming holy month of Ramzan.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday spoke on phone today with Mahmoud Abbas, President of Palestine and conveyed greetings to the President and the people of Palestine, for the forthcoming holy month of Ramzan. Modi also appreciated the efforts being made by Palestine authorities to protect their population from the virus. He also assured all possible support from India for these efforts. The two leaders agreed to remain in touch at appropriate levels to explore avenues of cooperation at this challenging time. The two leaders also discussed the challenges posed by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and apprised each other of the steps being taken in their respective countries to control the situation.

PM Modi conveys Ramzan greetings to Palestine President Abbas in telephonic conversation 

As COVID crisis creates havoc in America, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will help Indians worried about visa issue and may extend their stay depending on the circumstances. &nbsp;WION learnt that the body may provide special consideration or expedited processing for those who may need it on a case-by-case basis.

USCIS takes care of issues like visas, citizenship, work visas etc and is expected to provide special support for individuals who may be affected by circumstances beyond their control.

India last week had requested the US government to extend the validity of H-1B and other visas for Indian nationals stranded in the country due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The request was conveyed from the US state department to the US Department of Homeland Security, under which USCIS comes.

The US Citizenship and Immigration Services have taken steps to help immigration-related problems of individuals, employers which they facing due to the ongoing COVID crisis in the US. The body is currently analyzing issues and other possible steps the agency may take to further address some of these challenges and will consider the public’s recommendations.&nbsp;

The matter was taken up by Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan, who shared the concerns with US Deputy Secretary of State Stephen E. Biegun on Wednesday.&nbsp;

During the talks between the Foreign Secretary and the US Deputy Secretary of State, both discussed ways to enhance cooperation to counter and control the pandemic, including measures "through the development of novel therapies and prophylactics against COVID-19 and ensuring the availability of essential medicines, diagnostic and medical equipment, and sharing of best practices and information", say sources.

If the employer terminates the contract of an H-1B holder, the employee needs to find new employment within 60 days to retain their H-1B status. But until now there has been no order as such from the US Government asking employers to terminate services of H-1B visa holders.

With fears of unemployment in the US, news has been going around that Indians with an H-1B visa might be impacted. Almost 10 million Americans have filed for unemployment allowance which has been the larger trend and not specific to Indians. In addition to this, visa renewal is being delayed due to the lockdown.

It is to be noted that Indians constitute the largest percentage of H-1B visa holders in the US. US and India have been having a high-level mutual engagement ever since the COVID-19 pandemic broke.&nbsp;

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump spoke on April 4 regarding steps to counter the crisis arising out of the situation. Minister of External Affairs S Jaishankar had also spoken with US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on April 6.

As COVID crisis creates havoc in America, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will help Indians worried about visa issue and may extend their stay depending on the circumstances.

As COVID crisis creates havoc in America, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will help Indians worried about visa issue and may extend their stay depending on the circumstances. WION learnt that the body may provide special consideration or expedited processing for those who may need it on a case-by-case basis. USCIS takes care of issues like visas, citizenship, work visas etc and is expected to provide special support for individuals who may be affected by circumstances beyond their control. India last week had requested the US government to extend the validity of H-1B and other visas for Indian nationals stranded in the country due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The request was conveyed from the US state department to the US Department of Homeland Security, under which USCIS comes. The US Citizenship and Immigration Services have taken steps to help immigration-related problems of individuals, employers which they facing due to the ongoing COVID crisis in the US. The body is currently analyzing issues and other possible steps the agency may take to further address some of these challenges and will consider the public’s recommendations. The matter was taken up by Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan, who shared the concerns with US Deputy Secretary of State Stephen E. Biegun on Wednesday. During the talks between the Foreign Secretary and the US Deputy Secretary of State, both discussed ways to enhance cooperation to counter and control the pandemic, including measures "through the development of novel therapies and prophylactics against COVID-19 and ensuring the availability of essential medicines, diagnostic and medical equipment, and sharing of best practices and information", say sources. If the employer terminates the contract of an H-1B holder, the employee needs to find new employment within 60 days to retain their H-1B status. But until now there has been no order as such from the US Government asking employers to terminate services of H-1B visa holders. With fears of unemployment in the US, news has been going around that Indians with an H-1B visa might be impacted. Almost 10 million Americans have filed for unemployment allowance which has been the larger trend and not specific to Indians. In addition to this, visa renewal is being delayed due to the lockdown. It is to be noted that Indians constitute the largest percentage of H-1B visa holders in the US. US and India have been having a high-level mutual engagement ever since the COVID-19 pandemic broke. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump spoke on April 4 regarding steps to counter the crisis arising out of the situation. Minister of External Affairs S Jaishankar had also spoken with US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on April 6.

