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Kamal Nath-led Congress government in Madhya Pradesh got a breather today when the assembly was adjourned till March 26th without the trust vote after a one-minute address by Governor Lalji Tandon. The Opposition party BJP, which is confident of overthrowing the ruling Congress, has approached the Supreme Court.&nbsp;

In his address, Governor Lalji Tandon appealed to Members: "All must follow the rules under the Constitution so that dignity of Madhya Pradesh remains protected".

After completing his address, Tandon left the Assembly shortly after the proceedings began.

Following this, the House was adjourned till March 26.

BJP leaders raised slogans against the incumbent government in the Assembly.

In the Assembly former chief minister, Shivraj Singh Chouhan said that the current Congress government lacks majority while Finance Minister in the state government, Tarun Bhanot demanded that all missing Congress MLAs should be brought back to the Assembly.

BJP had demanded a floor test, to decide the fate of the Kamal Nath led Congress government to be held today, the Congress leaders have stated that all their MLAs need to be present in the house for the test.

Prior to the proceedings, the Leader of Opposition in Madhya Pradesh Assembly, Gopal Bhargav had said that Chief Minister Kamal Nath should tender his resignation on moral grounds as his government lacks the majority.

"The state government is running away from facing the floor test but it cannot be saved from collapsing as a good number of MLAs are against it. Government has been defeated morally and the Chief Minister should resign on moral ground," Bhargav told.

(With inputs from ANI)&nbsp;

Kamal Nath-led Congress government in Madhya Pradesh got a breather today when the assembly was adjourned till March 26th without the trust vote after a one-minute address by Governor Lalji Tandon.

Kamal Nath-led Congress government in Madhya Pradesh got a breather today when the assembly was adjourned till March 26th without the trust vote after a one-minute address by Governor Lalji Tandon. The Opposition party BJP, which is confident of overthrowing the ruling Congress, has approached the Supreme Court. In his address, Governor Lalji Tandon appealed to Members: "All must follow the rules under the Constitution so that dignity of Madhya Pradesh remains protected". After completing his address, Tandon left the Assembly shortly after the proceedings began. Following this, the House was adjourned till March 26. BJP leaders raised slogans against the incumbent government in the Assembly. In the Assembly former chief minister, Shivraj Singh Chouhan said that the current Congress government lacks majority while Finance Minister in the state government, Tarun Bhanot demanded that all missing Congress MLAs should be brought back to the Assembly. BJP had demanded a floor test, to decide the fate of the Kamal Nath led Congress government to be held today, the Congress leaders have stated that all their MLAs need to be present in the house for the test. Prior to the proceedings, the Leader of Opposition in Madhya Pradesh Assembly, Gopal Bhargav had said that Chief Minister Kamal Nath should tender his resignation on moral grounds as his government lacks the majority. "The state government is running away from facing the floor test but it cannot be saved from collapsing as a good number of MLAs are against it. Government has been defeated morally and the Chief Minister should resign on moral ground," Bhargav told. (With inputs from ANI)

Madhya Pradesh Assembly adjourned till March 26th in view of coronavirus

The Union Health Ministry said the number of novel Coronavirus cases in the country rose to 93 on Sunday, including one each from Delhi and Karnataka.

COVID-19 cases rise up to 93 in India as 9 more people tests positive

India has shut down Kartarpur corridor with Pakistan for an indefinite period beginning Sunday midnight in view of the Coronavirus outbreak, the Home Ministry said.

The corridor is a 4.6-km-long passage which originates from Dera Baba Nanak in Punjab and goes on till the Kartarpur shrine of Pakistan.

Pakistan government on Saturday&nbsp;banned its citizens from travelling to the shrine.&nbsp;

"In wake of COVID19 India outbreak, as a precautionary measure to contain and control the spread of the disease, the travel and registration for Sri Kartarpur Sahib is temporarily suspended from 00:00 hours on March 16, 2020, till further orders," a home ministry spokesperson said.

On Saturday, the government had announced the suspension of all types of passenger movement from 00:00 hours on March 15 through the Indo-Bangla, Indo-Nepal, Indo-Bhutan and Indo-Myanmar borders barring a few specified border checkposts.

All types of passenger movements through all the immigration land check posts located India-Bangladesh, India-Nepal, India-Bhutan and India-Myanmar borders will be suspended with effect from 00:00 hours on March 15, except through a few posts, and at India-Pakistan border with effect from 00:00 hours on March 16 until further orders, according to a home ministry order.

The decisions have been taken in view of the coronavirus threat, a home ministry official said.

In November, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had inaugurated a dedicated corridor connecting Dera Baba Nanak in Punjab with Kartarpur Sahib gurudwara in Pakistan.

Indian pilgrims of all faiths are allowed to undertake round the year visa-free travel to the historic gurudwara, the final resting place of the founder of Sikhism Guru Nanak Dev ji.&nbsp;

(With inputs from PTI)&nbsp;

India has shut down Kartarpur corridor with Pakistan for an indefinite period beginning Sunday midnight in view of the Coronavirus outbreak, the Home Ministry said.

India has shut down Kartarpur corridor with Pakistan for an indefinite period beginning Sunday midnight in view of the Coronavirus outbreak, the Home Ministry said. The corridor is a 4.6-km-long passage which originates from Dera Baba Nanak in Punjab and goes on till the Kartarpur shrine of Pakistan. Pakistan government on Saturday banned its citizens from travelling to the shrine. "In wake of COVID19 India outbreak, as a precautionary measure to contain and control the spread of the disease, the travel and registration for Sri Kartarpur Sahib is temporarily suspended from 00:00 hours on March 16, 2020, till further orders," a home ministry spokesperson said. On Saturday, the government had announced the suspension of all types of passenger movement from 00:00 hours on March 15 through the Indo-Bangla, Indo-Nepal, Indo-Bhutan and Indo-Myanmar borders barring a few specified border checkposts. All types of passenger movements through all the immigration land check posts located India-Bangladesh, India-Nepal, India-Bhutan and India-Myanmar borders will be suspended with effect from 00:00 hours on March 15, except through a few posts, and at India-Pakistan border with effect from 00:00 hours on March 16 until further orders, according to a home ministry order. The decisions have been taken in view of the coronavirus threat, a home ministry official said. In November, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had inaugurated a dedicated corridor connecting Dera Baba Nanak in Punjab with Kartarpur Sahib gurudwara in Pakistan. Indian pilgrims of all faiths are allowed to undertake round the year visa-free travel to the historic gurudwara, the final resting place of the founder of Sikhism Guru Nanak Dev ji. (With inputs from PTI)

India shuts down Kartarpur corridor with Pakistan for indefinite period  

A total of 218 Indians, including 211 students, stranded in coronavirus-hit Italy arrived in India on Sunday, Minister of State for External Affairs V Muraleedharan said.

