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COVID-19: Congress leader distributes groceries to needy in Mysore, social distancing goes for a toss

Mysore (Karnataka), May 01 (ANI): Congress leader K Venkatesh distributed groceries to the needy amid COVID-19 lockdown. Social distancing norms went for a toss while distributing groceries to needy. Despite repetitive alerts by govt, people are failing to obey norms to contain the spread of COVID-19. Karnataka as of now has reported a total of 565 cases of COVID-19, including 21 deaths.

Strict vigil at checkpoints in Srinagar to ensue movement of essential vehicles amid COVID-19 lockdown

Srinagar, May 01 (ANI): As pan-India COVID-19 lockdown is in place, public movement is under surveillance in Srinagar as well. Security forces and JandK Police are strictly enforcing restrictions on public movement amid the lockdown. Jammu and Kashmir has reported a total of 614 cases of COVID-19, including 8 deaths.

COVID-19 lockdown: Bus carrying stranded students from Kota reaches WB's Asansol

Asansol (West Bengal), May 01 (ANI): A bus carrying stranded students from Rajasthan's Kota reached West Bengal's Asansol on May 01 amid COVID-19 pandemic. The students were stuck in Kota due to coronavirus lockdown. There are total 795 confirmed cases of coronavirus in West Bengal. According to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the total number of COVID-19 active cases rose to 25, 007 with 1147 deaths in India.

COVID-19: Cops attacked by mob while performing duty in Gujarat's Godhra

Godhra (Gujarat), May 01 (ANI): A police team was attacked by mob while performing their duty in Gujarat's Godhra. The incident took place amid coronavirus pandemic on April 30. The cops faced stone pelting during sealing of containment zones. There are total 4395 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Gujarat. According to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the total number of COVID-19 active cases rose to 25, 007 with 1147 deaths in India.

Construction work of International Yoga Centre in JandK's Udhampur resumes after lockdown relaxation

Udhampur (JandK), May 01 (ANI): Construction work of International Yoga Centre at Mantalai in Udhampur district of Jammu and Kashmir has resumed. Amid COVID-19 lockdown, govt provided some relaxation to resume development works. International Yoga Centre is part of the Modi govt's 'Swadesh Darshan' launched to develop potential tourism spots in the Valley. Locals hail Prime Minister's efforts to develop JandK as independent tourist destination. The lockdown has been extended till May 03 to curb the spread of coronavirus. JandK has reported a total of 614 cases of COVID-19, including 08 deaths.

COVID-19: People cross snow covered mountains in Rajouri to reach hometown

Rajouri (JandK), May 01 (ANI): Several people of JandK's Poonch and Rajouri district who are working in the Kashmir Valley are crossing snow covered areas of Pir Panjal Mountain range to reach their home towns amid COVID-19 pandemic. National Highway-44 and Mughal road are closed due to heavy snowfall. Rajouri Police is deployed at various check points to keep a vigil on people trying to cross snow covered areas. There are total 614 confirmed cases of coronavirus in JandK. According to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the total number of COVID-19 active cases rose to 25, 007 with 1147 deaths in India.

COVID-19 lockdown puts Kerala's Betel leaf growers in tough spot

Mallapuram (Kerala), May 01 (ANI): The nationwide lockdown forced by the coronavirus pandemic has badly affected the betel leaf cultivation. It is an integral part of the production of toothpaste and cosmetics. One of the important markets of betel leaf is Pakistan and north India. Amid lockdown, betel leaf growers are in dire straits and are facing huge financial burden.

Fire breaks out at rubber ball factory in UP's Meerut

Meerut (UP), May 01 (ANI): A fire broke out at rubber ball factory in TP Nagar area in Uttar Pradesh's Meerut. Heavy flames and smoke were visible at the spot. At least six fire tenders are at the spot to douse the flame and fire fighting operation is underway. More details are awaited.

COVID-19: People defy social distancing norms at Ghazipur market

New Delhi, May 01 (ANI): Social distancing norms were flouted at the wholesale fruit and vegetable market in Ghazipur. People crowded the market to buy fruits and vegetables. Huge traffic was also observed at the location. Despite repetitive alerts by government, people are failing to obey norms to avoid further spread of coronavirus. Total positive cases in India have crossed 33,000 mark with 1075 deaths so far.

COVID-19: Delhi-Faridabad border sealed, entry prohibited with few exemptions

Faridabad/ Gurugram (Haryana), May 01 (ANI): The travel of government employees and common people from neighbouring states and districts to Haryana's Faridabad has been prohibited amid coronavirus pandemic. It has been done as a preventive measure against COVID-19. Vehicles carrying essential goods are exempted. There are total 310 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Haryana. According to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the total number of COVID-19 active cases rose to 24,162 with 1075 deaths in India.

COVID-19: UAE-based artist creates replica of Kerala's famous Thrissur Pooram festival

Thrissur (Kerala), May 01 (ANI): The grand festival of Kerala, Thrissur Pooram will not be celebrated this year on May 03 due to COVID-19 pandemic. But, the festive fervour came alive in a forex sheet after an ardent Pooram lover chose to recreate it using his artistic talent. Sunil Kumar from Chittilappilly, who works as a creative designer at a private firm in UAE's Sharjah, every year comes to Kerala on leave to attend Thrissur Pooram. Speaking to ANI, he said, "This time too I reached Thrissur adjusting my leaves prior to the lockdown and was planning to return after attending Thrissur Pooram. That is when the Pooram was cancelled due to the COVID-19 lockdown. So using the time, I created the Pooram replica on a forex sheet." One of the most popular rituals connected with the festival is the starting of Pooram with an elephant opening the south door of Paramekkavu Bagavathi Temple accompanied by the sound of temple percussion instruments and cheers from the crowd. "I always wanted

Special flight repatriates 101 US nationals from Hyderabad

Hyderabad, May 01 (ANI): Hyderabad International Airport handled one Special Passenger Relief flight to repatriate 101 US citizens. As per the flight itinerary, Passengers were flown to Mumbai to be airlifted for US by the Delta Airlines. Special screening and safety measures were in place during the flight's handling as part of COVID-19 precautionary steps. Till April 30, Hyderabad International Airport has handled 11 evacuation flights serving over 850 foreign nationals who were repatriated by various special relief flights from Hyderabad city to the countries viz. the UK, the UAE, the US and Germany.

