Coronavirus Outbreak: Maharashtra deputy CM Ajit Pawar warns of stricter measures if lockdown defied
4 years, 9 months ago

Coronavirus Outbreak: Maharashtra deputy CM Ajit Pawar warns of stricter measures if lockdown defied

Firstpost  

Ajit Pawar’s warning came amid reports of blatant violation of the lockdown norms by people from many cities Mumbai: People should learn lessons from COVID-19 victims in the US, Italy and Spain and not venture out of their homes, Maharashtra deputy chief minister Ajit Pawar said on Wednesday as he warned of taking stricter measures if citizens continue to roam around on streets despite the lockdown. Pawar’s warning came amid reports of blatant violation of the lockdown norms by people from many cities. Expressing concern over the rising number of COVID-19 patients in Maharashtra, Pawar said the people venturing out to purchase vegetables during morning hours in this context endangered the very aim of lockdown. “ will have to review the current situation and take stricter measures if the people continue to congregate unnecessarily,” Pawar said.

Maharashtra Pawar Virus Stricter Measures  deputy  warning  pawar  stricter  lockdown  virus  violation  covid19  outbreak  coronavirus  vegetables  measures  homes  defied  warns  maharashtra  purchase

History of this topic

Covid Alert: Statewise list of precautions undertaken to intensify preparations
2 years ago

Covid Alert: Statewise list of precautions undertaken to intensify preparations

Live Mint  

Covid-19 situation in China has become a source of concern for the world, with researchers predicting a rise in death toll to millions amid fears that new mutants could emerge as a new wave of infections quickly spreads throughout the vast country. Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya will also hold a meeting with the health ministers of states and Union …

Avoid going out: Expert warns elderly people as new COVID variant causes alarm
2 years, 2 months ago

Avoid going out: Expert warns elderly people as new COVID variant causes alarm

Live Mint  

Dr. Randeep Guleria, a former director of the Delhi AIIMS, has asked the general public to adopt COVID-appropriate behaviour in light of the recent reports of a highly-contagious new COVID-19 variant in India. The decision to continue masks and COVID19-appropriate behaviour nationwide was made following a high-level meeting between Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya and senior health officials on October …

Maharashtra warns of COVID spike ahead of festive season, cautions against new Omicron subvariant
2 years, 2 months ago

Maharashtra warns of COVID spike ahead of festive season, cautions against new Omicron subvariant

Firstpost  

The Maharashtra health department has cautioned that COVID-19 cases could rise, especially during winter and the festive season, citing new variants like BA.2.3.20 and BQ.1 reported from the state Mumbai: The Mumbai civic body on Tuesday issued an advisory urging citizens to adhere to COVID-19-appropriate behaviour during the upcoming festive season to prevent a spike in cases. The Maharashtra health …

Alarming! Maharashtra sees 104% spike in COVID-19 cases
2 years, 6 months ago

Alarming! Maharashtra sees 104% spike in COVID-19 cases

Live Mint  

Maharashtra recorded 3,098 new COVID-19 cases on July 5, up from 1,515 the day before, and six fatalities, bringing the total to 79,89,909 cases and the death toll to 1,47,949, respectively. According to data from the state's health department, the recovery rate was 97.89%, the death rate was 1.85%, and the positive rate, or cases found per 100 tests, was …

Government hopes sector-specific coronavirus rules can prevent lockdowns
2 years, 6 months ago

Government hopes sector-specific coronavirus rules can prevent lockdowns

Dutch News  

Business sectors will be required to come up with plans to contain the spread of coronavirus to keep society as open as possible during a new wave of infections, health minister Ernst Kuipers said on Monday. The government says sector-specific ‘rules ladders’ can play a key role in slowing the spread of the disease without the government having to impose …

