Paytm employee who returned from Italy tests positive for coronavirus
Paytm on Wednesday decided to shut its offices for a couple of days for sanitising purposes after one of its employees in Gurugram, who had recently travelled to Italy, was tested positive with coronavirus. Paytm has suggested the patient's team members to get health tests done immediately. Including this case, India now has 29 confirmed cases of coronavirus.read more at The Financial Express
Please rescue us: 11 Indians stuck in coronavirus-hit Iran request govt
Eleven Indian engineers have requested the Indian government to rescue them from Iran, saying that "we are living in a scary situation", as the country reported over 2,300 coronavirus cases. In a video message, an Indian hailing from West Bengal said that the members have confined themselves at an apartment along with 10 others from Nepal, Sri Lanka and Pakistan.read more at Hindustan Times
Screening 88 people who contacted Delhi coronavirus patient: Kejriwal
Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal has said that 88 people have been identified who came in contact with the man who tested positive for coronavirus on Monday and the government is trying to conduct screening on all of them. Kejriwal said that a task force headed by him was formed to tackle the situation in the wake of the coronavirus infection.read more at Deccan Herald
School having highly suspected coronavirus student closed in Agra
The school which had one of the highly suspected coronavirus patients as one of its student was closed on Wednesday. A three-hour exercise was conducted to sanitise the school on Wednesday morning. The school had no board examination today but called off regular examination which could be held later. The school authorities have asked parents and students not to panic.read more at Hindustan Times
Delhi Metro staff sensitised, guidelines circulated to prevent coronavirus spread
Delhi Metro Rail Corporation on Wednesday said that the Delhi Metro staff has been sensitised and guidelines have been circulated regarding do's and don'ts to prevent the spread of coronavirus. "Instructions are being issued to increase the frequency of cleaning within the metro premises," the corporation further said. Over 28 cases of coronavirus have been confirmed in India.read more at Twitter
Karnataka private school body directs schools to check for coronavirus
Associated Management of Primary and Secondary Schools in Karnataka has issued an advisory for its member schools across the state about coronavirus outbreak. The association advised school managements to provide isolation for students if they suddenly fall sick and alert their parents. It also advised school authorities to take hygienic measures and to teach about maintaining hygiene to students.read more at Deccan Herald
Suspected coronavirus patient runs away from hospital in Punjab
A Moga native who returned from Dubai on Tuesday ran away from a local hospital he visited for tests after doctors suspected him of having the coronavirus. The man had complained of cough and visited the civil hospital in Moga to get a check-up done as a precautionary measure. He ran away after being referred to the isolation ward.read more at The New Indian Express
17 Indians have been infected with coronavirus abroad: Govt
As many as 17 Indians have been infected with coronavirus abroad, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said. Out of the 17 cases, 16 are from Japan on the Diamond Cruise and one from the UAE. Further, 119 Indians have been brought back to India from the cruise ship in Japan and 723 Indian nationals were evacuated from China.Centre using coronavirus scare to divert attention from Delhi riots: Mamata
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has alleged that the Centre was using the panic over coronavirus to divert public attention from Delhi riots. She also said that a section of television channels was being used by the Centre for this purpose. "They are doing this to ensure that people don't ask them why so many people died," said Banerjee.read more at Deccan Herald
Pic of Starbucks cups with names helps Delhi Police arrest gangster
A picture of Starbucks cups posted by Kuldeep Maan alias Fajja, an associate of gangster Jitender Maan alias Gogi, helped Delhi Police arrest them with two other accomplices from Gurugram. Delhi Police Special Cell saw it on Fajja's Facebook profile and visited several Starbucks outlets. They found it was taken in Gurugram and nabbed them after receiving a tip-off.Social media ban lifted in J&K after 7 months, internet speed limited to 2G
Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday removed restrictions from social media usage after nearly seven months. The order stated that internet access shall be available across the Union Territory with speed restricted to 2G and "these services shall not be made available on pre-paid sim cards". For fixed-line internet, connectivity shall continue to be made available "with mac-binding".Haryana amends law, makes sex with minor wife rape under POCSO Act
Haryana Assembly on Tuesday passed The Prohibition of Child Marriage (Haryana Amendment Bill, 2020). It was tabled by Women and Child Development Minister Kamlesh Dhanda. Accordingly, any marital relationship between a man and a girl aged between 15 and 18 years shall be void and it will make any sexual intercourse an offence defined as rape under the POCSO Act.15-yr-old Chennai boy loses vision in 1 eye allegedly after teacher hits him
A 15-year-old boy in Chennai has lost vision in one eye, allegedly after his teacher hit him on the head. His mother said, "He has been complaining of headache and eye pain since that day and has not gone to school...His left eye started reddening and swelling and he started complaining that he is not able to see clearly."read more at The News Minute
Hyd metro stations, trains sanitised with detergent due to coronavirus
Hyderabad Metro Rail Limited (HMRL) on Wednesday said that the metro stations, trains, escalators and hand-rails were being cleaned with soap and detergents after operational hours due to coronavirus. HMRL also said that the metro employees were counselled about preventive measures to be taken against coronavirus infection like hand hygiene, dos and don'ts, reporting sickness etc.read more at The News Minute
