Karnataka reports 87 new COVID-19 cases, active cases rise to 311
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Karnataka reported 87 new Covid-19 cases on Monday, raising the state's active case count to 311, according to the health department bulletin.The state recorded a positivity rate of 17.2% over the past 24 hours, with 504 tests conducted—464 RT-PCR and 40 rapid antigen.Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao assured there is no cause for panic, noting that current infections are mild. He emphasized that the state is fully prepared, with updated infrastructure including oxygen supplies, beds, and ventilators.Since January 1, four Covid-related deaths have been reported, all involving patients with comorbidities.As of Monday, June 2, 2025, India has reported 3,961 active COVID-19 cases, according to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. This marks a significant increase from 257 active cases on May 22, reflecting a more than tenfold rise in under two weeks.Kerala, Maharashtra, and Delhi are among the worst-affected regions, with Delhi experiencing the sharpest increase in infections.[With PTI inputs]
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