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Instead of Fining Him, Sikkim Cops Did THIS to a Wrongly Parked Bike - The Internet Is in Love

A small moment from Sikkim is quietly stealing the internet’s heart. No drama, no scolding, no fine. Just two police officers doing something unexpectedly kind. A bike was parked where it shouldn’t have been, blocking the road. Instead of waiting around to write a challan, they simply picked it up…

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What is Nipah virus? And what makes it so deadly?

An outbreak of the deadly Nipah virus in India has put many countries in Asia on high alert, given the fatality rate in humans can be between 40% and 75%. Several countries, including Thailand, Malaysia and Singapore, have introduced new screening and testing measures, after at least two people died…

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Doctor Issues Warning After Incurable Virus Outbreak Causes COVID-Style Restrictions At Airports

An incurable virus outbreak in India’s West Bengal has sparked regional concern, with Asian countries implementing COVID-like airport screenings.

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Nipah Virus in India: Symptoms and Alert Guide

A dangerous virus that spreads from animals to humans, has a high death rate, and currently has no vaccine available. Health authorities are informing people to stay alert and cautious. Nipah virus is rare but it needs full attention as it spreads through close contacts. It is moving quickly to…

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Nipah virus: What it is, where it is found and how it spreads

India is moving quickly to contain a Nipah virus outbreak in the eastern state of West Bengal after two cases were confirmed by the federal health ministry.

The Independent UK

Why Indian Brides Never Skip These Bangles: 8 Regional Traditions Explained

In India, bangles are much more than mere ornaments. They hold cultural significance, spiritual blessings, and centuries of tradition. Worn during weddings, festivals, and daily rituals, bangles reflect a woman’s identity and her life journey. Each region of India has unique bangle styles, materials, and designs, from ivory and gold…

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Mamata Banerjee Calls for Supreme Court-Monitored Probe into Ajit Pawar Plane Crash Death

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday demanded a Supreme Court-monitored investigation into the death of Maharashtra deputy chief minister and NCP leader Ajit Pawar, who was killed in a plane crash in Baramati. Raising serious political questions, Banerjee suggested that the incident may be linked to Pawar’s recent…

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Arijit Singh Love Story: First Marriage, Second Wife & Kids

Almost everyone in India knows the most mesmerising singer Arjit Singh. In fact, there may be few individuals hasn't enjoyed his voice at least once. However, Arjit Singh is one of those rare celebrities who make sure that his private life remains private. A lot of us may not know…

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Indian authorities provide Nipah virus update as number of people in quarantine doubles

Data shows only two confirmed infections reported since December

The Independent UK

Asian countries ramp up health screenings as India confirms Nipah cases

Nipah is a zoonotic virus first identified during a 1990s outbreak in Malaysia

The Independent UK

Thailand screens 1,700 passengers for Nipah virus after India outbreak

Public health ministry says screening focused on passengers from India’s West Bengal

The Independent UK

‘Next pandemic’ virus fears trigger Covid-style screenings at airports

There are at least five recorded cases of the Nipah virus so far in West Bengal, India

Evening Standard

Why Aren't We Talking About A Virus With Up To 90% Fatality Rate? Inside The Nipah Outbreak Asia Missed

Taiwan officially classifies Nipah virus—which kills 80–91% of infected people—as a Category 5 notifiable disease following India's outbreak, raising critical questions about media silence surrounding a pathogen deadlier than COVID-19.

International Business Times UK

How Deadly Is The Nipah Virus Outbreak? Grim Scenarios Could Be Worse Than The Covid Pandemic

Deadly Nipah virus outbreak in West Bengal infects five, 100 quarantined; experts warn its 75% fatality rate poses a greater threat than COVID-19.

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Deadly Nipah Virus Outbreak Has No Vaccine as Doctors Warn of Extreme Lethality

Doctors warn a Nipah virus outbreak in eastern India has no vaccine or treatment, as cases are traced and health officials stress extreme lethality.

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From Kamakhya to Kalighat: Where Goddess Kali Tests Courage, Not Comfort

Goddess Kali is worshipped for truth, not comfort. Across India, her temples rise at places where fear begins to dissolve and awareness slowly awakens. These sacred spaces are more than religious landmarks. They are emotional sanctuaries where devotees face ego, loss, courage, and surrender with honesty. Based on ancient scriptures…

The Independent UK

Bats at Indian zoo being tested for Nipah virus as authorities rush to contain infection

Many airports in Asia have begun Covid-style screening after the Nipah virus outbreak in India

The Independent UK

Airports across Asia reintroduce Covid-style health checks after outbreak of deadly Nipah virus in India

Thailand, Nepal and Taiwan rush to detect and prevent spread of Nipah virus from travellers

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Nipah screening at airports, travel warning for India

Disease control has been intensified at Suvarnabhumi, Don Mueang and Phuket airports, screening travellers from West Bengal in India where there is a confirmed outbreak of the potentially deadly Nipah virus disease.

The Guardian - UK

India’s electoral roll revision threatens democracy and Muslims, say critics

Opposition claims SIR process being used to disenfranchise minority groups to benefit Narendra Modi’s government

Evening Standard

Lionel Messi's India tour begins with mayhem as angry fans throw objects onto pitch

The chief minister of West Bengal state has ordered a probe into the chaos that unfolded at the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata

Newslaundry

Photographer files Rs 18 cr copyright suit against Zee

A filmmaker and photographer has filed a Rs 18.11-crore infringement suit against Zee Media Corporation Ltd in a West Bengal court for using his footage of cheetahs and branding it as “super exclusive”.

The Independent UK

Indian state leader says girls should not go out at night after alleged rape of student

West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee’s comments spark backlash

The Independent UK

Six members of family killed after landslide buries home as heavy rains cause flooding in Nepal

Across the border in West Bengal state, heavy rainfall from same weather system causes deadly landslides in hill district of Darjeeling

Al Jazeera

‘Sitting on a volcano’: Two Indian temples clash as politics and faith mix

The Jagannath temple in Puri has been among Hinduism’s most sacred shrines for 1,000 years. Can an upstart challenge it?

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