Forest officials step up vigil in sanctuaries, wetlands in Andhra Pradesh to check spread of bird flu
10 months ago

Forest officials step up vigil in sanctuaries, wetlands in Andhra Pradesh to check spread of bird flu

The Hindu  

The Wildlife Management Division of the Forest Department has stepped up vigil to check the spread of bird flu in Andhra Pradesh. The wildlife authorities have issued instructions to the Conservator of Forests, Deputy Range Officers, Divisional and District Forest Officers, Forest Range Officers and the field staff to maintain surveillance on the migratory birds. The details related to the arrival of migratory birds, their period of stay, dead birds, change in the pattern of their behaviour are being recorded in all protected areas and wetlands,” said Additional Principal Chief Conservator of Forests Shanti Priya Pandey. If infected migratory birds nest around the poultries there are chances of spread of bird flu, the forest officials said. “The FROs, Deputy ROs, Forest Beat Officers and guards have been instructed to observe the behaviour of the migratory birds in sanctuaries and collect samples with the help of the animal husbandry officials,” Ms. Shanti Priya told The Hindu on February 20.

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Central Travancore a sitting duck for avian flu
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Central Travancore a sitting duck for avian flu

The Hindu  

It was just another day for Abraham Ouseph, who had taken his ducks to the Vilakkupadam paddy polder for foraging as usual. “We are scared of crows nowadays,” says Premraj adding that though Kuttanad has witnessed bird flu outbreaks quite a few times, this is the first time the disease has been reported in his village. Sporadic bird flu infections …

Bird flu in Kerala: Special teams from Kollam arrive in Alappuzha for culling operations
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Bird flu in Kerala: Special teams from Kollam arrive in Alappuzha for culling operations

The Hindu  

Kerala’s Animal Husbandry department has deployed special teams from Kollam to control the spread of bird flu in Alappuzha. Ten rapid response teams comprising 10 veterinary doctors, 20 livestock inspectors and 20 attenders in total are being sent from Kollam district and they will start the operations from June 26. Bird flu had spread to about 24 places in Alappuzha …

Bird flu: 46,000 birds to be culled in Alappuzha
6 months ago

Bird flu: 46,000 birds to be culled in Alappuzha

The Hindu  

Rapid Response Teams of the Animal Husbandry department will cull 34,033 birds in avian flu-hit Chennam-Pallipuram, Vayalar, and Thycattussery grama panchayats in Alappuzha on Tuesday. Following mass bird deaths at these places, the department sent samples to the National Institute of High Security Animal Diseases, Bhopal, for analyses, which tested positive for avian influenza a few days ago. Meanwhile, an …

Centre directs states/UTs to keep vigil on avian influenza, wants regular health check
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Centre directs states/UTs to keep vigil on avian influenza, wants regular health check

Live Mint  

Four states reported outbreaks of Avian Influenza or bird flu, prompting the Union government to direct all states and union territoris to be vigilant about any unusual bird deaths. It has also asked them to strengthen biosecurity measures in all poultries, maintain enhanced surveillance in wet markets and urged strict and timely reporting of Severe Acute Respiratory Infection cases. Enhanced …

Kerala: Avian flu outbreak confirmed at government poultry farm in Manarcad, authorities implement stringent measures
7 months ago

Kerala: Avian flu outbreak confirmed at government poultry farm in Manarcad, authorities implement stringent measures

Live Mint  

The Kerala district administration confirmed an avian flu outbreak at the government-run regional poultry farm in Manarcad in a statement on Thursday. Following the outbreak, authorities have decided to euthanise and cremate all domesticated and pet birds within a one-kilometre radius of the poultry farm. The administration stated that “Disinfection steps will be taken in the affected area, and a …

Jharkhand: Avian flu outbreak at poultry farm in Ranchi, 920 birds culled
7 months ago

Jharkhand: Avian flu outbreak at poultry farm in Ranchi, 920 birds culled

Firstpost  

An official from Jharkhand said 920 birds, including 770 ducks, were culled at the Ram Krishna Ashram-run poultry farm Divyayan Krishi Vigyan Kendra in Morabadi An alert was sounded in Jharkhand on Wednesday after bird flu cases were reported in a poultry farm in the state capital, Ranchi. A report by PTI quoted an official saying 920 birds, including 770 …

Does bird flu have the potential to turn into the next pandemic?
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Does bird flu have the potential to turn into the next pandemic?

