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World coronavirus dispatch: Tally of global cases goes past 2 million

From US handing a $25-billion assistance to airlines, to IMF pegging world's economic loss at $9 trillion, Trump's changed stance, and scramble for coffee - read these and more in today's world digest

Germany plunges into recession; virus-induced slump may last until mid-year

To cushion some of the blow, Berlin has passed a rescue package totalling 1.1 trillion euros

Covid-19: Govt's response has been panic, with political leadership absent

The unfolding coronavirus crisis could be the toughest test yet for PM Modi. His government failed to recognise the potentially devastating consequences of the pandemic early enough, its actions have

Covid-19: EU ministers agree on half a trillion euro economic rescue plan

Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte warned that the EU's very existence would be under threat if it could not come together to combat the Covid-19 pandemic caused by the novel coronavirus

Coronavirus impact: Recession in Germany unavoidable, say economic advisors

Germany will not ease measures to prevent the spread of coronavirus before at least April 20, Chancellor Angela Merkel's chief of staff said

Germany will not ease lockdown until at least April 20, says report

Germany in mid March closed schools, shops, restaurants, playgrounds and sports facilities and many companies have stopped production to help slow the spread of the disease.

German economy may shrink by 10% in 2020 due to coronavirus: Economists

The industrial sector would be hit harder with an 18% decline, the German Economic Institute pointed out.

European Union imposes entry ban for 30 days over coronavirus, says Merkel

Member states "agreed to impose an entry ban" into the bloc, with only nationals of EFTA countries and Britain exempt from the restriction, said Merkel

Coronavirus outbreak: 60-70% of Germans likely to be infected, says Merkel

"We will do what is necessary," Chancellor says

Volkswagen strikes 'dieselgate' compensation deal with German consumers

Under German law, plaintiffs have a month to decide whether to accept the settlement offer after its approval by judges

Merkel's party drops to record low in Hamburg voting, Greens make gains

The big winner was the Green party, which more than doubled its support to a projected 25.5 per cent, a surge that parallels its rise in national polls.

Gunman suspected of killing nine in Germany's Hanau found dead at home

Another body was discovered at the home of the man in Hanau, a city east of the financial hub of Frankfurt where the shootings happened.

8 killed in shootings in Germany's Hanau; motive unclear, investigation on

A short police statement gave no information on the victims. It said the motive is not immediately clear.

Trump threatens to cut intelligence sharing ties with nations over Huawei

Washington has been pressing allies to ban Huawei, one of the world's largest tech firms, from next-generation 5G mobile data networks, saying it is a security risk.

First coronavirus case confirmed in Germany: Bavarian health ministry

The ministry gave no further details on how the patient came to be infected but said he was in a "medically good state".

Iran threatens to pull out of nuclear treaty if Europe dispute reaches UNSC

Iran has accused the three EU member states of inaction over sanctions the United States reimposed on it after unilaterally withdrawing from the landmark accord in 2018.

German cops shoot dead knife-wielding man who sought to attack officers

Officers noted that the attacker was holding a knife behind his back

Germany court bans Uber services citing anti-competitive practices

The ban will be effective immediately and the verdict may be appealed at a higher regional court in Frankfurt

Deutsche Telekom freezes 5G deals as Germany debates ban on Huawei

Any sign that Deutsche Telekom is doing fresh business with the Chinese company risks undermining the U.S. deal's chances of getting over the finishing line

Audi to slash 9,500 jobs in Germany by 2025: statement

The job cuts will be achieved through an early retirement programme, the company said, adding that it would continue to hire in areas such as electromobility and digitisation.