From 200000 Polio cases in the 1980s to zero cases today
India’s polio eradication saga is a remarkable story of public health success and perseverance. Until the early 2000s, India was one of the countries most affected by polio, a highly…
India launches ‘One Day One Genome’ initiative to showcase vast microbial potential
The ‘One Day One Genome’ initiative was recently launched by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT) and the Biotechnology Research and Innovation Council (BRIC) in India on November 9, 2024. The…
A new dawn for elderly healthcare in India
The Ayushman Bharat: Vay Vandana Card program has recently achieved a significant milestone, with over 10 lakh enrollments recorded within just three weeks of its launch on October 29, 20241.…
Bihar got another AIIMS (Darbhanga)
On November 13, 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Darbhanga, Bihar, marking a significant advancement in the…
Indian scientists develop patented mechanical device to help improve joint mobility, reduce stiffness and speed up recovery
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Ropar has made a significant advancement in the field of knee rehabilitation by developing a fully mechanical, patented device designed to improve post-surgical therapy.…
Indian researchers discovered a specific protein IL-35 for diabetes treatment
Interleukin-35 (IL-35) has emerged as a promising candidate in the field of immunotherapy for Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus (T1DM) and autoimmune diabetes mellitus (AIDM). The therapeutic utility of IL-35 is…
Indian Railways cleans 45.20 crore square meter area during massive cleanliness drive
The Indian Railways has launched an extensive cleanliness campaign known as Swachhata Pakhwada, which took place from October 1 to October 15, 2024. During this initiative, the Railways covered a…
NMDC sets new record in production as well as sales in October
The National Mineral Development Corporation (NMDC) has reported unprecedented performance metrics for October 2024, setting new records in both production and sales of iron ore. This achievement is a significant…
Started of OF RJ Sankara Eye Hospital in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
On October 20, 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the RJ Sankara Eye Hospital in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, which is specifically designed to serve a wide population including residents from…