India Today talks about the recent rise in COVID-19 cases in India, focusing mainly on the emergence of the JN1 variant. The number of COVID cases in India has surged marginally, especially in the southern states of Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala. The governments in these states have put several measures in order to curb the spread of the virus. Despite this, there is no mandate on masks or travel restrictions currently. The descriptor also highlights the situation in the individual states and includes statements from different speakers discussing the COVID situation and measures taken by the government. Additionally, the descriptor details the steps being taken on a national level to combat the rise in cases, including ramping up testing. Despite the increase, experts say that the JN1 variant is not as severe as previous strains, and the number of deaths remains comparatively low. Vaccines have also proven effective against this variant. #COVID19 #JN1Variant #India #COVIDSurge #Kerala #Karnataka #TamilNadu #COVIDPrecautions #akshitanandagopal #6pmprime

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