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What is H5N1 virus and why has its spread caused pandemic-like fears

Fears about a fresh pandemic has now risen as the H5N1 virus is reportedly spreading across all 50 states.

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Published on May 02, 2025 07:35 AM IST

ByShrey Banerjee

Who was Michael Gloss? Top CIA official's son killed while fighting for Russia

A CIA spokesperson claimed Friday that the son of a top official in the agency passed away last year in April “while fighting in the conflict in Ukraine.”

Michael Gloss, the son of CIA deputy director for digital innovation Juliane Gallina, lost his life last year, the spokeswoman stated, after a Russian news site stated that the 21-year-old American had enlisted in Russia's military.(X@MarinaMedvin)

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Updated on Apr 26, 2025 08:57 PM IST

ByShweta Kukreti

Resetting the rules of the global trade regime

A handful of countries should not be allowed to hold multilateral negotiations to ransom. WTO decisions could be based on voting rather than on consensus

Countries that weaponise their trade relationships should face immediate and effective sanctions from the global body (AFP)

opinion

Published on Apr 21, 2025 07:20 PM IST

ByPramit Bhattacharya

Ultimate guide to managing genital herpes: What works and what doesn’t

Here's why genital herpes keeps coming back and expert tips on how to stop it.

Genital herpes, caused by the herpes simplex virus, is highly recurrent, especially during stress.

lifestyle

Updated on Apr 04, 2025 07:41 PM IST

ByZarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi

UK unveils watch list of 24 pathogen families for public health preparedness

The UK Health Security Agency aims to direct research efforts and expedite vaccine development for viruses like Covid-19, bird flu, and Ebola

Pathogen families on the list include coronaviridae, which includes Covid-19.(Unsplash/representative )

world news

Published on Mar 25, 2025 06:26 PM IST

AFP |

OnlyFans star who slept with 1,000 men in a day targets students on spring break

Adult star Bonnie Blue, known for provocative stunts, aims to create content with US college students during Cancun spring break.

Bonnie Blue plans to livestream provocative encounters while partying with US college students.(Instagram/bonnie_blue_xox)

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Updated on Mar 12, 2025 01:45 PM IST

ByMuskaan Sharma

‘Indian bosses are a**holes’: Man shreds wife’s manager for making her cry

A post shared on Reddit by a man has prompted sympathetic remarks from social media users. The man launched a rant against “Indian bosses.”

In his Reddit post, the man expressed his anger against Indian bosses. (ChatGPT)

trending

Updated on Mar 08, 2025 10:02 PM IST

ByHT Trending Desk

Shots fired: Fighting a pandemic in a post-truth world, by Binayak Dasgupta

We have emerged with unprecedented tools to battle disease, but unprecedented resistance to using them. This is the central paradox of the post-Covid era.

lifestyle

Updated on Mar 07, 2025 06:44 PM IST

ByBinayak Dasgupta

Guillain-Barré Syndrome: How genomics could help detect GBS before it's too late

Doctors warn, Guillain-Barré Syndrome can strike after the flu. Here’s what you need to know to detect GBS before it is too late.

Guillain-Barré Syndrome: The hidden danger lurking behind common infections.(Image by KLEAVIA)

lifestyle

Updated on Mar 03, 2025 05:26 PM IST

ByZarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi

Guillain-Barré Syndrome spike: Foods you must avoid to stay safe

Think twice before eating these popular comfort foods as they could put you at a risk for Guillain-Barré Syndrome!

Guillain-Barré Syndrome: The Frightening Illness Linked to Your Favourite Foods.(Photo by RDNE Stock)

lifestyle

Updated on Feb 17, 2025 05:20 PM IST

ByZarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi

Maharashtra reports 207 GBS cases, death toll remains at 8

Maharashtra reports 207 suspected and confirmed cases of Gullain-Barre Syndrome (GBS), including 180 confirmed cases, with 20 on ventilator support.

Two instances were found, bringing the total number of suspected and confirmed Gullain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) cases in Maharashtra to 207, according to a health official.(PTI)

india news

Published on Feb 15, 2025 10:22 AM IST

PTI |

Some species are susceptible to broad range of viruses: Study

In the study - by the University of Exeter - 35 fruit fly species were exposed to 11 different viruses of diverse types.

Fly species that were less affected by a certain virus also tended to respond well to related viruses.(AP/File)

lifestyle

Updated on Feb 08, 2025 01:17 PM IST

ANI | | Posted by Tapatrisha Das, England

Pune: 36-year old man's death linked to Guillain-Barré Syndrome

A 36-year-old man with Guillain-Barré Syndrome died in a Pune hospital, marking the third suspected GBS death in Maharashtra

The number of suspected GBS fatalities in Maharashtra now stands at three, according to officials, after a 36-year-old man with Guillain-Barré Syndrome, a rare neurological illness, passed away in a civic-run hospital in the Pune district on Friday.(HT Photo/representative)

india news

Published on Jan 31, 2025 01:11 PM IST

PTI |

Maharashtra: Guillain-Barre syndrome case tally reaches 130

The number of suspected Guillain-Barre Syndrome cases in Pune and nearby Maharashtra has reached 130, with two reported deaths

The GBS cases have been reported in Pune and some other districts of Maharashtra(Unsplash/representative)

india news

Published on Jan 31, 2025 10:27 AM IST

PTI |

HMPV cases in northern China declining, says country's health official

The human metapneumovirus (HMPV) is a common respiratory virus that typically causes mild cold-like symptoms.

