The first case of XE variant coronavirus disease (Covid-19) in India was reported from Mumbai on Wednesday. A cross between two Omicron strains BA.1 and BA.2 was found in a 50-year-old woman who arrived in the city from South Africa in February, a Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) said in a statement. The asymptomatic patient had no comorbidities and was quarantined after being diagnosed almost a month later in March, BMC said.

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However, official sources told ANI that current evidence did not suggest that it was a "XE" variant of Covid-19. "The FastQ files on the sample, called the 'XE' variant, were examined in detail by INSACOG genomic experts, who stated that the genomic constitution of this variant had nothing to do with the genomic picture of the 'XE' variant," the source said.

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Variant XE also occurs in Thailand and New Zealand. The WHO says more data is needed than more can be said about the mutation.

It states: “The first calculations show a 10% increase in community growth compared to BA.2.

There is no evidence XE is any more serious in disease severity, with all Omicron variants so far shown to be less severe.

There is no evidence that XE is worse in terms of disease severity, with all Omicron variants currently proving to be less severe.

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What are the symptoms of Omicron XE?

The symptoms can be mild for some and they can be severe for others. The newest variant spreads rapidly. 

The symptoms and severity of Covid-19 virus depend on each person, depending on the vaccination status and resistance acquired from previous infections.

Some of the symptoms to look out for include fever, sore throat, itchy throat, cough and cold, skin irritation and discoloration, gastrointestinal problems and more.

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Some of the symptoms of a serious illness are heart disease, palpitations, and sometimes the virus can cause serious vascular disease.

Fatigue and dizziness are some of the first symptoms, followed by headaches, sore throats, muscle aches and fever.

But the most common symptoms of coronavirus, such as loss of smell and taste, are rarely reported in people with the new Omicron variant.