MHA Asks States To Widely Publicize Penal Provisions For Lockdown Violations; Directs Strict Action Against Violators [Read Letter]
4 years, 9 months ago

MHA Asks States To Widely Publicize Penal Provisions For Lockdown Violations; Directs Strict Action Against Violators [Read Letter]

Live Law  

The Union Ministry for Home Affairs on Thursday asked the Chief Secretaries of the all the states to strictly implement the lockdown measures issued by the Central government on March 24. In view thereof, the state authorities have been directed to widely publicize the relevant provisions under the Disaster Management Act, besides Section 188 of IPC, that may be used against lockdown violators. COVID-19: Penal Laws For Enforcing Pandemic Protocols In a letter addressed to the State Chief Secretaries the Ministry said, "In the lockdown measures issued vide MHA Order No. 188 of the IPC"… It is requested that for the attention of the public authorities and citizens, the penal provisions under the DM Act and IPC should be widely circulated and for violation of lockdown measures, action under relevant provisions of DM Act and IPC shall be taken by the law enforcement authorities." While hearing a writ petition titled Alakh Alok Srivastava v. Union of India on Tuesday, the Supreme Court had expressed its "trust and hope" that "all concerned viz., State Governments, Public Authorities and Citizens of this country will faithfully comply with the directives, advisories and orders issued by Union of India in letter and spirit in the interest of public safety."

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Home Ministry’s Warning to States ‘If Covid-Appropriate Behaviour not Maintained'
3 years, 5 months ago

Home Ministry’s Warning to States ‘If Covid-Appropriate Behaviour not Maintained'

News 18  

The home ministry warned states and Union Territories on Wednesday about the return of lockdown-like restrictions if crowds are not controlled and Covid-appropriate behaviour is not followed. In a strongly worded letter to state chief secretaries and UT administrators, Union home secretary Ajay Bhalla said people have been seen violating Covid norms at hill stations and in public transport across …

Meghalaya imposes Covid-19 lockdown till June 14
3 years, 7 months ago

Meghalaya imposes Covid-19 lockdown till June 14

India Today  

Amid a spike in Covid-19 cases in the state, the Meghalaya government has imposed a total lockdown across the state from June 7 to June 14. Earlier, the Meghalaya government had imposed lockdown only in East Khasi Hills district till June 7 besides containment zone measures in other places to contain the spread of Covid-19. In the order issued on …

COVID-19 | ‘Enforce lockdown or court will order it’, Patna HC tells Bihar govt.
3 years, 8 months ago

COVID-19 | ‘Enforce lockdown or court will order it’, Patna HC tells Bihar govt.

The Hindu  

Hitting hard on the Bihar government over the failure in controlling the COVID-19 situation, the Patna High Court has observed that the government should “enforce lockdown or the court will order it”. “Either the State government declares a lockdown or the court will have to pass an appropriate order,” the court said in an oral observation while directing Mr. Kishore …

Complete lockdown in India from May 3-20 amid massive Covid wave? What Govt said
3 years, 8 months ago

Complete lockdown in India from May 3-20 amid massive Covid wave? What Govt said

India TV News  

The government on Friday cleared the confusion after viral posts on social media claiming a complete lockdown in India from May 3-May 20, 2021, amid a raging wave of coronavirus in the country. Earlier on Thursday, the Union Home Ministry informed States, UTs that there would be no lockdown and advised them to go in for "containment" in districts and …

COVID-19: Section 144 imposed across Maharashtra, decision on complete lockdown today
3 years, 8 months ago

COVID-19: Section 144 imposed across Maharashtra, decision on complete lockdown today

India TV News  

Amid soaring Covid-19 cases, the Maharashtra government has imposed Section 144 imposed across the state. Covid-19 cases shot up again in Maharashtra on Tuesday with the state reporting its highest ever death toll with a spike in the number of active cases. After a record high of 68,631 new cases notched on April 18, Maharashtra on Tuesday reported 62,097 new …

