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Hope 'Janata Curfew' can be implemented for a week or 10 days: Dr Naresh Trehan

New Delhi, Mar 22 (ANI): While speaking to ANI in the national capital on March 21, the Chairman and Managing Director (MD) of Medanta Heart Institute, Dr Naresh Trehan spoke about coronavirus threat. He said, "I am hoping that this lockdown ('Janata Curfew') can be implemented for a week or 10 days. We are still not prepared for very large number of people getting infected and sick." "The financial burden of coronavirus is going to be devastating to everybody," Dr Naresh Trehan added.

Auto, taxi drivers laud 'Janata Curfew' of PM Modi in Delhi

New Delhi, Mar 22 (ANI): The nation is going to observe 'Janata Curfew' on March 22 where auto-rickshaws and taxis will be off-road but this move has not deterred the spirit of these people as they lauded the initiative of Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the fight against coronavirus outbreak despite the fact their earnings will be hit as against other days. While speaking to ANI, one of the auto driver said, "If we are alive then only we can earn. This decision is taken for our own good. This disease is very dangerous. People can adjust for 3-4 days. We totally support the move by Modi government." Sharing the similar sentiment, one of the cab driver said, "The decision taken by PM Modi is for the longer good. Though, we will face difficulty but we want to get rid of this disease as quickly as possible." On March 19, Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid emphasis on individual 'determination' and 'restraint through social distancing' in fighting the global pandemic and called for 'Janata

Positive cases of COVID-19 rise to 27 in Delhi

New Delhi, Mar 22 (ANI): According to Health Department of Delhi, number of positive cases of novel coronavirus in Delhi rose to 27. Out of the 27 positive cases, 20 people are currently admitted in various hospitals, five people have been discharged while one person has migrated out of the country. One person has lost his life due to coronavirus in Delhi. In India, total number of positive cases of COVID-19 has gone up to 315. The WHO has declared COVID-19 a pandemic.

Instagram tests disappearing DMs

New Delhi, Mar 22 (ANI): Instagram is testing a new feature which will let you send traceless DMs to your friends. Reverse app engineer Jane Manchun Wong tweeted on the feature in action, where the message once seen by the recipient disappears instantly. However, the feature is said to be in an "early barebone version," according to Wong. In response to her tweet, Instagram's PR team wrote, "We're always exploring new features to improve your messaging experience. This feature is still in early development and not testing externally just yet!".

15 jawans airlifted to Raipur for medical aid in Sukma naxal encounter

Raipur (Chhattisgarh), Mar 22 (ANI): A massive encounter broke out between District Reserve Guard (DRG) jawans and naxals in forests of Chhattisgarh's insurgency-hit Sukma district on March 21. Around 15 DRG jawans sustained injuries in the fierce gun-battle with naxals. They have been airlifted to Raipur and being brought to Ramkrishna Care Hospitals for medical aid. The encounter took place near Minpa area in Sukma. More details are awaited in this regard.

COVID-19 outbreak: Indians aren't mentally disciplined, says Dr Naresh Trehan

New Delhi, Mar 22 (ANI): While speaking to ANI in the national capital on March 21, the Chairman and Managing Director (MD) of Medanta Heart Institute, Dr Naresh Trehan spoke about coronavirus threat. He said, "India has a very large population and lots of people are not into hygiene as a major expression of oneself. They are not conscious about their cleanliness so we are at a much higher danger than most other countries." "It is a very serious situation and people in India are not that mentally disciplined," Dr Naresh Trehan added.

COVID-19 can remain infectious for days on surfaces, reveals study

New Delhi, Mar 22 (ANI): As people are taking precautionary measures to combat the spread of the deadly coronavirus, a new scientific study has found that the virus that causes COVID-19 remains for several hours to days on surfaces and in aerosols. The study published in the New England Journal of Medicine said that people may acquire the novel coronavirus through the air and after touching contaminated objects. Scientists discovered the virus is detectable for up to three hours in aerosols, up to four hours on copper, up to 24 hours on cardboard and up to two to three days on plastic and stainless steel. The study attempted to mimic the virus being deposited onto everyday surfaces in a household or hospital setting by an infected person through coughing or touching objects, for example. The scientists then investigated how long the virus remained infectious on these surfaces.

Locals hail JandK govt's public transportation suspension move amid coronavirus threat

Jammu, Mar 22 (ANI): The public transport got affected in Jammu amid coronavirus outbreak. It came after Jammu and Kashmir government suspended public transport movement to combat from the virus. The government has taken this stop to promote social distancing. 4 positive cases of coronavirus have been registered in Jammu as of now. In India, a total of 315 positive cases of coronavirus have been registered so far. The WHO has declared COVID-19 a pandemic.

Indian Railways cancels all trains on Sunday due to Janata Curfew

New Delhi, Mar 22 (ANI): In the wake of 'Janata Curfew' being declared on March 22, all over Indian Railways, no train will start from its originating station from 4 am to 10 pm informed Chief Public Relation Officer of East Coast Railway, JP Mishra. He further informed, "Trains that have started from originating station and are on run before 4 am of March 22, 2020 will be allowed to run upto their destination stations." In East Coast Railway, 48 express trains and 93 ordinary passenger trains are cancelled. In total 141 trains cancelled by East Coast Railway. The step has been taken after PM Modi declared 'Janata Curfew' to be held on March 22. The total number of positive cases of coronavirus has climbed to 315.

