India’s COVID-19 tally rises to 26,47,664 with 50,921 deaths

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New Delhi, Aug 17, 2020: The total number of COVID-19 cases in India on Monday, 17 August rose to 26,47,664, including 6,76,900 active cases, 19,19,843 discharged/recovered patients and 50,921 deaths.

 

Meanwhile, India on Monday exceeded conducting 3 crore tests for COVID-19, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare said.

India on Monday exceeded conducting 3 crore tests for COVID-19, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare said.

“Focussing on timely and aggressive TESTING, India has exceeded 3 crore tests,” the ministry tweeted.

“Aggressive TESTING leads to early identification and isolation of COVID-19 positive cases. This coupled with efficient clinical treatment brings the Fatality Rate down,” it said.


courtesy: Yahoo