India Sees COVID-19 Uptick: Over 1,000 Active Cases

May 26, 2025 Khushi Kumari

India reports 752 new COVID-19 cases in the past week, pushing active cases over 1,000 nationwide

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Kerala records 335 fresh infections, bringing its active caseload to 430—the highest among states

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Delhi sees 99 new cases, with active infections totaling 104. Health authorities remain vigilant

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Maharashtra reports 153 new cases, increasing its active count to 209

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New sub variants NB.1.8.1 and LF.7 detected in India. Both are under monitoring by WHO

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Gujarat (83 cases), Karnataka (47), Uttar Pradesh (15), and West Bengal (12) report new infections

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Authorities recommend continued adherence to COVID-19 protocols amid rising cases

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India's active COVID-19 cases reach 1,009, marking a significant increase over the past week

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