Special adviser to the Pakistan Prime Minister on Health Zafar Mirza said on Monday that he has tested positive for the coronavirus, Geo News reported. Mirza made the announcement on Twitter, where he said that upon medical advice, he is self-isolating at home and taking all the precautions.

Pakistan's Health Minister Zafar Mirza contracts coronavirus

Following India's steps, Pakistan convened a video conference of health ministers from the SAARC countries. Dr. Rajiv Garg, Director General of Health Services, represented the Government of India. The meeting was intended to be a ministerial-level interaction but most member states chose to send ministers instead.

COVID-19 Pandemic: Pakistan convenes SAARC Health Ministers' meet

The Supreme Court of Pakistan has called out the Pakistan govt for its negligence. The top court has demanded the ouster of the Health Advisor to Pak PM Dr. Zafar Mirza. But Imran Khan is still seeking loan waivers and additional funds. Where is the Pakistan govt spending its relief money? WION's Palki Sharma gets you a report.

Gravitas: Top Court in Pakistan wants health adviser removed | Wuhan Coronavirus

Pakistan's top court has asked the government to remove Health Minister Zafar Mirza over his incapability of handling the coronavirus cases in the country. Watch report:

Pakistan SC seeks Health Minister's removal: Mirza unable to handle COVID-19 crisis