Hindu Mahasabha plans gaumutra party with cow-dung cakes to fight coronavirus
Hindu Mahasabha has decided to organise a 'gaumutra party' in Delhi to ensure that coronavirus doesn't spread, said its President Chakrapani Maharaj. He said, "The event will have counters that will provide gaumutra for people to consume. We will also put cow products like cow-dung cakes and agarbatti made from that. Upon using these, the virus will die immediately."read more at ThePrint
1 Special Police Officer martyred, 1 civilian killed in encounter in J&K
One Special Police Officer was martyred and one civilian was killed during an encounter between the security force and terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Sopore on Wednesday. The civilian who was killed during the exchange of fire between the security forces and terrorists was a shopkeeper. The encounter began after the terrorists attacked a police party in Sopore this evening.read more at Zee News
3-yr-old complains of pain; X-ray reveals 11 needles inside back, private parts
A three-year-old boy, who was unwell for the last six months, was taken to hospital by his parents after spotting a needle poking out of his back. The X-ray report showed eleven needles inside the boy's lower back and private parts. Parents filed a police complaint against someone known to the family, who might've inserted the needles inside the boy.read more at The News Minute
700 still missing in Delhi, it's genocide, don't ever call it a riot: Mamata
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday said that Delhi violence was camouflaged as a riot but was genocide. She told her supporters, "Don't ever call it a riot." She added, "The situation in Delhi is pathetic. There are heaps of bodies. So many people have become homeless. Bodies are being recovered from drains. 700 people are still missing."read more at Hindustan Times
Govt intends to set up coronavirus testing facility for Indians in Iran
If Iran lends support, India could set up a coronavirus testing facility for Indians in Iran so that they can be tested before being brought back to the country, Health Minister Harsh Vardhan said. A scientist from Pune's National Institute of Virology has been sent to Iran to facilitate the testing. Currently, an estimated 1,200 Indians are in Iran.read more at The New Indian Express
Cisco denies reports claiming it's helping J&K govt block social media apps
The Jammu and Kashmir administration has reportedly contacted Cisco to help it block social media, where people are using 2G network to access apps including Facebook and Twitter. Reports claimed that Cisco would help government block sites even after internet ban is lifted. However, Cisco has denied involvement, saying it "strongly supports free expression and open communication on the internet".read more at The Next Web
Chandrayaan-3 to be launched in first half of 2021, says govt
Union Minister Jitendra Singh has said that Chandrayaan-3 will tentatively be launched in the first half of 2021. Singh also said, "Chandrayaan-3 mission has been configured based on the lessons learnt from Chandrayaan-2." He added that four biological and two physical science experiments related to microgravity will be conducted during the Gaganyaan project, India's manned mission to space.read more at The Financial Express
Govt gives streaming platforms 100 days to finalise self-regulation code
The Indian government has given 100 days to streaming platforms to set up an adjudicatory body and finalise a code of conduct. During its interaction with platforms like Netflix and Amazon Prime, government cited examples of China, France and Singapore where video streaming platforms are now regulated by government norms. Amazon Prime has expressed its displeasure over the idea.read more at Inc42
Supreme Court directs Delhi High Court to list riots cases on March 6
The Supreme Court has directed the Delhi High Court to list all matters related to the Delhi violence on March 6, saying the one-month adjournment was "unjustified". CJI SA Bobde-led bench asked the Delhi HC to deal with the matter "expeditiously". The HC had adjourned hearing pleas seeking FIRs against three BJP leaders for alleged hate speeches to April 13.Violence, hate destroyed India's future: Rahul visits Delhi's riot-hit areas
During his visit to a school that was burnt in the Delhi riots, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said this school is the future of India and "hate and violence have destroyed it". "Violence benefits no one. It only harms the people and Bharat Mata," Gandhi added. At least 47 died and over 200 were injured in riots last week.read more at India.com
Won't hear Mander until he clarifies his alleged 'justice on street' remark: SC
The appeal of activist Harsh Mander regarding hate speech by BJP leaders won't be heard unless he clarifies his alleged 'justice on street' remark, the Supreme Court said on Wednesday. "The court didn't protect humanity, equality and secularism," Mander was heard saying in a video. He was addressing a gathering outside Jamia Millia Islamia University when he made the remarks.28 confirmed cases of coronavirus in India, 3 of them in Kerala have been cured
Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan on Wednesday said that the number of confirmed coronavirus cases in India stand at 28. Of these cases, three patients in Kerala were discharged after they recovered. Further he announced that 14 out of 21 Italian nationals, who were quarantined in ITBP quarantine facility in Chhawla, have been found positive for coronavirus.read more at ANI
15 Italian tourists in Delhi test positive for coronavirus
As many as 15 Italian tourists have tested positive for coronavirus, government officials confirmed on Wednesday. The infected people were among 21 Italian tourists who were brought from a hotel in South Delhi to ITBP quarantine facility in Chhawla for preventive isolation on Tuesday. This comes after an Italian tourist couple, who were touring Rajasthan, tested positive for the virus.read more at The Quint
I will not take part in any Holi event: PM Modi amid coronavirus outbreak
