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Delhi-based firm launches 'Elderly First' mission to cater daily needs amid lockdown

New Delhi, Mar 29 (ANI): A Delhi NCR-based company Emoha has launched 'Elderly First' mission to cater senior citizens amid nationwide lockdown due to coronavirus spread. The company has started door-to-door service for elders. The facilities not only include distribution of essential services but also providing first aid if needed.

Cancer patients, their relatives stranded on Mumbai streets following lockdown

Mumbai (Maharashtra), Mar 29 (ANI): Cancer patients from different states who came to Mumbai for treatment at hospitals are stranded, along with their relatives amid coronavirus lockdown. One of the cancer patients, Rajith, said, "I'm from Jharkhand and had booked tickets for 23rd March, but everything closed down". He further added, "There are around 200 people like us who are stranded here. We cannot afford to pay rents nor can we go homes due to lack of transport. So, we are staying on roads, few locals arrange food for us".

Homeless get food at Delhi night shelters amid lockdown

New Delhi, Mar 29 (ANI): People at a Delhi govt-run night shelter in RK Puram were made to sanitize their hands in order to protect them from getting infected. They were served food free of cost during lockdown situation in the country. Cases of coronavirus in country have jumped in past few hours. There are 819 active cases at present, while 19 have died so far.

COVID-19 is not an airborne disease: WHO

New Delhi, Mar 29 (ANI): As the myths on COVID-19 are circulating all around, WHO cleared one of them. COVID-19 is not airborne disease, confirmed World Health Organization. WHO informed that coronavirus is mainly transmitted through droplets generated when an infected person coughs, sneezes or speaks. The droplets of virus are too heavy to hang in air. They quickly fall on floors or surfaces. A person can be infected by virus if he is within 1 metre of an infected person, or by touching a contaminated surface and then touching eyes, nose or mouth before washing hands.

3 arrested for manufacturing duplicate hand sanitizers in Hyderabad

Hyderabad (Telangana), Mar 29 (ANI): At least 3 people were held in possession of 188 bottles of duplicate hand sanitizers, on 27th March in Hyderabad. Further investigation is underway. More details are awaited. Cases of manufacturing fake sanitizers are on surge over high demand amid COVID-19.

Noida youth initiate free home delivery of essentials amid lockdown

Noida (UP), Mar 29 (ANI): As nationwide lockdown has bought normal life to a halt, two youngsters in Noida decided to ease life of their neighbours. They took a unique initiative to home delivery of essential items without charges. Step was taken by them so that the locals can avoid going out and stay safe amid coronavirus spread.

Apple launches COVID-19 information app, website

New Delhi, Mar 29 (ANI): In a bid to provide accurate and credible information to users about the COVID-19 pandemic, tech giant Apple has released a new dedicated app and website for users across the US. The new COVID-19 app and website provide the latest information and guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). As the official release notes, the app is available on the App Store. The users can also use the new tools to answer questions around risk factors, recent exposure, and symptoms. The tool will provide guidance on social distancing and self-isolating based on risk level. In addition to the new tools, Apple also enabled Siri to provide guidance and resources from the CDC. Users in the US can ask Siri, "How do I know if I have coronavirus?" to access the information.

Man dies after alleged police brutality in AP's Krishna

Krishna (Andhra Pradesh), Mar 29 (ANI): One person lost his life after he was allegedly beaten up by Police in Andhra Pradesh. Police held investigation against those who were gambling in Valivarthipadu village of AP. Players involved in the matter were allegedly beaten up by police, in which the person lost his life. Furious kin of deceased protested against the police.

Watch: Thousands of migrant workers throng Anand Vihar, Kashmiri Gate bus depot

New Delhi, Mar 28(ANI): Amidst Prime Minister Narendra Modi's national lockdown, Uttar Pradesh government arranged busses for migrant workers at Anand Vihar and Kashmiri Gate. People in huge numbers thronged the bus depot and rushed to get onto the busses. Irrespective of multiple initiatives and requests for social distancing, all precautionary measures for coronavirus pandemic went for a toss during the chaos.

COVID-19: PM Modi hails Akshay Kumar's Rs 25 cr donation to PM-CARES Fund

New Delhi, Mar 28 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on March 28 lauded Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar for donating Rs. 25 crore to PM-CARES Fund. The action hunk of Bollywood pledged to donate such an enourmous amount in the fight against the coronavirus pandemic. Twinkle Khanna also solute her husband's generosity by sharing a post on her twitter handle, "The man makes me proud. When I asked him if he was sure as it was such a massive amount and we needed to liquidate funds, he just said, ' I had nothing when I started and now that I am in this position, how can I hold back from doing whatever I can for those who have nothing.'" Recently, the Prime Minister has appealed the countrymen to donate whatever they can to 'Prime Minister's Citizen Assistance and Relief in Emergency Situations Fund (PM CARES Fund).' Several citizens including prominent personalities are donating and sharing PM Modi's twitter post on their social media accounts so that the message will reach to the masses.

