The total number of people confirmed positive for the coronavirus in India has increased to 56,342 while 1,886 deaths were reported across the country, as per the latest data updated at 8 am today (8 May) by the Health Ministry.
According to the Health Ministry data, the confirmed cases of Covid-19 include 56,231 Indians and 111 foreign nationals.
India has reported 3,390 Covid-19 positive cases in the past 24 hours.
Additionally, the total number of discharged/cured patients has risen to 16,539, while one patient has reportedly migrated to Singapore as per the latest data.
The total number of active cases across the country stands at 37,916 at the time of writing this report.
Here’s the latest state-wise breakup: