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Registered construction workers to get cash benefits in 31 states/UTs: Home Ministry

New Delhi, Apr 08 (ANI): In a press conference, Joint Secretary of Home Ministry, Saheli Ghosh Roy informed that cash benefits will be provided to registered construction workers in 31 states and Union Territories. She said, "In 31 states/Union Territories, cash benefits of Rs.1000 to Rs.6000 have been announced for registered construction workers under Building and Other Construction Workers' Welfare Cess Fund. Rs. 3000 crores have been given to 2 crore registered construction workers till now."

COVID-19 cases increase to 343 in state: UP Principal Health Secy

Lucknow (UP), Apr 08 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Principal Health Secretary Amit Mohan on April 03 informed about the current toll of the positive cases of COVID-19. He said that the state stands at 343 including 187 cases due to the Tablighi Jamaat event.

COVID-19: Wearing masks made compulsory, not using them can invite action, says UP Additional Chief Secretary

Lucknow (UP), Apr 08 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Additional Chief Secretary (Home) Avinash Awasthi on April 06 informed about the hotspots of COVID-19 in the state. He said, "Wearing of masks has been made compulsory in the state. There can be legal action also for not wearing masks."

Anantnag encounter: Wreath laying ceremony of CRPF jawan Shiv Lal Netam held in Raipur

Raipur (Chhattisgarh), Apr 08 (ANI): Wreath laying ceremony of slain soldier CRPF jawan Shiv Lal Netam was held with full honour in Raipur on April 08. He had lost his life in Anantnag encounter that happened on Apr 07. He had received bullet injuries in an encounter with terrorists.

Enhanced sanitation, doorstep supply and area barricading in 15 Covid-19 hotspot districts: UP DGP

Lucknow (UP), Apr 08 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh DGP H. C. Awasthy on April 08 informed about the arrangements in the 15 state which are going to be sealed. He informed that enhanced sanitation work, doorstep supply of essential items and barricading of areas will be arranged and imposed to contain the spread of COVID-19.

Representatives from all parties showed unity over COVID-19: Haryana CM after All-Party Meeting

Chandigarh, Apr 08 (ANI): Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar on April 8 chaired an all-party-meeting over COVID-19. He said, "I had called an all-party meeting today. Representatives from all parties came in the meeting and showed their unity over COVID-19. We informed them about our plan of crop procurement process and strategies to combat COVID-19."

There will be no shortage of hydroxychloroquine in India: Health Ministry

New Delhi, Apr 08 (ANI): In the press conference held in Delhi, Joint Secretary of Health Ministry, Lav Agarwal informed ensured that there will be no shortage of HCQ (hydroxychloroquine) in the country at present as well as in future. He said, "Let me ensure you that the whole situation is being monitored at the highest level. In terms of the requirement of the country, linking it with the fact about the production and availability in the country, it is ensured that not only today even in future there will not be any lack of HCQ (Hydroxychloroquine) as and when needed."

5 people arrested for stone pelting at police in MP's Indore

Indore (Madhya Pradesh), Apr 08 (ANI): Five people arrested for stone pelting at police in Indore. Giving more information on it, Station House Officer of Chandan Nagar, Yogesh Tomar said, "We are continuously, trying our best to keep everyone inside to combat the spread of coronavirus. Yesterday, when our police officers tried to stop some people from violating the lockdown in a by-lane in Chandan Nagar they started pelting stones. Following this we have taken 5 people into custody. We have put legal actions against them."

Coronavirus-themed car introduced in Hyderabad to spread awareness

Hyderabad, Apr 08 (ANI): Amid coronavirus threat, Sudha Cars Museum unveiled Coronavirus-themed car in Hyderabad. The step has been taken to spread awareness about COVID-19 among the people. These cars will run on the roads to spread awareness and to promote 'stay home' move.

With 773 COVID-19 cases in 24 hrs, number raises to 5194 in country: Health Ministry

New Delhi, Apr 08 (ANI): In a press conference, Joint Secretary of Health Ministry, Lav Agarwal informed about the current status of COVID-19 cases in the country and Centre and state governments preparations over it. He said, "Till date total 402 people have been discharged, total 5194 positive confirmed case have been reported. In last one day 773 positive cases were reported. Total 149 deaths have been reported and around 32 people have died yesterday. Orientation training on field level is really important and HRD Ministry will provide the training."

Chandigarh golfer turns his home into mini golf court amid COVID-19 lockdown

Chandigarh, Apr 08 (ANI): A golfer who won his maiden title at Bengal Open Golf Championship, practices the game at his home amid lockdown. Aadil Bedi turned his home into mini golf court due to COVID-19 threat. He practices in his garden and drawing room by using Trackman, KVest and sensor-level plates. While speaking to ANI, Aadil Bedi said, "I practice in my garden and drawing room where I use Trackman, KVest, sensor-level plates to analyse elevation, direction and speed of swings." There are total 25 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Chandigarh including 7 cured. According to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the total number of COVID-19 active cases rose to 4643 in India and 149 deaths.

