After a brief hiatus following the first case, COVID-19 cases spiked as more pilgrims returning from Iran tested positive for the virus. The virus has so far claimed 25 lives in Pakistan, while 55 COVID-19 patients have fully recovered. Nine COVID-19 patients have passed away with five have fully recovered and discharged from hospitals. 11:20pm: Five graveyards designated for coronavirus victims in KarachiFive cemeteries have been designated for burials of those who have died due to coronavirus, Karachi mayor Wasim Akhtar said on Monday. 10:10 am: More cases emerge in IslamabadThe government’s official portal reported eight new coronavirus cases in Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) and 12 new cases in Gilgit-Baltistan.

Source: The Express Tribune March 30, 2020 06:00 UTC