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Presidential Debate During Coronavirus: An Elbow Bump Greeting for Biden and Sanders
The hands-free gesture opened a debate marked by fear of what one of the debate moderators called a "national emergency" connected with the virus that has killed 65 Americans.
COVID-19 Impact: Hyundai Hopes for Sales Hike As Consumers Opt for Safe Personal Cars
Hyundai Motor India Ltd plans to launch its 'click to buy' programme soon, enabling consumers to avoid visiting crowded dealerships.
As Italy Goes into Strict Lockdown, Pope Francis Prays for End of Virus Pandemic During Surprise Rome Visit
Francis who recently had a cold, headed first to a Rome basilica, St. Mary Major, where he often stops to give thanks after returning from trips abroad. There he prayed before an icon of the Virgin Mary dedicated to the 'salvation of the Roman people.'
A Sportsman Doesn't Necessarily Need a Crowd to be Spurred On: Chappell
Ian Chappell feels a sportsman "doesn't necessarily" need a crowd to be "spurred on" but he acknowledges the eeriness of empty stands at SCG where Australia thrashed New Zealand in Friday's ODI.
Andaman & Nicobar Admin Shuts Down Tourism, Limits Contact with Tribes Amid COVID-19 Fears
All eco-tourism venues, jetties, boats and other attractions in the region have been closed for tourists till 26 March due to the coronavirus outbreak.
26-Year-Old Constable Accused of Rape Commits Suicide in Delhi
A diary recovered from the deceased's belongings suggested that he was under stress after a woman registered a rape case against him.
Coronavirus Threat: Only Grocery Stores to be Open in Maharashtra Malls Till March 31; Exams for Classes 1-9 Postponed
Four new patients of coronavirus were confirmed in Mumbai on Saturday. Of the new patients confirmed in Mumbai, one is resident of the city while others are from Kamothe, Vashi and Kalyan, all peripheral towns.
Presentation of Padma Awards from March 26-April 3 Postponed Amid Coronavirus Fears
The Padma Award ceremonies scheduled for March 26 and April 3 stand postponed, a Home Ministry official said. The Padma Awards were announced on the eve of Republic Day.
Streaming Now: 5 Titles to Watch This Week as You Stay Home to Avoid Coronavirus
If you are staying home to protect yourself from coronavirus this week, here are some titles on Amazon Prime Video, Hotstar and Netflix that you must check out.
Shooting of Brahmastra and Jersey Suspended Amid COVID-19 Scare
Earlier, there were reports about Salman Khan-starrer Radhe deferring its Hyderabad shooting schedule. Now, the shooting of Brahmastra and Jersey have also been postponed.
Coronavirus Outbreak: Doctor Couple Who Returned from Saudi Arabia Quarantined in Assam Home
The couple, who work at the Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed Medical College and Hospital, will be under observation for the next 14 days.
Petrol and Diesel Dearer by Rs 3 Per Litre, Congress Slams Govt for Not Passing Price Cut Benefit to Consumers
The Congress said it will strongly raise the issue both inside and outside Parliament to democratically pressure the government to pass on the benefit of low international crude oil prices to the people.
Risk of Catching a Virus on the Flight Remarkably Low: Experts
In a video tweeted by the International Air Transport Association infectious disease expert, Dr. Bogoch states that personal hygiene is the key to avoid such infections.
Coronavirus Effect: Teleconference Apps Witness a Surge of 6.7 million in First Week of March
The outbreak, which reached global pandemic status this week, has forced companies to rely heavily on business conferencing tools as workers stop commuting to offices.
Kerala Traces, Isolates US Couple Who Fled Alappuzha Hospital to Avoid Coronavirus Test
The couple, US citizens who live in London, reached Kochi on March 9 and stayed at a resort in Varkala.
Coronavirus Spreads Quickly, Before People Show Symptoms: Study
The study, published in the journal Emerging Infectious Diseases, estimated what's called the serial interval of the coronavirus by measuring the time it takes for symptoms to appear in two people with the virus.