How the future could resemble the past
- Health
- January 15, 2015

Some of the world’s leading makers of flu vaccines say they could make hundreds of millions of bird flu shots for humans within months if a new strain of avian influenza ever jumps across the species divide. One current outbreak of avian flu known as H5N1 clade 2.3.4.4b has killed record numbers of birds and
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The Uttarakhand Special Task Force (STF) arrested a 30-year-old man from Mori, Uttarkashi, on Wednesday for illegal possession of two leopard hides. Arrest Based on Wildlife Crime Intelligence The STF, acting on intelligence provided by Delhi’s Wildlife Crime Control Bureau (WCCB), launched an operation and apprehended the suspect, identified as Brijmohan, who is known by
READ MOREValley of Flowers 2025 Season Ends on October 31 The world-famous Valley of Flowers in Uttarakhand, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, officially closed to visitors on October 31, 2025. Known for its breathtaking alpine meadows and rare flora, the site saw a sharp drop in tourist numbers this year due to untimely snowfall that transformed
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Uttarakhand is witnessing a weather shift as rain and snowfall are expected in the mountainous regions due to a fresh Western Disturbance, while the plains continue to experience unseasonal heat. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued alerts for travellers and residents to stay cautious. Heat Persists in Plains The plains of Uttarakhand, including Dehradun
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Uttarakhand is experiencing mild weather on December 12, 2024, with the recorded temperature at 16.67°C. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the minimum temperature will be 5.68°C, while the maximum is expected to reach 20.75°C. Current humidity levels are at 18%, and the wind speed is 18 km/h. The sky is clear, offering a
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