
State reinstates Sunday lockdown
The Hindu
Maintain extreme vigil when in public spaces or workplaces: Minister
With COVID-19 case graph spiralling up, the State has reinforced lockdown on Sundays, with “limited permissible activities” alone allowed on the day. The order to the effect was issued by the Chief Secretary on Friday. Health Minister Veena George has cautioned the public to maintain extreme vigil when in public spaces or workplaces and to take all individual precautions to prevent themselves from being infected.More Related News

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