The latest reports confirm 685 new infections and four deaths in the past 24 hours. Kerala has reported the highest number of active cases at 1,336, followed by Maharashtra with 467, Delhi with 375, Gujarat with 265, Karnataka with 234, and West Bengal with 205. Tamil Nadu has recorded 185 active cases, while Uttar Pradesh stands at 117.
Health authorities have identified two emerging variants as the source of the latest spike. However, medical experts emphasize that the situation remains under control and that there is no immediate cause for alarm. Most infected individuals are showing mild symptoms and recovering at home without the need for hospitalization.
While the increasing numbers have sparked memories of earlier waves, health officials continue to monitor the situation closely. Preventive guidelines and surveillance measures are being reinforced in the affected states to manage the spread and avoid further escalation.