Russia announced new steps to prevent the spread of coronavirus on Monday, including closing its border with Belarus, but hopes to avoid taking "tougher measures".

Moscow has already shut its border with China and limited flights with Iran and South Korea. Russia announced last week it was limiting flights to the European Union.

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"Proactive preventative measures we already took in February have reduced the spread of the new coronavirus in Russia," Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin said.

Russia has recorded 63 cases of COVID-19 but no deaths, according to official figures.

"We should do all we can so that the situation does not develop like in other countries," Mishustin said.

The prime minister announced a task force was being created to lead Russia's response to the pandemic.

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A new 24-hour online alert system will alert Russians with updates via social media and a dedicated hotline will be active soon, the prime minister said.

"We are deliberately introducing all the current restrictions in order to avoid tougher measures in the future," he added.

Russians have been advised to avoid public transport during rush hour and shaking hands.

Last week Moscow said it was building a special medical centre inspired by a rapidly built Chinese facility to prevent the spread of the coronavirus.

Russia announced new steps to prevent the spread of coronavirus on Monday, including closing its border with Belarus, but hopes to avoid taking "tougher measures".

Russia announced new steps to prevent the spread of coronavirus on Monday, including closing its border with Belarus, but hopes to avoid taking "tougher measures". Moscow has already shut its border with China and limited flights with Iran and South Korea. Russia announced last week it was limiting flights to the European Union. Also Read: Russia-linked disinformation campaign fueling coronavirus alarm: US "Proactive preventative measures we already took in February have reduced the spread of the new coronavirus in Russia," Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin said. Russia has recorded 63 cases of COVID-19 but no deaths, according to official figures. "We should do all we can so that the situation does not develop like in other countries," Mishustin said. The prime minister announced a task force was being created to lead Russia's response to the pandemic. Also Read: Coronavirus Outbreak: Russia temporarily bans entry of Chinese nationals A new 24-hour online alert system will alert Russians with updates via social media and a dedicated hotline will be active soon, the prime minister said. "We are deliberately introducing all the current restrictions in order to avoid tougher measures in the future," he added. Russians have been advised to avoid public transport during rush hour and shaking hands. Last week Moscow said it was building a special medical centre inspired by a rapidly built Chinese facility to prevent the spread of the coronavirus.

Russia to launch task force to contain covid-19 pandemic

The Covid-19 outbreak has taken its toll on the Indian economy. Experts say that the outbreak can slow down the GDP growth by one per cent.

In fact, the economy can suffer a loss of Rs 20.72 lakh crore. &nbsp;The outbreak has hit businesses across 21 states of India.

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Industries across India are reeling under the deadly outbreak, which has led to a partial lockdown and social distancing.

The outbreak has taken a huge toll on the airline industry. This as tickets worth 15,000 crore rupees have been cancelled in the recent days.

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Hospitality industry suffered a 50 per cent loss in business as holiday-goers choose to stay home. The loss in terms of rupees is 27,300 crores.

Gems and jewellery firms in surat alone have suffered a loss of 8-thousand crore rupees. Poultry industry saw only 30 per cent sales and it has lost over 4,500 crore rupees in a month.

With the cancellation of shoots and closure of cinema halls, the film industry has so far suffered a loss of 600 crore rupees.

The negative trade impact of Coronavirus can pull down the GDP growth by 1 per cent. The Indian economy can suffer a loss of Rs 20.72 lakh crore.

Industries reel under outbreak

Airline: Tickets worth Rs 15,000 cr cancelled 
Hospitality: 50% loss in business 
Loss of Rs 27,300 crore 
Garment: 35% loss in business 
Garment: Loss of Rs 12,500 crore 
Gems &amp; jewellery: Firms in Surat suffer a loss of Rs 8,000 cr 
Consumer durables: 15% loss in business 
Poultry: Only 30% of sales 
Poultry: Loss of Rs 4,500 crores in a month 
Film industry: Loss of Rs 600 crore

The Covid-19 outbreak has taken its toll on the Indian economy. Experts say that the outbreak can slow down the GDP growth by one per cent. In fact, the economy can suffer a loss of Rs 20.

