India confirms first case of H1N1 flu

"He is an Indian. He was identified at the screening at the airport and was quarantined, and his samples were drawn and they have tested positive," said Vineet Choudhary, joint secretary, health ministry.

The man, who was unidentified, was reportedly travelling from New York to Hyderabad, Choudhary said, adding those close to the man have been isolated and their health is being monitored.

His co-passengers on the flight to India are also being tracked down.

The World Health Organisation (Who) has said that some 7,500 people have been infected with the influenza strain that is a mixture of swine, bird and human viruses. H1N1 flu has now killed 65 people in 34 countries, Who has said.

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