Coronavirus outbreak: CJI rules out complete shutdown of SC amid virus threat
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THE TIMES OF INDIA | Mar 16, 2020, 07:48:50 IST
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Coronavirus outbreak: CJI rules out complete shutdown of SC amid virus threat

The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in India rose to 107, prompting the Centre to declare the virus outbreak a 'notified disaster'. At 32, Maharashtra has the highest number of positive cases. Globally, cases have crossed 1,50,000 with over 5,700 deaths reported, across 137 countries. Stay with TOI for live updates:
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16:33 (IST) Mar 15
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16:18 (IST) Mar 15
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15:56 (IST) Mar 15
Both first and second confirmatory tests for Covid-19 are free for all citizens. The country has enough capacity as only 10 per cent of the capacity has been utilized per day so far, says Special secretary, Union health ministry.
15:55 (IST) Mar 15

23 new cases have been detected since the last update - 17 from Maharashtra, 2 from Telangana, 1 from Rajasthan & 3 from Kerala. There are now 107 confirmed cases of Covid-19 in the country, including 9 discharged cases and 2 deaths.

Sanjeeva Kumar, Special secretary, Union health

15:49 (IST) Mar 15
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15:44 (IST) Mar 15

Most of the hotels have lost their business. All casinos are closed, flights cancelled and gatherings are not allowed. But we cannot help. It's good on part of the government to take precautions well in advance.

Gaurish Dhond, President Goa Hospitality & Restaurant Association

15:41 (IST) Mar 15
A 24/7 helpline number has been set up at AIIMS (All India Institute Of Medical Sciences) - 9971876591, reports ANI.