As India continues to grapple with the Omicron outbreak, the country reported 2,86,384 new COVID-19 cases and 573 deaths on Thursday, 27 January.
While the number of active cases stands at 22,02,472, the daily positivity rate has risen to 19.59 percent.
Meanwhile, Delhi reported 4,291 new coronavirus cases on Thursday.
India on Wednesday reported 2,85,914 new COVID-19 cases and 665 deaths, taking the positivity rate to 16.16 percent.
Kerala reported 49,771 COVID-19 cases on Wednesday, while Karnataka saw 48,905 new infections.
The UK has lifted all COVID-19 restrictions, including the wearing of masks in indoor places, effective from Thursday.
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