HMPV Outbreak LIVE: Suspected case of HMPV detected in Gujarat's Sabarkantha
HMPV Outbreak LIVE Updates: A suspected case of human metapneumovirus (HMPV) infection has been reported in Himatnagar city of Gujarat's Sabarkantha district, officials said Wednesday. The blood sample of the patient - an eight-year-old boy, who is currently on a ventilator in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of a private hospital - has been sent to a government hospital for confirmation, they said. We are closing the LIVE blog now
08 January,2025 10:14 PM IST | MumbaiHMPV Outbreak LIVE Updates: Responding to the concerns triggered by the detection of human metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases in the country, the Jammu and Kashmir health department has set up a specialised ICU ward in Jammu to address any potential outbreak of the disease.
09 January,2025 10:29 PM IST | MumbaiHMPV Outbreak LIVE Updates: An eight-year-old boy from Gujarat's Sabarkantha district has contracted human metapneumovirus infection, taking the number of HMPV cases in the state to three, an official said on Friday. The boy, who belongs to a family of farm labourers from Prantij taluka, was found positive for HMPV in a test run by a private laboratory but health authorities had sent his blood samples to a government lab for confirmation, he said. We are closing the LIVE blog now
10 January,2025 10:28 PM IST | MumbaiHMPV Outbreak LIVE Updates: One more child in Puducherry tested positive for HMPV and is undergoing treatment in the centrally administered JIPMER. We are closing the LIVE blog now
13 January,2025 10:04 PM IST | MumbaiHMPV Outbreak LIVE Updates: After cases of Human Metapneumovirus were reported in India, Union Health Minister JP Nadda reassured the public, saying that there is no cause for alarm. We are closing the LIVE blog now
14 January,2025 10:10 PM IST | MumbaiHMPV Outbreak LIVE Updates: Maharashtra Health Minister Prakash Abitkar reassured the public that the state health department is working efficiently in this matter. We are closing the LIVE blog now
15 January,2025 10:09 PM IST | MumbaiHMPV Outbreak LIVE Updates: After cases of Human Metapneumovirus were reported in India, Union Health Minister JP Nadda reassured the public, saying that there is no cause for alarm. We are closing the LIVE blog now
16 January,2025 10:05 PM IST | MumbaiHMPV Outbreak LIVE Updates: As concerns rise over the HMPV virus, Haryana Health Minister reassures the public, emphasizing preparedness and calm. In response to growing concerns over the HMPV virus, Haryana Health Minister Arti Singh Rao reassured the public that the state is well-prepared to handle the situation. Speaking to the media, Rao emphasized that all districts in the state have been informed to stay vigilant. "We are ready. All the districts have been informed to stay alert... I want to request that the people should not be panicked. This virus can spread but it is not dangerous. It can be treated," said Rao. Her remarks come as authorities step up their efforts to contain the virus and raise awareness about its symptoms and treatment. The health minister’s call for calm aims to prevent unnecessary panic while ensuring that the public remains cautious and informed. We are closing the LIVE blog now
17 January,2025 06:23 PM IST | MumbaiRepublic Day 2025 Live Updates: President Droupadi Murmu hosts 'At Home' reception at Rashtrapati Bhawan on Sunday. We are closing the LIVE Blog now
26 January,2025 10:05 PM IST | MumbaiBudget 2025 LIVE updates: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced raising FDI limits for insurance for insurance sector from 74 per cent to 100 per cent
01 February,2025 06:35 PM IST | New DelhiOperation Sindoor Live Updates: In the wake of Operation Sindoor, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held discussions with foreign ministers from Spain, France, Germany, Japan, and Qatar. He emphasised India's approach to cross-border terrorism and expressed gratitude for their solidarity and support. We are closing the LIVE blog now
07 May,2025 08:42 PM IST | MumbaiIndia-Pak tensions LIVE Updates: RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav on Sunday heaped praise on the armed forces for "giving a befitting reply to Pakistan" following the Pahalgam terror attack. We are closing the LIVE blog now
11 May,2025 10:12 PM IST | MumbaiIndia-Pakistan Tensions Live Updates: Traders in Delhi on Friday pledged to halt all business ties with Turkey and Azerbaijan, following the two countries' recent political stances regarding India's counter-terror operations under Operation Sindoor in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). The Chamber of Trade and Industry (CTI) organised a campaign at the Delhi Secretariat where several market associations, traders and factory owners participated. We are closing the LIVE blog now
16 May,2025 10:13 PM IST | PulwamaAhmedabad Plane Crash LIVE Updates: Union Home Minister Amit Shah reached Ahmedabad to take stock of the situation. He said the identity of the victims and the final toll will be established after DNA test. #WATCH | Air India Plane Crash | Ahmedabad: Union Home Minister Amit Shah says, "This afternoon, Air India flight AI-171 crashed and many passengers are feared dead. The entire nation is grieving and is standing together with the bereaved families... The central government… pic.twitter.com/HTy00BWNVy — ANI (@ANI) June 12, 2025 We are closing the LIVE blog now.
