Coronavirus HIGHLIGHTS: Section 144 Imposed Across Maharashtra From Wednesday For 15 Days

The second wave of Coronavirus continues to be a cause of concern for centre as well as all the state governments. While in Delhi, coronavirus positivity rate rose sharply from 9.43% to 12.44% in a span of 24 hours, Maharashtra, a day after logging the highest 63,294 infections, reported 51,751 fresh Coronavirus positive cases and 258 fatalities on Monday. As per the state health department, Maharashtra's cumulative case tally now stands at 34,58,996. Witnessing the spike in number of Corona cases, Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray is likely to take call on complete lockdown in Maharashtra.

ABP News Bureau Last Updated: 13 Apr 2021 07:59 AM

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The second wave of Coronavirus continues to be a cause of concern for centre as well as all the state governments. While in Delhi, coronavirus positivity rate rose sharply from...More

The second wave of Coronavirus continues to be a cause of concern for centre as well as all the state governments. While in Delhi, coronavirus positivity rate rose sharply from 9.43% to 12.44% in a span of 24 hours, Maharashtra, a day after logging the highest 63,294 infections, reported 51,751 fresh Coronavirus positive cases and 258 fatalities on Monday. As per the state health department, Maharashtra's cumulative case tally now stands at 34,58,996. Witnessing the spike in number of Corona cases, Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray is likely to take call on complete lockdown in Maharashtra. Meanwhile, DGCI has approved the use of Russian vaccine Sputnik V on Monday. It has been registered in India under the emergency use authorisation procedure.

13/04/2021 22:42:02

Govt Not Going For lockdowns In Big Way: FM Nirmala Sitharaman

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.

"Even with the second wave, we are very clear that we are not going in for lockdowns in a big way. We don't want to totally arrest the economy. The local level isolation of patients, or households which have people in quarantines are the methods through which the crisis will be handled, the second wave will be handled. There shall not be lockdown," Sitharaman said.

13/04/2021 22:40:53

Haryana Revises Corona Curfew Timings

Haryana government has revised the timings of the 'Corona Curfew' for containment of the COVID-19 epidemic in the state from 10 pm to 5 am with immediate effect

13/04/2021 22:40:26

Pune Records 10,112 Fresh Covid-19 Cases

Maharashtra's Pune district reported as many as 10,112 new cases, 9,843 recoveries, and 99 deaths in the last 24 hours.

Active cases: 99,976
Total cases: 6,68,126
Total recoveries: 5,57,424
Death toll: 10,895

13/04/2021 22:36:50

Section 144 Across Maharashtra For Next 15 Days

Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray also said that Section 144 (prohibitory orders) of the Criminal Procedure Code will be in force till the "lockdown-like" restrictions are in place.

13/04/2021 22:35:58

Maharashtra Curfew: 3 KG Wheat, 2 KG Rice For Poor

Meanwhile, state government will provide three kg wheat and two kg rice free for the next one month to every poor and needy person while the coronavirus-induced restrictions are in place.

13/04/2021 22:34:52

Maharashtra: Shortage Of Oxygen & Beds In Hospitals, Says CM

There is a shortage of medical oxygen and beds and the demand for Remdesivir has increased in Maharashtra, Uddhav Thackeray said, adding the Centre should help supply oxygen for coronavirus patients in the state by using Air Force planes.

13/04/2021 22:33:36

13/04/2021 21:11:12

Maharashtra: CM Announces More Restrictions

No standing and eating at street-side food stalls from tomorrow

Only home deliveries from restaurants allowed from 8 pm tomorrow

'Break the chain' campaign from 8 pm tomorrow

13/04/2021 21:07:53

Maharashtra: Trains, Bus Services For Essential Works Only

Local train and bus services for essential services only, petrol pumps, financial institutions associated with SEBI and construction work to continue, hotel/ restaurants to remain closed only take-away, home deliveries allowed: Maharashtra CM

We are imposing strict restrictions which will come into effect from 8 pm tomorrow. Section 144 to be imposed in the entire state from tomorrow. I will not term this as lockdown: Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray

13/04/2021 21:03:11

List Of Activities Permitted In Maharashtra

Hospitals, insurance, medical stores, medicine dealers, vaccine manufacturers, transporters, mask manufacturers, animal husbandry-related, vet clinics, railways, bus, autos, consulates, pre-monsoon work, SEBI, telephone services, e-commerce services, media, IT services and petrol pumps.

13/04/2021 21:00:40

Strict Restrictions In Maharashtra From Tomorrow

From 8 PM tomorrow (14th April 2021), as part of the BreakTheChain movement, Section 144 will be enforced across Maharashtra for the next 15 days. During this time, unnecessary travel is to be prohibited.

All establishments, public places will remain closed except for essential services. "We are not shutting down public transport, but they will be used only for essential workers and in emergency/essential activities for the general public," CM Thackeray said.

