India is facing a fresh outbreak of the Nipah virus in Kerala’s Malappuram and Kozhikode districts. Multiple cases and some deaths have been confirmed. Nipah is a zoonotic virus, spreading from fruit bats to humans, with a fatality rate up to 75%. It can also spread between people through close contact. In West Bengal, five more cases appeared, and about 100 close contacts, including health workers, are quarantined. Symptoms range from fever and muscle pain to severe brain inflammation and breathing problems. There is no vaccine or cure, only supportive care. The World Health Organization lists Nipah as a priority due to its deadly nature and outbreak risks. Across Asia, airports have increased passenger screenings. In India, fever clinics operate at international terminals. The UAE Ministry of Health is screening travelers arriving from affected areas, especially Kerala. Despite no confirmed cases in the UAE, authorities remain alert but calm. Health experts say risk to normal travelers is low unless they have close contact with infected persons or visit outbreak zones. They stress that Nipah does not spread as easily as COVID-19. Residents returning from Kerala should watch for symptoms up to 14 days. Maintaining good hygiene and following official advice are key to preventing spread. The UAE’s early action and strict monitoring keep the chance of local cases very small.