COVID-19: Uttar Pradesh Government Says Can't Impose Lockdown In 5 Cities Despite Allahabad High Court Order
3 years, 8 months ago

COVID-19: Uttar Pradesh Government Says Can't Impose Lockdown In 5 Cities Despite Allahabad High Court Order

Live Law  

The Uttar Pradesh Government has refused to implement the High Court-ordered lockdown in the 5 cities of the State, reported India Today. and especially in cities like Prayagraj, Lucknow, Varanasi, Kanpur, and Gorakhpur, the Allahabad High Court on Monday imposed Lockdown in these cities till April 26. Today, while ordering lockdown in 5 cities of Uttar Pradesh, the Allahabad High …

Consider imposing complete lockdown in Covid-19 affected areas: Allahabad HC tells Yogi govt
3 years, 8 months ago

Consider imposing complete lockdown in Covid-19 affected areas: Allahabad HC tells Yogi govt

India TV News  

Amid the surge in the COVID-19 cases in Uttar Pradesh, the Allahabad High Court on Tuesday directed the state government to consider imposing a complete lockdown in the most affected districts. The Uttar Pradesh government has already announced restrictions on gatherings of five or more people in religious places for effective control of the Covid-19 pandemic during Navratri and Ramzan. …

Will lockdown be imposed again? Here's what PM Modi said after Covid review meet with CMs
3 years, 9 months ago

Will lockdown be imposed again? Here's what PM Modi said after Covid review meet with CMs

India TV News  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday ruled out imposing any lockdown in the country, however, he emphasized the need to identify micro-containment zones in a mission mode. Citing last year's situation, the prime minister said the country was left with the option of enforcing a lockdown back then since there were not many resources available. Modi said many states including …

A Year After Lockdown, We Have Learnt Going Local is the Best Way to Fight a Pandemic
3 years, 9 months ago

A Year After Lockdown, We Have Learnt Going Local is the Best Way to Fight a Pandemic

News 18  

This time last year, we were looking at a dreadful virus that had not yet infected many. One year down the line, we have at least half-a -dozen vaccines rolled out, a death toll that does not reflect the dire predictions made last year and a population that increasingly is weaving its way back to life and liberty, last seen …

Total Lockdown for 46 Days from Sept 25? Fact Check as 'Govt Notice' Goes Viral Amid Spike in Virus Cases
4 years, 3 months ago

Total Lockdown for 46 Days from Sept 25? Fact Check as 'Govt Notice' Goes Viral Amid Spike in Virus Cases

News 18  

New Delhi: Reacting to reports of another lockdown due to Covid-19 starting at the end of this month, the government have denied issuing any such order and refuted the claim. The report widely being circulated over the social media claiming that the National Disaster Management Authority will order another lockdown from September 25 due to the rising Covid-19 cases across …

States Cannot Impose Local Lockdowns outside Containment Zones without Centre's Approval
4 years, 4 months ago

States Cannot Impose Local Lockdowns outside Containment Zones without Centre's Approval

News 18  

State governments cannot impose any local lockdown outside the containment zones without prior consultation with the central government, announced the Ministry of Home Affairs in the Unlock 4.0 guidelines released on Saturday. “State/UT governments shall not impose any local lockdown, outside the containment zones, without prior consultation with the central government,” said the communication. The national directives for coronavirus management …

Unlock-4: States/UTs cannot impose lockdown outside containment zones without MHA's approval
4 years, 4 months ago

Unlock-4: States/UTs cannot impose lockdown outside containment zones without MHA's approval

India Today  

States and union territories cannot enforce any local lockdowns outside Covid-19 containment zones without prior approval from the Ministry of Home Affairs, say the Unlock-4 guidelines released on Saturday. In its latest guidelines, the Government of India has specified that lockdowns will continue to be enforced in containment zones till September 30. District authorities have been empowered to demarcate such …

Govt junks night curfew under Unlock 3, schools to stay closed
4 years, 5 months ago

