Karnataka on Monday reported 87 fresh Covid-19 cases, bringing the state’s active caseload to 311, according to the latest bulletin issued by the health department. The Karnataka government has advised pregnant women, children and those having co-morbid conditions should wear face masks in crowded places and use hand sanitisers, as the active cases of Covid-19 rose to 35 in the state. Bengaluru: Karnataka reported 1,220 Covid-19 cases since Jan 1, with 559 active cases, 652 recoveries, and 9 deaths recorded. The rise comes amid a fresh nationwide uptick in infections, with the current rate of positivity in the state at 40.7% – out of 650 tests conducted Monday, 265 found positive. Karnataka government increases COVID-19 precautions with targeted testing, reassures public, and prepares for school reopening.
