New Delhi, Mar 25 (ANI): Addressing a press conference, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal issued a helpline number for people amid lockdown. "Police Commissioner has introduced a helpline number at his office, if you face any difficulty, you can call at this number. The number is: 23469536," said CM Kejriwal.
Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh), Mar 25 (ANI): Amid lockdown, Uttar Pradesh Government officials flagged off vehicles carrying essential supplies which will be delivered to houses. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced a nation-wide lockdown for 21 days in the country.
New Delhi, Mar 25 (ANI): Addressing a press conference, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal requested people to not panic amid coronavirus situation. He also assured that there will be no shortage of essential services. "There is no need to panic. After PM Modi's speech yesterday, people started lining up at shops for essential services. I again appeal to people to not do panic buying, I assure everyone that there will be no shortage of essential services," said Kejriwal. "We will issue passes for those providing essential services, E-passes will be provided to those who need to open their shops and factories for these services," he further added.
Ahmedabad (Gujarat), Mar 25 (ANI): In a media brief happened in Gujarat's Ahmedabad, Principal Secretary of Gujarat Health and Family Welfare Department confirmed that three new coronavirus positive cases have been reported in the city. She said, "38 positive cases reported in Gujarat till date. So, it is important to follow the lockdown to break the chain of COVID-19 virus. Three new coronavirus positive cases have been reported in Gujarat's Ahmedabad, one has a travel history while two others have local transmission."
Katra (JandK), Mar 25 (ANI): Police barricading continued at Jammu and Kashmir's Katra to maintain law and order situation amid lockdown. In a move to contain the contagious disease, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on March 24 announced a nationwide lockdown for 21 days in the country. Those rendering or availing essential services will only be allowed to pass amid lockdown.
New Delhi, Mar 25 (ANI): Delhi Lt Governor Anil Baijal held a meeting over coronavirus with Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on March 25. Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia was also present in the meeting. In a move to contain the contagious disease, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on March 24 announced a nationwide lockdown for 21 days in the country.
Kochi (Kerala), Mar 25 (ANI): Movement of people except those rendering or availing essential services are not being allowed by Police as lockdown continues in Kerala amid the dreadful situation led by coronavirus in the country. Prime Minister Narendra Modi yesterday announced nationwide lockdown for 3 weeks to restrict the further spread of the disease.
New Delhi, Mar 25 (ANI): Russian nationals arrived at IGI Airport to take 'special' flight for Russia on March 25. Around 388 Russian citizens successfully transported by special Aeroflot flight as they were stranded in India due to the lockdown. Press Attache of Russian Embassy, Evgeny Bereka said, "Russian Embassy has successfully facilitated transportation by special Aeroflot flight of about 388 Russian citizens who were stranded in India due to the lock down" Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced a nation-wide lockdown for 21 days in the country.
Jodhpur (Rajasthan), Mar 25 (ANI): At least 277 evacuees from Iran arrived at Jodhpur Airport on March 25. A preliminary screening was conducted at the airport upon arrival and thereafter, the evacuees were shifted to the Army Wellness Facility established in Jodhpur Military Station. Mahan Air flight carried 277 Indian passengers landed at Delhi airport today early morning from Iran's Tehran.
Mumbai, Mar 25 (ANI): Aarti was performed at Mumbadevi Temple by priests and temple trustees on the first day of 'Chaitra Navratri' in Mumbai on March 25. The temple is closed for devotees. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced a nation-wide lockdown for 21 days in the country.
Bengaluru, Mar 25 (ANI): People in Bengaluru took a unique method to maintain social distancing amid coronavirus lockdown. They drew circles outside a grocery store to maintain a specific distance between two people. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced a nation-wide lockdown for 21 days in the country.
New Delhi, Mar 25 (ANI): Police barricading continued at Uttar Pradesh-Delhi border to stop movement of vehicles on March 25. Those rendering or availing essential services will only be allowed to pass amid lockdown. Police officials were seen at Delhi Noida Direct Flyway (DND). Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced a nation-wide lockdown for 21 days in the country.
Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh), Mar 25 (ANI): Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Yogi Adityanath shifted 'Ram Lalla' idol to a temporary structure near Manas Bhawan in Ram Janmabhoomi premises on March 25, till the completion of the construction of Ram Temple. CM Yogi Adityanath also performed puja at Manas Bhawan. He also presented a cheque of Rs 11 lakh for the construction of the temple.
Khammam (Telangana), Mar 25 (ANI): A woman doctor was allegedly manhandled by a police official while going on her duty in Telangana's Khammam amid coronavirus lockdown on March 24. Speaking on it, she said, "He seized my ID card and phone, and manhandled me. He dragged me holding my hair. I have filed a complaint, following which he apologized."
Kolkata, Mar 25 (ANI): Domestic flights in Kolkata will remain suspended from March 25. Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport was seen deserted. International flight services were suspended on March 22. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced a nation-wide lockdown for 21 days in country.
New Delhi, Mar 25 (ANI): Jhandewalan Mandir remained closed for devotees amid lockdown, on first day of 'Chaitra Navratri' on March 25. The temple authorities have also put a notice board saying 'the temple will remain closed from 21st March till further notice as per the guidelines of the government'. Meanwhile, Kalkaji Mandir is also closed due to lockdown. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced a nation-wide lockdown for 21 days in the country.
New Delhi, Mar 25 (ANI): Pinterest rolled out today a new feature to help millions of people stuck at home to make the most of the isolation time and continue feeding their creative minds. The new Today tab includes curated topics and trending pins, making it easier for users to discover popular and timely ideas. Pinterest has also launched a compassionate search on the web as searches for calming quotes tripled in the past few weeks, the official blog notes. Meanwhile, Pinterest is banning misinformation on COVID-19 and ads claiming to offer cures or treatments, or looking to exploit the COVID-19 crisis. Users will also be able to flag misinformation easily through an option on pins. Over the coming weeks, Pinterest will start showing credible information from the World Health Organisation (WHO) and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) on topics like hand washing during the coronavirus epidemic.
Pune (Maharashtra), Mar 25 (ANI): The Maharashtra government has announced a curfew in the state in the backdrop of coronavirus pandemic. Pune Police took strict action against those who are not following government orders during curfew. The tally of COVID-19 cases in Maharashtra has reached 101 on March 24 with three new cases in Pune and one in Satara. According to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the total number of active COVID-19 cases reported so far in India stands at 536. The essential goods will remain available to the public amid such times of a health crisis.
New Delhi, Mar 25 (ANI): A gurdwara at Delhi's Majnu Ka Tilla has offered to give quarantine and isolation facilities for the treatment of coronavirus-affected people. The gurdwara has allotted neat and sanitised 12 rooms along with 24 hours service to cater to the needs of the patients. The Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee (DSGMC) will provide separate rooms for health staff, ample parking in gurdwara premises and the safest and secure environment. There are 30 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Delhi. While speaking to ANI, the chief priest of the Majnu Ka Tilla gurdwara Kulwant Singh said, "The coronavirus has spread across the world. DSGMC has decided to cooperate with the government. We all should take precautions as till now there is no cure of the disease." "People should come out only when it is urgent and should avoid any assembly," he added. According to Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), the total number of coronavirus positive cases rose to 536 in India inclu
Krishna (Andhra Pradesh), Mar 25 (ANI): Villagers blocked road in Andhra Pradesh's Krishna district to prevent from coronavirus threat on March 24. People of Jagannadhapuram have blocked the road between two villages in Krishna district. Villagers appealed that nobody should come to their village. The villagers laid a fence with logs of trees and plants on the road so that no vehicles can enter inside the village. The number of positive cases of coronavirus has climbed to eight in Andhra Pradesh.