COVID-19 crisis visa extension issue: US to extend stay depending on ground situation 

The Group of Seven advanced nations favours a temporary halt to debt payments from the world's poorest countries, but only if G20 governments also agree, AFP report said quoting G7 finance ministers said Tuesday.

The Group of Seven advanced nations favours a temporary halt to debt payments from the world's poorest countries, but only if G20 governments also agree, AFP report said quoting G7 finance ministers said Tuesday. Noting that these countries face the most hardship in trying to deal with the coronavirus pandemic, the G7 members "stand ready to provide a time-bound suspension on debt service payments" owed to their governments "if joined by all bilateral official creditors in the G20 and as agreed with the Paris Club." The G20 includes major emerging market economies like China and Russia.

G7 favours temporary halt to debt payments for poorest countries if G20 agrees

After learning about the extension of the nationwide lockdown, a large group of migrant labourers gathered in Bandra railway station in Mumbai demanding they be sent to native places amid lockdown.

After learning about the extension of the nationwide lockdown, a large group of migrant labourers gathered in Bandra railway station in Mumbai demanding they be sent to native places amid lockdown. However, they dispersed later after police and local leaders intervened. Several migrant labourers, staying put at a temporary shelter nearby, had gathered outside Bandra (West) railway station after learning about the lockdown extension until May 3, and began to panic and started assembling at the locality. Mumbai: A large group of migrant labourers gathered in Bandra, demanding for permission to return to their native states. They later dispersed after police and local leaders intervened and asked them to vacate. pic.twitter.com/uKdyUXzmnJ — ANI (@ANI) April 14, 2020 × However, after the police arrived, the crowd dispersed sometime later. According to reports, many labourers fear food shortage and reportedly gathered to protest. Later the police and some authorities assured them that ration will be distributed and they must maintain a line for the same. Meanwhile, Maharashtra Home Minister Anil Deshmukh said the situation at Bandra station where migrant workers gathered now under control.

Migrant workers defy lockdown in Mumbai, demand they be sent to native places

The Maharashtra government reported 204 cases of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/migrant-workers-gather-in-mumbai-demand-they-be-sent-to-native-places-amid-lockdown-292478">coronavirus </a>in Mumbai on Tuesday taking the total number of cases to 1,753 in the city.

Mumbai reported 11 deaths due to the virus on Tuesday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/1036-people-have-been-cured-of-the-virus-indias-health-ministry-292457">Also Read:&nbsp;1,036 people have been cured of the virus: India's health ministry</a>

Eight new coronavirus cases were confirmed in Kerala; four from Kannur, three from Kozhikode and one from Kasaragod, state health minister&nbsp;KK Shailaja said.

Eight more coronavirus cases were reported in Punjab today, taking the total number of coronavirus cases in the state to 184. Thirteen people have died due the virus in the state.

The Tamil Nadu government said on Tuesday that 1,173 samples tested positive for the virus on Monday.

"Out of the 31 samples, twenty-one belong to a single source contact, one is an inter-state travel and nine are other contacts. Everybody has been traced to a particular contact," Tamil Nadu health secretary said.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, The Indian Army said a doctor who was involved in fighting the coronavirus tested positive for the virus.

(With ANI inputs)

The Maharashtra government reported 204 cases of coronavirus in Mumbai on Tuesday taking the total number of cases to 1,753 in the city. Mumbai reported 11 deaths due to the virus on Tuesday.

The Maharashtra government reported 204 cases of coronavirus in Mumbai on Tuesday taking the total number of cases to 1,753 in the city. Mumbai reported 11 deaths due to the virus on Tuesday. Also Read: 1,036 people have been cured of the virus: India's health ministry Eight new coronavirus cases were confirmed in Kerala; four from Kannur, three from Kozhikode and one from Kasaragod, state health minister KK Shailaja said. Eight more coronavirus cases were reported in Punjab today, taking the total number of coronavirus cases in the state to 184. Thirteen people have died due the virus in the state. The Tamil Nadu government said on Tuesday that 1,173 samples tested positive for the virus on Monday. "Out of the 31 samples, twenty-one belong to a single source contact, one is an inter-state travel and nine are other contacts. Everybody has been traced to a particular contact," Tamil Nadu health secretary said. Meanwhile, The Indian Army said a doctor who was involved in fighting the coronavirus tested positive for the virus. (With ANI inputs)

COVID-19: Mumbai reports 204 cases, 11 deaths in one day

Daily wage workers amid coronavirus lockdown gathered at Bandra station and demanded essential supplies. Watch report.

Massive violation of lockdown in India: Workers demand essential supplies

Joint Secretary of Health Ministry Lav Agarwal briefed the media on pandemic COVID-19 status across the country. Watch the video for more information.

