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Monkey Fever Death in Karnataka Highlights Hidden Risks of Kyasanur Forest Disease

February 01, 2026

Rare KFD Death Raises Public Health Concerns

The death of a 29-year-old man from Tirthahalli in Karnataka has drawn renewed attention to Kyasanur Forest Disease (KFD), a tick-borne viral infection commonly referred to as monkey fever. The patient succumbed to the illness on January 28 at a hospital in Udupi, despite early diagnosis and prompt referral, an outcome that health officials have described as unusual.

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Vishwamitri River Nears Flood Alert Level in Vadodara After Heavy Gujarat Rains

February 01, 2026

Rising Water Levels Trigger Caution in Vadodara

Continuous rainfall across central and eastern Gujarat has pushed the Vishwamitri River close to its flood alert level in Vadodara, prompting precautionary measures by civic authorities. While officials have ruled out an immediate flood threat, the situation has revived public concern, especially in light of the devastating floods experienced in August 2024.

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NPS Swasthya Pension Scheme: Linking Retirement Savings with Healthcare Spending

February 01, 2026

NSPS: A New Attempt to Blend Pension and Healthcare Planning

The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority has launched the NPS Swasthya Pension Scheme (NSPS) on a pilot basis, introducing a novel idea—using a portion of retirement savings to meet healthcare expenses. While the scheme offers flexibility for routine medical costs, financial planners caution that it is suitable only for a narrow group of subscribers and should not be viewed as an alternative to health insurance.

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Rare Jumping Spider Species Recorded in Assam for the First Time in India

February 01, 2026

Rare Jumping Spider Expands India’s Biodiversity Record

India’s biodiversity map has gained a notable new entry with the documentation of a rare jumping spider species in Assam. Researchers have recorded Colyttus bilineatus for the first time in the country, underscoring the ecological significance of southern Assam and the need for closer scientific attention to its forest ecosystems.

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Uttar Pradesh Wins ‘Most Proactive State’ Award Under UDAN for Boosting Regional Air Connectivity

February 01, 2026

Uttar Pradesh Leads in Regional Aviation Expansion

Uttar Pradesh has strengthened its position in India’s civil aviation ecosystem after being awarded the ‘Most Proactive State’ honour under the Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS)–UDAN in the Non-Priority Area category. The national recognition highlights the state’s sustained efforts to expand affordable air connectivity, especially by linking smaller cities with major economic centres.

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