The Hindu  

Amidst the ongoing Lok Sabha election, several states across the country including Kerala, Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand among others have been directed to stay alert and vigilant about the ongoing bird flu spread and the emergence of the highly pathogenic avian influenza now in cattle — detected in eight U.S. states. While the Central Government has asked for vigilance, the World …

WHO sounds alarm over human cases of bird flu, says ‘looking for new hosts’
8 months ago

WHO sounds alarm over human cases of bird flu, says ‘looking for new hosts’

Hindustan Times  

The World Health Organization on Thursday expressed grave concern over the growing spread of H5N1 bird flu infections in other species, including humans. With cows and goats joining the list of mammals infected with the current bird flu outbreak that began in 2020, the UN health agency official referred to it as "a global zoonotic animal pandemic." Read: ‘100 times …

Bird flu reported in Kerala's Alapuzzha. How to stay safe?
8 months ago

Bird flu reported in Kerala's Alapuzzha. How to stay safe?

Hindustan Times  

Kerala's Alappuzha district has been hit by a bird flu outbreak with the disease reported in two places, PTI reported. According to the report, bird flu was confirmed in ducks reared in an area of ward 1 of Edathva Grama Panchayat and another area in ward 3 of Cheruthana Grama Panchayat. The Alappuzha District Collector decided to initiate the process …

Bird Flu Scare: Govt Checks Virus Strains Circulating in India, Poultry Lobby Finds No Unusual Trend
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Bird Flu Scare: Govt Checks Virus Strains Circulating in India, Poultry Lobby Finds No Unusual Trend

News 18  

India has begun monitoring virus strains amid the looming scare of bird flu globally, especially in the United States. “However, at present, it is the time when these birds leave India, reducing the likelihood of acquiring new infections.” Dhanda, who is also the president of Unnat Group engaged in the poultry feed and equipment business, stated that the association has …

Jharkhand on alert after bird flu cases confirmed at Bokaro poultry farm
1 year, 10 months ago

Jharkhand on alert after bird flu cases confirmed at Bokaro poultry farm

Hindustan Times  

Confirmed cases of bird flu at a state-run poultry farm in Bokaro has forced the Jharkhand government to put all such facilities on high alert and issue directions to set up control rooms in all 24 districts to monitor the situation, officials said on Wednesday. State animal husbandry director Chandan Kumar said prescribed SOPs laid down by the central government …

Bird flu spreads to more areas of Upper Kuttanad in Kerala
1 year, 10 months ago

Bird flu spreads to more areas of Upper Kuttanad in Kerala

The Hindu  

In a major blow to duck farmers in Upper Kuttanad, authorities have confirmed the presence of a highly pathogenic avian influenza virus in more areas of Thiruvalla. According to District Collector Divya S. Iyer, the presence H5N1 virus, a subtype of influenza A virus, was confirmed in the Marygiri and Muthoor wards of Thiruvalla municipality in the tests conducted at …

1,800 birds dead due to bird flu outbreak in state-run poultry farm in Kerala's Kozhikode
1 year, 11 months ago

1,800 birds dead due to bird flu outbreak in state-run poultry farm in Kerala's Kozhikode

India Today  

At least 1,800 birds died due to infection after a bird flu outbreak at a state-run poultry farm in the Kozhikode district of Kerala. The presence of the H5N1 variant, which has an additional proliferative capacity, was confirmed among the poultry in the local farm managed by the district panchayat here on Wednesday, the sources said. J Chinchu Rani, Kerala …

Bird flu in Kerala: Preventive measures need to be taken, says Health Minister
1 year, 11 months ago

Bird flu in Kerala: Preventive measures need to be taken, says Health Minister

Deccan Chronicle  

THIRUVANTHAPURAM: In the wake of bird flu cases being reported in the State, Kerala Health Minister Veena George on Sunday said there was no cause for concern, but precautions need to be taken for preventing transmission of the infection to humans. It also said that bird flu or avian influenza is an infectious viral disease found in birds which is …

Frequent outbreaks of bird flu require diagnostic studies, say experts
1 year, 11 months ago

Frequent outbreaks of bird flu require diagnostic studies, say experts

The Hindu  

Frequent outbreaks of avian flu have critically hit the poultry industry and the livelihood of hundreds of farmers. It is high time to conduct diagnostic studies and identify sustainable measures for reducing the recurrence of infection,” says T.P. Whether the farmers are giving sufficient rest periods before introducing the new flocks?” Boosting immunity Multidisciplinary diagnostic studies based on soil, water, …

