PM Modi announces 21-day nation-wide lockdown to prevent Coronavirus spread
4 years, 9 months ago

PM Modi announces 21-day nation-wide lockdown to prevent Coronavirus spread

India TV News  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his address to the nation has announced a complete lockdown across the nation as a means to combat coronavirus. PM Modi said that this nation-wide lockdown will last for 21 days. He stressed on the importance of this lockdown and spoke of the consequences that India could bear if the virus is not kept under control for the next 21 days. It is of utmost importance that India stops the spread of this virus in the next 21 days or else the nation will get pushed back 21 years, many families will be devastated forever," PM Modi said.

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Fact Check: No, PM Modi has not announced lockdown after HMPV cases in India, 2020 video goes viral
12 hours, 28 minutes ago

Fact Check: No, PM Modi has not announced lockdown after HMPV cases in India, 2020 video goes viral

India TV News  

India TV Fact Check: A video clip of Prime Minister Narendra Modi is going viral on social media with claims that he has announced a lockdown after HMPV cases were reported in India. A Facebook user named Kushwaha King shared a post on January 8 featuring a video clip of PM Modi, claiming that he announced a 21-day lockdown due …

The third anniversary of COVID-19 lockdown: Looking back on Frontline’s coverage
1 year, 9 months ago

The third anniversary of COVID-19 lockdown: Looking back on Frontline’s coverage

The Hindu  

Published : Apr 06, 2023 12:46 IST - 1 MIN READ This fortnight, India commemorates its third anniversary of the COVID-19 lockdown. The pandemic hit India hard, with the first case reported in January 2020. The lockdown also had an impact on education, with schools and colleges closed for extended periods. India has made significant progress in its fight against …

3 Years of COVID-19: From Lockdown, Vaccination to H3N2, the Battle Continues - News18
1 year, 9 months ago

3 Years of COVID-19: From Lockdown, Vaccination to H3N2, the Battle Continues - News18

News 18  

It’s been three years since the World Health Organization declared Covid-19 a pandemic in March 2020, and the impact of the virus has been far-reaching and unexpected. However, just when a government panel made an announcement in October 2020 that the pandemic had peaked and could be brought under control by February 2021, the country was hit by the largest …

PM Modi chairs high-level meet as India sees COVID-19 spike: Should we worry?
1 year, 9 months ago

PM Modi chairs high-level meet as India sees COVID-19 spike: Should we worry?

Firstpost  

India in recent days has witnessed a spike in COVID-19 cases. Let’s take a closer look: COVID cases spike According to Union Health Ministry data, India registered 1,134 new coronavirus cases on Wednesday, while active cases surged to 7,026. COVID review meet: PM stresses on wearing masks, testing as cases spike According to data, the daily positivity rate was 1.09 …

COVID-19: Next 40 days 'crucial' as India may see surge in new cases in January
2 years ago

COVID-19: Next 40 days 'crucial' as India may see surge in new cases in January

Firstpost  

“Previously, it has been noticed that a new wave of COVID-19 hits India around 30-35 days after it hits East Asia…. This has been a trend,” an official said New Delhi: The next 40 days are going to be crucial as India may see a surge in COVID-19 cases in January, official sources said on Wednesday citing the pattern of …

COVID-19: PM Modi urges Indians to be 'vigilant' amid rising cases in many countries
2 years ago

COVID-19: PM Modi urges Indians to be 'vigilant' amid rising cases in many countries

India TV News  

PM Modi on COVID-19 cases : Prime Minister Narendra Modi today urged people to be vigilant and take proper precautions against COVID-19 pandemic, as he noted that the coronavirus is spreading in many countries including-China, Japan, South Korea, Thailand and United States. In his last 'Mann ki Baat' broadcast of the year 2022, PM Modi said that many people are …

DC Edit | India\'s Covid curbs to go, but caution still advisable
2 years, 9 months ago

DC Edit | India\'s Covid curbs to go, but caution still advisable

Deccan Chronicle  

It’s official now: India is moving out of the grip of the deadly SARS-CoV-2 virus that infected more than four crore people, officially killed more than five lakhs, and impacted the lives and livelihoods of every human being in the country in varying measures in the last two years. The low figures, the success of the vaccination project, the development …

