Covid-19 Coronavirus Cases in India Highlights: COVID-19 cases in India are on the rise, with the bulk of new infections reported from Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala. Total coronavirus cases in India reaching 1010 on May 27.
However, with mild and subtle symptoms, experts have advised people not to panic, but state advisories urge residents to maintain hygiene. The new variants NB.1.8.1 and LF.7 are under observation by the World Health Organisation (WHO) and no reason for concern has been flagged yet. As cases rises in Kerala and cross the 400 mark, residents are concerned, spikes were also observed in Delhi, Maharashtra and Gujarat. Arunachal Pradesh reported its first case earlier today and have begun contact tracing.
Is COVID again rising in India?
According to the latest state-wise data released by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW), Kerala and Maharashtra are witnessing the highest surge in COVID-19 cases.
Kerala has reported a total of 430 cases, including 335 new infections — the highest single-day tally among all states. Maharashtra follows with 210 confirmed cases, 154 of which are new.
Delhi has also seen a notable rise, recording 99 new cases and pushing its total count to 104. Other states such as Gujarat, Karnataka, and Haryana have also registered an uptick in infections, reflecting a nationwide upward trend in COVID-19 cases.
Health authorities have intensified surveillance and are urging the public to follow preventive measures, especially in states showing higher transmission rates. Experts continue to emphasise vaccination, mask usage, and testing as key tools in containment.
Health officials remind the citizens that the situation is under control and to not panic. The transmissibility and the effectiveness of the existing vaccine on these variants are under close monitoring.
How long did COVID last in India?
In the pandemic era starting March 2020, India experienced two unfortunate waves of the COVID-19 virus. Kerala was the first state to report over 30 cases. Lasting for more than two years, COVID-19 cases in India claimed more than 5,00,00 lives. Coming to a complete halt, all industries were struck badly. With businesses shutting down to economies, the pandemic-era was truly a challenging time for all.
What strain of COVID is going around now?
The current strain of the COVID-19 virus as reported by INSACOG data, are protein mutations of the JN.1 virus. Initial research indicates that the NB.1.8.1 variant could be more transmissible than previous strains, likely due to its stronger binding ability to human cells. To date, 58 genome sequences of NB.1.8.1 have been submitted to the global COVID-19 database, originating from 22 different countries. The NF.7 variant was observed largely in southern parts of India and both NB.1.8.1 and NF.7 have been reported largely from urban metro cities. However, international cases from the US have also reported high communicability.
What are current COVID symptoms in 2025?
The current symptoms of COVID-19 in India in 2025 are observed to be mild and subtle. As per the recent reports published by WHO, the NB.1.8.1 poses a low global health risk. However, some common symptoms have been identified as sore throat, fatigue, mild cough, fever, muscle aches, nasal congestion, low-grade hyperthermia, headaches, nausea and gastrointestinal issues.
Experts advise to take a rapid antigen home test or RT-PCR if these symptoms persist beyond 3-4 days. It has also been warned to avoid crowded places as an extra measure of caution. As of now, there are 7 deaths reported so far from Maharashtra, Karnataka, Rajasthan and Kerala but doctors signal underlying conditions as major cause of death.
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COVID-19 Cases in India Live Updates: “No need to panic”
The Delhi Government advised residents to not panic as COVID-19 cases surged above 100. “The situation is under control” said officials as hospitals have been advised to be prepared for any eventuality.
COVID-19 Cases in India Live Updates: Current active Omicron strains
Four Omicron sub-variants are currently active in India: LF.7, NB.1.8.1, JN.1 and XFG. They are protein mutations of the COVID-19 virus and are known to be highly communicable but have only displayed mild symptoms so far.
COVID-19 Cases in India Live Updates: States affected severly so far
1. Kerala : 430 cases
2. Maharashtra: 210 cases
3. Delhi: 104 cases
4. Gujarat: 83 cases
5. Tamil Nadu: 69 cases
Overall India reports 1010 cases so far.
