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United States imports eggs from Korea, Turkey to help ease prices

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Published on Mar 22, 2025 12:24 AM IST

AFP |

Eggs have become so expensive that Americans are smuggling them from Mexico

Smuggling of eggs is considered illegal in some countries as eggs which have not been formally inspected can spread diseases.

Egg interceptions have risen 36% across the US so far this fiscal year, accordin to the US Customs and Border Protection.(Reuters)

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Published on Mar 16, 2025 10:21 AM IST

ByHT News Desk

Karnataka bars poultry vehicles from entering as neighbouring states report bird flu cases

Karnataka has imposed a high alert in its border districts — Belagavi, Bidar, Ballari, and Raichur, officials familiar with the matter said

Maharashtra’s Kolhapur and Latur districts, which share a border with Belagavi and Bidar, and the regions adjoining Telangana and Andhra Pradesh near Ballari and Raichur, have reported a rise in bird flu cases. (ANI)

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Published on Feb 20, 2025 06:40 AM IST

ByHirekop Rajan Samuel, Belagavi

Live poultry markets ordered shut in New York City because of avian flu outbreak

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Published on Feb 08, 2025 01:28 AM IST

AP |

Nagpur: 3 tigers died of avian flu possibly after eating chicken, says minister

3 tigers, leopard died of avian flu in Nagpur possibly after eating chicken: Minister

A veterinary team of Maharajbagh Zoo sanitises the cages of tigers and leopards as a precaution against H5N1 virus, in Nagpur, Tuesday, Jan 7, 2025. Three tigers and a leopard died of H5N1 virus at an animal rescue centre in Nagpur recently. (PTI)

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Updated on Jan 09, 2025 10:48 AM IST

PTI |

Human bird flu cases in California may be undercounted as workers resist testing

HEALTH-BIRDFLU/FARMWORKERS (PIX):Human bird flu cases in California may be undercounted as workers resist testing

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Published on Oct 24, 2024 08:56 PM IST

Reuters |

Avian Flu threat grows: Second human case confirmed in U.S., first in Texas

Texas reports first case of highly pathogenic Avian Flu in humans, CDC assures safety of dairy products

Officials of the wildlife wing of Himachal Pradesh’s forest department collecting samples of the dead migratory birds at the Pong Dam wetland in January when the avian flu outbreak claimed the lives of more than 5,000 birds. (HT file photo)

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Published on Apr 02, 2024 08:40 AM IST

ByAditi Srivastava

Avian flu found in Mammals raise concerns in US states; all you need to know

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) confirmed that Washington, Kentucky and Montana have reported bird flu cases in mammals this year.

In the US, avian flu has been common among wild birds, particularly poultry, with over 82 million animals affected in 48 states.(AP)

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Updated on Mar 10, 2024 06:48 PM IST

ByHT News Desk

Avian flu wreaks havoc in California, poultry industry takes an existential hit

Avian flu is back at it, and once again it's taken a toll on the ‘Egg Basket of the World’. Experts advise Californian farm owners to take adequate measures.

A picture from the Sunrise Farms processing plant in Petaluma, California. Commercial poultry industry suffers from the consequences of avian influenza. (AP)

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Published on Jan 27, 2024 10:13 PM IST

ByAshima Grover

Hundreds of swans found dead in Kazakhstan's nature reserve

The nature reserve is based around Lake Karakol, near the shores of the Caspian Sea, and is home to a variety of rare and endangered species.

The birds may have died from avian flu, the ministry said, adding that specialists had been dispatched to the site to investigate. (Representational) (HT Photo)

environment

Published on Jan 09, 2024 10:56 PM IST

AFP |

Brazil confirms first ever avian flu cases in wild birds: What this means

Avian Flu: The avian influenza virus can kill entire flocks of birds and cause losses for the farming sector.

Avian Flu: The avian flu season traditionally begins each October as migratory birds shed infected droppings or saliva while leaving cool areas of the Northern Hemisphere.(AP)

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Published on May 16, 2023 06:31 AM IST

Reuters |

Can bird flu turn deadly? Know symptoms of severe disease

Bird flu or H5N1 influenza virus rarely infects humans but has high fatality rates. All you want to know about the severe symptoms of the disease in humans.

