Skip to content
Search

Latest Stories

India records 42,533 COVID-19 cases, 1,373 deaths

Pramod Thomas
By Pramod ThomasMay 04, 2020
Pramod Thomas
See Full Bio

INDIA reported 2,500 new COVID-19 cases in last 24 hours in the country. With this the total number of coronavirus cases in the country has climbed to 42,533 on Monday (4). The death toll has increased to 1,373 as India recorded 72 deaths in last 24 hours.

For the past few days, the death toll due to the deadly infection remains over 70 per day, shows health ministry data. Starting from Monday, many states eased restrictions in the ongoing lockdown.  Earlier, the central government extended the nationwide lockdown till May 17.

There are 29,453 active coronavirus patients in the country. As many as 11,706 people were recovered from the disease.

Delhi saw the sharpest hike in fresh cases as 427 people tested positive for novel coronavirus on Sunday (3). The coronavirus count in the national capital has zoomed to 4,549. There were 64 COVID-19-related deaths in the state.

Maharashtra continued to record high numbers, 678 new cases. The death toll in the state has crossed 500-mark. Maharashtra was the only state in India to report more than 12,000 coronavirus cases.

In Gujarat, 394 coronavirus cases were registered in last 24 hours. The total number of coronavirus cases in the state stood at 5,428.

Tamil Nadu witnessed a sharp jump in coronavirus cases as 266 fresh cases were confirmed on Sunday. With this, the state's COVID-19 count reached 3,023.

Punjab saw its highest number of fresh cases in a single day on Sunday. The state recorded 330 new coronavirus cases in last 24 hours. The COVID-19 cases in Punjab rose to 1,102.

India entered the third phase of nationwide lockdown on May 4. The Indian government classified the entire country in red, orange and green zones based on the number of coroanvirus cases from that area. Several norms were relaxed in the least-affected areas.

More than 3.5 million cases of the novel coronavirus, including at least 247,000 deaths have been recorded worldwide according to Johns Hopkins University. The US confirmed over 1.1 million cases and 67,000 COVID-19 related deaths.

social distancingindia lockdownindia coronavirus

Related News

Gold
Business

Gold eases after record high as investors book profits

Vances-Getty
Asia

Indian H-1B visa holders watch closely as JD Vance visits Delhi

King Charles
UK

King Charles highlights shared values across faiths in Easter message

5 movies that nailed fashion like a runway finale
Entertainment

5 movies that nailed fashion like a runway finale

More For You

Astrid Esmeralda

Astrid Esmeralda, has captured the attention of social media after sharing how her unplanned move to India

Instagram/ astrid__esmeralda

Danish woman leaves behind life in Copenhagen, says 10 months in India changed her life

A Danish woman, Astrid Esmeralda, has captured the attention of social media after sharing how her unplanned move to India became one of the most transformative experiences of her life.

Leaving behind a stable and comfortable life in Copenhagen, Astrid set off for India in search of something more fulfilling. What began as a spontaneous escape from monotony soon evolved into a deep connection with the people, culture, and spirit of India.

Keep ReadingShow less
Crispello Comeback: Cadbury’s Light Treat Hits B&M Shelves

The return to UK shelves has brought a wave of nostalgia for many

Getty

Cadbury Crispello chocolate bars return to UK shelves at B&M for 49p

Cadbury's Crispello chocolate bars have made a surprise return to UK stores, now available at B&M for just 49p. The product, a mix of light wafer and smooth chocolate, had previously been discontinued in the UK and was only available overseas in recent years.

Each individual pack of Crispello contains four chocolate-covered wafer fingers, filled with a creamy chocolate centre. The sweet treat has gained attention on social media, with shoppers expressing their excitement about its reappearance in British stores.

Keep ReadingShow less
Sharon Osbourne

Celebrities including Sharon Osbourne and Oprah Winfrey might be exhibiting signs of this side effect

Instagram/ Sharonosbourne

‘Ozempic feet’ joins growing list of unusual side effects linked to popular weight-loss drug

Ozempic, the blockbuster weight-loss medication that has surged in popularity across the United States and among celebrities, is now being linked to a new and unexpected side effect like sagging skin on the feet, informally dubbed “Ozempic feet”.

Medical experts say the condition is caused by rapid fat loss, which not only alters the appearance of the face and buttocks, but can also lead to aesthetic changes in the feet. As the drug continues to make headlines for its weight-loss benefits, concerns about such side effects are also gaining attention.

Keep ReadingShow less
MRI

Individuals with certain metabolic conditions may be more prone to this process

Getty

MRI injection linked to rare deadly health risk, study finds

A new study has raised concerns over the use of a common chemical injected during MRI scans, suggesting it may contribute to a potentially fatal complication in rare cases.

Researchers from the University of New Mexico have found that gadolinium – a toxic rare earth metal used in MRI contrast agents – can interact with oxalic acid found in many foods to form nanoparticles in human tissues. These particles could potentially lead to serious health problems affecting organs such as the kidneys.

Keep ReadingShow less
Morrisons

Morrisons has said it will continue to monitor customer feedback

Getty

Morrisons adds charity donation option to More Card loyalty scheme

Morrisons has announced a new update to its More Card loyalty programme, giving customers the option to donate their points to charity. The change, introduced on Monday 14 April, allows shoppers to convert their saved points into cash donations for Marie Curie, a UK charity that provides end-of-life care and support.

Under the new scheme, customers can donate their points in multiples of 1,000, which equates to a £1 value. Donations can be made easily through the More Card app or the official Morrisons website. Once submitted, the points are converted into their cash equivalent and passed directly to Marie Curie on behalf of the customer.

Keep ReadingShow less
© Copyright 2025 Garavi Gujarat Publications Ltd & Asian Media Group USA Inc