Germany to extend coronavirus lockdown until May 3 Religious gatherings will remain banned while some retailers will be allowed to open. Published 15 Apr, 2020 07:33pm
French doctor, 98, keeps working through coronavirus crisis Chenay holds virtual consultations for patients, some of whom he has treated for decades, over the phone and internet. Published 15 Apr, 2020 07:29pm
Pandemic could trigger social unrest in some countries: IMF More fiscal stimulus will be needed once the crisis abated, the global lender said in its semi-annual Fiscal Monitor. Published 15 Apr, 2020 07:22pm
Global Covid-19 case tally tops 2 million More than 128,000 people have died around the world, while over 500,000 have recovered. Published 15 Apr, 2020 07:18pm
WATCH: Russian musician gives concert from his balcony during lockdown Says it was "just nice to perform for people". Published 15 Apr, 2020 07:17pm
Japan donates another $1m to help Pakistan fight Covid-19 The latest grant will be used to provide technical training and material. Published 15 Apr, 2020 07:10pm
NDMA to buy protective gear from local markets Spokesperson says country can manufacture all protective equipment except N-95 masks. Published 15 Apr, 2020 07:04pm
Religious affairs minister speaks to Mufti Taqi Usmani on phone Invites him to a consultation meeting on April 18. Published 15 Apr, 2020 06:59pm
New Zealand PM and cabinet to take 20pc pay cut in solidarity with people The move comes as the country is under Covid-19 lockdown. Published 15 Apr, 2020 06:59pm
Dutch coronavirus cases rise by 734 to 28,153 The death toll in the country stands at 3,134. Published 15 Apr, 2020 06:35pm
Lacking protective gear, Japan's Osaka pleads for plastic raincoats Osaka's mayor tells citizens some doctors are resorting to wearing garbage bags amid shortage of protective equipment. Published 15 Apr, 2020 06:34pm
CDC director says some US states may be ready to reopen by May 1 Says some 19-20 states that have had limited impact from coronavirus might be able to reopen by Trump's May 1 target. Published 15 Apr, 2020 06:29pm
254 Pakistani Umrah pilgrims flown home via special Saudia flight A second flight carrying the rest of the 474 Pakistani pilgrims who were stranded in Saudi Arabia will leave tomorrow. Published 15 Apr, 2020 06:24pm
Abbott launches antibody test to determine if a person has been previously infected with Covid-19 Company plans to supply 4 million tests in April, ramping up capacity to 20 million per month in June and beyond. Published 15 Apr, 2020 06:18pm
Domestic flights to remain suspended, says Moeed Yusuf Flights between Islamabad and GB will continue to operate. Published 15 Apr, 2020 06:14pm
41 Pakistanis to arrive from India via Wagah border: SAPM Yusuf A lockdown has been imposed in India. Updated 15 Apr, 2020 08:19pm
5 foreign Tableeghi Jamaat members test positive in Swabi Two of the five people belong to Iran, two to Djibouti and one to Yemen. Published 15 Apr, 2020 06:08pm
Every passenger arriving in Pakistan will be quarantined, says SAPM Yusuf All citizens who wished to stay in hotels will have to bear their own expenses. Published 15 Apr, 2020 06:06pm
Not bringing back all Pakistanis at once because of limited test kits: Moeed Yusuf This is one constraint the government is facing in bringing back people from abroad. Published 15 Apr, 2020 06:02pm
WATCH: SAPM Moeed Yusuf addresses media over measures taken for overseas Pakistanis Many Pakistanis are stranded abroad. Published 15 Apr, 2020 06:00pm
LIVE: SAPM Dr Mirza addresses media over coronavirus situation Urges people to continue taking precautions. Published 15 Apr, 2020 05:58pm
WATCH: Asad Umar addresses media over coronavirus measures Asad Umar says there is no conflict between governments. Published 15 Apr, 2020 05:46pm
This is a difficult situation, says Asad Umar Minister says those in favour of a lockdown doesn't mean they want people to die form hunger. Updated 15 Apr, 2020 06:17pm
SAPM Zafar Mirza insists on taking precautions despite lower death rate Pakistan has fewer deaths compared to other countries. Published 15 Apr, 2020 05:41pm
People like me can never understand challenges of lower-income people, says Umar Says it is important to find a balance. Published 15 Apr, 2020 05:37pm
Read: How it feels to recover from coronavirus “It feels empowering to have been through this.” Published 15 Apr, 2020 05:31pm
WATCH: Chinese father designs inflatable protective suit for son A Chinese father made an impressive protective suit for his son. Published 15 Apr, 2020 05:27pm
Ajmal Wazir urges politicians to 'qurantine' political differences Urges people to practice social distancing. Published 15 Apr, 2020 05:26pm
Next 2-3 weeks will be 'most crucial' in handling Covid-19: Indian health minister Union Health Minister Dr Harsh Vardhan briefs media about the govt response to Covid-19. Published 15 Apr, 2020 05:24pm
Weddings, gatherings still banned in KP, says Ajmal Wazir He urged the people to continue practicing social distancing. Published 15 Apr, 2020 05:21pm
