Agrawal said vaccinations between July and August and serosurveys were factored in while assuming the scenarios. India saw a single-day rise of 42,909 new infections, while active cases rose for the sixth consecutive day by 7,766 to 3,76,324. The death toll climbed by 380, according to Union health ministry data on Monday morning.

Amid rising cases, Janmashtami festival celebration saw complete disregard for Covid-19 safety protocols at various temples across Mathura in Uttar Pradesh on Monday. Most devotees were seen without masks and physical distancing norm went for a toss.

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50% capacity in Delhi classrooms

For the reopening of school and colleges from Wednes-day, the Delhi Disaster Management Authority has issued rules — allowing only 50 per cent students per classroom, mandatory thermal screening, staggered lunch breaks, alternate seating. Those living in containment zones won’t be allowed.

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