He said all of them will be quarantined for 14 days.

"218 Indians including 211 students from Milan landed in Delhi. All will be quarantined for 14 days. GoI (Government of India) is committed to reaching out to Indians in distress, wherever they are," Muraleedharan tweeted.

"Appreciate Govt. Of Italy for their support and team @IndiainItaly @cgmilan1 @airindiain @DrSJaishankar," he added.

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The flight landed around 9.45 am at the Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) here, an airport official said.

"Air India always spreads its wings to stand by the nation in its hour of need," an airline spokesperson said soon after the flight from Milan landed here.

The coronavirus outbreak, declared a pandemic by the World Health Organisation (WHO) on Wednesday, has led to more than 5,000 deaths globally.

The government has suspended all visas, barring a few categories like diplomatic and employment, in an attempt to prevent the spread of coronavirus as cases across India rose to more than 90.

The government has been carrying out the evacuation of Indians from countries, including Iran and Italy.&nbsp;

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A total of 218 Indians, including 211 students, stranded in coronavirus-hit Italy arrived in India on Sunday, Minister of State for External Affairs V Muraleedharan said.

A total of 218 Indians, including 211 students, stranded in coronavirus-hit Italy arrived in India on Sunday, Minister of State for External Affairs V Muraleedharan said. He said all of them will be quarantined for 14 days. "218 Indians including 211 students from Milan landed in Delhi. All will be quarantined for 14 days. GoI (Government of India) is committed to reaching out to Indians in distress, wherever they are," Muraleedharan tweeted. "Appreciate Govt. Of Italy for their support and team @IndiainItaly @cgmilan1 @airindiain @DrSJaishankar," he added. 211 students & 7 compassionate cases departed by AI flight #Milan.🙏all those who helped us through this difficult situation. Special 🙏to @airindiain team & Italian authorities. Consulate will continue to ensure welfare of all Indians in northern #Italy @MEAIndia @DrSJaishankar pic.twitter.com/eTX6GXHWCf — India in Milan (@cgmilan1) March 14, 2020 × The flight landed around 9.45 am at the Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) here, an airport official said. "Air India always spreads its wings to stand by the nation in its hour of need," an airline spokesperson said soon after the flight from Milan landed here. The coronavirus outbreak, declared a pandemic by the World Health Organisation (WHO) on Wednesday, has led to more than 5,000 deaths globally. The government has suspended all visas, barring a few categories like diplomatic and employment, in an attempt to prevent the spread of coronavirus as cases across India rose to more than 90. The government has been carrying out the evacuation of Indians from countries, including Iran and Italy. (With inputs from PTI)

218 Indians stranded in coronavirus-hit Italy arrive in India: MEA 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead SAARC video conference call today at 5 pm to chalk out a common strategy to counter the coronavirus crisis in the region.

All heads of the government except Pakistan to join the effort. Imran Khan's government will be represented by Special Assistant to Prime Minister for health Dr Zafar Mirza.

An announcement to this effect was made late Friday by Aisha Farooqui,&nbsp;spokesperson for Pakistan Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

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In a tweet, Aisha Farooqui said, "The threat of #COVID-19 requires coordinated efforts at global and regional level. We have communicated that SAPM on Health will be available to participate in the video conference of SAARC member countries on the issue."

All SAARC nations welcomed PM Modi's call for a joint strategy to fight COVID-19.&nbsp;

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Modi had suggested that the bloc should unite to create an effective strategy. The idea is to come up with a coordinated response to the coronavirus outbreak in South Asia.

This move is significant as India is looking beyond its borders to help neighbours in the time of crisis. India is also rising above differences with Pakistan even though there is no improvement in Pakistan's record on terror.

This initiative also shows geopolitical maturity on India's part.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead SAARC video conference call today at 5 pm to chalk out a common strategy to counter the coronavirus crisis in the region. All heads of the government except Pakistan to join the effort.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead SAARC video conference call today at 5 pm to chalk out a common strategy to counter the coronavirus crisis in the region. All heads of the government except Pakistan to join the effort. Imran Khan's government will be represented by Special Assistant to Prime Minister for health Dr Zafar Mirza. An announcement to this effect was made late Friday by Aisha Farooqui, spokesperson for Pakistan Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Watch | PM Modi to lead SAARC video conference on Covid-19 × In a tweet, Aisha Farooqui said, "The threat of #COVID-19 requires coordinated efforts at global and regional level. We have communicated that SAPM on Health will be available to participate in the video conference of SAARC member countries on the issue." All SAARC nations welcomed PM Modi's call for a joint strategy to fight COVID-19. Timely action for a healthier planet. Tomorrow at 5 PM, leaders of SAARC nations will discuss, via conferencing, a roadmap to fight the challenge of COVID-19 Novel Coronavirus. I am confident that our coming together will lead to effective outcomes and benefit our citizens. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 14, 2020 × Modi had suggested that the bloc should unite to create an effective strategy. The idea is to come up with a coordinated response to the coronavirus outbreak in South Asia. This move is significant as India is looking beyond its borders to help neighbours in the time of crisis. India is also rising above differences with Pakistan even though there is no improvement in Pakistan's record on terror. This initiative also shows geopolitical maturity on India's part.

COVID-19: PM Modi to lead SAARC video conference call today at 5 pm

The count of those infected by the novel coronavirus countrywide touched 100, according to reports from the states, though the Union home ministry put the official infection number at 84.

India: State govts to bear hospital cost for Covid-19 patients

SAARC leaders are set to hold a summit on video-conference on coronavirus on Sunday, 5 pm, after Pakistan late Friday night accepted Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s proposal to hold such a meeting.

PM Modi to lead SAARC video conference on Covid-19

In the wake of coronavirus scare, all educational institutions across Gujarat will remain closed from March 16 to 29, said Anil Mukim, state Chief Secretary on Sunday.

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"All educational institutions - schools, colleges, tuition classes, Anganwadi across the state will remain closed from March 16 to 29 and while no teaching work will be done here but the teaching and non-teaching staff can come," Mukim said in a press conference here.

He also said, "A fine of Rs 500 will be imposed on anyone who will be caught spitting in public places."

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The total number of confirmed coronavirus cases across India reached 107 (including foreign nationals), according to the Ministry of Family and Health Welfare on Sunday.

The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared that Europe has become the new 'epicentre' of the global coronavirus pandemic that has infected more than 15 lakh people with over 4000 deaths.

In the wake of coronavirus scare, all educational institutions across Gujarat will remain closed from March 16 to 29, said Anil Mukim, state Chief Secretary on Sunday.