After avian flu outbreak, over 20k birds to be culled in Kerala
2 years, 1 month ago

After avian flu outbreak, over 20k birds to be culled in Kerala

Hindustan Times  

With the outbreak of avian influenza being confirmed among ducks in Kerala’s Alappuzha district, authorities on Thursday began operations to cull over 20,000 birds in Vazhuthanam ward in Haripad municipality to check spread of the disease. Medics during an operation to cull over 20,000 birds infected with avian influenza, at Haripad area in Alappuzha district on Thursday. Even after the …

Zoos hiding birds as avian flu spreads in North America
2 years, 8 months ago

Zoos hiding birds as avian flu spreads in North America

Associated Press  

— Zoos across North America are moving their birds indoors and away from people and wildlife as they try to protect them from the highly contagious and potentially deadly avian influenza. There’s a lot of staff that has close connections with the animals that they care for here at the zoo.” Toronto Zoo workers are adding roofs to some outdoor …

Chicken, turkey farmers struggle to keep birds safe from flu
2 years, 9 months ago

Chicken, turkey farmers struggle to keep birds safe from flu

Associated Press  

DES MOINES, Iowa — Nearly 7 million chickens and turkeys in 13 states have been killed this year due to avian influenza, prompting officials and farmers to acknowledge that, despite their best efforts, stopping the disease from infecting poultry is incredibly difficult. Food prices already are elevated due to inflation and supply chain problems, and if the bird flu outbreak …

Maharashtra: After Thane, bird flu detected at poultry farm in Palghar
2 years, 10 months ago

Maharashtra: After Thane, bird flu detected at poultry farm in Palghar

India TV News  

Highlights Avian influenza has now been detected at a poultry farm in Vasai-Virar region Over 800 chicken died last week in parts of Arnala and Vasai The outbreak of bird flu in Vasai has raised concerns among poultry traders After bird flu was reported in Maharashtra's Thane, avian influenza has now been detected at a poultry farm in Vasai-Virar region …

Bird Flu Confirmed in Kerala’s Alappuzha; District Restricts Use & Sale of Ducks
3 years ago

Bird Flu Confirmed in Kerala’s Alappuzha; District Restricts Use & Sale of Ducks

News 18  

Bird flu has been confirmed among samples of ducks in Alappuzha district of Kerala. The district collector has issued orders to prohibit the use and sale of ducks, hens in the area where bird flu has been detected. The area where bird flu has been detected has also been declared as a containment zone, and the entry of people and …

Avian flu outbreak in India brings forth links to environment, animal and human health
3 years, 9 months ago

Avian flu outbreak in India brings forth links to environment, animal and human health

Firstpost  

Since many wetlands where migratory birds visit are unprotected, involving communities in their management is essential, according to experts. The 2020/2021 outbreak, marked by the significant involvement and mortality of wild birds, has spotlighted the need for proactive monitoring of animal disease in the environment, conserving unprotected wetland habitats to curb disease spread, and addressing knowledge gaps like the wild …

Bird Flu Confirmed in Few More Cities in Maharashtra, Gujarat and Chhattisgarh
3 years, 10 months ago

Bird Flu Confirmed in Few More Cities in Maharashtra, Gujarat and Chhattisgarh

News 18  

The Centre on Wednesday said bird flu has been confirmed in poultry birds in few more places in Maharashtra, Gujarat and Chhattisgarh. So far, the outbreak of bird flu or avian influenza in poultry birds has been confirmed in nine states — Kerala, Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, Uttarakhand, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh and Punjab. In a statement, the Ministry of …

Avian Influenza in Poultry Birds Confirmed in 9 States So Far: Govt
3 years, 11 months ago

Avian Influenza in Poultry Birds Confirmed in 9 States So Far: Govt

News 18  

The Centre on Saturday said bird flu in poultry has been confirmed so far in nine states of Kerala, Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, Uttarakhand, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh and Punjab. “Till January 23, 2021, outbreaks of Avian Influenza have been confirmed in nine states for poultry birds,” Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying said in a statement. Bird flu …

Bird Flu: Over 750 Poultry Birds to be Culled in Maharashtra's Hingoli Tomorrow
3 years, 11 months ago

Bird Flu: Over 750 Poultry Birds to be Culled in Maharashtra's Hingoli Tomorrow

News 18  

As many as 764 poultry birds will be culled in Hingoli district of Maharashtra on Saturday to check the spread of bird flu, an official said on Friday. The decision has been taken by the animal husbandry department after samples of dead poultry birds sent from Pimpri Khurd, a village located 50km from Hingoli city, to a lab in Bhopal …

