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Hindustan Times
4 hours ago
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Bird flu confirmed in Rampur; sale of chicken, eggs banned for 21 days
Bareilly , The Rampur district administration has banned the sale and transport of eggs and other poultry products for 21 days after bird flu was confirmed at a poultry farm in Sehor village, where over 15,000 chickens have died, officials said on Tuesday. Bird flu confirmed in Rampur; sale of chicken, eggs banned for 21 days District Magistrate Jogendra Singh convened an emergency meeting on Monday and ordered the closure of all chicken shops, including eateries serving chicken, across the district for three weeks. He also prohibited the movement of poultry and poultry products within and outside the district until further notice. Control rooms have been set up at the district and Bilaspur tehsil levels to monitor the situation, the officials said. Following the death of thousands of birds at poultry farms in Singhore and Sehora villages in Bilaspur, the administration sealed the area in a one-kilometre radius around the affected farm and declared a 10-km area as a surveillance zone. The Director of the Indian Veterinary Research Institute , Bareilly, Triveni Dutt, said the presence of the Avian Influenza H5 virus was confirmed in tests conducted on five samples from Rampur at both IVRI and the High Security Animal Disease Laboratory in Bhopal. The IVRI tested the samples on August 8, with positive results, and sent them to HSADL on August 9 for further confirmation. HSADL tested the samples on August 10 and confirmed the presence of the virus on August 11, following which advisories were issued. At the Central Avian Research Institute , Izatnagar, Bareilly, Director Ashok Kumar Tiwari said precautionary measures are already in place in the institute, but additional safeguards are being implemented in view of the outbreak. Entry of outsiders and vehicles has been prohibited, and officials' vehicles are being parked outside the premises. All water sources and potential water-collection points inside the institute are being covered to prevent wild birds from entering. Reflectors have been installed at farmhouses and broiler research areas, he said. The state Animal Husbandry Department has instructed all veterinary officers to immediately conduct sampling and follow necessary protocols if bird deaths are reported at any poultry farm, and to share information with higher authorities. Officials said the department collects 20 samples each month from different areas for testing at IVRI, and no positive cases have been found in Bareilly so far. However, authorities in Bareilly are on alert due to its proximity to Rampur, officials added. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
News18
4 hours ago
- Health
- News18
Bird flu confirmed in Rampur; sale of chicken, eggs banned for 21 days
Last Updated: Bareilly (UP), Aug 12 (PTI) The Rampur district administration has banned the sale and transport of eggs and other poultry products for 21 days after bird flu (Avian Influenza H5 virus) was confirmed at a poultry farm in Sehor village, where over 15,000 chickens have died, officials said on Tuesday. District Magistrate Jogendra Singh convened an emergency meeting on Monday and ordered the closure of all chicken shops, including eateries serving chicken, across the district for three weeks. He also prohibited the movement of poultry and poultry products within and outside the district until further notice. Control rooms have been set up at the district and Bilaspur tehsil levels to monitor the situation, the officials said. Following the death of thousands of birds at poultry farms in Singhore and Sehora villages in Bilaspur, the administration sealed the area in a one-kilometre radius around the affected farm and declared a 10-km area as a surveillance zone. The Director of the Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI), Bareilly, Triveni Dutt, said the presence of the Avian Influenza H5 virus was confirmed in tests conducted on five samples from Rampur at both IVRI and the High Security Animal Disease Laboratory (HSADL) in Bhopal. The IVRI