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The government on Saturday cautioned people against the use of alcohol-based hand sanitisers before lighting candles or diyas on Sunday as they are inflammable.

In a video message of over 11 minutes, Modi had also asked people to maintain the "lakshman rekha" of social distancing by staying indoors and not getting together in groups during the exercise.

"Please refrain from using alcohol-based hand sanitisers tomorrow before lighting candles or diyas," K S Dhatwalia, Principal Director General of PIB, said at a media briefing.

While addressing the nation on April 3, Prime Minister even praised citizens for setting a “model” during janata curfew while paying gratitude to those battling coronavirus on the frontlines.

In a statement, the government said, “The spread of coronavirus has been alarming and is posing severe health and economic ramifications for our country. | To read full story, visit https://startuparound.com/read/1586008805.6874545/Don't-use-alcohol-based-hand-sanitisers-before-lighting-candles-or-diyas-on-Sunday:-Govt?ref=audio_experience

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“Many entrepreneurs and small business owners are confused on what loans are available and how to apply,” she writes.

We started this because we felt there was a need for it due to a lot of questions and confusion coming from our small business community.

“We are going to continue to provide resources, content and assistance to small business owners. | To read full story, visit https://startuparound.com/read/1586007007.5864072/CorpNet-Helps-Businesses-File-for-Coronavirus-Relief?ref=audio_experience

#StartupsVsCovid-19: Startup India ChallengeThe Indian startups soon jumped into the fight at various levels.

Under DPIIT, Startup India has invited applications from startups to build a series of innovative solutions.

India’s startup community has further launched the Action COVID-19 Team (ACT) with INR 100 Cr corpus for Grants to COVID-19 innovations from India.

Now, they can do this until June 30, 2020, to comply with this norm.

Aadhaar-PAN Linking Extended To June 30: The government has also extended Aadhaar-PAN linking date to June 30, 2020. | To read full story, visit https://startuparound.com/read/1586005210.3118107/Startup-Policy-Rundown:-Startups-Demand-Financial-Aid-To-Survive-Covid-19-Fallout?ref=audio_experience

The Aditya Birla Group on Friday committed Rs 500 crore towards COVID-19 relief measures, of which Rs 400 crore will go to the PM-CARES Fund.

The Kumar Mangalam Birla-led $48.3 billion conglomerate will be contributing Rs 400 crore to the PM-CARES Fund, Rs 50 crore to FICCI-Aditya Birla CSR Centre for Excellence for COVID-19 relief measures, and Rs 50 crore to supply ventilators, masks and protective equipment, a statement said.

Kumar Mangalam Birla , Chairman, Aditya Birla GroupA host of leaders from India Inc have been pooling in resources to fight the pandemic, which has affected over 2,400 people in India and taken more than 70 lives.

"The Aditya Birla Group recognises that no contribution can be too large or small, given the enormity of the pandemic.

The Group will continue to extend whatever support is feasible to help fight the pandemic and restore normalcy," it said. | To read full story, visit https://startuparound.com/read/1586003410.3393383/Aditya-Birla-Group-commits-Rs-500-Cr-for-COVID-19-fight?ref=audio_experience

The government on Saturday put curbs on exports of diagnostic kits with a view to discourage shipments amid the coronavirus outbreak.

"The export of diagnostic kits (diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing, preparation diagnostic or laboratory reagents)... is restricted with immediate effect," the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) said in a notification.

Funds invested will be used for scaling production of coronavirus testing kits and expansion of molecular diagnostic solutions, Mylab said in a statement.

Commenting on the development, Poonawalla said: "In the next few weeks, we will be ramping up the production of the COVID-19 testing kits taking from 1.5 lakh tests/week to 20 lakh tests/week".

Mylab's COVID-19 test kit screens and detects the infection within 2.5 hours as compared with over seven hours taken by current protocols, the company had earlier said. | To read full story, visit https://startuparound.com/read/1586001605.6944308/Coronavirus:-Government-curbs-exports-of-diagnostic-kits-with-immediate-effect?ref=audio_experience

#StartupsVsCovid-19: Startup India ChallengeThe Indian startups soon jumped into the fight at various levels.

Under DPIIT, Startup India has invited applications from startups to build a series of innovative solutions.

India’s startup community has further launched the Action COVID-19 Team (ACT) with INR 100 Cr corpus for Grants to COVID-19 innovations from India.

Now, they can do this until June 30, 2020, to comply with this norm.

Aadhaar-PAN Linking Extended To June 30: The government has also extended Aadhaar-PAN linking date to June 30, 2020. | To read full story, visit https://startuparound.com/read/1585999805.8716743/Startup-Policy-Rundown:-Startups-Demand-Financial-Aid-To-Survive-Covid-19-Fallout?ref=audio_experience

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Build Brand Truth And LoyaltyWithout the SSL certificate, users immediately feel uncomfortable and unable to transact. | To read full story, visit https://startuparound.com/read/1585998006.993991/Do-I-Need-An-SSL-Certificate-For-My-Website??ref=audio_experience

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) on Friday said it has made arrangements for food and water for truckers at its toll plazas as truck drivers got stranded at various places due to the sudden lockdown to prevent spread of the coronavirus.

The All India Motor Transport Congress (AIMTC), the apex body of truckers representing around 93 lakh truckers, has been seeking government intervention for its drivers stranded at various places during the nationwide coronavirus lockdown.

"NHAI believes that truck drivers are truly the lifeline of our country.

In the current circumstances, when the truck drivers are executing their duties with utmost sincerity, the NHAI acknowledges their efforts and is committed to extend support to them in every possible way," the statement said.

Earlier, Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari had asked the NHAI to ensure food, water and support for stranded workers in the wake of the lockdown. | To read full story, visit https://startuparound.com/read/1585996206.1835258/COVID-19:-NHAI-makes-food,-water-arrangements-at-toll-plazas-for-stranded-truck-drivers?ref=audio_experience

FMCG firm Marico on Friday said it had tied up with online food ordering platforms Swiggy and Zomato to deliver essential food items to consumers during the lockdown period.

Under this partnership, Swiggy and Zomato would deliver essential food items under the Marico portfolio which includes Saffola Oils, Saffola Plain Oats, Saffola Masala Oats and Coco Soul Virgin coconut oil, at doorsteps of the customers.

While Swiggy stores have started the delivery in Gurugram, the service in Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru, and Mumbai will begin this weekend, it added.

"As one of India's leading consumer companies, we are working towards ensuring the availability and easy access of essential food items to consumers.

The government has imposed a 21-day nationwide lockdown till April 14 to stem the spread of coronavirus infections. | To read full story, visit https://startuparound.com/read/1585994507.7284226/Marico-ties-up-with-Swiggy,-Zomato-to-deliver-goods-during-coronavirus-lockdown?ref=audio_experience

CK Birla group will contribute Rs 35 crore to help the government fight against Covid-19 pandemic.

"The CK Birla Group, Amita and CK Birla, have made a commitment of Rs 35 crore to support the government in the fight against COVID-19.

Hospitals owned by the CK Birla group at Kolkata and Jaipur are working with the respective state governments.

CK Birla group has interests in sectors such as technology and automotive, building, healthcare, and education.

It owns AVTEC, Birlasoft, HIL, Orient Cement, Orient Electric, and Orient Paper. | To read full story, visit https://startuparound.com/read/1585992708.1671705/CK-Birla-Group-commits-Rs-35-Cr-to-help-battle-coronavirus?ref=audio_experience