Govt junks night curfew under Unlock 3, schools to stay closed

Hindustan Times  

The ministry of home affairs issued new guidelines on Wednesday for opening up of more activities in areas outside the containment zones in Unlock 3, which will come into effect from August 1 amid the continuing Covid-19 pandemic. “After extensive consultation with States and UTs, it has been decided that schools, colleges and coaching institutions will remain closed till August …

States hold the key: The Hindu Editorial on Unlock 2.0
4 years, 6 months ago

States hold the key: The Hindu Editorial on Unlock 2.0

The Hindu  

The Home Ministry’s orders relaxing the lockdown in the Unlock 2.0 phase until July 31 provides for a wider resumption of activity in areas other than containment zones, while retaining, appropriately, the prohibition on mass gatherings. They are, of course, empowered to impose additional restrictions outside containment zones without impeding inter- and intra-State movement of people and goods. Some of …

[Breaking] MHA Issues Unlock 2 Guidelines : Schools, Colleges, Cinema Halls, Gymns, Metro Rail Etc., Shut Till July 31
4 years, 6 months ago

[Breaking] MHA Issues Unlock 2 Guidelines : Schools, Colleges, Cinema Halls, Gymns, Metro Rail Etc., Shut Till July 31

Live Law  

The Ministry of Home Affairs on Monday issued "Unclock 2" guidelines, extending lockdown in containment zones till July 31.Outside the containment zones, the following activities will be banned :Schools, colleges, educational institutions and coaching institutions will remain closed till July 31. The Ministry of Home Affairs on Monday issued "Unclock 2" guidelines, extending lockdown in containment zones till July 31. …

As lockdown eases, states get more control
4 years, 7 months ago

As lockdown eases, states get more control

Live Mint  

As the union government on Saturday announced more relaxation in the fifth phase of national lockdown, on the lines of earlier trend it has given state governments more powers to take decision to restrict activities in non-containment zones, identification of buffer zones, regulation of movement of persons on the basis of public health reasons and being stakeholders in long term …

Govt tells states to follow night curfew, flags norms’ violation
4 years, 7 months ago

Govt tells states to follow night curfew, flags norms’ violation

Hindustan Times  

The ministry of home affairs on Thursday again nudged the states to strictly follow lockdown guidelines, particularly the night curfew, to make sure people observe social distancing norms and contain the risk of infection spreading. In a letter to the states, Union home secretary Ajay Bhalla said the night curfew, which means all non-essential activity and movement is prohibited between …

Lockdown guidelines being violated: MHA warns states again
4 years, 7 months ago

Lockdown guidelines being violated: MHA warns states again

Live Mint  

The Union home ministry on Thursday sent yet another warning to states, after the Central ministry received reports of lockdown violations across the country. While this is the second time this week that the ministry has warned states against diluting lockdown guidelines, Union home secretary Ajay Bhalla reiterated on Thursday that the "guidelines should be strictly implemented and all authorities …

Has The MHA Order On Payment Of Full Wages Ceased To Operate With New Lockdown Guidelines Taking Effect?
4 years, 7 months ago

Has The MHA Order On Payment Of Full Wages Ceased To Operate With New Lockdown Guidelines Taking Effect?

Live Law  

The latest guidelines issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs on May 17 for the fourth phase of lockdown from May 18 to May 31 has in effect nullified the order issued by the MHA on March 29 for full payment of wages to workers amid the lockdown.The order issued on May 17 states :Whereas, save as otherwise provided in …

Lockdown 4.0: Night curfew to continue between 7 pm to 7 am
4 years, 7 months ago

Lockdown 4.0: Night curfew to continue between 7 pm to 7 am

India TV News  

The Ministry of Home Affairs on Sunday evening released the guidfelines for lockdown 4.0 which will be in place for another two weeks till May 31. According to the MHA guidelines, the night curfew will remain in place between 7 pm to 7 am in order to contain the spread of the virus. Releasing the guidelines, MHA said, "the movement …

Lockdown 3.0: No flights, trains, inter-state road movement allowed
4 years, 8 months ago

