The Delhi Metro services will be closed on Sunday as part of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "Janata Curfew" initiative to contain the spread of the COVID-19 in India.

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Yesterday in a video telecast Prime Minister Narendra Modi propounded the enforcement of 'Janata Curfew' on March 22 (Sunday) from 7 am to 9 pm -- under which nobody, apart from people involved in duties of emergency and national importance, shall come out of their respective houses.

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In his 30-minute-long televised address to the nation, PM Modi pleaded to the countrymen to exercise "restraint" while interacting with others and resolve to fight COVID-19.&nbsp;

The number of coronavirus cases in India is 223 and 23 people have been discharged. India has put over 1,12,000 under community surveillance. 6,700 are begin monitored for close contact.

The number of people who have died as a result of the coronavirus pandemic now exceeds 10,000, according to an AFP tally based on official data at 1030 GMT Friday.

In total, 10,080 deaths have been reported, most of them in Europe (4,932) and Asia (3,431). Italy is the worst affected country with 3,405 fatalities, followed by China with 3,248, the initial epicentre of the outbreak, and Iran with 1,433.

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The Delhi Metro services will be closed on Sunday as part of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "Janata Curfew" initiative to contain the spread of the COVID-19 in India.

The Delhi Metro services will be closed on Sunday as part of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "Janata Curfew" initiative to contain the spread of the COVID-19 in India. Also read: Complete shutdown in Mumbai, malls closed in Delhi Yesterday in a video telecast Prime Minister Narendra Modi propounded the enforcement of 'Janata Curfew' on March 22 (Sunday) from 7 am to 9 pm -- under which nobody, apart from people involved in duties of emergency and national importance, shall come out of their respective houses. In the wake of ‘Janta Curfew’ to be observed this Sunday i.e, on 22nd March 2020, DMRC has decided to keep its services closed. The move is aimed at encouraging public to stay indoors and maintain social distancing, which is essential in the fight against Covid-19. #JantaCurfew — Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (@OfficialDMRC) March 20, 2020 × In his 30-minute-long televised address to the nation, PM Modi pleaded to the countrymen to exercise "restraint" while interacting with others and resolve to fight COVID-19. The number of coronavirus cases in India is 223 and 23 people have been discharged. India has put over 1,12,000 under community surveillance. 6,700 are begin monitored for close contact. The number of people who have died as a result of the coronavirus pandemic now exceeds 10,000, according to an AFP tally based on official data at 1030 GMT Friday. In total, 10,080 deaths have been reported, most of them in Europe (4,932) and Asia (3,431). Italy is the worst affected country with 3,405 fatalities, followed by China with 3,248, the initial epicentre of the outbreak, and Iran with 1,433. (With inputs from agencies)

Delhi Metro train services to remain closed on Sunday in wake of PM's 'Janta curfew' call

India has received an informal request from Maldives and Nepal for its rapid response team, which Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is at the disposal of SAARC countries. PM Modi had made the announcement on Sunday during the video conference with SAARC leaders for the joint strategy to deal with Corona Virus Crisis.&nbsp;

Ministry of external affairs spokesperson Raveesh in response to a question at the special presser on coronavirus crisis said, "A crisis of this magnitude does not recognize borders. It requires a coordinated response on a regional and global level. It was in this spirit that Prime Minister took the initiative of getting all the SAARC countries to cooperate closely to combat the pandemic."

Adding, "Initiative has been appreciated by several countries, including the SAARC member States. We are moving very fast on these announcements."