The Covid-19 outbreak has taken its toll on the Indian economy. Experts say that the outbreak can slow down the GDP growth by one per cent. In fact, the economy can suffer a loss of Rs 20.72 lakh crore. The outbreak has hit businesses across 21 states of India. Also read: Delhi's first covid-19 patient recovers successfully, hails medical facilities Industries across India are reeling under the deadly outbreak, which has led to a partial lockdown and social distancing. The outbreak has taken a huge toll on the airline industry. This as tickets worth 15,000 crore rupees have been cancelled in the recent days. Also read: Coronavirus cases in Maharashtra surge to 38 Hospitality industry suffered a 50 per cent loss in business as holiday-goers choose to stay home. The loss in terms of rupees is 27,300 crores. Gems and jewellery firms in surat alone have suffered a loss of 8-thousand crore rupees. Poultry industry saw only 30 per cent sales and it has lost over 4,500 crore rupees in a month. With the cancellation of shoots and closure of cinema halls, the film industry has so far suffered a loss of 600 crore rupees. The negative trade impact of Coronavirus can pull down the GDP growth by 1 per cent. The Indian economy can suffer a loss of Rs 20.72 lakh crore. Industries reel under outbreak Airline: Tickets worth Rs 15,000 cr cancelled Hospitality: 50% loss in business Loss of Rs 27,300 crore Garment: 35% loss in business Garment: Loss of Rs 12,500 crore Gems & jewellery: Firms in Surat suffer a loss of Rs 8,000 cr Consumer durables: 15% loss in business Poultry: Only 30% of sales Poultry: Loss of Rs 4,500 crores in a month Film industry: Loss of Rs 600 crore

COVID-19: Indian economy can suffer a loss of Rs 21 lakh crore

Here are well-known faces could be politicians, sports stars or celebrities, who have tested positive for the coronavirus.

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The Karnataka government on Thursday confirmed that Mohammad Hussain Siddiq died on Wednesday, the first death in India due to the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19).

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Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta has tested positive for the novel coronavirus, this has forced the first-team squad and the coaching staff into self-isolation.&nbsp;

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Mikel Arteta was disappointed by the results, he said: "This is really disappointing but I took the test after feeling poorly. I will be at work as soon as I’m allowed."

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Arteta's testing has forced Premier League to hold an emergency meeting on Friday to decide over the continuity of the league.&nbsp;

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The London based team has shut down two of its training centres for a deep clean, they said: "Our London Colney training centre has been closed after head coach Mikel Arteta received a positive COVID-19 result this evening."

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They released a statement after Arteta was tested positive: "Arsenal personnel who had recent close contact with Mikel will now self-isolate in line with Government health guidelines. We expect this to be a significant number of people from Colney, including the full first-team squad and coaching staff, as well as a smaller number of people from our Hale End Academy which we have also temporarily closed as a precaution."&nbsp;

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Thursday that the government was considering cancelling sporting events in the United Kingdom, but was not ready to do so yet.

But the news of Arteta's positive test could force the Premier League to cancel English top-flight matches.

Mikel Arteta is the second big name in the world of football to have tested positive, Juventus defender Daniele Rugani was tested positive on Thursday.&nbsp;

Earlier, Brendan Rodgers said that few players of Leicester City showed signs of coronavirus, and have been "kept away from the squad".

Spanish giants Real Madrid on Thursday stated that all the members of their squad have been quarantined after a member of Real Madrid's basketball team was tested positive for coronavirus. Since Real Madrid's basketball and football team share the same facility in Ciudad Real Madrid, the club has taken a precautionary step and quarantined the members of basketball and football team on immediate basis.

UEFA Champions League, Europa League face major cancellation threat. Serie A and La Liga have suspended their play for a brief moment to contain the outbreak and it seems like Premier League might just be the next target.&nbsp;

Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta has tested positive for the novel coronavirus, this has forced the first-team squad and the coaching staff into self-isolation. Also read: Leicester players show symptoms of coronavirus, confirms Brendan Rodgers Mikel Arteta was disappointed by the results, he said: "This is really disappointing but I took the test after feeling poorly.

Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta has tested positive for the novel coronavirus, this has forced the first-team squad and the coaching staff into self-isolation. Also read: Leicester players show symptoms of coronavirus, confirms Brendan Rodgers Mikel Arteta was disappointed by the results, he said: "This is really disappointing but I took the test after feeling poorly. I will be at work as soon as I’m allowed." Also read: Coronavirus effect on football: Real Madrid players quarantined; major doubts over UEFA Champions League match against Man City Arteta's testing has forced Premier League to hold an emergency meeting on Friday to decide over the continuity of the league. The Premier League will convene an emergency club meeting tomorrow morning regarding fixtures after Mikel Arteta tested positive for COVID-19 Statement: https://t.co/ofi5DhIQZM pic.twitter.com/RmnxRHXooz — Premier League (@premierleague) March 12, 2020 × The London based team has shut down two of its training centres for a deep clean, they said: "Our London Colney training centre has been closed after head coach Mikel Arteta received a positive COVID-19 result this evening." 🚨 Clarification Along with #AFCU23 v Tottenham Hotspur at Boreham Wood on Friday, the games involving #AFCU16 and #AFCU18 at Colney on Saturday have also been postponed. pic.twitter.com/WRfFIxpaYZ — Arsenal Academy (@ArsenalAcademy) March 13, 2020 × They released a statement after Arteta was tested positive: "Arsenal personnel who had recent close contact with Mikel will now self-isolate in line with Government health guidelines. We expect this to be a significant number of people from Colney, including the full first-team squad and coaching staff, as well as a smaller number of people from our Hale End Academy which we have also temporarily closed as a precaution." British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Thursday that the government was considering cancelling sporting events in the United Kingdom, but was not ready to do so yet. But the news of Arteta's positive test could force the Premier League to cancel English top-flight matches. Mikel Arteta is the second big name in the world of football to have tested positive, Juventus defender Daniele Rugani was tested positive on Thursday. Earlier, Brendan Rodgers said that few players of Leicester City showed signs of coronavirus, and have been "kept away from the squad". Spanish giants Real Madrid on Thursday stated that all the members of their squad have been quarantined after a member of Real Madrid's basketball team was tested positive for coronavirus. Since Real Madrid's basketball and football team share the same facility in Ciudad Real Madrid, the club has taken a precautionary step and quarantined the members of basketball and football team on immediate basis. UEFA Champions League, Europa League face major cancellation threat. Serie A and La Liga have suspended their play for a brief moment to contain the outbreak and it seems like Premier League might just be the next target.

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta tested positive for coronavirus, Premier League to hold emergency meeting

The Czech Republic closed its borders for travellers arriving from Germany and Austria and on Thursday also banned the entry of foreigners arriving from other risky countries to prevent an outbreak of coronavirus.

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The Karnataka government on Thursday confirmed that Mohammad Hussain Siddiq died on Wednesday, it is the first death in India from the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19). India has confirmed 81 cases of coronavirus.

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An Italian actor Luca Franzese, who appeared in the TV drama "Gomora", posted a heartbreaking video pleading for the help of his sister's body, who died of coronavirus, seen in the background.

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Sophie Trudeau, the wife of Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, has tested positive for the novel Coronavirus. Following medical advice, the Prime Minister's wife is currently in isolation.

Canadian Prime Minister's wife Sophie Trudeau tests positive for COVID-19

As the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 (Coronavirus) as a pandemic, all governments across the world advice to step out only for food & medical supplies until the situation gets in the grip.

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India reported its first death due to coronavirus on Thursday as the number of positive cases rose to 74, with authorities taking emergency measures to close schools, colleges and cinema halls in the national capital and prevent its spread.

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76-yr old man dies, India confirms its first-ever death of COVID-19 from Karnataka

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Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia recently declared in a press conference that any of the sports activities including Indian Premier League (IPL) won't take place in Delhi due to COVID-19 outbreak.

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Iran seeks the first International Monetary Fund loan in 6 decades. The satellite images show mass graves in Iran. Was Iran slow in isolating itself from China?

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US leading immunologist Dr Manohan recently painted a worrying picture. He said, "The United States is failing on testing, 70-150 Million Americans could be infected".

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In this video watch, China health commission briefs media over Coronavirus outbreak in the country. Global death toll already has reached 5000.

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In this video, watch what Indian economist & Chief Economic Advisor Krishnamurthy Subramanian says on global stock market historic fall!

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We are deeply concerned both by the alarming levels of spread and severity and by the alarming levels of inaction, WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said.

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Shortly after the World Health Organization (WHO) called the coronavirus outbreak a "pandemic", US President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced that his country has suspended all travel from Europe for 30 days due to the deadly virus.

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Around the world scientists and pandemic, forecasters are working frantically to predict how Covid-19 will pan out and when will it peak. A new model suggests that even if cases dip during the hotter summer months, the numbers can rise again once winters set in.

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