Covid hospitalisations up by 231% in May in Mumbai
2 years, 7 months ago

Covid hospitalisations up by 231% in May in Mumbai

India Today  

The intensive care units in Mumbai have again started seeing an upwards trend in admissions with the recent spike in Covid-19 cases. COVID-RELATED RESTRICTIONS Last week, cabinet minister Aslam Shaikh said that Maharashtra will impose another lockdown if Covid cases continue to surge and exceed the 1,000-mark in the state. COVID-19 CASES IN MUMBAI Mumbai on Monday reported 318 Covid-19 …

Covid threat not over but India in better situation now, says PM Modi in meet
2 years, 8 months ago

Covid threat not over but India in better situation now, says PM Modi in meet

India Today  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday, April 27, said that Covid threat is not over yet and people need to follow all precautions against the disease. 'CASES AT SCHOOLS WORRYING PARENTS' PM Modi said the cases of children getting infected at a time when schools have just reopened are worrying parents. 'PRE-EMPTIVE, PROACTIVE, COLLECTIVE FOCUS' PM Modi said that people …

US warns of 'arbitrary' COVID-19 measures in China as Shanghai fights a surge of infections
2 years, 8 months ago

US warns of 'arbitrary' COVID-19 measures in China as Shanghai fights a surge of infections

Firstpost  

Shanghai’s roughly 25 million inhabitants were locked down in phases last week, prompting complaints of food shortages and viral videos of disgruntled residents scuffling with officials Beijing**, China:** The United States on Saturday warned of “arbitrary” COVID-19 measures in China and said it would let some staff leave its Shanghai consulate amid a surge of infections in the locked-down megacity. …

Need To Be Careful In India Too: Gehlot Cautions Over Covid Surge In China, South Korea
2 years, 9 months ago

Need To Be Careful In India Too: Gehlot Cautions Over Covid Surge In China, South Korea

ABP News  

New Delhi: As Covid-19 cases surge in many countries including China and South Korea, Rajasthan Chief Minister expressed concern on Sunday saying that there is a need to be vigilant to prevent further infections in India. Taking to Twitter, the Rajasthan Chief Minister wrote, "As is seen in the news, coronavirus cases are increasing in many countries, including China and …

Sweden 'correct' to avoid full Covid-19 lockdown, report claims
2 years, 10 months ago

Sweden 'correct' to avoid full Covid-19 lockdown, report claims

Daily Mail  

Sweden made the correct decision by avoiding a full Covid-19 lockdown and relying on their population's common sense, a commission into the handling of the virus has claimed. Swedish experts said repeated lockdowns in other European countries were neither 'necessary' nor 'defensible'. Sweden has completed a study into the nation's handling of the Coronavirus pandemic The authors praised the decision …

State to discuss further relaxations in curbs on February 25
2 years, 10 months ago

State to discuss further relaxations in curbs on February 25

Hindustan Times  

As new Covid-19 cases continue on a downward trend, the Maharashtra government will discuss further easing of restrictions later this week and is expected to issue an order. Anshuman Poyrekar/HT Photo Even though the Bombay high court on Tuesday said that the state’s orders of 2021 permitting only those fully vaccinated to travel in suburban trains were “illegal”, the state …

Maharashtra reports big jump in Covid deaths at 47; 1,080 test positive
2 years, 10 months ago

Maharashtra reports big jump in Covid deaths at 47; 1,080 test positive

India Today  

Maharashtra on Tuesday reported a big jump in deaths linked to coronavirus at 47 from just four fatalities registered a day ago, while the daily case tally again crossed the 1,000-mark to stand at 1,080, the health department said. Of the eight administrative circles, the Pune circle recorded 428 cases, followed by Mumbai, Nashik, Nagpur, Akola, Kolhapur, Latur and the …

No need for full lockdown, says TN Health Minister Subramanian
2 years, 11 months ago

No need for full lockdown, says TN Health Minister Subramanian

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai: Amid the surge in the COVID-19 cases, Tamil Nadu Health Minister MA Subramanian on Tuesday said that there is no need for a lockdown in the state amid rising COVID-19 cases. According to the state health department, there are currently 62,767 active cases of COVID in Tamil Nadu. Tamil Nadu government on Monday extended COVID-19 restrictions till January 31 …