13/04/2021 20:51:50

Requests Army's Help In Tackling Oxygen, Medicine Shortage: Uddhav Thackeray

I will speak to the Prime Minister to request him to provide us IAF assistance in the supply of oxygen for medical use from nearby states: Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray

13/04/2021 20:48:38

13/04/2021 20:47:13

Fight With Covid-19 Is Still On: Uddhav Thackeray

While making the announcement, Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray said that "we thought we had won the war against Corona but the fight is still on."

Thanking the frontline warriors for their efforts to contain the Covid-19 spread in Maharashtra, Thackeray said that the credit has to be given to doctors and people for reduction in cases in December 2020.

He said we could postpone board exams but this exam can't be deferred. The chief minister also stressed on the fact that the healthcare infrastructure has been overburdened.

Thackeray said he has requested the prime minister oxygen cyclinders in the state and if the army can fly it here.

13/04/2021 20:45:05

Upgrading Our Healthcare Infrastructure, Says Uddhav Thackeray

"We are continuously upgrading our healthcare infrastructure but they are under pressure. There is a shortage of medical oxygen, beds and the demand for Remdesivir has also increased," Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray said while addressing people.

13/04/2021 20:41:24

Snippets Of Uddhav Thackeray's Address

For how many days we will just debate things

Now the war has begun again as cases are exploding

Current situation is scary

Have to come out of this testing time with victory

13/04/2021 20:35:57

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13/04/2021 20:28:31

Gujarat Reports 6,690 New Covid-19 Cases

Gujarat reports 6,690 new COVID-19 cases, 2748 discharges and 67 deaths.

Total cases: 3,60,206
Total discharges: 3,20,729
Active cases: 34,555
Death toll: 4,922

13/04/2021 20:07:24

Delhi Reports 13,468 New Covid-19 Cases, 81 Deaths

Delhi reports 13,468 new Covid-19 cases, 7,972 discharges and 81 deaths.

Total cases: 7,50,156
Total recoveries: 6,95,210
Active cases: 43,510
Death toll: 11,436

13/04/2021 19:38:15

UP CM Adityanath In Isolation As Officers Test Positive

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has put himself in isolation after several officers at his office test positive for coronavirus.

13/04/2021 19:29:14

13/04/2021 17:50:16

Maharashtra: Uddhav Thackeray To Address People At 8:30 PM Today

As Covid-19 cases continue to increase significantly in the state, Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray will address the citizen at 8:30 pm. According to reports, Chief Minister can also announce strict measures to contain the spread of Coronavirus, including a state-wide lockdown.

13/04/2021 17:47:36

Maharashtra: Nagpur District Reports 6,826 New Covid Cases

Maharashtra's Nagpur district has reported as many as 6,826 new COVID-19 cases, 3518 recoveries, and 65 deaths, in the last 24 hours, as per Civil Surgeon, Nagpur. Total cases in the district now stands at 2,91,043.

Total recoveries: 2,24,078
Active cases: 61,062
Death toll: 5,903

13/04/2021 17:45:45

85% Reduction In Chances Of Hospitalisation After both Covid Vax Doses Administered

You will have to understand that these vaccines are disease-modifying vaccines. After both doses are administered, antibodies develop and chances of infection lower. Chances of severe infection and death lower. 85% reduction in chances of hospitalisation after vaccination: DG ICMR

13/04/2021 16:54:21

13/04/2021 16:53:12

Daily Surge In Covid Cases Cause Of Worry: Health Ministry

We have 89.51% people who have been cured, 1.25% deaths & 9.24% active cases. If we look at new cases, we will find that the previous highest surge has already been crossed and the trend is going upward. That is a cause for worry: Union Health Secretary Rajesh Bhushan

13/04/2021 16:25:56

13/04/2021 16:11:15

Delhi Reports Over 13.5K Covid Cases, Highest Daily Surge

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday announced that the national capital registered more than 13,500 coronavirus cases in the last 24 hours, the highest ever single-day spike since the onset of the pandemic early last year.

"Delhi has fought against three waves of Covid-19 in the last one year but this fourth wave is more critical. I would appeal to all citizens to follow Covid protocols. I would also request private hospitals to cooperate with the Delhi government in this emergency situation and to increase their bed capacity for Covid-19 patients," the Chief Minister said while addressing a press conference.

13/04/2021 16:08:37

Uttar Pradesh records highest-ever single-day spike of 18,021 COVID cases in past 24 hours

There have been 18,021 new cases of corona in Uttar Pradesh in the last 24 hours. With this, the number of active cases in the state has gone up to 95,980. With 85 more deaths recorded yesterday, a total of 9,309 people have died from the infection. Yesterday, 2,18,965 samples were tested in UP.

