India is dealing with increasing numbers of coronavirus cases across the nation. There are now 62 confirmed Covid-19 cases in India. In the latest update, 112 Indians have evacuated from Wuhan and have completed 14 days of isolation at the Indo-Tibetian border. Watch report:

WION Dispatch: Covid-19 cases in India | India restricts international travel | Coronavirus

President Xi Jinping visited the city of Wuhan, the centre of the coronavirus outbreak, sending a message that Beijing has the situation under control. His visit comes as China recorded its lowest number of infections, just 19 on Tuesday, all in Wuhan apart from two who had arrived from overseas. Watch WION Ground Report:

WION Ground Report: Xi Jinping visits Wuhan since Coronavirus outbreak

India is focusing on efforts to bring back its nationals from Iran and Italy, the worst affected by the outbreak of the novel coronavirus after China, Indian foreign minister S Jaishankar said describing the situation in both countries as “extreme". Watch report:

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Pressure has been mounting on Iran to release all of its prisoners amid fears that coronavirus spread in its jail could go unchecked. The United Nations has now asked Tehran to temporarily free inmates especially those who are political prisoners. Watch report:

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Italy has recorded its deadliest day of the Coronavirus outbreak with 168 deaths overnight. This is the biggest single-day jump in the death toll making it the worst-hit country after China. Watch report:

Coronavirus: Whole of Italy under lockdown, 631 fatalities, 10,000 infected

Health minister and Conservative MP Nadine Dorries has been diagnosed with coronavirus, raising pressure to tighten access to parliament as authorities ramp up preparations in anticipation of “many thousands” of cases at the epidemic’s peak. Watch report:

UK Health Minister Nadine Dorries diagnosed with Coronavirus

Anyone arriving in Israel will need to go through a 14-day quarantine, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced as part of an effort to combat the spread of the coronavirus.

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The measure will apply immediately for all Israeli citizens returning to the country, and it will take effect for non-citizens on Thursday.

Foreign nationals who cannot prove to officials they have the resources to self-quarantine for two weeks will not be allowed to enter the country. The measure will last for two weeks.

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"This is a tough decision, but it is essential to maintain public health - and public health precedes everything," Netanyahu said in a public statement.

Israeli researchers have been hard at work developing a vaccine. Ofir Akunis, Israel’s minister of science and technology, praised scientists at the Galilee Research Institute (MIGAL) who said they could have a vaccine ready in three weeks and ready for distribution in 90 days.

“Congratulations to MIGAL on this exciting breakthrough. I am confident that there will be further rapid progress, enabling us to provide a needed response to the grave global COVID-19 threat,” Okunis said in response to the news.

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Israel's 14-day quarantine is one of the more drastic responses to the spread of the novel coronavirus, dubbed COVID-19 by the WHO. Italy, which has been the most affected country in Europe, has turned their entire state into a 'red zone' and banned public gatherings, but they are dealing with over 9,000 reported cases and nearly 500 deaths.

Israel, thus far, has 42 reported cases of the coronavirus and no deaths.

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Anyone arriving in Israel will need to go through a 14-day quarantine, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced as part of an effort to combat the spread of the coronavirus.

Anyone arriving in Israel will need to go through a 14-day quarantine, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced as part of an effort to combat the spread of the coronavirus. PM Netanyahu, following the discussions: "After a day of complex discussions, we have made a decision: Whoever arrives in Israel from abroad will enter quarantine for 14 days. pic.twitter.com/AxrNZsddRn — PM of Israel (@IsraeliPM) March 9, 2020 × The measure will apply immediately for all Israeli citizens returning to the country, and it will take effect for non-citizens on Thursday. Foreign nationals who cannot prove to officials they have the resources to self-quarantine for two weeks will not be allowed to enter the country. The measure will last for two weeks. Also Read: WION Edit: Coronavirus has unveiled China's ugliest face "This is a tough decision, but it is essential to maintain public health - and public health precedes everything," Netanyahu said in a public statement. Israeli researchers have been hard at work developing a vaccine. Ofir Akunis, Israel’s minister of science and technology, praised scientists at the Galilee Research Institute (MIGAL) who said they could have a vaccine ready in three weeks and ready for distribution in 90 days. “Congratulations to MIGAL on this exciting breakthrough. I am confident that there will be further rapid progress, enabling us to provide a needed response to the grave global COVID-19 threat,” Okunis said in response to the news. Also Read: Wion Edit: Why WHO is not calling coronavirus a pandemic yet? Israel's 14-day quarantine is one of the more drastic responses to the spread of the novel coronavirus, dubbed COVID-19 by the WHO. Italy, which has been the most affected country in Europe, has turned their entire state into a 'red zone' and banned public gatherings, but they are dealing with over 9,000 reported cases and nearly 500 deaths. Israel, thus far, has 42 reported cases of the coronavirus and no deaths.

14 day ‘isolation’ if anyone enter the country: Israel

Two immigration officers at Bangkok's main airport have coronavirus and may have handled the passports of visitors to Thailand, a health official said Wednesday.

The men, both working at Suvarnabhumi airport, fell ill on March 7 and 8 respectively and potentially came into contact with arriving passengers in the days before their diagnosis.

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One of the officers was among a team-leading health screening of Thai returnees from South Korea which has reported the second most COVID-19 infections in Asia after China.

"They were not working at the same spots," Sopon Iamsirithaworn of the Disease Control Department said.

"There is a chance they came into contact with foreigners or touched passports," he added.

Thailand's Interior Minister said Wednesday it will suspend visa-free arrivals from South Korea, Hong Kong and Italy, as well as visa-on-arrival from 18 countries, including China and India.