Public support, adherence to curbs key in COVID-19 fight: PM Modi
2 years, 11 months ago

Public support, adherence to curbs key in COVID-19 fight: PM Modi

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: As the Omicron variant continues to fuel a surge in the infection count in the country, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday emphasised that “continued Jan Andolan” and focus on Covid-19 appropriate behaviour were critical in the ongoing fight against the pandemic. As many as 1,59,632 new Covid-19 infections were reported in 24 hours -- the highest in …

Why Maharashtra is not considering a lockdown
2 years, 11 months ago

Why Maharashtra is not considering a lockdown

India Today  

The Maharashtra government has imposed more restrictions on the people’s movement from January 8 in view of rising Covid cases. “We have found that 96 per cent of the patients on oxygen support are unvaccinated and the remaining four per cent had taken only first dose of the vaccine,” Chahal says. The state level task force has claimed that almost …

Lockdown likely in Mumbai if daily COVID-19 cases cross 20,000, says Mayor Kishori Pednekar
3 years ago

Lockdown likely in Mumbai if daily COVID-19 cases cross 20,000, says Mayor Kishori Pednekar

Firstpost  

Talking to reporters at her office in the BMC headquarters, Pednekar suggested that citizens wear triple-layer masks while travelling in public buses and local trains Mumbai: Mumbai Mayor Kishori Pednekar on Tuesday said if the daily COVID-19 cases in the financial capital cross the 20,000-mark, a lockdown will be imposed in the city as per the Union government’s rules. The …

Lockdown in Mumbai if daily Covid cases...: Mayor Kishori Pednekar
3 years ago

Lockdown in Mumbai if daily Covid cases...: Mayor Kishori Pednekar

India TV News  

Amid a rapid surge in COVID-19 cases in Mumbai, including the Omicron variant, the government has hinted at imposing a lockdown to flatten the curve. According to Mumbai Mayor Kishori Pednekar, lockdown will be imposed in the metropolis if daily Covid cases cross 20,000-mark. Mumbai reported 8,082 Covid-19 cases on Monday, the highest daily count since April 18, 2021, taking …

Mumbai mayor Kishori Pednekar warns of lockdown if daily Covid-19 cases go past 20,000
3 years ago

Mumbai mayor Kishori Pednekar warns of lockdown if daily Covid-19 cases go past 20,000

India Today  

Mumbai Mayor Kishori Pednekar on Tuesday said if the daily Covid-19 cases here cross the 20,000-mark, a lockdown will be imposed in the city as per the Union government's rules. The mayor said BMC Commissioner Iqbal Singh Chahal has been keeping a close watch on the situation, and he has already hinted about the lockdown if the Covid-19 cases in …

Covid-19 Cases Rising, Lockdown Last Option, Says Chhattisgarh CM; Directs Officials to Enforce Measures to Control Situation
3 years ago

Covid-19 Cases Rising, Lockdown Last Option, Says Chhattisgarh CM; Directs Officials to Enforce Measures to Control Situation

News 18  

Amid a rise in COVID-19 cases in Chhattisgarh, Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel on Monday chaired an emergency meeting of ministers, senior officials and asked district level authorities to increase testing and also impose restrictions on major public events to prevent crowding. Coronavirus cases are rising rapidly and it seems a third wave of infections is approaching, the CM said, but …

Karnataka to impose tougher Covid curbs? Minister answers as cases surge
3 years ago

Karnataka to impose tougher Covid curbs? Minister answers as cases surge

Live Mint  

The Karnataka government is mulling 'tough rules' to arrest the spread of Covid-19 as daily infections are starting to spike, said state revenue minister R Ashoka on Saturday. "We will convene a meeting and announce some tough rules before 7 January when the night curfew will be lifted," the minister said. Further elaborating on this, Ashoka said a government panel …

Will there be a lockdown in Maharashtra? Here’s what the health minister says
3 years ago

