6 million people in the United States have lost their jobs due to the Wuhan Coronavirus outbreak. Meanwhile, France has requested $500 billion aid from G20 for African nations. WION's Palki Sharma gets you the big global developments for Thursday.

Gravitas: Top 10 global developments for April 2 | Wuhan Coronavirus

Life in isolation is bringing out the creative side of people. WION's Palki Sharma tells you what the world is doing to stay sane under lockdown.

Gravitas: Lockdown stories that will uplift your spirits

China wants to play a big role in the United Nations. Beijing has stepped up its contributions. Chinese officials are now securing top jobs at UN agencies. WION's Palki Sharma tells you how China is trying to secure more power at the UN, one post at a time.

Gravitas: Wuhan Coronavirus: How China is trying to control the UN

On the 22nd of March, India applauded the frontline workers. Less than two weeks later, healthcare workers were attacked in Madhya Pradesh. WION's Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Wuhan Coronavirus: Indian health workers attacked

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/united-states-records-highest-one-day-covid-19-death-toll-with-1169-fatalities-290246" hreflang="en">United States records highest one-day COVID-19 death toll with 1,169 fatalities</a></p>

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<p>The United States reported the highest one-day death toll due to coronavirus recording 1,169 fatalities in the past 24 hours, according to the Johns Hopkins University live&nbsp;COVID-19&nbsp;tracker.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/world-bank-approves-1-billion-emergency-fund-to-india-to-fight-coronavirus-290252" hreflang="en">World Bank approves $1 billion emergency fund to India to fight coronavirus</a></p>

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<p>As the country battles the&nbsp;coronavirus&nbsp;pandemic, the World Bank on Thursday approved $1 billion emergency financing to India in order to support better screening of COVID-10 patients, contact tracing and laboratory diagnostics.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/confirmed-coronavirus-cases-in-india-rise-to-2069-death-toll-at-53-290248" hreflang="en">Confirmed coronavirus cases in India rise to 2,069, death toll at 53</a></p>

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<p>India reported a increase of over 200 cases in the past 24 hours, pushing the total number to 2,069 on Thursday, according to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. The death toll is now 53.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood-news-top-gun-movie-sequel-moved-to-december-as-coronavirus-hits-america-290249" hreflang="en">'Top Gun' movie sequel moved to December as coronavirus hits America</a></p>

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<p>The release of the much-anticipated movie sequel to 'Top Gun' has been moved to December, Paramount Pictures said on Thursday, the latest disruption in the movie industry caused by the coronavirus epidemic.<br />
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Good morning! Start your day with WION's news brief! United States records highest one-day COVID-19 death toll with 1,169 fatalities The United States reported the highest one-day death toll due to coronavirus recording 1,169 fatalities in the past 24 hours, according to the Johns Hopkins University live COVID-19 tracker.

Good morning! Start your day with WION's news brief! United States records highest one-day COVID-19 death toll with 1,169 fatalities The United States reported the highest one-day death toll due to coronavirus recording 1,169 fatalities in the past 24 hours, according to the Johns Hopkins University live COVID-19 tracker. World Bank approves $1 billion emergency fund to India to fight coronavirus As the country battles the coronavirus pandemic, the World Bank on Thursday approved $1 billion emergency financing to India in order to support better screening of COVID-10 patients, contact tracing and laboratory diagnostics. Confirmed coronavirus cases in India rise to 2,069, death toll at 53 India reported a increase of over 200 cases in the past 24 hours, pushing the total number to 2,069 on Thursday, according to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. The death toll is now 53. 'Top Gun' movie sequel moved to December as coronavirus hits America The release of the much-anticipated movie sequel to 'Top Gun' has been moved to December, Paramount Pictures said on Thursday, the latest disruption in the movie industry caused by the coronavirus epidemic. WATCH| Gravitas: Coronavirus outbreak | Is the Zoom app safe? ×

Morning News Brief: US records highest death toll, World Bank to give $1 billion to India and more

The number of victims of domestic violence is rising amid a global lockdown. WION's Palki Sharma tells you why the world must reach out to those susceptible to physical abuse.

Gravitas: Global rise in violence against women during lockdown

In their quest for dominance, world powers invested in weapons. But, they are now struggling before the Coronavirus. Wion's Palki tells you why we must prepare for a health crisis like we do for wars.

WION Edit: Missiles cannot defeat microbes

Wuhan is no longer the epicentre of the coronavirus outbreak. New York is now the world's worst hit city. The Wuhan virus has brought a super power to its knees.

Gravitas: The new epicentre of Wuhan Coronavirus

In March, China blocked an attempt to discuss the Coronavirus outbreak at the Security Council. China held the Presidency of the council last month. Now, Dominican Republic has assumed the Presidency. WION's Palki Sharma tells you how the UNSC could discuss the outbreak now.

Gravitas: Trouble for China? UN Security Council could take up coronavirus outbreak

Former high profile members of the Pakistani political establishment have become conspiracy theorists. On Pakistani television and social media, they are pushing Chinese propaganda on the Coronavirus outbreak. WION's Palki Sharma brings you a fact check.

