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Homenovel corona virus 2019

novel corona virus 2019

Economy

“If lockdown is extended, economic consequence could be worse than health consequence”

April 6, 2020 Rishabh Shrivastava

In an exclusive interview with Citizen Matters, Shekhar Tomar, Asst Professor of Business and Public Policy at the Indian School of Business, Hyderabad, says economic decision makers must chalk out a clear blueprint on how to respond to the economic crisis which could linger even after the lockdown ends.

ASHA Workers meeting at a PHC in Bihar
Health

Op-ed: What India’s public health system needs to pass the COVID-19 acid test

April 3, 2020 Swapna Jambhekar

The coronavirus pandemic has brought the efficiency of our health systems into sharp focus. As the numbers continue to rise and the spread to marginalised sections becomes reality, the training and preparedness of community health workers and local practitioners will be critical.

Economy

Mumbai youth group urges support for the poor as they face starvation, job cuts along with COVID risk

April 2, 2020 Anuja Sirohi

Youth for Unity and Voluntary Action (YUVA) conducted a rapid assessment in over 20 settlements across Greater Mumbai where low-income communities live and work, and found that they not only face risk of disease, but a threat to basic sustenance in the face of the coronavirus outbreak.

Health

Mumbai: Harsh measures taken, as coronavirus spreads to the slums

April 1, 2020 Hepzi Anthony

Mumbai’s health officials are working on a war footing to ensure containment of the virus by creating containment zones and sanitising entire localities besides extensive screening. But they face a humongous task.

Health

Eight weeks of coronavirus in India through data: Is the growth really exponential?

March 31, 2020 Siddhant Kalra

Exactly how fast is COVID-19 spreading in India? What would flattening the curve mean in the Indian context? Does the outbreak in India show specific patterns in terms of age and gender of patients? Data from 8 weeks of the pandemic reveals interesting insights.

Health

Srinagar: COVID-19, two deaths, 45 positive cases and counting…

March 31, 2020 Abid Bashir Wani

The story is familiar. A few people returning from abroad, ignoring quarantine, meeting family and friends and then testing positive. A preacher, in particular, may have spread the virus far and wide in Kashmir.

Society

In Pune, citizens and corporate groups help reach aid to the ones worst hit by lockdown

March 29, 2020 Ekta Joshi

In Pune, as in other cities, daily wage earners, migrant labourers and senior citizens are among those who are worst hit by the nationwide lockdown due to the coronavirus pandemic. A look at how social and corporate organisations are helping them survive these difficult times.

Governance

COVID-19: Number of infected on the rise, but are their contacts being traced?

March 28, 2020 Navya P K

A critical step in containing coronavirus is contact tracing — identifying anyone who came in contact with an infected person, quarantining and monitoring them. But across Indian states, there seem to be significant discrepancies in the way this is being done.

Caremongers, a citizen-led group has joined hands with local authorities and delivery services in several cities to ensure that help is offered to those in need. Recently, Dunzo has come forward to support their initiative. Pic: Caremongers Facebook Page
Society

COVID-19: Here’s how you can help those in need, financially or otherwise

March 27, 2020 Ekta Sawant

Several individuals and groups have come together to offer help to the poor and vulnerable in the face of the coronavirus pandemic. We have put together a list of some initiatives that you may wish to support and join, to help them.

Governance

With Disaster Management Act in place, shall we finally get respite from fake news on COVID-19?

March 27, 2020 Harsha Raj Gatty

Think twice before you share something on social media. Fake claims and warnings may attract imprisonment of up to one year or a fine under Sections 52 and 54 of the Disaster Management Act (DMA), 2005, which has been invoked during the 21-day nationwide lockdown in order to prevent the spread of COVID-19 virus.

Society

Stuck with kids in quarantine? Here are a few things to keep them busy with

March 26, 2020 Manasi Paresh Kumar

A list of online resources to keep kids engaged as they spend time indoors

Governance

Op-ed: City governments and citizens hold the key to beating COVID

March 25, 2020 Tarun Sharma

The current narrative around COVID in India has established the Centre and states as the main actors battling the pandemic. However, cities have been the epicenters of action and local governments play a pivotal role in mitigating the crisis. And of course, the choices made by citizens are going to determine the outcomes we see in the coming weeks.

Society

Another 21 days! Stay productive with these work-from-home tips

March 25, 2020 Sandhya Raju

Every employee finds it challenging to work from home. To stay motivated sans office environment requires utmost dedication. Read this guide to know how to make the best of this opportunity.

Economy

Coronavirus relief for the economy: What the Centre can and should do

March 24, 2020 Vijaya Pushkarna

Citizen Matters shares the recommendations of two experts on the immediate steps that the Centre can take to provide relief to those whose income has dried up because of the virus outbreak.

Health

Updated list of coronavirus testing centres across India (Updated daily)

March 24, 2020 Bhavani Prabhakar

Find the latest list of ICMR-accredited testing laboratories, both government and private, here.

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