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COVID-19: Goa govt launches special mobile application for assistance

Panaji (Goa), Mar 21 (ANI): Health Minister of Goa, Vishwajit Rane on the outbreak of COVID-19 on Saturday stated that the state government launched a 'self-assessment interactive app' for coronavirus. He said, "We have launched a self-assessment interactive app on coronavirus. This is the first in the country. We're taking all precautions and discouraging gathering of even 5 people. We don't want tourists coming to Goa till the situation settles." No cases of COVID-19 have been registered in Goa till now. Meanwhile, the total number of confirmed cases in the nation climbed to 285.

COVID-19: AAI takes strict measures at Kolkata Airport

Kolkata, Mar 21 (ANI): Amid coronavirus pandemic, Airport Authority of India in Kolkata is carrying out disinfection drive at the airport. Cleanliness workers are sanitizing airport premises as precautionary measure. Passengers are being thoroughly screened. Sanitizer machines have been installed in abundance for passengers. Temperature of passengers is being checked by thermometer gun. Workers were seen sanitising the lift as well as outer premises. The number of active cases of COVID-19 has jumped to 256 in India.

COVID-19: Nagpur Police urge people to empty public spaces

Nagpur (Maharashtra), Mar 21 (ANI): Police personnel in Maharashtra's Nagpur urged people to empty public spaces, amid rising coronavirus threat in the city. All private and corporate establishments in the city except those providing essential services have been shut. The total confirmed cases in Maharashtra have mounted to 53, highest in any state.

COVID-19: Tourist season comes to halt in Himachal Pradesh

Shimla, Mandi (Himachal Pradesh), Mar 21 (ANI): Hotels in hill state of Himachal Pradesh have stopped booking amid Novel Coronavirus outbreak. Tourists have gradually started moving out of Himachal. Medical teams and police are on alert to prevent spread of virus. Authorities are also sending back tourists.

Coronavirus: Section 144 continues in Noida

Noida (UP), Mar 21 (ANI): In the wake of coronavirus alert, section 144 has been imposed in Uttar Pradesh's Noida. Several stores, malls and shopping centres are closed as precautionary measure. Total tally of confirmed cases in Uttar Pradesh has jumped to 32.

Coronavirus scare: Massive rush at Lokmanya Railway Station as people board trains for their hometowns

Mumbai, Mar 21 (ANI): In the wake of COVID-19 alert, a huge crowd of passengers gathered at Lokmanya Tilak Terminus Railway Station in Mumbai on March 21. Passengers are waiting at the railway station to board their respective trains. Speaking to ANI, one of the passengers said that there were so many people on trains that he didn't get a seat despite having a confirmed ticket. His parents have asked him to return because of coronavirus. Section 144 has been imposed in parts of Maharashtra. The total tally of confirmed cases in Maharashtra jumped to 53.

COVID-19 outbreak: West Bengal PSC postponed all written exams from Mar 21 to Apr 5

New Delhi, Mar 21 (ANI): In view of novel coronavirus, West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC) has postponed all its written exams scheduled from March 21 to April 05.The ongoing physical endurance test for recruitment to post of fire operator under Department of Fire and Emergency services is also postponed to March 23 onwards. A total of 236 positive coronavirus cases have been reported so far in India. The World Health Organisation (WHO) has declared coronavirus a pandemic.

COVID-19 outbreak: Fine of Rs 1,000 to be imposed for spitting at public places, says Ahmedabad Municipal Commissioner

Ahmedabad (Gujarat), Mar 21 (ANI): While addressing a press conference in Gujarat's Ahmedabad on March 20, the Municipal Commissioner of Ahmedabad, Vijay Nehra spoke on coronavirus. He said, "A mission has been started by Amdavad Municipal Corporation against the people spitting in open areas. We have fined all those individuals who were found spitting in public places." "From Monday (March 23) onwards we will increase the amount of fine from Rs 500 to Rs 1000 and those who will not pay fine we will register FIR against them," Ahmedabad Municipal Commissioner added.

Pune petrol pumps will open from 08:00 am to 04:00 pm amid coronavirus threat from Mar 21

Pune (Maharashtra), Mar 21 (ANI): All petrol pumps in Pune will open from 08:00 am to 04:00 pm from March 21 to 31 amid coronavirus threat. Pune Petrol Dealers' Association has requested masses in large number to remain at their places if petrol or diesel is not necessarily required by the locals. While speaking to ANI, the Vice President of Pune Petrol Dealers' Association, Sagar Rukari said, "Petrol pumps in Pune will be open from 08:00 am to 04:00 pm. We have requested masses in large numbers to remain at their places if petrol or diesel is not necessarily required by them."

Number of positive coronavirus cases rise to 236 in India: ICMR

New Delhi, Mar 21 (ANI): The number of positive coronavirus cases in the country rose to 236, Indian Council of Medical Research said on March 20. 5 deaths have been reported so far in India due to COVID-19. A day after his address to the nation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that the threat of the pandemic is common for all states and underscored the need for Centre and all States to work together. While addressing the nation on Thursday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged citizens to follow 'Janata Curfew' from 7 am to 9 pm on Sunday to avoid the spread of coronavirus.