Will there be a lockdown in Maharashtra? Here’s what the health minister says

Live Mint  

With Maharashtra witnessing a record-breaking spike in daily Covid-19 cases after a gap of months, people anticipating another lockdown has become obvious. However, Maharashtra health Minister Rajesh Tope has made it clear that the state government has not discussed anything related to Covid lockdown yet. "If the daily oxygen requirement crosses 700 metric tons, then the state will go into …

Covid cases continue to rise in Maharashtra as state logs 9,170 fresh infections today; Mumbai adds 6,347
3 years ago

Covid cases continue to rise in Maharashtra as state logs 9,170 fresh infections today; Mumbai adds 6,347

India TV News  

Highlights Mumbai reported 6,347 fresh Covid-19 cases on Saturday and one death. Mumbai reported 6,347 fresh Covid-19 cases on Saturday and one death. Earlier, more than ten ministers and at least 20 MLAs in Maharashtra have tested positive for coronavirus so far, Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar said on Saturday and added that strict restrictions might be clamped if the …

Maharashtra: Strict restrictions may be clamped if COVID cases continue to rise, says Ajit Pawar
3 years ago

Maharashtra: Strict restrictions may be clamped if COVID cases continue to rise, says Ajit Pawar

India TV News  

Highlights Mumbai on Friday reported 5,631 new COVID-19 cases, almost 2,000 more than Thursday The COVID-19 positivity rate in Pune touched 5.9% on Friday after 412 cases were detected Amid COVID case rise, Maharashtra and Delhi remain worst-hit More than ten ministers and at least 20 MLAs in Maharashtra have tested positive for coronavirus so far, Deputy Chief Minister Ajit …

Omicron is Here but Imposing Harsh Curbs, Statewide Night Curfews Unscientific
3 years ago

Omicron is Here but Imposing Harsh Curbs, Statewide Night Curfews Unscientific

News 18  

With a rise in COVID-19 cases over the last few days and indications that Omicron may result in a fresh wave, states are imposing various restrictions. Since December 2, when India reported the first case of Omicron variant, new cases of the variant have been reported regularly from different states. Two years since the virus was first reported, imposing harsh …

Covid-19: Maharashtra imposes night curfew, puts cap on public gatherings | Details here
3 years ago

Covid-19: Maharashtra imposes night curfew, puts cap on public gatherings | Details here

India Today  

Maharashtra on Friday announced new Covid-19 guidelines for gatherings at public places and imposed a night curfew in the state. The government said the measures were imposed considering the possible crowding during Christmas, New Year and marriage celebrations which increases the risk of a possible spread of the Covid-19 infections. Following restrictions will be imposed from midnight for the safety …

Covid-19 cases on the rise, Maharashtra to declare new guidelines on Dec 24
3 years ago

Covid-19 cases on the rise, Maharashtra to declare new guidelines on Dec 24

India Today  

With the tally of Omicron cases rapidly rising in the country, Maharashtra is poised to announce new Covid-19 guidelines in the state with effect from December 24. The decision to impose new, stricter regulations was taken after a meeting of the Covid-19 task force chaired by Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray on Thursday. Restrictions imposed in other states in the …

Rutte warns tighter lockdown possible if current Covid rules are ignored
3 years, 1 month ago

Rutte warns tighter lockdown possible if current Covid rules are ignored

NL Times  

Prime Minister Mark Rutte issued an urgent appeal calling on all residents of the country to do a better job adhering to the current set of coronavirus rules, restrictions, and advice in force since November 13. The RIVM, the country's leading health institute, registered a shockingly high number of coronavirus infections last calendar week. "If we want to see a …

Stricter lockdown could last all winter if coronavirus infections don’t fall: Security Council Leader
3 years, 1 month ago

Stricter lockdown could last all winter if coronavirus infections don’t fall: Security Council Leader

NL Times  

The public needs to comply better with the current coronavirus measures and coronavirus infections need to fall this week fundamentally; otherwise, we are steering towards a lockdown that will last all winter, said Hubert Bruls. Bruls said he is disappointed in how poorly the current coronavirus measures are being observed. "If there is not a real decrease in the number …