Sukma naxal encounter: 14 jawans airlifted to Raipur for treatment

Raipur (Chhattisgarh), Mar 22 (ANI): An encounter broke out between security forces and naxals in forests of Chhattisgarh's insurgency-hit Sukma district on March 21. The encounter took place near Minpa area in Sukma. Around 14 District Reserve Guard (DRG) jawans sustained injuries in the fierce gun-battle with naxals. They have been airlifted to Raipur and being brought to RamKrishna Care Hospitals. More details are awaited in this regard.

Congress MLAs meet Shivraj Chouhan at his residence in Bhopal

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh), Mar 22 (ANI): The rebel Congress MLAs who had recently joined Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) met party leader and former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on March 21. The MLAs met him at his residence in Madhya Pradesh's Bhopal. Earlier, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Kamal Nath tendered his resignation on March 20 to Governor Lalji Tandon following the resignation of 22 Congress MLAs.

22 rebel Congress MLAs joined BJP, all of them will get tickets: Jyotiraditya Scindia

New Delhi, Mar 21 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Jyotiraditya Scindia along with rebel Congress MLAs met BJP president JP Nadda at latter's residence on March 21. After the meet, Scindia said, "Our 22 MLAs have joined BJP today with the blessings of Party President JP Nadda. All will get tickets. He encouraged us and assured that everyone's honour will be maintained."

Bengalureans clap, clang utensils to rehearse for 'Janata Curfew'

Bengaluru (Karnataka), Mar 21 (ANI): Residents of Bengaluru on March 21 rehearsed for 'Janta Curfew'. They clapped and beat utensils from their balconies to show their support for the 'Janta Curfew'. Prime Minister called upon the people to clap or beat utensils for five minutes at 5 pm on March 22, as PM Modi called for 'Janata Curfew' on March 22 between 7 am and 9 pm to beat coronavirus scare.

Not 'Janata Curfew', it's 'care for you' initiative: Gautam Gambhir

New Delhi, Mar 21(ANI): BJP MP Gautam Gambhir on PM Modi's 'Janata Curfew' call said that don't witness it as janata curfew instead it is a "care for you" initiative. Gambhir requested people to support the Janata Curfew on March 22 and stay at home. He also requested people to "maintain social distancing" and "come out of the house only if compulsory."

MP political crisis: Shivraj Chouhan accuses Speaker of forcing BJP MLA to resign

Bhopal (MP), Mar 21(ANI): BJP leader and former Madhya Pradesh CM, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, on his meeting with Governor Lalji Tandon said that MP Assembly Speaker is being partial and is forcing BJP MLA, Sharad Kol to resign. He said that has requested the Governor to interfere in this matter. "Vidhan Sabha is in a sleeping state as this government has lost majority and in such state, Speaker does not have the right to take such decisions which might benefit someone," said the former CM.

No lockdown in Delhi for now, but will do if needed: CM Kejriwal

New Delhi, Mar 21 (ANI): There will be no lockdown in the national capital for now, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal said on March 21. "I appeal to all of you to discontinue your morning walks for some time and stay at home. We are not doing a lockdown currently but we might in future, if necessary for your betterment and safety," said CM Kejriwal, while speaking exclusively to ANI. It is to remember that Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a televised address to the nation, announced a 'Janata Curfew' from 7 am to 9 pm for Sunday, March 22.

Clash breaks out between inmates, officials at Dum Dum Central Jail over restrictions

Kolkata, Mar 21 (ANI): A clash broke out between the prisoners and officials of Dum Dum Central Jail in West Bengal on March 21 allegedly due to restriction in wake of coronavirus. Agitated prisoners set the jail property on fire. Fire tenders have been rushed to the spot. Rapid Action Force is also present at the spot.

111 labs across country functional from today for coronavirus testing: Govt

New Delhi, Mar 21 (ANI): Joint Secretary of Health Ministry, Lav Agarwal on March 21 said the Director General of ICMR had a discussion with states to make 111 labs functional across the country for testing of coronavirus. Lav Agarwal said, "111 labs across the country will be functional from today. A discussion has been going on with private sector labs as well. A detailed order regarding the same will be released by today evening." Union Health Ministry has informed that a total of 298 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in the country. Out of the total number, four people have died and 22 others have been recovered.

215 evacuees at ITBP's quarantine facility tested negative, await 2nd test

New Delhi, Mar 21 (ANI): All 215 evacuees from Italy staying at Indo-Tibetan Border Police's (ITBP) quarantine facility in Delhi has been tested negative for coronavirus. Evacuees are staying at the quarantine facility from last seven days. Group includes 151 males and 64 females. Most of these evacuees are students studying in Italy. However, the second and final sampling will be done on 14th day of the quarantine period and if that also results as negative, then all these 215 persons will be released from the facility.

People maintain social distance in queue due to COVID-19 scare in Pune

Pune (Maharashtra), Mar 20(ANI): Amidst coronavirus pandemic, people were seen maintaining social distance in a queue outside a local supermarket in Pune to restrict the spread of coronavirus. Parts of Maharashtra have been put under lockdown by the state government, as COVID-19 cases rose to 63 in the state. India will witness a self imposed isolation 'Janata Curfew' suggested by PM Modi on March 22 between 7 AM to 9 PM.