Lockdown 3.0: No flights, trains, inter-state road movement allowed

India Today  

The Union Home Ministry today announced that the nationwide lockdown has been extended for two weeks, starting May 4. During the extended lockdown, no flights, trains and inter-state road movement will be allowed. Issuing guidelines for lockdown 3.0, the Union Home Ministry said after having a comprehensive review and in view of the lockdown measures having led to significant gains …

Centre writes to Kerala govt over easing of coronavirus lockdown restrictions, says decision violates MHA guidelines
4 years, 8 months ago

Centre writes to Kerala govt over easing of coronavirus lockdown restrictions, says decision violates MHA guidelines

Firstpost  

The Kerala government has announced relaxation of COVID-19 lockdown restrictions in two zones, allowing among others private vehicles movement in an odd-even basis and dine-in services at hotels from Monday. New Delhi, Apr 20 The Union Home Ministry has taken strong objection to the Kerala government’s decision to allow opening of restaurants, bus travel in cities and opening of MSME …

Covid-19: What are new lockdown relaxation rules in your state | All you need to know
4 years, 8 months ago

Covid-19: What are new lockdown relaxation rules in your state | All you need to know

India Today  

India has over 16,000 confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus to date. Uttar Pradesh: In separate orders issued on Sunday, the Lucknow district administration and the Gautam Buddha Nagar district administration stated that there will no relaxations on restrictions in these districts till May 3. While red zones continue to remain under lockdown owing to their identification as high-risk areas, …

States/UTs Cannot Dilute Restrictions Under COVID-19 Lockdown Guidelines : Home Ministry
4 years, 8 months ago

States/UTs Cannot Dilute Restrictions Under COVID-19 Lockdown Guidelines : Home Ministry

Live Law  

The Union Ministry of Home Affairs has instructed the State Governments and Union Territories not to dilute the lockdown guidelines framed by it.The lockdown guidelines for the control of COVID-19 transmission were formulated by the Home Secretary exercising the powers as the Chairperson of the National Executive Committee under Section 10 (2)(l) of the Disaster Management Act 2005."It... The Union …

National Lockdown : MHA Issues Revised Guidelines; Lists Out Activities Permitted After April 20 [Read Guidelines]
4 years, 8 months ago

National Lockdown : MHA Issues Revised Guidelines; Lists Out Activities Permitted After April 20 [Read Guidelines]

Live Law  

Following the Prime Minister's announcement of extension of country wide lockdown till May 3, the Ministry of Home Affairs issued revised guidelines on Thursday regarding the measures to be adopted during this period to control the transmission of COVID-19 pandemic.Notably, the Ministry has also enumerated some activities, which could be permitted by the respective States and Union. Read the Order …

Lockdown 2.0: How will life be affected? Here's what you need to know in 10 points
4 years, 8 months ago

Lockdown 2.0: How will life be affected? Here's what you need to know in 10 points

India Today  

The government issued a detailed list of directives for Covid-19 management on Wednesday, making face covers mandatory at work and in public places, and announcing bans on spitting and sellling liquour and tobacco. Workplaces have been asked to implement specific measures to contain the spread of the virus, including staggered lunch breaks, a gap of one hour between shifts, and …

Coronavirus lockdown: Where to check new lockdown guidelines
4 years, 8 months ago

Coronavirus lockdown: Where to check new lockdown guidelines

India Today  

The Ministry of Home Affairs has issued detailed guidelines for states, Union Territories and the public to follow till the lockdown is in practice. Some relief has been provided to the sectors like industrial sectors, manufacturing units, hospitals, and their manufacturing units during the lockdown till May 3, 2020. Click on the link “ Consolidated Guidelines of MHA on Lockdown …

Lockdown Violators Should Be Booked Under IPC, DM Act: Home Secy
4 years, 9 months ago

Lockdown Violators Should Be Booked Under IPC, DM Act: Home Secy

The Quint  

While mentioning about the provisions of the DM Act and IPC, the Supreme Court had observed that “we trust and expect that all concerned, state governments, public authorities and citizens of this country will faithfully comply with the directives, advisories and orders issued by Union of India in letter and spirit in the interest of public safety”. According to the …

