The United Kingdom (UK) government is expected to unveil plans to ease the lockdown in the country. The UK government will be revealing the plan this week. This is after the Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced that the country, which was one of the worst-hit by coronavirus, is past the peak of the outbreak.

UK government to come up with a post-lockdown plan soon

Bangladesh plans to extend the nationwide shutdown until May 15 as the novel coronavirus claimed five more lives in the last 24 hours, taking the total number of COVID-19 fatalities in the country to 175.

Bangladesh plans to extend shutdown as COVID-19 death toll rises to 175

As United Kingdom (UK) battles against the spread of coronavirus, Boris Johnson's government will have to gear up for a lawsuit against the government. Owner of Jota Aviation, Simon Dolan has decided to file a lawsuit against the government if the lockdown restrictions are not eased.

UK millionaire to take legal action against the government for crippling economy

After battling coronavirus, China has opened the lockdown for its citizens. Following that, there were May Day celebrations throughout the country. Shanghai, in particular, recorded a footfall of over 1 million visitors in the first two days of the five-day May Day holiday.

Shanghai sees over 1 million visitors on May Day

American authorities approved an experimental drug for emergency use on coronavirus patients, as more US states eased pandemic lockdowns despite another spike in deaths from the disease.

US approves Remdesivir as several states ease lockdown

Prasar Bharati has announced that All India Radio (AIR) will broadcast a series of short stories by legendary author Ruskin Bond. The tales will be read by the writer himself.

'Bonding over the Radio' : Ruskin Bond goes on air to recite famous tales

As the nation moves into lockdown 3.0, Varanasi's District Magistrate Kaushal Raj Sharma has issued a statement keeping in mind the needs of the public and their safety.

Varanasi to follow roster-based system for opening shops

A migrant worker was cycling back to his hometown in Uttar Pradesh from Maharashtra, but died midway on Friday. He started his journey from Bhiwandi, but was found in an unconscious state in Madhya Pradesh`s Barwani town.

Migrant worker cycles from Maharashtra to UP; dies mid-way

Three policemen tested positive for coronavirus in Mumbai. These policemen were stationed outside Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray's personal residence, Matoshree.

Three cops stationed outside Uddhav Thackeray's house test positive

Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Saturday hailed the central government`s decision to extend the nationwide lockdown by two more weeks. "I welcome the decision by Modi government to extend the lockdown by two more weeks, which is in line with Goa's request.

Welcome lockdown extension: Goa CM

The government has announced lockdown extension for two weeks till May 17. The Union Home Ministry has also come out with the new lockdown guidelines in this regard.

India extends its lockdown for 2 weeks with relaxations in Red, Orange and green zones

Although the daily death toll fell to its lowest in the past one month, New York officials have decided to keep all state schools shut till the end of the academic year.

'We must protect our children': New York governor announces schools to stay closed this year

A special rescue flight took off from Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport in Amritsar for United Kingdom (UK). The flight was a joint initiative of the UK and Indian government to help the UK nationals stranded in India.

Special flight rescues 271 stranded UK nationals from Amritsar

As the lockdown was extended for the second time, a lot of people were worried about their railway bookings. While it has been made clear that refunds and re-schedulings will be processed by the officials, Railway Ministry, on Saturday, requested people to not book tickets till May 17.

'Do not visit railway stations': Ministry clarifies on running of special trains

Singapore has recorded 447 new positive coronavirus cases, Singapore's health ministry on Saturday confirmed. This is the country's smallest rise in the past two weeks.

'We are not out of the woods': Singapore government warns people

Anti-lockdown demonstrations in Unite States of America. Governors reel under huge pressure. Watch this video to know more.

Anti-lockdown demonstrations in US, governors reel under huge pressure

People across the United Kingdom joined in a round of applause on Thursday (April 30) to thank National Health Service (NHS) staff and key workers on the front line of the coronavirus crisis.

Millions around UK pay tribute to key workers with applause

British World War Two veteran Captain Tom Moore, who has become a national hero after raising millions for the health service, celebrated his 100th birthday on Thursday (April 30) with a promotion, military flypasts and a message from the prime minister.

Cake-makers get creative to celebrate Captain Tom Moore's 100th birthday

Oprah Winfrey and Julia Roberts join a whole host of celebrities uniting in one global, 24-hour livestreamed event on Friday (May 1) to celebrate acts of humanity and provided guidance and solidarity in the coronavirus times.

Oprah, Julia Roberts and others 'Call to Unite' in 24-hour global livestream event

A Paris bakery losing 40 percent of its trade during the coronavirus lockdown is staying alive thanks to their French customers' love for baguettes and weakness for pastries.

Baguettes boost spirits for Paris bakery battered by lockdown

For patients in the critical care unit of Chile's San Borja Arriaran Hospital, recovery means long and lonely days in quarantine, cut off from contact with friends and family due to the coronavirus pandemic. But one critical care nurse is bringing tears of joy and moments of happiness to some of those patients through a pen pal letter writing program she started for them.

Pen pal letters bring joy to patients cut off from visits due to coronavirus restrictions

After some relief in country's coronavirus cases, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban lifted some restrictions in the country, except Budapest. However, the Prime Minister has now urged the public to exercise caution and has warned against a second-wave of the coronavirus.

The virus has not gone away, we have only won some time: Hungarian PM warns people

With 619 total positive coronavirus cases and 7 deaths, Sri Lanka has been subject to economic and health problems since it began the nationwide lockdown. As the country is trying to fight the war against the virus, the island is also facing political disturbances.

Sri Lanka in financial crisis as Parliament shuts due to coronavirus

Silicon Valley billionaires Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg offered duelling views on lockdown measures designed to slow the spread of the coronavirus on Wednesday, with Facebook’s Zuckerberg endorsing the measures while tesla’s musk condemned them as anti-democratic.

It is Elon Musk vs Mark Zuckerberg! Billionaires clash with different opinions on lockdown

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