India records a sharp spike in daily Covid-19 cases today (April 13) at 10,158 compared to the previous day. Data from the health ministry shows that there are currently 44,998 active infections, i.e, 30 percent rise from April 12.
According to information provided by the Union Health Ministry, India reported 7,830 new coronavirus infections on Wednesday, a significant increase from the 5,675 cases that were reported on Tuesday.
There has been a dramatic increase in Covid-19 cases across the nation. Following a couple of its employees' positive Covid-19 tests, the All India Institute of Medical Sciences-Delhi has instructed workers to adhere to appropriate Covid-19 behaviour.
"Must use re-usable cloth face cover/surgical mask in the workplace. Ensure proper cleaning, frequent sanitation of the workplace, particularly of the frequently touched surfaces," the All India Institute of Medical Sciences management said in an advisory on Wednesday.
Use a surgical mask or reusable cotton face mask at work. Take care to regularly clean and sanitise the workplace, especially the commonly touched areas, the AIIMS management advised in a statement on Wednesday.
According to a daily bulletin released by the Delhi Health Department, the national capital on Wednesday recorded 1,149 new coronavirus infections, a significant increase from Tuesday's reported 980 cases.
One death was reported in the nation's capital, although the major cause of death was not Covid, according to the Delhi Health Department. The percentage of positive was 23.8 percent.
In order to assess the readiness of public and commercial health institutions for the emergency Covid-19 situation, mock exercises were conducted around the country on Monday. Mansukh Mandaviya, the union minister for health, observed practise drills at certain hospitals.
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