MUMBAI: Covid cases in Maharashtra jumped by 104% on Tuesday, with 3,098 testing positive. Deaths, too, doubled in a 24-hour period with six fatalities compared to Monday's three.
In Mumbai, the daily case count jumped by 52%. One death was registered. A state official said Monday's tally is usually the lowest in the week due to fewer tests at the weekend. Tuesday's tally is in line with the caseload on other days, said the official.