PM Modi had also announced the establishment of a SAARC Emergency Response Fund for COVID-19, with the initial US $ 10 million contributions from India which is up and running.&nbsp;

India has also got requests from SAARC countries for assistance in the form of masks, gloves, disinfectants and other items and the quantum of requests received is already above 1 million Dollar. India has already sent supplies to Bhutan and Maldives.&nbsp;

Speaking to WION, Indian envoy to Maldives Sanjay Sudhir said, "India is the only country which has come to the concrete assistance of Maldives. We have provided 5.5 ton of essential medicines which will suffice for three months. We have also provided a rapid response medical team which is working right now in the Maldives. We are committed, and will always stand by the side of Maldives. "

India had evacuated 9 Maldivians from Wuhan, which was the epicentre of the crisis in January. Other than Maldivians, India got back 23 Bangladeshis, 2 Sri Lankans and One Nepali also from Wuhan.

Another SAARC video conference is also scheduled for 26th March among the Health Professionals of all the SAARC. During the conference, the best practices being followed by health professionals of the respective countries will be discussed.

India has received an informal request from Maldives and Nepal for its rapid response team, which Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is at the disposal of SAARC countries.

India has received an informal request from Maldives and Nepal for its rapid response team, which Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is at the disposal of SAARC countries. PM Modi had made the announcement on Sunday during the video conference with SAARC leaders for the joint strategy to deal with Corona Virus Crisis. Ministry of external affairs spokesperson Raveesh in response to a question at the special presser on coronavirus crisis said, "A crisis of this magnitude does not recognize borders. It requires a coordinated response on a regional and global level. It was in this spirit that Prime Minister took the initiative of getting all the SAARC countries to cooperate closely to combat the pandemic." Adding, "Initiative has been appreciated by several countries, including the SAARC member States. We are moving very fast on these announcements." PM Modi had also announced the establishment of a SAARC Emergency Response Fund for COVID-19, with the initial US $ 10 million contributions from India which is up and running. India has also got requests from SAARC countries for assistance in the form of masks, gloves, disinfectants and other items and the quantum of requests received is already above 1 million Dollar. India has already sent supplies to Bhutan and Maldives. Speaking to WION, Indian envoy to Maldives Sanjay Sudhir said, "India is the only country which has come to the concrete assistance of Maldives. We have provided 5.5 ton of essential medicines which will suffice for three months. We have also provided a rapid response medical team which is working right now in the Maldives. We are committed, and will always stand by the side of Maldives. " India had evacuated 9 Maldivians from Wuhan, which was the epicentre of the crisis in January. Other than Maldivians, India got back 23 Bangladeshis, 2 Sri Lankans and One Nepali also from Wuhan. Another SAARC video conference is also scheduled for 26th March among the Health Professionals of all the SAARC. During the conference, the best practices being followed by health professionals of the respective countries will be discussed.

SAARC conference on coronavirus: Maldives, Nepal request for India's rapid response teams

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today addressed the nation on the coronavirus pandemic that has infected more than 2,00,000 people and killed more than 9000 across the world.&nbsp;

This pandemic has forced countries to close down borders and implement stringent steps to curb its spread.&nbsp;

Here are the highlights from the speech:&nbsp;

