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Opposition attacks Modi govt for cancelling MPLADS fund, Congress, TMC, Left criticise decision to divert Rs 7900 crores for coronavirus fight

OpIndia Staff - 7 April, 2020

The government will divert a total of ₹10 crores per MP for 2 years from the MPLADS scheme to the Consolidated Fund of India in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. The total amount for two years stands at about 7900 crores.

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Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao suggests the extension of lockdown for 2 weeks post April 15, cites report suggesting lockdown till June 3rd

OpIndia Staff - 6 April, 2020

Telangana CM Chandrashekhar Rao has also requested PM Modi that the lockdown by extended across the country

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Himachal Pradesh DGP warns coronavirus infected persons of ‘attempt to murder’ charges if found spitting on others

OpIndia Staff - 6 April, 2020

The DGP of Himachal Pradesh, Sanjay Kumar, had cautioned that people diagnosed with the Wuhan Coronavirus should refrain from spitting on others.

Social Media

From TV viewership to memes on social media, Ramayan rules hearts

OpIndia Staff - 6 April, 2020

Laxman ji's expressions, statements and style are a rage on social media. Memes with hilarious captions for Laxman ji's facial expressions are flooding the internet.

Government and Policy

Stranded in India: 769 foreign tourists register on the portal in five days, here is all you need to know

OpIndia Staff - 6 April, 2020

According to the official release, every State government and Union Territory administration has identified Nodal Officers for assisting such foreign tourists.

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Powerloom in Malegaon found operational amidst coronavirus lockdown, police officials who took action face administration wrath: Report

OpIndia Staff - 6 April, 2020

The owner of the power-looms allegedly shares a close relationship with Malegaon MLA Mufti Mohammad Ismail of the NCP

Crime

Lucknow: Healthcare workers attacked, abused in Kasaibara area where several COVID-19 positive patients were found hiding in a Mosque

OpIndia Staff - 6 April, 2020

The health workers have complained that the mob even tried to tear their survey reports. Reports say that the attack came from a locality near the Mosque where the covid-19 patients were found.

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Tablighi Jamaat chief Maulana Saad using quarantine as an excuse to evade arrest, hiding in a populated area and mobilising support: Reports

OpIndia Staff - 6 April, 2020

Tablighi Jamaat members account for 30% of total COVID-19 cases in India and a staggering 50% cases in Uttar Pradesh. Some Muslim clerics have stated that Maulana Saad had ignored warnings and went ahead with the congregation.

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