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All affected visitors must apply for visas at Thai embassies in their own countries and present a medical certificate.

Thailand's economy is heavily reliant on tourism.&nbsp;

The deadly virus has hammered the sector costing the country billions of dollars, mainly after Chinese tourists were quarantined on the mainland or stayed at home.

Many western visitors have also cancelled holidays or deferred bookings as Thai authorities issue a baffling barrage of advice.

After days drip-feeding conflicting information to holidaymakers, health authorities said on Friday there will be no compulsory quarantine for people from countries hardest hit by the virus.

Thailand has reported 59 cases of the new coronavirus, but there are concerns the low figure may be a reflection of a very limited testing programme.

Flag carrier Thai Airways said from Friday it will suspend all flights to Italy, where over 630 people have died with around 10,000 infected so far.

Two immigration officers at Bangkok's main airport have coronavirus and may have handled the passports of visitors to Thailand, a health official said Wednesday.

Two immigration officers at Bangkok's main airport have coronavirus and may have handled the passports of visitors to Thailand, a health official said Wednesday. The men, both working at Suvarnabhumi airport, fell ill on March 7 and 8 respectively and potentially came into contact with arriving passengers in the days before their diagnosis. Also read: Threat of coronavirus 'pandemic' has become very real: WHO One of the officers was among a team-leading health screening of Thai returnees from South Korea which has reported the second most COVID-19 infections in Asia after China. "They were not working at the same spots," Sopon Iamsirithaworn of the Disease Control Department said. "There is a chance they came into contact with foreigners or touched passports," he added. Thailand's Interior Minister said Wednesday it will suspend visa-free arrivals from South Korea, Hong Kong and Italy, as well as visa-on-arrival from 18 countries, including China and India. Also read: Coronavirus to hit peak worldwide next winter, scientists predict All affected visitors must apply for visas at Thai embassies in their own countries and present a medical certificate. Thailand's economy is heavily reliant on tourism. The deadly virus has hammered the sector costing the country billions of dollars, mainly after Chinese tourists were quarantined on the mainland or stayed at home. Many western visitors have also cancelled holidays or deferred bookings as Thai authorities issue a baffling barrage of advice. After days drip-feeding conflicting information to holidaymakers, health authorities said on Friday there will be no compulsory quarantine for people from countries hardest hit by the virus. Thailand has reported 59 cases of the new coronavirus, but there are concerns the low figure may be a reflection of a very limited testing programme. Flag carrier Thai Airways said from Friday it will suspend all flights to Italy, where over 630 people have died with around 10,000 infected so far.

Thai immigration officers at Bangkok airport diagnosed with COVID-19

Manchester City's Premier League home match against Arsenal on Wednesday has been postponed because players from the London club have had contact with the owner of Greek side Olympiakos Piraeus, who has contracted the coronavirus.

A number of Arsenal players had met Evangelos Marinakis following their Europa League round of 32 meetings in London on Feb. 27.

Marinakis, who also owns English Championship (second tier) side Nottingham Forest, said on Tuesday he had contracted the coronavirus.

Globally, more than 116,000 people have been infected by the coronavirus and over 4,000 have died, according to a Reuters tally of government announcements.

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A host of international sporting events have also been affected.

"Manchester City's Premier League fixture at home to Arsenal has been postponed," City said in a statement.

"The decision to postpone tonight's game has been taken as a precautionary measure on medical advice after it emerged that personnel from Arsenal FC have come into contact with the Olympiacos owner, Evangelos Marinakis, who has been named as a positive case of COVID-19."

Arsenal said the risk to their players was "extremely low" but they would follow medical guidelines.

"The medical advice we have received puts the risk of them developing COVID-19 at extremely low," Arsenal said in a statement.

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"However, we are strictly following government guidelines which recommend that anyone coming into close contact with someone with the virus should self-isolate at home for 14 days from the last time they had contact.

"The players will remain at their homes until the 14-day period expires. Four Arsenal staff, who were sitting close to Mr Marinakis during the match will also remain at home until the 14 days are complete."

The Premier League said it had no alternative but to postpone the game and complete a proper risk assessment.

It added that no other matches were in immediate danger of being postponed.

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"All necessary measures are being taken and the Premier League currently has no plans to postpone any other matches," it said in a statement.

Premier League side Wolverhampton Wanderers said on Tuesday that their request to European soccer's governing body UEFA to postpone their Europa League last-16, first leg against Olympiakos had been rejected.

Wolves had said that the trip to Greece posed unnecessary risks to their "players, staff, supporters and the families of all who travel, at such critical and uncertain times".

The game is one of several European fixtures that will be played without supporters.

Manchester City's Premier League home match against Arsenal on Wednesday has been postponed because players from the London club have had contact with the owner of Greek side Olympiakos Piraeus, who has contracted the coronavirus.

