MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal wrote in an X post, "Supporting global health.As part of India's commitment towards the Global South countries, a consignment of approx 2.7 tonnes of life-saving vaccines has been despatched for the people of Venezuela. "
"India is no longer a consumer of technology, but a pioneer in technology-driven transformation. During COVID, we developed an indigenous vaccine in record time. We launched the world's largest vaccination program. It became possible because today we have the world's first and most succes
Asserting that India is not in the mood to stop and is "unstoppable", Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday that when the world has "speed breakers" of different kinds, discussion about "unstoppable India" is very natural.
'9-1-1' actor Rockmond is scheduled to go on trial Tuesday over his allegation that he was terminated from the project for refusing the COVID-19 vaccine due to his religious beliefs.
New Delhi [India], September 27: In a significant development for India's animal health sector, veterinary vaccine manufacturers have come together to announce the formation of the Veterinary Vaccine India Manufacturers Association (VVIMA).
New Delhi [India], September 26: The Festival of Hope, founded by Shalini Vig, a well-known social activist, announced the unveiling of its program "1000 Lives Protected", a cervical cancer vaccine awareness and vaccination initiative, at Village Nathupur, Gurugram.
The Indian pharmaceutical sector supplies over 50 per cent of global demand for various vaccines, 40 per cent of generic demand in the US and 25 per cent of all medicines in the UK. According to a government release, drug and pharmaceutical exports increased by 6.94 per cent from USD 2.35
Karachi recorded the lowest HPV vaccination coverage in Sindh, with only 33% of targeted girls immunised, Dawn reported. Officials blamed false propaganda and misinformation, while smaller districts showed far higher rates. The province's campaign aims to protect 4.1 million girls aged 9-14
The meeting centred around key global issues, including climate justice, digital technology, and the urgent need for multilateral reforms. The initiative comes amid growing consensus among developing nations on the importance of shaping global discourse to better reflect their priorities.
Speaking from the Oval Office, Trump stated that the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) would soon notify physicians to limit the recommendation of Tylenol during pregnancy unless "medically necessary," such as for the treatment of fever, adding, "if you can't tough it out."
Pakistan is one of the last two countries in the world, alongside Afghanistan, where polio remains endemic. Despite global efforts to eradicate the virus, challenges such as security issues, vaccine hesitancy, and misinformation have slowed progress.