COVID-19 Cases in India Live Updates: Punjab Health Department on high-alert
After a 51-year-old woman tested positive for COVID, the Health Minister Dr. Balbir Singh said, “It’s JN1 variant. It’s mild, it’s not a serious thing. We are actively testing, and all our government hospitals are fully prepared to handle any potential surge in cases.”
COVID-19 Cases in India Live Updates: Punjab reports first case in Mohali
A 51-year-old woman has tested positive in a hospital in Mohali. She is orginally from Haryana but was attending a religious gathering in Dera Beas. After experiencing low-blood pressure, she fainted and was brought to the hospital.
COVID-19 Cases in India Live Updates: What is a VUM variant?
VUM stands for Variant Under Monitoring. The NB.1.8.1 COVID-19 variant has rising cases in India. With the total active cases crossing 1000, WHO classified the strain under VUM.
Experts are closely monitoring the virus’ genetic makeup impacting its communicability and efficacy of the existing vaccine.
COVID-19 Cases in India Live Updates: US death toll exceptionally high
As per Centres for Disease Control (CDC), the US reported more than 300 deaths per week over the past month due to COVID-19 surge in cases. Influx of international travellers has been identified as the main cause of COVID-19 variants NB.1.8.1 and LF.7 detection on airports.
COVID-19 Cases in India Live Updates: Sanisation and Hygiene made priority
As COVID-19 cases surge in India, states issue advisories and suggestions to residents to maintain hygiene. Pregnant women and at-risk individuals are advised to avoid crowded spaces. Schools reinforce sanitation habits as teachers are urged to educate children about importance of cleanliness.
COVID-19 Cases in India Live Updates: Karnataka testing inventory
RAT kits: 2,500
RNA extraction kits: 1.3 lakh
Viral transport medium units: 2 lakh
RT-PCR Kits: 5000 (procured and distributed)
COVID-19 Cases in India Live Updates: Bengaluru School Advisory
The Karnataka Associated Management of Schools (KAMS) issued an fresh COVID-19 advisory urging all private institutes to stay vigilant as Bengaluru COVID-19 cases rise amid nation-wide surge.
COVID-19 Cases in India Live Updates: What are symptoms of the new COVID?
Doctors and experts have reported common symptoms such as sore throat, fatigue, mild cough, fever, muscle aches, nasal congestion, low-grade hyperthermia, headaches, nausea and gastrointestinal issues of the COVID-19 variants NB.1.8.1 and LF.7.
COVID-19 Cases in India Live Updates: Is NB.1.8.1 and LF.7 attacking urban areas?
While there has been no official announcement from WHO raising concern for the COVID-19 variants NB.1.8.1 and LF.7, it is said to likely attack unvaccinated adults in metro cities. Kerala reports the highest number of cases so far.
COVID-19 Cases in India Live Updates: Ghaziabad cases
Amid rising COVID-19 cases in India, Ghaziabad has reported 4 cases so far. One patient is hospitalised so far.
COVID-19 Cases in India Live Updates: Lucknow hospitals gear up
Preparing a COVID-19 surge in India, Lucknow’s Civil Hospital reserves a 10-bed facility specifically for COVID patients. It was earlier used when a fire broke out and patients from Lok Bandhu Hospital needed urgent care.
COVID-19 Cases in India Live Updates: How are some coronavirus cases more severe than others?
The COVID-19 variants NB.1.8.1 and LF.7 target the weakest immune system of the human body. With the ability to alter T cells, the virus can weaken the body’s ability to fight infection. Based on underlying symptoms and immune function of every individual, it may affect someone worse than the other.
COVID-19 Cases in India Live Updates: Mahanadu meet to continue?
Praja Arogya Vedika (PAV) has expressed concerns regarding the upcoming three-day TDP Mahanadu event scheduled to start in Kadapa on May 27. The event aims at having a gathering of 5 lakh people and there has been no clarity from the organisers given the COVID-19 surge in Kerala.
