India reports more COVID-19 deaths

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India’s active COVID-19 case tally has risen to 6,133 with 378 fresh cases reported in the past 24 hours, according to the latest data released by the Health and Family Welfare Ministry of India. At least six deaths were reported in the same period.

Of the six deaths, three were reported from Kerala, two from Karnataka, and one from Tamil Nadu. Most of the deceased were elderly and had pre-existing health conditions such as hypothyroidism, diabetes, and respiratory ailments.

India is seeing a fresh rise in COVID-19 cases, driven by new variants including LF.7, XFG, JN.1, and the recently identified NB.1.8.1 sub variant.

Since 22 May, the number of active cases has surged from 257 to over 6,000. Kerala continues to report the highest number of cases, followed by New Delhi, West Bengal, and Maharashtra.

The Health and Family Welfare Ministry of India has advised all States and Union territories to ensure the availability of essential medical supplies, including oxygen and life-saving medications.

In response to the surge, the Indian central Government has issued advisories urging readiness and vigilance at the State level.

Health experts have stressed the need to distinguish between COVID-19 and other seasonal viral fevers, which share common symptoms such as fever and fatigue.

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