India Sees 11,271 New Covid Cases, 285 Deaths; Active Infections Lowest Since June, 2020
3 years, 1 month ago

India Sees 11,271 New Covid Cases, 285 Deaths; Active Infections Lowest Since June, 2020

News 18  

India on Sunday reported 11,271 new Covid-19 cases, and 285 deaths in 24 hours as 11,376 people also recovered from the disease. Meanwhile, three German state health ministers urged parties negotiating to form a new government to prolong states’ power to implement stricter pandemic measures such as lockdowns or school closures as the country’s seven-day COVID incidence rate hit record …

India Sees 11,850 New Covid Cases; Netherlands Imposes Lockdown as Virus Reaches New High
3 years, 1 month ago

India Sees 11,850 New Covid Cases; Netherlands Imposes Lockdown as Virus Reaches New High

News 18  

European governments are eyeing unpopular Covid curbs, with the Netherlands opting for Western Europe’s first partial lockdown of the winter as EU experts said 10 countries in the bloc were causing “very high concern”. Dutch premier Mark Rutte announced at least three weeks of lockdown measures targeting restaurants, shops and sporting events to curb a record spike in coronavirus infections. …

The Netherlands may face ‘lockdown-type measures’ to curb rising Covid cases: NOS
3 years, 1 month ago

The Netherlands may face ‘lockdown-type measures’ to curb rising Covid cases: NOS

Dutch News  

Government advisors are recommending ‘lockdown type measures’ to combat the rise in coronavirus infections for a two week period, sources close to the Outbreak Management Team have told broadcaster NOS. The seriousness of the situation – new infections are reaching record levels – makes such measures unavoidable, the sources say. Ministers are meeting to discuss the proposals on Thursday morning, …

Maharashtra sees decline in Covid-19 hospitalisations
3 years, 1 month ago

Maharashtra sees decline in Covid-19 hospitalisations

Hindustan Times  

With Maharashtra seeing a general decline in the daily Covid-19 caseload, the number of patients in the state hospitalised for the coronavirus disease has also fallen, recording 6,495. Devotees perform Chhath Puja while maintaining Covid-19 norms amid the pandemic at Dadar Chowpatty in Mumbai, Maharashtra, on Wednesday. Currently, most of the patients being admitted are mostly either senior citizens or …

Coronavirus Updates: Karnataka Lifts Night Curfew as Covid Graph Dips; Odisha, Andhra Pradesh See Lowest Cases in Months
3 years, 2 months ago

Coronavirus Updates: Karnataka Lifts Night Curfew as Covid Graph Dips; Odisha, Andhra Pradesh See Lowest Cases in Months

News 18  

Coronavirus Updates: No Covid vaccination will take place in Mumbai between November 4 and 7 owing to Diwali festivities, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation said. A White House aide who accompanied Joe Biden to international summits in Europe last week tested positive for coronavirus infection in the rapid test, while reports for the RT-PCR tests are still awaited, Bloomberg reported. The …

Maharashtra sees 4th straight day of fewer than 2,000 Covid-19 cases
3 years, 2 months ago

Maharashtra sees 4th straight day of fewer than 2,000 Covid-19 cases

Hindustan Times  

In view of the decline in Covid-19 cases, the Maharashtra government has extended the timings of restaurants and eateries till 12am, while shops have been allowed to function till 11pm from Tuesday onwards. In view of the decline in Covid-19 cases, the Maharashtra government has extended the timings of restaurants and eateries till 12am, while shops have been allowed to …

Vigilance, vaccination and endemic COVID-19
3 years, 2 months ago

Vigilance, vaccination and endemic COVID-19

The Hindu  

On June 27, 2021, the daily reported COVID-19 cases had fallen below 50,000, and have remained so for 15 consecutive weeks. From August 1 to October 7 — 2,219,097 additional cases were reported, representing, by extrapolation, 70 million infections, taking the total to 1,020 million, the susceptible population therefore is 1,400 - 1,020 = 380 million. Endemic transmission will be …

