H5N1 Bird Flu Detected In Peacocks In Karnataka; Surveillance Intensified Across 38 Villages

H5N1 Bird Flu Detected In Peacocks In Karnataka; Surveillance Intensified Across 38 Villages

Last Updated:May 03, 2026, 10:48 IST Karnataka confirms H5N1 bird flu in dead peacocks in Tumakuru. Karnataka health dept orders strict monitoring. Over 44 peacocks were found dead in villages in Tumakuru district. (PTI photo) The Karnataka Health Department has stepped up surveillance in parts of Tumakuru district after H5N1 avian influenza, commonly known as…

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Bengaluru Highway Dhabas Fined Rs 1.45 Lakh After Surprise Inspections Reveal Hygiene Violations

Bengaluru Highway Dhabas Fined Rs 1.45 Lakh After Surprise Inspections Reveal Hygiene Violations

After a long and tiring ride, indulging in scrumptious food at dhabas along highways provides a sense of relief. Agree? However, food hygiene at these dhabas has always been a major concern. Regular inspections of these eateries can help regulate food quality and maintain standards. What food safety officials from the Karnataka Health Department recently…

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