Coronavirus Effect
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In Maps: As new coronavirus cases emerge, know the current affected areas
India | Mar 05, 2020, 02:26 PM ISTAmid the emerging number of cases of Coronavirus, the government is taking several precautionary measures to control the transmission of the infection. New cases of confirmed coronavirus infection in Delhi, Hyderabad, and Jaipur have led to panic particularly among residents of the National Capital Region.
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Hail, coronavirus dampen festive mood in Agra region
India | Mar 05, 2020, 01:01 PM ISTExtensive damage to standing mustard and potato crops has been reported from the rural hinterland of Agra region after hail, with spells of heavy showers, lashed western Uttar Pradesh.
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Coronavirus can survive on phone screens for up to 7 days, warn scientists
Science | Mar 05, 2020, 11:04 AM ISTAmid massive in the cases of Coronavirus, scientists have warned that COVID-19 can survive on hard surfaces such as phone screens for up to 7 days. The scientists also said that it offers a potential route of infection.
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No handshakes between players and officials in French league
Football | Mar 04, 2020, 11:27 PM ISTThe French league said in a statement Wednesday that pre-match protocol has been modified to help prevent the “spread of the coronavirus."
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Situation should be carefully monitored: Abhinav Bindra on coronavirus threat to Olympics
Other Sports | Mar 04, 2020, 09:37 PM ISTThe International Olympic Committee (IOC) on Tuesday unequivocally backed this summer's Tokyo Olympics, urging athletes to prepare "full steam" despite the coronavirus threat.
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Coronavirus in India: Here's everything parents should know
Health | Mar 04, 2020, 03:57 PM ISTIndia has reported a total of 28 Coronavirus positive cases in India and out of which 16 are foreign nationals while 12 are Indians. Out of the 12, three individuals who were reported positive of the virus have now recovered from it.
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Coronavirus: Boost your immunity by including these food items in your diet
Food | Jun 02, 2020, 05:34 PM ISTAs we know still there is no vaccine or cure for coronavirus, we have to keep ourselves safe and build our immunity to fight effectively in case we get infected. First and foremost is the adequate intake of proper food and drinks in your diet.
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Coronavirus in India: Important updates you should know
Health | Mar 04, 2020, 06:42 PM ISTIndia has reported a total of 28 Coronavirus positive cases and out of these 28, 16 are foreign nationals while 12 are Indian citizens. The first three cases reported from Kerala have now recovered from the virus.
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In Photos: As Coronavirus cases shoot up, tourist spots, stadiums and museums eerily empty
World | Mar 04, 2020, 12:26 PM ISTWith the total number of cases of the deadly Coronavirus 89,500 globally, in order to protect themselves people are staying away from sporting events, museums, concert halls and beaches as the novel rapidly spreads across the world. The virus, now known as COVID-19, has already infected over 89,500 people globally and has caused more than 3,000 deaths.
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Coronavirus threat: Google I/O 2020 event cancelled, to happen online
Technology | Mar 04, 2020, 12:09 PM ISTGoogle is yet another company to host its Google I/O 2020 event online due to Coronavirus. Read on to know more
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Coronvirus scare: Shortage of surgical, N95 masks in Delhi-NCR makes situation worrisome
India | Mar 04, 2020, 11:57 AM ISTAmid the rising cases of Coronavirus in the country, the demand for surgical and N95 masks increased manifold in Noida on Tuesday with some people claiming they were being sold at rates much higher than the actual cost.
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Coronavirus: Confirmed cases in India notch up to 29 | As things happened on March 4
India | Mar 05, 2020, 12:01 AM ISTThe deadly coronavirus, which originated from Wuhan in China has now spread to several countries, including in India. With 29 confirmed cases, India is now a major stakeholder in the global war against coronavirus. From Hyderabad to Jaipur to capital New Delhi, coronavirus threat now looms large over India. Airports are on high alerts and inbound tourists on international flights are being thoroughly screened.
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Coronavirus outbreak: Authorities sanitise area where COVID-19 affected techie stayed in Hyderabad
India | Mar 04, 2020, 09:30 AM ISTIn order to prevent the spread of the Coronavirus, Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) on Tuesday sanitised the area where the techie who tested positive for the virus stayed.
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Safety from Coronavirus: These simple things will help you keep COVID-19 at bay
Fyi | Mar 03, 2020, 03:52 PM ISTThe world is in testing times as it battles Coronavirus which has so far claimed over 3,000 lives and infected over 90,000 people globally. At a time when a high alert has been sounded, these simple things will help you keep COVID-19 at bay.
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Coronavirus Scare: India cancels Visas issued to nationals of Italy, Iran, South Korea and Japan
India | Mar 03, 2020, 02:30 PM ISTIndia has suspended Visa's for nationals of Italy, Iran, South Korea and Japan with immediate effects in view of the coronavirus outbreak that has killed more than 3000 people, infected over 89,527 globally in 67 countries.
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Coronavirus can survive up to 9 DAYS outside body at room temperature: Study
Science | Mar 03, 2020, 01:31 PM ISTAmid fear over Coronavirus, researchers say Coronavirus, named COVID-19 could survive on inanimate surfaces for up to nine days at room temperature. Coronavirus is mainly spread from person to person through coughing or sneezing. Contact with fecal matter from an infected person may also transmit the virus.
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Mizoram sets up one more screening counter for coronavirus
India | Mar 02, 2020, 12:18 PM ISTThe Mizoram government has set up one more screening counter for coronavirus at Thingsai in Hnahthial district on the Indo-Myanmar border, an official of the state Health department said. Thingsai is the entry and exit point along the Indo- Myanmar border in Hnahthial district.
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Coronavirus outbreak: Death toll reaches 54 in Iran
World | Mar 01, 2020, 06:56 PM ISTThe outbreak of COVID-19 in Iran has affected 987 people, of which 54 had died so far, the Ministry of Health and Medical Education announced on Sunday.
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How coronavirus pandemic is affecting India's already ailing auto sector
Auto | Mar 01, 2020, 04:19 PM ISTCoronavirus outbreak that has claimed around 3,000 lives worldwide has affected people across in more ways than one. While many people are suffering from a potentially life-threatening infection, many more are having to deal with the side effects that have come with the global outbreak. From stock markets to global economies, the threat of the virus has had its effect everywhere.
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India can fill up export market space vacated by China due to coronavirus: Assocham
Business | Mar 01, 2020, 03:25 PM ISTWith the Chinese economy getting impacted due to the coronavirus outbreak, India can push its exports in the global markets to fill up the space vacated by the neighbouring country, industry body Assocham said on Sunday.