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Daily wage labourers protest in Madurai containment zone over lack of money to buy essentials

Madurai (TN), Apr 12 (ANI): Several daily wage labourers hit the streets in Madurai's Yagappa Nagar to protest. They claimed they don't have money to buy essential commodities amid coronavirus lockdown. MGR Street was declared as COVID-19 containment zone and sealed. Lives of daily wage labourers have been hit hard following lockdown announcement.

Alappuzha administration harnessing advanced tech to monitor COVID-19 situation

Alappuzha (Kerala), Apr 12 (ANI): From geo mapping to use of Interactive Voice Response (IVR) system for patients surveillance, the Alappuzha district of Kerala is one step ahead in their attempts to control the outbreak of COVID-19 by being technologically savvy. COVID-19 cell has been set up at Alappuzha District Collectorate to monitor quarantine compliance by possibly infected people in real time and their health conditions. It is done through Interactive Voice Response (IVR) System. While speaking to ANI, the District Collector of Alappuzha, M Anjana said, "In our COVID control room, we use technology to reach out to large number of people to provide them medical advice and assistance. Even in the case of community transmission of COVID-19, this cell can operate from remote areas." Geo mapping is used with assistance from Google to locate and shift patients to isolation wards. There are total 364 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Kerala including 2 deaths. According to the Ministr

Everyone being screened in 33 containment zones: Health Minister Satyendar Jain

New Delhi, Apr 12 (ANI): Informing about the precautions being taken at containment zones to restrict further spread of coronavirus, Delhi Health Minister Satyendar Jain on April 12 asserted that special attention is being paid at the zones and each individual in houses located at containment zones is being screened. "Special attention is being paid to the 33 areas which are sealed. Most importantly every individual in all houses is being screened. If someone is even a little symptomatic, they're being tested to see that they don't spread the infection," said Delhi Health Minister Satyendar Jain. Positive cases in Delhi have surpassed 1000 in Delhi.

COVID-19 lockdown: Cop's hand cut-off in attack by 'Nihangs' in Patiala

Patiala (Punjab), Apr 12 (ANI): Punjab Police ASI Harjeet Singh's hand was cut-off in an attack by a group of 'Nihangs' at Sabzi Mandi, in Patiala today. Other policemen also got injured. ASI Harjeet is undergoing surgery at PGI Chandigarh. As per Punjab Special Secreatry KBS Sidhu, 7 people have been arrested in connection with the incident.

Uruguayan national gets into verbal spat with Delhi Police over alleged lockdown violation

New Delhi, Apr 12 (ANI): Uruguayan national on a bicycle was stopped by Delhi Police allegedly for lockdown norms in Vasant Vihar. Argument broke out between woman and police personnel after she was stopped.

Pakistan using quarantine excuse to lockup lawyers in Gilgit

Gilgit-Baltistan (PoK), Apr 12 (ANI): Coronavirus pandemic has worsened woes of people in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK). While speaking to ANI, a senior lawyer from Gilgit-Baltistan, Mohammad Bakar Mehdi said, "The current situation in Gilgit-Baltistan is worst. They have put one lawyer in quarantine due to coronavirus pandemic. But, his test was result negative and Pakistan government hasn't released him yet and putting a lawyer inside quarantine is not the solution of any problem." "I request Pakistan government to have a look towards the worst situation of Gilgit-Baltistan. They should facilitate everyone in this area as well," he added.

Manufacturing of HCQ tablets in full swing at Zydus Cadila unit

Ahmedabad (Gujarat), Apr 11 (ANI): Manufacturing of Hydroxychloroquine tablets has been paced up by Indian pharmaceutical giant Zydus Cadila's Ahmedabad manufacturing unit. There has been an increase in the demand of the tablets all over the world after the drug deemed to be useful in dealing with COVID-19. Zydus Cadila CEO Pankaj Patel had informed that the company will produce around 15 crore tablets by next month.

COVID-19: Police surveillance tightened in 'Red Zone' of Jammu

Jammu, Apr 12 (ANI): Security has been tightened in Jammu amid coronavirus lockdown on April 12. 'Red Zone' in Bathindi area of Jammu is under surveillance. There are total 207 confirmed cases of coronavirus in JandK including four deaths and 6 have been cured.

COVID-19: Heavy security, barricading in Srinagar to ensure lockdown

Srinagar, Apr 12 (ANI): Heavy security has been deployed in Srinagar to keep a watch at the check points to restrict unnecessary movement. 207 positive cases have been registered so far in Jammu and Kashmir.

COVID-19: Mehrauli Sabzi Mandi temporarily relocated around Mehrauli DTC bus terminal

New Delhi, Apr 12 (ANI): Mehrauli Sabzi Mandi has been temporarily relocated around Mehrauli DTC bus terminal amid coronavirus pandemic. This decision was taken to ensure social distancing amid lockdown. Nationwide lockdown has been imposed in backdrop of COVID-19 outbreak. Vegetable markets are witnessing massive rush and social distancing norms violation. There are total 1069 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Delhi including 19 deaths. According to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the total number of COVID-19 active cases rose to 7367 in India and 273 deaths.

Depression cases relapsing due to COVID-19 situation: Ganga Ram Hospital's psychiatrist

New Delhi, Apr 12 (ANI): Speaking about the psychological impact due to coronavirus, Sri Ganga Ram Hospital's psychiatrist, Dr Rajiv Mehta stated that anxiety plays a vital role in health. "Most of the problem is coming with the persons who have been previously depressed and anxious. Even if a small amount of cough occurs, they get further more anxious. Basically depression is coming back, in the previously ill person, although who have been stable are again relapsing," said psychiatrist, Dr Rajiv Mehta. "Depression, anxiety is increasing with the situation that prevails today. The most affected are the ones who are already getting treatment," he further added.

