The Latest Breaking News from Kozhikode

Nipah Scare: Virus cases in Kerala rise to 6; Karnataka issues advisory for bordering districts

he government of the neighbouring State of Karnataka has issued a circular and has advised the general public to avoid unnecessary travel to affected areas of Kerala. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Sep 15, 2023

Nipah outbreak | Number of cases rises to six in Kozhikode

Four people under treatment for Nipah virus in Kerala; 6 infected including 2 deceased; Health Minister Veena George to attend all-party meeting; Central team to visit affected areas; more results expected.

The Hindu · Sep 15, 2023

Nipah threat: surveillance intensified in containment zones in Kozhikode

Kozhikode: Containment zones declared in 9 grama panchayats, 55 wards. Strict crowd control, screening of suspected fever cases, quarantine rules for those who visited identified locations. Markets deserted, life standstill, emergency travel only. Police intensified deployment, screening of vehicles. No mass gatherings, private/family functions for 10 days. Exams rescheduled, students…

The Hindu · Sep 14, 2023

Nipah scare puts exotic fruit farmers in trouble

Kozhikode farmers cultivating exotic fruits in uplands face crisis due to Nipah virus outbreak. Retailers refusing to buy produce, even with protective nets, causing huge losses. Farmers urge govt. to find real cause of virus spread, media to stop unscientific claims. Task force clarifies public instructions based on international protocols,…

The Hindu · Sep 14, 2023

Kerala: Schools, colleges to remain closed in Kozhikode till September 16 due to Nipah outbreak

In the wake of the Nipah virus outbreak in Kozhikode district, the District Collector declared holidays for all educational institutions on September 16, in addition to the two-day holiday already declared for September 14 and September 15. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Sep 14, 2023

Masks are back as Nipah virus hits Kerala: Government issues travel advisory

It is reported that Kerala’s Kozhikode district is seeing an increase in Nipah virus cases currently. The number of infected patients has increased to five, after a health worker tested positive. Nipah is a highly infectious brain-damaging infection. Though the source of the virus remains unknown, Kozhikode is under a…

The Times of India · Sep 14, 2023

The Hindu felicitates agents in Kozhikode

The Hindu felicitated 83 newspaper agents in Kozhikode, 9 of whom had served for 25+ yrs. VP Sridhar Aranala praised the strong bond between The Hindu and its agents, 4,000 of whom had completed 10 yrs. He shared inspiring stories of agents in their 80s and stressed the responsibility to…

The Hindu · Sep 13, 2023

Nipah: Containment zones declared in nine panchayats in Kozhikode

Health Dept. forms psycho-social support team to help Nipah victims & their families; 300+ contact control room for info; educational institutions in Kozhikode closed on Sept. 14 & 15 due to Nipah virus spread. Psycho-social support team & control room available on helpline & toll-free numbers.

The Hindu · Sep 13, 2023

Nipah outbreak | Number of cases rises to 5 in Kerala; 789 contacts kept under watch

Kerala Health Department releases a ‘route map’ of the two Nipah virus victims detailing their travel history; ICMR to provide monoclonal antibodies for treatment of infected persons

The Hindu · Sep 13, 2023

Nipah: connection between environment and epidemic in focus

Kozhikode district's Nipah outbreaks linked to similar localities; thick foliage, rivers, areca palms, proximity to forest, Janakikkadu eco-tourism sector, bats, deforestation, climate change, human habitations, fruit, areca nut, river banks, tree inhabited by bats. Questions raised: what is disturbing bats? Human intrusion into environment to blame? Need study to understand…

The Hindu · Sep 13, 2023