Two years since lockdown: The journey of India’s Covid response
2 years, 9 months ago

Two years since lockdown: The journey of India’s Covid response

Hindustan Times  

In a late evening address to the nation on March 24, 2020, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the government’s decision to lock down India in an effort to contain the coronavirus disease. ‘Flatten the curve’ On March 16, the Imperial College of London published a report, titled “Impact of NPIs to reduce Covid-19 mortality and healthcare demand”, which was largely …

Narendra Modi to hold meeting with CMs over COVID-19 situation on 13 January
2 years, 11 months ago

Narendra Modi to hold meeting with CMs over COVID-19 situation on 13 January

Firstpost  

Fresh curbs have been imposed in various parts of the country to check the spread of the highly transmissible virus. New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to hold a meeting with chief ministers over the COVID-19 situation on Thursday as the number of virus infections sees a surge due to its Omicron variant. Reviewing the Covid situation at …

Restrictions imposed in several states as Covid-19 cases rise
3 years ago

Restrictions imposed in several states as Covid-19 cases rise

Deccan Chronicle  

Mumbai: Several states in the country has announced fresh restrictions in the context of rising Covid-19 cases. India reported 159,632 new COVID-19 cases on Sunday, as the Omicron variant of the coronavirus continues to spread rapidly in the country. Uttar Pradesh is the latest to announce a night curfew and the state has decided to close physical classes in all …

'Remarkable day': PM Modi congratulates India on crossing 150-crore Covid vaccination mark
3 years ago

'Remarkable day': PM Modi congratulates India on crossing 150-crore Covid vaccination mark

India Today  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has congratulated the nation on crossing the 150-crore Covid-19 vaccination mark. At the same time, let us also keep following all Covid-19 related protocols." — Narendra Modi January 7, 2022 Meanwhile, India saw a massive spike of over 1 lakh Covid-19 cases, as per the date released by the Union health ministry on Friday. The new …

COVID-19 pandemic not over in India, country fighting virus together, says Amit Shah
3 years, 1 month ago

COVID-19 pandemic not over in India, country fighting virus together, says Amit Shah

Firstpost  

The home minister speaking at the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit said that the country saw a welcome change as the BJP government came to power and provided stability India saw a welcome change in 2014 as the Bharatiya Janata Party government came to power with full majority and provided stability seven years before the COVID-19 pandemic hit, Union Home Minister …

Narendra Modi to chair meet on COVID-19 situation with top government officials at 10.30 am
3 years, 1 month ago

Narendra Modi to chair meet on COVID-19 situation with top government officials at 10.30 am

Firstpost  

The prime minister’s meeting comes amid rising global concern about the B.1.1.529 strain of the coronavirus, now called ‘Omicron’ Prime Minister Narendra Modi will chair a meeting with top government officials on the COVID-19 situation and vaccination at 10:30 am today. The meeting comes amid rising global concern about the B.1.1.529 strain of the coronavirus, which the World Health Organisation …

Bihar to unlock from tomorrow. Here's what will be allowed/restricted
3 years, 7 months ago

Bihar to unlock from tomorrow. Here's what will be allowed/restricted

India TV News  

Lockdown in Bihar, clamped over a month ago in view of the spurt in COVID 19 cases, will be lifted from Wednesday, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar said. He made the announcement on his social media handles on Tuesday after a meeting of the crisis management group which reviewed the pandemic situation in the state. Hence it would now be done …

Prime Minister Narendra Modi to address nation at 5 pm today
3 years, 7 months ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi to address nation at 5 pm today

Firstpost  

Modi’s address comes on a day when India has recorded its lowest coronavirus cases in 61 days, with 1 lakh new COVID-19 cases Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the nation today. — PMO India June 7, 2021 Modi’s address comes on a day when India has recorded its lowest coronavirus cases in 61 days, with 1 lakh new COVID-19 …

PM Modi to address the nation at 5 pm today
3 years, 7 months ago

PM Modi to address the nation at 5 pm today

Live Mint  

PM Narendra Modi will address the nation at 5 pm today. The Prime Minister's address comes at a time when Covid cases are seeing a downward trend in the country after a deadly second wave in April-May. "Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi will address the nation at 5 PM today, 7th June," the Prime Minister's Office said on Twitter. It is …