As the cases of coronavirus are rising in India, PM Narendra Modi on Wednesday announced that he has decided not to participate in any Holi Milan programme. "Experts across the world have advised to reduce mass gatherings to avoid the spread of COVID-19 Novel Coronavirus," he stated. This comes after Italian tourists tested positive for coronavirus in India.read more at Twitter
Telangana govt gives homeopathy medicine for coronavirus at Hyderabad airport
The government of Telangana's AYUSH Department is distributing homeopathic 'preventive medication' for coronavirus at Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, Dr MCR HRD Institute of Telangana and at Ramanthapur's government homeopathy hospital. An official said that it is up to people to take it if they wish. An adult is advised to take 6 pills per day for three days.Delhi coronavirus patient had visited Agra, 6 family members test positive
Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan on Wednesday said 6 family members of the Delhi coronavirus patient have also tested positive. "On conducting contact tracing of the person tested positive in Delhi, we came to know he infected 6 members of his family who are in Agra," he stated. Harsh Vardhan added there've been 28 confirmed cases in India so far.read more at Twitter
Indian Navy postpones its largest ever exercise amid coronavirus spread
The Indian Navy has postponed its largest-ever multi-nation war game exercise, Milan 2020, as a precautionary measure amid coronavirus scare. The event, in which Navies of 41 countries were invited, was scheduled for March 18 in Andhra Pradesh and has been indefinitely postponed "taking into consideration the safety of all participants and travel restrictions imposed by the spread of COVID-19".read more at Indian Express
6 from Noida who came in contact with Delhi coronavirus patient test negative
Six people from Noida who had been put under observation for suspected coronavirus infection after they attended a birthday party hosted by an infected Delhi resident, have tested negative for the virus. "But they'll need to be under home quarantine for the next 14 days and if symptoms develop, they can be retested again," District Magistrate BN Singh said.read more at Hindustan Times
Italian couple visited 6 districts before testing +ve for coronavirus in Jaipur
The Italian couple, who tested positive for coronavirus in Jaipur, landed in Delhi on February 21 and visited six districts of Rajasthan. Government officials said they first reached Mandawa in Jhunjhunu district. They went to Bikaner on February 22, and left for Jaisalmer the next day before reaching Jodhpur and then Udaipur. On February 28, they reached Jaipur.read more at Hindustan Times
Men climb Maharashtra school wall to help students cheat; video surfaces
A video has surfaced from Maharashtra that shows a group of men climbing boundary walls of a school and passing chits to students writing their Class 10 examination on Tuesday. The exam centre controller, AS Chaudhary, said that they have been facing issues due to an incomplete boundary wall. "We have asked police to increase the security," Chaudhary added.read more at Hindustan Times
No AAP minister, MLA will celebrate Holi over coronavirus & recent riots: Kejriwal
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has said that he will not celebrate Holi this year because of coronavirus outbreak and the recent violence which took place in Delhi in which many people lost their lives. "People are in pain that is why neither I nor any minister or MLA will celebrate Holi," Kejriwal added.read more at ANI
Over 70% dip in attendance in 45,000 Bihar schools as 3.5L teachers go on strike
An ongoing strike by over 3.5 lakh regular contract teachers seeking pay parity with government teachers has led to the discontinuation of mid-day meals in around 45,000 schools in Bihar. Student attendance in these schools has dropped by 70% to 80%, officials said. The state government has said that their equal pay demand has been rejected by the Supreme Court.West Bengal CM regularises 119 refugee colonies, says inhabitants are Indians
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday regularised 119 refugee colonies in the state and said their inhabitants were Indians. "There is no need to give them fresh citizenship. You all are citizens of this country," Banerjee said while addressing a gathering. "Don't worry, you will always find this didi beside you," the CM added.read more at The Quint
Ex-BJP MLA Sengar convicted for death of rape survivor's father
Expelled BJP lawmaker Kuldeep Sengar, convicted last year of raping a minor in Unnao in 2017, has now been held guilty of culpable homicide and criminal conspiracy in her father's death. The survivor's father, before succumbing to his injuries, had recorded a statement stating that Sengar's brother and his aides had beaten him up while he was in police custody.read more at The Siasat Daily
Nirbhaya gangrape convict Pawan Gupta's mercy plea rejected by President
President Ram Nath Kovind has rejected the mercy plea of the Nirbhaya gangrape and murder case convict, Pawan Gupta. He was the only one out of the four convicts to not have exhausted all the legal remedies. Gupta had filed the mercy petition after his curative petition was rejected by the Supreme Court on Monday.read more at ANI
15,013 infants died in care units in Gujarat in last 2 years: State govt
As many as 15,013 infants died during their treatment for various ailments at newborn care units across Gujarat during the last two years, the state government told the Assembly on Tuesday. These deaths were reported from Sick Newborn Care Units, set up in almost all the districts of Gujarat. The highest number of deaths, 4,322, was reported from Ahmedabad district.Flight with 170 passengers makes emergency landing after windshield cracks
An AirAsia flight from Kolkata with 170 passengers onboard made an emergency landing back at the Kolkata airport after its windshield cracked due to hailstorm. "After the flight took off...it started shaking, most of the passengers were afraid of the turbulence," West Bengal Minister Aroop Biswas, who was on the flight, said. "It was a very close shave," Biswas added.read more at Zee News
What are the rules and format of filing complaints with Lokpal?
