Karnataka and Kerala Take Action Against Covid Surge
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The Karnataka government has made it mandatory for individuals above 60 years of age and those with comorbidities to wear face masks amid the growing scare of the Covid-19 subvariant JN.1 in neighboring Kerala. The state has increased testing and surveillance in border districts with Kerala, but there are currently no restrictions on movement or gatherings. The JN.1 variant, also known as Omicron subvariant BA.2.86 or Pirola, has mild symptoms and high transmissibility. India has recorded 260 new Covid-19 infections, with the total case tally at 4.50 crore.
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