The deceased, Namrata Sherkar, a resident of Shahgad in adjoining Jalna district, was in a relationship with a man from a different community.

The observation was made while the the bench was hearing petition filed in 2015 by the All India Judges Association.

China reports a rise in human metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases this winter, sparking regional concern. Improved testing capabilities have highlighted the pathogen as a key cause of respiratory illnesses. HMPV symptoms are generally mild but can lead to severe cases in high-risk groups. Unlike Covid-19, HMPV isn’t new, but vigilant monitoring continues.