– A 14-year-old boy from Kerala died after testing positive for Nipah virus
– Centre has sent a team to investigate the case and provide technical assistance
– Active search for Nipah cases in the boy’s family and contacts advised
– Monoclonal antibodies against the infection were sent by ICMR but could not be used due to the boy’s poor condition
– Outbreaks of Nipah in India are rare, with the latest being in 2023 in Kerala
– Precautions like washing fruits and avoiding contact with infected animals suggested to prevent infection