Health minister and Conservative MP Nadine Dorries has been diagnosed with coronavirus, raising pressure to tighten access to parliament as authorities ramp up preparations in anticipation of “many thousands” of cases at the epidemic’s peak. Watch report:

UK Health Minister Nadine Dorries diagnosed with Coronavirus

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.

Ashraf Ghani agrees to Taliban prisoners release

Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar while speaking in Rajya Sabha (Upper House), briefs house about the evacuation process of Indians form Iran and the steps India is taking to tackle the outbreak of Novel Coronavirus.

India's FM S. Jaishankar addresses Rajya Sabha over evacuation of Indians from Iran

India has evacuated 58 citizens from Iran. Meanwhile, airlines around the world are operating 'ghost flights' amid the Coronavirus outbreak. This report brings you the latest updates on how the world is fighting the Wuhan virus.

Wuhan Coronavirus: India brings 58 citizens back from Iran | Gravitas

The departure of Jyotiraditya Scindia from the Congress party could trigger the collapse of the Congress government in Madhya Pradesh. This report tells you more about the latest crisis in India's Grand Old Party.

India: Congress could lose power in another state | Gravitas

A new report has claimed that Senior Royals in Saudi Arabia tried to block the accession to the throne of the Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. This report decodes the reasons behind the latest Royal purge.

Gravitas: An attempt to block Saudi Crown Prince's accession?

India celebrated the festival of Holi today. Here is how the festival of colours was celebrated around the world.

Gravitas: The different shades of Holi

Xi Jinping paid his first visit to Wuhan after the coronavirus outbreak. The Chinese President's visit was supposed to signal that the health crisis in under control. But, did the Wuhan tour really achieve its purpose? This report tells you more.

Coronavirus: Xi Jinping visits Wuhan for the first time | Gravitas

Prince Harry and Meghan made their last appearance as working royals on Monday. What will the couple's new life look like? This report tells you more.

The Royal Farewell: What's next for Harry and Meghan | Gravitas

12 new cases of the novel coronavirus were discovered in Pakistan between Monday and Tuesday, taking the country’s tally to 19, as the global death toll from Covid-19 reached 4,067.

Coronavirus cases count reaches 19 in Pakistan

Pakistan Air Force F-16 crashes in capital city of Islamabad | WION Breaking | Pakistan News A Pakistan Air Force F-16 fighter jet crashed in the capital city of Islamabad on Wednesday morning, a spokesman for the air force said.

Pakistan Air Force F-16 crashes in capital city of Islamabad

Russian President Vladimir Putin has backed a proposed constitutional amendment that could allow him to seek re-election for a record fifth time. This report tells you more.

Gravitas: Is Putin paving the way for another Presidential term?

Earlier this month, the World Health Organization estimated the mortality rate for COVID-19 was about 3 percent, which the organization said was higher than the common flu.

According to US Prez; Coronavirus is a sort of Flu

Mary Caroline Pierce is a retired tennis professional who represented France internationally in team competitions and the Olympics. Pierce has won four Grand Slam titles i.e. two in singles, one in doubles and one in mixed doubles. She reached six Grand Slam singles finals, most recently at the US Open and the 2005 French Open.

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Italy will be placed on lockdown amid the ongoing spread of coronavirus, the country’s prime minister said.

Coronavirus Outbreak: Italy issues strict advisory to citizens

Confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus in India rose to 47 after a person in Bengaluru and Punjab each tested positive for it.

Coronavirus Outbreak: India currently has 47 confirmed cases

The disease’s spread in China cast scrutiny on Xi’s leadership, as he was conspicuously absent from the public eye during the early days of the crisis.

Xi Jinping visits Wuhan as COVID-19 outbreak fades

Across all over the world, COVID-19 has blown almost each and every country. Even, major politicians are suffering from this.

No respite of COVID-19 yet, major politicians across the world suffering as well

South Asia Diary: How Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked Women's day? Prime Minister Narendra Modi handed over his twitter account to seven women achievers. In a tweet Mr. Modi said, he is signing off for the day and through the day and the women achievers will share their life journey with people through his social media accounts.

South Asia Diary: How Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked Women's day?

Amid Coronavirus outbreak, Indians decided to celebrate Holi with the same joy as usual across almost all of the states.

Your Story: Indians celebrate Holi amid Coronavirus outbreak!

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Earlier, telemedicine was dismissed for lacking the human touch. Basically telemedicine is a concept may soon become the norm. It is a process through which patients consult a doctor when the country gets lockdown.

Telemedicine: Consult a doctor on internet!

The chief economist of the International Monetary Fund Gita Gopinath stated over COVID-19 that this temporary crisis must be stopped from causing the permanent harm to the world.

IMF's chief economist over COVID-19: Temporary crisis must be stopped from causing permanent harm

It has been reported that the aviation industry has been hit hard by the outbreak of Coronavirus almost globally. Because it is the lowest demand since in the aviation industry since 2008.

Aviation industry hit hard by Coronavirus, demand at lowest since 2008

Health and Family Welfare Minister B Sriramulu confirmed the development. “Karnataka has reported four cases of Novel Coronavirus. Infected persons and their families are quarantined and they are kept under observation,”

Karnataka confirms four positive cases of Coronavirus

Xi Jinping's first Wuhan visit since Coronavirus Outbreak

The office of Ayatollah Khamenei released a statement on Monday, saying that the ceremony will not be held at the beginning of the coming Iranian yea

Ayatollah Khamenei Cancels New Year Speech over Coronavirus outbreak

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Italy has locked down much of the country's north over the Coronavirus outbreak. South Korea has introduced a new policy for purchasing masks. This report tells you how different countries are fighting the Wuhan virus.

Gravitas: The Global Battle against Wuhan Coronavirus

There is no one to challenge Mohammad Bin Salman's grip on power. But, the Saudi Crown Prince still faces several challenges.

WION Edit: Why Saudi Crown Prince is consolidating power? | Gravitas

Ashraf Ghani took oath as the president of Afghanistan today, amid blasts in Kabul. His rival - Abdullah Abdullah held his own swearing-in ceremony. This report tells you more about the political crisis in Afghanistan.

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