Washington DC (USA), Mar 27 (ANI): President of the United States Donald Trump addressed a press conference in Washington DC after the G20 leaders meeting over COVID-19 pandemic. He informed that USA is working closely with countries around the world to combat the disease. "This morning I spoke to G20 leaders and we had a lot of different ideas. We are working together, leaders gathered virtually around the world," said President Trump. He added, "We talked about the problem. United States is working with friends and partners around the world. We discussed how important it is for nations to discuss and share the data and information."
Washington DC (USA), Mar 26 (ANI): United States Vice President Mike Pence said that heed your state impacted by coronavirus to practice 15 days to slow the spread. "There is nothing more important for the American people to do to slow the spread then to heed your state and local guidance and areas impacted by the coronavirus and for everyone else to put into practice the 15 days to slow the spread," said Pence while briefing the press amid coronavirus outbreak.
Washington DC (USA), Mar 26 (ANI): Speaking to mediapersons on March 26, United States President Donald Trump informed that 7-year-old boy used his birthday savings to buy meals for dozens of senior citizens. "7-year-old boy used his birthday savings to buy meals for dozens of senior citizens. A college student took help from 90 of her friends to deliver groceries and supplies to the most vulnerable areas. Hundreds of medical students volunteered themselves to provide help to our doctors, nurses who are fighting to save our lives," said Trump on Novel Coronavirus outbreak.
Geneva (Switzerland), Mar 26 (ANI): While addressing a press conference in Switzerland's Geneva, the Director-General of World Health Organization (WHO), Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus spoke on coronavirus pandemic. He said, "Asking people to stay at home and shutting down population movement is buying time and reducing the pressure on health systems. But on their own, these measures will not extinguish epidemics." "We call on all countries who have introduced so-called lockdown measures, to use this time to attack the virus. You have created a second window of opportunity, the question is how will you use it?," WHO Director-General added.
New Delhi, Mar 25 (ANI): Prince Charles has been tested positive for coronavirus. Earlier this week, crown prince and Duchess of Cornwell, Camilia left London amid coronavirus scare. 71-year-old royal is currently in self-isolation in Scotland. Camilia tested negative for the disease. United Kingdom has reported over 400 deaths and more than 8000 positive cases of Novel Coronavirus.
Kabul (Afghanistan), Mar 25 (ANI): At least 27 civilians killed and eight were wounded in a terror attack on a Gurdwara in the capital of Afghanistan Kabul. Afghan security forces took immediate action and gunned down all the four terrorists. Terrified people were running to save their lives in the Gurudwara. Ministry of External Affairs strongly condemned heinous terror attack and said that such cowardly attacks on places of worship of minority community especially at this time is reflective of the diabolical mindset of the perpetrators and their backers. "We strongly condemn the heinous terror attack on a Gurudwara in Kabul. Such cowardly attacks on places of worship of minority community especially at this time are reflective of the diabolical mindset of the perpetrators and their backers," tweeted MEA Spokesperson Raveesh Kumar.
Geneva (Switzerland), Mar 24 (ANI): The executive director of the World Health Organisation (WHO), Dr Michael J Ryan, said that India has a tremendous capacity to deal the coronavirus outbreak situation as it has experience of eradicating two pandemics, namely small-pox and polio. Dr Michael J Ryan said, "India is hugely populated like China and future of coronavirus pandemic to greater extent will be determined by what happens in densely populated large countries. It is really important that India continues to take aggressive action at public health level to contain, control and suppress this disease and to save lives. India led the world in eradicating two silent killers - Small Pox and Polio. India has tremendous capacities, all countries have tremendous capacities when communities and civil societies are mobilized." According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), the number of cases worldwide has surpassed 3,30,000, while the number of deaths has exceeded to 14,000.
Washington D.C. (USA), Mar 24 (ANI): President Donald Trump on Monday issued an executive order to prohibit hoarding and price gouging of medical supplies in the United States amid the coronavirus pandemic which has claimed over 400 lives in the country. "The order will prohibit the hoarding of vital medical equipment and supplies, such as hand sanitizers, face masks, and personal protective equipment," Trump said at the coronavirus task force briefing. "We will not allow anyone to exploit the suffering of American citizens for their own profit," he added.
New York (USA), Mar 24 (ANI): The Sikh Center of New York, Inc prepared and packaged more than 30,000 home-cooked meals for Americans in coronavirus self-isolation. The Sikh community was approached by New York's Mayor office for food packages that were handed out to several distributing federal agencies in the area. Home-cooked meal is comprised of dry fruits, rice and lentils. Sikh Center is distributing and delivering free food to COVID-19 affected people in New York. Strict food hygiene practices were observed while the food was prepared such as maintaining social distancing and using face masks and gloves. The distributing agencies will provide food packets to people who are facing trouble in getting food at supermarkets. While speaking to ANI, the coordinator of American Gurudwara Prabhandak Committee (East Coast), Himmat Singh said, "The 'Sewa' or service provided by Sikh volunteers is a vegetarian meal comprising of dry fruits, rice and lentils. The meals were prepared on March
Washington DC (USA), Mar 23 (ANI): While addressing a media brief on coronavirus outbreak, the United States President, Donald Trump expressed that he is upset with China for not responding to US' help. Trump said, "Our relationship with China is very good relationship. I wish they would have told us three months sooner. If they would have told us, we could have saved a lot of lives. I am a little upset with China. As much as I like President Xi and respect the country, I admire what they have done in short period of time. I asked if we could send some people to help them, they didn't want it, at a pride. They didn't respond."
