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India has tremendous capacity to combat COVID-19: WHO

Geneva (Switzerland), Mar 24 (ANI): The executive director of the World Health Organisation (WHO), Dr Michael J Ryan, said that India has a tremendous capacity to deal the coronavirus outbreak situation as it has experience of eradicating two pandemics, namely small-pox and polio. Dr Michael J Ryan said, "India is hugely populated like China and future of coronavirus pandemic to greater extent will be determined by what happens in densely populated large countries. It is really important that India continues to take aggressive action at public health level to contain, control and suppress this disease and to save lives. India led the world in eradicating two silent killers - Small Pox and Polio. India has tremendous capacities, all countries have tremendous capacities when communities and civil societies are mobilized." According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), the number of cases worldwide has surpassed 3,30,000, while the number of deaths has exceeded to 14,000.

COVID-19 outbreak: Trump signs executive order to prevent price gouging, hoarding of medical supplies

Washington D.C. (USA), Mar 24 (ANI): President Donald Trump on Monday issued an executive order to prohibit hoarding and price gouging of medical supplies in the United States amid the coronavirus pandemic which has claimed over 400 lives in the country. "The order will prohibit the hoarding of vital medical equipment and supplies, such as hand sanitizers, face masks, and personal protective equipment," Trump said at the coronavirus task force briefing. "We will not allow anyone to exploit the suffering of American citizens for their own profit," he added.

COVID-19 outbreak: Sikhs prepare over 30,000 free meal packets for Americans in self-isolation

New York (USA), Mar 24 (ANI): The Sikh Center of New York, Inc prepared and packaged more than 30,000 home-cooked meals for Americans in coronavirus self-isolation. The Sikh community was approached by New York's Mayor office for food packages that were handed out to several distributing federal agencies in the area. Home-cooked meal is comprised of dry fruits, rice and lentils. Sikh Center is distributing and delivering free food to COVID-19 affected people in New York. Strict food hygiene practices were observed while the food was prepared such as maintaining social distancing and using face masks and gloves. The distributing agencies will provide food packets to people who are facing trouble in getting food at supermarkets. While speaking to ANI, the coordinator of American Gurudwara Prabhandak Committee (East Coast), Himmat Singh said, "The 'Sewa' or service provided by Sikh volunteers is a vegetarian meal comprising of dry fruits, rice and lentils. The meals were prepared on March

COVID-19 outbreak: Little upset with China, says Prez Trump

Washington DC (USA), Mar 23 (ANI): While addressing a media brief on coronavirus outbreak, the United States President, Donald Trump expressed that he is upset with China for not responding to US' help. Trump said, "Our relationship with China is very good relationship. I wish they would have told us three months sooner. If they would have told us, we could have saved a lot of lives. I am a little upset with China. As much as I like President Xi and respect the country, I admire what they have done in short period of time. I asked if we could send some people to help them, they didn't want it, at a pride. They didn't respond."

Nepal builds special hospital for COVID-19 patients within 72 hours

Bharatpur (Nepal), Mar 21 (ANI): A special hospital with 70 beds, including 10 Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and High Dependent Unit (HDU) with 10 beds designated to treat COVID-19 patients was built in Nepal's Chitwan District within 72 hours of its announcement. The hospital came into operation from Friday itself, abiding by the deadline of three days set by the Bharatpur Metropolis on 18th March. Exhibition center, constructed by Chitwan Industry Union, was converted into a temporary medical facility to cope with increased risk after the outbreak of new strain of coronavirus or the COVID-19 which has now taken the form of a pandemic. The Chitwan Medical College (CMC) has been designated to coordinate with College of Medical Sciences and the Private Hospital Coordination Committee and operate the ICU and HDU of the newly set hospital. Bharatpur- headquarter of Chitwan District is also regarded as economic and medical hub and transit to reach various districts of the Himalayan Nation hos

Pakistan records first-ever coronavirus death

New Delhi, Mar 19 (ANI): A 50-year-old patient from Mardan district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in Pakistan died due to coronavirus. It was the first-ever coronavirus death recorded in Pakistan. The World Health Organisation (WHO) has declared coronavirus outbreak a pandemic. Coronavirus had first emerged in China's Wuhan in December last year.