Wang Liping, second left, a researcher for the Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention speaks during a press briefing in Beijing, Sunday, Jan. 12, 2025.(AP)

world news

Published on Jan 12, 2025 05:58 PM IST

ByHT News Desk

HMPV cases in India: Understanding its lesser-known impact on eye health

HMPV cases in India: From pink eye to keratitis, know the HMPV-related eye conditions.

lifestyle

Updated on Jan 09, 2025 07:58 PM IST

ByTapatrisha Das

What you need to know about HMPV

Common symptoms of HMPV include coughing, fever and a blocked nose - very similar to many types of cold and flu.

lifestyle

Published on Jan 09, 2025 01:30 PM IST

AFP | | Posted by Tapatrisha Das

Virgo Daily Horoscope Today, January 09, 2025 predicts good news coming soon

Virgo Daily Horoscope Today, January 09, 2025 to know your astrological predictions. Keep arguments out of the love relationship.

Virgo Daily Horoscope Today, January 9, 2025: A happy romantic life along with a productive professional schedule is the takeaway of the day.

astrology

Published on Jan 09, 2025 04:05 AM IST

ByDr J.N Pandey

HMPV vs Covid-19: Understanding the key differences and dangers

As India logs 5 cases of HMPV, here's all you need to know about how human metapneumovirus is different from Covid-19 and warning signs to watch out for.

Schools in China closed as HMPV infections surge; WHO demands detailed information on outbreak.(Photo by X/COVID19_disease)

lifestyle

Updated on Jan 07, 2025 01:13 PM IST

ByZarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi

France confirms first mpox variant case linked to Central Africa contacts

France reports its first case of the new mpox variant, identified in a woman in Brittany. She had contact with individuals returning from Central Africa.

The first instance of the novel mpox variant has been found in France(REUTERS/representative)

world news

Published on Jan 07, 2025 11:03 AM IST

Reuters |

HMPV cases in India: What is it and how does it spread? Know symptoms

Three cases of HMPV virus have been detected in India. Know the symptoms, mode of transmission and severity of this virus.

The doctor mentioned that for most adults, HMPV can have mild symptoms.(Unsplash)

lifestyle

Updated on Jan 06, 2025 09:40 PM IST

ByTapatrisha Das

Indian markets plunge over 1.5% amid HMPV fears and weak rupee

Indian equity markets fell over 1.5% on Monday, driven by global cues, a weak rupee, and fears over the HMPV outbreak.

The global cues, the decline in the Indian rupee, and the discovery of human metapneumovirus (HMPV) in India all had measurable effects on Monday's trading session, which saw the equity benchmarks drop more than 1.5 percent.(Pixabay/Representative)

business

Published on Jan 06, 2025 05:55 PM IST

ANI |

Arvind Kejriwal urges Centre to act on HMPV virus amid concerns

Arvind Kejriwal urged the Indian government to act swiftly against the HMPV virus outbreak, citing COVID-19 lessons.

Arvind Kejriwal, national convener for the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), expressed alarm over the HMPV virus epidemic on Monday and urged the Centre to act quickly.(Ishant/ANI photo)

india news

Published on Jan 06, 2025 03:25 PM IST

ANI |

HMPV case confirmed in Gujarat; infected child stable, say civic officials

The total official tally of HMPV cases in India has now gone up to three, with two other confirmed cases being reported in Karnataka earlier today.

A child has been detected with HMPV infection at private hospital in Gujarat's Ahmedabad. (Pixabay/Representative)

india news

Updated on Jan 06, 2025 05:41 PM IST

ByHT News Desk

HMPV virus in India: Precautions you need to follow

The virus is most common in winter and early spring, spreading through direct contact with infected people or contaminated surfaces.

Rising concerns over HMPV infections lead to safety guidelines across India. (Representational picture)

india news

Updated on Jan 06, 2025 07:41 PM IST

ByHT News Desk

HMPV virus case India: Delhi issues guidelines after two cases in Karnataka

The Delhi government said there was no major increase in breathing problems in the city as of January 2.

HMPV, first identified in 2001 by researchers in the Netherlands, is a significant cause of acute respiratory infections, according to the American Lung Association(HT File)

india news

Updated on Jan 06, 2025 01:50 PM IST

ByHT News Desk

HMPV virus cases: Health ministry confirms two Karnataka infants tested positive

Two infants in Karnataka diagnosed with the HMPV virus, the health ministry confirmed on Monday.

