The national capital, on Wednesday, 2 February, reported 3,028 new cases — 345 more than Tuesday (2,683), 27 fatalities and 4,679 recoveries.
The country, on the other hand, logged 1,61,386 new coronavirus cases and 2,81,109 recoveries on Wednesday, 2 February. India also recorded 1,733 new deaths in the last 24 hours.
The number of active cases in the country currently stands at 16,21,603. So far, 167.29 crore vaccine doses have been administered.
The daily positivity rate dropped to 9.26 percent from Tuesday's 11.6 percent, while the weekly positivity rate is at 14.15 percent.
Meanwhile, Mumbai has lifted night curfew and eased other restrictions on restaurants and theatres, while the city recorded 803 new cases and seven COVID-related deaths in the last 24 hours.
Delhi, on Tuesday, had reported 2,683 new cases, while Mumbai recorded 803 cases
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has extended ban on rallies till 11 February, in view of the COVID-19 outbreak
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Tamil Nadu Reports 14,013 New Cases
Tamil Nadu on Wednesday, reported 14,013 new COVID-19 cases, 24,576 recoveries and 37 deaths in the last 24 hours.
Active cases in the state are presently at 1,77,999.
Karnataka Reports 20,505 New Cases
Karnataka on Wednesday, reported 20,505 new COVID-19 cases, 40,903 recoveries and 81 deaths in the last 24 hours.
Active cases in the state are presently at 1,77,244.
Assam Reports 1,028 New Cases
Assam on Wednesday, reported 1,028 new COVID-19 cases, 5,293 recoveries and 18 deaths in the last 24 hours.
Active cases in the state are present at 15,178.
Some Players & Support Stuff Have Tested COVID Positive: BCCI Treasurer
Arun Kumar Dhumal, BCCI Treasurer reportedly told ANI on Tuesday:
"It has been brought to the notice that some players and some support staff have tested positive for COVID-19."
BCCI is watching the situation, Dhumal further added.