13/04/2021 15:39:33

Chhattisgarh: Curfew In Sukma From April 15

Curfew to remain imposed in Sukma district from 12 pm to 7 am, in the wake of rise in the number of Covid-19 cases. The order will come into effect from April 15. Shops will be allowed to remain open from 7 am-12 pm only: Sukma District Collector

13/04/2021 14:31:43

Uttarakhand CM Shortens Night Curfew

In the view of upcoming festivals, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Tirath Singh Rawathas shortened the night curfew. As per the announcement, the nigh curfew will be imposed from 10:30 pm to 5 am now. This is applicable for the areas where night curfew is already imposed, said Chief Minister's Office (CMO).

13/04/2021 12:59:53

Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal Requests Centre To Cancel CBSE Exams Amid COVID Surge

Witnessing continuous surge in the COVID-19 cases, Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal urged the centre to cancel CBSE exams. Adderssing a press conference on Tuesday, Kejriwal said, "6 lakh children in Delhi are going to write CBSE exams. Nearly 1 lakh teachers will be a part of it. These can become major hotspots leading to large-scale spreading of Corona. Children's lives & health is very important to us. I request Centre to cancel CBSE exams."

"Some alternative methods could be thought of. Children can be promoted this time on the basis of either an online method or internal assessment. But CBSE exams should be cancelled," Chief Minister added.

Kejriwal further informed that authorities in the national capital are working on attaching banquet halls and hotels with large hospitals. The capacity of beds will also be increased soon. Hospitals may delay some planned surgeries and focus on emergency surgery. Moreover, the experts are examining each patient and a call will be taken if he/she can be cured at home.

"Previously people donated plasma actively. Once again, the demand has arisen and I appeal to people to donate plasma. We are like a family... We will fight together," CM Kejriwal added. he also appealed the people in the city "to not leave homes unless absolutely necessary".

13/04/2021 11:08:13

13/04/2021 11:06:17

Noida sets prices of Covid test & treatment

In a bid to prevent profiteering, the Noida administration has set prices of Covid test and treatment. as per the state government’s directives the treatment in ICU for those with severe Covid will be capped to Rs 18,000 per day while treatment in ICU for severely sick patients will cost Rs 15,000 per day. NABH-accredited hospitals to charge Rs 15,000 for ICUs without ventilators. The cost of RT-PCR samples has been capped at Rs 900.

13/04/2021 10:34:09

13/04/2021 10:17:13

Covid positive Mahant Narendra Giri rushed to AIIMS Rishikesh after his health deteriorated

The President of Akhil Bharatiya Akhada Parishad, Mahant Narendra Giri, who had tested positive for Covid-19-positive on Sunday, has been rushed to AIIMS Hospital in Rishikesh after his health deteriorated.

13/04/2021 10:13:04

13/04/2021 10:18:34

Coronavirus Cases in India

India reports 1,61,736 new COVID19 cases, 97,168 discharges and 879 deaths in the last 24 hours, as per Union Health Ministry

Total cases: 1,36,89,453
Total recoveries: 1,22,53,697
Active cases: 12,64,698
Death toll: 1,71,058

Total vaccination: 10,85,33,085

13/04/2021 10:10:31

No question of lockdown right now, all-party meeting regarding COVID on April 18: Karnataka CM BS Yediyurappa

Karnataka CM BS Yediyurappa on Tuesday said, "have called all-party meeting on April 18 regarding COVID situation here. No question of lockdown right now. Technical advisory committee has said that positive cases will increase here till May 2 hence people must abide by COVID appropriate behaviour."

13/04/2021 08:24:30

Gujarat: Doctor, male nurse arrested for allegedly selling Remdesivir illegally

Vadodara Police's Prevention of Crime Branch has arrested a doctor and a male nurse for allegedly selling anti-viral drug Remdesivir illegally yesterday. Vimal Gamit, ACP, Vadodra Police said, "They have been booked under Sections 406 & 420 of IPC & Disaster Management Act."

13/04/2021 08:21:23

13/04/2021 08:17:34

Coronavirus pandemic is 'long from over': WHO

Noticing seven consecutive weeks of increasing Covid-19 cases and four weeks of increasing deaths globally, Director-general of the World Health Organization, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has warned the world saying coronavirus pandemic is 'long from over'.

The WHO chief took a note of countries in Asia and the Middle East that have recorded large increases in Coronavirus cases and emphasied the public health measures of wearing masks, maintaining social distancing, testing, contact tracing, tracking and isolation.

He mentioned three things that are driving transmission and costing lives - confusion, complacency and inconsistency in public health measures and their application.

13/04/2021 08:05:56

13/04/2021 08:02:58

IAF CASB Airmen Exam and Admit Card 2021 Postponed

Central Airmen Selection Board (CASB), Indian Air Force (IAF) has postponed the exam in view of increasing number of COVID 19 cases. In an official statement, Central Airmen Selections Board said, " In view of fresh restrictions imposed by various State Governments due to the current COVID situation, the Indian Air Force has postponed STAR 01/2021 automated e-Pariksha for Airmen scheduled from 18 Apr 21 to 24 Apr 21 to a later date. Further, updates will be uploaded on the CASB web portal https://airmenselection.cdac.in. Candidates are required to follow the web portal regularly.”