Over 1 L COVID-19 Cases in AP, Karnataka; US NSA Tests Positive
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The COVID-19 case tallies in Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka crossed the 1-lakh mark on Monday, 27 July. In Andhra Pradesh, 6,051 new cases took the count to 1,02,349, while in Karnataka the tally stood at 1,01,465 with the addition of 5,324 new infections. Both the states have seen a surge in the number of coronavirus cases of lately.
According to the data by the Union Health Ministry put out earlier on Monday, India recorded the biggest one-day spike of 49,931 cases, taking its tally to 14,35,453, with the death toll standing at 32,771.
Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump's National Security Advisor, Robert O'Brien, has tested positive for COVID-19, news agency AFP reported, quoting the White House.
- Launching COVID-19 testing facilities in three cities on Monday, PM Modi said India is in a much better position than other countries in the fight against COVID-19
- The human clinical trial of anti-COVID vaccine ‘Covaxin’ has commenced at the Institute of Medical Sciences and SUM hospital in Bhubaneswar
- Tamil Nadu on Monday reported 6,993 new COVID-19 cases and 77 deaths, taking the tally in the state to 2,20,716
- Maharashtra reported 7,924 new COVID-19 cases and 227 fatalities, taking the tally in the state to 3,83,723.
- The Centre has said that India’s COVID-19 fatality rate is progressively falling, currently standing at 2.28%, while the recovery rate has improved to 64%
Mamata Thanks PM for Cooperation, But Slams 'Few People' Disturbing State Govt
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee on Monday thanked PM Modi for his cooperation in tackling the COVID-19 crisis in the state, but alleged that "a few people holding constitutional posts" were disturbing the state government regularly, reported PTI.
Google Extends WFH for Employees Till 30 June 2021
Google on Monday said that it is extending the work from home facility for its employees globally, including in India, till 30 June 2021, as the number of coronavirus cases continue to rise at a fast pace in various countries.
"To give employees the ability to plan ahead, we are extending our global voluntary work from home option through 30 June 2021 for roles that don't need to be in the office," the company's CEO Sundar Pichai wrote in an email to staffers, reported PTI.
7,924 New Cases in Maharashtra; Tally Rises to Over 3.83 Lakh
Maharashtra on Monday reported 7,924 new COVID-19 cases and 227 fatalities, taking the tally in the state to 3,83,723.
Trump's NSA Robert O'Brien Tests COVID-19 Positive
US President Donald Trump's National Security Advisor, Robert O'Brien, has tested positive for COVID-19, news agency AFP reported, quoting the White House.
Over 1 Lakh Cases in Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh
The COVID-19 case tallies in Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka crossed the 1-lakh mark on Monday. In Andhra Pradesh, 6,051 new cases took the count to 1,02,349, while in Karnataka the tally stood at 1,01,465 with the addition of 5,324 new infections.
'India in a Better Position Than Other Countries': PM Modi at Launch of Testing Facilities
Launching COVID-19 testing facilities in Noida, Mumbai and Kolkata on Monday, PM Narendra Modi said these new facilities will give West Bengal, Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh more strength to fight the disease.
Due to right decisions taken at the right time, India is in a much better position than other countries in the fight against COVID-19, he said, pointing out that the deaths due to the virus in India are much lower than many big countries.
“In January, we had only one centre for COVID-19 testing... Now there are about 1,300 labs operating in country... In the COVID-19 fight, we have come to a point where we do not lack awareness, scientific data is expanding, resources are increasing," Modi was quoted by PTI as saying at the launch on Monday.
Human Clinical Trial of 'Covaxin' Commences in Bhubaneswar
The human clinical trial of anti-COVID vaccine 'Covaxin' has commenced at the Institute of Medical Sciences and SUM hospital in Bhubaneswar, an official said on Monday, reported PTI.
3,505 New COVID-19 Cases in UP, Biggest 1-Day Spike
Uttar Pradesh on Monday reported 3,505 new COVID-19 cases, in what is the biggest one-day spike, taking the tally in the state to over 70,000. As many as 30 new fatalities took the death toll to 1,456.
6,993 New COVID-19 Cases in TN; Tally Rises to Over 2.20 Lakh
Tamil Nadu on Monday reported 6,993 new COVID-19 cases and 77 deaths, taking the tally in the state to 2,20,716.
Lockdown Extended Till 6 August in Districts Most-Affected by COVID: Chhattisgarh Min
Chhattisgarh Minister Ravindra Choubey said on Monday that the state Cabinet has taken a decision to extend the lockdown till 6 August in the districts most-affected by COVID-19.
COVID-19 Fatality Rate at 2.28%, Progressively Falling: Centre
The Health Ministry on Monday said that India's COVID-19 fatality rate is progressively falling, currently standing at 2.28 percent, while the recovery rate has improved to 64 percent.
2,187 COVID-19 Cases in Himachal Pradesh
Himachal Pradesh's COVID-19 case tally has risen to 2,187. There are 955 active cases, 1,203 recovered cases and 12 deaths.
101 New Cases in Maharashtra Police Force
At least 101 new COVID-19 cases and one death was reported in Maharashtra Police Force. Total cases in the Force have risen to 8,584 including 6,538 patients who have recovered and 94 deaths, the Maharashtra Police said
Fatality Rate at 2.28%: Health Ministry
According to the Health Ministry, India’s Case Fatality Rate (CFR) continues to improve and is 2.28%.
Improvement in COVID-19 Situation in Delhi
Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal said that there is improvement in the situation in Delhi and that there was a no need of a second lockdown.
“There's improvement in COVID situation in Delhi. The Delhi model is being discussed in India and abroad. Today the recovery rate in Delhi is 88%, only 9% of the people are ill now and 2-3% of the people have died. There is a decline in the number of deaths,” he said.
“There was no need to impose second lockdown in Delhi. This is a matter of satisfaction,” he added.
“As of now, there is an arrangement of 15,500 beds at hospitals in Delhi. Only 2,800 COVID patients remain at these hospitals,12,500 beds are vacant. In June, we were at the 2nd position in the country as far as states with the highest cases were concerned. Today we are 10th,” Kejriwal said.
448 New Cases in Rajasthan
At least 448 new COVID-19 cases and 7 deaths were reported in Rajasthan. The total number of cases in the state stands at 36,878 including 631 deaths.
Health Ministry Updates Number of Vacant Beds in Delhi Hospitals
404 COVID-19 beds are vacant in Dr RML, Safdarjung and Lady Hardinge Medical College hospitals from today at 7 am, against a total of 529 COVID beds, the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare notified. AT least 1,283 beds are also vacant since 7 am in AIIMS Delhi against a total number of 1,515 COVID beds.
1,68,06,803 Samples Tested Across India: ICMR
The total number of COVID-19 samples tested up to 26 July is 1,68,06,803 including 5,15,472 samples tested yesterday, the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) notified.
India’s COVID-19 Tally at 14.35 L, Death Toll Rises to 32,771
The total number of COVID-19 cases stood at 14,35,453 after India reported a single-day spike of 49,931 positive cases on Monday, 27 July.
6 New Cases in Andaman and Nicobar Islands
At least six new COVID-19 positive cases reported in Andaman and Nicobar Islands in the last 24 hours. The total number of cases on the island has risen to 324.
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