Bird Flu Outbreak: Don't Eat Half-Boiled Eggs and Other Do's and Dont's by Govt's Food Safety Body
3 years, 11 months ago

Bird Flu Outbreak: Don't Eat Half-Boiled Eggs and Other Do's and Dont's by Govt's Food Safety Body

News 18  

In view of the bird flu scare, regulator FSSAI on Thursday advised people not to eat half-boiled eggs and undercooked chicken, and ensure proper cooking of poultry meat as it came out with a detailed set of guidelines. In a statement, the FSSAI said it has issued the guidance document titled ‘Safe handling, processing and consumption of poultry meat and …

Bird flu won’t scare away avid birders
3 years, 11 months ago

Bird flu won’t scare away avid birders

Hindustan Times  

Birdwatching has gained popularity over the last year as Nature took centrestage amid the lockdown. Even the recent bird flu outbreak hasn’t significantly dented the enthusiasm of bird watchers, who are also taking precautionary measures. Abhishek Gulshan, nature educator and founder Ninox - Owl about Nature, which conducts nature walks and workshops says, “We’re still conducting walks. The motive is …

Bird flu: Samples of 1,000 chickens test positive for avian influenza in Himachal Pradesh's Solan
3 years, 11 months ago

Bird flu: Samples of 1,000 chickens test positive for avian influenza in Himachal Pradesh's Solan

Firstpost  

Shimla: The samples of the dead poultry birds found dumped in Himachal Pradesh’s Solan district earlier this month have tested positive for bird flu, state animal husbandry minister Virender Kanwar said on Monday. In a statement, Kanwar stated that a Bhopal laboratory detected the H5N8 strain of Avian Influenza in the dead birds which were found dumped beside the Chandigarh-Solan …

Bird Flu: All 3 Civic Bodies Ban Sale, Storage of Chicken in Delhi
3 years, 11 months ago

Bird Flu: All 3 Civic Bodies Ban Sale, Storage of Chicken in Delhi

The Quint  

“It is an initial precautionary stage. We have set up a surveillance team to monitor the situation,” North Delhi Municipal Corporation Mayor Jai Prakash was quoted by ANI as saying. The first cases of bird flu in Delhi were confirmed on Monday after eight samples from dead crows and ducks tested positive for avian flu. Earlier, over 35 crows were …

Bird Flu Growing Concern in Gujarat as Cases Detected in Various Districts
3 years, 11 months ago

Bird Flu Growing Concern in Gujarat as Cases Detected in Various Districts

News 18  

Bird flu is now a growing concern in Gujarat as cases have been reported in Junagadh, Surat, Valsad and Vadodara districts. Two cases of bird flu have been reported in Madhi village of Bardoli in Surat. Out of which four crows’ carcass samples were tested positive for bird flu in the district on Wednesday. The district administration came into action …

Bird flu: High alert issued in Uttarakhand
3 years, 11 months ago

Bird flu: High alert issued in Uttarakhand

Hindustan Times  

A high alert has been sounded across Uttarakhand with the samples of two dead crows testing positive for bird flu in the state Nearly 300 birds mostly crows have been found dead in different parts of Uttarakhand including Dehradun, Rishikesh and Kotdwar over the past few days. Samples of two dead crows sent to a lab in Bhopal tested positive …

Bird flu: No scientific report of transmission to humans, states shouldn't curb poultry sales, says Centre
3 years, 11 months ago

Bird flu: No scientific report of transmission to humans, states shouldn't curb poultry sales, says Centre

Firstpost  

The announcement came in the wake of the Delhi government’s decision to ban the sale of processed and packaged chicken brought from outside the city as a precautionary measure New Delhi: The Centre on Monday asked states not to close mandis or restrict sales of poultry products as there are no scientific reports of transmission of bird flu to human …

Bird flu outbreak confirmed in 10 states so far: Govt
3 years, 11 months ago

Bird flu outbreak confirmed in 10 states so far: Govt

The Hindu  

The Centre on Monday said bird flu has been confirmed in 10 states so far and stressed on increased surveillance around water bodies, live bird markets, zoos and poultry farms. "Till January 11, 2021, Avian Influenza has been confirmed in 10 states of the country," the department of animal husbandry and dairying said in a statement. The outbreak was confirmed …

