Explained | Why Nipah virus outbreak in India is setting off global alarm bells

Feb 2, 2026 - 09:48
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Explained | Why Nipah virus outbreak in India is setting off global alarm bells
Two Nipah virus cases in India’s West Bengal have triggered heightened airport screening across Asia, as countries move to prevent cross-border spread during peak holiday travel. While the virus is deadly, health officials say the outbreak is contained, human-to-human transmission is limited, and the risk of a global pandemic remains low.

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