Manipur is witnessing a rapid surge in COVID‑19 infections
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Manipur is witnessing a rapid surge in COVID‑19 infections

Short Summary of the News Articles Manipur is witnessing a rapid surge in COVID‑19 infections. On June 18, 2025, authorities confirmed 14 new cases, bringing the active tally to 33 (health officials had slightly varying counts of 33 or 34 cases reported depending on source) . These cases are concentrated primarily in the Imphal valley,…

Nipah Virus Resurfaces in Kerala: A Deep Dive into the 2025 Malappuram Case

Nipah Virus Resurfaces in Kerala: A Deep Dive into the 2025 Malappuram Case

Summary On May 2, 2025, a 42-year-old woman from Malappuram district in Kerala was admitted to a private hospital exhibiting symptoms of encephalitis. Subsequent testing confirmed she was infected with the Nipah virus, marking another occurrence of this deadly zoonotic disease in the state. Kerala’s Health Minister, Veena George, has since traveled to Malappuram to…