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Govt advises cos to implement ‘Work from Home’ policy
“All companies/LLPs are advised to implement the ‘Work from Home’ policy in their headquarters and field offices to the maximum extent possible, including by conduct of meetings through video conference or other electronic/ telephonic/ computerised means,” he said
WHO Health Alert brings COVID-19 facts to billions via WhatsApp
From government leaders to health workers and family and friends, this messaging service will provide the latest news and information on coronavirus including details on symptoms and how people can protect themselves and others. It also provides the latest situation reports and numbers in real time to help government decision-makers protect the health of their populations.
Imports of medical supplies plummet as demand in US soars
Trade policies haven’t helped. Tariffs on medical supplies made them more expensive, and they were only lifted March 5, even though health care associations asked the administration last year to exempt items like masks, gloves and gowns. And now countries including South Korea, India and Taiwan are blocking exports of medical supplies to save them for their own citizens, leaving the U.S. with fewer options.
Govt approves a package of Rs13,760 crore to boost manufacturing of APIs, medical devices in country
The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved outlay of Rs 9,940 crore and Rs 3,820 crore for bulk drugs and medical devices, respectively, Minister of State for Chemicals and Fertilisers Mansukh Mandaviya told reporters in a briefing about the Cabinet decision.
US life insurers go slow on new policies to limit Coronavirus risk
Credit ratings firms AM Best and Fitch Ratings this week revised their outlooks for U.S. life insurers from stable to negative as the global economic meltdown rattle U.S. life insurers
An historic stock market slump and interest rate cuts will pressure life insurers’ earnings, reserves and capital, Fitch said on Tuesday.
Star Health launches coronavirus cover without travel history exclusions
The Star Novel Coronavirus policy is available under two sum insured options of Rs. 21,000 and Rs. 42,000 at premiums of Rs. 459 plus GST and Rs. 918 plus GST respectively. Anyone up to the age of 65 years can purchase the policy online at www.starhealth.in or through the company’s vast network of insurance agents, and without having to undergo any pre-medical screening.
Novel coronavirus cases climb to 223 in India
“The total number of active COVID-19 cases across India stands at 196 so far,” the ministry said, adding that 23 others have been cured/discharged/migrated while four have died.
Curbing Coronavirus: Maha goes for partial lock down, closes private offices,shops in Mumbai till Mar 31
Groceries, milk centres, pharmacies and banks are exempt from the restrictions which come into effect from today midnight.
Coronavirus Check : Over 50% of India Inc sees impact on ops, 80% witness fall in cash flow
“Besides the direct impact on demand and supply of goods and services, businesses are also facing reduced cash flows due to slowing economic activity, which in turn is having an impact on all payments including to those for employees, interest, loan repayments and taxes,” it said.
Sri Lanka imposes curfew as South Asia steps up coronavirus battle
South Asia appears to have been less hard hit than elsewhere in the world but the rate of new infections in Pakistan, India and Sri Lanka is accelerating with the total across South Asia passing 800. Seven people have died.
Officials worry that these countries could prove especially in danger due to poor health facilities and infrastructure in much of the region. The virus has already infected more than 245,000 people worldwide and killed more than 10,000.