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India’s health ministry on Monday confirmed two cases of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) in Karnataka. The ministry said that the cases have been detected through routine surveillance for multiple respiratory viral pathogens, as part of ICMR's ongoing efforts to monitor respiratory illnesses across the country. A 3-month-old female infant was diagnosed with HMPV after being admitted to Baptist Hospital, Bengaluru with a history of bronchopneumonia. She has been since discharged. An 8-month-old male infant, who tested positive for HMPV on January 3, 2025, after being admitted to Baptist Hospital, Bengaluru, with a history of bronchopneumonia. The infant is now recovering.ALSO READ: HMPV cases in India: Health Ministry confirms two cases in KarnatakaIt is emphasized that HMPV is already in ci
Mumbai: State-run Bharat Petroleum Corporation (BPCL), GAIL India, and Indraprastha Gas (IGL) are planning to list their joint venture city gas distribution company, Maharashtra Natural Gas (MNGL) in the coming financial year, said people aware of the development.IGL currently owns 50% of MNGL with BPCL and GAIL holding 22.5% each. The Maharashtra government has remaining 5% stake through Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC).The over ₹1,000 crore initial public offering will comprise an offer for sale (OFS) and a fresh issue. Through the OFS component, IGL-the largest shareholder-will partly offload its shareholding, the people said."The MNGL board has given in-principle approval to list the company. It will now begin the process to shortlist the book-running lead manage
The U.S. central bank's top financial regulator, Michael Barr, is leaving his post next month as the Federal Reserve's vice chair of supervision, but plans to keep his seat on the Fed's Board of Governors. The decision leaves incoming President Donald Trump with no immediate opening for nominating anyone new to the monetary policymaking body. But Trump, who takes office on Jan. 20, can nominate an existing Fed board member to the leadership role, which oversees central bank rulemaking, supervision and enforcement of the U.S. banking system. The Fed said in a statement it would take up no major rulemaking until a successor to the regulatory role is confirmed. Here's a look at the Fed system's structure and how the selection of policymakers works. THE FED SYSTEM The Federal Reserve System, c
Human metapneumovirus (HMPV) virus has hit the headlines around the world including India, sparking concerns about the possibility of a Covid-like crisis. However, health experts are urging the public to remain calm and avoid unnecessary panic.India's Health Ministry has confirmed two cases of the HMPV in Karnataka. Meanwhile, China has downplayed the outbreak of flu and said that the country is safe to travel. India's health ministry has re-assured there is no cause for alarm regarding Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) reports from China and they are monitoring the situation.ALSO READ: HMPV cases in India: Health Ministry confirms two cases in KarnatakaWhat are the symptoms of HMPV?As per Cleveland Clinic, symptoms of human metapneumovirus include:Cough.Fever.Runny or stuffy nose.Sore throat.W
