2 officials of the Pak High Commission in New Delhi have been expelled for spying on Indian security installations. WION's Palki Sharma gets you the details of the operation.

Gravitas: Pak's 'Spy diplomats' caught red-handed

Moody’s Investors Service on Monday downgraded India’s sovereign rating to ‘Baa3’ from ‘Baa2

Moody’s downgrades India’s sovereign rating

Indian authorities have caught two Pakistani High Commission officials spying in India. Their officials named Abid Hussain and Muhammad Tahir were using fake Aadhaar cards. Watch report.

Pak officials caught spying: Using fake Aadhaar cards

In a major conversation and an official statement from Chinese ambassador to India Sun Weidong states that 'India and China are not a threat to each other' and both respect each others integrity and sovereignty which is paramount.

Chinese Envoy to India: We are not a threat to each other

Indian authorities are helping farmers mount a pesticide spraying campaign to fight the swarms of desert locusts which have already devastated crops across Pakistan and East Africa.

No quick fix solution to the Locust menace

Delhi on Tuesday recorded its highest temperature of the season as the mercury crossed 47 degrees Celsius-mark in Palam area, the India Meteorological Department said.

Hottest day in Delhi in 18 years: Recorded temperature 47 degree celsius

The Northern part of India will continue to feel the scorching sun till May 29 as the temperature is likely to be above 45 degrees Celsius in most of the places for the next few days, said the India Meteorological Department (IMD).

WION Dispatch: Temperature in parts of North India surpass 45 degrees

While India battles the coronavirus pandemic, four Indian states — Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Punjab and Gujarat — are also confronting another challenge — a desert locust attack.

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While addressing the Parliament, Nepal Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli blamed India for the spread of coronavirus in the neighbouring countries and said the virus from India is more lethal than the Chinese and Italian ones.

Nepal PM: Indian virus more lethal than Chinese and Italian

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Gravitas: After Map Fixing, Nepal PM blames India for coronavirus spread

Cyclone Amphan turned in to a "super cyclonic storm" on May 18. Two states- Bengal and Odisha - have been alerted over the storm, which is expected to make landfall in Bengal on May 20. Watch report.

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In a major development announced by FM, the government will now allocate an additional Rs 40,000 crores to MGNREGS to provide employment boost.

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National Institute of Virology, Pune has successfully developed the 1st indigenous anti-SARS-CoV-2 human IgG ELISA test kit for antibody detection of #COVID19 . This robust test will play a critical role in surveillance of proportion of population exposed to #SARSCoV2 infection

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PM Modi to discuss COVID-19 crisis with CM's at 3 pm via Video-conferencing India is currently under its third phase of lockdown that will going to end on May 17th, but prior that, Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi to hold meeting with Chief Ministers of Different states to discuss current situation of the pandemic.

PM Modi to discuss COVID-19 crisis with CM's at 3 pm via Video-conferencing

<p>In a tragic incident, at least eight people, including a child, have been killed with over 800 rushed to emergency services following the toxic gas leak at a pharmaceutical chemical plant in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh on Thursday. Indian sports fraternity led by cricket captain Virat Kohli extended their heartfelt condolences to the families affected in the Vizag gas leak incident.</p>

<p>Besides Kohli, the likes of Ravichandran Ashwin, Rishabh Pant, Yuvraj Singh, Shikhar Dhawan and Umesh Yadav among others, also tweeted about the incident while expressing condolences to the ones affected.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"My condolences to the families who lost their loved ones in the #VizagGasLeak. Praying for everyone affected and recovering in the hospital," Kohli tweeted.</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/nine-killed-and-over-300-hospitalised-after-vizag-pharma-gas-leak-297117" hreflang="en">Nine killed and over 300 hospitalised after Vizag pharma gas leak</a></strong></p>

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<p>"Really unfortunate news of the #VizagGasLeak claiming lives and affecting many others. My deepest condolences to the family members of those deceased and praying for the quick recovery of those affected. Stay strong and safe Vizag," Yuvraj tweeted.</p>

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<p>"A gas tragedy now??? Omg.. The visuals are so disturbing. God !!! Please have mercy," Ashwin wrote on Twitter.</p>

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<p>Meanwhile, South Korean battery maker LG Chemical Ltd’s owner of the facility said the gas leak has been brought under control.</p>

<p>"We are looking into the exact damages, cause of the death and details of the incident," the company said in a statement.</p>

<p>Whereas, Andhra Pradesh DGP, Damodar Goutam Sawang said that gas has been neutralized and around 800 were shifted to hospital.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“Right now gas has been neutralised. One of the antidote is drinking a lot of water. Around 800 were shifted to hospital, many have been discharged. An investigation will be carried out to see how this happened,” Andhra Pradesh DGP Damodar Goutam Sawang said.</p>