COVID-19 outbreak: Balaji Temple closed for devotees in Tirumala

Tirumala (Andhra Pradesh), Mar 21 (ANI): Amid growing cases of coronavirus, Balaji Temple closed for devotees in Tirumala. The temple will be closed for a week with an immediate effect. The step has been taken to avoid mass gathering and to avoid coronavirus from spreading. A total of 236 positive cases of coronavirus have been registered so far in India.

Stress can trigger to second heart attack

New Delhi, Mar 21 (ANI): A new study has thrown light on how stress and mental pressure can trigger a second heart attack in patients. We all have stress in our lives--whether it's due to financial woes, work pressures, relationship issues, illness or even natural disasters or health crisis like the emerging coronavirus. For some people who survive a heart attack, it seems mental stress--as opposed to physical stress--may be a stronger predictor of a repeat heart attack or dying from heart disease, according to research presented at the American College of Cardiology's Annual Scientific Session Together with World Congress of Cardiology (ACC.20/WCC). Traditional stress tests, in which someone exercises on a treadmill or takes a medicine that makes the heart beat faster and harder as if the person was actually exercising, have long been used to check blood flow to the heart and gauge the risk of heart problems. Overall, mental stress-induced myocardial ischemia occurred in 16% of patien

YouTube launches COVID-19 news shelf for authoritative content

New Delhi, Mar 21 (ANI): As COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact nations and economies, tech companies in the information business are doing their bit to ensure people receive trusted information and YouTube is the latest to announce its new measures. The official YouTube Insider account tweeted that it is launching a COVID-19 news shelf on its homepage in 16 countries to give users access to authoritative content. The dedicated section will be expanded to more countries as well. It is unclear which all countries the feature has been extended. At the time of writing, the feature does not appear to be enabled for Indian users.

Thiruvananthapuram railway station deserted as Kerala takes cautious steps to fight coronavirus

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala), Mar 21 (ANI): The railway station in Kerala's Thiruvananthapuram has been deserted due to cancellation of several trains. The trains have been cancelled across India amid coronavirus threat. Indian Railways on March 20 announced that all passenger trains will remain cancelled on March 22 in the wake of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's appeal for a 'Janata Curfew'. All passenger trains originating between midnight of March 21-22 shall not be run. However, the passenger train services already on run at 07:00 hours on the day will be allowed to run to the destinations. Divisions should keep a watch and trains which are empty could be short terminated if required.

Police registers FIR for opening school despite govt's order in Ludhiana

Ludhiana (Punjab), Mar 21 (ANI): An FIR has been registered against a school's administration in Punjab's Ludhiana on March 20. FIR was registered for opening the school despite government's order to shut all educational institutions. According to the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), the number of positive coronavirus cases in India rose to 236. There have been five deaths in the country due to coronavirus so far as per information given by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.

COVID-19 outbreak: Sanjay Singh isolates himself for 14 days

New Delhi, Mar 21 (ANI): After information of singer Kanika Kapoor being coronavirus positive came out, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Sanjay Singh informed that he is isolating himself for 14 days. In a video, Sanjay Singh said, "After the information about singer Kanika Kapoor and BJP MP Dushyant Singh came out, TMC MP Derek O'Brien is keeping himself in self-isolation for 14 days. As a precautionary step, I am also isolating myself for 14 days. I am taking this decision in keeping in view of others safety."

COVID-19 outbreak: Provision, medical stores will be open, says Surat Collector

Surat (Gujarat), Mar 21 (ANI): While addressing a press conference in Gujarat's Surat on March 20, the Collector of Surat, Dr Dhavalkumar Patel spoke on coronavirus. He said, "If you get any message on the social media platform, you should first check it before forwarding rumours to someone else." "Provision, grocery and medical stores will be open as usual," Surat Collector added.

Public transport, parks will be shut to support 'Janata Curfew' on Mar 22: Ahmedabad Municipal Commissioner

Ahmedabad (Gujarat), Mar 21 (ANI): While addressing a press conference in Gujarat's Ahmedabad on March 20, the Municipal Commissioner of Ahmedabad, Vijay Nehra spoke on coronavirus. He said, "On Sunday (March 22) all public transport facilities will be shut by Amdavad Municipal Corporation to support initiative of 'Janata Curfew'. Parks and gardens will also be closed during this initiative."

AAI takes preventive measures at Chandigarh Airport to contain spread of COVID-19

Mohali (Punjab), Mar 21 (ANI): Amid growing cases of coronavirus in India, Airport Authority of India has taken various preventive measures at Chandigarh International Airport. They have taken several measures to contain the spread of the virus at the airport. Employees have been instructed to check thermal scanning of every passenger. Workers at the airport are actively sanitising the airport. There has been designated medical help desk to provide assistance. AAI has also installed standees and displayed helpline numbers everywhere at the airport to spread the awareness. Cleanliness has been taken care of at the airport. Centre and state governments are taking every measure to contain the spreading of the dreadful virus.

COVID-19 outbreak: Commissionerate working with district administration, says Lucknow CP

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), Mar 21 (ANI): While speaking to media in Uttar Pradesh's Lucknow on March 20, the Commissioner of Police (CP) in Commissionerate Lucknow, Sujeet Pandey spoke on coronavirus. He said, "We have made 14 teams in commissionerate of Lucknow each comprising of 10 members." "We are working with district administration and addressing all the issues and also attending to them promptly," Lucknow CP added.