Gravitas: Pakistani conspiracy theorists echo Chinese propaganda | Coronavirus

The Wuhan Coronavirus outbreak is not just a health emergency. It has triggered an economic crisis. Markets are bleeding, growth has slumped and people are losing their jobs. WION's Palki Sharma tells you why the possibility of pay cuts now looks real.

Gravitas: Wuhan Coronavirus: Should you brace for pay cut?

From the United States to Germany, thousands of people have been left on the streets in some of the world's richest nations. WION's Palki Sharma tells you how the homeless are struggling for basic supplies.

Gravitas: Wuhan Coronavirus: World's richest nations have deserted the poor

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-records-highest-single-day-death-toll-due-to-coronavirus-at-884-289982">US records highest single-day death toll due to coronavirus at 884</a></p>

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<p>The death toll due to coronavirus in the United States touched a new single-day high with 884 fatalities, according to&nbsp;Johns Hopkins University&nbsp;COVID-19&nbsp;live tracker.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-scare-looms-larger-as-danger-lurks-at-the-sea-289989" hreflang="en">Coronavirus scare looms larger as danger lurks at sea</a></p>

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<p>When the governments all over the world have been able to stem the growth of the novel coronavirus to an extent by taking stringent measures, danger, or rather death, continues to lurk at&nbsp;sea.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/swiss-tennis-ace-roger-federer-devasted-after-wimbledon-cancellation-289985" hreflang="en">Swiss tennis ace Roger Federer 'devasted' after Wimbledon cancellation</a></p>

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<p>The tennis maestro was "devastated" after the news, as the 38-year-old is running out of options as his prolific career is on its last&nbsp;stages.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sailors-do-not-need-to-die-us-warship-captain-reports-coronavirus-cases-in-guam-289833">'Sailors do not need to die': US warship captain reports coronavirus cases in Guam</a></p>

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<p>A captain of US aircraft carrier Theodore Roosevelt has told authorities that&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/italy-mourns-coronavirus-victims-as-death-toll-rises-above-12000-289815">coronavirus</a>&nbsp;is spreading uncontrollably through the battleship.</p>

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Good morning! Start your day with WION's news brief! US records highest single-day death toll due to coronavirus at 884 The death toll due to coronavirus in the United States touched a new single-day high with 884 fatalities, according to Johns Hopkins University COVID-19 live tracker.

Good morning! Start your day with WION's news brief! US records highest single-day death toll due to coronavirus at 884 The death toll due to coronavirus in the United States touched a new single-day high with 884 fatalities, according to Johns Hopkins University COVID-19 live tracker. Coronavirus scare looms larger as danger lurks at sea When the governments all over the world have been able to stem the growth of the novel coronavirus to an extent by taking stringent measures, danger, or rather death, continues to lurk at sea. Swiss tennis ace Roger Federer 'devasted' after Wimbledon cancellation The tennis maestro was "devastated" after the news, as the 38-year-old is running out of options as his prolific career is on its last stages. 'Sailors do not need to die': US warship captain reports coronavirus cases in Guam A captain of US aircraft carrier Theodore Roosevelt has told authorities that coronavirus is spreading uncontrollably through the battleship. WATCH| Gravitas: Wuhan Coronavirus: Did homeopathy cure Prince Charles? ×

Morning News Brief: US death toll, COVID-19 scare at sea and more!

Around 2000 people have been infected in India and the death toll has climbed to 50 after the Tablighi Jamaat nightmare. In the latest 19 deaths out of the total 50 in India are related to the Tablighi Jamaat. The Health Ministry held a press conference and said that search is on to track all the people who attended the Tablighi Jamaat. PM Modi on the other hand that people of all religions must come together in the fight against the coronavirus.

Health Ministry: Tablighi Jamaat meet could be real cause of worry for India

Around 2000 people have been infected in India and the death toll has climbed to 50 after the Tablighi Jamaat nightmare. In the latest 19 deaths out of the total 50 in India are related to the Tablighi Jamat. Watch report:

Tablighi meet turns into virus nightmare: COVID-19 cases around 14 states linked to meet

From Singapore to Spain, people are thanking those at the frontline of the Coronavirus battle. Wion's Palki tells you how the world is drawing inspiration from India.

Gravitas: World follows India in thanking front-line workers

In South Korea, one woman has accounted for more than half of the country's Coronavirus cases. WION'S Palki gets you the story of South Korea's super-spreader.

Gravitas:  How one woman put thousands at risk

The world's leading Islamic Nations have banned religious gatherings, but missionary movements are derailing the Coronavirus battle.

Gravitas: Decoding the 'Tableeghi Jamaat' controversy

Tokyo is fighting a fresh wave of coronavirus cases. Meanwhile, Russia plans to send lockdown violators to jail.

Gravitas: Wuhan Coronavirus: The Top Developments for 31st March

Taiwan has claimed that the World Health Organisation is not sharing its reports with the world. Meanwhile, China is trying to deny Taiwan a place in the global forums.

