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COVID-19: 'It is essential to understand the ailment', says ICMR DG

New Delhi, Mar 22 (ANI): Director-General Indian Council of Medical Research Balram Bhargava on March 22 informed, "It is essential to understand the ailment. 80 percent of the people will experience cold-like fever and they will recover. 20 percent may experience cough, cold, fever and some of them may be needed to be admitted to hospital."

COVID-19: People clap, ring bells to appreciate essential service providers

New Delhi, Mar 22 (ANI): The nation came together to appreciate the essential service providers amid coronavirus pandemic. People expressed their appreciation by clapping, ringing bells and thumping utensils from their balconies. People of all ages came in their balconies to show solidarity as the world struggles with difficult times. The disease has claimed thousands of lives worldwide. India has reported over 340 positive cases while the death toll has mounted to 6. Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged countrymen to observe 'Janta Curfew' on March 22 from 7 AM-9 PM. He also requested citizens to encourage the people working in essential services, in the times of coronavirus.

COVID-19: Centre asks States to put 75 districts with positive cases under lockdown

New Delhi, Mar 22 (ANI): Health Ministry Joint Secretary Luv Aggarwal on March 22 informed that Central government has asked state governments to issue directions to the 75 districts that have positive cases to stop all services except the emergency services. He also informed that DMRC and inter-state bus services have also been suspended to contain the spreading the coronavirus.

Janta Curfew: Pigeons have a field day on empty streets

Pune (Maharashtra)/ New Delhi, Mar 22 (ANI): Pigeons were seen roaming on streets as Indian cities were deserted. India is observing 'Janta Curfew' on March 22 from 7 AM to 9 PM. The birds were seen pecking on the grain undisturbed as public transport came to halt. Several states have announced lockdown till March 31 amidst coronavirus outbreak.

Uttarakhand CM announces state-wide lockdown till March 31

Dehradun (Uttarakhand), Mar 22 (ANI): Uttarakhand Chief Minister Trivendra Singh Rawat announced a state-wide lockdown after observing Janta Curfew's affect. He said, "After the nationwide 'Janta Curfew' that was observed today against coronavirus, we have decided to continue the curfew in the entire state till 31st March. However, essential services, such as food and medicines, will be available for all." He further added, "We've decided that inter-city and inter-state bus services will remain suspended till 31 March. People should travel minimum during the lockdown, they should not rush from the city or village they are living in at present to other places."

Coronavirus: Delhi Metro suspends services till March 31

New Delhi, Mar 22 (ANI): In view of increasing cases of coronavirus in the country, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) suspended its services till March 31st to combat spread. DMRC took strict decision as lakhs of passengers use its services daily for commuting. The metro services will operated for essential internal operational maintenance activities during this duration and security of the system will continue to be taken care of by CISF, DMRC said in a statement. Noida-Greater Noida metro, city bus services will also be suspended till March 31 with immediate effect, declared NMRC.

Anti-CAA protest continues near Lucknow's Clock Tower amid Janta Curfew

Lucknow (UP), Mar 22 (ANI): While cities across India are observing Janta Curfew, anti-CAA protestors refused to budge at Lucknow's Clock Tower. Protestors were seen sitting with anti-CAA, NPR placards. PM Modi had appealed people of the nation to observe self imposed curfew on March 22.

Heavy shelling by Pakistan at Hiranagar border in J-K

Kathua (Jammu and Kashmir), Mar 22 (ANI): Pakistani rangers initiated heavy shelling in residential areas of Hiranagar sector of Kathua District in Jammu and Kashmir. The shelling has targeted border village in Manyari-Chorgali area. Fortunately there is no human loss so far as the alert border residents left their homes and moved to bunkers. However, the border residents shows serious concern about the Pakistan firing to target the civil population and said that they are suffering a lot as their house and crops are have been attacked during the shelling.

COVID-19: Indian Railways cancels all passenger trains till March 31

New Delhi, Mar 22 (ANI): Indian Railways has decided to cancel all passenger trains till March 31 to combat spread of coronavirus. Trains which had already commenced their journey prior to 4am today will run up to their destinations. Passengers who booked prior tickets will get 100 percent refund. At least 12 people who travelled in trains were found Novel Coronavirus positive this week.

Janta Curfew: Mumbai's Marine Drive deserted

Mumbai, Mar 22 (ANI): Scenic Marine Drive which is usually packed with visitors was deserted as Mumbai observes Janta Curfew. Cities across India are staying indoors over COVID-19 outbreak in India. Maharashtra has been worst hit by coronavirus with over 60 positive cases.

COVID-19: 'We are following Centre's advisory', says CM Bhupesh Baghel

Raipur (Chhattisgarh), Mar 22 (ANI): Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh, Bhupesh Baghel on Sunday said that central governments' advisory is being followed to combat with COVID-19 in his state. Chhattisgarh CM further said, "All bus services have been suspended, shops and markets are shut today." "I have received information that several naxals have been killed and many are injured in the encounter, while 17 jawans are missing," says CM Baghel on March 21 encounter between jawans and naxals in Sukma.

