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COVID-19: President Kovind interacts with all states, UTs Governors, Lieutenant Governors

New Delhi, Apr 03 (ANI): President Ram Nath Kovind, along with Vice President Venkaiah Naidu on April 3 interacted with the Governors, Lieutenant Governors and administrators of all states and union territories via video-conferencing today to discuss measures to combat against COVID-19.

Health Ministry confirms 2301 coronavirus cases in India

New Delhi, Apr 03(ANI): Health Ministry, Joint Secretary Lav Agarwal confirmed 2301 coronavirus cases in the country along with 56 deaths so far. He said, "From yesterday till today, 336 additional cases of COVID-19 have come before us. Total confirmed cases are 2301, and 56 deaths have been reported so far. 12 of these 56 deaths were reported yesterday." Lav Agarwal also updated that total of 157 patients have been recovered from COVID-19 impact.

Gujarat Police organises live performance to spread awareness about COVID-19

Ahmedabad (Gujarat), Apr 03 (ANI): Amid 21 days lockdown, Gujarat Police have came up with an innovative concept of entertaining people, who cannot come out of their homes. Police are also using the platform to spread COVID-19 awareness among people. This initiative is taken by police in Vastrapur area of Ahmedabad. The total number of COVID-19 cases in the state is over 90. The state government is doing every bit to stop the infection of the dreadful virus.

Arvind Kejriwal confirms 91 fresh COVID-19 cases in last 24 hours in Delhi

New Delhi, Apr 03(ANI): Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal informed that so far 384 coronavirus positive cases have been found in Delhi. "There has been a rise of 91 cases in the last 24 hours," said CM Arvind Kejriwal. He further informed that out of the 384 cases, 58 patients had a history of foreign travel while 259 people had attended the Markaz event.

RSS distributes 250 food kits to GB Road sex workers

New Delhi, Apr 03(ANI): Amidst corona lockdown in the country, RSS came forward to help GB Road sex workers by distributing ration on April 03. RSS Joint General Secretary, Anil Gupta confirmed that a list of 986 sex workers has been made. "We have made a list of 986 sex workers here whom we will distribute ration today. We have brought around 250 kits for distribution today." Delhi RSS, Organizing Secretary, Sukhdev Bhardwaj highlighted the ingredients in a particular kit. He said, "In each kit we have 10kg flour, 5 kg rice, 2 kg pulses, 1 kg sugar, tea leaves, cooking oil, spices and milk powder. We are providing them with food for 10 days and after that if required we will provide them with more."

Strict action will be taken if anyone misbehaves with doctors: VK Singh

New Delhi, Apr 03 (ANI): Union Minister Vijay Kumar Singh said that strict action will be taken if anyone misbehaves with doctors. "One should cooperate with doctors. 2 people have recovered in Ghaziabad, the disease requires treatment. But if someone misbehaves, then strict action will be taken," said VK Singh after MMG Hospital staff complaint that Tablighi Jamaat attendees misbehaved with nurses.

Watch: Police personnel, medical staff applaud each other showing gratitude for rendering services amid COVID-19

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh), Apr 03 (ANI): Police personnel and doctors, nurses and other medical staff at Narmada Trauma Centre in Bhopal applaud each other as a mark of gratitude for rendering services amid coronavirus lockdown. Police, doctors, nurses are working day-night to treat COVID-19 patients across the country. The total number of active cases mounted to 2088 in the country.

It is sad to see healthcare staff facing such problems: AIIMS Doctor on Indore stone-pelting incident

New Delhi, Apr 03(ANI): AIIMS Senior resident Dr. Amandeep Singh expressed his grief on the stone pelting incidents in Indore, Telangana and other states. He said, "It is sad that doctors, nursing staff and all health care workers who are fighting with coronavirus at the front foot are facing such problems." Dr. Amandeep said that even though the doctors and medical staff feel bad but they never step back from their duties. Appreciating the action taken by the state government, he said that it is important to take strict decisions because doctors are not just battling with coronavirus but also are fighting to save their lives.

Indian Youth Congress extends food support to patients' families, hospital staff

New Delhi, Apr 03 (ANI): Amid 21 days nationwide lockdown, Indian Youth Congress has extended its support by providing food to families of the patients and hospital staff as a humanitarian gesture. According to the member of IYC, hospitals provide food to patients, who are admitted there but don't provide food to the families, who came there with the patients. Considering the need, Indian Youth Congress decided to provide food to the families and the hospital staff members.

COVID-19 lockdown: Food being distributed to needy in national capital

New Delhi, Apr 03 (ANI): As nation is under lockdown due to growing cases of coronavirus, free food is being distributed to needy people in Delhi on April 03. The food is distributed at various parts of Delhi including Ajmeri Gate and Lahori Gate areas. A total number of 219 active cases of coronavirus have been reported in Delhi so far. Prime Minister Narendra Modi had announced to observe nationwide lockdown till April 14.

