Coronavirus threat in India, the country's insurance authority has now instructed to all insurers to include medical cover for COVID-19

All medical costs from COVID-19 to be covered in India

Vice president Eshaq Jahangiri has tested positive for coronavirus. This comes as a country reported its highest COVID-19 death toll in past days. The leader has been quarantine and said to be in a stable condition.

Iran: Vice-President, two ministers tested positive for coronavirus

It was a historic win for women of the world as disgraced Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein was sentenced to 23 years in prison yesterday night. Convicted for rape and sexual assault against two women, Harvey’s sentencing sent a wave of cheer among all the women who came out against him.

Harvey Weinstein experiences 'chest pains' post sentencing, sent to hospital

Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte added new restrictions to the lockdown imposed to fight the coronavirus after figures showed Italy posting the highest daily increase in deaths of any country since the outbreak began.

COVID-19: Italy is the 'worst hit' country since the outbreak began

The total number of cases in India has now risen to 73. Kerala is the worst hit state with 17 cases, we have learnt two of these patients are in critical condition.

Coronavirus Outbreak : Total number of cases in India reaches 73

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.

Coronavirus Outbreak: Washington, D.C declares emergency

Amid coronavirus outbreak, many Indians are stranded in Italy. While speaking on the issue external affair minister S Jaishankar responded in Lok Sabha. He says, ''Bhagwant Mann ji raised the issue of 30 students of Punjab who are stuck at Italy airport. I would like to tell you that there aren't only 30 students, there are many more from different parts of the country. I need to find a way of helping them & bringing them back.''

India's foreign minister response on Indian students stranded in Italy

Russian President Vladimir Putin might stay in power for the foreseeable future. But Russia is staring at several challenges.

Gravitas: Vladimir Putin could remain President for life

White Giraffes are now facing the risk of extinction. In Kenya, two out of three white giraffes were slaughtered by poachers. This report tells you more.

Gravitas: Two out of Three white giraffes slaughtered

Italy is one of the worst affected countries from the Wuhan Coronavirus. Indians stuck in Italy are raising demands for an evacuation by the Indian government. Take a look at this exclusive story.

Gravitas: Indians in Italy call for help, Wuhan Coronavirus

WION Edit: Putin may remain President, but Russia faces multiple challenges

Joe Biden is the front-runner in the Democratic Presidential race. The Former US Vice President could challenge Donald Trump in the upcoming Presidential Election. This report tells you more about the contender from the Democrats.

Gravitas: Meet the man who could challenge Donald Trump, US Elections 2020

Myanmar army has blocked Aung San Suu Kyi's bid to reduce the influence of the military in politics. This report tells you more.

Gravitas: Army blocks bid to reduce military power, Myanmar

Ashraf Ghani has agreed to release 1500 Taliban fighters. But the Taliban is unhappy. This report tells you why.

WION Gravitas: Afghanistan to release 1500 Taliban fighters

People travelling to India from or having visited Italy and South Korea will now have to submit a certificate of having tested negative for COVID-19 from laboratories authorised by the health authorities of their countries.

Indians In Italy Asked To Provide Health Certificates

India now has 60 confirmed cases of the Wuhan Coronavirus. In Italy, more than 10,000 people are infected. This report brings you the latest updates on the Wuhan virus outbreak.

Gravitas: 60 confirmed patients in India, Wuhan Coronavirus

Russian President Vladimir Putin is pushing major changes to Russia's constitution. Is this an attempt by the Russian President to secure his grip on power? This report explores.

Gravitas: Putin plans radical overhaul to constitution

WION gets you an exclusive report from the airport in Milan, where Indian students were stranded at the airport with no help from authorities.

Fineprint: Indian students stuck at Milan airport seek help from authorities, WION Exclusive Report

The Pentagon has reported fresh cases of coronavirus as well from the US military outpost. Within the US forces, it has spread across the globe as the US forces are spread in almost every country in the world.

Fineprint: US military exposed to coronavirus, Civilians at military bases tested positive

More than 1,500 people have been diagnosed with coronavirus in Spain as the virus continues to spread across the globe.

Covid-19 closes schools & universities in Spain

Austria and Slovenia announced Tuesday they would severely restrict travel from neighbouring Italy, the country worst hit by the new coronavirus after China.

Austria, Slovenia close borders with Italy

The global coronavirus outbreak has generated both demand and supply shocks across the global economy. Covid-19 is likely to cost the global economy $1TN. Watch report:

Your Story: Covid-19 likely to cost $1TN to global economy

Britain's Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak presented the red Budget Box outside of 11 Downing Street. Sunak has pledged £30bn of spending to fight the coronavirus outbreak.

Your Story: Rishi Sunak presents his first budget, Unveils £30bn plan to fight coronavirus

President Xi Jinping visited the city of Wuhan, the centre of the coronavirus outbreak, sending a message that Beijing has the situation under control. His visit comes as China recorded its lowest number of infections, just 19 on Tuesday, all in Wuhan apart from two who had arrived from overseas. Watch WION Ground Report:

WION Ground Report: Xi Jinping visits Wuhan since Coronavirus outbreak

Afghanistan President Ashraf Ghani has signed a decree to release 1,500 Taliban prisoners in order to begin intra-Afghan peace talks with the militant group that could see the end of the nearly two-decade war in the Middle Eastern country.

WION Dispatch: Ashraf Ghani agrees to release 5000 prisoners not 1500

India is focusing on efforts to bring back its nationals from Iran and Italy, the worst affected by the outbreak of the novel coronavirus after China, Indian foreign minister S Jaishankar said describing the situation in both countries as “extreme". Watch report:

WION Dispatch: Jaishankar on India's Covid-19 response, 6000 Indians still in Iran

Pakistan meanwhile has reported 20 positive cases of coronavirus. The worst-hit coronavirus state in Pakistan is Sindh with 15 cases of the infection. On March 10 two new cases were confirmed Hyderabad of a patient who had returned from Syria via Doha and another case in Karachi. The Pakistan Super League matches will still go ahead and will be staged in Sindh. Watch report:

WION Dispatch: Cricket matches to go ahead in Karachi

Pressure has been mounting on Iran to release all of its prisoners amid fears that coronavirus spread in its jail could go unchecked. The United Nations has now asked Tehran to temporarily free inmates especially those who are political prisoners. Watch report:

WION Dispatch: Iran releases 70,000 inmates amid coronavirus outbreak

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1,500 of them will be released first — in batches of 100 per day. The initial release is expected to start this Saturday.<strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/afghanistan-government-to-release-5000-taliban-prisoners-if-violence-eases-285520">READ MORE</a></strong></p>

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Good morning. Here’s what you need to know to start your day with Wion’s daily news brief. British health minister Nadine Dorries tests positive for coronavirus Six people have died in Britain from the virus, with more than 370 confirmed cases.

Good morning. Here’s what you need to know to start your day with Wion’s daily news brief. British health minister Nadine Dorries tests positive for coronavirus Six people have died in Britain from the virus, with more than 370 confirmed cases.READ MORE Afghanistan government to release 5,000 Taliban prisoners if violence eases 1,500 of them will be released first — in batches of 100 per day. The initial release is expected to start this Saturday.READ MORE

Morning News Brief: Coronavirus in UK, Taliban prisoner release and more

Italy has recorded its deadliest day of the Coronavirus outbreak with 168 deaths overnight. This is the biggest single-day jump in the death toll making it the worst-hit country after China. Watch report:

Coronavirus: Whole of Italy under lockdown, 631 fatalities, 10,000 infected

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All medical costs from COVID-19 to be covered in India

Iran: Vice-President, two ministers tested positive for coronavirus

Harvey Weinstein experiences 'chest pains' post sentencing, sent to hospital

COVID-19: Italy is the 'worst hit' country since the outbreak began

Coronavirus Outbreak : Total number of cases in India reaches 73

Coronavirus Outbreak: Washington, D.C declares emergency

India's foreign minister response on Indian students stranded in Italy

Gravitas: Vladimir Putin could remain President for life

Gravitas: Two out of Three white giraffes slaughtered

Gravitas: Indians in Italy call for help, Wuhan Coronavirus

WION Edit: Putin may remain President, but Russia faces multiple challenges

WION Edit: Putin may remain President, but Russia faces multiple challenges

Gravitas: Meet the man who could challenge Donald Trump, US Elections 2020

Gravitas: Army blocks bid to reduce military power, Myanmar

WION Gravitas: Afghanistan to release 1500 Taliban fighters

Indians In Italy Asked To Provide Health Certificates

Gravitas: 60 confirmed patients in India, Wuhan Coronavirus

Gravitas: Putin plans radical overhaul to constitution

Fineprint: Indian students stuck at Milan airport seek help from authorities, WION Exclusive Report

Fineprint: US military exposed to coronavirus, Civilians at military bases tested positive

Covid-19 closes schools & universities in Spain

Austria, Slovenia close borders with Italy

Your Story: Covid-19 likely to cost $1TN to global economy

Your Story: Rishi Sunak presents his first budget, Unveils £30bn plan to fight coronavirus

WION Ground Report: Xi Jinping visits Wuhan since Coronavirus outbreak

WION Dispatch: Ashraf Ghani agrees to release 5000 prisoners not 1500