COVID-19 Latest updates: 6,97,413 cases in India, death toll rises to 19,693

Ministry of Health and Family Welfare stated that the total COVID-19 cases in India have risen to 6,97,413. This includes 2,53,287 active cases, 19,693 deaths, and 4,24,433 discharged. 24,248 COVID-19 positive cases and 425 deaths have been reported in the last 24 hours.