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People violate social distancing rule amid India lockdown in Karnataka's Hubli

Hubli (Karnataka), Mar 26 (ANI): People thronged in large numbers at a market in Karnataka's Hubli amid complete lockdown on March 26. Hubli's Gandhi market witnessed large gathering to buy essential commodities. The locals of Karnataka are not following government guidelines during lockdown period. They have violated social distancing rule.

Coronavirus pandemic: Security tightened at border areas amid India lockdown

New Delhi, Mar 26 (ANI): The movement of vehicles transporting essential commodities in the national capital is permitted during the 21-day nationwide lockdown. Delhi Police is monitoring the situation at Delhi-Noida border (Noida Sector-14-Mayur Vihar border) amid coronavirus pandemic. The services rendered by doctors and media fall under the category of 'essential services'. Their movement at Delhi-Noida Direct (DND) Flyway amid the lockdown is allowed. Private vehicles were being checked at the Delhi-Gurugram border, after the lockdown imposed due to COVID-19 outbreak.

COVID-19 outbreak: 5 positive cases found in Madhya Pradesh, says CMHO Indore

Indore (Madhya Pradesh), Mar 26 (ANI): While speaking to ANI, the Chief Medical and Health Officer (CMHO) of Indore, Dr Praveen Jadia spoke on coronavirus cases in Madhya Pradesh. He said, "Five new positive cases have found in Madhya Pradesh including four of Indore and one of Ujjain. According to our contact tracing, no history of travel has been found in them."

COVID-19 outbreak: Temples remain shut on 2nd day of 'Chaitra Navratri' amid India lockdown

New Delhi/ Mumbai, Mar 26 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a 21-day lockdown in the entire country. Delhi's Chhatarpur Temple remained closed on March 26 for devotees amid lockdown on second day of 'Chaitra Navratri'. Similar situation was seen at Jhandewalan Mandir in the national capital. The temple authorities have also put a notice board stating the temples will be closed to deal with the spread of coronavirus. On the other side, famous Mumba Devi Temple of Mumbai is also closed due to lockdown.

Newspapers sale gone down in Jammu amid COVID-19 outbreak

Jammu, Mar 26 (ANI): The sale and distribution of newspapers have gone down in Jammu amid COVID-19 outbreak. Distributers are facing difficulties as various shops are closed in the city amid lockdown in India. Several people are not buying newspapers with a fear that it will spread the disease. Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a 21-day lockdown in the entire country effective from midnight to deal with the spread of coronavirus on March 24, saying that social distancing is the only option to deal with the disease, which spreads rapidly.

Petrol pump staff plays cricket amid coronavirus lockdown in Visakhapatnam

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh), Mar 26 (ANI): A petrol pump staff played cricket in Andhra Pradesh's Visakhapatnam amid COVID-19 outbreak. They played cricket at a pump near Swarna Bharathi Indoor Stadium in Visakhapatnam. There are 10 positive cases of coronavirus in Andhra Pradesh. Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a 21-day lockdown in the entire country effective from midnight to deal with the spread of coronavirus on March 24, saying that social distancing is the only option to deal with the disease, which spreads rapidly.

Coronavirus pandemic: People buying essential commodities in Jammu amid India lockdown

Jammu, Mar 26 (ANI): People are purchasing essential commodities like vegetables and milk in Jammu on March 26 amid India lockdown. They are following guidelines of lockdown as advised by the state and central government to combat with COVID-19 outbreak. Meanwhile, heavy security has also been deployed in the city to check the situation amid lockdown.

Old, not grumpy: Older people resist daily temptations and are emotionally healthier

New Delhi, Mar 26 (ANI): The stereotype of grumpy old people apparently doesn't hold up under closer inspection as a new study from Duke and Vanderbilt University psychologists has revealed that older people are generally more emotionally stable and better able to resist temptations in their daily lives. The study was published in the journal Emotion. The researchers pinged 123 study participants aged 20 to 80 on their cell phones three times a day for ten days. Participants were asked to indicate how they felt on a five-point scale for each of eight emotional states, including contentment, enthusiasm, relaxation and sluggishness. Then they were asked whether they were desiring anything right then, including food or alcohol, cigarettes, social media, shopping, talking to someone, sex, sleep or work. They could report up to three temptations at once. Each participant had also been assessed on a standard measure of 'global life satisfaction,' which determined their general well-being, re

Coronavirus: 1200 people put under quarantine centre in city, says Kathua Dy Commissioner

Kathua (J-K), Mar 26 (ANI): The District administration of J-K's Kathua adopted strict action to observe lockdown in the city. While speaking to ANI, the Deputy Commissioner of Kathua, OP Bhagat said, "All those people who are coming from outside will be put in quarantine centre. Police buses will take them to the quarantine centre." "1200 people put under quarantine centre in Kathua under different centres," he added.

COVID-19: No celebration during 'Gudi Padwa' amid lockdown in Mumbai

Mumbai, Mar 26 (ANI): For the first time in history, Mumbai has witnessed complete lockdown and there was no processions, dance, music, dhol, decorations, colorful rangolis on every nook and corners of the city. The impact of lockdown has been observed during Gudi Padwa celebration in Girgaon area of Mumbai. Gudi Padwa is the traditional New Year for Maharashtrians and Konkanis which was a very low key affair this year as the state and country witness lockdown amid a battle with the novel Coronavirus. Gudi Padwa is celebrated on the first day of Chaitra month, marking the reaping of Rabi crops.