Manchester City's Premier League home match against Arsenal on Wednesday has been postponed because players from the London club have had contact with the owner of Greek side Olympiakos Piraeus, who has contracted the coronavirus. A number of Arsenal players had met Evangelos Marinakis following their Europa League round of 32 meetings in London on Feb. 27. Marinakis, who also owns English Championship (second tier) side Nottingham Forest, said on Tuesday he had contracted the coronavirus. Globally, more than 116,000 people have been infected by the coronavirus and over 4,000 have died, according to a Reuters tally of government announcements. Also Read: Champions League: Arsenal top-four hopes all but over after Brighton draw A host of international sporting events have also been affected. "Manchester City's Premier League fixture at home to Arsenal has been postponed," City said in a statement. "The decision to postpone tonight's game has been taken as a precautionary measure on medical advice after it emerged that personnel from Arsenal FC have come into contact with the Olympiacos owner, Evangelos Marinakis, who has been named as a positive case of COVID-19." Arsenal said the risk to their players was "extremely low" but they would follow medical guidelines. "The medical advice we have received puts the risk of them developing COVID-19 at extremely low," Arsenal said in a statement. Also Read: After Germany racism row, Mesut Ozil thanks Arsenal fans for 'showing so much love' "However, we are strictly following government guidelines which recommend that anyone coming into close contact with someone with the virus should self-isolate at home for 14 days from the last time they had contact. "The players will remain at their homes until the 14-day period expires. Four Arsenal staff, who were sitting close to Mr Marinakis during the match will also remain at home until the 14 days are complete." The Premier League said it had no alternative but to postpone the game and complete a proper risk assessment. It added that no other matches were in immediate danger of being postponed. Also Read: Football: Xhaka stripped of Arsenal captaincy and dropped for Vitoria game "All necessary measures are being taken and the Premier League currently has no plans to postpone any other matches," it said in a statement. Premier League side Wolverhampton Wanderers said on Tuesday that their request to European soccer's governing body UEFA to postpone their Europa League last-16, first leg against Olympiakos had been rejected. Wolves had said that the trip to Greece posed unnecessary risks to their "players, staff, supporters and the families of all who travel, at such critical and uncertain times". The game is one of several European fixtures that will be played without supporters.

Manchester City vs Arsenal postponed after coronavirus contact

Online users in China have adopted a range of creative measures, including screenshots, deliberate typos, PDF files and Morse code to share a censored article on a whistleblowing doctor.

The report features an interview with a doctor in Wuhan, the epicentre of the new coronavirus outbreak, who sounded an early alarm only to face disciplinary action.

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The&nbsp;outbreak has killed more than 3,150 and infected nearly 81,000 in China, as well as spreading around the world.

But the interview with doctor Ai Fen, in the March edition of China's "People" magazine, has been removed from the popular social media platform WeChat and netizens have complained it can not be shared in chat groups.

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In the censored feature, Ai said she was given an "unprecedented and severe rebuke" after trying to warn other doctors in December when test results from a patient came up with the results "SARS coronavirus".

Ai circled the words on the report on December 30 and shared it, urging doctors to take precautions against the virus and earning a reprimand from her hospital's disciplinary department.

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Li's warning was also shared by eight physicians who were later punished by Wuhan police for "rumour-mongering". Wuhan was placed under lockdown in late January.

Various adaptations of the article have since been circulating online in an apparent pushback against online censorship.

These include versions written in pinyin, the system for transliterating Chinese characters into the Roman alphabet, those containing intentional misspellings, and versions where many words are replaced with emojis.

Screenshots of a Morse code version were also being shared on social media platforms.

Chinese authorities have faced fierce criticism for not acting fast enough to curb the virus epidemic, and for reprimanding those who tried to warn others in the early days of the spread.

The death of Li Wenliang, one of the doctors reprimanded by police early in the outbreak, sparked an outpouring of grief, and rare calls online for political reform and free speech in the country.

In China, it is common for social media companies to scrub content considered politically sensitive, including protests and government criticism.

Government censors had made some exceptions for political criticism when directed at local officials, who were later removed from their posts and accused of negligence.

At a press conference last month, top Chinese scientist Zhong Nanshan said China would have seen far fewer infections from the virus if it had been quicker to adopt strict control measures.

Online users in China have adopted a range of creative measures, including screenshots, deliberate typos, PDF files and Morse code to share a censored article on a whistleblowing doctor.

Online users in China have adopted a range of creative measures, including screenshots, deliberate typos, PDF files and Morse code to share a censored article on a whistleblowing doctor. The report features an interview with a doctor in Wuhan, the epicentre of the new coronavirus outbreak, who sounded an early alarm only to face disciplinary action. Also read: China reports 22 new virus deaths as imported cases rise The outbreak has killed more than 3,150 and infected nearly 81,000 in China, as well as spreading around the world. But the interview with doctor Ai Fen, in the March edition of China's "People" magazine, has been removed from the popular social media platform WeChat and netizens have complained it can not be shared in chat groups. Also read: Coronavirus to hit peak worldwide next winter, scientists predict In the censored feature, Ai said she was given an "unprecedented and severe rebuke" after trying to warn other doctors in December when test results from a patient came up with the results "SARS coronavirus". Ai circled the words on the report on December 30 and shared it, urging doctors to take precautions against the virus and earning a reprimand from her hospital's disciplinary department. Also read: Threat of coronavirus 'pandemic' has become very real: WHO Li's warning was also shared by eight physicians who were later punished by Wuhan police for "rumour-mongering". Wuhan was placed under lockdown in late January. Various adaptations of the article have since been circulating online in an apparent pushback against online censorship. These include versions written in pinyin, the system for transliterating Chinese characters into the Roman alphabet, those containing intentional misspellings, and versions where many words are replaced with emojis. Screenshots of a Morse code version were also being shared on social media platforms. Chinese authorities have faced fierce criticism for not acting fast enough to curb the virus epidemic, and for reprimanding those who tried to warn others in the early days of the spread. The death of Li Wenliang, one of the doctors reprimanded by police early in the outbreak, sparked an outpouring of grief, and rare calls online for political reform and free speech in the country. In China, it is common for social media companies to scrub content considered politically sensitive, including protests and government criticism. Government censors had made some exceptions for political criticism when directed at local officials, who were later removed from their posts and accused of negligence. At a press conference last month, top Chinese scientist Zhong Nanshan said China would have seen far fewer infections from the virus if it had been quicker to adopt strict control measures.