Bird flu or A(H5N1) virus is not found to be spread from person to person and its transmission from birds to humans is also rare(Shutterstock)

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Published on Mar 31, 2023 06:26 PM IST

ByParmita Uniyal, New Delhi

Flu experts meet over H5N1 threat to humans amid record bird deaths globally

The group of scientists, regulators and vaccine manufacturers meets twice a year to decide which strain of seasonal flu to include in the vaccine for the upcoming winter season.

Experts have been tracking H5N1 clade 2.3.4.4b since it emerged in 2020. (File/Reuters)

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Published on Feb 24, 2023 12:14 PM IST

Reuters | | Posted by Ritu Maria Johny

Fresh bird flu cases reported in Kerala's Kottayam, culling to begin today

A similar exercise was carried out in Alapuzha district of Kerala when bird flu cases were confirmed last week. Bird flu, also known as Avian Flu, is a variety of influenza caused by an airborne virus in birds.

A file photo of health workers preparing to light a fire after culling ducks following the detection of bird flu among domestic birds in Alapuzha district of Kerala. (AP Photo)

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Published on Dec 15, 2021 09:04 AM IST

Byhindustantimes.com | Written by Amit Chaturvedi, Hindustan Times, New Delhi

First possible human infection of bird flu in India: What we know so far

Bird flu is deadlier than Covid-19 as its mortality rate is 60% in comparison with Covid's 3% mortality rate. The last human infection of bird flu in the world, according to WHO, was reported in October 2020, in Laos. China reported first human infection of bird flu in June this year.

Several states reported a sudden outbreak of bird flu cases in January this year. (HT Photo)

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Published on Jul 21, 2021 10:29 AM IST

Byhindustantimes.com | Written by Poulomi Ghosh

All you need to know about first human case of H10N3 bird flu in China

The NHC said that H10N3 is a low pathogenic, or relatively less severe, strain of the virus in poultry and the risk of it spreading on a large scale was very low.

The Chinese government says a 41-year-old man has contracted what might be the world’s first human case of the H10N3 strain of bird flu, but the risk of large-scale spread is low.(AP Photo)

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Published on Jun 01, 2021 06:32 PM IST

Byhindustantimes.com | Written by Susmita Pakrasi, Hindustan Times, New Delhi

Second wave of bird flu kills hundred birds in Himachal Pradesh

Bird flu had first been confirmed among migratory water-birds at Pong Dam Lake Wildlife Sanctuary in early January that left around 5,000 birds dead in a month.

This strain is different from the previous outbreak, when H5N1 had been detected among the migratory birds, she said adding that both these strains are highly pathogenic.(PTI)

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Updated on Apr 06, 2021 11:02 PM IST

PTI | , Shimla

Bird flu confirmed in Maharashtra’s Palghar, says deputy collector

Bird flu has been confirmed in Palghar, Maharashtra, on Wednesday, after 45 chickens died on Wednesday at a poultry farm

On Sunday, the state had reported deaths of 381 birds amid an avian influenza scare. (HT Photo)

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Published on Feb 24, 2021 06:28 PM IST

Byhindustantimes.com | Edited by Ayshee Bhaduri, Hindustan Times, New Delhi

Explained: What is H5N8? Strain of bird flu virus 1st to infect humans in Russia

Seven workers at a poultry plant in Russia's south were infected with the H5N8 strain after an outbreak in birds in December last year.

Culling of birds was done to prevent the spread of bird flu as H5N8 virus was reported in two districts of Kerala Alapuzha and Kottayam, in Alapuzha district in January. (ANI Photo )

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Published on Feb 21, 2021 11:33 AM IST

Byhindustantimes.com | Written by Kanishka Sarkar, Hindustan Times, New Delhi

All you need to know about H5N8 strain of avian flu

The H5N8 is a sub-type of the Influenza A virus that causes flu-like symptoms in birds and mammals. Before Russia reported its first case of human transmission H5N8 was largely believed to be restricted to birds and poultry.

People got suspicious two days ago when chickens started dying in two farms in Kodiyathur and Vengeri villages prompting authorities to send samples to the National Institute of High Security Animal Diseases in Bhopal which confirmed the presence of avian flu, officials said. (Image used for representation).(FILE PHOTO.)

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Published on Feb 20, 2021 10:33 PM IST

Byhindustantimes.com | Edited by Ayshee Bhaduri, Hindustan Times, New Delhi

Russia says detected first case of H5N8 avian flu in humans

"Information about the world's first case of transmission of the avian flu (H5N8) to humans has already been sent to the World Health Organization," the head of Russia's health watchdog Rospotrebnadzor, Anna Popova, said in televised remarks.

