The total number of novel coronavirus cases in India shot up to 5,865 on Thursday, 9 April, with the death toll standing at 169. According to the latest health ministry data, there are 5,218 active cases and as many as 487 patients have been cured or discharged.
The Centre on Thursday, 9 April, announced significant investments to the tune of Rs.15,000 crore as an emergency response and health system preparedness package. The funds sanctioned will be utilised for immediate COVID-19 Emergency Response (amount of Rs 7,774 crore) and rest for medium-term support (1-4 years) to be provided under mission mode approach.
- Delhi Chief Secretary Vijay Dev has ordered deployment of ACP-rank officers at every quarantine centre
- Delhi University has postponed all examinations until further notice
- The SC has asked the Centre to issue directions to approved labs for conducting COVID-19 tests free of cost
- Several states have suggested an extension of the nationwide lockdown to contain the virus
- The UP government announced that it will be sealing several hotspots in 15 districts across the state
COVID-19: One More Person Dies in Pune, Death Toll at 25
A COVID-19 positive person passed away at Sassoon hospital in Maharashtra's Pune on Thursday, 9 April, taking the total death toll to 25 in the district, ANI reported quoting the district health officer.
UK PM Out of ICU, But Remains in Hospital: UK Media
UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has been moved out of intensive care but remains in hospital, ANI reported quoting UK media.
3 Cancer Patients Tested Positive for COVID-19 Admitted to Delhi State Cancer Institute
Three cancer patients who tested positive for coronavirus have been admitted to Delhi State Cancer Institute, said hospital authorities, ANI reported.
More details are awaited.
France COVID-19 Death Toll Crosses 12,200
The total number of deaths due to COVID-19 in France has crossed 12,200, AFP reported.