Bharatpur (Nepal), Mar 21 (ANI): A special hospital with 70 beds, including 10 Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and High Dependent Unit (HDU) with 10 beds designated to treat COVID-19 patients was built in Nepal's Chitwan District within 72 hours of its announcement. The hospital came into operation from Friday itself, abiding by the deadline of three days set by the Bharatpur Metropolis on 18th March. Exhibition center, constructed by Chitwan Industry Union, was converted into a temporary medical facility to cope with increased risk after the outbreak of new strain of coronavirus or the COVID-19 which has now taken the form of a pandemic. The Chitwan Medical College (CMC) has been designated to coordinate with College of Medical Sciences and the Private Hospital Coordination Committee and operate the ICU and HDU of the newly set hospital. Bharatpur- headquarter of Chitwan District is also regarded as economic and medical hub and transit to reach various districts of the Himalayan Nation hos
New Delhi, Mar 19 (ANI): A 50-year-old patient from Mardan district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in Pakistan died due to coronavirus. It was the first-ever coronavirus death recorded in Pakistan. The World Health Organisation (WHO) has declared coronavirus outbreak a pandemic. Coronavirus had first emerged in China's Wuhan in December last year.
Kathmandu (Nepal), Mar 19 (ANI): In fear of lockdown due to coronavirus, people in Nepal started stockpiling the essentials. Long queues outside petrol pumps and gas stations have become a regular phenomenon in the capital Kathmandu. It is said that markets across the capital have been witnessing a shortage of fuel as people have started stockpiling the essentials amid fears of a possible spread of the coronavirus infection. However, Nepal has reported one case of coronavirus so far. At least 7,807 people globally have died from COVID-19, while more than 180,000 infections have been confirmed in at least 150 countries and territories, according to the World Health Organization.
PoK, MARCH 17, 2020: - A large number of advocates took to streets of Muzzafarabad in Pakistan-occupied-Kashmir to protest police brutality against them. The protests erupted after the police baton-charged a group of advocates, including women, and used poisonous gas to disperse them when they gathered outside a police station to peacefully lodge a complaint. During the protest, the advocates chanted slogans against the police and the establishment which has given them a free hand.
Washington DC (USA), Mar 17 (ANI): On being asked if US economy is heading towards recession amid novel coronavirus disease, the United States President Donald Trump said, "It may be, we're not thinking in term of the virus. I think there is tremendous pent up demand in terms of stock market and in terms of economy. Once we're done with it, you are going to see a tremendous surge." He further said that his government is doing a fantastic job to fight from COVID-19. According to reports, a total of 3,487 positive cases of coronavirus have been registered in USA so far.
Washington DC (USA), Mar 17 (ANI): Speaking to mediapersons on novel coronavirus disease, the United States President, Donald Trump said, "My administration is recommending that all Americans work to engage in schooling from home when possible, avoid gathering in groups of more than 10 people, avoid discretionary travel and avoid eating and drinking at bars-restaurants and public food courts. If everyone makes these critical changes, we will be able to fight. I'm pleased to report that a vaccine candidate has begun the phase-1 clinical trial, it's one of the fastest vaccine development launches in history. We're also racing to develop anti-viral therapies and other treatments, we have some promising early results." According to reports, a total of 3,487 positive cases of coronavirus have been registered in USA so far.
New Delhi, Mar 15(ANI): While attending a video conference of all South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) member countries amid Coronavirus scare, Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa said, "Our economy has taken serious blow, particularly tourism sector which was just recovering after last years' terrorist attack. I strongly recommend SAARC leaders to formulate mechanism to assist our economies to tide over difficult period."
New Delhi, Mar 15(ANI): Afghanistan President Ashraf Ghani on March 15 attended a video conference of all South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) member countries amid Coronavirus scare. During the meeting via video conference, he suggested idea of creating a common framework for tele-medicine to combat Coronavirus. He said, "We should create a common framework for tele-medicine to combat #Coronavirus. The closing of borders will result in a significant problem of availability of food, medicines and basic goods."
New Delhi, Mar 15(ANI): Maldives President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih on March 15 attended a video conference of all South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) member countries amid Coronavirus scare. In behalf of the people of Maldives, President Solih thanked India for generous assistance amid rising coronavirus cases. He said, "The Maldives is fortunate to have received general assistance from India and I convey my Government's appreciation to Mr Modi and people of India."
Washington, D.C. (USA), Mar 14 (ANI): President of the United States of America Donald Trump on March 14 held a press brief and informed about the Coronavirus Relief Bill. He said that the bill provides free Coronavirus testing for all the Americans who should be tested. "It is a pretty complex test and it costs money and it is being provided free. So people don't have to worry about that," said Trump. "As of now, we have 50 deaths due to Coronavirus. We want to keep that number as low as possible. It came out of China, but it is nobody's fault. Nobody expected it. We all will solve this problem well," added Trump.