Including Singapore and Hong Kong, COVID-19 Cases Rise in Asia, India Remains Vigilant with Only 257 Mild Cases. As parts of Asia, face a resurgence in COVID-19 cases, India has stepped up vigilance. However, according to the Union Health Ministry, the current COVID-19 situation in India is under control, with only 257 active cases as of May 19, 2025, all classified as mild and not requiring hospitalization.