Coronavirus updates for May 5

India saw its biggest jump in coronavirus cases as the Health Ministry reported more than 3,900 new cases and 195 deaths in the last 24 hours. This takes the total number of cases to over 46,000, with 1,571 confirmed deaths, according to Worldometer.

Civil Aviation Ministry has stated that 64 repatriation flights will be operated from May 7 to May 13 to bring back stranded Indians from 13 countries. The passengers will be charged for the repatriation flights, with the tickets ranging from Rs 12,000 to Rs 50,000.

Meanwhile, states continue to ease lockdown restrictions. Private buses in Goa have started operating with reduced capacity. Delhi imposed a 70 percent tax on liquor to deter tipplers and ensure the vends aren't crowded. Chhattisgarh government has even allowed home delivery of liquor in green zones.

The economic ramifications of the lockdown, which has been extended till May 17, is being felt by many industries. Health and fitness startup CureFit has laid off hundreds of employees, as well as downsized its operations. Vistara Airlines announced that senior employees will go on leave without pay for four days a month in May and June. According to a report by Korn Ferry, 36 percent companies are considering a freeze in salary hikes to manage their costs.

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