The number of daily coronavirus cases hits a new high as the states have reported 5,611 new cases in last 24 hours. Maharashtra witnessed over 2,000 for the third straight day.
The total number of coronavirus patients in India rose to 1,06,750. The death toll increased to 3,303 as 140 people passed away on Tuesday.
The fatality rate in India is relatively low at 3%. Maharashtra saw 76 fatalities in last 24 hours, the highest in a single day.
There were 61,149 active patients in India, according to ministry of health and family welfare. On the brighter side, the recovery rate was improved.