The Union government said today that in view of COVID-19 cases declining steadily, new guidelines have been issued which will be effective from February 1. Watch: According to the new rules laid down by the government, all activities will be permitted outside containment zones including use of swimming pools, cinema halls, exhibition halls and social and religious gatherings subject to revised SOPs.

Government's new COVID-19 guidelines: Cinema halls allowed 50% per cent seating capacity

India's ministry of home affairs today announced graded relaxation of travel restrictions on Thursday after it had curtailed inward and outward movement of international passengers since February amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Indian government announces graded relaxation on international travel

Unlock 5.0 guidelines for reopening schools - After Uttar Pradesh and Sikkim reopened schools amid strict Unlock 5.0 guidelines, the Gujarat government is contemplating reopening schools in the state.

Unlock 5.0 News: After Uttar Pradesh, Sikkim, Gujarat government contemplates reopening schools, colleges