Covid 19 cases in India has continued to witness a rise, with the total climbing over 6,800 in the latest 24-hour cycle with Karnataka and Gujarat

reporting as many as over 120 infections in a day. Three persons also succumbed to the Covid-19 infection, according to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.

While officials have not yet indicated a return to widespread restrictions, the citizens have been urged to remain cautious, follow hygiene protocols, and consider mask usage in crowded or enclosed spaces.

Kerala, which was one of the states to report a spike in Covid-19 infections, has registered 96 new cases.

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Amid an increase in Covid-19 cases, Kerala Health Minister Veena George has said that special care should be taken as the disease remains more severe among the elderly and those with other diseases.

She added that the Omicron JN.1 variants LF.7 and XFG were the most common in Kerala. These variants are “not as severe” but have a high potential for spreading the disease.

“Masks should be worn in public places and during travel. Genomic sequencing is being conducted to identify the Covid-19 variant. The Omicron JN.1 variant LF.7 and XFG, which are spreading in Southeast Asian countries, are the most common in Kerala. Although these variants are not as severe, they have a high potential for spreading the disease,” the minister said.