First COVID-19 Death in Ahmedabad; Rise in Cases Across Rajkot

A 47-year-old woman from Shah Alam area in Danilimda, Ahmedabad, has become the city’s first fatality due to COVID-19. She was admitted to LG Hospital in Maninagar on May 23 for treatment and passed away during hospitalization. The deceased was reportedly suffering from hypertension and high blood pressure.

7 New COVID-19 Cases Detected in Rajkot

Rajkot reported 7 new COVID-19 cases today, comprising 4 women and 3 men. Additionally, 2 patients have fully recovered, bringing the total number of cases in the city to 44.

6 Patients Recover After Home Isolation

With the recovery of 2 more patients today, a total of 6 patients have now recuperated after being in home isolation. One patient, who is being treated at a private hospital, is in stable condition. The remaining 37 active patients are currently in home isolation and are reportedly stable, according to the Health Department.

June 1: 5 New COVID-19 Cases Reported in Rajkot

Five new cases were reported in Rajkot on June 1, including 2 women and 3 men. Here are the details:

• Master Society: 45-year-old woman tested positive
  
• Near Raiya Road: 69-year-old woman infected
  
• Uma Park: 52-year-old man tested positive
  
• Near Atithi Chowk: 56-year-old man infected
  
• Sopan Heights: 25-year-old man tested positive
  

All patients have been placed under home isolation and are under continuous monitoring by the authorities. Additionally, one new case was reported from the Rajkot district — a 53-year-old man from Navagam Anandpar.

Rajkot COVID-19 Timeline

• May 19: First case reported in Mavdi, a 53-year-old man with international travel history; recovered fully.
  
• May 23: Second case from Shiv Park, a 39-year-old woman.
  
• May 24: Two new cases from Govindnagar (74-year-old man) and Silver Society (52-year-old man).
  
• May 26: New case reported from Shivaji Park near Raiya Road.
  
• May 27: A concerning day with 6 new cases from various localities; all in stable condition.
  
• May 28: Five more cases reported from Big Bazaar, Raiya Road, and other areas.
  
• May 30: Eight new cases reported — 2 women and 6 men from different areas of the city.
  
• May 31: Eight more positive cases — 4 women and 4 men; 4 patients recovered.
  
• June 1: Five new cases in the city and one in the district, raising the total to 44 cases.
  

Four New COVID-19 Variants Found in India

As COVID-19 cases continue to rise in various states, India has identified four new variants: LF.7, XFG, JN.1, and NB.1.8.1, according to ICMR Director Dr. Rajeev Bahl. These variants were sequenced from samples in South and West India.

• Though not classified as severe, WHO has placed them under “variants under monitoring”.
  
• The NB.1.8.1 variant carries spike protein mutations like A435S, V445H, and T478I, which may allow faster spread and partial resistance to immunity.
  
• The JN.1 variant remains the most common in India, detected in over 50% of samples, followed by BA.2 (26%) and Omicron sub-lineages (20%).

Precautionary Measures to Prevent COVID-19 Spread

1. Wear a Mask: Always wear a mask in public or outside your home.
   
2. Maintain Social Distancing: Keep at least 6 feet distance from others; avoid crowded places.
   
3. Hand Hygiene: Frequently wash hands with soap or use sanitizer.
   
4. Monitor Symptoms: If you experience cold, cough, fever, sore throat, or breathing difficulty, consult a doctor immediately.
   
5. Vaccination: Ensure you receive both vaccine doses and the booster if not already done.