Indian Health Ministry briefs media on COVID-19 status: Over 2 lakh samples tested so far

India's health ministry said today that it has received another installment for RT-PCR kits which essentially means that it can cover the crisis&nbsp;for a long period of time.

"Additionally, we are ordering close to about 33 lakh kits for RT-PCR and 37 lakh rapid kits are expected to come at any point in time," R Gangakhedkar of Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), said.

On Monday, ICMR tested 2,31,902 samples of COVID-19, it informed

India's health ministry official said till now 1,036 people have been cured of the virus and 179 people were diagnosed on Monday and cured.

"5.29 crore beneficiaries have been given free ration of food grains under Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Ann Yojana. 3,985 MT of pulses have been dispatched to various states and union territories for distribution," finance ministry official said.

India's Prime Minister Modi on Tuesday extended the countrywide lockdown till May 3 as coronavirus continued to rise in the country.

The Uttar Pradesh government announced that it has recorded 657 coronavirus cases in the country which includes at least 49 who were cured of the virus and eight people who died.

India's health ministry said today that it has received another installment for RT-PCR kits which essentially means that it can cover the crisis for a long period of time.

India's health ministry said today that it has received another installment for RT-PCR kits which essentially means that it can cover the crisis for a long period of time. "Additionally, we are ordering close to about 33 lakh kits for RT-PCR and 37 lakh rapid kits are expected to come at any point in time," R Gangakhedkar of Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), said. On Monday, ICMR tested 2,31,902 samples of COVID-19, it informed India's health ministry official said till now 1,036 people have been cured of the virus and 179 people were diagnosed on Monday and cured. "5.29 crore beneficiaries have been given free ration of food grains under Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Ann Yojana. 3,985 MT of pulses have been dispatched to various states and union territories for distribution," finance ministry official said. India's Prime Minister Modi on Tuesday extended the countrywide lockdown till May 3 as coronavirus continued to rise in the country. The Uttar Pradesh government announced that it has recorded 657 coronavirus cases in the country which includes at least 49 who were cured of the virus and eight people who died.

1,036 people have been cured of the virus: India's health ministry

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on April 14 in his speech further extended the lockdown period in India till 3rd May. In his 24 minute speech, he addressed the nation over the current situation of COVID-19 cases in India.

Nationwide lockdown in India extended till May 3: Evaluation of lockdown on April 20

After PM Modi’s speech, authorities have started sealing COVID-19 hotspots in Srinagar city by cementing iron roads to stop the movement of people. Authorities have started sealing all those areas where multiple cases of CoronaVirus were reported since morning.

After PM Modi’s speech, authorities have started sealing COVID-19 hotspots in Srinagar city by cementing iron roads to stop the movement of people. Authorities have started sealing all those areas where multiple cases of CoronaVirus were reported since morning. People falling under these areas will get essential commodities through administration and certain routes have been kept open where the deployment of security forces have been made. “Initially, when cases came out, it was notified as a hotspot. This is to stop the further spread of viruses. We have kept alternate route and access of them,” said Mubashir, an Executive Magistrate. Authorities say they have held meetings with the local administration before sealing these areas. “Plans have been framed for the supply of essential services and a community has been formed,” Mubashir said. Srinagar has reported 70 CoronaVirus positive cases so far with valley crossing the 200 mark yesterday. Four people have died due to the pandemic while 250 are still active positive. There are 12 hotspots and all of them have been sealed now as a containment measure under the government policy.

Authorities seal coronavirus hotspots in Srinagar 

Despite 21-days lockdown in India the coronavirus continues to spread. This has forced the government to extend the lockdown for more than 19 days. Watch report.

India continues to fight the coronavirus pandemic: Lockdown extended

To fight against deadly coronavirus outbreak in the country, Prime Minister Narendra Modi today extended the nationwide lockdown till May 3.

PM Modi's 7-point message to fight COVID-19

As PM Narendra Modi <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-narendra-modi-extends-lockdown-till-may-3-as-coronavirus-cases-cross-10000-292393">announced the extension of lockdown</a> to three more weeks on Tuesday, the popular phrase 'May The Fourth' started trending on Twitter. 
 
The lockdown in India has been extended till May 3, and most people on Twitter used the famous catchphrase from 'Star Wars' to wish each other for the coming few weeks of isolation. 
 
"May the 4th be with us,” said a Twitter user with the handle Textual Offender. There were a few others too who reacted to the lockdown with the Star Wars line.

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May 4th will now be the day when the lockdown in India will end. PM Modi, though added a word fo caution in his speech where he mentioned that the coming days would be crucial and certain restrictions may be lifted after April 20 after evaluating the situation.