<p>“Vizag Gas Leak is an accident. They were strictly following all protocols. Investigation underway. Forensic teams are also being sent to the spot,” he added.</p>

<p>As per reports, the gas leakage occurred around 3 am at the LG Polymers industry at RR Venkatapuram near Naiduthota area close to Gopalapatnam. Residents, near the chemical gas plant, reported burning sensation in their eyes and difficulty in breathing, officials said.</p>

<p>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi prayed for everyone’s safety and well-being while stating that he has spoken to officials at the Home Affairs ministry and the NDMA regarding the incident.<br />
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In a tragic incident, at least eight people, including a child, have been killed with over 800 rushed to emergency services following the toxic gas leak at a pharmaceutical chemical plant in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh on Thursday.

In a tragic incident, at least eight people, including a child, have been killed with over 800 rushed to emergency services following the toxic gas leak at a pharmaceutical chemical plant in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh on Thursday. Indian sports fraternity led by cricket captain Virat Kohli extended their heartfelt condolences to the families affected in the Vizag gas leak incident. Besides Kohli, the likes of Ravichandran Ashwin, Rishabh Pant, Yuvraj Singh, Shikhar Dhawan and Umesh Yadav among others, also tweeted about the incident while expressing condolences to the ones affected. "My condolences to the families who lost their loved ones in the #VizagGasLeak. Praying for everyone affected and recovering in the hospital," Kohli tweeted. ALSO READ: Nine killed and over 300 hospitalised after Vizag pharma gas leak My condolences to the families who lost their loved ones in the #VizagGasLeak. Praying for everyone affected and recovering in the hospital. — Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) May 7, 2020 × "Really unfortunate news of the #VizagGasLeak claiming lives and affecting many others. My deepest condolences to the family members of those deceased and praying for the quick recovery of those affected. Stay strong and safe Vizag," Yuvraj tweeted. Really unfortunate news of the #VizagGasLeak claiming lives and affecting many others. My deepest condolences to the family members of those deceased and praying for the quick recovery of those affected. Stay strong and safe Vizag — yuvraj singh (@YUVSTRONG12) May 7, 2020 × "A gas tragedy now??? Omg.. The visuals are so disturbing. God !!! Please have mercy," Ashwin wrote on Twitter. A gas tragedy now??? Omg.. The visuals are so disturbing. God !!! Please have mercy — lets stay indoors India 🇮🇳 (@ashwinravi99) May 7, 2020 × Praying for everyone affected in Vizag. Condolences to the bereaved families #VizagGasLeak — Umesh Yaadav (@y_umesh) May 7, 2020 × Shocked to hear about the #VizagGasLeak, I feel bad for all who lost their life. My heartfelt condolences to their family and loved ones. Let's all pray for the well-being in Visakhapatnam. — Shikhar Dhawan (@SDhawan25) May 7, 2020 × Visuals which are coming out from Vizag are very disturbing. My deepest condolences to the families of the victims and wishing a speedy recovery to those who are hospitalised #VizagGasLeak — Rishabh Pant (@RishabhPant17) May 7, 2020 × Disturbing to hear about the #VizagGasLeak. Hope affected people recover soon and my condolences to the families who lost their loved ones. Stay safe Vizag! — Kidambi Srikanth (@srikidambi) May 7, 2020 × Meanwhile, South Korean battery maker LG Chemical Ltd’s owner of the facility said the gas leak has been brought under control. "We are looking into the exact damages, cause of the death and details of the incident," the company said in a statement. Whereas, Andhra Pradesh DGP, Damodar Goutam Sawang said that gas has been neutralized and around 800 were shifted to hospital. “Right now gas has been neutralised. One of the antidote is drinking a lot of water. Around 800 were shifted to hospital, many have been discharged. An investigation will be carried out to see how this happened,” Andhra Pradesh DGP Damodar Goutam Sawang said. “Vizag Gas Leak is an accident. They were strictly following all protocols. Investigation underway. Forensic teams are also being sent to the spot,” he added. As per reports, the gas leakage occurred around 3 am at the LG Polymers industry at RR Venkatapuram near Naiduthota area close to Gopalapatnam. Residents, near the chemical gas plant, reported burning sensation in their eyes and difficulty in breathing, officials said. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi prayed for everyone’s safety and well-being while stating that he has spoken to officials at the Home Affairs ministry and the NDMA regarding the incident.