In the wake of coronavirus scare, all educational institutions across Gujarat will remain closed from March 16 to 29, said Anil Mukim, state Chief Secretary on Sunday. Also read: Coronavirus in India: 23 new cases reported; infected toll jumps to 107 "All educational institutions - schools, colleges, tuition classes, Anganwadi across the state will remain closed from March 16 to 29 and while no teaching work will be done here but the teaching and non-teaching staff can come," Mukim said in a press conference here. He also said, "A fine of Rs 500 will be imposed on anyone who will be caught spitting in public places." Also read: Europe now the epicentre of coronavirus pandemic: WHO The total number of confirmed coronavirus cases across India reached 107 (including foreign nationals), according to the Ministry of Family and Health Welfare on Sunday. The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared that Europe has become the new 'epicentre' of the global coronavirus pandemic that has infected more than 15 lakh people with over 4000 deaths.

Educational institutions across state to remain closed from March 16 to 29: Gujarat Chief Secy

The civic body in Bengaluru has said that gathering at marriage functions should not exceed 100 people in order to curb the spread of coronavirus.

A circular issued by Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) dated March 15 said, "All marriage functions pre-booked in marriage halls, hotels, Party places, etc. prior to the issue of circular dated March 13, shall be allowed to be conducted subject to the condition that the gathering in the function not exceeding 100 persons.

Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/218-indians-stranded-in-coronavirus-hit-italy-arrive-in-india-mea-286457">218 Indians stranded in coronavirus-hit Italy arrive in India: MEA&nbsp;</a>

"The above relaxation is an exception in consideration of the difficulties in rescheduling and cancelling the Marriage event immediately," the circular said.

It said, "The Owners/Management of such locations where Marriages are to be solemnized due to pre-booking shall maintain high standards of sanitation and hygiene by periodically cleaning by 10 per cent Sodium Hydrochloride Solution or any other effective disinfectant the surfaces, floors and exposed areas likely to be touched by the attendants.

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"Any person attending the function having any such symptoms like Cough, Cold, and Fever etc. shall be requested for immediately leaving the Programmes," it said.

The civic body further said in the circular, "No fresh bookings of any place for Marriage programme are permitted till further orders. Any bookings on future dates by any organizer, event manager, owner of such property or any other person will be at his own risk and action will be taken against the property or any other person for any kind of bookings before an Order allowing such bookings is issued by a Competent Authority.

"The restrictions imposed are in the absolute interest of Public Health for preventing the Community Spread and outbreak of the disease at a mass scale. All other restrictions imposed by order dated March 13 shall stand the same," the Circular added.

The civic body in Bengaluru has said that gathering at marriage functions should not exceed 100 people in order to curb the spread of coronavirus. A circular issued by Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) dated March 15 said, "All marriage functions pre-booked in marriage halls, hotels, Party places, etc.

The civic body in Bengaluru has said that gathering at marriage functions should not exceed 100 people in order to curb the spread of coronavirus. A circular issued by Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) dated March 15 said, "All marriage functions pre-booked in marriage halls, hotels, Party places, etc. prior to the issue of circular dated March 13, shall be allowed to be conducted subject to the condition that the gathering in the function not exceeding 100 persons. Also read: 218 Indians stranded in coronavirus-hit Italy arrive in India: MEA "The above relaxation is an exception in consideration of the difficulties in rescheduling and cancelling the Marriage event immediately," the circular said. It said, "The Owners/Management of such locations where Marriages are to be solemnized due to pre-booking shall maintain high standards of sanitation and hygiene by periodically cleaning by 10 per cent Sodium Hydrochloride Solution or any other effective disinfectant the surfaces, floors and exposed areas likely to be touched by the attendants. Also read: India shuts down Kartarpur corridor with Pakistan for indefinite period "Any person attending the function having any such symptoms like Cough, Cold, and Fever etc. shall be requested for immediately leaving the Programmes," it said. The civic body further said in the circular, "No fresh bookings of any place for Marriage programme are permitted till further orders. Any bookings on future dates by any organizer, event manager, owner of such property or any other person will be at his own risk and action will be taken against the property or any other person for any kind of bookings before an Order allowing such bookings is issued by a Competent Authority. "The restrictions imposed are in the absolute interest of Public Health for preventing the Community Spread and outbreak of the disease at a mass scale. All other restrictions imposed by order dated March 13 shall stand the same," the Circular added.

Gathering at marriage functions shouldn't exceed 100 people: Bengaluru civic body amid COVID-19 scare

"We must all act together, we must all succeed together," was the message of PM Narendra Modi as he addressed SAARC leaders&nbsp;through a video-conference on Sunday.

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"Our people-to-people ties are ancient and our societies are deeply interconnected. Therefore, we must all prepare together, act together and succeed together," PM Modi said.

PM Modi also proposed setting up a COVID-19 emergency fund. He said India can start with a contribution of 10 million&nbsp;USD and any of the SAARC nations can use this fund.&nbsp;

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PM Modi also praised steps taken by SAARC nations to control the outbreak, saying that the region reported less than 150 COVID-19 cases. However, he said, "we need to remain vigilant".&nbsp;

"'Prepare, but don't panic' has been India's guiding mantra in dealing with coronavirus outbreak," said PM Modi as he mentioned the various steps taken by the country to control the spread of the pandemic.&nbsp;

The Indian prime minister said that the country started screening passengers from mid-January, gradually imposed travel restrictions and evacuated almost 1,500 people stranded abroad.&nbsp;&nbsp;

PM Modi also said that India took a "step-by-step" approach and that helped in avoiding panic.&nbsp;

Earlier on Friday, PM Modi proposed the video-conference of SAARC nations to chalk out a "strong strategy" to fight COVID-19.&nbsp;

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"We must all act together, we must all succeed together," was the message of PM Narendra Modi as he addressed SAARC leaders through a video-conference on Sunday.

