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Covid-19: Second Brazilian health minister resigns, says prez in denial
As Teich announced his decision to step down, he warned the people of Brazil that the country was not ready to deal with the projected number of cases of the novel coronavirus
 "Covid-19: Second Brazilian health minister resigns, says prez in denial")
US to deliver millions of doses of Covid-19 vaccine by year-end: Trump
Operation Warp Speed is a "scientific, industrial, and logistical endeavour", unlike anything our country has seen since recent years, White House said
 "US to deliver millions of doses of Covid-19 vaccine by year-end: Trump")
Mobiles may be potential carriers of virus, can spread infection: Doctors
Mobile phones are one of the most highly touched surfaces according to the CDC, along with counters, tabletops, doorknobs, bathroom fixtures, toilets
 "Mobiles may be potential carriers of virus, can spread infection: Doctors")
India coronavirus dispatch: Pandemic and the challenge of behaviour change
From preparing for community transmission after lockdown, to relief for homeless migrants, and how to wear and remove a mask properly - read these and more in today's India dispatch
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Don't act like moneylenders, put more money in hands of poor: Rahul to govt
Gandhi said Prime Minister Narendra Modi should reconsider the package and fire up demand by giving money to the poor
 "Don't act like moneylenders, put more money in hands of poor: Rahul to govt")
World coronavirus dispatch: The US' $3-trn incremental response to slump
From a flop technology becoming a life-saver because of Covid-19, to a thread on last 'normal' photo on your phone, and Trump planning to restore WHO funding - read these and more in today's dispatch
 "World coronavirus dispatch: The US' $3-trn incremental response to slump")
Govt issues advisory for managing health care workers in hospitals
The nodal officer will ensure that health care workers in different settings of hospital shall use PPEs appropriate to their risk profile as detailed in the guidelines issued by ministry
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The show must go on: Performance artists struggle as gigs go online
Due to the lockdown, artists are turning to online shows but the concept of online concerts are still at a nascent stage making survival difficult for many
 "The show must go on: Performance artists struggle as gigs go online")
US House passes $3-trillion coronavirus relief package to revive economy
The rescue plan was approved on Friday night by a tight 208-199 margin amid opposition by Republicans
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Covid-19: White House official backs sops for firms moving to US from China
The US has expressed disappointment over China's handling of the coronavirus pandemic which has so far claimed 87,530 lives in America
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Covid-19 has shown investing in health is the smart thing to do: WHO chief
The WHO chief stressed that funding quality health for all doesn't just save live, it can also mean that children are healthy and can go to school
Lockdown 4.0: Kejriwal wants Modi to allow public transport, pvt offices
Wants religious places, gyms, cinema halls to remain closed, complete ban on all activities in containment zones
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Many treatments for Covid-19 under clinical trial, none approved yet: WHO
Over 2,500 patients have enrolled for WHO's'Solidarity Trial', a clinical trial focusing on some drugs and therapeutics
 "Many treatments for Covid-19 under clinical trial, none approved yet: WHO")
Stimulus 2.0: Reforms good, implementation a challenge, say food firms
The reason is the "well-oiled system" that exists right now, preventing farmers from approaching buyers directly.
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'Modi a friend', US to donate ventilators to 'friends in India', says Trump
To aid the US in its fight against coronavirus, India had last month allowed the export of 50 million hydroxychloroquine tablets on US President Donald Trump's request
 "'Modi a friend', US to donate ventilators to 'friends in India', says Trump")
Best of BS Opinion: Covid-19 big picture, migrant workers, and more
Here's a selection of Business Standard opinion pieces of the day
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Covid-19 crisis: IT services companies pad up to reopen offices for staff
Apart from issuing guidelines for employees with dos and don'ts, the companies are using technology-led solutions to ensure social distancing at workplaces.
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Coronavirus outbreak to leave a legacy of unprecedented global debt
Central banks and govts worldwide have unleashed at least $15 trillion of stimulus via bond-buying and budget spending to cushion the blow of a global recession tipped to be the worst since the 1930s.
Trade unions to go on strike on May 22 against labour laws suspension
While Uttar Pradesh has suspended major labour laws, Madhya Pradesh has tweaked some rules amid the lockdown to spur economic activities.
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More than 80% Indian households lost income during lockdown, says study
The findings are in line with previous data from the CMIE and others, which showed that more than 100 million Indians have lost their jobs since March 25
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