My comment on thelancet.com/action/showPdf… The findings by Frenck and colleagues represent a milestone in the NiV vaccine development pipeline, with convincing clinical evidence for the safety and immunogenicity of the HeV-sG-V vaccine candidate. @TheLancet @TheLancetInfDis

The circulation of the Nipah virus in the bats from a wider region of the country, warrant the necessity of an integrated One Health approach for better preparedness. sciencedirect.com/science/ar…

nature.com/articles/s44298-0… Two geographies, one virus: What recurrent Nipah spillover in India reveals

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Shete A, Sahay RR, Kumar A, DM P, Munj V, Patil DY, et al. Field evaluation of Kyasanur forest disease (KFD) real-time PCR point-of-care assay. Indian J Med Res. 2026;163:725-30. We evaluated the diagnostic performance, and operational feasibility of a point of care (POC) assay

📢 Save the Dates: ISHG2027 ICMR-NIRBID is pleased to host the 51st Annual Meeting of the Indian Society of Human Genetics. 🗓️ 2-4 February 2027; 📍Mumbai. Stay tuned for updates on registrations and abstract submissions. #ICMRNIRBID #ISHG #HumanGenetics #Genomics

Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India Prof. @AjaySoodIISc spoke in the NDTV India Unbound Conclave focusing on the theme of ‘Science Powering India’s Future’ held at Le Meridien, New Delhi on 4 June 2026. In the fireside chat, Prof. Sood highlighted the critical role of science and technology in achieving Viksit Bharat@2047 by driving innovations and economic growth. He remarked on the importance of funds such as RDI fund that can help in de-risking research and encouraging private-sector investment and participation in research. It is also equally important to encourage innovation and entrepreneurship from a young age, and this is facilitated by missions such as Atal Innovation Mission. He emphasised on the need to develop strong domestic capabilities in critical technologies such as AI, semiconductors, space, biotechnology, quantum and clean energy. Missions such as IndiaAI Mission, Green Hydrogen Mission, etc. are force multipliers in this direction. Prof. Sood concluded by emphasising on how transitioning from technology adopter to a global technology creator will strengthen national security, strategic autonomy, and technological sovereignty. Prof. Sood called on India’s young talent and future leaders to work towards the goal of Viksit Bharat and create, govern, and scale technologies in a way that strengthens national security, economic competitiveness, and the quality of life for its citizens. Watch the full interview: youtu.be/jMKBHbZf82Y

Laboratory Resilience: Future- Proofing Laboratory Infrastructure, Operations, and Networks Resilience by Design: Private Sector Innovations for Future-Proof Laboratories Peter Boase Lisa McDonald Global Health Security Fund Dr. Pragya Yadav

nature.com/articles/s41591-0… Index case of Ebola in Uganda an early data released

As always you were fabulous and spoken mind when it come to infectious diseases, what we learned , what we did best , what we need to do better @mvankerkhove

#WATCH | This World Environment Day, a young voice from Sikkim carries a powerful message for the future. Grace Wangchuk Bhutia reminds us that protecting the environment begins with simple everyday actions. Her heartfelt appeal underscores the importance of collective responsibility in preserving nature and building a cleaner, greener and more sustainable world for future generations. #WorldEnvironmentDay @moefcc @MIB_India @PIB_India

🌏Inspired by Nature . For Climate . For Our Future🌱 On #WorldEnvironmentDay, ICMR is advancing environmental health through research, innovation, and environmental surveillance, driving evidence-based solutions for a healthier future. 🌿 #NowForClimate

This #WorldEnvironmentDay, envisioning a future of Biohappiness, where human well-being is based on sustainable use of natural resources. In addition to #GDP, we shld measure human, social & natural capital as measure of sustainable development! @byadavbjp @NITIAayog @PMOIndia

🌿#WorldEnvironmentDay 2026: "Inspired by Nature. For Climate. For Our Future". Let's protect the environment that sustains human, animal, and ecosystem health because a healthy environment is the foundation of healthy lives 🌍#OneHealth @ICMRDELHI @DeptHealthRes @PrinSciAdvOff

Updated @WHO Rapid Risk Assessment #Ebola disease caused by #Bundibugyo virus, Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda v2 (published 26 May 2026) who.int/publications/m/item/…

#Ebola outbreaks: There are currently no approved vaccines or treatments available for the #Bundibugyo virus. Our teams, along the Democratic Republic of Congo’s MOH are working to contain the spread of the disease and strengthen patient care: doctorswithoutborders.ca/dem…

#HealthForAll Union Health Minister Shri @JPNadda Reviews Preparedness Measures for Ebola Disease in view of rising cases in parts of Africa India has not reported any case of Bundibugyo Ebola disease till date: Shri Nadda WHO Declares Ebola Outbreak a Public Health Emergency of International Concern; Africa CDC Declares Public Health Emergency of Continental Security Shri Nadda directed the Secretary, Ministry of Health, the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) to keep all necessary arrangements for tracking, testing, and surveillance in a constant state of readiness Enhanced screening and surveillance measures have been initiated at international airports and other points of entry, and advisories along with SOPs on screening, quarantine, clinical management, laboratory testing and infection prevention practices have been shared with States/ UTs Centre is Monitoring the Ebola Situation and Continues Close Coordination with International Agencies pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.…

Union Health Minister @JPNadda reviews Preparedness Measures for #Ebola Disease in view of rising cases in parts of Africa ➡️India has not reported any case of Bundibugyo Ebola disease till date ➡️ @WHO Declares Ebola Outbreak a Public Health Emergency of International Concern; Africa CDC Declares Public Health Emergency of Continental Security ➡️Union Minister directed the Secretary, Ministry of Health, the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) to keep all necessary arrangements for tracking, testing, and surveillance in a constant state of readiness ➡️Enhanced screening and surveillance measures have been initiated at international airports and other points of entry, and advisories along with SOPs on screening, quarantine, clinical management, laboratory testing and infection prevention practices have been shared with States/ UTs ➡️Centre is Monitoring the Ebola Situation and Continues Close Coordination with International Agencies Read here: pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.… @MoHFW_INDIA

Prof. M. Srinivas, Member, NITI Aayog, as Chief Guest, delivered Keynote address at the ‘National Consultation on Countering Nicotine and Tobacco Addiction in India: From Evidence to Action’, organized by ICMR-National Institute Of Cancer Prevention & Research. Prof. M. Srinivas exhorted that India's response to tobacco and nicotine addiction must be guided by science. Nicotine, irrespective of its delivery mechanism, poses significant risks, particularly to children and young people. He further emphasised that as new nicotine products emerge, policies, regulations, and public health strategies must evolve with equal urgency to protect future generations and advance the vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047. #ViksitBharat #TobaccoControl @PMOIndia @narendramodi @Rao_InderjitS @MIB_India @PIB_India @DDNewslive @ashoklahiribjp @icmr_nicpr @ICMRDELHI

Proud to share that our Comment was featured in last week’s Nature Briefing: Microbiology, which goes out to thousands of subscribers every week (link here: mailchi.mp/nature/microbiolo…). There’s no one way to handle Nipah nature.com/articles/s44298-0… @Nature @ICMRDELHI @MoHFW_INDIA