Coronavirus Outbreak: Centre tells states to implement lockdown strictly, seal borders to stop exodus of migrant workers
4 years, 9 months ago

Coronavirus Outbreak: Centre tells states to implement lockdown strictly, seal borders to stop exodus of migrant workers

Firstpost  

The Centre on Sunday issued directives to states asking them to ensure that the lockdown imposed to halt the spread of the coronavirus was strictly implemented The Centre on Sunday issued a directive telling states to ensure that the lockdown imposed to halt the spread of the coronavirus was strictly implemented. According to a release issued by the Ministry for …

National Lockdown : Centre Issues Advisory To States For Welfare Of Migrant Workers
4 years, 9 months ago

National Lockdown : Centre Issues Advisory To States For Welfare Of Migrant Workers

Live Law  

The Ministry of Home Affairs on Friday issued an advisory to all States and Union Territories to ensure adequate arrangements are made for all migrant workers and students from outside the States. In a letter to all States and UTs, the Union Home Secretary has asked for immediate steps to be taken to mitigate the situation faced by migrant workers, …

COVID 19 : Essential Goods & Services Excluded From 21-Days National Lockdown [Read Guidelines]
4 years, 9 months ago

COVID 19 : Essential Goods & Services Excluded From 21-Days National Lockdown [Read Guidelines]

Live Law  

The Union Government has invoked the powers under the Disaster Management Act 2005 to declare 21-days country-wide lockdown to prevent the transmission of COVID-19 pandemic.As per the guidelines annexed to the order, all offices of the Government of India and State Governments, and their autonomous bodies and corporations shall remain closed, except those dealing with defence, treasury,. The Union Government …

MHA officials review lockdown situation across India
4 years, 9 months ago

MHA officials review lockdown situation across India

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: The Union home ministry top brass on Tuesday reviewed the lockdown situation across 548 districts in 30 states and Union Territories in view of the coronavirus outbreak. The home ministry has also assured all possible assistance to the states to help maintain any law and order situation arising out of either lockdown or curfew in different parts of …

COVID-19 : Penal Laws For Enforcing Pandemic Protocols [Explainer]
4 years, 9 months ago

COVID-19 : Penal Laws For Enforcing Pandemic Protocols [Explainer]

Live Law  

Many states in the country have declared lockdown as a precautionary measure to curb the transmission of COVID-19 pandemic.These orders are imposed invoking the powers under Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897 and Disaster Management Act 2005. Section 3 of the Epidemic Diseases Act 1897 states that violation of regulations issued under the Act will be an offence under Section 188 IPC. …

Centre advises states to impose curfew wherever necessary to keep people inside homes
4 years, 9 months ago

Centre advises states to impose curfew wherever necessary to keep people inside homes

India Today  

As people continue to venture out despite lockdown, the Centre has advised state governments and union territory administrations to impose curfew wherever necessary in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak, officials said on Tuesday. The state governments and the union territory administrations have been advised to impose curfew wherever necessary as many people continue to go out of their homes …

Coronavirus outbreak: Centre asks states to enforce lockdown strictly to prevent spread, take legal action against violators
4 years, 9 months ago

Coronavirus outbreak: Centre asks states to enforce lockdown strictly to prevent spread, take legal action against violators

Firstpost  

This comes just an hour after Prime Minister Narendra Modi appealed to the public to take the lockdown seriously and urged the state government to ensure that rules and laws are followed New Delhi: The Centre on Monday asked state governments to strictly enforce the lockdown imposed to prevent the spread of coronavirus and directed legal action against violators. This …

Centre directs states to strictly enforce lockdown, penalise violators
4 years, 9 months ago

Centre directs states to strictly enforce lockdown, penalise violators

Live Mint  

The Centre on Monday asked states to strictly ensure that the lockdown is executed smoothly across the country. While states have shut down inter-state traffic, except carriers of essential commodities and sealed intra-city transport services, all private vehicles and citizens not engaged in essential services have been strictly asked to stay indoors. So, we have no other option but to …

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