Coronavirus News Updates: Maharashtra's COVID-19 toll tops one lakh with 233 fresh deaths; state sees 12,557 new cases
3 years, 7 months ago

Coronavirus News Updates: Maharashtra's COVID-19 toll tops one lakh with 233 fresh deaths; state sees 12,557 new cases

Firstpost  

6:30 PM Whatsapp Facebook Twitter Coronavirus Live News Updates List of states that have eased restrictions or announced unlocking The Uttar Pradesh government has withdrawn the ‘COVID-19 curfew’ across the state except in the Meerut, Saharanpur, and Gorakhpur districts, said reports. Meanwhile, Leh District Disaster Management Authority Chairman Shrikant Suse issued new guidelines with certain relaxations to start gradual unlocking …

Coronavirus | COVID curbs extended till June 15 in West Bengal
3 years, 7 months ago

Coronavirus | COVID curbs extended till June 15 in West Bengal

The Hindu  

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday said the COVID-19 related restrictions in the State will be extended till June 15. The Chief Minister also announced that the State Board examinations for classes XII and X will be held in the last week of July and second week of August respectively. ‘Not a lockdown’ “The COVID situation has improved …

Lockdown Extended in These States, UTs to Curb Covid-19 Spread: Full List Here
3 years, 7 months ago

Lockdown Extended in These States, UTs to Curb Covid-19 Spread: Full List Here

News 18  

With India still facing a surge in Covid-19 cases due to second wave, several states and union territories have extended lockdown to curb the further spread of the coronavirus infection. Mizoram: The state government on Saturday extended total lockdown in Aizawl and other district headquarters by another seven days till May 31. Chhattisgarh: The state government has asked authorities in …

COVID-19: Delhi govt likely to extend lockdown by another week
3 years, 7 months ago

COVID-19: Delhi govt likely to extend lockdown by another week

India TV News  

The Delhi government is likely to extend the ongoing lockdown by another week, although the Covid situation is improving in the city with less number of cases and declining positivity rate in the past few days, official sources said on Saturday. Community platform LocalCircles conducted a survey in which 68 per cent respondents from Delhi favoured a weeklong extension of …

India reports record one-day COVID deaths as Modi’s rating falls
3 years, 7 months ago

India reports record one-day COVID deaths as Modi’s rating falls

Al Jazeera  

India sees 4,529 deaths in last 24 hours as Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s approval ratings fall to a new low, according to a survey. India has reported a record 4,529 deaths caused by the coronavirus in the last 24 hours while new cases rose by 267,334, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s approval ratings fall to a new low, according to …

Covid-19: Fifth phase of lockdown begins in Delhi as positivity rate down to 10.4%
3 years, 7 months ago

Covid-19: Fifth phase of lockdown begins in Delhi as positivity rate down to 10.4%

Hindustan Times  

Delhi on Monday began the fifth phase of a complete lockdown, which was announced last month to curb the spread of the coronavirus disease. The announcement that the lockdown is being extended was made by Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday during his visit to a Covid-19 health facility set up outside the government-run Guru Teg Bahadur Hospital in …

Delhi lockdown extended for another week to contain COVID-19 spread
3 years, 7 months ago

Delhi lockdown extended for another week to contain COVID-19 spread

Firstpost  

Arvind Kejriwal said is being extended because the gains made so far, in terms of lower positivity rate and number of new cases, cannot be lost due to relaxations now The Delhi government on Sunday extended the ongoing lockdown by one more week to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in the National Capital. Follow LIVE updates on COVID-19 here The …

Most of country should remain locked down for 6-8 weeks to curb Covid spread: ICMR chief
3 years, 7 months ago

Most of country should remain locked down for 6-8 weeks to curb Covid spread: ICMR chief

India Today  

The Indian Council of Medical Research has said districts reporting a high number of Covid-19 infections should remain locked down for another six to eight weeks to control the spread of the rampaging disease. That won't happen in six-eight weeks, clearly," Bhargava said in an interview at the New Delhi headquarters of the ICMR, the country's top medical research body. …

Coronavirus | Most of India should remain locked down for 6-8 weeks: ICMR chief
3 years, 7 months ago

