94,052 New COVID Cases, 6,148 Deaths in India; Bihar Revises Toll
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India on Thursday, 10 June, reported 94,052 new coronavirus cases, taking the tally in the country to 2,91,83,121. The death toll increased by 6,148 to 3,59,676.
The huge rise in the number of deaths is because of the revision in the toll for Bihar.
According to the Union Health Ministry data, there are currently 11,67,952 active cases across the country, while 2,76,55,493 patients have been discharged so far, with 1,51,367 discharges reported in the last 24 hours.
- Maharashtra on Wednesday reported 10,989 new coronavirus cases and 261 deaths
- Delhi reported 337 new infections, with a positivity rate of 0.46 percent, and 36 fatalities on Wednesday
- More than 23.9 crore vaccine doses have been administered since India’s inoculation drive began in January
20.04 Lakh Samples Tested for COVID on Wednesday: ICMR
As many as 37,21,98,253 samples have been tested for COVID-19 till 9 June, of which 20,04,690 samples were tested on Wednesday, the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) said.
COVID-19: India Reports 6,148 Deaths After Bihar Revises Toll
India on Thursday reported 94,052 new coronavirus cases, taking the tally in the country to 2,91,83,121. The death toll increased by 6,148 to 3,59,676.
The huge rise in the number of deaths is because of the revision in the toll for Bihar.
Bihar's health department on Wednesday drastically revised the state's death toll and put the final number of fatalities due to COVID-19 at 9,429. The state's health department added as many as 3,951 deaths in one day, after verification. Till the previous day, the total death toll for Bihar was at 5,500.
According to the Union Health Ministry data, there are currently 11,67,952 active cases across the country, while 2,76,55,493 patients have been discharged so far, with 1,51,367 discharges reported in the last 24 hours.
Puri Rath Yatra Without Participation of Devotees This Year
The Puri Rath Yatra will be held this year following COVID-19 restrictions, without the participation of devotees and only with servitors, Odisa's Special Relief Commissioner Pradeep K Jena said on Thursday.
Only servitors who have tested negative and those who are fully vaccinated will be allowed to take part in the rituals, he was quoted as saying by ANI, adding that the Supreme Court guidelines issued last year to conduct the yatra will be followed.
Bengaluru: Vaccination Drive for Sportspersons Underway
Vaccination drive for national and international sportspersons in underway at Sree Kanteerava stadium in Bengaluru, Karnataka in association with the state government and the Karnataka Olympic Association.
Uttarakhand: Tourism, Hospitality Suffer Losses Amid Cancellation of Char Dham Yatra
Tourism, hospitality have suffered losses due to COVID lockdown and suspension of Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand. Cab and hotel operator Sandeep Gupta spoke to ANI and said, "Drivers are on verge of hunger, they're in a pathetic state. April, May, June are main seasons but they've been ruined in last 2 years."
He added, “We don't see things getting back on track for next 10 years, we request government to not charge interest on loans, give us subsidy on electricity. Situation is so bad that people are on verge of suicide. Since cases are below 300, government should resume Char Dham Yatra with COVID rules.”
Resources for Pediatrics ICU to be Ready by 20 June: UP Health Minister
Uttar Pradesh Health Minister Jaipratap Singh spoke to news agency ANI and said, “Keeping in mind the third wave, we are preparing. All the resources related to Pediatrics ICU will be ready by 20 June across the state. If corona cases increase in any district, then we can again impose partial corona curfew there.”
Goa Reports 413 New COVID-19 Cases
Goa on Thursday, 10 June, reported 413 new COVID-19 cases, 585 recoveries and 13 deaths in the last 24 hours.
Active cases 5605
Total recoveries 1,52,657
Death toll 2891
Uttarakhand Reports 388 New COVID Cases
Uttarakhand has reported 388 new COVID-19 cases, 3242 recoveries and 15 deaths in the last 24 hours.
Total cases 3,35,866
Total recoveries 3,16,621
Death toll 6878
Active cases 6641
Tamil Nadu Reports 16,813 New COVID Cases
Tamil Nadu has reported 16,813 new COVID-19 cases, 358 deaths, and 32,049 discharges today; active cases at 1,88,664.
Telangana Reports 1,798 New COVID Cases
Telangana reports 1,798 new COVID-19 cases, 2,524 recoveries and 14 deaths in the last 24 hours.
- Total cases 5,98,611
- Total recoveries 5,71,610
- Death toll 3440
- Active cases 23,561
Haryana Reports 539 New COVID-19 Cases
Haryana reported 539 fresh COVID-19 cases, 1221 recoveries, and 32 deaths today. Active cases stand at 6,365.
Mumbai Reports 660 New COVID Cases
Mumbai reported 660 fresh cases, 22 deaths and 768 discharges in the last 24 hours. The recovery rate in the state is at 95%.
Maharashtra Reports 12,207 New COVID Cases
Maharashtra reports 12,207 new COVID cases, 11,449 discharges, and 393 deaths in the last 24 hours.
- Active cases 1,60,693
- Case tally 58,76,087
- Death toll 1,03,748
- Total recovered cases 56,08,753
Manipur Reports 730 New COVID Cases
Manipur reports 730 new COVID cases, 668 recoveries and 10 deaths in the last 24 hours.
- Total cases 58,081
- Total recoveries 47,797
- Death toll 925
- Active cases 9359
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