Ex Finance secretary Ashok Jha appreciates Rbi' take on coronavirus outbreak. Wion has a conversation with Ashok Jha regarding the impact of coronavirus in global economy. Watch this conversation

Ex finance secy appreciate RBI's take on Coronavirus pandemic

The death toll rises in France due to Coronavirus. In France, 365 people including a 16-year-old teenager died during the last 24 hours.This is the highest number of deaths in a day due to this epidemic in the country.

Coronavirus outbreak: France under a complete lockdown

Chinese warships have been buzzing around the Strait of Taiwan. Taiwan's leader Tsai Ing-wen has raised an alarm about China's military manoeuvres. WION's Executive Editor Palki Sharma Upadhyay tells you why military escalation during a pandemic may prove disastrous.

Gravitas: China flexing military muscle in Taiwan

Some world leaders continue to call the Wuhan Coronavirus a 'flu' and are downplaying the severity of this disease. WION's Executive Editor Palki Sharma Upadhyay gets you a list of the high-profile deniers.

Gravitas: Exposing the Coronavirus deniers

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal address the people of Delhi. CM says Delhi is ready to tackle any kind of challenge. Kejriwal says we can handle 100 cases in a day and nobody will go to bed hungry.

Arvind Kejriwal briefing: Delhi's plan of action to tackle Covid-19 outbreak

Why aggressive testing is required to fight the Wuhan Coronavirus outbreak? Why hospitals dealing with coronavirus patients need to be equipped with ventilators? WION's Executive Editor Palki Sharma Upadhyay gets you answers.

Gravitas: Coronavirus: Ventilators are required

Retired healthcare workers are returning to duties as lockdowns intensify across the world. WION's Executive Editor Palki Sharma Upadhyay brings you the 10 big developments from across the world for Thursday.

Gravitas: Coronavirus Tracker: The big global developments for March 26

The World Health Organisation has lauded India's efforts in taking early steps in combating the novel coronavirus. It said that it is very good for India to take these early steps before the situation becomes worse. WHO has also listed six steps to combat the coronavirus pandemic. Watch report:

WHO lists six steps to combat coronavirus pandemic, Lauds India for taking early steps

Many are hoping that the summer will help contain the Coronavirus. But will the rise in temperatures actually stop the virus from spreading further? WION's Executive Editor Palki Sharma Upadhyay tells you what the experts say.

Gravitas: Can heat slow down Coronavirus spread?

COVID-19 cases have risen sharply in the United States and 59% of cases are in the city of New York. The governor of New York said that April and May could be worse than now. Watch report:

1/3rd of COVID-19 cases in New York: US Senate agrees on $2 trillion stimulus package

The Senate on March 25 approved a $2 trillion stimulus package to provide a start to an economy reeling from the coronavirus pandemic. The United States has emerged as a hotbed for COVID-19 with several cases increasing every day. Watch report:

Coronavirus: US Senate passes $2 trillion stimulus bill:  Direct payments into individuals

In Spain, elderly people have been found dead and abandoned in nursing homes. The elderly are the most vulnerable to the Wuhan Coronavirus. With no cure in sight, how can the community lend a helping hand? WION's Executive Editor Palki Sharma Upadhyay tells you more.

Gravitas: Wuhan Coronavirus: India's elderly population faces high risk

Countries across the world have gone all out to contain the Coronavirus crisis. WION's Executive Editor Palki Sharma Upadhyay gets you the biggest global developments for Wednesday.

Gravitas: Wuhan Coronavirus: Top 10 global developments for March 25

Poland has emerged as the next hot spot for Indian workers in Europe. WION talks about the relationship between the two nations with the ambassador of Poland to India - Adam Burakowski. Former Indian diplomat and show host Arun K. Singh also talks to Mr. Burakowski in Hindi and tests his Hindi-speaking skills. So does the polish ambassador pass the Hindi test with flying colours? Watch The Diplomacy Show to know more.

The Diplomacy Show with the Polish Ambassador to India, who happens to speak fluent Hindi!

Far-fetched parallels are being drawn over the nationwide lockdown in India and the situation in Kashmir. WION's Executive Editor Palki Sharma Upadhyay tells you why India needs to lock down hate in the coming weeks.

Gravitas: Wuhan Coronavirus: Why India needs to stay united

Coronavirus outbreak has done little to curtail the menace of terror. An attack on a Sikh shrine in Afghanistan has claimed 25 lives. WION's Executive Editor Palki Sharma Upadhyay tells you how the attack exposes the diabolical mindset of terror backers.

Gravitas: Afghanistan Gurudwara attack: WION reports from Ground Zero

A new report has claimed that an "Anti-Xi" faction is unhappy with the Chinese President's response to the Coronavirus outbreak. Can Xi Jinping's grip on power be challenged? WION's Executive Editor Palki Sharma Upadhyay tells you more.

Gravitas: Wuhan Coronavirus: A revolt against Xi Jinping?