"We must all act together, we must all succeed together," was the message of PM Narendra Modi as he addressed SAARC leaders through a video-conference on Sunday. #SAARC coronavirus conference | 'We must all act together, we must all succeed together... Prepare, don't panic', asserts PM @narendramodi Watch live here: https://t.co/OxEFGlw7aN pic.twitter.com/axg7tIxGUO — WION (@WIONews) March 15, 2020 × "Our people-to-people ties are ancient and our societies are deeply interconnected. Therefore, we must all prepare together, act together and succeed together," PM Modi said. PM Modi also proposed setting up a COVID-19 emergency fund. He said India can start with a contribution of 10 million USD and any of the SAARC nations can use this fund. #SAARC coronavirus conference | 'Our SAARC vision is home to nearly 1/5th of all humanity, it is densely populated. As developing countries, all of us have significant challenges in terms of healthcare facilities', says PM @narendramodi Watch live here: https://t.co/OxEFGlw7aN pic.twitter.com/70WO7TfsJ7 — WION (@WIONews) March 15, 2020 × PM Modi also praised steps taken by SAARC nations to control the outbreak, saying that the region reported less than 150 COVID-19 cases. However, he said, "we need to remain vigilant". "'Prepare, but don't panic' has been India's guiding mantra in dealing with coronavirus outbreak," said PM Modi as he mentioned the various steps taken by the country to control the spread of the pandemic. The Indian prime minister said that the country started screening passengers from mid-January, gradually imposed travel restrictions and evacuated almost 1,500 people stranded abroad. PM Modi also said that India took a "step-by-step" approach and that helped in avoiding panic. Earlier on Friday, PM Modi proposed the video-conference of SAARC nations to chalk out a "strong strategy" to fight COVID-19.

'We must act, succeed together': PM Modi at SAARC conference

With 14 new positive cases of coronavirus, India's tally has reached 107, informed the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on Sunday.

The victims include foreign nationals, the Centre further stated. Notably, a couple of states such as Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka, and Haryana have shut down schools and colleges in order to contain the spread of the deadly virus.

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Coronavirus, which originated in China's Wuhan city in December last year, has so far spread to more than 100 countries, infecting over 1,30,000 people.

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has declared coronavirus a pandemic.

With 14 new positive cases of coronavirus, India's tally has reached 107, informed the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on Sunday. The victims include foreign nationals, the Centre further stated.

With 14 new positive cases of coronavirus, India's tally has reached 107, informed the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on Sunday. The victims include foreign nationals, the Centre further stated. Notably, a couple of states such as Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka, and Haryana have shut down schools and colleges in order to contain the spread of the deadly virus. × . Coronavirus, which originated in China's Wuhan city in December last year, has so far spread to more than 100 countries, infecting over 1,30,000 people. The World Health Organisation (WHO) has declared coronavirus a pandemic.

Positive coronavirus cases rises to 107 in India

The Union Health Ministry said the number of novel Coronavirus cases in the country rose to 107 on Sunday after 14 new COVID-19 cases confirmed in last 4 hours, including two deaths, each from Delhi and Karnataka.

India confirms 14 new COVID-19 cases in just 4 hours, no. of cases rise to 107

Two hundred and thirty-four Indian evacuees from coronavirus-hit Iran, worst affected country in the Middle East, who arrived in the national capital on early Sunday morning, have been quarantined at an Indian Army Wellness Centre in Jaisalmer.

"Wellness Centre at Jaisalmer is a fully equipped facility to help Indian citizens undertake mandatory quarantine period under the supervision of skilled medical authorities. Soldiers have volunteered to provide care and support to our countrymen returning from overseas," the Army said.

The stranded Indians, including 131 students and 103 pilgrims, were airlifted by Iran's Mahan Air flight.

External Affairs Minister Jaishankar thanked the Iranian authorities for facilitating the evacuations of Indians."234 Indians stranded in Iran have arrived in India; including 131 students and 103 pilgrims. Thank you Ambassador @dhamugaddam and @India_in_Iran team for your efforts. Thank Iranian authorities", He wrote on Twitter earlier.

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Iran is among the worst affected country from the coronavirus with 12,729 cases and 611 deaths so far.

In the past few days, India has carried out several evacuations of Indians nationals from Iran.

This was the third batch of Indians arriving from Iran. The second batch of 44 Indian pilgrims had arrived from Iran on Friday.

The first batch consisting of 58 nationals were brought back in a C17 military transport aircraft on Tuesday followed by another evacuation of 44 individuals on Friday.

Meanwhile, 84 positive cases of coronavirus have been reported so far from across India.

Two hundred and thirty-four Indian evacuees from coronavirus-hit Iran, worst affected country in the Middle East, who arrived in the national capital on early Sunday morning, have been quarantined at an Indian Army Wellness Centre in Jaisalmer.

Two hundred and thirty-four Indian evacuees from coronavirus-hit Iran, worst affected country in the Middle East, who arrived in the national capital on early Sunday morning, have been quarantined at an Indian Army Wellness Centre in Jaisalmer. "Wellness Centre at Jaisalmer is a fully equipped facility to help Indian citizens undertake mandatory quarantine period under the supervision of skilled medical authorities. Soldiers have volunteered to provide care and support to our countrymen returning from overseas," the Army said. The stranded Indians, including 131 students and 103 pilgrims, were airlifted by Iran's Mahan Air flight. External Affairs Minister Jaishankar thanked the Iranian authorities for facilitating the evacuations of Indians."234 Indians stranded in Iran have arrived in India; including 131 students and 103 pilgrims. Thank you Ambassador @dhamugaddam and @India_in_Iran team for your efforts. Thank Iranian authorities", He wrote on Twitter earlier. 234 Indians stranded in #Iran have arrived in India; including 131 students and 103 pilgrims. Thank you Ambassador @dhamugaddam and @India_in_Iran team for your efforts. Thank Iranian authorities. — Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) March 14, 2020 × Iran is among the worst affected country from the coronavirus with 12,729 cases and 611 deaths so far. In the past few days, India has carried out several evacuations of Indians nationals from Iran. This was the third batch of Indians arriving from Iran. The second batch of 44 Indian pilgrims had arrived from Iran on Friday. The first batch consisting of 58 nationals were brought back in a C17 military transport aircraft on Tuesday followed by another evacuation of 44 individuals on Friday. Meanwhile, 84 positive cases of coronavirus have been reported so far from across India.

234 Indian evacuees from Iran quarantined at Army facility in Jaisalmer

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has proposed a joint G20 strategy on fighting coronavirus. This was confirmed by Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison at a press conference.

"I'm also aware that (Indian) Prime Minister Narendra Modi is keen to organise a link-up between all the G20 leaders. I think that's a commendable initiative, Australia obviously supports that, communicate that," Morrison said.

A further meet on G20 finance meeting is also in the offing to deal with the economic impact.&nbsp;

"This is a health crisis, but it has a serious economic impact", the Australian PM said.

Modi spoke to British Prime Minister Boris Johnson and Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu and discussed the issue COVID pandemic.

The readout of the Indian government on PM Modi-PM Boris talks said, "The two Prime Ministers exchanged views on the COVID-19 epidemic. Prime Minister Shri Modi expressed concern on UK Health Minister Ms Nadine Dorries testing positive for Coronavirus, and wished her a speedy recovery"

The Indian proposal for G20 strategy comes even as PM Modi on Friday proposed a joint SAARC strategy on fighting coronavirus.

