With 1,379 COVID-19 Cases in 24 Hrs, Delhi Crosses 1 Lakh Mark
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The number of coronavirus cases in India rose by 24,248 to 6,97,413, while the death toll increased by 425 to 19,693 on Monday, 6 July. According to the Union Health Ministry data, there are now 2,53,287 active cases in the country, while 4,24,432 patients have been cured or discharged, and one has migrated.
Meanwhile, Delhi has crossed 1 lakh mark as the national capital recorded 1,379 news cases on Monday. Total cases in Delhi stood at 1,00,823 and deaths at 3,115.
Earlier on Monday, data by by the Johns Hopkins University showed that India has become the third worst-affected country globally, overtaking Russia, which has reported 6,80,283 cases.
- More than one crore tests have been conducted in India for COVID-19, ICMR announced on Monday
- Delhi CM Kejriwal on Monday said that while COVID-19 cases in the national capital have crossed the one lakh-mark, there is no need to panic as around 72,000 people have also recovered
- A ‘triple lockdown’ is in force in the Thiruvananthapuram Corporation area in Kerala from 6 am on Monday for a week
- Kerala has decided to put in place coronavirus safety regulations that will last till July 2021
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Agra Monuments, Including Taj Mahal, to Not Reopen Today
Monuments in and around Agra, including the Taj Mahal, are not reopening on Monday, 6 July, in view of the COVID-19 outbreak. "In the interest of the public, it has been decided that opening monuments in Agra will not be advisable as of now," said a notice issued by the district authorities on Sunday, 5 July, reported Reuters.
24,248 New COVID-19 Cases in India, Tally Nears 7 Lakh
The number of coronavirus cases in India rose by 24,248 to 6,97,413, while the death toll increased by 425 to 19,693 on Monday. According to the Union Health Ministry data, there are now 2,53,287 active cases in the country, while 4,24,432 patients have been cured or discharged, and one has migrated.
Over 99 Lakh Samples Tested Till Now
The total number of samples tested up to 5 July stands at 99,69,662, of which 1,80,596 samples were tested on Sunday, the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) said on Monday.
'Triple Lockdown' in Force in Thiruvananthapuram for a Week
A 'triple lockdown' with more restrictions is in force in the Thiruvananthapuram Corporation area in Kerala from 6 am on Monday for a week, in view of the rising number of coronavirus cases, ANI reported.
While shops selling essential items are exempted from the lockdown, major roads leading to the city, except for an entry and exit road, will remain closed.
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Rajasthan's COVID-19 Tally Rises to 20,263; Odisha's at 9,526
Rajasthan on Monday reported 99 new COVID-19 cases and three deaths, taking the tally in the state to 20,263 and the death toll to 459.
Meanwhile, Odisha reported 456 new infections, taking its tally to 9,526.
Over 1 Crore Tests Conducted in India: ICMR
More than one crore tests have been conducted in India for COVID-19, ICMR announced on Monday.
'No Need to Panic': CM Kejriwal on Delhi COVID-19 Situation
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Monday said that while COVID-19 cases in the national capital have crossed the one lakh-mark, there is no need to panic as around 72,000 people have also recovered.
"Out of 25,000 active patients, 15,000 are being treated at home. Death rate has also come down. We've also started the country's first corona plasma bank. Our trials have shown that plasma therapy can help moderate patients improve significantly," he was quoted by ANI as saying in his press briefing.
Appealing eligible candidates to donate plasma, Kejriwal pointed out that the number of people who need plasma is more than those coming forward to donate it.
People Coming from Other States to Karnataka to Undergo 14-Day Home Quarantine
Amid rise in coronavirus cases, especially in Bengaluru, Karnataka has revised its quarantine norms, stipulating that people coming from other states to Karnataka, including Maharashtra, shall be placed in 14-day home quarantine.
COVID-19 Positive Patient Allegedly Attempted Suicide
A COVID-19 positive patient allegedly attempted suicide by jumping off the 4th floor of AIIMS Trauma Centre, today, Delhi Police said on Monday as per PTI.
Maha to Allow Hotels to Operate Outside Containment Zones
Maharashtra government will allow hotels outside containment zones to operate at 33 percent of capacity from 8 July 8, PTI reported citing order.
Centrally-Protected Monuments in Delhi Reopened
Qutub Minar, Humayun's Tomb and a host of other centrally-protected monuments in Delhi reopened for visitors after being shut for over 3 months due to COVID-19 pandemic, PTI reported citing officials.
COVID-19 Cases in Delhi Cross 1 Lakh Mark
COVID-19 cases in Delhi cross 1 lakh mark, with 1,379 new cases reported in the last 24 hours, ANI reports citing Delhi Government.
Total number of cases stands at 1,00,823 including 72,088 recovered/discharged/migrated and 25,620 active cases. 48 deaths, too, were reported today taking the death toll to 3,115.