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	<li>On March 22, from 7 am to 9 pm, all countrymen have to follow 'Janta Curfew'.</li>
	<li>This crisis has engulfed the entire human race. For the past two months, we have been watching with concern the news about coronavirus spreading across the world.</li>
	<li>I ask local administration to clap and ring bells at 5 pm on March 22 as a form of gratitude to the workers who are fighting the coronavirus.</li>
	<li>All those above 60-65, please don’t venture out of the house for the next couple of weeks.</li>
	<li>If you think you are well and can roam around in markets without getting affected, then you are doing injustice not only to yourself but others around you. Hence, I urge all Indians to step out of their house only if necessary.</li>
	<li>I request people to avoid going to hospitals for a routine check-up to ease pressure on the medical staff.</li>
	<li>Keeping in mind economic challenges arising out of coronavirus, govt has decided to form COVID-19 Economic Response Task Force.</li>
	<li>Restrain is compulsory to protect ourselves and remain healthy. I request that for the coming weeks people should go out of their homes only if essential.</li>
	<li>Do not to believe rumours and hoard eatables as the government of India is ensuring that there should not be any shortage of eatables in the country.</li>
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi today addressed the nation on the coronavirus pandemic that has infected more than 2,00,000 people and killed more than 9000 across the world.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today addressed the nation on the coronavirus pandemic that has infected more than 2,00,000 people and killed more than 9000 across the world. This pandemic has forced countries to close down borders and implement stringent steps to curb its spread. Here are the highlights from the speech: On March 22, from 7 am to 9 pm, all countrymen have to follow 'Janta Curfew'. This crisis has engulfed the entire human race. For the past two months, we have been watching with concern the news about coronavirus spreading across the world. I ask local administration to clap and ring bells at 5 pm on March 22 as a form of gratitude to the workers who are fighting the coronavirus. All those above 60-65, please don’t venture out of the house for the next couple of weeks. If you think you are well and can roam around in markets without getting affected, then you are doing injustice not only to yourself but others around you. Hence, I urge all Indians to step out of their house only if necessary. I request people to avoid going to hospitals for a routine check-up to ease pressure on the medical staff. Keeping in mind economic challenges arising out of coronavirus, govt has decided to form COVID-19 Economic Response Task Force. Restrain is compulsory to protect ourselves and remain healthy. I request that for the coming weeks people should go out of their homes only if essential. Do not to believe rumours and hoard eatables as the government of India is ensuring that there should not be any shortage of eatables in the country.

Highlights of PM Modi's address to Nation on coronavirus

With several states going on partial lockdown as a part of precautionary measures against the Coronavirus, isolated incidents of racism are on the rise against people from the North-Eastern states of India. Given the large number of people from the North East who are settled in many other states and cities of the country, such cases of racial discrimination are a cause for concern. The community hopes that an advisory from the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) to all the states would be very helpful in allaying their fears and creating more awareness.

Two incidents of racism in Chennai have come to the notice of the North East community after Monday when the State government decided to shut the malls, cinema halls, and educational institutions across the state of Tamil Nadu. The shut down until March 31st means that students would be out of their hostels and those working in the informal sector would be out of work and in some cases looking to return home.&nbsp;

“We have come across incidents where men and women from our community have been shouted at in public places. Some miscreants and ill-informed people look at us and scream Corona! Our features may be similar to those in the Eastern part of the world, but our fellow Indians should know that we have different types of people in this country. Such discriminatory remarks shouldn’t be happening and we Indians should be united as this is a global crisis. Such incidents are very unfortunate given that there are over 10,000 people from the North East who are in Chennai. They are engaged in academic pursuits, professional careers, and they also work in the malls, restaurants and other informal sectors” Wapang Toshi, President, North East India Welfare Association Chennai, told WION.&nbsp;

The availability of fewer flights, trains coupled with the higher ticket prices and apprehensions about travel has resulted in many people worried about their continued stay in the city.

“We are Expecting situation to come down and seriously hope and pray that it doesn’t go from bad to worse. We have requested an appointment with the Home Secretary in Tamil Nadu to personally apprise him of the situation. Also, the tweet by Minister Kiren Rijjiju has also come as a great relief for us. We are highly anticipating the advisory in this regard from the Ministry of Home Affairs”, Toshi added.&nbsp;

Responding to the instances of hate and racial remarks against the Northeast people, Minister for State for Minority Affairs, Kiren Rijiju had tweeted on Wednesday, “Some incidents of racial remarks against North-East people have emerged in some parts of India in the wake of #Coronavirus due to cultural ignorance, prejudice mindset &amp; lack of understanding. The matter discussed with NE Division, MHA. The strict advisory is being issued to the States.”

With several states going on partial lockdown as a part of precautionary measures against the Coronavirus, isolated incidents of racism are on the rise against people from the North-Eastern states of India.

