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On April 22, the Union Ministry of Health said 19, 984 so far have tested positive for COVID-19 in the country and there have been 640 deaths. However, state reports put the number of people with positive results at 20,262 and the number of deaths at 655.
Also read: List of what is and what is not allowed after April 20
The Hindu He has presented an electronic book in several languages on essential information of COVID-19, in addition to covering the developments related to the coronavirus pandemic as it developed. Here is a collection of our daily cartoons on COVID-19.
Here are expert answers on your virus inquiries, a list of state hotline numbers, a state tracker for COVID-19 cases, deaths and tests, and a map of confirmed cases in India.
Here are the latest updates:
1.45 pm | Karnataka
Police and medical staff boost morale for others in Mangaluru
Health workers and police personnel participating in an honor convoy, organized to show mutual recognition for work during the COVID-19 pandemic, organized by the Mangaluru Police Commission at Government Wenlock Hospital, Mangaluru, April 22, 2020.
The | Photo Credit: H.S. Manjunath
The police and medical personnel appreciated each other during the honor convoy organized by the Mangaluru Police Commission in the super specialties block of the Government Wenlock Hospital in Mangaluru.
25 police patrol vehicles saluted as they circled the hospital premises, while doctors, paramedics, pharmacists, laboratory technicians and health activists gathered and applauded in appreciation.
– Ravi Kamila
1.35 pm | Tamil Nadu
TENNESSEE. to distribute tokens for ration supplies at the doors
Tokens to obtain essential supplies from ration stores for the month of May would be distributed to consumers’ doors on April 24 and 25, Prime Minister Edappadi K. Palaniswami said on Wednesday.
“The tokens will have a specific day and time when ration card holders can obtain their essential supplies. Consumers can pick them up at their ration shops on the specified day and time, “the chief minister said in a statement.
13:30 h | New Delhi
Congress criticizes government decision to allow use of surplus rice to make disinfectant
Congress attacked the government for approving the use of surplus rice to produce disinfectant, with Rahul Gandhi claiming that while the poor starve, their portion of rice is used to clean the hands of the wealthy.
“After all, when will India’s poor wake up? You are starving and they are busy cleaning the hands of the wealthy with disinfecting your portion of rice,” he said in a Hindi tweet.
1.15 pm | New Delhi
Head of RSS to deliver the online address on COVID-19
Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat will provide an online address on Sunday about the current situation in the wake of the COVID-19 crisis, the Sangh said on Wednesday. In a tweet, the organization said that Mr. Bhagwat will speak about “The current situation and our role” on April 26 at 5pm.
According to high-ranking officials of the Sangh, this is the first time in its history that said management of its boss is carried out through a virtual platform.
1.05 pm | Tamil Nadu
Tangedco allows self-assessment of electricity readings
In great relief to low-voltage current transformers (LTCTs) for industrial and commercial consumers, the Tamil Nadu Generation and Distribution Corporation (Tangedco) has allowed the “self-assessment” of electricity readings during the COVID-19 crisis .
1 pm | New Delhi
COVID-19 has devastated the MSME sector: Rahul Gandhi
Former President of Congress Rahul Gandhi has asked for ideas on a possible stimulus package for the medium, small and micro-sector (MSMEs) sector on social media.
“# COVID19 has devastated our micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs). The Congress party needs your help. Please send us suggestions and ideas on what an MSMEs economic stimulus package should encompass, ”said Gandhi.
1 pm | Washington
US state USA China sue for COVID-19 pandemic
A US state USA He filed a lawsuit against China alleging that Beijing’s actions to suppress information, arrest whistleblowers and deny the contagious nature of the new coronavirus caused “irreparable damage” to countries around the world while causing human suffering and serious economic disruption.
Filed in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Missouri, the first lawsuit of its kind was filed by Missouri Attorney General Eric Schmitt against the Chinese government, the ruling Chinese Communist Party and other Chinese officials and institutions.
12.50 pm | Hariana
Maruti Suzuki’s Manesar plant gets permission to resume operations
The Maruti Suzuki Manesar plant obtained permission from the district administration to resume operations. It can operate with 4696 people, 50 vehicles and in a single shift.
– Ashok Berwal
12.30 p. M. | New Delhi
The I&B Ministry issues advice, asks the media to take precautions
Following a large number of media outlets who hired COVID-19, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting issued a notice to print and electronic media calling on journalists covering incidents related to the coronavirus to take precautions.
The notice also asked media management to deal with their field and office staff.
– PTI
12.25 pm | Karnataka
Seven new cases in Karnataka
Seven new cases were detected Wednesday, bringing the total number of cases to 425 in the state. These include 17 deaths and 129 discharged people.
