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.

Eight District Reserve Guard (DRG) policemen and one driver were killed on Monday as the SUV carrying them became the target of an IED blast