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HSV Outbreak Reported in Jalpaiguri Central Correctional Home, West Bengal

March 16, 2026

Overcrowding Linked to Herpes Virus Outbreak in Jalpaiguri Prison

A viral outbreak at Jalpaiguri Central Correctional Home in Jalpaiguri has raised significant public health concerns after 92 inmates tested positive for the Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) between August 2025 and March 2026. Official records indicate that seven prisoners died from complications associated with the infection. The incident highlights the vulnerability of closed institutional settings such as prisons to the rapid spread of infectious diseases.

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Hyderabad’s Musi River Rejuvenation Project to Link Major Heritage Sites

March 16, 2026

Musi Riverfront Plan Aims to Create Cultural Tourism Corridor in Hyderabad

Authorities in Hyderabad have identified several historic monuments and civic landmarks as part of the proposed Musi River Rejuvenation Project. The initiative aims to combine ecological restoration of the Musi River with heritage conservation by developing a cultural tourism corridor along the riverbanks. The project highlights the river’s historical importance in shaping the city’s growth, architecture and cultural identity.

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“KPop Demon Hunters” Wins Best Animated Feature at the 98th Academy Awards

March 16, 2026

Netflix’s “KPop Demon Hunters” Triumphs at Oscars 2026

The animated film KPop Demon Hunters won the Best Animated Feature award at the 98th Academy Awards held at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Released by Netflix, the film emerged as one of the biggest winners of the night, outperforming other nominees such as Arco, Elio, The Character of Rain, and Zootopia 2.

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India Tops Medal Table at World Para Athletics Grand Prix 2026 New Delhi

March 16, 2026

India Wins 208 Medals at Para Athletics Grand Prix 2026 in New Delhi

India delivered a dominant performance at the World Para Athletics Grand Prix 2026 New Delhi, finishing at the top of the medal standings with a remarkable haul of 208 medals. The three-day event concluded at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, where Indian athletes secured 75 gold, 69 silver and 64 bronze medals.

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BCCI Naman Awards 2026: Shubman Gill and Smriti Mandhana Named Cricketers of the Year

March 16, 2026

India’s World Cup Champions Honoured at BCCI Naman Awards 2026

The Board of Control for Cricket in India celebrated the achievements of India’s World Cup-winning teams at the BCCI Naman Awards 2026 held in New Delhi. The event honoured exceptional performances by Indian cricketers across international and domestic formats during the 2024–25 season.

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