The novel coronavirus, or COVID-19, pandemic has spread across 185 countries and territories. Today is the twentieth day of India's 21-day lockdown. Reports suggest that it could be extended. Confirmed COVID-19 cases in India stand at 9,352. The Union Health Ministry has said that 324 people have died due to the disease. Maharashtra, Delhi and Tamil Nadu have reported the highest number of cases in the country.
Globally, there have been over 18.5 lakh confirmed cases of COVID-19. At least 1.14 lakh people have died so far. The United States has the highest number of confirmed cases, followed by Spain, Italy, France and Germany. The outbreak continues to have a major impact on the global economy. Catch the latest updates here:
A doctor has tested positive for coronavirus in Shillong. The District Magistrate has imposed curfew for the next 48 hours starting from 6 am on April 14. The curfew will exempt essential services.
356 new Coronaviruspositive cases reported in Delhi today, including 325 positive cases-Under Special Operations. Fourdeaths have been reported today. Total number of positive cases in national capital rises to 1510 (including 377 positive cases-Under Special Operations), total death toll 28.
Emerging evidence suggests transmission of Coronavirusfrom mother to baby before birth or during delivery is possible.
Meghalaya govt extends ongoing lockdown till April 30, as part of its measures to deal with Coronavirusoutbreak.
61 positive cases have been reported from the state today, taking the total number of cases in Telangana to 472.
COVID-19death toll passes 10,000 in New York, reports news agency AFP.
Maharashtra government has constituted a task force of specialists doctors to suggest measures in minimizing the death rate and for clinical management of COVID-19 patients, particularly critically ill patients in designated six hospitals.
The task force will establish "Patients Managament Protocols" and recommend suitable drug protocol among others. The task force will be headed by Dr Sanjay Oak.
Maharashtra reports 352 new coronavirus cases and 11 deaths. The total number of positive cases in the state rises to 2,334.
A 55-year-old man infected with COVID-19 dies in Kalaburagi in Karnataka, state toll rises to seven.
One-size-fit-all lockdown has brought untold misery, suffering to farmers, labourers, daily wagers, business owner. Lockdown needs 'smart' upgrade, using mass testing to isolate virus hotspots and allowing businesses to reopen gradually.
