India COVID-19 active cases reach 3,758: Kerala logs highest at 1400, death toll rises to 28
Since Saturday, 362 new COVID-19 cases have been reported from across the country, with two deaths - one each in Kerala and Karnataka.
Since Saturday, 362 new COVID-19 cases have been reported from across the country, with two deaths - one each in Kerala and Karnataka.
Other states that have reported significant case numbers include Maharashtra (209), Delhi (104), Gujarat (83), and Karnataka (47).
The total COVID-19 caseload of the country has risen to 4,50,26,261. These also include the JN.1 Covid variant cases.
According to the ministry, Karnataka reported 61 cases, followed by Maharashtra 35 and Kerala 25 cases.
The Covid caseload rose to 4,50,21,383 with the addition of the new cases of infections.
The announcement came two days after the United States withdrew emergency use authorisations for both hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine.
Exuding confidence, the Prime Minister once again asserted that India will turn this Coronavirus crisis into an opportunity, while adding that the pandemic has taught the country to be self-reliant.
The use of tracing apps separately by the Union government and some states raises important questions on privacy, say ASHIT KUMAR SRIVASTAVA and DEVAL GARG.
Superintendent of AIIMS, Patna, did not comment on the COVID-19 status of the 75-year-old RJD leader, but said, 'He is getting proper treatment and his condition is stable'.
Globally, 8,331,135 people have been infected while 448,504 have lost their lives.