Coronavirus | Most of India should remain locked down for 6-8 weeks: ICMR chief

The Hindu  

The head of the main Indian health agency responding to the coronavirus has said districts reporting a high number of infections should remain locked down for another six to eight weeks to control the spread of the rampaging disease. That won’t happen in six-eight weeks, clearly,” Dr. Bhargava said in an interview at the New Delhi headquarters of the ICMR, …

National lockdown, just not in name: Almost 98% of India is under some form of lockdown
3 years, 8 months ago

National lockdown, just not in name: Almost 98% of India is under some form of lockdown

India Today  

Unlike the big-bang order of March 2020, India didn’t formally announce a national lockdown during the second wave of the pandemic this year. The Oxford Coronavirus Government Response Tracker has developed a composite stringency index that uses composite measures, such as school, workplace and public-transport closures, cancellation of public events, restrictions on public gatherings and internal and external movements, and …

Govt's failures made lockdown almost inevitable: Rahul Gandhi to PM Modi
3 years, 8 months ago

Govt's failures made lockdown almost inevitable: Rahul Gandhi to PM Modi

India Today  

In a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has hit out at the Centre, saying its lack of a clear vaccination strategy has placed India in a dangerous position. "Your government’s lack of a clear and coherent Covid and vaccination strategy, as well as its hubris in declaring premature victory as the virus was exponentially spreading, …

Failure of PM, zero strategy of Centre pushing India towards complete lockdown: Rahul Gandhi
3 years, 8 months ago

Failure of PM, zero strategy of Centre pushing India towards complete lockdown: Rahul Gandhi

India Today  

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Thursday alleged that the failure of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and zero strategy of the Centre is pushing the country towards a complete lockdown. Read | Option being discussed, says Centre on nationwide lockdown amid Covid crisis "But the prime minister's failure and zero strategy on part of the central government are pushing the country …

Fauci advises India to marshal all resources, including Army, to fight Covid-19
3 years, 8 months ago

Fauci advises India to marshal all resources, including Army, to fight Covid-19

Hindustan Times  

Terming the situation in India “very desperate”, America's top public health expert Dr Anthony Fauci has suggested the government marshal all its resources, including the armed forces, to immediately build makeshift field hospitals, and urged other countries to help with not only materials but also personnel. Dr. Fauci’s suggestions and dire assessment of India came as the number of new …

'Full lockdown': Rahul Gandhi's suggestion to flatten Covid-19 curve
3 years, 8 months ago

'Full lockdown': Rahul Gandhi's suggestion to flatten Covid-19 curve

India TV News  

Senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday slammed the Modi government over its alleged mismanagement on Covid-19. The only way to stop the spread of Corona now is a full lockdown- with the protection of NYAY for the vulnerable sections," Gandhi said in a tweet. Gandhi has been pushing for the implementation of the party's proposed Nyuntam Aay Yojana providing …

Calls grow for India lockdown amid worsening COVID crisis
3 years, 8 months ago

Calls grow for India lockdown amid worsening COVID crisis

Al Jazeera  

India’s government is facing growing pressure to impose a nationwide lockdown to stem the devastating coronavirus surge that has overwhelmed hospitals and morgues. With 3.45 million active cases on Tuesday, India recorded 357,229 new infections over the previous 24 hours, while deaths rose by 3,449 to 222,408, health ministry data showed. “The only way to stop the spread of corona …

US expert Fauci advises India to marshal all resources, including Army, to fight Covid surge
3 years, 8 months ago

US expert Fauci advises India to marshal all resources, including Army, to fight Covid surge

India Today  

Terming the situation in India “very desperate”, America’s top public health expert Dr Anthony Fauci has suggested the government marshal all its resources, including the armed forces, to immediately build makeshift field hospitals, and urged other countries to help with not only materials but also personnel. In an exclusive interview to PTI, Fauci, who is the Chief Medical Adviser to …

Chorus grows louder for complete lockdown in India amid Covid-19 surge
3 years, 8 months ago

Chorus grows louder for complete lockdown in India amid Covid-19 surge

India Today  

India on Tuesday recorded over 3.57 lakh fresh Covid-19 cases and 3,449 deaths over the past 24 hours. With the 3,57,229 fresh cases in 24 hours, India's total case tally has crossed the 2-crore mark and reached 2,02,82,833. The total number of active Covid-19 cases in the country now stands at 34,47,133. xpressing concern over surging coronavirus cases in India, …

