
State reports six-month highest daily COVID tally
The Hindu
Daily test positivity rate jumped to 7% from 1% in seven days
Continuing to witness a surge in COVID-19 infections daily, the State reported 3,205 fresh cases in the 24 hours ending Wednesday morning. It was the highest single-day tally in the past six and half months or 194 days since July 3.
Contrary to the rising incidence of infections, no death was reported in the State during the past three days.
During the week (January 6 to 12), 9,503 infections were reported registering a 500% rise over the 1,527 infections reported in the previous week (December 31 to January 5).

The draft policy for “Responsible Digital Use Among Students”, released on Monday by the Department of Health and Family Welfare, has recommended that parents set structured routines with clear screen-time rules and prioritise privacy, safety, and open conversation with children on digital well-being.