With several states going on partial lockdown as a part of precautionary measures against the Coronavirus, isolated incidents of racism are on the rise against people from the North-Eastern states of India. Given the large number of people from the North East who are settled in many other states and cities of the country, such cases of racial discrimination are a cause for concern. The community hopes that an advisory from the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) to all the states would be very helpful in allaying their fears and creating more awareness. Two incidents of racism in Chennai have come to the notice of the North East community after Monday when the State government decided to shut the malls, cinema halls, and educational institutions across the state of Tamil Nadu. The shut down until March 31st means that students would be out of their hostels and those working in the informal sector would be out of work and in some cases looking to return home. “We have come across incidents where men and women from our community have been shouted at in public places. Some miscreants and ill-informed people look at us and scream Corona! Our features may be similar to those in the Eastern part of the world, but our fellow Indians should know that we have different types of people in this country. Such discriminatory remarks shouldn’t be happening and we Indians should be united as this is a global crisis. Such incidents are very unfortunate given that there are over 10,000 people from the North East who are in Chennai. They are engaged in academic pursuits, professional careers, and they also work in the malls, restaurants and other informal sectors” Wapang Toshi, President, North East India Welfare Association Chennai, told WION. The availability of fewer flights, trains coupled with the higher ticket prices and apprehensions about travel has resulted in many people worried about their continued stay in the city. “We are Expecting situation to come down and seriously hope and pray that it doesn’t go from bad to worse. We have requested an appointment with the Home Secretary in Tamil Nadu to personally apprise him of the situation. Also, the tweet by Minister Kiren Rijjiju has also come as a great relief for us. We are highly anticipating the advisory in this regard from the Ministry of Home Affairs”, Toshi added. Responding to the instances of hate and racial remarks against the Northeast people, Minister for State for Minority Affairs, Kiren Rijiju had tweeted on Wednesday, “Some incidents of racial remarks against North-East people have emerged in some parts of India in the wake of #Coronavirus due to cultural ignorance, prejudice mindset & lack of understanding. The matter discussed with NE Division, MHA. The strict advisory is being issued to the States.”

People of North-East apprehensive as coronavirus-related racist incidents on the rise

A 63-year-old doctor, who treated the Kalaburagi patient killed by coronavirus last week, has tested positive for the disease.

"The doctor and his seven family members have been put under strict home quarantine," the government said.

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Karnataka has reported 10 positive coronavirus cases till date.

Out of these cases, three have been reported in the last 24 hours, said Karnataka government on Tuesday.

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The state had reported one death in Kalaburagi due to the infection last week. Karnataka health minister B Sriramulu held a meeting with health department officials at Mangalore today to review the prevailing situation.

A 63-year-old doctor, who treated the Kalaburagi patient killed by coronavirus last week, has tested positive for the disease. "The doctor and his seven family members have been put under strict home quarantine," the government said.

A 63-year-old doctor, who treated the Kalaburagi patient killed by coronavirus last week, has tested positive for the disease. "The doctor and his seven family members have been put under strict home quarantine," the government said. Also read: Karnataka reports two new coronavirus cases Karnataka has reported 10 positive coronavirus cases till date. Out of these cases, three have been reported in the last 24 hours, said Karnataka government on Tuesday. Also see: Confirmed coronavirus cases rise to 125 in India The state had reported one death in Kalaburagi due to the infection last week. Karnataka health minister B Sriramulu held a meeting with health department officials at Mangalore today to review the prevailing situation.

Karnataka doctor who treated coronavirus victim tests positive for COVID-19

An official from the World Health Organization, the body leading the global fight against the coronavirus pandemic, said on Tuesday that two staff members have been confirmed to be infected with coronavirus.

The cases are the first at the Geneva-based organization and follow a confirmed case at the UN office in Geneva as well one at the World Trade Organization last week.

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"The staff had left the office and then at home showed symptoms and were tested and confirmed with COVID-19," WHO spokesman Christian Lindmeier told journalists, referring to the official name of the disease caused by the virus. "We do therefore have two confirmed cases."