A video conference on joint SAARC strategy will take place at 5 pm today.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has proposed a joint G20 strategy on fighting coronavirus. This was confirmed by Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison at a press conference.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has proposed a joint G20 strategy on fighting coronavirus. This was confirmed by Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison at a press conference. "I'm also aware that (Indian) Prime Minister Narendra Modi is keen to organise a link-up between all the G20 leaders. I think that's a commendable initiative, Australia obviously supports that, communicate that," Morrison said. A further meet on G20 finance meeting is also in the offing to deal with the economic impact. "This is a health crisis, but it has a serious economic impact", the Australian PM said. Modi spoke to British Prime Minister Boris Johnson and Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu and discussed the issue COVID pandemic. The readout of the Indian government on PM Modi-PM Boris talks said, "The two Prime Ministers exchanged views on the COVID-19 epidemic. Prime Minister Shri Modi expressed concern on UK Health Minister Ms Nadine Dorries testing positive for Coronavirus, and wished her a speedy recovery" The Indian proposal for G20 strategy comes even as PM Modi on Friday proposed a joint SAARC strategy on fighting coronavirus. A video conference on joint SAARC strategy will take place at 5 pm today.

Coronavirus: PM Modi suggests G20 link up to deal with the crisis 

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday issued a whip to all its MLAs asking them to be present in the assembly for the floor test scheduled for March 16.

The floor test will be held in the MP Assembly to decide the fate of Chief Minister Kamal Nath led Congress government in the state. Meanwhile, earlier today the Congress MLAs who were lodged in a Jaipur resort following the political crisis in MP arrived at Bhopal airport.

These MLAs were accompanied by senior Congress leader Harish Rawat, who exuded confidence of Kamal-Nath led government winning floor test in the Assembly.

He claimed that BJP is nervous about the floor test."We are ready for floor test tomorrow and we are confident of winning it.

We are not nervous, the BJP is," Rawat told reporters here. On being asked about the rebel MLAs who have supported former Congress leader Jyotiraditya Scindia, the former Uttarakhand Chief Minister said: "Those (rebel) MLAs are in touch with us."

Meanwhile, Congress leaders including Digvijaya Singh and Shobha Oza arrived at Chief Minister Kamal Nath's residence.

Congress on Saturday issued a whip to all its MLAs for the legislative assembly session in Madhya Pradesh which is scheduled to be held from March 16 to April 13.

Scindia's decision to leave Congress was followed by the resignation from 22 party MLAs loyal to him.

The legislators who have resigned include six ministers. Several Congress leaders, including Digvijaya Singh, had accused the BJP of trying to poach its leaders.

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday issued a whip to all its MLAs asking them to be present in the assembly for the floor test scheduled for March 16. The floor test will be held in the MP Assembly to decide the fate of Chief Minister Kamal Nath led Congress government in the state.

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday issued a whip to all its MLAs asking them to be present in the assembly for the floor test scheduled for March 16. The floor test will be held in the MP Assembly to decide the fate of Chief Minister Kamal Nath led Congress government in the state. Meanwhile, earlier today the Congress MLAs who were lodged in a Jaipur resort following the political crisis in MP arrived at Bhopal airport. These MLAs were accompanied by senior Congress leader Harish Rawat, who exuded confidence of Kamal-Nath led government winning floor test in the Assembly. He claimed that BJP is nervous about the floor test."We are ready for floor test tomorrow and we are confident of winning it. We are not nervous, the BJP is," Rawat told reporters here. On being asked about the rebel MLAs who have supported former Congress leader Jyotiraditya Scindia, the former Uttarakhand Chief Minister said: "Those (rebel) MLAs are in touch with us." Meanwhile, Congress leaders including Digvijaya Singh and Shobha Oza arrived at Chief Minister Kamal Nath's residence. Congress on Saturday issued a whip to all its MLAs for the legislative assembly session in Madhya Pradesh which is scheduled to be held from March 16 to April 13. Scindia's decision to leave Congress was followed by the resignation from 22 party MLAs loyal to him. The legislators who have resigned include six ministers. Several Congress leaders, including Digvijaya Singh, had accused the BJP of trying to poach its leaders.

Madhya Pradesh: BJP issues whip to MLAs ahead of floor test

By Syed Khalid Hussain Hussain Four militants were killed following a gunfight that broke out between militants and security forces in Watrigam village of South Kashmir's Anantnag district on Sunday early morning.

By Syed Khalid Hussain Hussain Four militants were killed following a gunfight that broke out between militants and security forces in Watrigam village of South Kashmir's Anantnag district on Sunday early morning. A joint team of 40 and 164 CRPF and Army's 19 RR and SOG (Jammu and Kashmir police) of Anantnag launched a cordon and search operation in Watergam village. As the joint team of forces tightened the cordon around the suspected spot, the hiding militants fired upon them, triggering an encounter. Police say four militants were killed during the exchange of firing. Identity of militants is yet to be ascertained. A search operation is going on, police said.

Gunfight rages in Jammu and Kashmir, 4 militants killed  

Global software major Infosys has vacated one of the buildings in Bengaluru's&nbsp;suburb after a team member was suspected for coronavirus (COVID-19), an official said on Friday

"To ensure preparedness, we are evacuating only the IIPM building as a precautionary measure on receiving information that a team member from the building may have been in proximity to COVID-19 suspect," said IT major`s Bengaluru development centre head Gururaj Deshpande in an e-mail to all Infoscions.

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The IT giant has a huge campus in the Electronic City with over a dozen buildings housing its development centres and corporate house since the 1990s.

"Please note that this is only to ensure the safety of our employees and we will sanitise the place for our safety," said Deshpande.

Awaiting updates to share, Deshpande requested the techies to stay calm to ensure they are cautious and better prepared.

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"We request you to refrain from believing in or spreading any information that is hearsay/rumours via any of the social media channels," the IT major`s Bengaluru development centre head said.

He also advised the employees to reach out to the company`s global help desk numbers in case of emergency.

"We request your support to ensure we handle this situation with utmost responsibility," Deshpande added.

The Infosys case came on a day when the Karnataka government advised all the IT and biotech firms across this IT hub to allow their employees to work from their homes for a week to avoid risking them to the Covid-19 outbreak.

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Confirming that the IIPM building was vacated early on Friday for safety and sanitisation, an official of the company`s Phoenix emergency team said, that the development centre in the building was free and not occupied since then.

"Nothing to worry. Infosys is safe and secure. Employees will get a text message from our (Phoenix) team to report for work on the day they will be intimated," the official said during a phone call.

&nbsp;30,000 techies work in the 81-acre green campus, which comprises of glistening glass buildings in various shapes and designs, including one in a pyramid that is eco-friendly.