COVID-19 lockdown: Bandra-Worli Sea Link remains deserted

Mumbai, Apr 12 (ANI): Low vehicular movement was seen at the Bandra-Worli Sea Link in Mumbai on April 12 amid nation-wide coronavirus lockdown. Maharashtra continues to be on top in most number of COVID-19 cases (1761). Security personnel have been deployed in Mumbai's densely populated Dharavi to ensure lockdown. Dharavi has recorded a total of 28 corornavirus positive cases and 4 deaths so far. Door-to-door testing has also begun in the area.

Dairy farmers facing losses amid lockdown in Maharashtra's Nashik

Nashik (Maharashtra), Apr 09 (ANI): The dairy farmers in Maharashtra's Nashik are facing losses due to the lockdown. Nationwide lockdown has been imposed in backdrop of COVID-19 outbreak. Milk price dipped to almost half amid pandemic and farmers are forced to sell the milk at low prices. While speaking to ANI, one of the farmers said, "We used to sell milk at Rs 50-55 per kg, now we have to sell it at Rs 30-35 per kg. The demand is low as hotels and tea stalls are closed. It is becoming difficult to manage expenses." There are total 1574 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Maharashtra including 110 deaths and 188 have been cured.

COVID-19: Muzaffarpur prison gets disinfection tunnel

Muzaffarpur (Bihar), Apr 12 (ANI): A disinfection tunnel has been installed at Khudiram Bose Central Jail for police personnel in Bihar's Muzaffarpur amid coronavirus threat. Disinfection tunnel disinfects by spraying people with small percentage of Sodium hypochlorite solution through nozzles. There are total 60 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Bihar including 1 death.

Children in Ambala empty piggy bank to contribute in PM-CARES fund

Ambala (Haryana), Apr 12 (ANI): Contributing their bit to support Prime Minister Narendra Modi in fight against coronavirus, a 6-year-old and a 5-year-old donated their piggy bank to PM-CARES fund. "I saved this money to buy spider man but then virus situation occurred in India, and I thought to help by donating the money I have saved in my piggy bank," said 5-year-old. "My kids also wanted to help in India's battle with coronavirus, they decided to donate the money they have collected so far," informed their mother, Rita.

Churches in Mumbai remain shut on Easter

Mumbai, Apr 12 (ANI): Churches in Mumbai remained closed on Easter Sunday due to suspension of mass gatherings after COVID-19 spread. 'Basilica of Our Lady of The Mount' in Bandra wore a deserted look. St Michael's Church in Mahim also remained shut in view of the situation. Easter marks the resurrection of Jesus Christ following his crucifixion on Good Friday. It also marks the culmination of Lent, a 40-day period of fasting and penance.

Gurugram hotspots wear deserted look amid sealing

Gurugram (Haryana), Apr 12 (ANI): Housing Board Colony and Devilal Nagar wore a deserted look in Haryana's Gurugram on April 12 amid coronavirus lockdown. Nine areas in Gurugram have been declared containment zones for all the purposes and objectives as prescribed in the protocol to combat COVID-19. Areas were sealed to prevent spread in the adjoining areas. Nationwide lockdown has been imposed in backdrop of COVID-19 outbreak. There are total 177 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Haryana including three deaths and 29 cured. According to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the total number of COVID-19 active cases rose to 7367 in India and 273 deaths.

Drive-through COVID-19 testing facility launched in Gurugram

Gurugram (Haryana), Apr 12 (ANI): A drive-through sample collection centre has been set up in Haryana's Gurugram to ease COVID-19 tests. This initiative was started by Healthians lab on April 11 along with Municipal Corporation of Gurugram. Any person can apply for COVID-19 test by filling their details online. The facility has been established in collaboration with the Healthians testing group at Tau Devi Lal Stadium. While speaking to ANI, the Commissioner of Municipal Corporation of Gurugram, Vinay Pratap Singh said, "One can apply for the test by filling details online. The patient can drive on own or can be accompanied by another person." "It takes about 1-2 minute to collect nasal or throat swab and the reports will be given online. It is compulsory for those who want to be tested for COVID-19 to obtain a prescription from a registered medical practitioner," he added. There are total 177 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Haryana including three deaths and 29 cured. According to t

COVID-19: Delhiites violate 'social distancing' norm at Azadpur Mandi

New Delhi, Apr 12 (ANI): Massive crowd was seen at a vegetable market in Delhi on April 12 amid nationwide lockdown in the wake of coronavirus pandemic. Delhiites were seen violating norms of social distancing while purchasing vegetables. On April 11, District Magistrate North directed DCP North West and Secretary APMC took all necessary measures to ensure social distancing protocol is followed at Azadpur Mandi and took strict action against those violating norms. There are total 903 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Delhi including 14 deaths. According to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the total number of COVID-19 active cases surpassed 7,000 in India with over 240 deaths.

'Donation on Wheels' ensures no one sleeps empty stomach in Raipur

Raipur (Chhattisgarh), Apr 12(ANI):Chhattisgarh Government and Raipur Municipal Corporation provided food to the needy through 'Donation on Wheels' scheme. The aim of this scheme is to ensure that no one sleeps empty stomach in the city. Through 'Donation on Wheels', Chhattisgarh government and Raipur Municipal Corporation collected raw food from people who are capable enough to donate. "We had not expected that people of Raipur will donate this much. People who are not able to provide raw food packets due to any reason, we have asked them to donate value of one packet, i.e, Rs. 350. We will purchase ration of that amount and give them the bill," said CEO of Zila Panchayat, Gaurav Singh. On April 11, Bal Gopal Hospital of Raipur donated 200 packets of raw food in 'Donation on Wheels.' The Hospital provides free food.