MASS DRUG ADMINISTRATION CAMPAIGN
Is Michelle Obama distancing herself from Joe Biden’s re-election campaign?
Michelle Obama has not been actively involved in supporting Joe Biden’s re-election campaign. Some have pointed out that she is not interested in a career in politics while others say that she is unhappy with the way Hunter Biden treated his ex-wife. Kathleen Buhle and Michelle are good friends.
China's crackdown on 'wealth-flaunting' social media puts pressure on influencers to echo the party line
Chinese regulators crack down on social media influencers flaunting wealth, contrasting with US mental health concerns. The campaign targets extravagant displays, reflecting wider fears of subversive views. Public support for authoritarian measures shapes the crackdown, including pressure on Taiwanese influencers. The effort aligns with China's goal of managing its vast online population under President Xi Jinping's watchful eye.
President Joe Biden's son, Hunter Biden, is convicted of all 3 felonies in federal gun trial
Hunter Biden was convicted of felony charges in Delaware's federal court. He showed little emotion as the verdict was read and faces up to 25 years in prison. The judge, Maryellen Noreika, will determine his sentencing.
Violence mars Mexico vote as country prepares to elect first woman president Claudia Sheinbaum
Mexico's largest-ever elections have also been the most violent in modern history, with the killing of 38 candidates. The deadly violence has stoked concerns about the threat of warring drug cartels to democracy. On Sunday, two people were killed at polling stations in Puebla state.
Big drug hauls in Punjab; nationally, seizures up 160% in a decade
Seizure of drugs by the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) across all states have gone up by 160% between 2014 and December 2023 when compared to 2006-2013, according to home ministry data. NCB has registered 210% more drug-related cases during the same period. In Punjab, which goes to polls on June 1, drones have been recovered and drugs seized, making it among one of the top states as far as drug seizures are concerned.
Novavax awaits FDA decision on whether its next COVID shot can be offered in US
Novavax's updated vaccine targets a variant called JN.1, which is in line with European recommendations. The European Union's regulator told vaccine makers last month to update their vaccines for that variant because they would likely be effective against its descendant lineages.
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View: Why India struggles to keep its food safe
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India denounced as “false and malicious” news reports that linked the spice scandal to a recent 10-fold relaxation on maximum permissible limits of pesticide residue. The country has the most stringent norms, the regulator said, even though others clearly seem to think otherwise.
Trump accuses Biden of running 'Gestapo administration'
In a private address to donors, former President Donald Trump accused President Joe Biden of running a "Gestapo administration," likening it to the Nazi police in Germany. Trump made these comments at a donor retreat at his Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida, where he also criticized prosecutors involved in his criminal indictments. The remarks came after Trump complained about the politically motivated nature of the indictments against him. The White House denounced Trump's rhetoric, contrasting Biden's approach to governance and accusing Trump of echoing fascist rhetoric.
‘Obese people should opt for a structured programme of diet, exercise & medication’
"Nothing comes without a downside. These molecules do produce significant nausea and vomiting in some people — to the extent that they have to discontinue the medication. Some may develop diarrhoea, some may have severe constipation. Others may not like the way they lose weight—they may feel very shrunken or their face may seem very thinned out. That’s another sort of downside," says Dr Ambrish Mithal, chairman, endocrinology & diabetes, Max Healthcare, Delhi.
US approves additional bombs, warplanes sales to Israel
Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant's recent visit to Washington underscored Israel's urgent requests for expedited weaponry, with Gen Charles Q Brown Jr, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, acknowledging Israel's persistent demands for critical military supplies. However, the US has exercised discretion in fulfilling these requests, citing capacity limits and strategic considerations.
Biden and Trump sweep Super Tuesday primaries; put pressure on Haley to end her campaign
After Super Tuesday's election results, Trump, 77, is hoping to establish a commanding lead in the delegate count and vanquish his only Republican opponent, Haley. Seeking his re-election, Biden, 81, swept almost all the Democratic primary states.
Centre sets 95% coverage target for Mass Drug Administration campaign
The campaign aims to check disease transmission by providing free preventive medications to the residents in areas affected by the disease. The campaign will cover 92 districts across 11 states and will run for the next two weeks. Applauding the health care professionals, especially those working tirelessly to support the fight against the disease, Minister of State for Health S P Singh Baghel said, "We expect a great success due to the launch of this bi-annual Mass Drug Administration. "
BJP slams Siddaramaiah’s mass grievance redressal programme, calls it ‘collapse of administrative machinery’
Over 11,000 applications were registered at the counters in front of the state secretariat Vidhana Soudha, where the government had set up department-wise stalls to address the public’s issues.
Chinese hacking campaign aiming critical infrastructure goes back five years: US
The US National Security Agency, US cyber watchdog CISA, the FBI, and the Transportation Security Administration said that the group known as "Volt Typhoon" had quietly burrowed into the networks of aviation, rail, mass transit, highway, maritime, pipeline, water and sewage organisations.
