However, it also posted 8,066 recoveries today, bringing the total number to 17.03.274. Maharashtra is now home to 85,535 active cases.
Meanwhile, the death toll in the state rose to 47,472 after 115 people succumbed to the virus in the past 24 hours.
Here are some of the other highlights of COVID-19 and lockdown on December 3,
Mumbai:
A day after reporting a drop in daily coronavirus cases, Dharavi recorded 15 more COVID-19 cases today. With this, the total number of positive cases in the area rose to 3,715. read more
Interpol warns of organized crime threat to COVID-19 vaccines, both physically and online
Interpol, a global law enforcement coordinating agency, warned that organized criminal networks could target COVID-19 vaccines. France-based Interpol said it had issued a global alert to law enforcement agencies in its 194 member countries, warning them to brace for organized crime networks that target COVID-19 vaccines, both physically and in line. read more
What does the PM expect?
The former head of Congress, Rahul Gandhi, attacked the Center by highlighting the different stance of the BJP and the Center on the issue of vaccinating all Indians. read more
India Reports More Recoveries Than Active COVID-19 Cases For Sixth Consecutive Day
With 40,726 recoveries and 35,551 new COVID-19 cases reported in the past 24 hours, India on Thursday reported more recoveries than active cases for the sixth day in a row. read more
Five happy posts to get you through the week
Social media has become a haven for DIY tutorials, memes, and all things creative. In case you’re looking for a laugh, we’ve got you figured out. Here are five posts selected by us from the internet to make your day. read more
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