While five of the new cases are from Kalaburgi, two are from Bengaluru Urban. Bengaluru Urban has reported cases after a three-day gap.
12.20 pm | Telangana
Four journalists in Telangana quarantined
In what is said to be the first instance of journalists suspected of contracting coronavirus in the State, four journalists, one from Gadwal and three from Mahbubnagar, were quarantined.
12.10 pm | New Delhi
Employee of the Ministry of Civil Aviation tests positive
The Civil Aviation Ministry tweeted: A Ministry employee who had attended the office on April 15, 2020 tested positive for COVID19 on April 21. All necessary protocols are strictly followed on-site. All colleagues who came into contact are asked to isolate themselves as a precaution. The Delhi government deals with the matter. They are taking the appropriate measures according to the established protocol for monitoring contacts and preparing risk profiles.
11.55 pm | New Delhi
Physician Safety in the Non-Negotiable Workplace: Shah
The safety and dignity of our doctors in the workplace is not negotiable. It is our collective responsibility to ensure an enabling environment for them at all times. I assured the doctors that the Modi government is committed to their cause and appealed to reconsider their proposed protest: Interior Minister Amit Shah.
The Indian Medical Association (IMA) withdrew its protest after its meeting with Interior Minister Amit Shah by video conference, in which he assured doctors of his safety.
– Vijaita Singh
11.45 pm | New Delhi
CRPF constable tests positive in Delhi
A CRPF agent who was on leave and reported to the Delhi unit on April 6 said he had some symptoms. They put him in a quarantine facility at the CRPF center. He was evaluated on April 17 after symptoms increased. The reports were positive for COVID-19. You have entered the Rajiv Gandhi Hospital here. All of your contacts are quarantined.
– Vijaita Singh
11.30 pm | Andhra Pradesh
Andhra Pradesh now has more than 800 cases of COVID-19
COVID-19 cases crossed the 800 milestone in Andhra Pradesh, reaching 813 as 56 new cases were added in the State in the last 24 hours ending Wednesday morning.
The number of coronaviruses increased to 24, while many patients had recovered and been discharged from hospitals in the past 24 hours, according to a latest government bulletin by COVID-19.
– PTI
11.20 am
Union Interior Minister Amit Shah interacted with doctors and the Indian Medical Association (IMA) through videoconferences. He assured them of security and asked them not to even make a symbolic protest as proposed by them, the government is with them: MHA spokesperson
10.35 am
Gujarat adds 94 new infections and 5 deaths, bringing the numbers to 2,272 cases and 95 deaths.
(Mahesh Langa)
10.00 am
Pregnant women about to give birth should have a COVID-19 test even if they are asymptomatic.
Pregnant women residing in containment groups / areas or large migration meetings / evacuees in critical districts who are in labor or who are likely to give birth in five days should be tested for COVID-19, even if they are asymptomatic.
9.15 am
We have shared updated reports with the core team, says the Bengal government.
A day after the Center accused the West Bengal government of obstructing a central team’s visit to the state to take stock of the COVID-19 situation, the state government said “updated” reports have been shared with the team. . and “it is not a fact” that there was no cooperation.
Huge increase in probable cases in Mumbai, central panel says
A core team of five members has projected that the number of COVID-19 cases in Mumbai will touch an estimated 42,604 by April 30 and a spiral of 6.56,407 by May 15.
Based on mathematical models for Mumbai by the Union Ministry of Health on April 16, the data presented by the team took the Maharashtra government by surprise. The state government contested the methodology and tools used for the latest projection and gap analysis.
3.30 am
The United States Senate approves almost $ 500 billion more for the coronavirus rescue
On April 21, the US Senate. USA Unanimously approved $ 484 billion in additional coronavirus aid to the US economy. USA And hospitals that treat people sick with the pandemic, sending the measure to the House of Representatives for final approval later this week.
Mumbai
KEM obtains 30-bed ICU for coronavirus patients
KEM Hospital now has a 30-bed ICU facility dedicated to COVID-19 positive patients.
To address the problem of virus patients dying in transit, the hospital has started a new facility where critically ill and suspected patients will be kept in a room equipped with staff and ventilators.
Tamil Nadu
Donations arrive for the Prime Minister’s Public Aid Fund
The bearers of the Madras Pawn Brokers Association office met Tuesday with district collector R. Sitalakshmi and delivered a £ 11 lakh check to the Prime Minister’s Relief Fund for preventive measures against coronavirus infection.
Government conduct telephone survey on COVID-19
The central government will conduct a telephone survey of COVID-19 calling citizens on their mobile phones.
“This must be done by NIC and calls will come from number 1921,” a statement said Tuesday. It is to obtain adequate feedback on the prevalence and distribution of symptoms.
