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Govt planning things in being over prepared to fight COVID-19: Health Ministry

New Delhi, Apr 12 (ANI): While addressing the status update on coronavirus pandemic in the country, the Health Ministry said that government is aware and planning things in being over prepared. "On March 29, we had 979 positive cases, now we've 8356 positive cases; of these 20% cases need ICU support. So, today also 1671 patients need oxygen support and critical care treatment. This figure is important to show that government is planning things in being over prepared," said Joint Secretary of Health Ministry, Lav Agarwal.

Humanitarian spirit! Anganwadi worker takes pregnant woman to hospital

Kurnool (Andhra Pradesh), Apr 12 (ANI): An Anganwadi worker of Andhra Pradesh's Kurnool did a humane work which has set an example to the society. Divyabharati, who was in labour pain, asked Chennamma for help. Chennamma, who work at an Anganwadi centre in the neighborhood called an auto-rickshaw and took Divyabharati to the hospital. There she stayed with Divyabharati for two days. Divyabharati then gave birth to a healthy baby boy. Not only Divyabharati, but the doctors and hospital staff appreciated the motherly services of Chennamma. The collector of the district G Veerapandian rewarded Chennamma, the kind hearted woman, with Rs. 20,000.

Watch: Indore IG sings 'Hum Honge Kamyab Ek Din' to motivate people amid lockdown

Indore (MP), Apr 12 (ANI): As the country is struggling in fight against coronavirus, Indore's IG decided to motivate the citizens. He sang the famous song 'Hum Honge Kamyab Ek Din' to encourage locals. Coronavirus has brought nation to its knees with its rapid spread.

Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren attended video-conference chaired by PM Modi

Ranchi (Jharkhand), Apr 12 (ANI): Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren attended video-conference in Ranchi chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on April 11 over extension of lockdown. CM Soren put forth his concerns during the joint-meeting with other Chief Ministers. PM Modi thanked the states for supporting the decision of the 21-day nationwide lockdown and praised how all the states have worked together as a team to check the spread of the virus. The Prime Minister also forewarned that the global situation remains far from satisfactory and informed about speculations of a possible second wave of the virus spread in some countries. There are total 17 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Jharkhand including 1 death. According to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the total number of COVID-19 active cases rose to 7367 in India and 273 deaths.

COVID-19 cases in Indore rise to 298: CMO

Indore (MP), Apr 12 (ANI): Indore Chief Medical Health Officer Dr Praveen Jadiya informed that total cases in district have reached to 298 with 49 fresh cases. "49 more coronavirus positive cases had come yesterday so the total number of positive cases in Indore district rises to 298. The death toll has gone up to 32 after test results of 2 people, who had died earlier, came yesterday," said Dr Praveen Jadiya, Chief Medical Health Officer Indore.

Fruit sellers upset after significant dip in prices following lockdown

Nagpur (Maharashtra), Apr 12 (ANI): Fruit sellers are facing a hard time after the prices dipped following nationwide lockdown. There has been a decrease in number of customers. "There has been a dip in sale of fruits by 50 per cent," said a fruit vendor. "Customers ask several questions related to fruits, they have gained a fear, some skip buying them because of it," said another vendor.

Social distancing norms 'disappear' at Patna vegetable market

Patna (Bihar), Apr 12 (ANI): Heavy crowd was seen at a vegetable market in Bihar's Patna on April 12 amid nationwide lockdown. People were seen violating norms of social distancing while purchasing vegetables. There are total 60 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Bihar including 1 death. According to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the total number of COVID-19 active cases rose to 7367 in India and 273 deaths.

COVID-19: Churches across India remain closed on Easter Sunday

Lucknow, Kochi (Kerala), Kottayam (Kerala) Apr 12 (ANI): Easter Sunday, major Christian festival is celebrated with great enthusiasm; however, COVID-19 and lockdown played a spoilsport this year. St Joseph's Cathedral in Lucknow had no visitors. Priest in Kochi offered prayers without attendance. Prayers are being live-streamed on social media for devotees in Kottayam. Easter Sunday commemorates resurrection of Jesus Christ couple of days after Good Friday.

Villagers shift to fields in Karnataka's Tumakuru over COVID-19 fear

Tumakuru (Karnataka), Apr 12 (ANI): Several villagers have been shifting to their fields in Karnataka's Tumakuru district amid coronvirus fear. They have left their homes and shifted to green fields with their belongings due to COVID-19 outbreak. Around 60 families of Muddenahalli Village in Tumakuru are living in fields. They feel living in fields is better to avoid infection as village is comparatively congested. There are total 214 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Karnataka including 6 deaths and 37 cured. According to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the total number of COVID-19 active cases rose to 7367 in India and 273 deaths.

Daily wage labourers protest in Madurai containment zone over lack of money to buy essentials

Madurai (TN), Apr 12 (ANI): Several daily wage labourers hit the streets in Madurai's Yagappa Nagar to protest. They claimed they don't have money to buy essential commodities amid coronavirus lockdown. MGR Street was declared as COVID-19 containment zone and sealed. Lives of daily wage labourers have been hit hard following lockdown announcement.

