India reports 38,164 cases in last 24-hrs, Kerala continues to report surge in cases

India on Monday recorded 38,164 cases and 499 fatalities in the last 24-hrs, according to the Union Health Ministry data. The rate of recovery now stands at 97.32 per cent. The caseload declined by 995 from Sunday's figure.

Amid the growing concern over the possible third wave, Kerala continues to record a surge in Covid-19 cases. Kerala reported 13,956 fresh Covid cases. The numbers have become a cause of concern, as the state government continues to relax the Covid curbs ahead of the festivals. Watch the video to find out more.