These cases were identified through the ICMR's routine surveillance for various respiratory viruses.(Representational image)

india news

Updated on Jan 06, 2025 02:23 PM IST

ByHT News Desk

What is HMPV virus and what are its symptoms? Details here

HMPV virus symptoms: It can lead to mild flu-like symptoms but poses greater risks to children and the elderly, prompting health officials to advise caution.

HMPV is a respiratory virus that typically causes mild to moderate flu-like symptoms.(Representational)

world news

Updated on Jan 07, 2025 04:04 AM IST

ByHT News Desk

‘India well-prepared’: On HMPV, govt says situation in China is not unusual

In view of the reports of the respiratory illness cases rising in China, the health ministry and DGHS held a joint monitoring group (JMG) meeting on Saturday.

The health ministry said that the health systems and surveillance networks remain vigilant.(Representative/Getty Images)

india news

Updated on Jan 05, 2025 07:07 AM IST

ByHT News Desk

Kerala health minister says no need to panic over HMPV in China

In a Facebook post, George said there have been no reports so far about any virus found in China that could become pandemic or spread rapidly to other regions.

Kerala Health Minister Veena George stated that the state government is keeping a careful eye on news reports on the widespread viral fever and respiratory illness outbreak in China.(PTI file photo)

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Published on Jan 04, 2025 05:01 PM IST

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Fears about a fresh pandemic has now risen as the H5N1 virus is reportedly spreading across all 50 states.

A CIA spokesperson claimed Friday that the son of a top official in the agency passed away last year in April “while fighting in the conflict in Ukraine.”

A handful of countries should not be allowed to hold multilateral negotiations to ransom. WTO decisions could be based on voting rather than on consensus

Here's why genital herpes keeps coming back and expert tips on how to stop it.

The UK Health Security Agency aims to direct research efforts and expedite vaccine development for viruses like Covid-19, bird flu, and Ebola

Adult star Bonnie Blue, known for provocative stunts, aims to create content with US college students during Cancun spring break.

A post shared on Reddit by a man has prompted sympathetic remarks from social media users. The man launched a rant against “Indian bosses.”

We have emerged with unprecedented tools to battle disease, but unprecedented resistance to using them. This is the central paradox of the post-Covid era.

Doctors warn, Guillain-Barré Syndrome can strike after the flu. Here’s what you need to know to detect GBS before it is too late.

Think twice before eating these popular comfort foods as they could put you at a risk for Guillain-Barré Syndrome!

Maharashtra reports 207 suspected and confirmed cases of Gullain-Barre Syndrome (GBS), including 180 confirmed cases, with 20 on ventilator support.

In the study - by the University of Exeter - 35 fruit fly species were exposed to 11 different viruses of diverse types.

A 36-year-old man with Guillain-Barré Syndrome died in a Pune hospital, marking the third suspected GBS death in Maharashtra

The number of suspected Guillain-Barre Syndrome cases in Pune and nearby Maharashtra has reached 130, with two reported deaths

The human metapneumovirus (HMPV) is a common respiratory virus that typically causes mild cold-like symptoms.

HMPV cases in India: From pink eye to keratitis, know the HMPV-related eye conditions.

Common symptoms of HMPV include coughing, fever and a blocked nose - very similar to many types of cold and flu.

Virgo Daily Horoscope Today, January 09, 2025 to know your astrological predictions. Keep arguments out of the love relationship.

As India logs 5 cases of HMPV, here's all you need to know about how human metapneumovirus is different from Covid-19 and warning signs to watch out for.

France reports its first case of the new mpox variant, identified in a woman in Brittany. She had contact with individuals returning from Central Africa.

Three cases of HMPV virus have been detected in India. Know the symptoms, mode of transmission and severity of this virus.

Indian equity markets fell over 1.5% on Monday, driven by global cues, a weak rupee, and fears over the HMPV outbreak.

Arvind Kejriwal urged the Indian government to act swiftly against the HMPV virus outbreak, citing COVID-19 lessons.

The total official tally of HMPV cases in India has now gone up to three, with two other confirmed cases being reported in Karnataka earlier today.

The virus is most common in winter and early spring, spreading through direct contact with infected people or contaminated surfaces.

The Delhi government said there was no major increase in breathing problems in the city as of January 2.

Two infants in Karnataka diagnosed with the HMPV virus, the health ministry confirmed on Monday.

HMPV virus symptoms: It can lead to mild flu-like symptoms but poses greater risks to children and the elderly, prompting health officials to advise caution.

In view of the reports of the respiratory illness cases rising in China, the health ministry and DGHS held a joint monitoring group (JMG) meeting on Saturday.

In a Facebook post, George said there have been no reports so far about any virus found in China that could become pandemic or spread rapidly to other regions.

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