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

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

Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged the people of India to stay at home. Today India enters into day 2 of this 21-days lockdown. Despite the PM's address and based on the numerous reports of people not obeying lockdown clearly shows that people of India are not serious. Watch report:

Indians still not taking lockdown seriously: Police being assaulted in India

The Coronavirus cases in Italy seems to have stabilized over the past few days. The infection rate fell to a record low of 7.5%, giving hope that the worst is possibly over. Watch report:

7,503 COVID-19 deaths in Italy and 74,000 infected

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is addressed the media on March 26 on an economic bailout package to tide over the impact of coronavirus. Watch the video for more information:

Indian Finance Minister announce 1.70 lakh cr COVID-19 stimulus package for India

South Korea has become home to the world’s largest coronavirus outbreak outside China. As a result, the government in Seoul has developed an app that can monitor citizens on lockdown. The app is developed by the Ministry of the Interior and Safety. It will also use GPS to keep track of their location to make sure they are not breaking their quarantine.

COVID-19: South Korea develops self-quarantine app to monitor location for travellers

India is under complete lockdown and with the restriction measures in place, the elderly are among the most vulnerable. The government has failed to offer any solution yet and it is now up to the community to lend a helping hand. Watch report

COVID-19 shutdown makes elderly vulnerable

The World Health Organization has said that the United States could now be emerging as the new epicenter of the coronavirus. In the last 24 hours, the US has recorded 11,000 fresh cases and more than 200 people have lost their lives.

Coronavirus infected cases in US near 56,000

India's efforts are being appreciated worldwide. Those who are working tirelessly in the country are being discriminated against their very own. Today we bring you two cases where heroes are being shunned.

COVID-19 heroes facing discrimination, harassment: Doctors, airline crew being ostracized

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

The death toll in Italy has witnessed a spike yet again. Italy has reported 743 new deaths in the last 24 hours. Similarly, France has seen a big leap in the number of deaths due to the COVID-19 in the last 24 hours. With new 240 deaths, the death toll in France stand at 1,100.

Italy reports 743 new coronavirus deaths, France death toll reaches 1,100

A major armed attack took place on a gurudwara in Kabul today. The Afghan government has blamed the Haqqani network for the attack. It said that the Indian mission in Kabul was their target. Watch report:

WION ground report: India condemns Kabul gurudwara attack

11 dead in terror attack on Gurudwara in Kabul: Haqqani network behind the attack

WION has learned that the G20 nations will be holding an emergency virtual summit on March 26 and the agenda will be - how to tackle the coronavirus outbreak. The countries are expected to form a joint strategy to tackle the outbreak. The meet will be chaired by Saudi King Salman.

G20 leaders to hold virtual meeting tomorrow on coronavirus Pandemic

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

US President Donald Trump called for the protection of Asian Americans after charges that his use of the term "Chinese virus" had aggravated a backlash. Watch report:

Donald Trump: Spreading of coronavirus not fault of Asian Americans

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres requested countries across the world to lay down their weapons in support of the bigger battle against COVID-19. He called for an immediate global ceasefire in all corners of the world. He said, "It is time to put the armed conflict on lockdown and focus together on the true fight of our lives.”

UN Chief calls for Global ceasefire amid coronavirus outbreak: Focus on true fight of lives

1 out of 3 people may not show any symptoms of coronavirus ar all if they are COVID-19 positive. According to the latest study if left undiagnosed these may start another wave of coronavirus cases. Watch report:

Coronavirus Pandemic: 1 out of 3 Coronavirus cases show no symptoms

As the number of coronavirus cases continues to surge in India one of the big questions facing the healthcare system in India is the supply of an adequate number of medical equipment. Watch report:

Will India face shortage of ventilators: 40,000 ventilators for 1.3 billion Indians

A cured Indian coronavirus patient has shared a video on Twitter explaining his experience. The story gives us hope of positivity and sets an example of how we can fight back if we take the required precautions. Watch report:

Amit Kapoor, recovered COVID-19 patient shares his story

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

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

PM Modi's 2nd address on COVID-19 today at 8PM

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

Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with major media personnel in the country and discussed the media's role in the coronavirus outbreak.

