Lockdown in Tamil Nadu extended till March 31, staggered working hours for workplaces

The Tamil Nadu government on Sunday announced the extension of the lockdown in the state till March 31, in view of the rising coronavirus cases. Offices, shops and industrial and commercial establishments will continue with staggered working hours. According to the state health ministry, Tamil Nadu recorded 479 fresh coronavirus cases and three more deaths, taking the overall caseload to 8.51 lakh and the toll to 12,496.