Four deaths reported today including three in Chennai, total fatalities reach 44
Among 10 most affected Indian states, Punjab and Tamil Nadu have been doubling their count of cases at the fastest face; the UK has taken 26 more days than the US to reach 200,000 cases
A large number of cases reported today are linked to the spread from Koyambedu Market, the largest vegetable and fruits market in this part of the country
Automobile companies use half of their workforce and ensure social distancing as lockdown is eased
India on Tuesday saw its biggest single-day jump both in number of new cases and deaths
They say they may end up losing the orders on hand to units in other belts; may not be able to pay April wages; foresee law and order problem with agitated labour
State Chief Minister Palaniswami says industries from the US, Japan, South Korea, Singapore and Taiwan are planning to shift operations to countries like India
CM Palaniswami urges District Collectors not to hinder movement of farm produce, asks them to help farmers market their produce
Officials say the move will help the govt save over Rs 7,000 crore at a time when Covid-19 has hit its finances
Majority of industrial townships remain in red zones, restricting exports
HCL is also helping improve and expand state's disaster management helpline (1070) with technological upgrades, manpower assistance and reporting mechanisms
Total number of cases in the state now stands at 1,755, with 864 active ones; 114 patients discharged, taking total number of recoveries to 866
Restrictions to remain in force for four days in state capital and in Coimbatore, Tirupur, Salem and Madurai
Exporters want to be allowed to fulfill pending orders; many firms ask for labour transportation as they don't have accomodation at their factories
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Industries including automobile manufacturing and textiles, which were expecting a partial lifting of the lockdown, will remain closed now, said industry sources
Sector says new drought-resistant, high-yield and high-recovery cane to be introduced next year
Chief Minister K Palaniswami says decision was based on recommendation of an expert group and taken at the cabinet meeting held on April 11
The order, which is withdrawn, also gave permission to have skeletal staff for essential maintenance of all closed industrial units to facilitate their transportation for exports
Asks Govt to relax fiscal deficit limits, double Ways and Means limit