RSS workers distribute grocery items to needy in Bengaluru

Bengaluru (Karnataka), Mar 28 (ANI): Essential grocery items are being distributed to the needy by RSS Swayamsevaks in Bengaluru. These items are being distributed in Vasantpur, Majestic, Hebbal, Thyagaraja Nagar and other areas. The grocery items are being distributed amid countrywide lockdown in wake of COVID-19. Till now, more than 800 people have been infected with deadly coronavirus and 19 people have lost their lives.

Police help sex workers in Kolkata as they struggle to feed themselves during lockdown

Kolkata, Mar 28(ANI): Amidst PM Modi's 'national lockdown' for 21 days, sex workers in Kolkata are struggling with the basic requirements as due to the coronavirus lockdown, their daily income has got affected. After one of them approached the counsellor, police and social organizations came forward to help them. During food distribution, social distancing was practised while police officials handed over the bags.

Should learn from countries to make lockdown successful: Kejriwal

New Delhi, Mar 28 (ANI): Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on March 28 addressed the people of Delhi. He said that we should learn from other countries to make the lockdown successful. He also gave example of British Prime Minister Johnson who tested positive of COVID-19.

People shouldn't wear masks, gloves this creates shortage for doctors: Dr Ravi Malik

New Delhi, Mar 28 (ANI): Malik Radix Hospital Promoter Dr. Ravi Malik on March 28 showed his concerns over shortage of masks and gloves in the market due to panic buying. He said, "People should not wear masks and gloves without medical advice as this creates a shortage in the market for doctors," He also said that PPKs production should be boosted as doctors are in constant exposure to COVID-19 virus.

Watch: Vehicles sanitised before entering holy city Ayodhya

Ayodhya (UP), Mar 28 (ANI): Ayodhya Municipal Corporation along with Fire Department on March 28 sanitised every vehicle which entered in the city. The fire department officials sprayed chemical mixed water on the vehicles to stop the spread of COVID-19 virus. Total 55 confirmed cases have been recorded in UP. 54 people in UP have been cured from the dreadful virus.

States have enough funds for relief measures: MHA

New Delhi, Mar 28(ANI): Ministry of Home Affairs, Joint Secretary, Punya Salila Srivastava informed that the Home Ministry has requested states and UTs to set up relief camps with arrangements of food and water for migrant workers. Joint Secretary also said that the HM has emphasised the states and UT to set up relief camps and also spread awareness about these arrangements through public address system, volunteers and NGOs. Punya further added that the states and UTs have been told to consume the State Disaster respond fund. "For the coming year Home Ministry has already allocated 29 thousand crore for state disaster respond fund therefore they have the required fund for safety measures.

Residents of Amritsar participating in 'Roti Bank' started by BJP leader

Amritsar (Punjab), Mar 28 (ANI): Residents of Punjab's Amritsar are participating and giving 'rotis' to a 'Roti Bank' started by BJP leader Tarun Chugh to provide food to the needy in the city. Chugh and some volunteers collect 'rotis' from people and distribute the food to the marginalised people of the city. Country is under 21-days of lockdown to fight against COVID-19.

Health Ministry confirms 149 fresh COVID-19 cases, 2 additional deaths

New Delhi, Mar 28(ANI): Union Health Ministry Joint Secretary, Lav Agarwal confirmed 873 coronavirus cases and 19 deaths so far. He said, "Since tomorrow, 149 COVID-19 cases have been reported along with 2 additional deaths." Lav Agarwal said that the Health Ministry, along with the State Governments, is working towards community surveillance, rigorous contact tracing and containment strategy. "We aim to ensure that lockdown and contact tracing is practiced across the country," he added. Health Ministry says that focus is towards the construction of dedicated COVID-19 hospitals and COVID-19 blocks along with isolation beds and required logistic to fight coronavirus pandemic.

COVID-19: Delhi govt ready to feed 4 lakh poor people, informs Kejriwal

New Delhi, Mar 28 (ANI): Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on March 28 informed that his government has made preparations to feed almost 4 lakh marginalized people in the Union territory. "We have built the capacity to feed at least 4 lakh people from today onwards. We are also distributing food in over 500 schools and 238 night shelters." He said that 568 schools have been converted into community kitchens to prepare food for the needy. Night shelters are also providing food and shelter to the poor people and flying squad also distributing food to hungry people by roaming around Delhi.

COVID-19: Health Ministry, AIIMS Delhi to conduct nationwide online training for doctors and nurses

New Delhi, Mar 28(ANI): Union Health Ministry, Joint Secretary, Lav Agarwal announced that All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) National Teleconsultation Centre (CoNTeC) has been inaugurated. He said that doctors across the country can get clinical guidance on COVID-19 patients through this centre. Lav Agarwal also assured that in the next 4-5 days, Health Ministry along with AIIMS Delhi will conduct nationwide online training of doctors and nurses on the management and follow-up guidelines of COVID-19 suspected patients.