Online Chinese users get creative skirting censors over virus whistleblower

China reported an increase in imported coronavirus cases Wednesday as Beijing stepped up measures at its main international airport over fears that infections from abroad could undo the country's progress against the epidemic.

There were 22 more deaths and 24 new cases nationwide, according to the National Health Commission.

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China has made major strides in its battle against the virus, prompting President Xi Jinping to visit Wuhan, the central city at the heart of the global epidemic, on Tuesday and declare that it has "basically curbed" the spread of the disease.

The number of new cases has dramatically fallen in recent weeks but Wednesday's numbers were a slight uptick from the previous day due to the increase in imported cases.

Ten of the new cases came from abroad, most from Italy, the worst-hit country outside China.

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Six of the imported cases were in Beijing, which is enforcing a 14-day quarantine for people arriving from countries deemed to be high-risk, including Italy, Iran, South Korea and Japan.

Travellers flying into Beijing Capital International Airport from high-risk countries are now handled separately from other passengers, reported state media on Tuesday.&nbsp;

Flights from Italy, Iran, Korea and Japan will arrive at a designated area of the terminal, an airport staff member told AFP on Wednesday.&nbsp;

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Normally the busiest airport in China by passenger volume, the airport was much quieter than usual on Wednesday morning.&nbsp;

The staffer added that travellers who need to be quarantined would be sent to the nearby New China International Exhibition Centre, where AFP journalists saw security guards standing next to a red carpet.

China has now reported 79 cases imported from abroad.

The country, however, has made significant progress in curbing domestic infections.

New cases in Wuhan fell to a new low, with 13 infections reported on Wednesday, while only one other non-imported case was recorded elsewhere in the country.

Wuhan and its surrounding province, Hubei, have been under lockdown since late January in an unprecedented effort that has prevented 56 million people from venturing to other parts of China.

But with Hubei reporting zero cases outside Wuhan for several days in a row, the province announced Tuesday that it would allow healthy people in low-risk areas to travel within the province.

The virus has infected nearly 81,000 people in China so far, with a large majority having already recovered. The national death toll rose to 3,158 on Wednesday.

The global death toll from the new coronavirus has passed 4,000 and the outbreak has spread to over 100 countries.

China reported an increase in imported coronavirus cases Wednesday as Beijing stepped up measures at its main international airport over fears that infections from abroad could undo the country's progress against the epidemic.

China reported an increase in imported coronavirus cases Wednesday as Beijing stepped up measures at its main international airport over fears that infections from abroad could undo the country's progress against the epidemic. There were 22 more deaths and 24 new cases nationwide, according to the National Health Commission. Also read: Coronavirus to hit peak worldwide next winter, scientists predict China has made major strides in its battle against the virus, prompting President Xi Jinping to visit Wuhan, the central city at the heart of the global epidemic, on Tuesday and declare that it has "basically curbed" the spread of the disease. The number of new cases has dramatically fallen in recent weeks but Wednesday's numbers were a slight uptick from the previous day due to the increase in imported cases. Ten of the new cases came from abroad, most from Italy, the worst-hit country outside China. Also read: Threat of coronavirus 'pandemic' has become very real: WHO Six of the imported cases were in Beijing, which is enforcing a 14-day quarantine for people arriving from countries deemed to be high-risk, including Italy, Iran, South Korea and Japan. Travellers flying into Beijing Capital International Airport from high-risk countries are now handled separately from other passengers, reported state media on Tuesday. Flights from Italy, Iran, Korea and Japan will arrive at a designated area of the terminal, an airport staff member told AFP on Wednesday. Also read: New York deploys National Guard to fight coronavirus: United States Normally the busiest airport in China by passenger volume, the airport was much quieter than usual on Wednesday morning. The staffer added that travellers who need to be quarantined would be sent to the nearby New China International Exhibition Centre, where AFP journalists saw security guards standing next to a red carpet. China has now reported 79 cases imported from abroad. The country, however, has made significant progress in curbing domestic infections. New cases in Wuhan fell to a new low, with 13 infections reported on Wednesday, while only one other non-imported case was recorded elsewhere in the country. Wuhan and its surrounding province, Hubei, have been under lockdown since late January in an unprecedented effort that has prevented 56 million people from venturing to other parts of China. But with Hubei reporting zero cases outside Wuhan for several days in a row, the province announced Tuesday that it would allow healthy people in low-risk areas to travel within the province. The virus has infected nearly 81,000 people in China so far, with a large majority having already recovered. The national death toll rose to 3,158 on Wednesday. The global death toll from the new coronavirus has passed 4,000 and the outbreak has spread to over 100 countries.

China reports 22 new virus deaths as imported cases rise

The Delhi High Court Wednesday sought the stand of the Centre and the Delhi government on a PIL seeking proper and adequate measures to combat coronavirus.

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A bench of Chief Justice D N Patel and Justice C Hari Shankar issued notice to the Ministry of Health and the Delhi government seeking their replies on the public interest litigation (PIL) filed by an advocate.

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The petition, by lawyer Triveni Patekar, seeks directions to the Centre and the Delhi government to make available important and relevant information on access to and availability of medical facilities for testing and treatment for the coronavirus disease.

According to the Union health ministry, there are more than 50 confirmed cases of coronavirus in the country.

The Delhi High Court Wednesday sought the stand of the Centre and the Delhi government on a PIL seeking proper and adequate measures to combat coronavirus. Also read: 12 more COVID-19 cases in Kerala, Karnataka, Pune; total cases in India jumps to 59 A bench of Chief Justice D N Patel and Justice C Hari Shankar issued notice to the Ministry of Health and the Delhi government seeking their replies on the public interest litigation (PIL) filed by an advocate.

