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Highlights: Judge from SC quarantines himself after cook tests positive

On Wednesday, the finance minister shared details of the stimulus package and had said that over the next few days, her team will come before the media to put forth PM Narendra Modi’s vision.

By HT Correspondent | Updated: May 15, 2020 00:05 IST
Highlights: Judge from SC quarantines himself after cook tests positive

Just a day after announcing some key developments related to government's 20 lakh crore economic package, Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman addressed the media again on Thursday.

"Today's initiatives focuses on migrant workers, street vendors, small traders, the self-employed and small farmers," the finance minister said as she began her address to the media.

On Wednesday, the finance minister shared details of the stimulus package and had said that over the next few days, her team will come before the media to put forth PM Narendra Modi’s vision and share more details on 20 lakh crore economic package.

Coronavirus cases in India went up to 78,003, according to the data published on the health ministry website on Thursday. As many as 2,549 people have died of the disease in the country.

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Here are highlights of the day on coronavirus pandemic:

03:23 PM IST

President Ram Nath Kovind to forego 30 per cent of his salary for a year in view of Covid-19 crisis

President Ram Nath Kovind to forego 30 per cent of his salary for a year in view of Covid-19 crisis: Rashtrapati Bhavan

03:19 PM IST

Phase II of the flights operated by Air India and Air India Express for return of stranded Indians from 32 countries will start from 16 May

Phase II of the flights operated by Air India and Air India Express for return of stranded Indians from 32 countries will start from 16 May. Reservation for travel from India to select destinations in USA,UK,Australia&to Frankfurt, Paris& Singapore will commence from 14 May: Air India

03:10 PM IST

Total number of positive cases in Chandigarh rise to 191

With 2 new positive cases of Covid-19, total number of positive cases in Chandigarh rise to 191, including 3 fatalities: Union Territory Health Department

02:51 PM IST

3 more Covid-19 cases in Uttarakhand, state tally reaches 75

Three more Covid-19 cases have been reported from the Dehradun district on Thursday, taking the total number of coronavirus cases in Uttarakhand to 75, said the state Health Department.

02:45 PM IST

Japan lifts virus state of emergency in most regions: Shinzo Abe

Japan lifts virus state of emergency in most regions: Japan PM Shinzo Abe

02:17 PM IST

Covid-19 vaccine ready in a year's time in 'optimistic' scenario: EU Medicines Agency

Covid-19 vaccine ready in a year's time in 'optimistic' scenario, says European Union Medicines Agency

01:54 PM IST

472 fresh Covid-19 cases reported in Delhi

As many as 472 fresh Covid-19 cases were reported in Delhi. This was the highest single-day spike in national capital, according to Health authorities.

01:43 PM IST

Different activities to be allowed in Delhi from Monday: Delhi CM Kejriwal

Different activities to be allowed in Delhi from Monday based on Centre's decisions on lockdown relaxations, says Kejriwal. : PTI

01:32 PM IST

We have to work hard to open economy, says Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal

We have to work hard to open economy, says Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal : PTI

01:28 PM IST

Most market associations advocate opening of markets on odd-even basis, says Kejriwal

Delhi CM Kejriwal says most market associations advocate opening of markets on odd-even basis. : PTI

01:26 PM IST

Most people suggested that schools, colleges, spa, swimming pools and malls should not be opened: Arvind Kejriwal

"Most people suggested that schools, colleges, spa, swimming pools and malls should not be opened," said Arvind Kejriwal. : PTI

01:21 PM IST

People suggested strict action against those not wearing mask, violating social-distancing norms: Arvind Kejriwal

"People suggested strict action against those not wearing mask, violating social-distancing norms," said Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal. : PTI

01:04 PM IST

Plea moved in Delhi HC seeking release of persons related to Tabligi Jamaat, matter to be heard tomorrow

Plea moved in Delhi High Court seeking immediate release of all persons related to Tabligi Jamaat, alleging that they are detained for more than 35 days in the name of quarantine centers. Matter to be heard tomorrow, reports news agency ANI.

12:51 PM IST

INS Jalashwa arrives in Maldives for embarkation of Indian citizens, which will commence tomorrow: Indian Navy

INS Jalashwa has arrived in Male, Maldives for embarkation of Indian citizens, which will commence tomorrow, says Indian Navy. : ANI

12:35 PM IST

Special train with passengers from Ahmedabad arrives at Delhi

A special train, carrying passengers from Ahmedabad, arrived at New Delhi railway station today. : ANI

First published: May 14, 2020 06:06 IST