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12 May 2026


Health

Hantavirus cases on cruise ship trigger global health alert

Health authorities across multiple countries are closely monitoring passengers from the cruise ship MV Hondius after several hantavirus infections and deaths were…

NASA receives Moon lander training cabin for Artemis

NASA has taken another major step toward returning humans to the Moon after receiving a full-scale lunar lander training cabin for its…

Hantavirus scare strikes cruise ship in Atlantic

A cruise meant for exploration turned into a health emergency after a suspected hantavirus outbreak on board left three passengers dead and…

Eli Lilly flags fake Mounjaro sales in India

Eli Lilly has raised an alert in India after fake versions of its diabetes and weight-loss drug Mounjaro were found being sold…

Canada approves first generic Ozempic by Dr Reddy’s

In a move that could make diabetes treatment more affordable, Canada has approved the first generic version of the widely used drug…

West Bengal sees record 92.4% voter turnout

West Bengal witnessed an impressive turnout of voters in the 2026 Assembly elections, with around 92.4% of eligible voters casting their votes.…

WHO clears first malaria drug for newborns

The World Health Organization (WHO) has approved the first malaria treatment specifically designed for newborns and very young infants, filling a long-standing…

20 died as bus falls into gorge in Udhampur

At least 20 people were killed and several others injured after a passenger bus fell into a deep gorge in Jammu and…

China urges Iran to keep Hormuz open

China has urged Iran to ensure free and safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, saying stability in the key shipping lane…

Syringe reuse triggers HIV outbreak in Pakistan hospital

A major investigation has found that at least 331 children were infected with HIV in Pakistan, with unsafe medical practices at a…