Germany delegation successfully evacuated from India amid lockdown

German nationals arrived at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport to take a special flight for Germany on March 26. The Germany delegation underwent security checks at IGI Airport. German nationals were stranded in India due to the lockdown. Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a 21-day lockdown in the entire country effective from midnight to deal with the spread of coronavirus on March 24, saying that social distancing is the only option to deal with the disease, which spreads rapidly.

Coronavirus pandemic: Cops distribute food, face masks to help needy amid lockdown in Bilaspur

Bilaspur (Chhattisgarh), Mar 26 (ANI): Police is working for social welfare as the country fights against coronavirus pandemic. They distributed food, face masks and soap to poor people in Chhattisgarh's Bilaspur as their livelihood is hampered due to nation-wide lockdown. Police also gave them lessons on social distancing and self isolation. Nation-wide lockdown has affected the livelihood of unorganised sector. Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a 21-day lockdown in the entire country effective from midnight to deal with the spread of coronavirus on March 24, saying that social distancing is the only option to deal with the disease, which spreads rapidly.

Spotify announces COVID-19 Music Relief Project

New Delhi, Mar 26 (ANI): Spotify has announced a new initiative to support the music community as the world grapples with the COVID-19 pandemic. The Spotify COVID-19 Music Relief project will recommend verified organisations that offer financial relief to those in the music community most in need around the world. As the official release notes, Spotify will match dollar-for-dollar public donations, up to a total Spotify contribution of USD 10 million. In addition to supporting the music community, Spotify made contributions to public health organisations, donated ad inventory and platform space to share news and health information, and created a COVID-19 hub for listeners to find news and information in one place.

Red Cross volunteers distribute fruits, face masks to cops deployed on streets amid lockdown

Bhubaneswar (Odisha), Mar 26 (ANI): Volunteers of Youth Red Cross Odisha distributed fruits, face masks and water bottles to police personnel's deployed on streets amid lockdown. Police is working for social welfare as the country fights against coronavirus pandemic. Bhubaneswar Police is giving people lessons on social distancing and self isolation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a 21-day lockdown in the entire country effective from midnight to deal with the spread of coronavirus on March 24, saying that social distancing is the only option to deal with the disease, which spreads rapidly.

COVID-19 outbreak: Kashmiri woman trying to help stranded passengers amid lockdown

New Delhi, Mar 26 (ANI): In view of the ongoing countrywide lockdown, a Kashmir-based woman in Delhi, Saba Bhat, and her team are trying to help the stranded passengers, who are unable to have transport, shelter and food. While speaking to ANI, Saba Bhat said, "There is a lockdown in the country. We started with a post and put it on different platforms. We have received around 900 calls who want help. We tried to help the people who are not able to get transport, food or accommodation." "We got support from the government machinery as well. We got help from journalists, who circulated the number. We got calls from Mumbai, Chandigarh, Bangalore and many other cities," she added. Talking about the problems associated with the initiative, she said that regular funding is an issue but her group is asking the people to contribute. "We are trying for crowd-funding and I did try to give some money from my side. A student's association in Hyderabad sent us Rs 10,000. We received Rs 1,000 from

COVID-19 outbreak: Mumbai Police using drones to monitor situation amid curfew

Mumbai, Mar 26 (ANI): The government of Maharashtra has announced a curfew in the state in backdrop of coronavirus pandemic. Mumbai Police made use of drones to monitor the situation and to check the movement of people in the city amid curfew. They also took strict action against those who are not following government orders during curfew. The tally of COVID-19 cases in Maharashtra has reached 122 on March 25.

Coronavirus pandemic: HP CM holds meeting with officials via video conferencing in Shimla

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh), Mar 26 (ANI): Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Jairam Thakur held meeting with several officials via video conferencing in Shimla amid coronavirus pandemic. He held video conferencing with District Collectors, Superintendents of Police (SP

Preparation for Rukuna Rath Yatra underway amid uncertainty over lockdown

Bhubaneswar (Odisha), Mar 25 (ANI): Rukuna Rath Yatra of Lord Lingaraj in Bhubaneswar is one of the biggest festivals of city where people gather in massive numbers to pull a chariot. Preparation for chariot festival is underway in Bhubaneswar. Rameshwar Deula is also closed amid coronavirus outbreak. The festival is expected to take place on designated date but participation of devotees is uncertain. During the 2020 Republic Day celebrations, the tableau of Odisha displayed the famous Rukuna Ratha Yatra of Lord Lingaraja.

Pledge to take care 9 families, street animals it will be true 'Navratri': PM Modi

New Delhi, Mar 25 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on March 25 on day one of 21-day countrywide lockdown praised the efforts of doctors and healthcare professionals over fighting COVID-19. He said, "Whoever has the capability, take the pledge to take care of 9 families for 21 days, it will be a true 'Navratri'. Due to the lockdown, animals are also facing trouble. I appeal to people to take care of the animals around them."

COVID-19: Healthcare professionals are like God, says PM Modi

New Delhi, Mar 25 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on March 25 on day one of 21-day countrywide lockdown praised the efforts of doctors and healthcare professionals over fighting COVID-19. He said, "Healthcare professionals working in white uniforms in hospitals are like God for us today, they are saving us from the disease. They are saving us by risking their own lives,"