An outbreak of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) in China has raised alarm globally. Several countries, including India, are monitoring the virus and its spread closely. But should one worry about it? How is this virus similar to the COVID-19 virus? What are its symptoms, and what have experts said so far? Is there a vaccine for … Read more
Human Metapneumovirus: Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) official Dr Atul Goyal suggested taking general precautions against all respiratory infections New Delhi:A top official of the country’s repository of technical knowledge on medical issues has asked people not to panic over the spread of the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) in China.Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) … Read more
The World Health Organization has urged China to share data on the origins of the Covid pandemic, five years on from its start in the city of Wuhan.”This is a moral and scientific imperative,” the WHO said in a statement to mark what it called the “milestone” anniversary.”Without transparency, sharing, and co-operation among countries, the … Read more
KARACHI: The Federal Insurance Ombudsman, Mumtaz Ali Shah, has announced that the year 2025 will be observed as the “Year of Awareness” regarding insurance-related issues across the country.During an online conference with regional insurance officers, Mumtaz Ali Shah directed that all pending cases be resolved on an urgent basis by March next year. He stressed … Read more
Germans who are detained or in custody abroad receive support from consular officers. This consular support includes visits in prison, trying to obtain better detention conditions, monitoring trials and maintaining contact with family members.Now that the COVID‑19 pandemic is over, the number of Germans travelling abroad is steadily rising again. In 2025, our missions abroad … Read more
Tamil Nadu will continue its no-detention policy for students up to Class 8, countering the Centre’s decision allowing detainment for failing students in Classes 5 and 8. This move is seen as detrimental to underprivileged children seeking uninterrupted education Tamil Nadu will uphold its ‘no-detention policy’ for students up to Class 8, School Education Minister … Read more
(SAHIs) are expected to lead the health insurance segment’s growth in India, with a projected compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 20-22% over the next two years. This outpaces the overall health insurance sector, which is forecasted to grow at 17-18% annually, according to CareEdge Ratings. The segment’s share within general insurance is likely to … Read more
Fitch Ratings-New York-20 December 2024: North American life insurer credit losses will remain benign in 2025, despite modest increases due to ongoing pressure on commercial real estate (CRE) assets, reflecting secular shifts and macroeconomic trends, Fitch Ratings says. Commercial real estate losses will continue to gradually emerge but are expected remain within ratings expectations relative … Read more