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National Governance & Policy 08 Oct 2026, 11:16 PM IST

Health Minister Launches JOSH Teams to Speed India’s TB Elimination Push

Union Health Minister launched JOSH teams on Friday as part of a renewed national drive to accelerate tuberculosis elimination, framing the initiative as a field-level mechanism to sharpen surveillance, improve accountability and sustain momentum at the grassroots. The minister said 67,933 panchayats across 697 districts have been recognised as TB Mukt in 2026, underscoring both the scale of progress and the challenge of maintaining gains in a disease that remains a major public health burden.

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National Governance & Policy5m ago

Amit Shah Joins Amma's 73rd Birthday Celebrations in Kerala, Underscoring Spiritual Outreach and National Visibility

Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah attended the 73rd birthday celebrations of spiritual leader Mata Amritanandamayi in Kollam, Kerala, as chief guest, placing a major national political figure at one of the state's most prominent religious and social gatherings. The appearance highlights the continuing public influence of Amma's movement and the political significance of high-profile engagement with spiritual institutions that command deep social reach across India and abroad.

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Startups & Venture Capital3h ago

IIT Madras-backed Unicorn India Ventures raises Rs 450 crore in first close, targets Rs 1,000 crore deep-tech fund by December

IIT Madras, its Research Park and Unicorn India Ventures have announced a first close of Rs 450 crore for a Rs 1,000 crore fund aimed at advanced technology startups, with the final close expected by December 2026. The fund has already deployed nearly Rs 55 crore across four deep-tech startups as it sharpens its focus on sectors seen as strategically important to India's industrial and national security ambitions.

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Legal, Courts & Regulatory5h ago

Andhra Pradesh refuses to defend transgender law changes in Supreme Court as Uttarakhand backs amendments

The NDA-ruled Andhra Pradesh government has told the Supreme Court it will not defend the Centre's 2026 amendments to the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, saying the constitutional validity of the law is primarily a Union matter. In contrast, BJP-ruled Uttarakhand has supported the amendments, arguing that the law has not diluted transgender rights in the state and that certification and welfare processes continue.

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World Sports9h ago

Belgium and WHO Deepen Health Partnership as Global Risks, Vaccine Access and UHC Take Center Stage

Belgium and the World Health Organization used a three-day strategic dialogue to review their long-running partnership and align priorities around universal health coverage, stronger health systems and fairer access to medicines, vaccines and health technologies. The talks also examined pandemic preparedness, the One Health approach, and WHO's field response in crises such as Gaza and Senegal, underscoring Belgium's continued role as a major supporter of global health initiatives.

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Global Health & Biotech9h ago

G20 Health Ministers Back WHO Funding Push as Brazil Seeks Broader Pledges

Health ministers from G20 nations meeting in Rio de Janeiro voiced support for the World Health Organization's first Investment Round, urging all member states and partners to help fund the agency's new global health strategy. WHO says it has already secured 63 pledges worth more than $1 billion, but is pressing for additional commitments ahead of the G20 Leaders' Summit in November.

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National Governance & PolicySept 26, 2026

Amit Shah Celebrates Amma's 73rd Birthday in Kollam, Kerala

Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah attended the 73rd birthday celebrations of Mata Amritanandamayi in Kollam, Kerala, highlighting the intersection of spirituality and governance. The event showcased the government's commitment to social welfare and community development, resonating with the values promoted by the revered spiritual leader.

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