AGARTALA / NEW DELHI, April 10 (TIWN): India’s COVID-19 tally neared the 6500 mark on Friday as more states confirmed positive cases and fatalities from the deadly virus.

The Union Home Ministry's latest update said 199 people have died across the country with a total of 6412 positive cases so far. Out of 6412 cases, 5709 are active cases, while 503 people have been cured or discharged. In the last 24 hours, the total cases have risen by 678.

PM Modi will meet all CMs reportedly tomorrow to discuss on further steps should be taken.

With no respite from the rising number of corona cases across India, it is highly likely that PM Modi may extend lockdown measures across India.