India's COVID-19 case total nears 20 million, as country records over 300,000 new infections for 12th day
3 years, 8 months ago

India's COVID-19 case total nears 20 million, as country records over 300,000 new infections for 12th day

ABC  

India has reported more than 300,000 new coronavirus cases for a 12th straight day, taking its overall infection tally to just shy of 20 million, while deaths from COVID-19 rose by 3,417. Key points: India's government is reluctant to impose a national lockdown, concerned about the economic impact A forum of scientific advisers warned Indian officials in early March of …

India suffers record daily coronavirus deaths as total new cases dip slightly
3 years, 8 months ago

India suffers record daily coronavirus deaths as total new cases dip slightly

ABC  

India has recorded its highest daily death toll since the start of the coronavirus pandemic, with nearly 3,700 people dying in 24 hours. Key points: Ten Indian states and union territories have imposed some form of restrictions The federal government has reportedly been advised to impose a national lockdown The government has been accused of ignoring warnings in early March …

Lockdown in Delhi extended by one more week: CM Arvind Kejriwal
3 years, 8 months ago

Lockdown in Delhi extended by one more week: CM Arvind Kejriwal

India Today  

The Delhi government on Saturday decided to extend the ongoing lockdown by another week in the wake of the prevailing Covid-19 situation in the city. Announcing the decision, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal tweeted, "Lockdown in Delhi is being extended by one week." Lockdown in Delhi is being extended by one week — Arvind Kejriwal May 1, 2021 For over a …

Few weeks' lockdown in India can stop Covid transmission, suggests top US expert Dr Fauci
3 years, 8 months ago

Few weeks' lockdown in India can stop Covid transmission, suggests top US expert Dr Fauci

India Today  

Top US epidemiologist Anthony Fauci has suggested a lockdown for a few weeks in India as an immediate step to contain the spread of the coronavirus as its deadly second wave shows no signs of ebbing. Fauci, in an interview with The Indian Express, said another most important thing in the immediate is to get supplies of oxygen, medication, PPEs. …

From J&K to Kerala: Here's a Complete Guide to Weekend Restrictions Across States
3 years, 8 months ago

From J&K to Kerala: Here's a Complete Guide to Weekend Restrictions Across States

News 18  

As India continues to battle against the second wave of the deadly Covid-19 pandemic, several state governments have tightened restrictions and announced lockdown rules to curb the spread of infections. Here is the full list of states and cities under lockdown and night curfew: Uttar Pradesh:Amid a surge in COVID-19 cases, the Uttar Pradesh government has announced a complete lockdown …

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 …

Viral load: The Hindu Editorial on COVID-19-induces lockdowns and saving lives and livelihoods
3 years, 8 months ago

Viral load: The Hindu Editorial on COVID-19-induces lockdowns and saving lives and livelihoods

The Hindu  

Hovering around 3.5 lakh daily infections, India’s current wave of the COVID-19 pandemic is still some distance from the peak. After months, Chennai came under a complete Sunday lockdown with increased restrictions during the week; Kerala had the whole weekend in shutdown. The learning from the first lockdown should not be that it is a political hot potato that is …

70% of Traders in Delhi Want Lockdown Extension: Industry Body
3 years, 8 months ago

70% of Traders in Delhi Want Lockdown Extension: Industry Body

The Quint  

As many as 700 trade organisations were part of the survey conducted by CTI. "Most organisations were in favour of extending the lockdown in Delhi for five to seven days. The traders made it clear that they would follow the decision of the Delhi government only and won't impose any lockdown on their own," said Brijesh Goyal, chairman of the …

World’s fastest recovery outlook at risk as Covid-19 sweeps India
3 years, 8 months ago

World’s fastest recovery outlook at risk as Covid-19 sweeps India

Live Mint  

Just two weeks ago, the International Monetary Fund upgraded India’s economic growth forecast to 12.5% -- the quickest rate among major economies. “This second wave of virus cases may delay the recovery, but it is unlikely in Fitch’s view to derail it,” the ratings company said in an April 22 statement. “While the rapidity with which cases are rising is …

