Farmer leader G.C. Bayyareddy passes away
Bengaluru: G.C. Bayyareddy, a prominent CPI(M) leader and president of the Karnataka Pranta Raitha Sangha, passed away on Saturday at Apollo Hospital in Bengaluru. Bayyareddy, who was suffering from respiratory issues, was undergoing treatment in the intensive care unit but succumbed despite medical efforts.
His mortal remains will be kept for public viewing on Saturday from 10 AM to 4 PM at the CPI(M) state office, EMS Bhavan, in Mahalakshmi Layout, Bengaluru.
Expressing condolences, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said, "Bayyareddy was a tireless advocate for the rights of farmers and workers, dedicating his life to their welfare. I share the grief of his family and well-wishers during this difficult time."
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HMPV cases in India: Health Ministry confirms two cases in Karnataka
Bengaluru: The Union health ministry on Monday confirmed that two cases of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases have been detected in Karnataka.
These cases were identified through the Indian Council of Medical Research’s (ICMR) routine surveillance for various respiratory viruses, aligning with their ongoing efforts to monitor respiratory illnesses nationwide.
An 8-month-old male infant, who tested positive for HMPV on January 3, 2025, after being admitted to Baptist Hospital in Bengaluru with bronchopneumonia, is now recovering.
A 3-month-old female infant, diagnosed with HMPV after being admitted to Baptist Hospital in Bengaluru for bronchopneumonia, has since been discharged.
The ministry mentioned that neither of the affected patients have any history of international travel.
"ICMR will continue to track trends in HMPV circulation throughout the year. The World Health Organization (WHO) is already providing timely updates regarding the situation in China to further inform ongoing measures," it said in a statement.
Meanwhile, the Karnataka state health department has maintained that there is no cause for concern.
