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2.22 L New COVID Cases in India, 4,454 Deaths; Tally Over 2.67 Cr

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India on Monday, 24 May, reported 2,22,315 new coronavirus cases, taking the tally in the country to 2,67,52,447. The death toll increased by 4,454 deaths in last 24 hours, to 3,03,720.

According to the Union Health Ministry data, there are currently 27,20,716 active cases across the country, while 2,37,28,011 patients have been discharged so far, with 3,02,544 discharges reported in the last 24 hours.

Snapshot
  • Russian Direct Investment Fund and Panacea Biotec have launched the production of the Sputnik vaccine in India, a statement said on Monday
  • Delhi on Monday reported 1,550 new coronavirus cases, with a positivity rate of 2.52 percent, and 207 deaths
  • Lockdown has been extended in Bihar till 1 June, CM Nitish Kumar said on Monday.
  • The partial coronavirus curfew in Uttar Pradesh has been extended till 31 May
  • More than 19.50 crore vaccine doses have been administered since India’s inoculation drive began on 16 January

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10:46 PM , 24 May
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10:45 PM , 24 May

Total 5,424 Cases of Black Fungus Reported so Far: Harsh Vardhan

Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan announced today that a total of 5,424 cases of mucormycosis or black fungus have been reported from 18 states, with majority of them being reported from Gujarat and Maharashtra.

10:43 PM , 24 May

Black Fungus: 19,420 Vials of Liposomal Amphotericin B Distributed

Union Minister for Chemicals and Fertilizers Sadananda Gowda announced today that 19,420 vials of Liposomal Amphotericin B injections have been distributed to states for the treatment of Black Fungus.

Karnataka has been provided with 1030 vials. Meanwhile, domestic production is also increasing along with imports.

10:41 PM , 24 May

Maharashtra Reports 22,122 New COVID Cases

Maharashtra reported 22,122 new COVID-19 cases, 42,320 recoveries and 361 deaths in the last 24 hours.

Active cases: 3,27,580
Total recoveries: 51,82,592
Death toll: 89,212

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Published: 24 May 2021, 9:53 AM IST
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