COVID-19 Cases in India Live Updates: UP CM Adityanath backs “virtual education”
Remembering the COVID-19 pandemic, CM Yogi Adityanath emphasised the advent of technology and how schools integrated “virtual education” in their pedagogy as COVID-19 surges in India.
COVID-19 Cases in India Live Updates: Children with flu symptoms advised to stay home
Karnataka CM advised parents to not send their children to school who displayed even mild flu symptoms like cough, cold and fever.
The current active COVID-19 cases in Karnataka are nearly 50 with 1 death reported so far from Bengaluru.
COVID-19 Cases in India Live Updates: Increased screening at airports
State Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao shared that 5,000 RT-PCR kits have been distributed across the state. As airports increase screenings, people with breathing or respiratory issues are under closer observation.
COVID-19 Cases in India Live Updates: “Prepare for any situation”
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah said that rising COVID-19 cases in India need not raise concern. He ensured Karnataka residents that all infrastructure is in place to tackle all situations.
COVID-19 Cases in India Live Updates: Cases surges globally across Hong Kong, Singarpore, Chna
Covid-19 has quietly re-emerged as a growing concern in parts of Asia, notably Hong Kong, Singapore, China and Thailand, with a sharp rise in infections and severe cases. Recovery has been reportedly slow but the illness resembles past COVID-19 symptoms only.
COVID-19 Cases in India Live Updates: JN.1 variant facts
The Omicron subvariant is reported to be highly transmissible. NB.1.8.1 and LF.7 are its protein mutations which have showed mild to subtle symptoms.
Common JN.1 symptoms show:
1. Gastrointestinal issues
2. diarrhea
3. Fatigue
4. Nasal congestion
COVID-19 Cases in India Live Updates: Kerala district wise cases
Kerala currently accounts for 430 COVID-19 cases in India. As per past-records, Kottayam showed 82 cases, followed by Trivandrum at 73, Ernakulam reported 49, Pthanamthitta had 30 and 26 active COVID-19 cases were found in Kerala’s Thrissur.
COVID-19 Cases in India Live Updates: WHO places “variants under observation”
With only mild symptoms reported so far, the WHO has placed COVID-19 variants NB.1.8.1 and LF.7 “under observation” are currently gauging the symptoms, transmissibility and vaccine effectiveness.
COVID-19 Cases in India Live Updates: Delhi hospitals to ensure preparedness
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta on the COVID-19 cases in Delhi, instructed hospitals to ensure preparedness with adequate beds, oxygen cylinders and medicines.
COVID-19 Cases in India Live Updates: Reports from Rishikesh
AIIMS Rishikesh confirmed three infected individuals. As of May 27, one has been discharged while another has been placed under home quarantine. The third was reportedly a visitor from Gujarat.
COVID-19 Cases in India Live Updates: Noida reports case
A 55-year-old woman tested positive for COVID -19 in Delhi NCR’s Noida which marked the first case of Uttar Pradesh.
COVID-19 Cases in India Live Updates: Uttarakhand reports two new cases
Uttarakhand has joined the list among the COVID-19 cases in India. The popular pilgrimage site has reported two new cases. Travellers are advised to be aware of local health guidelines issued regularly.
COVID-19 Cases in India Live Updates: States issue travel advisory
With a COVID-19 case surge in India, Kerala has the highest cases reported in India. With over 400 cases active, testing has increased and visitors are encouraged to follow hygiene protocols.
Health officials in Karnataka advised pregnant women to wear masks in public areas.
COVID-19 Cases in India Live Updates: Thane health advisory
The Medical Health Department advised individuals with co-morbidities and senior citizens to avoid crowded, enclosed places and prioritise mask usage in public. Maintaining hand hygiene, avoiding public spitting, and using handkerchiefs or similar items while sneezing or coughing are also emphasised.