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The deserted Sadar Bazar wholesale market in New Delhi Source: AAP

British health officials are investigating India's new variant, but say there isn't enough evidence yet to warrant serious concern.

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British health officials are investigating India's new variant, but say there isn't enough evidence yet to warrant serious concern.

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