The Delhi High Court Wednesday sought the stand of the Centre and the Delhi government on a PIL seeking proper and adequate measures to combat coronavirus. Also read: 12 more COVID-19 cases in Kerala, Karnataka, Pune; total cases in India jumps to 59 A bench of Chief Justice D N Patel and Justice C Hari Shankar issued notice to the Ministry of Health and the Delhi government seeking their replies on the public interest litigation (PIL) filed by an advocate. Also read: Coronavirus outbreak: India temporarily bars entry to nationals of France, Germany, Spain; suspends visa facilities The petition, by lawyer Triveni Patekar, seeks directions to the Centre and the Delhi government to make available important and relevant information on access to and availability of medical facilities for testing and treatment for the coronavirus disease. According to the Union health ministry, there are more than 50 confirmed cases of coronavirus in the country.

Delhi High Court seeks Centre, Delhi government stand for adequate measures to combat coronavirus

12 new cases of the novel coronavirus were discovered in Pakistan between Monday and Tuesday, taking the country’s tally to 19, as the global death toll from Covid-19 reached 4,067.

Coronavirus cases count reaches 19 in Pakistan

A man under observation for suspected coronavirus infection at the isolation ward of the district hospital here fled, but was tracked and brought back within hours.

The man was among those who had interacted with the three-member family who returned from Italy and has tested positive for the virus.

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Pathanamthitta district collector PB Nooh said one person, who was under observation at the general hospital here had escaped but was later tracked and brought back.

"If even a single person under observation goes out, it is a threat. This is a public hazard".

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The one exercise which the health authorities have to undertake on Tuesday is to see how many people had come in contact with this person after he left the hospital.

There is a need to isolate those people with whom he may have come into contact, the collector said: "This is the time to behave in a very socially responsible manner".

With six positive cases being reported, the state government has already warned that stringent action would be taken against those flouting the directions of the health department.

Health Minister KK Shailaja has warned that those coming from COVID-19 affected nations, should report to authorities on arrival in the state, failing which a case would be registered against them under the Public Health Act.

A man under observation for suspected coronavirus infection at the isolation ward of the district hospital here fled, but was tracked and brought back within hours.

A man under observation for suspected coronavirus infection at the isolation ward of the district hospital here fled, but was tracked and brought back within hours. The man was among those who had interacted with the three-member family who returned from Italy and has tested positive for the virus. Also read: COVID-19: Kerala strengthens surveillance after 6 test positive, says state Health Minister Pathanamthitta district collector PB Nooh said one person, who was under observation at the general hospital here had escaped but was later tracked and brought back. "If even a single person under observation goes out, it is a threat. This is a public hazard". Also read: Two test positive for COVID-19 in Punjab and Karnataka, total cases in India rise to 45 The one exercise which the health authorities have to undertake on Tuesday is to see how many people had come in contact with this person after he left the hospital. There is a need to isolate those people with whom he may have come into contact, the collector said: "This is the time to behave in a very socially responsible manner". With six positive cases being reported, the state government has already warned that stringent action would be taken against those flouting the directions of the health department. Health Minister KK Shailaja has warned that those coming from COVID-19 affected nations, should report to authorities on arrival in the state, failing which a case would be registered against them under the Public Health Act.

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The first batch of 58 pilgrims who had been stuck in Iran, one of the worst coronavirus-affected nation, arrived at the Hindon Air Force Station in Ghaziabad on Tuesday morning.

External Affairs Minister Jaishankar tweeted about it on Twitter.

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IAF's C-17 Globemaster transport aircraft had departed for Iran on Monday from Hindon Air Force Station here to bring back Indian nationals stuck in Iran.

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/eam-jaishankar-visits-kashmir-meets-parents-of-students-stranded-in-iran-285333">EAM Jaishankar visits Kashmir, meets parents of students stranded in Iran</a>

Iran is among the countries most affected by the novel coronavirus. The country has reported 7,161 cases of the disease so far while 237 people have died of the infection,&nbsp;the highest outside of China.

The IAF aircraft had earlier been sent to the coronavirus-hit Chinese city of Wuhan with about 15 tonnes of medical equipment and had brought back 76 Indians and 36 foreign nationals.

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/covid-19-iafs-c-17-departs-for-iran-to-evacuate-stranded-indians-285328">COVID-19: IAF's C-17 departs for Iran to evacuate stranded Indians</a>

The External Affairs Minister had informed on Monday that the screening process of Indian nationals stranded in Iran has started and follow up arrangements were being discussed with Iranian authorities to bring them back.

"We are working on the return of other Indians stranded there," the dignitary also said in his twitter thread today.

Earlier in the day today, Jaishankar met families of Indian students stranded in Iran and assured them that the Centre has been facilitating their early return to India.

Around 40 Indian citizens are stranded at Qom city in Iran. New Delhi has sent a team of doctors to Iran for screening and has established a clinic at Qom.

Iranian Embassy here has also assured that the Indian citizens with no symptoms of the virus will be transferred to India and those whose medical test results are positive will be hospitalised in one of the advanced special medical centres designated by Iran`s Ministry of Health.&nbsp;

The first batch of 58 pilgrims who had been stuck in Iran, one of the worst coronavirus-affected nation, arrived at the Hindon Air Force Station in Ghaziabad on Tuesday morning.

