Indian authorities have reported cases of the life-threatening Nipah virus. According to news agencies, Thailand, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Nepal have taken measures to prevent the spread of the virus. Screening is being conducted at the borders and airports of these countries. The World Health Organization (WHO) states that the risk of death from the Nipah virus is between 40% to 70%. As of now, there is no vaccine available to prevent the Nipah virus.
On the other hand, Indian health officials claim that two health workers in West Bengal tested positive for the Nipah virus in December. According to the Indian Ministry of Health, all 196 individuals who came into contact with the affected individuals have tested negative for the virus. The Indian Ministry of Health has clarified that there are false and misleading reports circulating about the number of people affected by the Nipah virus.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has stated that Europe made a strategic mistake by labelling Iran’s Revolutionary Guards as a terrorist organization. The European Union has agreed to include the Revolutionary Guards in its list of terrorist organizations. UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan arrived in Moscow on a visit to Russia. A meeting took place between the UAE President and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow.
The interim head of the US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), Dr. Muddu Gurramkonda, has been discovered to have uploaded sensitive government documents to the public AI chatbot “ChatGPT.” A fierce verbal battle has erupted between Elon Musk, a billionaire from the US, and Vinod Khosla, a billionaire of Indian origin, over allegations of racism.
Iran has rejected US President Donald Trump’s threats of military action, stating that Iranian armed forces are ready to give a powerful and immediate response to any US attack. A small plane crashed in Colombia, killing all 15 people on board. The Iranian mission to the United Nations has stated that they are ready to negotiate, but also to defend themselves. If the US takes military action, they, the Israelis, and their allies will be targeted, Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has warned.
A new plan has been introduced in Dubai to make travel easier for passengers. Under this plan, passengers will be able to complete their health checks before reaching the airport. Dubai has announced that it will make the city a “20-minute city,” with all amenities available within a 20-minute radius. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has stated that the Iranian government may be weaker than before.
The US Customs and Border Protection has stated that 23,830 Indians were caught attempting to cross the border illegally in 2025. Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz presided over a meeting in which a briefing was given on the Mianwali incident. The briefing stated that the incident occurred while construction work was underway, and the mother and daughter were living with their relatives in Lahore. The rescue team responded promptly to the situation.
Sindh’s senior minister stated in a press conference in Karachi that he is writing to the Chief Justice of the Sindh High Court to initiate an inquiry. Awami National Party leader Ghulam Ahmed Bilour stated that he is no longer a member of the assembly and has no official position in the party. A case has been registered against the project manager, Asghar Sindhoo, safety officer Daniel, and site officer Ahmed Nawaz. The court order stated that the petitioner’s grandson had taken the car without permission, leading to the tragic incident.
