Ahead Of New Year, Concern In India Over Rising Covid-19 Cases And Sub-Variant JN.1 - How To Stay Safe

As the world prepares to welcome the New Year, concerns have risen in India with the emergence of the JN.1 COVID-19 strain. In the last 24 hours, the country has reported 702 new cases and 6 deaths, contributing to the ongoing surge in COVID-19 cases. The active caseload in India stands at 4,097, with Delhi reporting its first case of the JN.1 sub-variant, totaling 109 cases nationwide. The authorities are closely monitoring the resurgence, particularly with rising apprehensions surrounding the JN.1 variant. However, experts emphasize that there is no need for panic, as the JN.1 variant is characterized by mild symptoms.