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Updated on Feb 20, 2021 08:05 PM IST

AFP | Byhindustantimes.com

9 states have bird flu in poultry, 12 in migratory birds, says govt

“Till 24th January, 2021 outbreaks of Avian Influenza have been confirmed in 9 states for poultry birds and in 12 states for Crow/Migratory/Wild birds,” the ministry of animal husbandry said.

Jalandhar: Chickens inside a cage at a poultry farm, in Jalandhar, Friday, Jan. 15, 2021. Amid bird flu scare, four samples of heron have been sent from a Jalandhar-based lab to Bhopal for confirmation. (PTI Photo)(PTI01_15_2021_000085B)(PTI)

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Published on Jan 24, 2021 07:34 PM IST

Byhindustantimes.com

Central government confirms bird flu infections in poultry birds in 9 states

"Till January 23, 2021 outbreaks of Avian Influenza (bird flu) have been confirmed in 9 States for poultry birds and in 12 states for Crow/Migratory/ Wild birds," informed the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying.

Control and Containment Operations (Cleaning and Disinfection) are going on in the affected epicenters of Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Uttarakhand and Kerala.(HT Photo)

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Published on Jan 23, 2021 06:45 PM IST

ANI | , New Delhi

From J-K to Kerala, bird flu spreads to 13 Indian states, union territories

The outbreak, gripping the length of the country, has been detected in 13 states - Kerala, Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, Uttarakhand, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Rajasthan, Jammu and Kashmir, Delhi and Himachal Pradesh.

A horticulture team member catches a goose for medication, following reports of bird flu cases, at Sanjay Lake in New Delhi, Monday, Jan. 11, 2021. (PTI)

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Updated on Jan 22, 2021 07:52 PM IST

Byhindustantimes.com | Written by Arpan Rai

Bird flu: Red Fort shut till January 26 after sample of dead crow tests positive

The Delhi government’s animal husbandry department said around 15 crows were found dead on the premises of the Red Fort last week after which their samples were sent to Northern Regional Disease Diagnostic Laboratory in Jalandhar, Punjab.

Following the letter from Delhi government’s animal husbandry unit, the Archeological Survey of India issued an order to keep Red Fort shut for visitors till Thursday (January 21).(PTI)

cities

Published on Jan 20, 2021 02:21 AM IST

BySweta Goswami, New Delhi

Delhi zoo reports first bird flu death, doubles down on safety measures

Environment ministry officials confirmed that with the positive case at Delhi zoo, safety protocol at the premises had been intensified. The only solace this time, as compared to the last avian flu breakout at the zoo in 2016, is that this time the zoo is already closed for the general public.

In a statement issued, the ministry also said that the zoo authorities have been directed to use disinfectant spray of lime juice.(HT/File Photo)

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Published on Jan 17, 2021 12:11 AM IST

BySoumya Pillai, New Delhi

Poultry sale resumes after brief pause, traders say demand low

On Friday, the Ghazipur wholesale poultry market opened after being temporarily shut since last Sunday as a preventive measure against bird flu. Traders, however, expressed concerns over declined demand, with a large section of people apparently avoiding consumption of chicken.

Vendors at Ghazipur poultry market organise their stock on Friday( Raj K Raj/HT PHOTO)

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Published on Jan 16, 2021 05:09 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, New Delhi

Bird flu outbreak confirmed in 10 states so far: Govt

States have been asked to build awareness among the public and avoid the spread of misinformation.

The Centre has also directed states to maintain adequate stock of PPE kits and accessories required for culling operations.(PTI)

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Published on Jan 11, 2021 05:55 PM IST

PTI | , New Delhi

News updates from Hindustan Times: BJP will return to power in Assam, says Nadda

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Bharatiya Janata Party president Jagat Prakash Nadda, who is is Assam, said on Monday that the party has always given due recognition to the state's culture, language and identity

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Published on Jan 11, 2021 05:07 PM IST

Byhindustantimes.com

Bird flu: Lucknow zoo shuts bird enclosures for visitors as precaution

No outside vehicle is allowed on the campus and visitors have to use hand sanitisers before entering.