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Global software major Infosys has vacated one of the buildings in Bengaluru's suburb after a team member was suspected for coronavirus (COVID-19), an official said on Friday "To ensure preparedness, we are evacuating only the IIPM building as a precautionary measure on receiving information that a team member from the building may have been in proximity to COVID-19 suspect," said IT major`s Bengaluru development centre head Gururaj Deshpande in an e-mail to all Infoscions.

Global software major Infosys has vacated one of the buildings in Bengaluru's suburb after a team member was suspected for coronavirus (COVID-19), an official said on Friday "To ensure preparedness, we are evacuating only the IIPM building as a precautionary measure on receiving information that a team member from the building may have been in proximity to COVID-19 suspect," said IT major`s Bengaluru development centre head Gururaj Deshpande in an e-mail to all Infoscions. Infosys: We have taken a decision to evacuate one of our satellite buildings in Bengaluru as a precautionary measure, as one of our employees had been in contact with an individual with suspected COVID-19. pic.twitter.com/6XX6woISQ1 — ANI (@ANI) March 14, 2020 × The IT giant has a huge campus in the Electronic City with over a dozen buildings housing its development centres and corporate house since the 1990s. "Please note that this is only to ensure the safety of our employees and we will sanitise the place for our safety," said Deshpande. Awaiting updates to share, Deshpande requested the techies to stay calm to ensure they are cautious and better prepared. Also Read | Google employee in Bengaluru tests positive for coronavirus "We request you to refrain from believing in or spreading any information that is hearsay/rumours via any of the social media channels," the IT major`s Bengaluru development centre head said. He also advised the employees to reach out to the company`s global help desk numbers in case of emergency. "We request your support to ensure we handle this situation with utmost responsibility," Deshpande added. The Infosys case came on a day when the Karnataka government advised all the IT and biotech firms across this IT hub to allow their employees to work from their homes for a week to avoid risking them to the Covid-19 outbreak. Also Read | Coronavirus Outbreak: 29 people test positive in India; Paytm and Oyo affected Confirming that the IIPM building was vacated early on Friday for safety and sanitisation, an official of the company`s Phoenix emergency team said, that the development centre in the building was free and not occupied since then. "Nothing to worry. Infosys is safe and secure. Employees will get a text message from our (Phoenix) team to report for work on the day they will be intimated," the official said during a phone call. 30,000 techies work in the 81-acre green campus, which comprises of glistening glass buildings in various shapes and designs, including one in a pyramid that is eco-friendly.

Infosys vacates building in Bengaluru amid COVID-19 fears

A 69-year-old woman who was suffering from&nbsp;coronavirus died&nbsp;in Delhi, officials from Delhi government confirmed on Friday.&nbsp;

This is the second coronavirus death from India, a day after Karnataka reported the first fatality.&nbsp;

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Reportedly, the woman is the mother of a COVID-19 patient and was also suffering from hypertension and diabetes.&nbsp;

WION sources said that infected son of the woman had a travel history to Italy, one of the worst-affected regions outside mainland China.

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Earlier, the Indian health ministry refused to consider the outbreak in India as a "health emergency" and confirmed 81 infected cases in the country.&nbsp;

Addressing a one-day session of the Delhi Assembly, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal said that the COVID-19 is in the "containment stage", and the Centre and state government are working together to deal with the crisis.

"We have closed schools, cinema halls, universities... To contain the spread of coronavirus," Kejriwal said. "We have been taking all precautionary measures and people have been supporting us."

Karnataka CM&nbsp;BS Yediyurappa today ordered the closure of schools, universities, theatres, malls, among others, after a 76-year-old from Kalaburagi became India's first coronavirus fatality.&nbsp;&nbsp;

After a rising number of cases, the Indian government on Wednesday suspended visas issues to all the countries till March 15, effective from today. However, UN and international organisation officials and diplomats are given relaxation from this move.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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A 69-year-old woman who was suffering from coronavirus died in Delhi, officials from Delhi government confirmed on Friday. This is the second coronavirus death from India, a day after Karnataka reported the first fatality.

A 69-year-old woman who was suffering from coronavirus died in Delhi, officials from Delhi government confirmed on Friday. This is the second coronavirus death from India, a day after Karnataka reported the first fatality. Also read: 81 coronavirus cases confirmed in India, 17 foreign nationals tested positive Reportedly, the woman is the mother of a COVID-19 patient and was also suffering from hypertension and diabetes. WION sources said that infected son of the woman had a travel history to Italy, one of the worst-affected regions outside mainland China. Also read: India versus South Africa ODI series called off amid coronavirus pandemic Earlier, the Indian health ministry refused to consider the outbreak in India as a "health emergency" and confirmed 81 infected cases in the country. Addressing a one-day session of the Delhi Assembly, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal said that the COVID-19 is in the "containment stage", and the Centre and state government are working together to deal with the crisis. "We have closed schools, cinema halls, universities... To contain the spread of coronavirus," Kejriwal said. "We have been taking all precautionary measures and people have been supporting us." Karnataka CM BS Yediyurappa today ordered the closure of schools, universities, theatres, malls, among others, after a 76-year-old from Kalaburagi became India's first coronavirus fatality. After a rising number of cases, the Indian government on Wednesday suspended visas issues to all the countries till March 15, effective from today. However, UN and international organisation officials and diplomats are given relaxation from this move.

Second coronavirus death in India; 69-year-old dies in Delhi

As India sees a gradual spike in coronavirus cases, experts warn that India has a 30-day window to prevent community spread which is the next phase of the progression.

As India sees a gradual spike in coronavirus cases, experts warn that India has a 30-day window to prevent community spread which is the next phase of the progression. Right now India is in stage two of the coronavirus outbreak and the infection is limited only to those who have a travel history from infected nations. The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has said that efforts are being made to halt the disease's progression to the next phase and that the country has 30 days to do so. The government has already taken measure like banning international travel to contain the outbreak. In phase two, the transmission is limited to those with travel history to virus hit nations. Travellers returning from COVID-19 hotbeds should quarantine themselves. If a person is tested positive, then his contacts should be traced and put in isolation as per medical protocols. Mass gatherings should be stopped to contain the disease's spread. People are advised to observe hygiene practices like washing hands regularly. India is also improving its health infrastructure to battle the epidemic. Testing facilities and isolation wards are being set up across India. In phase one, cases are mostly imported from the affected nations while in the second stage, local transmission takes place from positive cases. The disease spreads to the community in the third phase. In the final and deadliest stage, the disease takes shape of an epidemic. Italy and China are already in stage four. Meanwhile, the health body assured people that India has enough equipment and facilities to carry out coronavirus tests. The country has 51 testing labs where 90 samples are being tested daily. India has the overall capacity to test 4,590 samples in a day. In fact, the body said that there's only 1-point-3 per cent utilisation of labs at present. The current infection rate in India is nearly 1-point-2 per cent.

