The health ministry has warned states and Union Territories about the indications of a fresh surge powered by Omicron, which is found to be at least three times more transmissible than the Delta variant. In a letter to states and Union Territories, the Centre has asked local authorities to bring back restrictions including night curfews, strict restrictions on large gatherings, curtail numbers in marriages and funerals, restrict numbers in offices and public transport. Stay with TOI for all latest updates –