Singapore on Thursday confirmed 32 new COVID-19 cases, including 24 imported ones. The total number of infections in the country has risen to 345. <br />'' <br />'' All the imported cases were returning residents and long-term pass holders who had travelled to Europe, North America and ASEAN countries.<br />'' <br />'' Singapore authorities on Thursday said all students and school staff returning from travel during the March holidays will be put on a leave of absence for 14 days. <br />'' <br />'' Singaporeans, permanent residents, long-term pass holders and short-term visitors entering the country from 11:59 pm on Friday will be issued a 14-day stay-home notice. Those serving the notice will have to stay at their place of residence at all times for 14 days after entering Singapore.<br />''