Alappuzha administration harnessing advanced tech to monitor COVID-19 situation

Alappuzha (Kerala), Apr 12 (ANI): From geo mapping to use of Interactive Voice Response (IVR) system for patients surveillance, the Alappuzha district of Kerala is one step ahead in their attempts to control the outbreak of COVID-19 by being technologically savvy. COVID-19 cell has been set up at Alappuzha District Collectorate to monitor quarantine compliance by possibly infected people in real time and their health conditions. It is done through Interactive Voice Response (IVR) System. While speaking to ANI, the District Collector of Alappuzha, M Anjana said, "In our COVID control room, we use technology to reach out to large number of people to provide them medical advice and assistance. Even in the case of community transmission of COVID-19, this cell can operate from remote areas." Geo mapping is used with assistance from Google to locate and shift patients to isolation wards. There are total 364 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Kerala including 2 deaths. According to the Ministr

Everyone being screened in 33 containment zones: Health Minister Satyendar Jain

New Delhi, Apr 12 (ANI): Informing about the precautions being taken at containment zones to restrict further spread of coronavirus, Delhi Health Minister Satyendar Jain on April 12 asserted that special attention is being paid at the zones and each individual in houses located at containment zones is being screened. "Special attention is being paid to the 33 areas which are sealed. Most importantly every individual in all houses is being screened. If someone is even a little symptomatic, they're being tested to see that they don't spread the infection," said Delhi Health Minister Satyendar Jain. Positive cases in Delhi have surpassed 1000 in Delhi.

COVID-19 lockdown: Cop's hand cut-off in attack by 'Nihangs' in Patiala

Patiala (Punjab), Apr 12 (ANI): Punjab Police ASI Harjeet Singh's hand was cut-off in an attack by a group of 'Nihangs' at Sabzi Mandi, in Patiala today. Other policemen also got injured. ASI Harjeet is undergoing surgery at PGI Chandigarh. As per Punjab Special Secreatry KBS Sidhu, 7 people have been arrested in connection with the incident.

Uruguayan national gets into verbal spat with Delhi Police over alleged lockdown violation

New Delhi, Apr 12 (ANI): Uruguayan national on a bicycle was stopped by Delhi Police allegedly for lockdown norms in Vasant Vihar. Argument broke out between woman and police personnel after she was stopped.

Pakistan using quarantine excuse to lockup lawyers in Gilgit

Gilgit-Baltistan (PoK), Apr 12 (ANI): Coronavirus pandemic has worsened woes of people in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK). While speaking to ANI, a senior lawyer from Gilgit-Baltistan, Mohammad Bakar Mehdi said, "The current situation in Gilgit-Baltistan is worst. They have put one lawyer in quarantine due to coronavirus pandemic. But, his test was result negative and Pakistan government hasn't released him yet and putting a lawyer inside quarantine is not the solution of any problem." "I request Pakistan government to have a look towards the worst situation of Gilgit-Baltistan. They should facilitate everyone in this area as well," he added.

Manufacturing of HCQ tablets in full swing at Zydus Cadila unit

Ahmedabad (Gujarat), Apr 11 (ANI): Manufacturing of Hydroxychloroquine tablets has been paced up by Indian pharmaceutical giant Zydus Cadila's Ahmedabad manufacturing unit. There has been an increase in the demand of the tablets all over the world after the drug deemed to be useful in dealing with COVID-19. Zydus Cadila CEO Pankaj Patel had informed that the company will produce around 15 crore tablets by next month.

COVID-19: Police surveillance tightened in 'Red Zone' of Jammu

Jammu, Apr 12 (ANI): Security has been tightened in Jammu amid coronavirus lockdown on April 12. 'Red Zone' in Bathindi area of Jammu is under surveillance. There are total 207 confirmed cases of coronavirus in JandK including four deaths and 6 have been cured.

COVID-19: Heavy security, barricading in Srinagar to ensure lockdown

Srinagar, Apr 12 (ANI): Heavy security has been deployed in Srinagar to keep a watch at the check points to restrict unnecessary movement. 207 positive cases have been registered so far in Jammu and Kashmir.

COVID-19: Mehrauli Sabzi Mandi temporarily relocated around Mehrauli DTC bus terminal

New Delhi, Apr 12 (ANI): Mehrauli Sabzi Mandi has been temporarily relocated around Mehrauli DTC bus terminal amid coronavirus pandemic. This decision was taken to ensure social distancing amid lockdown. Nationwide lockdown has been imposed in backdrop of COVID-19 outbreak. Vegetable markets are witnessing massive rush and social distancing norms violation. There are total 1069 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Delhi including 19 deaths. According to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the total number of COVID-19 active cases rose to 7367 in India and 273 deaths.

Depression cases relapsing due to COVID-19 situation: Ganga Ram Hospital's psychiatrist

New Delhi, Apr 12 (ANI): Speaking about the psychological impact due to coronavirus, Sri Ganga Ram Hospital's psychiatrist, Dr Rajiv Mehta stated that anxiety plays a vital role in health. "Most of the problem is coming with the persons who have been previously depressed and anxious. Even if a small amount of cough occurs, they get further more anxious. Basically depression is coming back, in the previously ill person, although who have been stable are again relapsing," said psychiatrist, Dr Rajiv Mehta. "Depression, anxiety is increasing with the situation that prevails today. The most affected are the ones who are already getting treatment," he further added.