Out of 105 deaths, 72 people who died of COVID-19 were cases of co-morbidity: WB Chief Secy

Kolkata, Apr 30 (ANI): Chief Secretary of West Bengal, Rajiva Sinha informed that out of 105 deaths reported, 33 people died in state due to COVID-19 while 72 other people who died of COVID-19 were the cases of comorbidity. Sinha said, "On April 30, 37 cases have been reported and 15 cured and discharged. So as of today, total active cases of coronavirus in West Bengal is 572. Total death has seen a jump and as of today the number is 33 in West Bengal because of COVID-19. Altogether 139 people have been discharged. 1905 samples were tested in the last 24 hours. In Expert Committee for Conducting Audit into the Death of COVID-19 patients report, the expert committee has examined 105 people and has said that 33 people have died due to COVID-19 in West Bengal. Incidentally, COVID-19 was found in 72 other people who died of comorbidity."

People returning to Chhattisgarh will go through 14-day quarantine at temporary shelter homes: CM Baghel

Raipur (Chhattisgarh), Apr 30 (ANI): Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh, Bhupesh Baghel on April 30 said the state government is arranging for food and accommodation for migrant labourers of Chhattisgarh who were stranded in other states and are returning. He further said, "They will be staying at temporary shelter homes in schools and panchayat bhawans for 14 days." Earlier, the MHA issued a fresh set of guidelines to let migrant workers, students, tourists and pilgrims stranded get back home.

Planning to open schools in July, but centre to take final decision: UP Basic Education Minister

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), Apr 30 (ANI): Basic Education Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Satish Dwivedi informed that the department is planning to open schools in July but final decision will be taken as per guidelines of Central and State governments. While speaking to ANI, he said, "In keeping the view of current situation and lockdown, Basic Education Department plans to open schools in July but will take the final decision as per the guidelines of Central and State governments. The state government had taken the decision of closing schools and colleges, way before lockdown was announced, as a part of precautionary measure."

Over 80 percent of COVID-19 cases in J - K are asymptomatic: Govt

Jammu, Apr 30 (ANI): Principal Secretary (Planning and Information) of Jammu and Kashmir, Rohit Kansal, informed that over 80 per cent COVID-19 cases are asymptomatic in the state. Kansal said, "There are 614 cases of COVID-19 in Jammu - Kashmir out of which 390 cases are active, out of which 384 in Kashmir and 6 in Jammu. 8 patients have succumbed to the disease while 216 others have recovered. Over 80 per cent COVID-19 cases are asymptomatic."

23 pilgrims tested positive for COVID-19 after returning from Maharashtra: Amritsar DC

Bathinda (Punjab) / Amritsar (Punjab), Apr 30 (ANI): Pilgrims from Sri Hazur Sahib, stranded in Maharashtra's Nanded, returned to Punjab. As of now, around 3613 such pilgrims have returned to the state. Deputy Commissioner of Amritsar Shivdular Singh Dhillon confirmed that out of these pilgrims, 23 have been tested positive for COVID-19. While speaking to ANI, he said, "23 pilgrims who returned to Punjab from Sri Hazur Sahib in Maharashtra's Nanded have tested positive for COVID-19. They have been shifted to isolation ward at Guru Nanak Dev Hospital."

J-K announces Rs 350 crore relief package for people affected due to coronavirus lockdown

Jammu, Apr 30 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir Administrative Council has approved nearly Rs 350 crore relief package for 8 categories of people affected due to coronavirus lockdown. Speaking further on it, Principal Secretary (Planning and Information), Rohit Kansal, said, "Jammu and Kashmir Administrative Council has approved nearly Rs 350-crore relief package for 8 categories of people affected due to lockdown. Rs 1000 will be given to 1.8 lakh construction workers for 3 months. One month's relief has already been given. Houseboat workers, shikarawalas registered with tourism department, poniwalas, pithuwalas working at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board, Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board and different tourism development authorities will be given Rs 1000 per month for 3 months."

Only buses being used for now: MHA on if trains to be used for transporting stranded citizens

New Delhi, Apr 30 (ANI): On being asked if Centre is considering the proposal by many state governments for running special trains to transport stranded people like students and migrant labourers, the Joint Secretary of Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), Punya Salila Srivastava on Wednesday said, "As of now, the directives are to use buses." Earlier, the MHA issued a fresh set of guidelines to let migrant workers, students, tourists and pilgrims stranded get back home.

Bengaluru artist paints 3D pictures of COVID-19 on road to spread awareness

Bengaluru, Apr 30 (ANI): A street artist from Bengaluru took a unique step to spread awareness about coronavirus. Baadal Nanjundaswamy painted 3D pictures of COVID-19 on a road in the city. The aim behind is to spread awareness about the virus through art. 535 positive cases of coronavirus have been reported in Karnataka so far.