COVID-19 outbreak: In fear of lockdown, people rush to stockpile essentials

Kathmandu (Nepal), Mar 19 (ANI): In fear of lockdown due to coronavirus, people in Nepal started stockpiling the essentials. Long queues outside petrol pumps and gas stations have become a regular phenomenon in the capital Kathmandu. It is said that markets across the capital have been witnessing a shortage of fuel as people have started stockpiling the essentials amid fears of a possible spread of the coronavirus infection. However, Nepal has reported one case of coronavirus so far. At least 7,807 people globally have died from COVID-19, while more than 180,000 infections have been confirmed in at least 150 countries and territories, according to the World Health Organization.

Advocates protest police brutality against them in PoK

PoK, MARCH 17, 2020: - A large number of advocates took to streets of Muzzafarabad in Pakistan-occupied-Kashmir to protest police brutality against them. The protests erupted after the police baton-charged a group of advocates, including women, and used poisonous gas to disperse them when they gathered outside a police station to peacefully lodge a complaint. During the protest, the advocates chanted slogans against the police and the establishment which has given them a free hand.

Once we're done with coronavirus, US economy will surge: Trump

Washington DC (USA), Mar 17 (ANI): On being asked if US economy is heading towards recession amid novel coronavirus disease, the United States President Donald Trump said, "It may be, we're not thinking in term of the virus. I think there is tremendous pent up demand in terms of stock market and in terms of economy. Once we're done with it, you are going to see a tremendous surge." He further said that his government is doing a fantastic job to fight from COVID-19. According to reports, a total of 3,487 positive cases of coronavirus have been registered in USA so far.

COVID-19 outbreak: Racing to develop anti-viral therapies, other treatments, says Trump

Washington DC (USA), Mar 17 (ANI): Speaking to mediapersons on novel coronavirus disease, the United States President, Donald Trump said, "My administration is recommending that all Americans work to engage in schooling from home when possible, avoid gathering in groups of more than 10 people, avoid discretionary travel and avoid eating and drinking at bars-restaurants and public food courts. If everyone makes these critical changes, we will be able to fight. I'm pleased to report that a vaccine candidate has begun the phase-1 clinical trial, it's one of the fastest vaccine development launches in history. We're also racing to develop anti-viral therapies and other treatments, we have some promising early results." According to reports, a total of 3,487 positive cases of coronavirus have been registered in USA so far.

Sri Lanka's economy has taken severe blow amid coronavirus scare: President Rajapaksa

New Delhi, Mar 15(ANI): While attending a video conference of all South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) member countries amid Coronavirus scare, Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa said, "Our economy has taken serious blow, particularly tourism sector which was just recovering after last years' terrorist attack. I strongly recommend SAARC leaders to formulate mechanism to assist our economies to tide over difficult period."

Should create common framework for tele-medicine to combat Coronavirus: Afghanistan Prez to SAARC nations

New Delhi, Mar 15(ANI): Afghanistan President Ashraf Ghani on March 15 attended a video conference of all South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) member countries amid Coronavirus scare. During the meeting via video conference, he suggested idea of creating a common framework for tele-medicine to combat Coronavirus. He said, "We should create a common framework for tele-medicine to combat #Coronavirus. The closing of borders will result in a significant problem of availability of food, medicines and basic goods."

Maldives President praises India for generous assistance amid coronavirus scare

New Delhi, Mar 15(ANI): Maldives President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih on March 15 attended a video conference of all South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) member countries amid Coronavirus scare. In behalf of the people of Maldives, President Solih thanked India for generous assistance amid rising coronavirus cases. He said, "The Maldives is fortunate to have received general assistance from India and I convey my Government's appreciation to Mr Modi and people of India."