Rajasthan eases Covid-19 curbs, allows religious events; night curfew stays
3 years, 2 months ago

Rajasthan eases Covid-19 curbs, allows religious events; night curfew stays

Hindustan Times  

The Rajasthan government on Monday issued revised guidelines to curb the spread of the coronavirus disease in the state, giving permission to hold religious events, with not more than 200 people allowed to attend such programmes. In an order, the state home department said that such gatherings can take place by informing the district administration in advance, adding that all …

Kerala CM Rules Out Complete Covid-19 Lockdown Citing 'Huge Crisis for Economy, Livelihoods'
3 years, 4 months ago

Kerala CM Rules Out Complete Covid-19 Lockdown Citing 'Huge Crisis for Economy, Livelihoods'

News 18  

With the coronavirus caseload crossing 41.51 lakh, Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Friday asked the local self government bodies in the state to intervene effectively in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic and said neighbourhood committees would be formed to check the spread of the virus. Vijayan said a statewide lockdown was not an option as it would adversely …

Coronavirus | Home Ministry extends COVID-19 guidelines till September 30
3 years, 4 months ago

Coronavirus | Home Ministry extends COVID-19 guidelines till September 30

The Hindu  

The Ministry of Home Affairs has extended the implementation of COVID-19 management guidelines till September 30. The total number of active cases and high case positivity in some districts continued to remain a matter of concern, said the Ministry in an order. Observing that there was slackening in enforcement measures of authorities in States and Union Territories to ensure adherence …

Bihar Lockdown: Malls, Shops Can Open; Restaurants & Gyms Allowed With 50% Staff
3 years, 4 months ago

Bihar Lockdown: Malls, Shops Can Open; Restaurants & Gyms Allowed With 50% Staff

News 18  

Following a dip in coronavirus cases, the Bihar government has decided to ease lockdown restrictions in the state. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar announced the decision in a series of tweets, saying that the Covid situation was reviewed and all shops, shopping malls, parks, and religious places will be allowed to open normally. कोविड की स्थिति की समीक्षा की गई। कोरोना …

Andhra Pradesh extends night curfew as Covid-19 cases continue uptick
3 years, 4 months ago

Andhra Pradesh extends night curfew as Covid-19 cases continue uptick

Hindustan Times  

The Andhra Pradesh government on Sunday extended coronavirus disease -related restrictions, including night curfew, in the state till August 21 with more than half of the districts reporting a rise in infections. Andhra Pradesh reported 1,506 fresh cases on Sunday, taking the cumulative tally of the state to 19,93,697. Current Covid-19 situation in Andhra Pradesh The southern state is one …

Coronavirus LIVE Updates COVID-19 Restrictions Lockdown Delta Variant News Cases Today 31 July 2021 Latest News
3 years, 5 months ago

Coronavirus LIVE Updates COVID-19 Restrictions Lockdown Delta Variant News Cases Today 31 July 2021 Latest News

ABP News  

Coronavirus LIVE Saturday, July 31: Maharashtra on Friday reported 6,600 new coronavirus cases and 231 fatalities while 7,431 patients were discharged from hospitals, a health official informed. Maharashtra's case recovery rate now stands at 96.61 per cent while the fatality rate is 2.01 per cent. Meanwhile, the national capital recorded 63 fresh COVID-19 cases and three deaths due to the …

No Covid-19 vaccination drive in Maharashtra's Mumbai for 2 straight days
3 years, 5 months ago

No Covid-19 vaccination drive in Maharashtra's Mumbai for 2 straight days

Hindustan Times  

The Greater Mumbai municipal corporation said on Wednesday announced its decision to halt the vaccination drive against coronavirus disease for Thursday, for the second day in a row, owing to shortages of vaccine stock. Maharashtra reported a shortage of Covid-19 vaccines doses a few days ago, three weeks after Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced universal adult vaccination against the viral …