The first batch of 58 pilgrims who had been stuck in Iran, one of the worst coronavirus-affected nation, arrived at the Hindon Air Force Station in Ghaziabad on Tuesday morning. External Affairs Minister Jaishankar tweeted about it on Twitter. First batch of 58 Indian pilgrims being brought back from #Iran. IAF C-17 taken off from Tehran and expected to land soon in Hindon. pic.twitter.com/IqZ8NUK1M6 — Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) March 10, 2020 × Thanks to the efforts of our Embassy @India_in_Iran and Indian medical team there, operating under challenging conditions. Thank you @IAF_MCC. Appreciate cooperation of Iranian authorities. We are working on the return of other Indians stranded there. — Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) March 10, 2020 × IAF's C-17 Globemaster transport aircraft had departed for Iran on Monday from Hindon Air Force Station here to bring back Indian nationals stuck in Iran. Also read: EAM Jaishankar visits Kashmir, meets parents of students stranded in Iran Iran is among the countries most affected by the novel coronavirus. The country has reported 7,161 cases of the disease so far while 237 people have died of the infection, the highest outside of China. The IAF aircraft had earlier been sent to the coronavirus-hit Chinese city of Wuhan with about 15 tonnes of medical equipment and had brought back 76 Indians and 36 foreign nationals. Also read: COVID-19: IAF's C-17 departs for Iran to evacuate stranded Indians The External Affairs Minister had informed on Monday that the screening process of Indian nationals stranded in Iran has started and follow up arrangements were being discussed with Iranian authorities to bring them back. "We are working on the return of other Indians stranded there," the dignitary also said in his twitter thread today. Earlier in the day today, Jaishankar met families of Indian students stranded in Iran and assured them that the Centre has been facilitating their early return to India. Around 40 Indian citizens are stranded at Qom city in Iran. New Delhi has sent a team of doctors to Iran for screening and has established a clinic at Qom. Iranian Embassy here has also assured that the Indian citizens with no symptoms of the virus will be transferred to India and those whose medical test results are positive will be hospitalised in one of the advanced special medical centres designated by Iran`s Ministry of Health.

COVID-19: IAF plane with 58 Indian pilgrims from Iran lands at Hindon airbase

Kerala Health Minister KK Shailaja on Monday said that the administration has strengthened surveillance after six persons tested positive for COVID-19.

"We have strengthened the surveillance after 6 positive cases since yesterday. In the state, we have 1116 persons under observation out of whom 976 persons are under home quarantine while 149 persons are in hospitals. This includes people with symptoms as well," Shailaja told reporters here.

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"In Pathanamthitta, we began the contact tracing at around 6 am. 270 persons are under the primary contact of positive patients. The number of high-risk contacts is 95. 6 people have come to hospitals in Pathanamthitta. The number of secondary contacts is 449," she added.

Also read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/bengaluru-in-karnataka-records-first-coronavirus-case-285312"> Bengaluru in Karnataka records first coronavirus case</a>

Contact tracing of persons in Kerala who may have come in touch with those found positive for COVID-19 is being done aggressively to contain the spread of the disease as six people, including one from Ernakulam and five from Pathanamthitta, found to be diagnosed with the deadly virus.

A 3-year-old boy, who had travelled to Italy with his parents and returned to Kerala, and tested positive, is being monitored and is under treatment at the Ernakulam Medical college.

Five cases were reported from the Pathanamthitta district in Kerala on Sunday. Three cases from Kerala reported in January have been discharged.

The total number of persons tested positive for COVID-19 in India has reached&nbsp;45.

Kerala Health Minister KK Shailaja on Monday said that the administration has strengthened surveillance after six persons tested positive for COVID-19. "We have strengthened the surveillance after 6 positive cases since yesterday.

Kerala Health Minister KK Shailaja on Monday said that the administration has strengthened surveillance after six persons tested positive for COVID-19. "We have strengthened the surveillance after 6 positive cases since yesterday. In the state, we have 1116 persons under observation out of whom 976 persons are under home quarantine while 149 persons are in hospitals. This includes people with symptoms as well," Shailaja told reporters here. Also read: Two test positive for COVID-19 in Punjab and Karnataka, total cases in India rise to 45 "In Pathanamthitta, we began the contact tracing at around 6 am. 270 persons are under the primary contact of positive patients. The number of high-risk contacts is 95. 6 people have come to hospitals in Pathanamthitta. The number of secondary contacts is 449," she added. Also read: Bengaluru in Karnataka records first coronavirus case Contact tracing of persons in Kerala who may have come in touch with those found positive for COVID-19 is being done aggressively to contain the spread of the disease as six people, including one from Ernakulam and five from Pathanamthitta, found to be diagnosed with the deadly virus. A 3-year-old boy, who had travelled to Italy with his parents and returned to Kerala, and tested positive, is being monitored and is under treatment at the Ernakulam Medical college. Five cases were reported from the Pathanamthitta district in Kerala on Sunday. Three cases from Kerala reported in January have been discharged. The total number of persons tested positive for COVID-19 in India has reached 45.

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The disease’s spread in China cast scrutiny on Xi’s leadership, as he was conspicuously absent from the public eye during the early days of the crisis.

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The chief economist of the International Monetary Fund Gita Gopinath stated over COVID-19 that this temporary crisis must be stopped from causing the permanent harm to the world.

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Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has postponed her two-day official visit to Japan over the global outbreak of the deadly novel coronavirus, Foreign Minister AK Abdul Momen said on Tuesday.

"The prime minister was scheduled to travel to Japan on March 30. But the visit has been postponed as the novel coronavirus cases have spread there too," Momen said in an interview.

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Hasina was scheduled to leave for Japan on March 30 on a two-day official visit. "We will visit Japan later and they (Japan) have agreed to the deferred plan," Momen added.

Earlier this week, Bangladesh postponed the March 17 grand inaugural ceremony of the birth centenary celebrations of its founder Sheikh Mujibur Rahman after three coronavirus cases were detected in the country.

Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/bangladesh-confirms-its-first-three-cases-of-coronavirus-285072">Bangladesh confirms its first three cases of coronavirus</a>

Two persons brought the disease from Italy, infecting the third one on their return home, officials said.

The infections, the first reported cases in the country, came four days after Dhaka restricted entry of the people from major coronavirus-prone countries without a virus-free medical certificate.

The virus that first originated in the Chinese city of Wuhan in December last year has claimed over 4,000 lives and infected more than 110,000 across 100 nations and territories.

The World Health Organisation last week raised the global virus risk to maximum level after the outbreak spread to sub-Saharan Africa and stock markets around the world plummeted.&nbsp;

Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has postponed her two-day official visit to Japan over the global outbreak of the deadly novel coronavirus, Foreign Minister AK Abdul Momen said on Tuesday.

Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has postponed her two-day official visit to Japan over the global outbreak of the deadly novel coronavirus, Foreign Minister AK Abdul Momen said on Tuesday. "The prime minister was scheduled to travel to Japan on March 30. But the visit has been postponed as the novel coronavirus cases have spread there too," Momen said in an interview. Also read: Threat of coronavirus 'pandemic' has become very real: WHO Hasina was scheduled to leave for Japan on March 30 on a two-day official visit. "We will visit Japan later and they (Japan) have agreed to the deferred plan," Momen added. Earlier this week, Bangladesh postponed the March 17 grand inaugural ceremony of the birth centenary celebrations of its founder Sheikh Mujibur Rahman after three coronavirus cases were detected in the country. Also read: Bangladesh confirms its first three cases of coronavirus Two persons brought the disease from Italy, infecting the third one on their return home, officials said. The infections, the first reported cases in the country, came four days after Dhaka restricted entry of the people from major coronavirus-prone countries without a virus-free medical certificate. The virus that first originated in the Chinese city of Wuhan in December last year has claimed over 4,000 lives and infected more than 110,000 across 100 nations and territories. The World Health Organisation last week raised the global virus risk to maximum level after the outbreak spread to sub-Saharan Africa and stock markets around the world plummeted.

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Pakistan witnessed a sudden increase in coronavirus cases as the number of patients rose to 16, officials said on Tuesday.

Special Assistant to Prime Minister on Health Dr Zafar Mirza confirmed that nine new cases were identified in Karachi, capital of Sindh province.

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He said that "all these cases are contacts of an already confirmed case" and authorities were testing more people who were in contact with the infected people.

Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/coronavirus-may-cause-61-million-loss-to-pakistan-adb-284934">Coronavirus may cause $61 million loss to Pakistan: ADB</a>

Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah asked all hospitals to share the record of patients with the symptoms of pneumonia to further investigate them.

Earlier, Sindh health department said on Monday that one new case surfaced in Karachi but Mirza announced after midnight that nine cases were identified.

Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/number-of-confirmed-coronavirus-cases-in-pakistan-reaches-7-285131">Number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Pakistan reaches 7</a>

According to officials, five of the new patients came to Karachi from Syria via Doha while three persons came from London via Dubai during the past week.

Thirteen of the total 16 victims belong to Sindh, according to Meeran Yousuf, the media coordinator to the Sindh health minister.

Authorities were trying to track down all their contacts for further testing in order to contain the spread of the virus.

The virus that first originated in the Chinese city of Wuhan in December last year has claimed over 4,000 lives and infected more than 110,000 across 100 nations and territories.

The World Health Organisation last week raised the global virus risk to maximum level after the outbreak spread to sub-Saharan Africa and stock markets around the world plummeted.

Pakistan witnessed a sudden increase in coronavirus cases as the number of patients rose to 16, officials said on Tuesday. Special Assistant to Prime Minister on Health Dr Zafar Mirza confirmed that nine new cases were identified in Karachi, capital of Sindh province.

Pakistan witnessed a sudden increase in coronavirus cases as the number of patients rose to 16, officials said on Tuesday. Special Assistant to Prime Minister on Health Dr Zafar Mirza confirmed that nine new cases were identified in Karachi, capital of Sindh province. 240/ I can confirm 9 new cases of #COVID19 in Karachi. All these cases are contacts of an already confirmed case. Further contacts are being traced and tested. This makes a total of 16 cases in Pakistan. — Zafar Mirza (@zfrmrza) March 9, 2020 × He said that "all these cases are contacts of an already confirmed case" and authorities were testing more people who were in contact with the infected people. Also read: Coronavirus may cause $61 million loss to Pakistan: ADB Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah asked all hospitals to share the record of patients with the symptoms of pneumonia to further investigate them. Earlier, Sindh health department said on Monday that one new case surfaced in Karachi but Mirza announced after midnight that nine cases were identified. Also read: Number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Pakistan reaches 7 According to officials, five of the new patients came to Karachi from Syria via Doha while three persons came from London via Dubai during the past week. Thirteen of the total 16 victims belong to Sindh, according to Meeran Yousuf, the media coordinator to the Sindh health minister. Authorities were trying to track down all their contacts for further testing in order to contain the spread of the virus. The virus that first originated in the Chinese city of Wuhan in December last year has claimed over 4,000 lives and infected more than 110,000 across 100 nations and territories. The World Health Organisation last week raised the global virus risk to maximum level after the outbreak spread to sub-Saharan Africa and stock markets around the world plummeted.

Coronavirus cases rise to 16 in Pakistan

Health and Family Welfare Minister B Sriramulu confirmed the development. “Karnataka has reported four cases of Novel Coronavirus. Infected persons and their families are quarantined and they are kept under observation,”

Karnataka confirms four positive cases of Coronavirus

US President Donald Trump continues to remain defiant in the face of a spiralling coronavirus outbreak in the country.

