NEW DELHI, June 8 (NNN-UNI) – The total number of deaths due to COVID-19 in India crossed the 7,000-mark, reaching 7,135 today, as the total number of cases surpassed 250,000, reaching 256,611, said the latest data issued by the health ministry.
The ministry’s data said that, 206 new deaths, besides fresh 9,983 positive cases were reported during the past 24 hours. This is the highest spike in terms of fresh cases in the country so far.
“As of 8:00 a.m. (local time), 7,135 deaths have been recorded in the country,” reads information released by the ministry.
On Sunday morning the number of COVID-19 cases was 246,628, and the death toll 6,929.
According to ministry officials, so far 124,095 people have been discharged from hospitals after showing improvement.
“The number of active cases in the country right now is 125,381,” reads the information.
The fifth phase of a nationwide lock-down came into force on June 1. This phase marks several relaxations and reopening.
On Mar 25, Indian Prime Minister, Narendra Modi announced a nationwide lock-down, to contain the spread of COVID-19 and break the chain of infection.– NNN-UNI