As PM Narendra Modi announced the extension of lockdown to three more weeks on Tuesday, the popular phrase 'May The Fourth' started trending on Twitter. The lockdown in India has been extended till May 3, and most people on Twitter used the famous catchphrase from 'Star Wars' to wish each other for the coming few weeks of isolation.

As PM Narendra Modi announced the extension of lockdown to three more weeks on Tuesday, the popular phrase 'May The Fourth' started trending on Twitter. The lockdown in India has been extended till May 3, and most people on Twitter used the famous catchphrase from 'Star Wars' to wish each other for the coming few weeks of isolation. "May the 4th be with us,” said a Twitter user with the handle Textual Offender. There were a few others too who reacted to the lockdown with the Star Wars line. May the 4th be with us. — Textual Offender (@TextualOffender) April 14, 2020 × India - May the 4th be with you..... Till then Sith at home!!! pic.twitter.com/4zn1FYKzbX — Madan Sanglikar (maddy) (@maddyisms) April 14, 2020 × Lock down in India till May 3. For my friends in India - May the 4th be with you. #lockdown — chinmay kansara (@chinmayrocksta1) April 14, 2020 × Someone even shared PM Modi's 2014 Madison Square Garden speech where he had used the same phrase. “Gob bless you, May the 4th be with you,” read the tweet. “Gob bless you, May the 4th be with you “ #Lockdown2 pic.twitter.com/nTrA9YKsJY — Ghatta (@Kattehaiklu) April 14, 2020 × May 4th will now be the day when the lockdown in India will end. PM Modi, though added a word fo caution in his speech where he mentioned that the coming days would be crucial and certain restrictions may be lifted after April 20 after evaluating the situation.

'May the 4th be with you': Twitter has a 'Star Wars' inference to PM Modi's call for lockdown extension

The government has decided to extend the restriction on domestic transport services—railways, flights and interstate buses—across the country till May 3.

This move came in after Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended the nation-wide lockdown period until May 3 in his address to the nation.

"All domestic and international scheduled airlines operations shall remain suspended till11:59pm of 03 May 2020," the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) said in a statement.

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The statement said this restriction will not apply to international all-cargo operations and flights specifically approved by DGCA.&nbsp;

"All passenger train services on Indian Railways including Premium trains, Mail/Express trains, Passenger trains, Suburban Trains, Kolkata Metro Rail, Konkan Railway etc shall continue to remain cancel till the 2400hrs of 3rd May 2020," Ministry of Railways tweeted.

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India has been under a nationwide lockdown since March 25. The number of positive COVID-19 cases in India breached the 10,000-mark on Tuesday, while the global count inched closer to two million.

A total number of 10,363 cases of coronavirus have been reported in India. So far, 339 people have succumbed to the infection in the country, while 1,035 patients have been cured. There are 8,988 active cases in the country. Total 1211 new cases and 31 deaths have been reported in the last 24 hours.&nbsp;

The government has decided to extend the restriction on domestic transport services—railways, flights and interstate buses—across the country till May 3. This move came in after Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended the nation-wide lockdown period until May 3 in his address to the nation.

The government has decided to extend the restriction on domestic transport services—railways, flights and interstate buses—across the country till May 3. This move came in after Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended the nation-wide lockdown period until May 3 in his address to the nation. "All domestic and international scheduled airlines operations shall remain suspended till11:59pm of 03 May 2020," the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) said in a statement. pic.twitter.com/YAqYgvRCLo — DGCA (@DGCAIndia) April 14, 2020 × The statement said this restriction will not apply to international all-cargo operations and flights specifically approved by DGCA. "All passenger train services on Indian Railways including Premium trains, Mail/Express trains, Passenger trains, Suburban Trains, Kolkata Metro Rail, Konkan Railway etc shall continue to remain cancel till the 2400hrs of 3rd May 2020," Ministry of Railways tweeted. All passenger train services on Indian Railways including Premium trains, Mail/Express trains, Passenger trains, Suburban Trains, Kolkata Metro Rail, Konkan Railway etc shall continue to remain cancel till the 2400hrs of 3rd May 2020. #IndiaFightsCorona — Ministry of Railways (@RailMinIndia) April 14, 2020 × India has been under a nationwide lockdown since March 25. The number of positive COVID-19 cases in India breached the 10,000-mark on Tuesday, while the global count inched closer to two million. A total number of 10,363 cases of coronavirus have been reported in India. So far, 339 people have succumbed to the infection in the country, while 1,035 patients have been cured. There are 8,988 active cases in the country. Total 1211 new cases and 31 deaths have been reported in the last 24 hours.

Lockdown extension in India: Flights, Railways to remain suspended till May 3

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