;The covid 19 situation in India continues to escalate with over 3,500 active cases and more than 200 new cases reported across 8 states. The spread of the virus is particularly concerning in states like Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Kerala, and Karnataka, which have shown a significant increase in cases over the last 24 hours. The rapid increase in infections underscores the urgent need for enhanced measures to curb the transmission of the virus and protect public health. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation and implementing strategies to mitigate the impact of the pandemic on the population. It is vital for individuals to adhere to recommended safety protocols and guidelines to prevent further spread of the virus.
As per May 2025 classifications by the World Health Organization (WHO), subvariants LF.7 and NB.1.8.1 are categorised as Variants Under Monitoring, meaning they are not yet deemed as Variants of Concern or Variants of Interest. However, these strains are suspected of contributing to the rising infections in India and across China and other parts of Asia.
Despite the emergence of new subvariants, the JN.1 strain remains the most dominant, accounting for a staggering
53% of all positive cases across the country. According to data from the Indian SARS-CoV-2 Genom
ics Consortium (INSACOG), a case of NB.1.8.1 was detected in Tamil Nadu in April, while four cases of LF.7 were identified in Gujarat earlier this month.
With the virus subtly shifting form and symptoms evolving, health authorities are urging the public to maintain precautionary measures, including hygiene, mask use in crowded places, and timely testing. Although hospitalisation remains low, experts warn that complacency could reverse progress.
Stay informed, and if you’re experiencing mild symptoms like fatigue, a sore throat, or gastrointestinal discomfort, it’s best to test early and isolate to prevent further spread.
As Delhi witnesses a rise in Covid cases, a student of Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) residing in its Godavari Hostel has tested positive for coronavirus, prompting the students union to demand immediate action from the administration.
In a letter to the vice-chancellor, the Jawaharlal Nehru University Students’ Union said, “We ask to set up a COVID Care Centre in JNU (as directed by Delhi Court in 2021), provide medical supervision, testing & supplies for affected students, and conduct emergency sanitization of hostels & campus areas.”
भारत में कोविड-19 की स्थिति लगातार बिगड़ती जा रही है, 8 राज्यों में 3,500 से ज़्यादा सक्रिय मामले और 200 से ज़्यादा नए मामले सामने आए हैं। उत्तर प्रदेश, दिल्ली, केरल और कर्नाटक जैसे राज्यों में वायरस का प्रसार विशेष रूप से चिंताजनक है, जहाँ पिछले 24 घंटों में मामलों में उल्लेखनीय वृद्धि देखी गई है। संक्रमण में तेज़ी से हो रही वृद्धि वायरस के संक्रमण को रोकने और सार्वजनिक स्वास्थ्य की रक्षा के लिए बेहतर उपायों की तत्काल आवश्यकता को रेखांकित करती है। अधिकारी स्थिति पर बारीकी से नज़र रख रहे हैं और आबादी पर महामारी के प्रभाव को कम करने के लिए रणनीतियों को लागू कर रहे हैं। वायरस के आगे प्रसार को रोकने के लिए व्यक्तियों के लिए अनुशंसित सुरक्षा प्रोटोकॉल और दिशानिर्देशों का पालन करना महत्वपूर्ण है।