Maharashtra sees over 8,000 new Covid-19 cases, 165 deaths; recovery rate at 96%
3 years, 5 months ago

Maharashtra sees over 8,000 new Covid-19 cases, 165 deaths; recovery rate at 96%

Hindustan Times  

Maharashtra reported 8,159 new cases of the coronavirus disease on Wednesday as the total confirmed cases so far reached 6,237,755, a bulletin from the state health department showed. Meanwhile, the capital city of Mumbai recorded 435 new infections on Wednesday as the city’s tally reached 7,32,349, a bulletin from the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation showed. Also, the fresh recoveries outnumbered the …

Pingdemic ‘threatens food supplies’ amid warnings app is ‘losing social consent’
3 years, 5 months ago

Pingdemic ‘threatens food supplies’ amid warnings app is ‘losing social consent’

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. He said: “If the current trajectory of absences continues without …

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 …

Tamil Nadu lockdown extended till 19 July with more relaxations; check what's allowed & what's not
3 years, 5 months ago

Tamil Nadu lockdown extended till 19 July with more relaxations; check what's allowed & what's not

Firstpost  

The state authorities have now allowed restaurants, tea shops, bakeries, roadside shops and snack shops to operate with 50 percent capacity till 9 pm The Tamil Nadu government on Saturday extended the coronavirus-induced lockdown in the state till 19 July along with further relaxations of restrictions which will come into effect at 6 am on Monday. Lockdown in Tamil Nadu …

COVID-19 news: Centre warns of reinstating curbs, calls crowds in hill stations 'frightening'; India logs 34,703 new cases
3 years, 6 months ago

COVID-19 news: Centre warns of reinstating curbs, calls crowds in hill stations 'frightening'; India logs 34,703 new cases

Firstpost  

The government said violations of COVID-19 protocols will lead to a further increase in infections as it stressed on wearing of masks and maintaining physical distancing Health ministry Joint Secretary Lav Agarwal on Tuesday said that tourists visiting hill stations were not following COVID-19 appropriate behaviour and warned that it can nullify the gains made in the management of the …

India reports 34,703 new Covid-19 cases, lowest in nearly four months; daily fatalities fall to 553
3 years, 6 months ago

India reports 34,703 new Covid-19 cases, lowest in nearly four months; daily fatalities fall to 553

Hindustan Times  

India’s caseload of the coronavirus disease climbed to 30,619,932 on Tuesday, after 34,703 cases were reported in the last 24 hours, according to the Union health ministry’s update at 8 am. Tuesday’s Covid-19 tally is 5,093 less than that of Monday’s when 39,796 people were detected positive for the viral disease. The report named “Covid-19: the race to finishing line,” …

Maharashtra Logs 6,740 New Covid Cases, 51 Deaths in Last 24 Hours
3 years, 6 months ago

Maharashtra Logs 6,740 New Covid Cases, 51 Deaths in Last 24 Hours

News 18  

Maharashtra reported 6,740 new COVID-19 cases on Monday, taking the infection tally to 61,04,917, while the death toll increased to 1,23,136 with the addition of 51 fresh fatalities, a health department official said. The official said as many as 13,027 patients were discharged from hospitals in the last 24 hours, pushing the number of recovered cases to 58,61,720.The state now …

Malls, Offices to Reopen from Monday in Karnataka; Govt to Keep Vigil on Covid-19 Norms Violators
3 years, 6 months ago

Malls, Offices to Reopen from Monday in Karnataka; Govt to Keep Vigil on Covid-19 Norms Violators

News 18  

With Karnataka government further relaxing the existing Covid-19 restrictions under ‘Unlock 3’ effective from June 5, public transport, malls, shopping complexes and offices will function in full strength with adherence to Covid-19 protocols. We will follow all protocols.” Moreover, the Bengaluru Commissioner of Police Kamal Pant has said that 54 special teams of marshals and police personnel would be deployed …

Discover Related