Avian Influenza confirmed in 10 states: What we know so far
3 years, 11 months ago

Avian Influenza confirmed in 10 states: What we know so far

India TV News  

Avian Influenza has been reported in at least ten states of the country so far. On Monday, Avian Influenza was confirmed as the cause of death in different birds in Parbhani, Mumbai, Thane, Beed, and Dapoli in Maharashtra. Twenty-eight crows and a pigeon were found dead on the All India Institute of Medical Sciences premises, one avian death was reported …

Bird flu confirmed in Maharashtra after 900 hens die at Parbhani poultry farm
3 years, 11 months ago

Bird flu confirmed in Maharashtra after 900 hens die at Parbhani poultry farm

Firstpost  

The outbreak has already been confirmed in Kerala, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, Gujarat and Uttar Pradesh Aurangabad: Bird flu has been confirmed as the cause of death of around 900 hens in the last few days at a poultry farm in Maharashtra’s Parbhani district, a senior official said on Monday. The district administration has now decided to cull …

SOPs, helpline, closures, bans: India steps up vigil as bird flu outbreak spreads to 8 states, Delhi
3 years, 11 months ago

SOPs, helpline, closures, bans: India steps up vigil as bird flu outbreak spreads to 8 states, Delhi

India Today  

India is gearing up to counter a bird flu outbreak amidst the novel coronavirus pandemic. Addressing the nation on Monday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also made mention of the bird flu outbreak. Horticulture teams gather geese for medication at Sanjay Lake in Delhi "Since 2006, bird flu has not been detected in the human body so there is no need …

Bird flu: Centre directs zoos to submit daily report to Central Zoo Authority
3 years, 11 months ago

Bird flu: Centre directs zoos to submit daily report to Central Zoo Authority

Live Mint  

A day after over 1,200 birds were found dead in the country with seven states confirming outbreak of avian influenza, the Centre on Sunday directed zoo managements to submit daily report to the Central Zoo Authority till their area is declared free from the disease. "In the event of declaration of infected area within a zoo, either due to outbreak …

Bird flu | Centre confirms outbreak in seven States, results awaited in two more
3 years, 11 months ago

Bird flu | Centre confirms outbreak in seven States, results awaited in two more

The Hindu  

The Centre on Sunday said bird flu outbreak has been confirmed in seven States — Kerala, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, Gujarat and Uttar Pradesh, while test results are still awaited for Delhi and Maharashtra samples. No samples have been confirmed positive in wild birds from Balod district, Chhattisgarh which were tested earlier, the Department of Animal Husbandry and …

Bird flu outbreak: Over 1,200 birds found dead across India; UP becomes 7th state to report avian influenza
3 years, 11 months ago

Bird flu outbreak: Over 1,200 birds found dead across India; UP becomes 7th state to report avian influenza

Firstpost  

Besides Uttar Pradesh, the other six states where bird flu cases have been confirmed are Kerala, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana and Gujarat New Delhi: Over 1,200 birds were found dead across the country on Saturday, including 900 in a poultry farm in Maharashtra, with the Centre saying that the outbreak of avian influenza has been reported in Uttar …

Test results from Maharashtra, Delhi awaited as bird-flu outbreak spreads to 7 states | Top Developments
3 years, 11 months ago

Test results from Maharashtra, Delhi awaited as bird-flu outbreak spreads to 7 states | Top Developments

India Today  

Seven Indian states have confirmed a bird-flu outbreak, the Centre said on Sunday identifying them as Gujarat, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh. Meanwhile, the state government's Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying said in a statement that samples of dead birds collected from Chhattisgarh's Balod have tested negative for the avian influenza virus. Madhya Pradesh …

Bird flu spreads across 7 states, over 1,200 birds found dead across India
3 years, 11 months ago

Bird flu spreads across 7 states, over 1,200 birds found dead across India

India Today  

Over 1,200 birds were found dead across the country on Saturday with the central government saying that the bird flu cases have been reported from Uttar Pradesh, taking the total number of affected states to seven. The Delhi chief minister said, "The special focus of the teams are poultry market Ghazipur, Shakti Sthal Lake, Bhalswa Lake, Sanjay Lake, Delhi Zoo, …

Bird Flu Scare: 10 Ducks Found Dead at East Delhi's Sanjay Lake; Samples Sent for Testing
3 years, 11 months ago

Bird Flu Scare: 10 Ducks Found Dead at East Delhi's Sanjay Lake; Samples Sent for Testing

