Coronavirus updates for May 31
Here's a roundup of YourStory's coverage today of how India and the world are dealing with the coronavirus pandemic.
The death toll in India climbed to more than 5,200, and the number of confirmed COVID-19 infections crossed over 185,000, according to Worldometer. This comes as the country recorded highest single-day spike of 8,380.
Amid the 'Unlock 1' phase announced by the Centre yesterday, many states are gradually lifting restrictions imposed to curb the spread of coronavirus.
Uttar Pradesh allowed interstate movement of people (except to and from containment zones) without the need for an e-permit. Maharashtra approved the opening of all markets and shops on an odd-even basis. Tamil Nadu has allowed IT and IT-enabled companies to function with 20 percent employees.
As per DBS Bank of India, the Indian economy is on course for a full-year contraction. Though tourism and hospitality companies are allowed to resume function during the 'Unlock 1' phase, the industry is reportedly suffering losses of around $4.5 billion as international air travel remains suspended and domestic travel is limited.
While most of the Indian economy is seeing a contraction, the e-sports and gaming industry observed 21 percent growth, according to a report by Maple Capital Advisors.
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Edited by Teja Lele
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