The latest Nipah virus cluster in West Bengal has reignited fears of a high‑fatality outbreak with global reach, even as officials insist the risk beyond India remains low.

A perplexing virus that previously overwhelmed hospitals in China has now made its way to Russia, with reports indicating a roughly 20% surge in cases. Russia is grappling with over 23,400 influenza ...

China has started screening of travellers arriving on flights from areas where the Nipah virus outbreak has been reported, including India. Swab tests were being conducted on passengers, said some of ...