Indian medicine, public health, wellbeing and evidence explainers.
Indian medicine, public health, wellbeing and evidence explainers.
Health
One year after Pune faced a major Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) outbreak linked by investigations to contaminated water, gaps remain in water safety upgrades and hospital readiness, with slow infrastructure clearances, incomplete testing coverage and concerns over ICU capacity and critical drug availability.
Politics
On 26 January 2026, Republic Day messages from across the political spectrum focused on constitutional ideals and democratic safeguards, with leaders and parties using the day’s symbolism to reiterate commitments to equality, unity and the protection of constitutional values.
Business
India’s benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty fell more than 4% in January 2026, weighed down by foreign portfolio outflows, a weaker rupee, subdued earnings and heightened global uncertainty, with investors watching for cues ahead of Budget season.
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India’s 77th Republic Day celebrations unfolded on 26 January 2026 with a full-scale parade at Kartavya Path, New Delhi, drawing focus to military hardware, cultural tableaux and a notable diplomatic first: European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President António Costa attended as chief guests ahead of the India–EU summit.
World
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said a successful India makes the world “more stable, prosperous and secure” after she and European Council President António Costa attended India’s Republic Day parade on 26 January 2026, a diplomatic first for the EU on this stage and a prelude to summit talks in New Delhi.
Sports
India sealed a T20I series advantage against New Zealand in Guwahati as Abhishek Sharma and captain Suryakumar Yadav produced an explosive chase after India’s bowlers restricted the visitors to 153/9, turning the pursuit into a rapid finish on 26 January 2026.
Business
India’s foreign exchange reserves rose sharply by $14.167 billion to $701.36 billion for the week ended 16 January 2026, according to Reserve Bank of India data. The rise was led by an increase in foreign currency assets and a notable jump in the valuation of gold reserves.
Health
A year after Pune faced a major Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) outbreak that investigations linked to contaminated water, a report says the city still lacks key upgrades in water safety and hospital preparedness. While measures such as chlorination automation and surveillance planning have begun, officials and experts point to gaps in infrastructure, testing and critical-care readiness.
Sports
India clinched the T20I series against New Zealand with a win in Guwahati, led by a blistering unbeaten 68 off 20 balls from Abhishek Sharma and an unbeaten 57 off 26 from captain Suryakumar Yadav. After restricting New Zealand to 153/9, India chased the target in just 10 overs, sealing a 3–0 lead in the five-match series.
Politics
The Election Commission of India launched ECINET, a unified digital platform intended to bring together more than 40 election-related applications and portals. Announced at the India International Conference on Democracy and Election Management, the initiative aims to streamline election administration and improve access to key services for stakeholders.
World
European Council President António Costa and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen travelled to New Delhi to represent the EU at the 16th EU–India Summit scheduled for 27 January 2026. They also joined India’s 77th Republic Day celebrations as guests of honour, signalling stronger EU–India strategic engagement across trade, security, technology and the clean transition.
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India marked its 77th Republic Day on 26 January 2026 with a ceremonial parade at Kartavya Path in New Delhi, combining military displays, cultural performances and themed tableaux. This year’s celebrations also highlighted 150 years of ‘Vande Mataram’, underscoring the song’s place in India’s freedom movement and national identity.