Vizag gas leak: From Virat Kohli to Yuvraj Singh, sports fraternity extend condolences to families affected

Independent India's largest evacuation effort is all set to begin to get back its citizen stranded abroad due to coronavirus crisis. As many as 1,92,000 people will be evacuated in the first phase of the exercise starting May 7th with the focus being on the gulf.

India's largest overseas evacuation to bring back 1.92 lakh nationals

India's lead counsel on the Kulbhushan Jadhav case, Harish Salve, on Saturday said that he might have to move the International Court of Justice (ICJ) to get direction for Pakistan to implement the court's judgement of the case.

India might have to hear to ICJ again

India's Central Bank or Reserve Bank Of India in a move to support the capital market of the nation which is currently facing liquidity crunch due to ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic announces support of rs 50,000 crore.

RBI announces Rs 50,000 crore liquidity support to mutual funds

In a piece of good news for millions of farmers, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on April 15 that India is likely to have a normal monsoon in 2020.

IMD: India to have normal monsoon in 2020

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

21 -day complete lockdown in India has been imposed by PM Narendra Modi which will be effective from today. Never in contemporary time, this level of this lockdown has been announced in India. Watch this video to know what all are exempted from lockdown.

COVID-19: What all is exempted from 21-day lockdown in India

India has also developed an indigenous testing kit for spotting the COVID-19 infection. The kit is said to be simple and cheap and has also received the approval from the top medical virology research bodies in the country. Watch report:

India develops COVID-19 testing kits: Govt, private labs to receive kits within weeks

PM Narendra Modi on March 24 in his address announced a complete 21-day lockdown in India. However, essential services like, medical, hospitals, vegetables, milk, etc. If a person violates the lockdown the punishment can be up to 2 years in jail.

India goes under total lockdown for 21-days, Essentials exempted from lockdown | COVID-19

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

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced on March 24 that the Indian government has set aside 15,000 Cr rupees. PM Modi admitted that the economy will have to pay a price but saving lives should pay precedents over everything.

India imposes 21-day total lockdown, PM announces 15,000 Cr COVID-19 fund

<p>A total of 17 positive cases of coronavirus has been confirmed in Haryana, according to a government official.</p>

<p>"A total of 461 samples were sent for COVID-19 testing, of which 17 were found positive and 336 samples were tested negative," said an official.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/mahabharata-battle-won-in-18-days-war-against-covid-19-will-take-21-days-pm-modi-288468" hreflang="en">Mahabharata battle won in 18 days, war against COVID-19 will take 21 days: PM Modi</a></p>

<p>Informing about the breakup of the 17 cases, the official added, "In Faridabad, two cases, 10 cases in Gurugram, one in Palwal, two in Panipat and one in Sonepat were confirmed positive for coronavirus.</p>

<p>According to a recent update by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, a total of 562 positive cases of coronavirus have been confirmed in the country.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-modi-union-ministers-follow-social-distancing-protocol-during-cabinet-meeting-288390" hreflang="en">PM Modi, Union ministers follow social distancing protocol during cabinet meeting&nbsp;</a></p>


A total of 17 positive cases of coronavirus has been confirmed in Haryana, according to a government official. "A total of 461 samples were sent for COVID-19 testing, of which 17 were found positive and 336 samples were tested negative," said an official.

A total of 17 positive cases of coronavirus has been confirmed in Haryana, according to a government official. "A total of 461 samples were sent for COVID-19 testing, of which 17 were found positive and 336 samples were tested negative," said an official. Also read: Mahabharata battle won in 18 days, war against COVID-19 will take 21 days: PM Modi Informing about the breakup of the 17 cases, the official added, "In Faridabad, two cases, 10 cases in Gurugram, one in Palwal, two in Panipat and one in Sonepat were confirmed positive for coronavirus. According to a recent update by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, a total of 562 positive cases of coronavirus have been confirmed in the country. Also read: PM Modi, Union ministers follow social distancing protocol during cabinet meeting

17 COVID-19 cases confirmed in Haryana

The Jammu and Kashmir authorities on Tuesday (March 24) revoked the Public Safety Act slapped against the National Conference leader and former Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and released him from house arrest. Booked under the stringent Public Safety Act (PSA), Omar Abdullah has been kept under detention ever since the Centre abrogated Article 370 that gave special status to the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir on August 5, 2019. He has been under detention for the past seven months at Srinagar's Hari Nivas.

Ex-J&K CM Omar Abdullah to be released after 7 months of detention

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be addressing the nation at 8 PM on March 24 on the situation arising out of coronavirus outbreak and the efforts being taken to combat it.

PM Modi to address the nation at 8 PM IST on vital aspects of COVID-19

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