Former Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson ends his 2024 campaign after sixth-place finish in Iowa caucuses
Hutchinson, who had led a task force for the National Rifle Association that called for armed and trained school personnel after the Sandy Hook school shooting, found a less than enthusiastic reception when he appeared before the group's annual convention after launching his bid. He drew at least one yelled obscenity from the Trump-friendly crowd after he suggested Biden was "praying" for a rematch with Trump in 2024 and declared, "We don't need a rerun of 2020."
Trump's second-term agenda: revenge, trade wars, mass deportations
Trump has suggested the imposition of a 10% tariff on all imported goods into the United States, asserting that this measure would eradicate the trade deficit. Critics, however, argue that such a move could result in elevated prices for American consumers and potential global economic instability.
Who is Alex Saab? Close ally of Venezuelan President released by US in a swap for jailed Americans
In a diplomatic exchange, the Biden administration frees Colombian entrepreneur Alex Saab, accused of money laundering and linked to Venezuela's President Maduro, aiming to secure the release of American prisoners. This deal follows recent sanctions suspension and marks the largest potential release of U.S. citizens since the 2022 deal that released seven people.
A year of war: 2023 sees worst-ever Israel-Hamas combat as Russian attacks on Ukraine grind on
The world in 2023 witnessed harrowing scenes: a bloodied boy rescued from Gaza's rubble, an elderly Israeli hostage taken by Hamas, and a grieving girl beside her brother's grave near Kyiv, Ukraine. The year spotlighted global conflicts—from Israel-Hamas to Russia's war on Ukraine—revealing complexities and dangers. African coups, drug wars in Latin America, and unrest in Myanmar and Afghanistan added to the volatile landscape. Despite cease-fires, Yemen's conflict persists, while nuclear tensions simmer in India, Pakistan, North Korea, and Iran.
Maker of Wegovy, Ozempic showers money on US obesity doctors
Novo Nordisk, a Danish pharmaceutical company renowned for its diabetes medicines, is now positioning itself as the world's leading weight-loss company. The company aims to target the global population of 764 million people with obesity, with the United States being its most lucrative market. In the U.S., where over two-thirds of adults are either overweight or obese, Novo charges customers $1,300 per month for the weekly injection of Wegovy.
Researchers reveal why drugs aren't tested for people who are obese
Prescribed drugs and over-the-counter medications work differently in obese people.
Centre earns over Rs 117 crore revenue from scrap disposal during ongoing cleanliness campaign
The Centre has earned over Rs 117 crore through scrap disposal during the ongoing cleanliness campaign, according to Union Minister Jitendra Singh. Additionally, office space measuring 32.54 lakh square feet has been cleared and made available for use. The Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG) has been commended for its progress in minimising pendency and institutionalising cleanliness. The campaign, being implemented in all government offices, aims to cover offices with a public interface.
Centre launches third cleanliness campaign with eye on creating 'wealth from waste'
"Same administration, same officials, only the leadership was lacking. The Prime Minister turned the mission on hygiene and cleanliness into a jan-andolan and it was imbibed by the people as a social reform movement. This demonstrated the intent of the government that it will address the fundamental issues facing the common man in a mission mode," Singh said.
Bipartisan push to ban deceptive AI-generated ads in US elections
Experts say the proliferation of AI tools could make it far easier to, for instance, conduct mass hacking campaigns or create fake profiles on social media to spread false information and propaganda.
J&J, Lupin cut prices for tuberculosis drug in lower-income countries
Johnson & Johnson and Lupin will supply their versions of the tuberculosis drug bedaquiline at a significantly cheaper price in low- and middle-income countries, according to the Stop TB Partnership. The new prices, $130 for J&J and $194 for Lupin for a six-month course of treatment, represent a 55% and 33% reduction, respectively. Bedaquiline is a key part of recommended treatment regimens for drug-resistant TB infections, and this price reduction will help broaden access to the life-saving drug.
All you should know about ‘lab-grown meat’ or ‘cultured meat’
This type of meat does not come from slaughtered animals, rather they are grown in laboratories, using cells from living animals or fertilized eggs.
US proposes once-a-year Covid shots for most Americans
The proposal comes as boosters have become a hard sell. While more than 80% of the U.S. population has had at least one vaccine dose, only 16% of those eligible have received the latest boosters authorized in August. The FDA will ask its panel of outside vaccine experts to weigh in at a meeting Thursday. The agency is expected to take their advice into consideration while deciding future vaccine requirements for manufacturers.
Lymphatic filariasis not neglected disease for India, multi-drug administration to be held twice a year: Mandaviya
As part of its commitment to eliminate the disease by end of 2027, the health ministry has come up with a renewed five-pronged strategy as part of which multi-drug administration (MDA) will be held twice a year in synchronisation with National Deworming Day on February 10 and August 10, Mandaviya said.
US Narcotics enforcement confiscates record fentanyl this year
The US drug agency has seized up enough Fentanyl to kill every citizen in just a small dose. The lethal drug is said of manufacture in Mexico.
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