Coronavirus LIVE Updates: India's Covid 19 Tally Continues Upward Climb With Biggest One day Spike of 11,458 New Cases, Death Toll Crosses 8,800 - News18
Coronavirus LIVE Updates: Delhi recorded 2,137 fresh Covid-19 cases on Friday, the highest single-day spike here, taking the tally in the city to over 36,000-mark, and the death toll due to the disease climbed to 1,214, authorities said. As many as 71 fatalities were reported in the last 24 hours, according to the latest Delhi health department bulletin. This is the first time when over 2,000 cases have been reported in a day in Delhi. The previous highest spike in fresh cases -- 1,877-- was recorded on June 11.
In the bulletin issued on Friday, the Delhi health department said, the death toll from coronavirus infection has risen to 1,214 and the total number of cases mounted to 36,824. A total of 58 fatalities, which took place from May 9 to June 6, were also declared on June 12, it said. It, however, added that the cumulative death figures refer to fatalities where primary cause of death was found to be COVID-19, as per the report of the Death Audit Committee on the basis of case sheets received from various hospitals.
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Jun 13, 2020 12:17 pm (IST)
Decision on Delhi Markets Tomorrow | The CAIT has convened a Video Conference of leaders of prominent trade associations of Delhi tomorrow Sunday afternoon where the survey report will be shared and the trade leaders will take a decision about closure of Delhi markets. The decision will be shared with the media around 3.00 p.m. tomorrow.
• Meanwhile, the CAIT today sent a communication to Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Union Health Minister Dr. Harshvardhan, Delhi LG Anil Baijal and Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal sharing concerns of Delhi traders on fast spreading of coronavirus and has sought time for a meeting to apprise them about the seriousness of the issue while urging for their immediate intervention.
Jun 13, 2020 12:12 pm (IST)
CAIT on Delhi Market Survey | The Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) sought the opinion of Delhi Trade Associations through an online survey regarding closure of Delhi markets.
The CAIT sought opinion from 2800 Trade Associations and prominent trade leaders of Delhi out of which 2610 responses were received and following are the percentage of response against specific questions:
1. Do you think that Corona is rapidly increasing in Delhi
99.4 % Yes 2. Do you feel that since markets are open it will spread in Markets
92.8 % Yes 3. Do you think that medical facilities in Delhi are available sufficiently to meet Demands of Corona patients?
92.7% No 4. Are you worried about the spread of Corona in markets?
96.6% Yes 5. Do you favour closure of markets to stop Corona spreading among traders or their consumers?
88.1% Yes
Jun 13, 2020 12:08 pm (IST)
Satyendar Jain on Increasing Covid-19 Testing in Delhi | "If you want the number of tests conducted for Covid-19 to increase, then ask Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) to change its guidelines. We cannot flout ICMR guidelines that state certain conditions which are prerequisite for tests," ANI quoted Delhi Health Minister Satyendar Jain as saying.
Jun 13, 2020 11:56 am (IST)
Rajasthan Reports New 118 Covid-19 Cases | With 118 new cases of novel coronavirus reported in Rajathan, total tally has jumped to 12,186 in the state. With three deaths reported, toll has touched 275.
Jun 13, 2020 11:54 am (IST)
Apheresis Procedure Used in Kerala to Administer Plasma to Covid-19 Patient | Upgradation of infrastructure at a Government Medical College Hospital near here came in handy to administer plasma to a coronavirus patient from a donor cured of Covid-19, using apheresis procedure for the first time in Kerala. A medical equipment that carries out the apheresis procedure was installed at the GMCH at nearby Thrissur last month and the technique was used for the first time in Kerala to administer plasma to a 51-year old man, officials said. They expressed confidence that the procedure, which has been completed successfully would help save the patient.
Jun 13, 2020 11:47 am (IST)
Australia's Largest State Reports First Local Coronavirus Case in Weeks | Australia's largest state of New South Wales on Saturday reported its first locally transmitted Covid-19 case since late May, a sign the threat from the pandemic is far from over as social distancing restrictions continue to be eased. The state recorded four new coronavirus cases overnight, taking the total number in Australia to nearly 7,300. The local case was a man in his 20s, and according to health authorities he did not attend any of the recent Black Lives Matter protests in Sydney.