Gravitas: Wuhan Coronavirus: Taiwan's big claim against WHO

At a time when countries are focusing on the fight against the coronavirus, Imran Khan is indulging in petty politics. The Pakistani Prime Minister was caught misrepresenting a statement from India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Gravitas: Wuhan Coronavirus: Imran Khan's petty politics over lockdown

Europe is the biggest epicentre of the coronavirus outbreak. While major European nations are struggling, Germany has been able to save more lives.

Wuhan Coronavirus: What the world can learn from Germany

It is believed that the Wuhan Coronavirus originated from a live animal market in Wuhan. China had banned these markets. But new reports claim that live animal traders have resumed their business.

Gravitas: Wuhan Coronavirus: China's 'disease incubators' are back in business

China's biggest lab has 1500 strains of viruses. Is China equipped to handle these samples? Is anyone keeping a check on the Chinese labs?

Gravitas: Inside China's virus bank

The Wuhan Coronavirus is spreading rapidly. More than 170 countries and regions are reporting over 8,00,000 cases.

Gravitas: Wuhan Coronavirus: More than 8,00,000 cases

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-us-records-highest-single-day-death-toll-as-trump-says-painful-two-weeks-ahead-289801" hreflang="en">United States records highest single-day COVID-19 death toll at 865</a></p>

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<p>The United States recorded 865 new deaths in just 24 hours due the&nbsp;coronavirus&nbsp;epidemic with the number of confirmed cases surging to 188,547, according to Johns Hopkins coronavirus resource centre.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-reports-record-381-covid-19-deaths-including-13-year-old-boy-289805">UK reports record 381 COVID-19 deaths, including 13-year-old boy</a></p>

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<p>Britain recorded the highest death toll of 381 on Tuesday, an increase of twenty-nine per cent as the coronavirus continued to ravage to the country.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/banking-systems-may-need-help-if-handicapped-by-disruption-from-coronavirus-lockdowns-imf-289804">Banking systems may need help if handicapped by disruption from COVID-19: IMF</a></p>

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<p>Officials at the International Monetary Fund (IMF) have suggested that the banking systems of some countries might have to be recapitalised or even restructured, if their economies are severely handicapped by prolonged disruption from the coronavirus outbreak.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/harry-and-meghan-embark-on-new-life-in-los-angeles-289803" hreflang="en">Harry and Meghan embark on new life in Los Angeles</a></p>

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<p>Every starry-eyed ingenue arriving in Los Angeles faces the same question: how to catch that big break in Hollywood? For Prince Harry and his wife Meghan, it's far more complicated.</p>

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Good morning! Start your day with WION's news brief! United States records highest single-day COVID-19 death toll at 865 The United States recorded 865 new deaths in just 24 hours due the coronavirus epidemic with the number of confirmed cases surging to 188,547, according to Johns Hopkins coronavirus resource centre.

Good morning! Start your day with WION's news brief! United States records highest single-day COVID-19 death toll at 865 The United States recorded 865 new deaths in just 24 hours due the coronavirus epidemic with the number of confirmed cases surging to 188,547, according to Johns Hopkins coronavirus resource centre. UK reports record 381 COVID-19 deaths, including 13-year-old boy Britain recorded the highest death toll of 381 on Tuesday, an increase of twenty-nine per cent as the coronavirus continued to ravage to the country. Banking systems may need help if handicapped by disruption from COVID-19: IMF Officials at the International Monetary Fund (IMF) have suggested that the banking systems of some countries might have to be recapitalised or even restructured, if their economies are severely handicapped by prolonged disruption from the coronavirus outbreak. Harry and Meghan embark on new life in Los Angeles Every starry-eyed ingenue arriving in Los Angeles faces the same question: how to catch that big break in Hollywood? For Prince Harry and his wife Meghan, it's far more complicated. WATCH| Gravitas: World follows India in thanking front-line workers ×

Morning News Brief: US, UK record highest deaths due to COVID-19 in single day and more!

The doctor who shook hands with Russian President Vladamir Putin has been tested positive for COVID-19. Putin is now being regularly tested and protected around the clock.

Doctor who met Putin tests positive for COVID-19 | Putin being regularly tested

Like most things right now, even dates have shifted online due to the Coronavirus outbreak. WION's Palki tells you how people are coming up with unique ways to find love.

Gravitas: Coronavirus Lockdown: Dating in times of a pandemic

From South Korea to Singapore, democracies have performed better at containing the Coronavirus when compared to authoritative regimes.

WION Edit: Why the world must resist China's Coronavirus Authoritarianism

China is extending its Belt and Road plans to build a 'Health Silk Road'. Chinese companies are sending Coronavirus supplies to worst hit countries. Is the coronavirus crisis a business opportunity for China?

Gravitas: Wuhan Coronavirus: A business opportunity for China?

Life may not return to normal in the UK anytime soon. The British government says the lockdown could last up to six months.

Gravitas: Wuhan Coronavirus: The UK braces for a 6-month lockdown

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