COVID-19 Update

 COVID-19

India is once again seeing a small rise in COVID-19 cases, but health officials say there’s no
need to panic right now. Most cases are mild, and people are recovering at home.

  Key Numbers at a Glance

• Total active cases: 5,758

• New cases in the last 24 hours: 391

• Deaths reported in the last 24 hours: 4
  (One each from Tamil Nadu, Madhya Pradesh, Kerala, and Maharashtra)

  States with the Most Cases

   Some states are reporting higher numbers than others:

• Kerala – 1,487 active cases

• Gujarat – 508 active cases

• Delhi – 665 active cases

• West Bengal – 596 active cases

• Maharashtra – 526 active cases

   These states are keeping an eye on the situation and taking preventive steps.

  New Variant in Circulation: NB.1.8.1

   A new variant of the virus, NB.1.8.1, is currently spreading in parts of India.
   Experts say this is a milder sub-variant of Omicron. Most people are experiencing light
symptoms like cold, fever, and sore throat, and they’re getting better without hospital care.

   According to doctors, this variant is not dangerous, and there’s no major cause for concern
   right now.

  What Is the Government Doing?

   The central government has asked all states to stay alert and prepared. Hospitals have been told
to:

• Ensure oxygen and ventilator support is ready

• Run mock drills to check emergency preparedness

• Keep isolation wards and medicines stocked

  So far, hospitals are not seeing a heavy rush, and most people are recovering at home.

  Updates from Uttar Pradesh & Varanasi

   In Uttar Pradesh, a few new cases have come up, but things are under control.
   In Varanasi, local authorities have increased checking at railway stations and public places as a
safety measure. No major surge has been reported yet.

  Good News from IIT-BHU

   Researchers at IIT-BHU have created a new technology that helps study how viruses like
COVID become resistant to medicines.
   This can help doctors understand the virus better and prepare for future outbreaks too. It’s a
positive step in scientific progress!

 
What You Should Do

   Even though the situation is stable, it’s good to stay cautious:

• Feeling sick? Wear a mask and talk to a doctor

• Avoid crowded places if possible

• Wash hands often

• If you’re older or have health issues, be extra careful

   If you’d like help finding a test center or vaccine info near your location, feel free
to ask. Stay safe and healthy!