Jun 13, 2020 11:38 am (IST)
State-wise details of total confirmed coronavirus cases till June 13, 8am.
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Jun 13, 2020 11:29 am (IST)
With One More Death, Covid-19 Fatalities Rise to 54 in Jammu and Kashmir | A 74-year-old retired doctor, who was Covid-19 positive, died at a hospital, officials said, taking the number of fatalities due to coronavirus in Jammu and Kashmir to 54. A retired doctor from Parray Pora area of the city passed away due to cardiac arrest at SKIMS hospital, Bemina at around 1 am last night, the officials said.
Jun 13, 2020 11:22 am (IST)
According to government sources, India’s positivity rate is increasing fast as it is more than 7 per cent as of today.
In death, Dr Li became the face of simmering anger at the ruling Communist Party's controls over information and complaints that officials lie about or hide disease outbreaks, industrial accidents,…
Jun 13, 2020 11:11 am (IST)
Sir Ganga Ram Hospital Approached Delhi HC | Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, has approached Delhi High Court seeking quashing of FIR filed against the hospital by Delhi Police on complaint of Delhi government for allegedly violating Covid-19 regulation. The court will hear the matter on June 15.
Jun 13, 2020 11:03 am (IST)
Over 1.40 Lakh Samples Tested for Covid-19 in Last 24 Hours | According to Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), as on June 13 till 9am, 55,07,182 samples have been tested (Molecular-based) so far for the novel coronavirus in the country. In the last 24 hours, 1,43,737 samples were tested.
Sao Paulo’s municipal funeral service said in a statement Friday that the remains of people who died at least three years ago will be exhumed and put in numbered bags, then stored temporarily in 12…
Jun 13, 2020 10:43 am (IST)
Odisha Reports 225 New Covid-19 Cases | With 225 new cases of novel coronavirus in Odisha reported, total tally has jumped to 3723 in the state. The reported 225 new cases are highest in a single-day so far.
COVID-19 REPORT FOR 12th JUNE
New positive cases: 225 In quarantine: 196 Local contacts: 29
(Details of local contacts will be shared by concerned Districts Administration)
Hospitals in Dehradun refused to admit the 24-year-old woman suspecting her to be a Covid-19 patient.
Jun 13, 2020 10:31 am (IST)
Industries Demand Covid-19 Care Centre at Maharashtra's Waluj | Industries in Maharashtra's Aurangabad district have urged the state government to set up a dedicated Covid-19 care facility at Waluj industrial area, in light of the pandemic, an official said. Representatives of industries met Guardian Minister of Aurangabad and state Industries Minister Subhash Desai and state minister Aditi Tatkare yesterday to put forth their demand. Waluj is home to several large and small-scale industrial units and also has a residential zone.
Jun 13, 2020 10:21 am (IST)
Covid-19 India Tracker | As on June 13 till 8am, the number of coronavirus cases in India has jumped to 3,08,993. According to Health Ministry, there are 1,45,779 active cases, while 1,54,329 patients have been discharged/cured. So far, 8,884 people have succumbed due to the infection, while there is one migrated case.
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Jun 13, 2020 10:17 am (IST)
Ludhiana Administration Issues New Unlock 1.0 Guidelines | "On Saturdays, shops in the state which used to close at 7pm will close at 5pm. Essential shops can continue to remain open till 7 pm on those days. Restaurants and liquor shops will continue to remain open till 8 pm & movement will continue till 9pm," ANI quoted Ludhiana Police Commissioner Rakesh Agrawal as saying.
There is no restriction on movement within districts as of now. E-pass is needed for weddings, names of all guests attending the wedding have to be mentioned in the pass: Ludhiana Police Commissioner Rakesh Agrawal. #Punjabpic.twitter.com/I8HnlVNnME
Parts of Beijing in China locked down due to fresh coronavirus virus cluster, according to AFP news agency.