I&B Advisor to Imran Khan Dr. Firdous Ashiq Awan says the Coronavirus is not deadly. Pakistan is reporting more than 1,000 cases. But, it is yet to impose a lockdown. Is Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan downplaying the crisis? WION's Executive Editor Palki Sharma Upadhyay tells you more.

Gravitas: Wuhan Coronavirus: Pakistan govt is still in denial

After more than two months of restrictions, China is now slowing lifting the curbs. WION's Executive Editor Palki Sharma Upadhyay decodes the pictures coming out of China.

Gravitas: China eases restrictions after Coronavirus outbreak

The UN is yet to discuss the Coronavirus outbreak. Estonia was preparing a draft statement for the Security Council. But sources tell WION, the statement is on "hold". China is the chair of the UNSC for this month. Has Beijing blocked the discussion? WION's Executive Editor Palki Sharma Upadhyay tells you more.

Gravitas: Coronavirus: China blocking a discussion at UN?

WION spoke to Dr, HP Bharathi on COVID-19 virus that is spreading in India like wildfire. Watch video to know what she advises.

Experts on WION: Keep yourself busy in isolation, says Dr HP Bharathi

Spain is now becoming the worst affected places from coronavirus across the world. Exactly 20 days ago Spain had reported just 8 COVID-19 deaths but in the last 24 hours, Spain has surpassed the death toll of China. Watch report:

In 23 days Spain surpasses China's Coronavirus toll, Fatalities 3,647 and 49,000 infections

India has seen a huge rise in the number of coronavirus cases with the total number of confirmed cases now rising to 606. The death toll in the country stands at 10. However, due to the lockdown the curve if the virus is flattening. Watch report:

Coronavirus cases in India rise to 606, Death toll stand at 10

Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged the people of India to stay at home. Today India enters into day 2 of this 21-days lockdown. Despite the PM's address and based on the numerous reports of people not obeying lockdown clearly shows that people of India are not serious. Watch report:

Indians still not taking lockdown seriously: Police being assaulted in India

The Coronavirus cases in Italy seems to have stabilized over the past few days. The infection rate fell to a record low of 7.5%, giving hope that the worst is possibly over. Watch report:

7,503 COVID-19 deaths in Italy and 74,000 infected

More than 250,000 confirmed coronavirus cases in Europe

The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Europe crossed 250,000 with more than half of which were reported in worst-affected Italy and Spain, news agency AFP reported citing official tally. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/more-than-250000-confirmed-coronavirus-cases-in-europe-288694">Read more</a>

Saudi king urges 'effective' G20 response to virus crisis in video conference

Saudi Arabia's King Salman on Thursday urged G20 leaders to take "effective and coordinated" action to combat the global crisis triggered by the coronavirus pandemic, and called on them to assist developing nations.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/saudi-king-urges-effective-g20-response-to-virus-crisis-in-video-conference-288708">Read more</a>

Amid tense row with US, China offers to share information on COVID-19

Will share scientific and medical achievements China made in containing coronavirus or COVID-19, country's Vice Minister of Science and Technology, Xu Nanping said.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/amid-tense-row-with-us-china-offers-to-share-information-on-covid-19-288701">Read more</a>

Coronavirus pushes 3.3 million to claim US jobless benefits

The economic shutdown caused by the coronavirus pandemic sparked an explosion of Americans filing for unemployment benefits, surging to 3.3 million last week -- the highest number ever recorded, the Labor Department reported Thursday.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-pushes-33-million-to-claim-us-jobless-benefits-288712">Read more</a>

COVID-19: United States can become Italy, warn health experts

Public health experts have warned the Unites States that it could become the next Italy after coronavirus patients have start to overwhelm US hospitals.&nbsp;

According to US Surgeon General Dr Jerome Adams, the country is ''already be seeing the beginnings of this in some areas, marking a new stage of the nation's outbreak.''&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/covid-19-united-states-can-become-italy-warn-health-experts-288632">Read more</a>

Richest 10 % responsible for fuelling climate change: Study

Wealthiest people are most responsible for fuelling climate change, said a new study from researchers at the University of Leeds.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The study intended to find out energy inequality among the income classes across 86 countries, from highly industrialised to developing.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/richest-10-responsible-for-fuelling-climate-change-study-288668">Read more</a>

Christchurch shootings: Shooter pleads guilty to killing 51 people in mosque attack

The Australian man charged with murdering 51 people in two mosques in Christchurch, New Zealand, has suddenly changed his plea to admit all charges at a hastily arranged court appearance.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/christchurch-shootings-shooter-pleads-guilty-to-killing-51-people-in-mosque-attack-288599">Read more</a>

Wikileaks founder Julian Assange denied bail post citing 'high coronavirus risk'

