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636 new Covid cases reported on Monday with 197 instances of JN.1 variant
The new cases of the Covid-19 sub-variant JN. 1 were detected across ten states and union territories
 "636 new Covid cases reported on Monday with 197 instances of JN.1 variant")
Domestic steel sector still in recovery mode post-Covid: Tata Steel CEO
This (2023) has been good year for the steel sector in India, even though it was a challenging period globally, Tata Steel CEO and MD TV Narendran said here
 "Domestic steel sector still in recovery mode post-Covid: Tata Steel CEO")
Leh makes masks compulsory in public places amid surge in Covid cases
"In view of rising COVID-19 cases in the district, precautionary measures to contain the spread of COVID-19... are hereby ordered to be followed strictly
 "Leh makes masks compulsory in public places amid surge in Covid cases")
Covid sub-variant JN.1: Insacog says 196 cases detected in country
The Insacog's data showed 179 Covid cases recorded in the country in December had the presence of JN.1, while 17 such cases were detected in November
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JN.1 Covid-19 update: 636 new cases; Kerala takes measures to avoid spread
Maharashtra has recorded 137 Covid-19 deaths, with 70.80% occurring in individuals over 60 years of age
 "JN.1 Covid-19 update: 636 new cases; Kerala takes measures to avoid spread")
Business Standard wishes a safe and joyful New Year 2024 to all
Catch all the latest updates from across the globe here
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Car dealers face inventory accumulation of 650,000 to begin new year
"We saw the best of records every month. We are entering 2024 on a high note for the industry. The fourth quarter of the financial year is always expected to be good," said Singhania
 "Car dealers face inventory accumulation of 650,000 to begin new year")
Hoteliers cash in on New Year festivities, no impact of Covid-19 resurgence
Some players said they have witnessed room for revenue growth of 19 per cent in the year-end compared to the same period last year
 "Hoteliers cash in on New Year festivities, no impact of Covid-19 resurgence")
India logs highest single day rise in Covid-19 cases in 10 months
Global health body World Health Organization (WHO) has classified the JN.1 variant as a separate variant of interest apart from its parent lineage BA.2.86, due to its rapid increase in prevalence
 "India logs highest single day rise in Covid-19 cases in 10 months")
Maharashtra logs 131 fresh Covid-19 cases, positivity rate at 1.05%
A day earlier, the state had logged 172 COVID-19 infections
 "Maharashtra logs 131 fresh Covid-19 cases, positivity rate at 1.05%")
Focus shifts to healthcare delivery in 2023 as Covid stress eases
However, by the end of the year, the Covid scare resurfaced as the number of daily cases began to rise due to the emergence of new sub-variant JN.1 and cold weather conditions
India reports 841 new Covid-19 infections, active caseload at 4,309
India has logged 841 new cases of COVID-19, the highest in 227 days, while the number of active cases of the infection have been recorded at 4,309, the health ministry said on Sunday.
China to ease visa requirements for US travellers in bid to boost tourism
The simplified application process is intended to further facilitate people-to-people exchanges between China and the United States, the notice said
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India reports 743 new Covid cases, seven deaths in the last 24 hours
As per official data, seven deaths have been reported in the country in the last 24 hours - three in Kerala two in Karnataka, and one each in Chhattisgarh and Tamil Nadu
 "India reports 743 new Covid cases, seven deaths in the last 24 hours")
162 JN.1 sub-variant cases reported across 9 states, Kerala leads with 83
Highest single-day spike in Covid-19 on Friday with 797 fresh cases
 "162 JN.1 sub-variant cases reported across 9 states, Kerala leads with 83")
Manipur reports 1st case of JN.1 Covid, patient travelled from Delhi
The exact virus variant remains undetermined, as samples have been sent for genome sequencing to ascertain more details
India logs 797 new Covid cases, highest in 225 days; active cases at 4,091
Five new fatalities due to Covid-- two from Kerala and one each from Maharashtra, Puducherry and Tamil Nadu -- have been reported in a span of 24 hours, according to ministry's data updated at 8 am
Corporates relook at work-from-home policy as Covid cases resurge
India reports a single-day spike of 702 cases; 6 deaths
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Bring home the season's flavours: Here's how to make baking a cakewalk
Whether it's a birthday, anniversary, or any festive occasion, it often starts with a cake. As the New Year approaches, know how to get your baking tools and ingredients right at home
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157 cases of Covid sub-variant JN.1 detected; highest from Kerala: Insacog
A total of 157 cases of COVID-19 sub-variant JN.1 have been detected in the country, with Kerala reporting the highest number of 78, followed by Gujarat at 34, according to the Insacog's data