Delhi Records Highest Single Day Spike of 2,914 Cases in 69 Days
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Delhi authorities have stated that the national capital recorded 2,914 fresh COVID-19 cases today, the highest single-day spike in 69 days, taking the tally to 1,85,220 and death count to 4,513.
India on Friday, 4 September, reported 83,341 new cases of coronavirus, taking the tally in the country to 39,36,748. The death toll increased by 1,096 to 68,472.
According to the Union Health Ministry data, there are currently 8,31,124 active cases across the country, while 30,37,151 patients have been discharged, and one had migrated.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said the COVID-19 pandemic is testing the world’s collective resilience and the present situation demands a fresh mindset
- A total of 4,66,79,145 samples have been tested for COVID-19 up to 3 September, of which 11,69,765 samples were tested on Thursday, the ICMR said
- Rajasthan BJP President Satish Poonia said on Friday that he has tested positive for COVID-19
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4.66 Crore Samples Tested for COVID-19 Till Now: ICMR
A total of 4,66,79,145 samples have been tested for COVID-19 up to 3 September, of which 11,69,765 samples were tested on Thursday, the Indian Council of Medical Research said.
India's COVID Tally Nears 4 Mn With 83,341 New Cases; 68,472 Deaths
India on Friday reported 83,341 new cases of coronavirus, taking the tally in the country to 39,36,748. The death toll increased by 1,096 to 68,472.
According to the Union Health Ministry data, there are currently 8,31,124 active cases across the country, while 30,37,151 patients have been discharged, and one had migrated.
Rajasthan BJP President Satish Poonia Tests COVID-19 Positive
Rajasthan BJP President Satish Poonia said on Friday that he has tested positive for COVID-19. He is asymptomatic and under home-isolation on the advice of doctors.
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Coronavirus patients in home isolation in Punjab will no longer have to suffer the fear and stigma of social isolation resulting from posters affixed at the entrance of their homes.
Source: PTI
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Delhi Records 2,914 Fresh Cases, Highest Single Day Spike in 69 Days
Delhi authorities have stated that the national capital recorded 2,914 fresh COVID-19 cases today, the highest single-day spike in 69 days, taking the tally to 1,85,220 and death count to 4,513.
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“This will be subjected to the written consent of their parents/guardians and will be permitted with effect from 21 September,” the Delhi government statement read.
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