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COVID-19: Will eateries ever be the same again in our city?

April 25, 2020 Bhavani Prabhakar

As the lockdown continues, hotels and eateries face a major slump. With no clear directives from the government and business at an all-time low, both owners and employees stare at an uncertain future.

Which are the containment zones in Chennai and how is life in these areas?

April 22, 2020 Aruna Natarajan

Does your street fall within a containment zone? How many such areas are there in Chennai? What are the restrictions in place in these areas? Quick answers to the questions on top of your mind regarding hotspots and containment.

Why the lockdown exemption for fishing has brought little cheer to Chennai’s fisherfolk

April 21, 2020 Laasya Shekhar

Following the central relaxation of lockdown for fishing and other marine activity, authorities in Chennai took a concerted decision to allow a specified number of boats into the sea twice a week. But that has done little to ease the suffering of the fisher community; here’s why.

Resources to help senior citizens through the COVID lockdown

April 20, 2020 Bhavani Prabhakar

The COVID-19 lockdown has been especially challenging for senior citizens in many ways. Dependent on others for essentials, deprived of regular medical care except in emergencies and battling loneliness, they can only turn to helplines and volunteers to see them through the crisis.

கொரோனா – ஊரடங்குக் காலத்தில் குடும்பத்தை நிர்வகிக்கும் பெண்களின் நிலை!

April 17, 2020 Vadivu Mahendran

கொரோனாவால் ஊரடங்கு காலத்தில் அதிகரித்த வேலை பளு பெண்களுக்கு சலிப்பை தருகிறதா? வீட்டையும் வேலையையும் எவ்வாறு சமாளிக்கிறார்கள்?

Want to take food or dry rations to those in need? Here is what you must do

April 15, 2020 News Desk

Are you a nonprofit/corporate entity or individual looking to distribute relief material to the poor and vulnerable? Follow the government guidelines here to secure the necessary permissions.

Know your rights: Eviction, pressure for rent are illegal during lockdown

April 14, 2020 Bhavani Prabhakar

The Ministry of Home Affairs has put out an order which emphasises that landlords cannot force any occupant to vacate their premises or pressure them to pay rent. However, many migrant professionals and informal workers in Chennai face such a situation. The victim can call up 100 or visit the nearest police station to resolve the issue.

Important helplines for the home quarantined in Chennai

April 10, 2020 Laasya Shekhar

Citizens across the city, and especially those in isolation, are reportedly facing many mental health issues in this 21-day lockdown imposed to combat the COVID-19 pandemic. Here are some important helpline numbers for them, and also suggestions for friends, family and fellow citizens.

Lost jobs, little support: How security personnel in Chennai are coping with the COVID lockdown

April 8, 2020 Bhavani Prabhakar

Some have lost their jobs; some don’t even know whether they still have theirs or whether they will be paid salaries. There is no end in sight to the uncertainty and state support is negligible.

Where is the water to wash our hands frequently, ask residents of Ambattur and Chrompet

April 7, 2020 Laasya Shekhar

Water usage has increased following the outbreak of COVID-19, as citizens are washing their homes and surroundings, and even their hands more often than usual, as advised. But residents in Chennai suburbs, who are fighting water scarcity everyday, can hardly afford to do the same.

How to get a travel pass in Chennai during the COVID-19 lockdown

April 4, 2020 News Desk

According to revised norms, the Chennai Corporation is issuing travel passes to citizens only for three reasons – marriage, death and medical emergency. Read this to know if you are eligible for an emergency travel pass and how you may get one, if you are.

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