Wikileaks founder Julian Assange has been denied bail after his lawyers tried to get him out from behind bars because of the increasing risk of coronavirus.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/wikileaks-founder-julian-assange-denied-bail-post-citing-high-coronavirus-risk-288594">Read more</a>

US Senate approves coronavirus relief bill worth $2 trillion

The US Senate on Wednesday unanimously passed a bill worth $2 trillion aimed at helping unemployed workers and industries hurt by the coronavirus pandemic, as well as providing billions of dollars to buy urgently needed medical equipment.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-senate-approves-coronavirus-relief-bill-worth-2-trillion-288588">Read more</a>

China reports second consecutive day of no new local coronavirus transmissions, imported cases rise

Mainland China reported a second consecutive day of no new local coronavirus infections as the epicentre of the epidemic Hubei province opened its borders, but imported cases rose as Beijing ramped up controls to prevent a resurgence of infections.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-reports-second-consecutive-day-of-no-new-local-coronavirus-transmissions-imported-cases-rise-288566">Read more</a>

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More than 250,000 confirmed coronavirus cases in Europe The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Europe crossed 250,000 with more than half of which were reported in worst-affected Italy and Spain, news agency AFP reported citing official tally.

More than 250,000 confirmed coronavirus cases in Europe The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Europe crossed 250,000 with more than half of which were reported in worst-affected Italy and Spain, news agency AFP reported citing official tally. Read more Saudi king urges 'effective' G20 response to virus crisis in video conference Saudi Arabia's King Salman on Thursday urged G20 leaders to take "effective and coordinated" action to combat the global crisis triggered by the coronavirus pandemic, and called on them to assist developing nations. Read more Amid tense row with US, China offers to share information on COVID-19 Will share scientific and medical achievements China made in containing coronavirus or COVID-19, country's Vice Minister of Science and Technology, Xu Nanping said. Read more Coronavirus pushes 3.3 million to claim US jobless benefits The economic shutdown caused by the coronavirus pandemic sparked an explosion of Americans filing for unemployment benefits, surging to 3.3 million last week -- the highest number ever recorded, the Labor Department reported Thursday. Read more COVID-19: United States can become Italy, warn health experts Public health experts have warned the Unites States that it could become the next Italy after coronavirus patients have start to overwhelm US hospitals. According to US Surgeon General Dr Jerome Adams, the country is ''already be seeing the beginnings of this in some areas, marking a new stage of the nation's outbreak.'' Read more Richest 10 % responsible for fuelling climate change: Study Wealthiest people are most responsible for fuelling climate change, said a new study from researchers at the University of Leeds. The study intended to find out energy inequality among the income classes across 86 countries, from highly industrialised to developing. Read more Christchurch shootings: Shooter pleads guilty to killing 51 people in mosque attack The Australian man charged with murdering 51 people in two mosques in Christchurch, New Zealand, has suddenly changed his plea to admit all charges at a hastily arranged court appearance. Read more Wikileaks founder Julian Assange denied bail post citing 'high coronavirus risk' Wikileaks founder Julian Assange has been denied bail after his lawyers tried to get him out from behind bars because of the increasing risk of coronavirus. Read more US Senate approves coronavirus relief bill worth $2 trillion The US Senate on Wednesday unanimously passed a bill worth $2 trillion aimed at helping unemployed workers and industries hurt by the coronavirus pandemic, as well as providing billions of dollars to buy urgently needed medical equipment. Read more China reports second consecutive day of no new local coronavirus transmissions, imported cases rise Mainland China reported a second consecutive day of no new local coronavirus infections as the epicentre of the epidemic Hubei province opened its borders, but imported cases rose as Beijing ramped up controls to prevent a resurgence of infections. Read more

Top 10 world news today: G20 video conference over coronavirus pandemic, US-China row and more

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is addressed the media on March 26 on an economic bailout package to tide over the impact of coronavirus. Watch the video for more information:

Indian Finance Minister announce 1.70 lakh cr COVID-19 stimulus package for India

India is under complete lockdown and with the restriction measures in place, the elderly are among the most vulnerable. The government has failed to offer any solution yet and it is now up to the community to lend a helping hand. Watch report

COVID-19 shutdown makes elderly vulnerable

After nearly two months, China is lifting the lockdown in Wuhan. China claims that the rate of transmission is now falling drastically. But a video - allegedly from Wuhan, raises serious questions over China's claims. WION's Palki gets you a report.

Wuhan Coronavirus: Why the numbers from China can't be trusted | Gravitas

Being the second-most populous country, the fear about a widespread outbreak of the Coronavirus in India is a serious one. But India's record in eradicating pandemics is strong. WION's Palki tells you more.

Wuhan Coronavirus: India's strong record in fighting diseases | Gravitas

More people are filing lawsuits against China over the Coronavirus outbreak. After a case in Florida, A Lawyer in Texas has filed a $20 Trillion lawsuit against China. WION's Palki has the details.

Wuhan Coronavirus: China sued for $20 trillion in damages | Gravitas

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