7 more test COVID-19 positive in Nagaland
First Published: 29th May, 2020 14:46 IST
The number of COVID-19 positive cases in Nagaland continues to rise as 7 more individuals tested positive for the deadly coronavirus on Friday. Among these fresh cases, 4 individuals have
The number of COVID-19 positive cases in Nagaland continues to rise as 7 more individuals tested positive for the deadly coronavirus on Friday.
Among these fresh cases, 4 individuals have tested positive in Kohima, 2 in Dimapur while another case has been detected in Tuensang.
It has been learnt that these fresh cases are among those who have returned to the state from Chennai on May 22, taking the total number of active cases to 25.
Nagaland Health Minister S Pangnyu Phom taking to Twitter informed, “5 more tested positive of COVID19. 1 at Dimapur & 4 at Kohima. All returnees from Chennai.”
“Two more tested Positive for COVID19. Both are returnees from Chennai. 1 from Dimapur & 1 from Tuensang. Now, we have 20 active cases,” Phom earlier tweeted.
Earlier on Thursday, 9 persons had tested positive for the disease. The 9 fresh cases were detected among individuals who returned to the state from Chennai.
Among these 9 cases, 6 persons tested positive in Dimapur, while 3 other cases were detected in Tuensang.
COMMENTS
TOPMOST STORY NOW
Live Counting begins for Jharkhand, Maharashtra elections, along with bypolls across 15 states
23rd November 2024
Live Indian national indicted for illegal export of US aviation components to Russia
23rd November 2024
Live 12 Bangladeshi Nationals Including 4 Children and Women Detained in Tripura
22nd November 2024
Live Meghalaya Minister Rakkam A. Sangma Doubts Congress’ Political Revival in State
22nd November 2024
WE RECOMMEND
Nagaland CM Rio, Dy CMs and Cabinet Members Hold Talks with Amit Shah on Naga Issue, Frontier Nagaland Demand
The meeting also touched on border-related concerns, particularly with Assam, and important infrastructure projects.
22nd November 2024
Nagaland CM and Deputy CMs in Delhi, to Meet Amit Shah to Discuss NSCN-IM and Frontier Nagaland Territory Issues
The Nagaland government has expressed its willingness to resolve these issues and find a path toward lasting peace in the state.
20th November 2024
Nagaland Health Dept Launches Crackdown on Illegal Drug Sales and Unlicensed Pharmacies in Dimapur and Chumukedima
If anyone found selling the banned drugs, the licence will be cancelled.
19th November 2024
Is the Rice You Eat Safe? Substandard Supplies from Punjab To NE States Spark Concerns
Samples from these shipments have failed to meet food safety standards, with some batches even deemed hazardous for human consumption.
17th November 2024
Nagaland Cabinet To Get In Touch With NSCN-IM Ahead Of Meeting With Amit Shah on Nov 18
Nagaland cabinet has also decided to appeal for early facilitation of the formation of Frontier Nagaland Territory Authority.
16th November 2024