Another outbreak? After Chikkamagaluru, 53-year-old woman tests +ve for 'Monkey Fever' in Shivamogga
Shivamogga: The return of the Kyasanur Forest Disease (KFD), also known as 'monkey fever,' has been confirmed in Shivamogga district. A 53-year-old woman residing in Attisara village near Shedgar in Theerthahalli taluk tested positive for the disease during an RT-PCR test.
The affected woman is currently undergoing treatment at Theerthahalli Taluk Hospital, where doctors report that her health condition remains stable. Attisara village, located on the fringes of the forest in the taluk, had previously recorded cases of monkey fever during the earlier outbreak of the disease.
A recent case in Gunavanthe village of Koppa taluk in Chikkamagaluru district raised concerns. Initially, the patient tested negative during the first test but later tested positive, prompting health authorities to intensify monitoring efforts.
Following the recent confirmation in Attisara village, the Health Department officials are actively engaged in raising awareness among residents living in areas bordering the forest.
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Indian Defence forces committed to adapting to changing environment: CDS General Chauhan
Hyderabad (PTI): Asserting that war and warfare is at the cusp of a major revolution, Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan on Saturday said the Indian Defence forces are committed to adapting to changing environment and imbibing reforms to remain ready and relevant.
Addressing the Combined Graduation Parade (CGP) of 216 Course held at the Air Force Academy at Dundigal near here, General Chauhan said India's strength rests on robust institutions, democratic stability, and unwavering professionalism of our Armed Forces.
He said the intensity of operations may have ebbed, but Operation Sindoor continues.
"You (new officers) also join the Air Force at a moment when a new normal has firmly taken shape. An era defined by a high degree of operational preparedness, 24-7, 365 days. The intensity of operations may have ebbed, but Operation Sindhur continues," he said.
He further said the newly trained officers are entering the Indian Air Force during a phase of deep transformation of the Indian Armed Forces.
Integrated structures, joint operations, and national pursuit of Atmanirbhar Bharat in defence are shaping the future of India's military strength, he said.
"Your journey ahead will be accordingly guided by Jai, the first word of Jai Hind, that's victory. 'J' stands for jointness, fighting as one nation, one force. 'A' stands for Atmanirbhar Bharat, trusted platforms and systems made not just for India but for the world. And finally, 'I' for innovation, daring to think ahead and to be ahead of the curve," he explained.
General Chauhan further said battles in the older domains will always remain contested, often brutal. But in the new domains, they will be smart, swift, and shaped by intellect, innovation, and initiative. The force that masters new frontiers is more likely to prevail in future conflicts.
