India reports 379 new COVID-19 cases in last 24 hours; active caseload climbs to 3,177

India reports 379 new COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours, according to the latest data from the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.

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The total number of active cases in India has climbed to 3,177.

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Maharashtra, Kerala, and Karnataka remain the worst-affected states in India, accounting for a significant proportion of the country's total COVID-19 cases.

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The number of COVID-19 vaccinations in India has crossed the 23 crore mark, with over 2.9 crore doses administered in the last week.

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The Indian government has recently introduced new guidelines for international travelers, requiring a negative RT-PCR test result taken within 72 hours prior to departure.

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The COVID-19 situation in India continues to be closely monitored, with states and local authorities implementing strict measures to curb the spread of the virus.

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Experts continue to stress the importance of adhering to COVID-19 safety protocols, such as wearing masks, maintaining social distancing, and washing hands regularly, to help prevent the further spread of the virus.

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