66,999 New COVID-19 Cases Take India’s Tally to 23.96 Lakh; Biggest 1-Day Spike
India on Thursday reported 66,999 new COVID-19 cases, taking the tally in the country to 23,96,638, in what is the biggest one-day spike yet. Meanwhile, the death toll increased by 942 to 47,033.
According to the Union Health Ministry data, there are currently 6,53,622 active cases across the country, while 16,95,982 patients have been discharged.
Assam Govt Relaxes COVID-Related Restrictions
Assam government relaxes COVID-related restrictions by allowing inter-district movement on weekdays and curtailing night curfew hours. The new order will be effective from 16 August, reported PTI.
1,200 New COVID-19 Patients in Mumbai
With 1,200 new patients, coronavirus case tally in Mumbai rises to 1,27,571, death toll reaches 6,988 with 48 fatalities, reported PTI, citing the civic body.
956 New COVID-19 Cases Reported in Delhi.
956 COVID-19 cases were reported in Delhi on Thursday, 13 August, according to the Delhi State Health Bulletin. 913 cases were reported to have been recovered, discharged or migrated. 14 deaths were also reported.
Siddaramaiah Discharged From Hospital
Former Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah discharged from hospital after testing negative for COVID-19, reported PTI, citing a statement.