tested the samples on August 8, with positive results, and sent them to HSADL on August 9 for further confirmation. HSADL tested the samples on August 10 and confirmed the presence of the virus on August 11, following which advisories were issued. At the Central Avian Research Institute (CARI), Izatnagar, Bareilly, Director Ashok Kumar Tiwari said precautionary measures are already in place in the institute, but additional safeguards are being implemented in view of the outbreak. Entry of outsiders and vehicles has been prohibited, and officials' vehicles are being parked outside the premises. All water sources and potential water-collection points inside the institute are being covered to prevent wild birds from entering. Reflectors have been installed at farmhouses and broiler research areas, he said. The state Animal Husbandry Department has instructed all veterinary officers to immediately conduct sampling and follow necessary protocols if bird deaths are reported at any poultry farm, and to share information with higher authorities. Officials said the department collects 20 samples each month from different areas for testing at IVRI, and no positive cases have been found in Bareilly so far. However, authorities in Bareilly are on alert due to its proximity to Rampur, officials added. PTI CORR ABN RT view comments First Published: August 12, 2025, 18:45 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
7 days ago
- General
- Time of India
Watch: Six Bengal Tiger cubs born at Delhi Zoo, marking largest litter in over a decade
Delhi Zoo has a big reason to cheer. Six Royal Bengal tiger cubs were born here on April 21, 2025, marking the largest tiger litter at the zoo in two decades. As per the zoo officials, the cubs were delivered by a 7-year-old tigress named Aditi, who was brought to the zoo from the Gorewada Rescue Centre in Nagpur in 2021. This is her first litter. The father is a white tiger named Vijay. While white tigers differ in colour due to a lack of pheomelanin, they belong to the same species as Bengal tigers. The zoo has confirmed that all six cubs survived the crucial first 48 hours after birth. The animals are currently under 24x7 CCTV surveillance, and the zoo staff are monitoring the mother and cubs continuously to ensure their health and safety. Read more: Exploring wild side of Goa: 5 wildlife sanctuaries that are a treat to the senses Aditi had previously failed to conceive during earlier breeding attempts with two other tigers, Karan and Hari, in 2023 and 2024. Veterinary officer Dr. Abhijit Bhawal stated that confirmation of pregnancy came from the Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI) on May 26, 2025. The successful birth followed the eventual pairing with Vijay, who had previously fathered tiger cubs Avni and Vyom. Siddhi's previous litter provided important insights for the zoo. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like If You Eat Ginger Everyday for 1 Month This is What Happens Tips and Tricks Undo Although three cubs did not survive, the experience offered valuable information on maternal behaviour, enclosure-related stress, and postnatal care. These learnings helped shape the care plan for Aditi. Under the guidance of Dr. Abhijit Bhawal, the veterinary team refined key aspects of her management— including diet, movement, temperature regulation, and medical monitoring. In the weeks before delivery, Aditi was kept isolated and calm to minimise stress. This marks the second successful birth of Bengal tiger cubs at the zoo since 2005. In 2023, another tigress named Siddhi, also from Gorewada, gave birth to five cubs — only two of which survived. Siddhi's birth had ended an 18-year-long gap in Bengal tiger births at the zoo. Read more: Beyond Gangtok: 5 hill stations in Sikkim that define peace and serenity The zoo currently houses six white tigers and seven Bengal tigers. With the birth of the new cubs, the enclosures are being expanded to accommodate the growing tiger population. The Delhi Zoo was inaugurated on November 1, 1959. In 2010, under the Central Zoo Authority's conservation breeding programme for 73 critically endangered species, the zoo was designated as a breeding centre for tigers.