News 18  

New Delhi: Ten ducks were found dead at east Delhi's Sanjay Lake on Saturday, a day after 17 crows were reported dead at the Central Park of Mayur Vihar Phase III, an official said here. "We have found 10 dead ducks at Sanjay Lake, samples of which have been sent to the lab for testing," Dr Rakesh Singh of the …

Karnataka district bans poultry from bird flu-bit Kerala
3 years, 11 months ago

Karnataka district bans poultry from bird flu-bit Kerala

India TV News  

Karnataka's Dakshina Kannada district banned entry of poultry and their products from bird flu-hit Kerala, an official said on Friday. Poultry and its products like eggs and chicken have been banned entering the district from across the border as a precautionary measure due to avian flu spread in the neighbouring state, Deputy Commissioner K.V. Allaying fears over bird flu spreading …

Karnataka District Bans Poultry from Bird flu-bit Kerala, Five Districts Remain on Alert
3 years, 11 months ago

Karnataka District Bans Poultry from Bird flu-bit Kerala, Five Districts Remain on Alert

News 18  

Karnataka’s Dakshina Kannada district banned entry of poultry and their products from bird flu-hit Kerala, an official said on Friday. Poultry and its products like eggs and chicken have been banned entering the district from across the border as a precautionary measure due to avian flu spread in the neighbouring state, Deputy Commissioner K.V. Allaying fears over bird flu spreading …

Centre says bird flu confirmed in six states; over 1.60 lakh poultry to be culled in Haryana
3 years, 11 months ago

Centre says bird flu confirmed in six states; over 1.60 lakh poultry to be culled in Haryana

Firstpost  

The Centre said bird flu has been confirmed in Kerala, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana and Gujarat, and asked them to contain the disease as per the action plan New Delhi: More bird deaths were reported from some parts of the country on Friday amid cases of avian influenza, with the Haryana government planning to cull over 1.60 lakh …

Bird flu now confirmed in six States
3 years, 11 months ago

Bird flu now confirmed in six States

The Hindu  

Bird flu cases were confirmed in Haryana and Gujarat on Friday, in addition to Kerala, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Haryana where the disease has already been confirmed. The Ministry said it is also taking steps to restore consumer confidence in poultry products such as eggs and chicken meat, enlisting the support of the Health Ministry in this regard. Positive samples …

Bird Flu Scare Reaches Delhi as Over 100 Crows Fall Dead; Govt Doctors Rush to Spot
3 years, 11 months ago

Bird Flu Scare Reaches Delhi as Over 100 Crows Fall Dead; Govt Doctors Rush to Spot

News 18  

The sudden death of over 100 crows in the national capital has stirred panic in Delhi’s Mayur Vihar Phase III region amid a nationwide bird flu scare. The dreaded bird flu or Avian Influenza has been confirmed only in Kerala, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Himachal Pradesh so far, but all states have sounded alarm bells as a precautionary measure. The …

Bird Flu Scare: 4 crows found dead in Chhattisgarh village; samples sent for test
3 years, 11 months ago

Bird Flu Scare: 4 crows found dead in Chhattisgarh village; samples sent for test

India TV News  

Amid bird flu outbreak in some states, four crows were found dead in Chhattisgarhs Balod district, officials said on Friday. The district administration has alerted people associated with backyard and commercial poultry to report immediately to the nearest veterinary centre if they witness unexplained death in birds, the officials said. The animal husbandry department has issued extensive guidelines to district …

Bird flu strain found in chickens in Indore, Neemuch districts; Madhya Pradesh orders closure of poultry shops
3 years, 11 months ago

Bird flu strain found in chickens in Indore, Neemuch districts; Madhya Pradesh orders closure of poultry shops

Firstpost  

The state government had stopped the entry of chicken consignments from Kerala and other southern states and asked for samples of migratory birds to be sent for testing to Bhopal Bhopal: The Madhya Pradesh government has ordered closure of poultry shops in Neemuch and Indore districts for a week after bird flu infection was found among chickens in these areas, …

Bird Flu: Central team takes stock of situation in Kerala as influenza cases rise
3 years, 11 months ago

Bird Flu: Central team takes stock of situation in Kerala as influenza cases rise

India Today  

Bird flu or Avian influenza in India has spread to more than five states while Delhi's Husbandry department has been put on a high alert due to the increasing number of bird flu cases in the neighbouring states. So far, the bird flu cases have been reported from Uttar Pradesh, Kerala, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, and Himachal Pradesh. …

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