In the battle against the coronavirus in Brazil, authorities in Rio de Janeiro imposed a mandatory use of masks for people walking on streets or using public transportation services. According to local media reports, only homemade and common masks are made compulsory for the public while professionals masks are kept for medical workers only to avoid any shortages.

Even statues in Brazil wear face masks amid coronavirus outbreak

Scientists in Britain began clinical trials of a potential COVID-19 vaccine on Thursday (April 23) as other vaccine developers across Europe also stepped up work on experimental shots against the disease caused by the new coronavirus.

Coronavirus potential vaccine human trials begin in UK

The UK has till now reported 18,000 COVID-19 deaths according to official figures but a study now suggests that the actual number might be double the official count. According to the report by the Financial Times, the coronavirus has already killed 41,000 people. Watch report.

UK's official COVID-19 death toll is above 18,000: Study shows high discrepancies in death toll

Speaking to our diplomatic correspondent Sidhant Sibal, envoy Sanjay Kumar Verma said Japanese PM Abe has "expressed his respect for PM Modi for demonstrating leadership in the South Asian region such as by hosting summit by video conference". He added, that Indian and Japanese scientist are in touch with each other for a solution to the COVID-19 crisis.

WION Exclusive: Indian envoy to Japan speaks with WION

Palestinians in Gaza this year are facing the prospect of celebrations without the usual large gatherings for family meals or evening prayers, known as Tarawih. Palestinian officials have ordered the closure of schools, wedding halls, restaurants and mosques, sending tens of thousands into unemployment.

Palestinians in Gaza complete Ramzan shopping

Cops in Tamil Nadu stopped three young men who were travelling on a single bike without mask. Tamil Nadu police did a prank, which they are unlikely to forget for the rest of their lives.

Tamil Nadu police goes extra, pranks lockdown violators to teach a lesson

Watch today in 'WION In Focus': Some Stories Related To Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic.

WION In Focus: Some Stories Related To Coronavirus Pandemic | COVID-19 | Coronavirus News

Lav Agarwal, Joint Secretary, Health Ministry said in press briefing, In last 24 hours, 1684 COVID-19 positive cases have been reported which takes our total confirmed case to 23,077. Our recovery rate is 20.57%.

Indian Health Ministry: 1,684 new COVID-19 cases in last 24 hours

The coronavirus is becoming a major threat to the European Union. Major European economies have been ravaged by the crisis but the EU leaders are still unable to agree on an adequate relief package. In this segment of WION, WION has partnered with Deutsche Welle to bring updates on the story.

EU leaders meet halfway on recovery fund | WION-Deutsche Welle Partnership

Speaking to our diplomatic correspondent Sidhant Sibal, Russian envoy to India Nikolay Kudashev lauded India's "Comprehensive efforts" that resulted in significant "decrease in the rate of infection". Incidentally, Russian FM Sergey Lavrov and Indian FM S Jaishankar spoke on COVID-19 crisis during which the upcoming BRICS FM Video meet, that is to take place on 28th of April was also discussed.

Russian envoy to India Nikolay Kudashev speaks to WION

During this pandemic, fake news is spreading like wildfire in Europe. Several reports are pointing fingers at Russia - accusing the Russian media, trolls and blogs for spreading fake news. WION's Executive Editor Palki Sharma Upadhyay tells you more.

Gravitas: Russia disinformation campaign in Europe? | Wuhan Coronavirus

A french school for stunt performers has come up with the #CUCchallenge that is going viral on social media. WION's Executive Editor Palki Sharma Upadhyay gets you a report.

Gravitas: Coronavirus lockdown: What is the CUC Challenge?

A number of Confucius institutes meant to promote Chinese language were operating in Sweden. The Swedish govt has now decided to shut these Beijing-backed schools. WION's Executive Editor Palki Sharma Upadhyay tells you why.

Gravitas: Why are Sweden-China ties turning hostile?

Online games are now facing censorship in China. Chinese censors are now forbidding online interactions between between foreigners and gamers in China. WION's Executive Editor Palki Sharma Upadhyay tells you why.

Gravitas: China extends its censorship to online gaming

The Coronavirus outbreak has put China on the backfoot. At home, it has asked bureaucrats and party members to focus on unemployment. Meanwhile, The Chinese Foreign Ministry has criticized demands for reparations. WION's Executive Editor Palki Sharma Upadhyay tells you more about China's post outbreak strategy.

Gravitas: Decoding China's post outbreak strategy | Wuhan Coronavirus

In an exclusive interview with WION, the former Prime Minister of New Zealand - Helen Clark spoke to WION's Executive Editor Palki Sharma Upadhyay on WION Global Leadership Series about New Zealand's response to COVID-19 pandemic and what world can learn from New Zealand.

Former New Zealand PM Helen Clark speaks to WION on COVID-19 crisis | Global Leadership Series

Singaporean Reverend Samuel Gift Stephen originally intended to donate just a lunch to thousands of migrant workers undergoing quarantine for Good Friday (April 10).

Coronavirus Outbreak: Singapore pastor battles food crisis for migrants

With a rapid increase in coronavirus cases in Iran, the officials have announced 94 new deaths due to COVID- 19. Since it's first case in February, Iran has struggled to flatten the curve. After these 94 new deaths were announced, the death toll increased to 5,391. The number of positive cases increased by 1,194, bringing the total number of cases to 85,996.

Iran reports over 1,194 COVID-19 cases in last 24 hours

Continuing its anti-India propaganda on social media platforms, a Pakistani Twitter account changed its handle name to pose as Omani princess and tweeted anti-India material. Interestingly, several old tweets have been dug out from the same account, which has been deleted now, and it clearly shows Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) is behind the account.

Pakistan foreign minister quotes fake account, Oman princess denies links to account

UK's chief medical officer said on April 22, Restrictions on everyday life in Britain to slow the spread of COVID-19 are likely to be needed for the "next calendar year" due to the time needed to develop and roll out vaccines or find a cure.

UK chief medic: Social distancing likely for next year

Indian state of Maharashtra has become epicentre of coronavirus in the country. The biggest challenge is to contain COVID-19 in Asia's largest slum Dharavi.

Drones being used for surveillance in Asia's largest slum Dharavi

The Indian Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on Thursday said that over 1409 positive cases have been reported in the past 24 hours, which takes the total confirmed cases to 21,393 in India. Health Ministry Joint Secretary Lav Agarwal said that there are 12 districts that did not have a fresh case in the last 28 days or more.

Indian Health Ministry briefs media on COVID-19 situation

During coronavirus lockdown in France, Bordeaux town hall has reinforced its meal delivery service for isolated senior citizens, assuring 1,100 to 1,200 meals daily compared to 600 before the COVID-19 crisis.

Doorstep meal delivery in France cheer up isolated senior citizens

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