Sale of milk slumps by 50% due to coronavirus lockdown

Pune (Maharashtra), Apr 08(ANI): Managing Director of Katraj Dairy VH Kshirsagar confirmed that the sale of milk has slumped by 50 per cent as its procurement, processing and distribution channels have been hit due to coronavirus lockdown in Pune. Kshirsagar said, "We are trying to enhance our capacity to deliver milk door-to-door."

Three students in Chhattisgarh built a robot for medical staff to treat COVID-19 patients

Mahasamund (Chhattisgarh), Apr 08 (ANI): Three students of Chhattisgarh built a robot to help medical staff to treat COVID-19 patients. Yogesh Kumar Sahu, an engineering final year student, claimed to have built a robot along with two of his friends. He said that this robot can be operated from anywhere if it's connected to internet and can be used to attend patients. "If doctor is in Raipur and the patient is in Bilaspur, then the doctor can treat the patient through this robot. The camera installed within this will help the doctor to see and speak to the patient," he said. Yogesh further requested both the centre and state government to support this project financially so that they can build more such robots which can provide assistance to the medical staff.

8 tested positive after coming in contact with COVID-19 case who attended Tablighi Jamaat event, informs Khargone DM

Khargone (Madhya Pradesh), Apr 08 (ANI): While speaking to ANI, the District Magistrate of Khargone, Gopal Chandra Dad said, "Eight members of a family have tested positive in Madhya Pradesh's Khargone as they came in contact with an infected member who attended Tablighi Jamaat event in Delhi last month." "The attendee and his mother have died due to the disease," he added. There are total 242 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Madhya Pradesh including 13 deaths. According to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the total number of COVID-19 active cases rose to 4643 in India and 149 deaths.

Delhi Police puts up posters requesting people not to celebrate Shab-e-Barat

New Delhi, Apr 08(ANI): Delhi Police have requested people not to come out of their houses for celebrating Shab-e-Barat. The posters have been put up in Bengali Market area. Police further urged people to support the fight against COVID-19. Shab-e-Barat is to be celebrated on April 8 and 9.

Americans to return home after being stuck in India amid COVID-19 lockdown

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), Apr 08 (ANI): Americans are returning back to their country after they were left stranded due to coronavirus lockdown. American embassy has arranged a bus for Americans and Non Resident Indians (NRIs) amid nationwide lockdown due to COVID-19 outbreak. The bus will take the passengers from Lucknow to Delhi on April 08. The stranded passengers will board flight on morning of April 09 from Indira Gandhi International (IGI) airport for USA.

COVID-19: Medical staff of Mumbai's Bhabha Hospital protest alleging low quality PPEs

Mumbai, Apr 08 (ANI): The medical staff of KB Bhabha Municipal General Hospital protested in Mumbai on April 08 amid coronavirus pandemic. They protested in Bandra West area alleging that they have been provided with low quality Personal Protection Equipment (PPEs). Nationwide lockdown has been imposed in backdrop of COVID-19 outbreak. There are total 1161 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Maharashtra including 64 deaths and 79 cured. According to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the total number of COVID-19 active cases rose to 4643 in India and 149 deaths.

Watch: PM Modi chairs all party meet via video conferencing on COVID-19 situation

New Delhi, Apr 08(ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a meeting with floor leaders of parties on April 8 via video conferencing on coronavirus situation in the country. The combined strength of floor leaders in Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha adds up to 5 MPs.

COVID-19: ASHA worker manhandled by 5 people in UP's Gonda

Gonda (UP), Apr 08 (ANI): An ASHA (Accredited Social Health Activist) worker was verbally abused and manhandled by five people in Uttar Pradesh's Gonda on April 06. Beena Yadav was manhandled in Takiya area of Bhauri Ganj. The incident occurred when she had gone there to collect data and make a list of people who had recently returned from other states and countries. While speaking to ANI, the ASHA worker, Beena Yadav said, "I went for a survey to make a list of the people returning from other states and abroad. Some people gave me the information peacefully. But some others verbally abused me, tore my register and manhandled me." Speaking to ANI, the DSP of Gonda, Kripa Shanker Kannaujia said, "Based on her complaint, FIR was registered against five people. Two have been arrested, rest of the arrests will be made soon and action will be taken against all of them." There are total 350 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Uttar Pradesh including three deaths and 21 cured. According to the

Landslide continues in Kandi area of Rajouri district

Rajouri (JandK), Apr 08 (ANI): Landslide continues from mountains in Kandi area of Rajouri district on April 8. Many families were affected during the landslide as houses were fully damaged. Administration teams, keeping aside social distancing and lockdown, continue to help the needy. Till now, around 20-25 families have become a victim of the landslide.