The Potus&nbsp;has compared the outbreak of the deadly virus to the seasonal flu in the United States.

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26 people have been killed by COVID-19 and more than 700 cases have been confirmed in the country.

30 states in the US have confirmed cases of the virus.

Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/us-stock-trading-halted-as-dow-nasdaq-plunge-over-coronavirus-fears-285308">US stock trading halted as Dow, Nasdaq plunge over coronavirus fears</a>

And with medical shortages looming large, the President announced what he described as major steps to tackle the outbreak.

The outbreak has demolished one of trump's major talking points, the stock market.

The dow jones shed close to 7.8 per cent on Monday, one of the worst trading days since the 2008 crash.

Amid worries of an economic downturn, experts called Trump's tweet as ''callous'' and unhelpful.

US President Donald Trump continues to remain defiant in the face of a spiralling coronavirus outbreak in the country. The Potus has compared the outbreak of the deadly virus to the seasonal flu in the United States.

US President Donald Trump continues to remain defiant in the face of a spiralling coronavirus outbreak in the country. The Potus has compared the outbreak of the deadly virus to the seasonal flu in the United States. So last year 37,000 Americans died from the common Flu. It averages between 27,000 and 70,000 per year. Nothing is shut down, life & the economy go on. At this moment there are 546 confirmed cases of CoronaVirus, with 22 deaths. Think about that! — Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) March 9, 2020 × Also read: Coronavirus in US: New York is making its own hand sanitizer 26 people have been killed by COVID-19 and more than 700 cases have been confirmed in the country. 30 states in the US have confirmed cases of the virus. Also read: US stock trading halted as Dow, Nasdaq plunge over coronavirus fears And with medical shortages looming large, the President announced what he described as major steps to tackle the outbreak. The outbreak has demolished one of trump's major talking points, the stock market. The dow jones shed close to 7.8 per cent on Monday, one of the worst trading days since the 2008 crash. Amid worries of an economic downturn, experts called Trump's tweet as ''callous'' and unhelpful.

COVID-19: US President Donald Trump likens deadly virus to seasonal flu

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The office of Ayatollah Khamenei released a statement on Monday, saying that the ceremony will not be held at the beginning of the coming Iranian yea

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Indian Air Force's C-17 Globalmaster has left for Iran to evacuate Indian stranded in the country as the coronavirus pandemic spreads in the west Asian country. The plane with 14 Air Force officers and four medical staff is led by Wing Commander Karan Kapoor and will be landing in the Iranian capital at 2 am IST.&nbsp;

While no details have been given on how many Indians will be brought back, the number could be 100 or more.&nbsp;

The C17 leaves Tehran at 4 am IST and reaches India at 9 am IST on Tuesday.&nbsp;

This is the second time C17 is being sent to evacuate Indians this year.&nbsp;In February end, India had sent C17 to evacuate Indians from Wuhan, China.

Sources said, more sorties of IAF can be expected to evacuate Indian citizens in coming days.&nbsp;

India will be evacuating its pilgrims first from Iran, followed by students stranded in the country in the backdrop of coronavirus pandemic.&nbsp;

New Delhi has also set up a medical screening centre in the central Iranian city of Qom, which is the worst impacted by the pandemic.&nbsp;

The Indian government is negotiating with the Iranian government to establish more screening centres in other cities of Iran.

Meanwhile, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with parents of stranded Indian students in Srinagar and assured that the Indian government is doing its best to bring them back.

The Indian govt will be facilitating the return via normal civil aviation channels by resuming and rearranging flights and medical screening before leaving Iran. Currently, there are no direct flights between India and Iran as the flight operation stands cancelled due to coronavirus epidemic.

Iran evacuated 215 of its citizens from India. A flight from Iran arrived in India on Saturday carrying swab samples of 180 Indians. The samples are being tested at a laboratory in AIIMS. Six scientists from the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) are stationed in Iran.

Indian Air Force's C-17 Globalmaster has left for Iran to evacuate Indian stranded in the country as the coronavirus pandemic spreads in the west Asian country. The plane with 14 Air Force officers and four medical staff is led by Wing Commander Karan Kapoor and will be landing in the Iranian capital at 2 am IST.

Indian Air Force's C-17 Globalmaster has left for Iran to evacuate Indian stranded in the country as the coronavirus pandemic spreads in the west Asian country. The plane with 14 Air Force officers and four medical staff is led by Wing Commander Karan Kapoor and will be landing in the Iranian capital at 2 am IST. While no details have been given on how many Indians will be brought back, the number could be 100 or more. The C17 leaves Tehran at 4 am IST and reaches India at 9 am IST on Tuesday. This is the second time C17 is being sent to evacuate Indians this year. In February end, India had sent C17 to evacuate Indians from Wuhan, China. Sources said, more sorties of IAF can be expected to evacuate Indian citizens in coming days. India will be evacuating its pilgrims first from Iran, followed by students stranded in the country in the backdrop of coronavirus pandemic. New Delhi has also set up a medical screening centre in the central Iranian city of Qom, which is the worst impacted by the pandemic. The Indian government is negotiating with the Iranian government to establish more screening centres in other cities of Iran. Meanwhile, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with parents of stranded Indian students in Srinagar and assured that the Indian government is doing its best to bring them back. The Indian govt will be facilitating the return via normal civil aviation channels by resuming and rearranging flights and medical screening before leaving Iran. Currently, there are no direct flights between India and Iran as the flight operation stands cancelled due to coronavirus epidemic. Iran evacuated 215 of its citizens from India. A flight from Iran arrived in India on Saturday carrying swab samples of 180 Indians. The samples are being tested at a laboratory in AIIMS. Six scientists from the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) are stationed in Iran.

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