The government has issued format and rules for filing complaints of alleged corruption against public servants including the PM with the Lokpal. The complaints can be filed electronically, by post or in person in any of the 22 languages mentioned in the Eighth Schedule to the Constitution. A complaint should have detailed statement about the allegation and complainant's identity proof.read more at Deccan Herald
Man, who spent 1 month in jail over wife's murder, finds her with lover after 7yrs
A man named Abhaya in Odisha, who had spent one month in jail in 2013 on the charges of murdering his wife, has found her with her boyfriend after seven years with the help of police. The woman revealed that her parents had forced her to marry Abhaya. She eloped with her lover two months after the marriage.read more at Times Now
All states except Delhi spent less than 1% on judiciary in 2018-19: SC
Money spent by governments on high courts and subordinate courts in their respective states, except Delhi, was less than 1% of their total expenditure for 2018-19, a Supreme Court order revealed. Delhi's expenditure on judiciary accounted for 2.08% of its total expenditure. While UP spent highest on judiciary, ₹1,614 crore, it accounted for only 0.35% of the state's total expenditure.read more at Hindustan Times
SC didn't defend secularism, we have to take decision on streets: Activist Mander
A video has surfaced online, showing activist Harsh Mander addressing a gathering outside Jamia University. Mander can be heard saying, "In recent times, we have seen the Supreme Court in cases like NRC, Kashmir, Ayodhya. The court didn't protect humanity, equality and secularism." "The decision on future of India will now be taken on the streets," Mander said.read more at Free Press Journal
Ranchi man climbs tree near zoo, falls into tigress Anushka's cage, gets killed
An unidentified man was killed by tigress Anushka in Ranchi's Ormanjhi zoo, Bhagwan Birsa Biological Park, on Wednesday. The zookeeper said that the man was climbing a tree close to the wall of the zoo when he fell into the cage of the tigress, who immediately attacked and killed him. The zoo authorities tried to rescue the man but failed.read more at Zee News
Riteish sings a communal harmony song, writes 'Hindu Muslim bhai bhai'
Riteish Deshmukh on Tuesday tweeted a TikTok video in which he can be seen lip-syncing a song on communal harmony from his 2015 film 'Bangistan'. He captioned the video, "Hindu Muslim bhai bhai." Originally sung by Rituraj Mohanty and Ram Sampath, the song titled 'Maula' featured Riteish and Pulkit Samrat. Notably, Riteish's tweet comes after the Delhi riots over CAA.read more at Hindustan Times
I hope we've virus-free seminar: Army chief at event amid coronavirus spread
Army Chief General MM Naravane on Wednesday expressed concern towards coronavirus outbreak. At the beginning of his speech at the Indian Army's International Seminar, he said, "Welcome to all participants and delegates especially those who travelled from abroad...I also hope that we have a virus-free seminar." There've been 28 confirmed coronavirus cases in India so far.read more at Twitter
BSF shouldn't enter villages in name of community development: Mamata
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday said that the Border Security Force (BSF) personnel posted on the border should not enter villages in the name of Community Development Programmes (CDPs). She also said that they shouldn't interfere with local issues there. "We have spoken to the Home Minister about the activities of BSF," she added.read more at ANI
4 men vandalise Cong leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury's office, abuse staff
The home office of Congress leader in the Lok Sabha Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury's official residence on central Delhi's Humayun Road was vandalised on Tuesday evening by four unidentified men. The attackers also misbehaved with the staff and took away some files. Chowdhury was in Parliament when the incident took place.read more at Deccan Herald
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