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Coronavirus live updates | PM Modi to address the nation today

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Mar 19, 2020 #address, #nation
Coronavirus live updates | PM Modi to address the nation today

The number of COVID-19 cases tested positive in India rose to 169 on Wednesday. There are 152 active cases including the first case reported from Kashmir Valley and three more from Rajasthan.

According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), as of March 18, there were 207,860 confirmed COVID-19 cases and 8,657 deaths in 166 countries.

COVID-19 | Interactive map of confirmed coronavirus cases in India

We have been covering the developments related to the coronavirus pandemic as it unfolded. Here are answers from experts on your queries about the virus, a list of State Helpline numbers, and a map of confirmed cases in India.

The new 24/7 national helpline numbers are 1075 and 1800-112-545 and  011-23978046. Email: ncov2019@gmail.com

Here are the updates:

Delhi

Ministry wants curbs on public transport

The Ministry of Road Transport & Highways has advised all States and Union Territories to take necessary steps to contain the spread of COVID-19 by restricting public transport. Refunds may be provided for advance bookings to passengers, a Ministry statement said on March 18.

USA

First member of U.S. Congress tests positive

U.S. Representative Mario Diaz-Balart said on March 18 he has tested positive for COVID-19, becoming the first member of Congress

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