It was not clear if the infected staff were working in the coronavirus response.

Watch: WHO asks governments to run more tests

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The WHO headquarters is the workplace for about 2,400 staff and consultants and most are now working from home to reduce possible transmission, Lindmeier said.

Switzerland has reported a surge in cases in recent days with over 2,200 cases and passed measures including the mobilization of 8,000 members of the military late on Monday in an effort to control the outbreak.

An official from the World Health Organization, the body leading the global fight against the coronavirus pandemic, said on Tuesday that two staff members have been confirmed to be infected with coronavirus.

An official from the World Health Organization, the body leading the global fight against the coronavirus pandemic, said on Tuesday that two staff members have been confirmed to be infected with coronavirus. The cases are the first at the Geneva-based organization and follow a confirmed case at the UN office in Geneva as well one at the World Trade Organization last week. Also read: Can doctors predict how long it would take for a patient to recover from COVID-19? "The staff had left the office and then at home showed symptoms and were tested and confirmed with COVID-19," WHO spokesman Christian Lindmeier told journalists, referring to the official name of the disease caused by the virus. "We do therefore have two confirmed cases." It was not clear if the infected staff were working in the coronavirus response. Watch: WHO asks governments to run more tests The WHO headquarters is the workplace for about 2,400 staff and consultants and most are now working from home to reduce possible transmission, Lindmeier said. Switzerland has reported a surge in cases in recent days with over 2,200 cases and passed measures including the mobilization of 8,000 members of the military late on Monday in an effort to control the outbreak.

WHO confirms two coronavirus cases among its staff

Germany is making 50 million euros ($55.66 million) available to repatriate German tourists stranded around the world by the coronavirus-induced collapse in air transport, Foreign Minister Heiko Maas told a news conference on Tuesday.

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Repatriation flights were planned for tourists now stranded in Morocco, the Dominican Republic, the Philippines and the Maldives, he said, adding that the government expected worldwide air passenger volumes to stay at a very low level for the foreseeable future.

"We don't want to see further tourists stranded abroad," he said.

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"For this reason, we have decided to issue a warning against all touristic trips abroad. Please stay at home.", he added.

Germany is making 50 million euros ($55.66 million) available to repatriate German tourists stranded around the world by the coronavirus-induced collapse in air transport, Foreign Minister Heiko Maas told a news conference on Tuesday.

Germany is making 50 million euros ($55.66 million) available to repatriate German tourists stranded around the world by the coronavirus-induced collapse in air transport, Foreign Minister Heiko Maas told a news conference on Tuesday. Also read: Trump, Germany row erupts over coronavirus vaccine Repatriation flights were planned for tourists now stranded in Morocco, the Dominican Republic, the Philippines and the Maldives, he said, adding that the government expected worldwide air passenger volumes to stay at a very low level for the foreseeable future. "We don't want to see further tourists stranded abroad," he said. Watch: Coronavirus: German firm is developing a possible vaccine "For this reason, we have decided to issue a warning against all touristic trips abroad. Please stay at home.", he added.

Germany sets aside 50 million euros to repatriate stranded tourists

Pakistan`s southern province of Sindh on Monday reported 41 new cases of the novel coronavirus, marking the single largest surge so far that took the number of confirmed cases in the province to 76 and the national tally to 94.

Four of the 41 new cases were reported in provincial capital Karachi, while the remaining 37 cases involve those who arrived in Sukkur from the Taftan border with Iran, sources reported, citing Advisor to Sindh Chief Minister on Law, Murtaza Wahab.

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A total of 25 people so far have been tested positive in Karachi alone, province's Health Department said in a tweet.

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"Sindh Health Department has 25 cases from Karachi, 1 case from Hyderabad and 50 cases from Taftan, Iran which brings the total number of cases to 76 in the province out of which 2 have recovered and 74 are still under treatment," tweeted the department.