India has a 30-day window to prevent community spread of COVID-19: Experts 

The government on Saturday increased excise duty on petrol and diesel in an attempt to increase revenue at a time when tax collections have fallen amid the weakest economic growth in over six years.

The government on Saturday increased excise duty on petrol and diesel in an attempt to increase revenue at a time when tax collections have fallen amid the weakest economic growth in over six years. The excise duty on the fuels was hiked by 3 rupees per litre, the government said in a gazette notification. Special excise duty on petrol was hiked by ₹2 to ₹8 per litre and ₹4 in the case of diesel, an official notification said. Additionally, road cess on petrol was raised by ₹1 per litre each on petrol and diesel to ₹10. The rise is expected to increase revenue by up to 400 billion Indian rupees ($5.42 billion), a senior government official told. Taxes on petrol and diesel, which account for more than a third of retail fuel prices, are one of the biggest sources of income for the government. (With inputs from agencies)

Government ​​​​​​​increases excise duty on petrol by Rs 3 per litre

In this video Dr. M.C. Mishra, former director of AIIMS, Delhi tells about the precautionary measures from Coronavirus.

Former director of AIIMS tells about precautionary measures from Coronavirus

India has reached out to the Maldives with medical supplies and by sending a medical team in the backdrop of growing coronavirus epidemic. The Indian envoy to Maldives Sanjay Sudhir handed over three months supply of medicines weighing 5.5 tonnes to Maldives foreign minister Shahid Abdulla.&nbsp;

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Speaking at the handing over ceremony, the Indian envoy said, "Pandemics do not know national boundaries and COVID-19 has taken its toll globally and the world is under its impact. The world is going through difficult times and so is India and so is the Maldives. This is the time for friends to stand with each other and support each other in action as India and Maldives are doing today."

Explaining, "Being the major country in the SAARC region, and also the Indian Ocean region, who else can provide concrete and timely support to the Maldives, it has to India. We are trying our best, to do our bit in this joint efforts."

Maldives foreign minister has welcomed the gesture and in a tweet said, "It will be a tremendous help as we combat the #COVID19. One country alone cannot face this pandemic. Together, we shall prevail".

A 14-member Indian team of pulmonologists, anaesthetists, physicians and lab technicians reached the Indian Ocean country on Friday.

In the month of February, India evacuated nine Maldivians in two evacuation missions along with other Indian nationals from Wuhan in China which is the epicentre of the crisis. Earlier this year, India provided 30,000 doses of measles vaccines within 72 hours of request made by Male.

 
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India has reached out to the Maldives with medical supplies and by sending a medical team in the backdrop of growing coronavirus epidemic. The Indian envoy to Maldives Sanjay Sudhir handed over three months supply of medicines weighing 5.

India has reached out to the Maldives with medical supplies and by sending a medical team in the backdrop of growing coronavirus epidemic. The Indian envoy to Maldives Sanjay Sudhir handed over three months supply of medicines weighing 5.5 tonnes to Maldives foreign minister Shahid Abdulla. Also read: PM Modi's Maldives visit: From cricket to defence, what will be on Prime Minister's agenda Speaking at the handing over ceremony, the Indian envoy said, "Pandemics do not know national boundaries and COVID-19 has taken its toll globally and the world is under its impact. The world is going through difficult times and so is India and so is the Maldives. This is the time for friends to stand with each other and support each other in action as India and Maldives are doing today." Explaining, "Being the major country in the SAARC region, and also the Indian Ocean region, who else can provide concrete and timely support to the Maldives, it has to India. We are trying our best, to do our bit in this joint efforts." Maldives foreign minister has welcomed the gesture and in a tweet said, "It will be a tremendous help as we combat the #COVID19. One country alone cannot face this pandemic. Together, we shall prevail". A 14-member Indian team of pulmonologists, anaesthetists, physicians and lab technicians reached the Indian Ocean country on Friday. In the month of February, India evacuated nine Maldivians in two evacuation missions along with other Indian nationals from Wuhan in China which is the epicentre of the crisis. Earlier this year, India provided 30,000 doses of measles vaccines within 72 hours of request made by Male.

Coronavirus: India reaches out to Maldives, sends three months' medical supplies

A BJP delegation met Governor Lalji Tandon on Saturday requesting him to conduct a floor test in the assembly.

BJP leaders Gopal Bhargava, Shivraj Singh Chauhan, Narottam Mishra, and Bhupendra Singh were part of the delegation that met the governor.

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The delegation handed over a letter to the governor requesting him to hold an assembly session before March 16 and conduct the floor test.

They have also requested the governor for videography of the floor test.

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22 Congress MLAs, including six ministers, have tendered their resignation from the Legislative Assembly on March 10.

The legislators sent their resignation letters soon after Jyotiraditya Scindia resigned from the Congress.

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Congress has been witnessing an internal turf war in Madhya Pradesh since the party formed a government in the state.

Of late, the rift between Scindia and Kamal Nath came out in the open with the former criticizing the Chief Minister on multiple occasions.

Scindia later went on to join the BJP.

A BJP delegation met Governor Lalji Tandon on Saturday requesting him to conduct a floor test in the assembly. BJP leaders Gopal Bhargava, Shivraj Singh Chauhan, Narottam Mishra, and Bhupendra Singh were part of the delegation that met the governor.

A BJP delegation met Governor Lalji Tandon on Saturday requesting him to conduct a floor test in the assembly. BJP leaders Gopal Bhargava, Shivraj Singh Chauhan, Narottam Mishra, and Bhupendra Singh were part of the delegation that met the governor. Also read: Kamal Nath discusses floor test with governor amid MP government crisis The delegation handed over a letter to the governor requesting him to hold an assembly session before March 16 and conduct the floor test. They have also requested the governor for videography of the floor test. Also see: Politics in Madhya Pradesh infected by coronavirus: Kamal Nath 22 Congress MLAs, including six ministers, have tendered their resignation from the Legislative Assembly on March 10. The legislators sent their resignation letters soon after Jyotiraditya Scindia resigned from the Congress. Also read: Jyotiraditya Scindia files nomination for Rajya Sabha elections Congress has been witnessing an internal turf war in Madhya Pradesh since the party formed a government in the state. Of late, the rift between Scindia and Kamal Nath came out in the open with the former criticizing the Chief Minister on multiple occasions. Scindia later went on to join the BJP.

BJP delegation meets MP Governor, requests floor test

Federal Bank on Saturday said it has committed to investing Rs 300 crore in beleaguered Yes Bank for the subscription of its 30 crore shares.