Live updates | PM Modi appeals to States to consider lockdowns only as a last resort
3 years, 8 months ago

Live updates | PM Modi appeals to States to consider lockdowns only as a last resort

The Hindu  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation on the coronavirus situation on April 20, 2021. Here are the updates Prime Minister Narendra Modi says "Country's waging a big battle against coronavirus. Today, again in second wave, you are tirelessly working" The Prime Minister further says "The decisions of the last few days will help with overcoming our problems. On Vaccination …

Let's save ourselves from lockdown, says PM Modi in address to nation | Highlights
3 years, 8 months ago

Let's save ourselves from lockdown, says PM Modi in address to nation | Highlights

India Today  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is addressed the nation on Tuesday and spoke about the prevailing Covid-19 situation in the country. Highlights of PM Narendra Modi's speech 9.02 pm: PM Modi said, "In today's situation, we have to save the country from lockdown. WATCH | PM Narendra Modi's full speech 9.00 pm: "I appeal to the people to come forward and …

Modi warns of coronavirus ‘storm’ overwhelming India
3 years, 8 months ago

Modi warns of coronavirus ‘storm’ overwhelming India

Al Jazeera  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi says authorities are racing to boost oxygen supplies as Delhi authorities warn of impending shortage. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said the country faces a coronavirus “storm” overwhelming its health system, as authorities in New Delhi said the Indian capital’s hospitals would start running out of medical oxygen by Wednesday. Modi said the federal government …

Lockdown in Delhi till next Monday, essential services exempted
3 years, 8 months ago

Lockdown in Delhi till next Monday, essential services exempted

India TV News  

Delhi Lockdown Latest Update: Amid an exponential rise in Covid-19 cases, Delhi has been placed under lockdown till next Monday morning, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal announced on Monday. The decision to impose lockdown was taken during a meeting attended by CM Kejriwal, L-G Anil Baijal, Delhi Police Commissioner SN Srivastava, Delhi's deputy CM Manish Sisodia, Health Minister Satyendra Jain and …

New Delhi goes into lockdown amid India’s explosive coronavirus surge
3 years, 8 months ago

New Delhi goes into lockdown amid India’s explosive coronavirus surge

LA Times  

India’s capital imposed a weeklong coronavirus lockdown Monday night amid an explosive surge in infections, which authorities said had pushed the city’s tottering healthcare system to its limit. “People keep arriving, in an almost collapsing situation,” said Dr. Suresh Kumar, who heads Lok Nayak Jai Prakash Narayan Hospital, one of New Delhi’s largest hospitals for treating COVID-19 patients. The city …

Declare a national health emergency, says Kapil Sibal to PM Modi
3 years, 8 months ago

Declare a national health emergency, says Kapil Sibal to PM Modi

India TV News  

Amid a steep rise in coronavirus cases, senior Congress leader Kapil Sibal on Sunday urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to declare a national health emergency. The former Union minister also called on the Election Commission to declare a moratorium on election rallies in view of the sharp rise in COVID-19 cases. Modiji: Declare a National Health Emergency.Election Commission: Declare a …

Lockdown to return amid massive Covid wave? What Nirmala Sitharaman said
3 years, 8 months ago

Lockdown to return amid massive Covid wave? What Nirmala Sitharaman said

India TV News  

Amid surging coronavirus cases in India, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday made it clear that the government would not go for lockdowns in a big way and only resort to local containment. In a virtual meeting with World Bank Group President David Malpass, Sitharaman appreciated the initiatives of the international financial institution to increase the lending space for India …

Maha Weekend Lockdown to Extend for 15 Days? Here's What May Happen at CM Uddhav's 5 pm Meet
3 years, 8 months ago

Maha Weekend Lockdown to Extend for 15 Days? Here's What May Happen at CM Uddhav's 5 pm Meet

News 18  

A 15-day lockdown is likely to be imposed in Maharashtra, sources said as chief minister Uddhav Thackeray is set to meet the state Covid-19 task force to take a final decision on stricter curbs amid steep rise in coronavirus cases. Amid the upsurge in cases, CM Thackeray said, “The number of patients is increasing so fast that if we do …

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