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Globally, the virus, which was first reported in the Chinese city of Wuhan, has killed more than 6000 people, while more than 150,000 others have been affected in over 130 countries.

Pakistan`s southern province of Sindh on Monday reported 41 new cases of the novel coronavirus, marking the single largest surge so far that took the number of confirmed cases in the province to 76 and the national tally to 94.

Pakistan`s southern province of Sindh on Monday reported 41 new cases of the novel coronavirus, marking the single largest surge so far that took the number of confirmed cases in the province to 76 and the national tally to 94. Four of the 41 new cases were reported in provincial capital Karachi, while the remaining 37 cases involve those who arrived in Sukkur from the Taftan border with Iran, sources reported, citing Advisor to Sindh Chief Minister on Law, Murtaza Wahab. Also read: Coronavirus cases surge to 93 in Pakistan; 76 people test positive in Sindh A total of 25 people so far have been tested positive in Karachi alone, province's Health Department said in a tweet. × "Sindh Health Department has 25 cases from Karachi, 1 case from Hyderabad and 50 cases from Taftan, Iran which brings the total number of cases to 76 in the province out of which 2 have recovered and 74 are still under treatment," tweeted the department. #Sindh Health Department has 25 cases from Karachi, 1 case from Hyderabad and 50 cases from Taftan, Iran. Which brings the total number of case to 76 in the province out of which 2 have recovered & 74 are still under treatment. #SindhHealth #CoronaVirusPakistan — Health and Population Welfare Department, Sindh (@SindhHealthDpt) March 16, 2020 × Globally, the virus, which was first reported in the Chinese city of Wuhan, has killed more than 6000 people, while more than 150,000 others have been affected in over 130 countries.

Covid-19 infects over 94 in Pakistan

The US Navy reported its first suspected case of the new coronavirus aboard a ship, saying a sailor had tested positive for the disease but the result needed to be confirmed by health authorities.

It came a week after another US Navy sailor stationed in southern Italy contracted COVID-19, which has killed more than 3,700 people worldwide including nearly 70 in the United States.

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"A Sailor assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4) tested 'presumptive positive' for Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19), marking the first case for a sailor aboard a Navy ship," the Navy said in a statement on Sunday evening.

The sailor was in quarantine at home, it said, adding that "personnel that the individual immediately identified having close contact with have been notified and are in self-isolation at their residences."

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The Navy said that the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention would need to confirm the positive result.

The USS Boxer is currently in port at a naval base in San Diego, according to local media.

The US Navy reported its first suspected case of the new coronavirus aboard a ship, saying a sailor had tested positive for the disease but the result needed to be confirmed by health authorities.

The US Navy reported its first suspected case of the new coronavirus aboard a ship, saying a sailor had tested positive for the disease but the result needed to be confirmed by health authorities. It came a week after another US Navy sailor stationed in southern Italy contracted COVID-19, which has killed more than 3,700 people worldwide including nearly 70 in the United States. Also read: US steps up coronavirus response, announces rate cut, shutdowns and curfews "A Sailor assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4) tested 'presumptive positive' for Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19), marking the first case for a sailor aboard a Navy ship," the Navy said in a statement on Sunday evening. The sailor was in quarantine at home, it said, adding that "personnel that the individual immediately identified having close contact with have been notified and are in self-isolation at their residences." Also see: Coronavirus chaos spreads globally, Trump declares US emergency The Navy said that the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention would need to confirm the positive result. The USS Boxer is currently in port at a naval base in San Diego, according to local media.

Coronavirus hits US Navy, sailor tests positive

COVID-19 killed a 78-year-old Italian man. The victim was hospitalized for an unrelated condition. 10 Italian cities are under lockdown. 3,300 villagers in Deceased"s village to be tested. 15 positive cases of COVID-19 in Lombardy. Around 50,000 people in Lombardy are asked to stay indoors.

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