Food served to the animals is disinfected and also the keepers have been asked to keep a watch on the behaviour of birds and report any change(HT/File Photo)

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Published on Jan 11, 2021 03:43 PM IST

Reported by HT Correspondent

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United States imports eggs from Korea, Turkey to help ease prices

Smuggling of eggs is considered illegal in some countries as eggs which have not been formally inspected can spread diseases.

Karnataka has imposed a high alert in its border districts — Belagavi, Bidar, Ballari, and Raichur, officials familiar with the matter said

Live poultry markets ordered shut in New York City because of avian flu outbreak

3 tigers, leopard died of avian flu in Nagpur possibly after eating chicken: Minister

HEALTH-BIRDFLU/FARMWORKERS (PIX):Human bird flu cases in California may be undercounted as workers resist testing

Texas reports first case of highly pathogenic Avian Flu in humans, CDC assures safety of dairy products

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) confirmed that Washington, Kentucky and Montana have reported bird flu cases in mammals this year.

Avian flu is back at it, and once again it's taken a toll on the ‘Egg Basket of the World’. Experts advise Californian farm owners to take adequate measures.

The nature reserve is based around Lake Karakol, near the shores of the Caspian Sea, and is home to a variety of rare and endangered species.

Avian Flu: The avian influenza virus can kill entire flocks of birds and cause losses for the farming sector.

Bird flu or H5N1 influenza virus rarely infects humans but has high fatality rates. All you want to know about the severe symptoms of the disease in humans.

The group of scientists, regulators and vaccine manufacturers meets twice a year to decide which strain of seasonal flu to include in the vaccine for the upcoming winter season.

A similar exercise was carried out in Alapuzha district of Kerala when bird flu cases were confirmed last week. Bird flu, also known as Avian Flu, is a variety of influenza caused by an airborne virus in birds.

Bird flu is deadlier than Covid-19 as its mortality rate is 60% in comparison with Covid's 3% mortality rate. The last human infection of bird flu in the world, according to WHO, was reported in October 2020, in Laos. China reported first human infection of bird flu in June this year.

The NHC said that H10N3 is a low pathogenic, or relatively less severe, strain of the virus in poultry and the risk of it spreading on a large scale was very low.

Bird flu had first been confirmed among migratory water-birds at Pong Dam Lake Wildlife Sanctuary in early January that left around 5,000 birds dead in a month.

Bird flu has been confirmed in Palghar, Maharashtra, on Wednesday, after 45 chickens died on Wednesday at a poultry farm

Seven workers at a poultry plant in Russia's south were infected with the H5N8 strain after an outbreak in birds in December last year.

The H5N8 is a sub-type of the Influenza A virus that causes flu-like symptoms in birds and mammals. Before Russia reported its first case of human transmission H5N8 was largely believed to be restricted to birds and poultry.

"Information about the world's first case of transmission of the avian flu (H5N8) to humans has already been sent to the World Health Organization," the head of Russia's health watchdog Rospotrebnadzor, Anna Popova, said in televised remarks.

“Till 24th January, 2021 outbreaks of Avian Influenza have been confirmed in 9 states for poultry birds and in 12 states for Crow/Migratory/Wild birds,” the ministry of animal husbandry said.

"Till January 23, 2021 outbreaks of Avian Influenza (bird flu) have been confirmed in 9 States for poultry birds and in 12 states for Crow/Migratory/ Wild birds," informed the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying.

The outbreak, gripping the length of the country, has been detected in 13 states - Kerala, Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, Uttarakhand, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Rajasthan, Jammu and Kashmir, Delhi and Himachal Pradesh.

The Delhi government’s animal husbandry department said around 15 crows were found dead on the premises of the Red Fort last week after which their samples were sent to Northern Regional Disease Diagnostic Laboratory in Jalandhar, Punjab.

Environment ministry officials confirmed that with the positive case at Delhi zoo, safety protocol at the premises had been intensified. The only solace this time, as compared to the last avian flu breakout at the zoo in 2016, is that this time the zoo is already closed for the general public.

On Friday, the Ghazipur wholesale poultry market opened after being temporarily shut since last Sunday as a preventive measure against bird flu. Traders, however, expressed concerns over declined demand, with a large section of people apparently avoiding consumption of chicken.

States have been asked to build awareness among the public and avoid the spread of misinformation.

Here are today’s top news, analysis, and opinion. Know all about the latest news and other news updates from Hindustan Times.

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