Can Latest Covid Variant Impact Indian Economy?

A new Covid-19 strain, JN.1, originating from the Omicron variant, raises fresh concerns in India. Derived from the highly mutated BA.2.86 variant, nicknamed Pirola, it's a 'variant of interest,' as per WHO. The government issues an alert, emphasizing no clustering of JN.1 cases. WHO separates it from BA.2.86. Health Ministry data reveals 92.8% home isolation, indicating mild illness. As Covid resurfaces, concerns linger on its impact on markets and the Indian economy. Business Today TV’s Managing Editor Siddharth Zarabi Spoke To Dr Rajeev Jayadevan, Co-Chairman, National IMA COVID Task Force and Indranil Pan, Chief Economist, YES Bank.