India Lockdown

Indian curfews bring forward orders for home textile exporters

Trident and Indo Count have firm orders for six months. Both saw strong growth in March 2021 quarter and expect the momentum to continue in FY22

After a strong exit to FY21, will the cement sector stay strong through mini lockdowns?

Until now, it was believed that Tier II cities, where housing and rural infrastructure projects have been progressing well, are less likely to be affected by the virulent second wave. But latest data say otherwise

Migrant labourers, unemployed youth or women workers: Who was the face of India’s COVID-19 induced unemployment?

Lockdown affected thousands of lives last year when COVID cases were at peak and everything was done to contain the spread of the virus. From unemployment to migrant labourers marching home, to people staying indoors, we saw it all. But the moot question is who suffered the most? Was it income less labourers or young unemployed youth or women workers? Let’s find out in this video

Online auction of antique jewels the new playground for super-rich Indians amid lockdown

The gems and jewellery segment in India may be facing losses of Rs 75,000 crore, but affluent Indians have found a new obsession: online jewellery auction of rare and collectable pieces with pedigree and provenance.

PM Narendra Modi speech: PM announces extension of PM Garib Kalyan Yojana till November-end

According to the PM, the extension of PM Garib Kalyan Yojana will cost Rs 90,000 crore to the Centre

In pics | Domestic flights resume across India after 2 months of coronavirus-led lockdown

Several states mandated quarantine for air passenger in a bid to prevent a surge in coronavirus cases. Several airlines cancelled flights without giving any prior notice to passengers.

In pics | People trickle outdoors as many states ease COVID-19 lockdown restrictions

As India entered its fourth phase of lockdown that began on May 18, several states eased the curbs to open up key economic activities in almost all areas except in the containment zones or high-risk locations.

In pics | Life of an artist inside four walls during the lockdown

Here’s how artist Network18's Rajkamal Aich coping with lockdown, keeping his creative juices flowing.

In pics | Indian Railways takes home 8 lakh migrant workers amid lockdown - check which state ran highest number of trains

Every Shramik train has 24 coached with 74 seats each. However only 54 people are allowed in one coach to maintain social distancing norms to stem the spread of COVID-19.

Explained | Contribution of migrant labour to Indian economy

Moneycontrol's Shraddha Sharma explains how migrant labour is the silent contributor to the Indian economy.

In Pics | Empty railway stations see some activity as Indian Railways partially resumes services

The Railways is partially resuming its services after one-and-a-half months.

Business Insights| Home vs livelihood: The dilemma of migrant workers

Special buses and trains have been arranged at the request of state governments to ferry stranded people home.

Suicide leading cause for over 300 lockdown-related deaths in India, reveals study

Other causes of the “non-coronavirus deaths” were withdrawal (a medical condition) and exhaustion.

GST audit guidelines need to be reviewed to include video conferencing: Experts

Experts say that with social distancing being a 'new normal' now, GST officials might have to explore more virtual verifications.

Slideshow | Impact of coronavirus lockdown on India's economy

The nationwide lockdown in India has crippled the country's economy.

In Pics | Animal lovers come to the rescue of stray animals during lockdown

The lockdown restrictions aren't a deterrent for these animal lovers as they ensure that the stray animals don't starve.

Coronavirus pandemic | Health ministry issues new guidelines for home isolation. Here's all you need to know

Caregivers and all close contacts of such cases should take hydroxychloroquine prophylaxis as prescribed by the treating medical officer

Coronavirus lockdown | Food travels by car, bike and boat to reach this tiny island on the Yamuna

Residents of Mayur Vihar Phase-I send food to the 80 islanders once a day

Coronavirus pandemic | Cops over 55 years can stay home, says Mumbai Police after 3 die of COVID-19

According to a central health ministry advisory, those above 55 are more prone to the Covid-19 infection and come under the high-risk category

Tamil Nadu builds makeshift walls to prevent inter-state movement

Vellore District Collector says the wall will prevent unauthorised entry of people, including migrant labourers, who use vehicles to enter Tamil Nadu without valid permission

In Pics: Check out these eerie images of city life disrupted by the novel coronavirus

India has extended the nationwide lockdown until May 3 to curb the spread of the novel coronavirus. Though some of the restrictions are eased in relatively less-affected areas, most of the new measures are targeted at easing pressure on farming and manufacturing sectors. Here is a look at city life that has come to a sudden standstill during the lockdown.

The eerie, unusual emptiness of Dalal Street sums up Mumbai lockdown