Hindustan Times
05-08-2025
- General
- Hindustan Times
Six Bengal tiger cubs born at Delhi Zoo
Six Bengal tiger cubs were born at the Delhi Zoo on Monday morning, the largest litter born at the zoo in two decades, officials said. The cubs were born to Aditi, a 7-year-old tigress, and white tiger Vijay, building on the zoo's ongoing breeding efforts. In 2023 , another tigress, Siddhi, gave birth to five cubs, two of which survived. The newborn cubs with their mother. (HT Photo) The zoo said it will monitor the mother and cubs 24x7 through CCTV surveillance, adding that the first 48 hours are crucial for any litter. 'The cubs were born to tigress Aditi, who is aged between 7 and 8 years. She gave birth to six cubs between 9 and 11am and this is her first litter,' said Delhi zoo director Sanjeet Kumar, adding that the tigress was of wild origins and was acquired from the Gorewada rescue centre in Nagpur. 'So far, the tigress is taking care of the cubs while we constantly monitor it. Surveillance through CCTV cameras will continue 24x7,' said the bird of the latest litter, the zoo had six white tigers and seven Bengal tigers. In 2023, tigress Siddhi, who was also acquired from Gorewada in Nagpur, gave birth to five cubs, marking the first successful birth of Bengal tiger cubs at the zoo in nearly 18 years. However, only two eventually survived, with three stillborn. In 2005, a litter of six was delivered but only two survived. Meanwhile, the last white tiger birth came in 2022, when white tigress Sita delivered three cubs of which two survived. In 2015, a litter of five white tiger cubs was also born. Zoo officials said Aditi mated with the white tiger Vijay, who also produced white tiger offsprings in 2022. White tigers lack the pigment pheomelanin, which gives Bengal tigers their distinctive orange hue. However, both are the same species. 'They are different colours but are technically the Bengal tiger only,' Kumar added. Delhi zoo veterinary officer Abhijit Bhawal said they had been trying to breed Aditi since 2023, with failed attempts in both 2023 and 2024. 'In 2023, we tried mating Aditi with Karan. After no success, we tried with another Bengal tiger named Hari, but that, too, failed. Finally, we tried breeding with Vijay – who is the father of tigers Avni and Vyom, and had success,' said Bhawal, adding that they received confirmation of the pregnancy on May 26 from the Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI). 'The cubs are all in the cell with the mother. We are monitoring them closely. The next 48 hours are crucial in order to ensure the litter survives,' Bhawal said, adding that five of the clubs appeared to be doing well. The zoo has been housing tigers since its inauguration on November 1, 1959. In 2010, the Central Zoo Authority (CZA) started a planned conservation breeding programme of 73 critically endangered wild animal species, as part of the National Zoo Policy 1998. Under it, the Delhi Zoo was chosen to conserve and breed tigers.
NDTV
04-08-2025
- General
- NDTV
6 Cubs Born To Royal Bengal Tiger In Delhi Zoo, Largest Litter In 20 Years
New Delhi: The Delhi Zoo on Monday celebrated the birth of six Bengal Tiger cubs -- the biggest litter recorded at the facility in the last two decades. In a success for conservation breeding, the cubs were born between 9 AM and 11 AM to a seven-year-old tigress, Aditi, who was brought to the zoo from the Gorewada Rescue Centre in Nagpur. This is her first litter, officials said. Delhi Zoo Director Sanjeet Kumar said the mother and cubs are being closely monitored through CCTV surveillance as the first 48 hours are critical for the newborns. "The tigress is of wild origin and is taking care of the cubs. We are observing her round-the-clock," he said. Prior to this litter, the zoo housed six white tigers and seven Royal Bengal tigers. A similar birth was recorded in 2023 when tigress Siddhi, also from Gorewada, gave birth to five cubs -- the first successful Royal Bengal tiger birth at the zoo in nearly 18 years. However, only two cubs survived. In 2005, a six-cub litter was also born, but only two survived. Veterinary officer Abhijit Bhawal said the zoo had been trying to breed Aditi since 2023. Initial mating attempts with tigers Karan and Hari were unsuccessful. It was only after pairing her with white tiger Vijay -- the father of previous cubs Avni and Vyom -- that the pregnancy occurred. The confirmation came on May 26 from the Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI). "The cubs are in the cell with their mother. Five of them appear to be doing well. We're keeping a close watch," Bhawal said. White tiger Vijay, who sired the litter, also fathered cubs in 2022. White tigers lack the orange pigment pheomelanin but are considered the same species as Royal Bengal tigers. "They are technically Royal Bengal tigers, just with different colouring," Kumar explained. The last white tiger birth at Delhi Zoo took place in 2022 when tigress Sita delivered three cubs, of which two survived. Another five-cub litter was recorded in 2015. The Delhi Zoo, which opened in 1959, is part of the Central Zoo Authority's conservation breeding programme for endangered species under the National Zoo Policy, and has been designated for tiger conservation since 2010. PTI NSM RT RT
