Rising Cases in India
India has reported a surge in COVID-19 cases, with 4,302 active cases and 864 new cases recorded in the last 24 hours as of June 4, 2025. States like Ahmedabad (20 cases), Uttar Pradesh (4 cases), Haryana (5 cases), and Bengaluru (1 case) have seen new infections. The Delhi government has issued an advisory to address the uptick. All states have been directed to ensure the availability of oxygen, isolation beds, ventilators, and essential medicines to manage the situation.
New Contagious Variant in the United States
A new COVID-19 strain, reportedly originating from China, has been linked to a sharp increase in hospitalizations and is now circulating in the United States, including New York City and California. Health experts are urging vigilance and adherence to safety measures to curb its spread.
WHO’s Assessment of NB.1.8.1 Variant
The World Health Organization (WHO) has classified the COVID-19 variant NB.1.8.1 as a “variant under monitoring” but assesses its global health risk as low. WHO continues to track