PM Modi interacts with Media houses through video conferencing, COVID-19

Every year we are hearing reports of people disregarding symptoms and flaunting health advisories. Many do not realize how dangerous this infection can be. One patient in Britain narrates her ordeal from the hospital bed.

COVID-19 patient narrates her ordeal from hospital bed: Every breath is a battle

UK tourists in Italy blasted their government's 'pitiful' response to the coronavirus crisis after passengers who were travelling to Italian cities that are hit by the outbreak stated that they had been left with no official safety advice. Though other nations are preparing restrictions on travel to Italy, Downing Street insists that Britain is 'well prepared' for an outbreak. The affected nation of Italy has also increased its efforts to contain the virus after a huge spike in cases, with 229 diagnoses confirmed and 7 dead.

50,000 citizens have been reportedly placed in lockdown by shutting off more than a dozen towns and cancelling public events. British tourists returning from the worst-hit northern regions of Lombardy and Veneto are reportedly told to self-quarantine at home. Panic has been sparked across Europe after the Italian outbreak, with trains and buses carrying Italian passengers across borders halted after those on board reported symptoms.&nbsp;

Austria has threatened to close its borders if suspected carries tried entering from Italy, while Ireland and Serbia advised citizens not to travel to the affected areas in the north of the country. The EU has announced a £195 million rescue plan, insisting that it does not plan on closing the Schengen travel zone to stop the spread.

Draconian measures have been launched by the Italian government to stop the spread while they desperately search for 'patient zero' – the unknown carrier at the centre of the spike of cases. Many UK tourists have reportedly cancelled trips over fears they could be trapped in Italy if the situation worsens.&nbsp;

Ryanair, Easyjet and other airlines stated that flights would go ahead pending any official advice, adding that travellers were not entitled to refunds. 35 roads surrounding a cluster of towns in the Lombardy region of northern Italy have been shut down which is reportedly the epicentre of the outbreak in Italy.

Attempts to leave the area were squashed by the Italian government with three-month prison sentences.&nbsp;

Veneto, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Piemonte and Emilia-Romagna regions have also reported confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus. Boris Johnson was criticised by Professor John Ashton, former Regional Director of Public Health in north-west England, for not articulating Britain's response to any future outbreaks.

UK tourists in Italy blasted their government's 'pitiful' response to the coronavirus crisis after passengers who were travelling to Italian cities that are hit by the outbreak stated that they had been left with no official safety advice.

UK tourists in Italy blasted their government's 'pitiful' response to the coronavirus crisis after passengers who were travelling to Italian cities that are hit by the outbreak stated that they had been left with no official safety advice. Though other nations are preparing restrictions on travel to Italy, Downing Street insists that Britain is 'well prepared' for an outbreak. The affected nation of Italy has also increased its efforts to contain the virus after a huge spike in cases, with 229 diagnoses confirmed and 7 dead. 50,000 citizens have been reportedly placed in lockdown by shutting off more than a dozen towns and cancelling public events. British tourists returning from the worst-hit northern regions of Lombardy and Veneto are reportedly told to self-quarantine at home. Panic has been sparked across Europe after the Italian outbreak, with trains and buses carrying Italian passengers across borders halted after those on board reported symptoms. Austria has threatened to close its borders if suspected carries tried entering from Italy, while Ireland and Serbia advised citizens not to travel to the affected areas in the north of the country. The EU has announced a £195 million rescue plan, insisting that it does not plan on closing the Schengen travel zone to stop the spread. Draconian measures have been launched by the Italian government to stop the spread while they desperately search for 'patient zero' – the unknown carrier at the centre of the spike of cases. Many UK tourists have reportedly cancelled trips over fears they could be trapped in Italy if the situation worsens. Ryanair, Easyjet and other airlines stated that flights would go ahead pending any official advice, adding that travellers were not entitled to refunds. 35 roads surrounding a cluster of towns in the Lombardy region of northern Italy have been shut down which is reportedly the epicentre of the outbreak in Italy. Attempts to leave the area were squashed by the Italian government with three-month prison sentences. Veneto, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Piemonte and Emilia-Romagna regions have also reported confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus. Boris Johnson was criticised by Professor John Ashton, former Regional Director of Public Health in north-west England, for not articulating Britain's response to any future outbreaks.

'Pitiful' response from UK government slammed by British nationals travelling to Italy amid coronavirus outbreak

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