
Seven COVID-19 deaths in twin districts
The Hindu
Dakshina Kannada reported five COVID-19 deaths and 163 new cases on Sunday. With 366 patients discharged, the number of active cases stood at 1,969. Test positivity rate (TPR) was put at 2.64%.Of the
Dakshina Kannada reported five COVID-19 deaths and 163 new cases on Sunday. With 366 patients discharged, the number of active cases stood at 1,969. Test positivity rate (TPR) was put at 2.64%.
Of the five deaths, two are from Bantwal taluk and one each from Mangaluru, Puttur and Sullia. All the deaths are because of co-morbidity and the patients were hospitalised for more than 72 hours. A fine of ₹1.14 crore has been collected so far in 95,151 cases of norms violation.

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