'We will solve this problem well,' Donald Trump on Coronavirus

Washington, D.C. (USA), Mar 14 (ANI): President of the United States of America Donald Trump on March 14 held a press brief and informed about the Coronavirus Relief Bill. He said that the bill provides free Coronavirus testing for all the Americans who should be tested. "It is a pretty complex test and it costs money and it is being provided free. So people don't have to worry about that," said Trump. "As of now, we have 50 deaths due to Coronavirus. We want to keep that number as low as possible. It came out of China, but it is nobody's fault. Nobody expected it. We all will solve this problem well," added Trump.

Trump says he has been tested for Coronavirus

Washington, D.C. (USA), Mar 14 (ANI): President of the United States of America Donald Trump on March 14 held a press brief and informed about the Coronavirus Relief Bill. Trump said that he took the test and is still awaiting the results. The US President also replied to reporters' question that whether his body temperature is normal or not?, to which he replied 'totally normal'.

Nepal takes precautionary measures amid Novel Coronavirus scare

Kathmandu (Nepal), Mar 14 (ANI): The Nepal government imposed mandatory self-quarantine for those arriving in the Himalayan nation. On March 13, the govt announced suspension of its visa-on-arrival services till April 30 as part of measures to restrict the spread of disease. The country has also halted all mountaineering expeditions, including Mount Everest ascents.

Trump announces national emergency amid coronavirus outbreak

Washington DC (USA), Mar 14 (ANI): Unites States of America (USA) President Donald Trump declared coronavirus as national emergency. He said, "We are suspending the entry of foreign national in US who have been to Europe in last 14 days. Family of people who have returned from Europe will go under screening as well as self-isolation for a period of 14 days. It is only the beginning of what we are doing. To unleash the full power of the federal government, I am officially declaring a national emergency. The action I am taking will open up access to 50 billion dollars for states and territories in our shared fight against this disease." The number of cases in United States reached around 1,920 while at least 41 people have died.

Canadian PM Trudeau goes in self-isolation after wife tests positive for Covid-19

Ottawa (Canada), Mar 14 (ANI): Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau addressed media to tackle the vicious coronavirus. He informed that he is in self-isolation along with his kids while his wife Sophie Gregoire Trudeau, is in quarantine after being tested positive for Covid-19. He said, "We, just like many Canadians are following the advice that public health professional are telling us in terms of what can we do and what we shouldn't do. That means I am in isolation, as are my children, and my wife is in quarantine." He further added, "Most of the morning, kids have been doing lego, my wife has been on the phone to friends and family. I have been on phone with cabinet, officials and members of my team as we work together to keep Canadians safe."

Trudeau announces financial aid to Canadians amid Covid-19 scare

Ottawa (Canada), Mar 14 (ANI): Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau addressed media to tackle the vicious coronavirus. He made announcements on the steps that government has taken to cambat Covid-19. He said, "Earlier today, Canadian ministers have announced that Canada has adviced Canadians to curtail non-essential international travel, and the cruise season is suspended until July. We are bringing additional screening measures at airports. We are also streamlining overseas arrivals to be better positioned for screening." He further added, "Later today I will have a call with premiers and indigenous leaders to discuss the latest developments and coordinate our efforts including the over-billion dollar Covid-19 response fund which provides money to the provinces and territories to support preparation and mitigation." Trudeau made announcement on providing financial help to Canadians. He said, "I know that you're worried about your health, family, job, paying rent etc. I know that yo

Had 'great time' in India, loved being with PM Modi: Donald Trump

Washington DC (USA), Mar 14 (ANI): Unites States of America (USA) President Donald Trump said that he had a 'great time' in India and said he and Prime Minister Narendra Modi discussed several issues. "We had a great time in India, it was an incredible two days. He (PM Modi) is a great friend of mine, he is a friend of his people. I loved being with him, we talked about everything, far more than just borders," Trump said during a press conference on coronavirus crisis.