The Indian government has extended the lockdown till May 3 but inforcing containment measures and social distancing has been a huge challenge for the administration and also for the state police. The video shows the incident that happened in Rajasthan's Dholpur where the shopkeepers clashed with the police over trying to enforce the lockdown in the area.

People in Rajasthan's Dholpur flouting lockdown norms: Clashed with policemen

PM Narendra Modi will address the nation on the coronavirus situation in the country. It is expected that the lockdown can be further extended after April 14. Testing can be down in places with no COVID-19 cases.

India to expand COVID-19 testing: Testing in places with no cases

The Prime Minister's Office said that PM Narendra Modi will address the nation at 10 am on April 14. The 21-day nationwide lockdown to curb the spread of coronavirus ends on 14 April, and it is expected the prime minister is likely to talk about its possible extension.

PM Modi to address the nation on April 14 at 10 AM | Coronavirus lockdown in India may extend

The Southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu has seen a rapid rise in COVID-19 cases and the situation worsened after 1100 participants returned after Jamat meet in Delhi. Watch WION Ground Report:

WION Ground Report: Tamil Nadu 2nd highest COVID-19 cases,185 new cases in 48 hours

In the latest coming in Maharashtra has recorded two more coronavirus cases Jammu and Kashmir has recorded one more death and one person has been tested positive of COVID-19 in West Bengal. The total number of COVID-19 cases in the country has risen to 649 and the death toll stands at 13.

Coronavirus cases in India rise to 649,| Death toll rise to 13

India has seen a huge rise in the number of coronavirus cases with the total number of confirmed cases now rising to 606. The death toll in the country stands at 10. However, due to the lockdown the curve if the virus is flattening. Watch report:

Coronavirus cases in India rise to 606, Death toll stand at 10

India has seen a sudden rise in the Coronavirus cases with the total number of confirmed cases rising to 536. The death toll in the country now stands at 11. The latest death was reported in Tamil Nadu. Watch report:

Coronavirus cases in India rise to 536, Death toll stand at 11

As the coronavirus cases continue to surge in India, the state of lockdown has been extended to 30 states and union territories. 548 out of 700 districts are now officially locked down. Watch report:

Coronavirus Pandemic : 75% of all Indian states under lockdown,9 deaths, 471 infected

A 65-year-old coronavirus positive patient passed away in Mumbai on Monday. The deceased returned from UAE to Ahmedabad on March 15th and went to Mumbai on March 20th. After complaints of high blood pressure and diabetes, he was admitted to Kasturba hospital on March 23rd and died on the same evening in the hospital

Another coronavirus death reported in Indian city Maharashtra, Death toll rises to 10

India locks down 30 states & UT's amid Coronavirus outbreak

Novel coronavirus cases continue to surge in India with more than 319 infections and 7 deaths. PM Narendra Modi led an effort to stem the surge COVID-19 cases by falling for a 14-hour people's curfew om March 22. But the big question is India headed for a complete lockdown. Watch report:

India battles COVID-19: 80 districts under lockdown

Lockdown is the most potent tool amid the coronavirus outbreak and as the government said there will be some inconvenience caused. WION would like to assure our views that is no need to panic and several essential services will remain functional. Watch report:

Services to be operational in lockdown in India amid coronavirus crisis

Coronavirus cases continue to surge in India with more than 460 cases and 7 deaths. Now India headed for a complete lockdown. Watch this breaking news

Breaking News:After Lockdown Curfew in Delhi Ncr | Coronavirus India

In this situation of the COVID-19 crisis, we are concerned about one thing alone. Do we have enough supplies to stay at home? The fear is causing panic buying. Watch report:

Lockdown fears spark panic buying in India: Are retailers ready to handle the crisis

German Chancellor Angela Merkel quarantines herself, the doctor who vaccinated her tested positive for coronavirus. Merkel said, she will be working from home in coming days and will do her regular test

Angela Merkel quarantines herself

India has now announced a lockdown to contain the COVID-19 outbreak. Different state governments have announced multiple measures to ensure that the infection does not spread and at the same time normal life and essential supplies are not affected. Watch report:

Coronavirus: Indian states under lockdown, Essentials available

India has suspended all international flights till March 31. Meanwhile, the United States has invoked the Wartime Defence Production act to speed up the production of masks. WION's Palki Sharma brings you the big developments on the coronavirus outbreak for Thursday.

Gravitas: Top 10 headlines for Thursday | Wuhan Coronavirus

Scientists across the world seem to agree that COVID-19 is especially dangerous for the older population. Many have believed that young people are invincible to the deadly virus. A study conducted by CTC in America indicates that this is not at all true. Watch report:

Your Story: Young people equally vulnerable to COVID-19

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on March 19 appealed to people to not panic and resort to buying and hoarding stuff during the time of the pandemic since there is no need for such activities. The PM also called for a Janata curfew on March 22.

India Fights COVID-19: PM announces 'Janata Curfew' on March 22

The novel coronavirus is spreading in India and presently it has taken lives of 4. The Indian Health Ministry briefed the media on steps that the Indian government is taking to contain the spread of the virus. Watch report:

Novel coronavirus is highly contagious, says Indian Health Ministry

Is the coronavirus vaccine insight? More than 80,000 people have recovered so far from COVID-19. What were they administered and which medicines are working. Watch WION report:

WION Dispatch: 35 agencies are working to develop coronavirus vaccine

As the count in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) reached four, with one new case reported in Kashmir. The state government has appealed to the foreigners not to visit the Union Territory and warned that all visitors, including those coming from Ladakh, would be quarantined.

WION Dispatch: Srinagar reports first case of Coronavirus

A full blown unemployment crisis was already looming over the Indian economy. Now the rapidly spreading coronavirus is taking an additional toll on corporations and businesses. Watch report:

Coronavirus hitting the Indian market jobs: Causes layoffs and closures

The Ministry of External Affairs held a press conference on the COVID-19 virus outbreak. The MEA assured that the Ministry is working to further strengthen its Covid Control room. Currently, around 25-30 people are working in the control room in shifts. The control receives about 1000 calls and 400 e-mails in a single day. Watch video to know more:

Indian MEA briefs on COVID-19 pandemic, PM Modi monitoring situation closely