Jun 13, 2020 10:09 am (IST)
China Reports 11 New Confirmed, 7 Asymptomatic Covid-19 Cases | China reported 11 new Covid-19 cases and seven asymptomatic cases for June 12, the national health authority said today. The National Health Commission (NHC) said in a statement that five of the new confirmed patients were so-called imported cases involving travellers from overseas. The six locally transmitted cases were all in Beijing, the statement said. The NHC reported seven confirmed cases and one asymptomatic case a day earlier. reports Reuters.
Jun 13, 2020 9:59 am (IST)
Delhi Reports Highest Number of Covid-19 Deaths in 24 Hours | Of the 386 new deaths reported by the ministry in its data updated at 8am today, 129 were in Delhi, 127 in Maharashtra, 30 in Gujarat, 20 in Uttar Pradesh, 18 in Tamil Nadu, 9 each in West Bengal, Telangana and Madhya Pradesh, 7 each in Karnataka and Rajasthan, 6 each in Haryana and Uttarakhand, 4 in Punjab, 2 in Assam, 1 each in Kerala, Jammu and Kashmir and Odisha.
Diya Aur Baati Hum actress Deepika Singh on Friday appealed to Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal to help her family after her mother tested positive for coronavirus.
Jun 13, 2020 9:43 am (IST)
India Ranks Fourth Globally in Covid-19 Tally | India has ranked fouth globally in the total cases of novel coronavirus reported. The global mortality rate has reduced from 5.58% to 5.53%. Today morning, India has reported a total of 3,08,993 cases, while death toll jumped to 8,884.
Jun 13, 2020 9:29 am (IST)
India's Covid-19 Recovery Rate at 49.9% | India's recovery rate is now 49.9 per cent. The recoveries continue to be higher than active cases of novel coronavirus. More new recoveries than new active cases reported in: Bihar, Chhattishgarh, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Meghalaya, Odisha, Telangana and Uttarakhand.
Jun 13, 2020 9:21 am (IST)
India Records Biggest Single-day Increase in Covid-19 Cases | India's Covid-19 tally continues upward climb with biggest single-day spike of 11,458 new cases, and 386 deaths. Total number of coronavirus cases in India has jumped to 3,08,993, while death toll to 8,884.
Jun 13, 2020 9:16 am (IST)
India Covid-19 Cases Reach 3,08,993 | The number of coronavirus cases in India has jumped to 3,08,993. According to Health Ministry data updated this morning, there are 1,45,779 active cases, while 1,54,329 patients have been discharged/cured. So far, 8884 people have succumbed due to the infection, while there is one migrated case.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention posted the guidelines Friday, along with a second set for organizing and attending big gatherings such as concerts, sporting events, protests and…
Jun 13, 2020 8:54 am (IST)
Vande Bharat Mission Update | Ten additional flights between India and USA under Vande Bharat Mission phase 3 will be operated between June 20 and July 3. The bookings will open only on Air India website from today at 6pm.
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Jun 13, 2020 8:48 am (IST)
A man named Nahru Khan has installed contactless bell at Pashupatinath Temple in Madhya Pradesh's Mandsaur. The government in its guidelines for religious places has restricted touching of statues, idols, holy books, bells, etc.
MP: A man, Nahru Khan has installed contactless bell at Pashupatinath Temple, Mandsaur. He says "We listen to azan, so I thought clanging of bells should also be heard. It works on proximity sensor (able to detect presence of nearby objects without physical contact)". #COVID19pic.twitter.com/bjY13EqZk6
People wearing face masks are seen on Howrah bridge. (Reuters)
The infection tally on Thursday stood at 34,687, while the death count was 1,085. As many as 13,398 patients have recovered, been discharged or migrated so far, while there are 22,212 active cases, it said. As many as 2,77,463 tests have been conducted till date, it said. Total number of COVID-19 positive patients under home isolation stands at 17,261, it said. As many as 345 patients are on ventilators or in the ICU. The number of containment zones in the city on Thursday rose to 222, from 216 on Thursday.
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