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Pushkar Mela hit by lumpy skin disease

Pushkar Mela hit by lumpy skin disease

November 14, 2022

Cattle trading is a key highlight of the colourful and vibrant fair Pushkar which is held annually in the holy month of Kartik in Pushkar town, in Rajasthan, around 150 km away from the state capital, Jaipur. The cattle fair is held on the dunes in Pushkar and to which dozens of ...

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Bird flu reported in New Delhi

Bird flu reported in New Delhi

October 21, 2016

As the news of avian influenza spreads across New Delhi, the Indian capital, authorities take precautionary measures and poultry traders prepare for fall in demand. Visitors to Delhi should be alert too.

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Zika threat serious, India cautious

Zika threat serious, India cautious

September 7, 2016

India looking into the potential threat Zika virus poses in the country after more than 250 cases reported in Singapore.

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Monsoon in Delhi brings Dengue outbreak fears

Monsoon in Delhi brings Dengue outbreak fears

June 30, 2016

As monsoon proceeded towards its commencement in April this year, there was a relief from mosquitoes causing dengue and malaria, but the city seems to be under the web of dengue fever yet again as the monsoon showers drench the city.

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