"The Bank has issued an Equity commitment Letter to invest Rs 300 crore in YES Bank Ltd for the subscription of 30 crore equity shares of Yes Bank at a price of Rs 10 per equity share," a regulatory filing said.

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According to the statement, this equity commitment is pursuant to the scheme of reconstruction of Yes Bank proposed by the Reserve Bank of India and subject to regulatory approvals and other conditions as set out in the Letter.

The Union Cabinet on Friday approved a reconstruction plan proposed by the RBI for bailing out fund-starved Yes Bank.

The authorised capital of Yes Bank has been increased to Rs 6,200 crore, Union minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Friday.

Under the plan, state-run SBI will infuse Rs 7,250 crore in the crisis-ridden private bank and take 49 per cent equity.

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Private lender ICICI Bank also announced investing Rs 1,000 crore for equity in excess of 5 per cent. HDFC will infuse Rs 1,000 crore, while Axis Bank will invest up to Rs 600 crore to purchase 60 crore shares in the bank.

There will be a three year lock-in period for all the investors. However, the lock-in period for SBI would be only 26 per cent of shareholding. It would be 75 per cent in the case of other investors.

The government has notified the Yes Bank reconstruction scheme as per which the moratorium on the troubled private sector lender will be lifted on March 18.

Federal Bank on Saturday said it has committed to investing Rs 300 crore in beleaguered Yes Bank for the subscription of its 30 crore shares. "The Bank has issued an Equity commitment Letter to invest Rs 300 crore in YES Bank Ltd for the subscription of 30 crore equity shares of Yes Bank at a price of Rs 10 per equity share," a regulatory filing said.

Federal Bank on Saturday said it has committed to investing Rs 300 crore in beleaguered Yes Bank for the subscription of its 30 crore shares. "The Bank has issued an Equity commitment Letter to invest Rs 300 crore in YES Bank Ltd for the subscription of 30 crore equity shares of Yes Bank at a price of Rs 10 per equity share," a regulatory filing said. Also Read: SBI will take 49% stake in Yes Bank, cabinet has approved restructuring: Sitharaman According to the statement, this equity commitment is pursuant to the scheme of reconstruction of Yes Bank proposed by the Reserve Bank of India and subject to regulatory approvals and other conditions as set out in the Letter. The Union Cabinet on Friday approved a reconstruction plan proposed by the RBI for bailing out fund-starved Yes Bank. The authorised capital of Yes Bank has been increased to Rs 6,200 crore, Union minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Friday. Under the plan, state-run SBI will infuse Rs 7,250 crore in the crisis-ridden private bank and take 49 per cent equity. Also Read: Yes Bank scam: CBI carries out searches at 7 locations Private lender ICICI Bank also announced investing Rs 1,000 crore for equity in excess of 5 per cent. HDFC will infuse Rs 1,000 crore, while Axis Bank will invest up to Rs 600 crore to purchase 60 crore shares in the bank. There will be a three year lock-in period for all the investors. However, the lock-in period for SBI would be only 26 per cent of shareholding. It would be 75 per cent in the case of other investors. The government has notified the Yes Bank reconstruction scheme as per which the moratorium on the troubled private sector lender will be lifted on March 18.

Federal Bank to invest Rs 300 crore in Yes Bank

A case has been registered against 30 unidentified persons on Saturday for showing black flags to BJP leader Jyotiraditya Scindia and trying to stop his convoy while he was on his way to Bhopal Airport.

According to the complaint filed with the police, around 30 people showed black flags to Scindia and tried to stop his motorcade in Kamala Park area here on Friday.

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Former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister and BJP leader Shivraj Singh Chouhan had alleged that there was an attempt to attack Scindia and demanded an investigation into the incident.

"Law and order has totally collapsed in the state. There was an attempt to attack him by stopping his car and throwing stones at it," said Chouhan.

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This comes after 22 Congress legislators resigned from the party following Scindia`s resignation earlier this week, putting the Kamal Nath-led government in crisis.

A case has been registered against 30 unidentified persons on Saturday for showing black flags to BJP leader Jyotiraditya Scindia and trying to stop his convoy while he was on his way to Bhopal Airport.

A case has been registered against 30 unidentified persons on Saturday for showing black flags to BJP leader Jyotiraditya Scindia and trying to stop his convoy while he was on his way to Bhopal Airport. According to the complaint filed with the police, around 30 people showed black flags to Scindia and tried to stop his motorcade in Kamala Park area here on Friday. Also read: Jyotiraditya Scindia will help in strengthening BJP, says Rajnath Singh Former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister and BJP leader Shivraj Singh Chouhan had alleged that there was an attempt to attack Scindia and demanded an investigation into the incident. "Law and order has totally collapsed in the state. There was an attempt to attack him by stopping his car and throwing stones at it," said Chouhan. Also see: Scindia, supporting MLAs go 'incommunicado' as factional fighting intensifies in Congress in MP This comes after 22 Congress legislators resigned from the party following Scindia`s resignation earlier this week, putting the Kamal Nath-led government in crisis.

Case registered against unknown persons for showing black flags to Jyotiraditya Scindia

Maharashtra Home Minister Anil Deshmukh on Saturday announced in the Legislative Council that the state government will organize a two-day special Assembly session to pass a law pertaining to women safety on the lines of the 'Disha Act' of Andhra Pradesh.

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The minister while addressing the state Assembly on February 28 had stated that under the proposed law, the whole trial of rape cases will be completed in 21 days and there would be provision for stricter punishment including the death penalty.

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The Disha Act 2019, allows stringent punishment for crimes committed against women and enables the death penalty for rape and reduces the judgment period in such cases to 21 working days.

Maharashtra Home Minister Anil Deshmukh on Saturday announced in the Legislative Council that the state government will organize a two-day special Assembly session to pass a law pertaining to women safety on the lines of the 'Disha Act' of Andhra Pradesh.

Maharashtra Home Minister Anil Deshmukh on Saturday announced in the Legislative Council that the state government will organize a two-day special Assembly session to pass a law pertaining to women safety on the lines of the 'Disha Act' of Andhra Pradesh. Also read: Andhra Pradesh DGP welcomes new AP Disha Act passed by State Assembly The minister while addressing the state Assembly on February 28 had stated that under the proposed law, the whole trial of rape cases will be completed in 21 days and there would be provision for stricter punishment including the death penalty. Also see: Andhra Assembly passes Disha Bill to provide stricter rape offences The Disha Act 2019, allows stringent punishment for crimes committed against women and enables the death penalty for rape and reduces the judgment period in such cases to 21 working days.

Maharashtra to organise two-day special Assembly session to pass law on women safety

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