Overview

• India’s active Covid-19 caseload climbed to 7,121 on June 11 with 306 new infections and six deaths recorded in 24 hours, raising the national death toll to 74.
• INSACOG data shows the recombinant XFG variant has been identified in 163 cases, with the highest numbers in Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Gujarat and West Bengal.
• Researchers warn XFG carries four key spike mutations that enable strong immune evasion but generally produces mild, home-managed symptoms.
• The central government has directed states to secure oxygen supplies, isolation beds, ventilators and essential medicines and is running nationwide hospital preparedness drills.
• Medical bodies are urging older adults and those with comorbidities to wear masks, maintain hand hygiene and avoid crowded areas to limit transmission.