Delhi Police officials inspect site near Shaheen Bagh where allegedly bomb was hurled

New Delhi, Mar 22 (ANI): Delhi Police officials arrived at Shaheen Bagh to inspect site where crude bomb was allegedly hurled earlier today. Fire broke out near the anti-CAA protest on March 22. No injuries were reported in the incident.

Uttarakhand CM hails people of state for supporting 'Janta Curfew'

Dehradun (Uttarakhand), Mar 22 (ANI): Chief Minister of Uttarakhand, Trivendra Singh Rawat on Sunday praised people of state for the way they are supporting 'Janta Curfew' announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. "It is highly commendable," he added.

14 people tested positive for coronavirus in Punjab: Health Minister

Chandigarh, Mar 22 (ANI): Punjab Health Minister BS Sidhu informed that 14 people have tested positive for coronavirus in the state. Chief Minister of Punjab, Captain Amarinder Singh ordered lockdown till March31 to check spread of COVID-19. "During the lockdown in the state, there will be a regular supply of all essential commodities," Health Minister BS Sidhu said. Health Minister BS Sidhu also appealed to all citizens to follow government advisories to fight against this virus. According to Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), 341 people have tested positive for Coronavirus in India.

Coronavirus patient dies due to kidney failure in Bihar

Patna (Bihar), Mar 22 (ANI): One patient passed away on March 21 due to kidney failure and his tests have come positive for coronavirus. "A woman has also tested positive, she is admitted at AIIMS," informed Bihar Chief Secretary Deepak Kumar.

Coronavirus can hit half the population of country if we don't stop it now: Yoga Guru Ramdev

New Delhi, Mar 22 (ANI): Yoga Guru, Ramdev said that the pandemic coronavirus can hit half the population of country if we don't stop it now. The Yoga Guru also said that India doesn't have huge numbers of doctors and hospitals that can serve the population of the country, if the situation cases of coronavirus increases. "Coming two months is crucial to India, as we are at stage three of coronavirus rights now, it is important that we should start taking strict action against the pandemic and take every single precaution to avoid it," Yoga Guru further said. Yoga Guru also urged people to adapt healthy practices to avoid increasing number of coronavirus cases and suggested couples of 'asana' to avoid the pandemic.

Kerala and Mumbai's beaches observes 'Janata Curfew'

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala), Mumbai, Mar 22 (ANI): The beaches of Kerala and Mumbai are deserted as nationwide 'Janata Curfew' is being observed today, in wake of coronavirus. Mumbai's famous 'Juhu' Beach in Mumbai also observed 'Janata Curfew'. The 'Janata Curfew' will be maintained nation-wide between 7 am and 9 pm. Prime Minister Narendra Modi in an address to the nation last week urged citizens to stay at indoors during this 'self imposed curfew'. Meanwhile, 324 people have so far been found to have contracted the disease. Kerala and Mumbai's beaches observes 'Janata Curfew' Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala), Mumbai, Mar 22 (ANI): The beaches of Kerala and Mumbai are deserted as nationwide 'Janata Curfew' is being observed today, in wake of coronavirus. Mumbai's famous 'Juhu' Beach in Mumbai also observed 'Janata Curfew'. The 'Janata Curfew' will be maintained nation-wide between 7 am and 9 pm. Prime Minister Narendra Modi in an address to the nation last week urged citizens to stay a

COVID19: 'Don't panic, just make social distance' says Cardiologist Dr Manoj Kumar

New Delhi, Mar 22 (ANI): As nation is observing self imposed curfew today, doctors advising people to not panic in the situation. While talking to ANI, Cardiologist, Doctor Manoj Kumar from Max Super Speciality Hospital said that there is no need to be panic just takes the primary precautionary measures to avoid coronavirus.

Watch: Empty streets and closed shops during 'Janata Curfew' in Delhi's heart CP

New Delhi, Mar 22 (ANI): Empty streets and closed shops were seen in Delhi's heart Connaught Place on March 22. Self-imposed 'Janata Curfew' is being observed in the country to fight coronavirus. 'Janata Curfew' will be maintained nation-wide between 7 am and 9 pm.

Shaheen Bagh protesters allege petrol bomb hurled

New Delhi, Mar 22 (ANI): Protesters at Shaheen Bagh alleged that a petrol bomb was hurled nearby the anti-Citizenship Amendment Act protest site on March 22. One of the protester said they are following the 'Janta Curfew' very keenly but someone came thrown the petrol bomb, however no injuries has been reported in the incident so far. Protesters demanded strong action against the perpetrators. Prime Minister Narenra Modi has given a call for a 'janata curfew' on to tackle the increasing number of novel coronavirus. Meanwhile, on Monday, the Supreme Court will hear petitions seeking the removal of anti-CAA protesters from Shaheen Bagh to prevent the spread of coronavirus, along with other pleas pending before it in the matter.