12 June,2025 10:48 PM IST | MumbaiAhmedabad Plane Crash LIVE Updates: Aviation watchdog DGCA on Friday ordered enhanced safety inspection of Air India's Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet powered by GEnx engines, a day after 241 people onboard died in the plane crash in Ahmedabad. The enhanced DGCA inspection will include checks of various systems and a review of take-off parameters of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft of Air India, owned by Tata Group. We are closing the LIVE blog now
13 June,2025 10:14 PM IST | MumbaiIran-Israel war LIVE updates: India has expressed its readiness to play a role in resolving the Iran-Israel situation, emphasizing "dialogue and diplomacy" as the path forward. This comes hours after US President Donald Trump claimed a ceasefire between the two nations. New Delhi stated it remains "deeply concerned" about the overall situation, while also welcoming the reports of the ceasefire. We are closing the LIVE blog now
24 June,2025 10:17 PM IST | TehranTeenage girl airlifted to Delhi after arson attack in Odisha's Puri
A 15-year-old girl, set ablaze in Odisha's Puri, was airlifted from AIIMS Bhubaneswar to Delhi on Sunday. Odisha DGP YB Khurania immediately visited the crime scene, stating the investigation is at a sensitive stage and details will follow soon
20 July,2025 11:07 PM IST | Bhubaneswar | mid-day online correspondentDelhi-bound Air India Express flight from Ranchi cancelled after technical snag
"The AIX (Air India Express) 1200 from Ranchi to Delhi has been cancelled due to a technical issue. While checking the aircraft before takeoff, the technical snag was detected," Airport director RR Maurya said
20 July,2025 11:01 PM IST | Ranchi | mid-day online correspondentParliament's Monsoon Session set for heated debates; Modi to address on Monday
Prime Minister Modi will address the media Monday before the Monsoon Parliament session starts. Heated debates are expected, with the Opposition raising issues like the Pahalgam terror attack and Bihar voter lists, while the government plans to discuss new bills on topics like GST and Mines
20 July,2025 10:51 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentAll parties have demanded discussion on Operation Sindoor: Arvind Sawant
“All the parties asked for a discussion on Operation Sindoor and the Pahalgam incident. Foreign policy was also raised, especially given recent remarks by Donald Trump. Another key issue was the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voters’ lists in Bihar”
20 July,2025 10:06 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentDelhi: Trio pose as CBI officers, loot lakhs in jewellery and cash, held
The suspects were apprehended following a week-long police operation that extended to Haridwar and Mussoorie, according to Deputy Commissioner of Police (North), Raja Banthia
20 July,2025 06:47 PM IST | Delhi | mid-day online correspondentTMC leader Abhishek slams Centre over Pahalgam attack
According to sources close to the TMC national general secretary, Banerjee raised the matter during the INDIA bloc's online meeting, which was convened to firm up the joint opposition strategy for the Monsoon session of Parliament beginning Monday
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Kerala nurse Nimisha Priya, sentenced to death in Yemen for the 2017 murder of Talal Abdo Mehdi, has received a temporary stay of execution amid mounting diplomatic and humanitarian efforts from India. However, hopes of a pardon through “blood money” (Diyah) are dim as the victim’s family refuses forgiveness and demands Qisas—Islamic retribution. The Indian government and activists continue to fight for clemency in a country known for its brutal public executions.
Syria: Bedouin clans withdraw from Sweida after US-brokered ceasefire
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20 July,2025 08:49 PM IST | Mazraa | APIndonesian ferry with over 280 onboard catches fire at sea, 5 killed
The KM Barcelona 5 was headed to Manado, the capital of North Sulawesi province, from Talaud, an island district in the province when it caught fire in waters near Talise, said Vice Adm. Denih Hendrata, commander of the Indonesian Fleet Command
20 July,2025 07:58 PM IST | Manado (Indonesia) | APOne killed after massive fire breaks out at Iran oil refinery
A leaky pump in an under-repair unit at Abadan refinery caused the fire on Saturday, killing a worker, according to the state-owned IRAN newspaper. Firefighters put out the blaze in two hours and operations remained unaffected, the report said
20 July,2025 05:58 PM IST | Tehran | APTech company CEO resigns after controversy over video at Coldplay concert
“Astronomer is committed to the values and culture that have guided us since our founding. Our leaders are expected to set the standard in both conduct and accountability, and recently, that standard was not met,” the company said in its post on LinkedIn
20 July,2025 05:50 PM IST | Washington | APTaiwan tracks Chinese military presence near territorial waters
Earlier on Friday, Taiwan's Minister of National Defence Wellington Koo praised the armed forces for their exceptional performance during the Han Kuang military exercises, the longest-ever live-fire drills held in the country's history
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A puzzle enthusiast from the United States is now the owner of the world’s largest collection of jigsaw puzzles, with a whopping 4060 different designs!
20 July,2025 10:46 AM IST | Mumbai | A CorrespondentBomb scare on Mumbai-bound plane at Kolkata airport, passenger detained
The passenger who was about to board the plane was detained after he told the airline's security officer that he had a bomb with him, an Airports Authority of India (AAI) official said
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In India, the festive season begins early in December, with cities and towns across the country adorning their streets with Christmas lights, decorations, and Christmas trees
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As the holiday season approaches in 2024, it's the perfect opportunity to send heartfelt wishes and greetings to your loved ones, letting them know just how much they mean to you
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The Shri Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee reported a record-breaking 30,87,417 pilgrims visiting Badrinath and Kedarnath Dhams during the 2024 Yatra season, highlighting the success of temple and local administration efforts
18 November,2024 10:03 AM IST | DehradunGurunanak Jayanti brings light and devotion to Mumbai's gurudwaras
Mumbai marks Guru Nanak’s birth anniversary with celebrations highlighting his teachings on unity, service, and compassion.
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Large crowds gathered at Varanasi's Dashashwamedh Ghat for the ongoing Ganga Mahotsav 2024, where cultural performances, including a Kathak dance by Yasmin Singh, added to the vibrant atmosphere. The festival celebrates the spiritual significance of the Ganges and attracts visitors from around the world
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