Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Edappadi K. Palaniswami on Sunday extended the COVID-19 lockdown till June 30, but announced significant relaxations from June 1 while splitting the State into eight zones for the purpose of resumption of public transport. No large congregations would be permitted and prohibitory orders would remain in force till the month-end. In non-containment areas outside Chennai, industries, IT and ITeS firms are allowed to operate with 100% staff. All private establishments have been allowed to operate with 100% staff with the work-from-home option “encouraged to the extent possible”. “Tasmac (liquor outlets) and other shops can operate between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m.,” the Chief Minister said.

Source: The Hindu May 31, 2020 18:38 UTC