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Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorIT and ComputersBiotechnology
31 Jul, 2026

Parliament Question: Biotechnology And AI Based Research

Government expands biotechnology and AI research, integrating computational biology, genomics, and medical imaging for precision diagnostics and inclusive growth.

Women and Women's OrganizationsPopulation and Associated IssuesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth Sector
30 Jul, 2026

India's Fertility Decline Story Is Not Yet A Crisis. It Is A Policy Story, Pg14

India's fertility decline, driven by unmet family planning needs and son preference, is a complex policy story, not a crisis.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth Sector
30 Jul, 2026

On antibiotics, problem isn't just overprescribing, Pg14

India's antibiotic overuse, driven by systemic healthcare weaknesses, necessitates urgent reforms in infection control, diagnostics, and public education to combat antimicrobial resistance.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorScience and Technology in Everyday Life
30 Jul, 2026

Dengue Vaccine Must Complement Prevention, Pg13

India approves Qdenga, its first dengue vaccine, emphasizing integrated vector management and public health strategies for comprehensive disease control.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorEconomics of Animal RearingScience and Technology in Everyday Life
27 Jul, 2026

For antibiotics, the right dose is restraint, Pg12

Global study exposes India's alarming antibiotic overuse, with 'watch' drugs fueling antimicrobial resistance, demanding urgent policy and healthcare reforms.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorScience and Technology in Everyday LifeBiotechnology
27 Jul, 2026

India’s first dengue vaccine arrives with a crucial safety caveat, Pg2

India approves first dengue vaccine, Qdenga, but experts warn of heightened severe dengue risk for seronegative children, urging mandatory pre-vaccination screening.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesHealth SectorBiotechnology
26 Jul, 2026

Urban food habits rewriting gut microbiome in India, says study, Pg11

New study reveals urban Indian diets are rewriting gut microbiomes, fueling a dramatic surge in diabetes, obesity, and hypertension rates.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth Sector
26 Jul, 2026

Rajasthan on alert after deaths linked to Chandipura virus, Pg11

Rajasthan health department intensifies surveillance and vector control after Chandipura virus deaths of two young girls in Dungarpur and Sirohi.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorScience and Technology in Everyday Life
25 Jul, 2026

On guard, Pg6

India's CDSCO approves Qdenga dengue vaccine, first in history, sparking concerns over variable serotype efficacy, high cost, and migrant worker accessibility.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsHealth SectorE Governance
25 Jul, 2026

Under Mission Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0, a package of six services are provided to eligible beneficiaries through Anganwadi Centres across the country

Mission Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0 delivers six vital services to vulnerable groups, leveraging Poshan Tracker, Aadhaar, and FRS for transparent, leak-proof social welfare delivery.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesHealth Sector
24 Jul, 2026

Can time outdoors become part of healthcare?, Pg II

Healthcare systems globally explore 'green' and 'blue' prescriptions, integrating nature-based social prescribing for mental well-being and chronic disease management, complementing conventional care.

Population and Associated IssuesVulnerable SectionsHealth SectorConservation, Pollution and Degradation
24 Jul, 2026

Building resilience to protect elderly from climate stressors, Pg II

HelpAge India study reveals climate change disproportionately impacts India's growing elderly population, urging urgent policy for resilience and age-inclusive care.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorScience and Technology in Everyday Life
23 Jul, 2026

India using too many powerful antibiotics meant for specific infections: Study, Pg8

New Lancet study reveals India's alarming overuse of 'watch' antibiotics at 9.8 DID, fueling antimicrobial resistance and jeopardizing public health outcomes.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorIT and ComputersConservation, Pollution and Degradation
22 Jul, 2026

Delhi's winter pollution toolkit needs AI forecasts, Pg13

Delhi's winter pollution strategy demands AI forecasts to predict hourly PM2.5 levels, guiding citizens on safest outdoor activity times and reducing exposure.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements
22 Jul, 2026

BRICS Nations Join Hands to strengthen TCIM, Expert Working Group Taking Shape

India's BRICS Chairship successfully forms Expert Working Group on Traditional, Complementary, and Integrative Medicine, fostering global health cooperation.

Health SectorIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentBiotechnologyIntellectual Property Rights, IPR
22 Jul, 2026

ICMR transfers three indigenous biomedical technologies to advance cancer and infectious disease solutions

ICMR transfers SHetA2 for cervical cancer and two next-gen enteric vaccines to Indian manufacturers, boosting indigenous, affordable healthcare solutions.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorBiotechnology
22 Jul, 2026

CDSCO Approves India's First Dengue Vaccine, Strengthening National Dengue Prevention Efforts

CDSCO approves India's first dengue vaccine, Qdenga®, by Takeda, a live attenuated recombinant DNA vaccine, bolstering national disease prevention efforts.

Health SectorBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaIT and Computers
22 Jul, 2026

India to Host the Sixteenth BRICS Health Ministers' Meeting in Chandigarh from 22–24 July

India convenes 16th BRICS Health Ministers' Meeting in Chandigarh, driving health security, digital health, and UHC for Global South under its 2026 Chairship.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorE Governance
22 Jul, 2026

Update on Immunization Programme and Pandemic Preparedness

India achieves 90%+ immunization coverage, launches nationwide HPV vaccine for 1.2 crore girls, and boosts pandemic readiness via PM-ABHIM and IDSP.

Union State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth Sector
22 Jul, 2026

Steps Taken to Enhance National Preparedness against Emerging Infectious Diseases

Union Health Ministry strengthens national preparedness against emerging infectious diseases, expanding surveillance networks, diagnostic labs, and launching PM-ABHIM for robust health infrastructure.

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