Noida-based startup produces cost-effective portable ventilators

Noida (Uttar Pradesh), Apr 03 (ANI): Amid growing cases of coronavirus, AgVa Healthcare Production Company, a Noida-based startup, started production of cost-effective portable ventilators. They have taken the step to meet shortage of the equipment across the country in the wake of COVID-19. The company will make around 20,000 ventilators to meet the need. A total number of 2088 active cases of coronavirus have been reported in India so far.

TN Health Minister inaugurates humanoid robot service at Chennai's Stanley Medical College

Chennai, Apr 03 (ANI): Tamil Nadu Health Minister C Vijayabaskar visited at Chennai's Stanley Medical College on April 03. He also reviewed situation of COVID-19 special ward. Vijayabaskar also inaugurated the humanoid robot service used for patients which is handled by nurses. The robot provides the essential commodities to the patients at COVID-19 isolation wards.

COVID-19 sanitisation drive being conducted in parts of India

New Delhi, Apr 03 (ANI): Delhi Municipal Corporation is conducting sanitisation drive in Narela area using drones on April 03. Meanwhile in Tamil Nadu, fire fighters sanitized Greater Chennai Corporation. This will add relief to the commoners amid coronavirus scare. The country is battling against the virus outbreak. The total positive cases jumped to 2088.

Health Minister Harsh Vardhan visits RML Hospital, praises doctors' efforts amid COVID-19 outbreak

New Delhi, Apr 03 (ANI): In wake of growing cases of novel coronavirus in India, Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare, Harsh Vardhan visited Dr Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital on April 03. He interacted with the medical staff there and also inspected the arrangements in the hospital. During his interaction with medical staff, Harsh Vardhan said, "The country will always be proud of your contributions and sacrifices, and will always remember it." A total number of 2088 active cases of coronavirus have been reported in India so far.

Equities edge lower amid rising number of COVID-19 cases

New Delhi, Apr 03 (ANI): Equity benchmark indices traded lower during early hours on Friday with investors remaining focused on the possible impact of rising coronavirus infections. At 10:15 am, the BSE S-P Sensex was down by 274 points or 0.97 per cent at 27,991 while the Nifty 50 slipped by 91 points or 1.11 per cent at 8,162. Except for Nifty FMCG and pharma, all sectoral indices at the National Stock Exchange were in the red with Nifty private bank down by 2.9 per cent, metal by 2.8 per cent and auto by 2.5 per cent. Among stocks, private sector lender IndusInd Bank dropped by 5.5 per cent to Rs 323.25 per share. Kotak Mahindra Bank and ICICI Bank too dipped by 4.9 per cent and 3.9 per cent respectively.

Indians extend their support to PM Modi's 'light candle on Apr 05' move

New Delhi / Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) / Ranchi (Jharkhand), Apr 03 (ANI): Amid coronavirus lockdown, Prime Minister Narendra Modi requested the nation to switch off light for nine minutes at 9 pm on April 05 and light up lamp, candle or torch to mark the fight against COVID-19. The citizens of India hailed the step and extended their support to the move.

Chemist opts for face painting to create awareness about COVID-19 outbreak in Prayagraj

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh), Apr 03 (ANI): Amid growing cases and fear of coronavirus in India, a unique step has been taken in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj to create awareness about the virus. A medical chemist opted for face painting to appeal for his customers to stay at home. The step has been taken to promote social distancing, which is considered as need of the hour. A total number of 2088 active cases of coronavirus have been reported in India so far.

Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh chair GoM meeting amid COVID-19 outbreak

New Delhi, Apr 03 (ANI): Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh chaired a meeting with Group of Ministers on the current situation of coronavirus in the country. Prakash Javadekar, Smriti Irani, Ram Vilas Paswan also attended the meeting. A total number of active cases of coronavirus in the country have mounted to 2088.

UP CM releases online pension to beneficiaries via video conferencing

Lucknow (UP), Apr 03 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath released online pension to beneficiaries under various category on April 03. He also interacted with the beneficiary via video conferencing. Amid coronavirus scare and nationwide lockdown, keeping social distance in mind, most of the work is being done through video conferencing. Government of India announced nationwide lockdown till April 14 amid coronavirus outbreak.

Covid-19: Janata curfew made country aware of its unity amid challenging time, says PM Modi

New Delhi, Apr 03 (ANI): Amid coronavirus outbreak, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation on April 03. In a video message he said that Janata curfew made the country aware of its unity amid challenging time. "The way you paid gratitude to people fighting against COVID19, on March 22 has become a model that is being emulated by other countries. Janata curfew and ringing of bells/clanging utensils, made the country aware of its unity amid this challenging time," said PM Modi.