A record in surge in India's COVID-19 count as the states recorded 6,684 new coronavirus cases on Friday. With this, the total coronavirus case in the country surged past 125,000.
Maharashtra, the worst-affected state by coronavirus pandemic, saw an explosion of cases on Friday. Delhi and Tamil Nadu also witnessed high number of COVID-19 patients in last 24 hours.
The death toll from the novel virus rose to 3,720. At least 130 people passed away in last 24 hours. India recorded over 100 deaths every day throughout this week.
However, India's mortality rate has improved, said the health ministry. Maharashtra recorded 2,940 coronavirus cases on Friday — the highest single-day spike in daily COVID-19 count in any state.