Maharashtra reported its first case of Covid-19 sub-variant JN.1 on Wednesday after a 41-year-old man tested positive of the virus in Sindhudurg district. As per preliminary information, the patient is from Dodamarg taluka in the coastal district in the Konkan region
COVID 19 Sub Variant JN: Viruses, including the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus responsible for the COVID-19 pandemic, undergo frequent mutations. Some mutations can enhance the virus s ability to infect cells or evade antibodies.
A sudden rise in Covid cases driven by a new variant named JN.1 has triggered concerns across the country. Several states have started issuing mask advisories while experts suggest aggressive testing.
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The total Covid case tally for the country is 4.50 crore (4,50,05,978). The number of individuals who have recovered from the disease has reached 4,44,70,346, contributing to a national recovery rate of 98.81 percent, as indicated on the health ministry s website. The case fatality rate remains at 1.19 percent.