Indian medicine, public health, wellbeing and evidence explainers.
Indian medicine, public health, wellbeing and evidence explainers.
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The India Meteorological Department has issued multi-state alerts as a western disturbance is set to bring heavy snowfall, hailstorms, thunderstorms and widespread rainfall across large parts of north, northwest and central India from 26 January, with impacts peaking around 27 January.
Tech
ISRO has outlined a packed 2026 launch schedule featuring missions tied to Earth observation and strategic imaging, steps toward the Gaganyaan human spaceflight programme, and a landmark shift where a PSLV is to be manufactured fully by an Indian industry consortium.
Health
West Bengal authorities have stepped up containment measures after two healthcare workers at a private hospital tested positive for Nipah virus. Officials say response teams have been deployed, contacts are being traced and quarantine protocols have been activated amid concerns over the virus’s high fatality rate.
Health
Hospitals in Kolkata are reporting a rise in cough and cold cases amid fluctuating winter temperatures, with doctors linking the trend to respiratory viruses and the way winter pollution can worsen asthma and COPD. Experts are urging symptom-based care, caution against unnecessary antibiotics, and continued precautions until weather stabilises.
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In the 130th episode of Mann Ki Baat, aired on January 25, 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged young Indians to register as voters as soon as they turn 18, linking the message to National Voters’ Day and the Republic Day week. He framed voting as both a milestone in life and a constitutional responsibility, while also highlighting India’s start-up momentum across sectors such as AI, space and semiconductors.
Sports
Mumbai booked their place in the Ranji Trophy knockouts with a dominant nine-wicket win over Hyderabad, also earning a crucial bonus point. Musheer Khan starred with a five-wicket haul as Hyderabad were bowled out, before Mumbai completed a small chase quickly to stay atop their group standings.
Politics
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said the state has pushed back 15 alleged illegal immigrants from Bangladesh and reaffirmed a strict policy on infiltration. The development comes amid ongoing political focus on border management, policing, and administrative measures related to migration in the region.
World
A Hindu youth was burnt to death in Bangladesh’s Narsingdi district, with police saying CCTV footage shows suspicious movement near the site and investigators examining whether the blaze was accidental or caused by an external factor. The incident has renewed concerns over minority safety in Bangladesh, while family members have demanded swift arrests and accountability.
Tech
A KPMG note around World Economic Forum 2026 highlighted India’s semiconductor and AI momentum, pointing to approvals for multiple fabrication plants, government allocations for deep-tech R&D, and ecosystem building across design, testing, packaging and talent. The messaging frames semiconductors as strategic infrastructure and AI as a growth lever across industries.
Business
Ahead of Union Budget 2026, investor commentary is signalling demand for clearer tax rules, predictable enforcement, easier compliance and measures that unlock private capital for startups. Market participants are also watching for infrastructure spending, incentives for manufacturing, and policy signals that support long-term investment confidence.
Business
Reliance Industries reported marginal year-on-year profit growth alongside stronger revenue momentum in its December-quarter results. Analysts said softer retail performance weighed on sentiment, while attention stayed on capex allocation across O2C, new energy, and telecom-led growth bets.
World
A 25-year-old Hindu man in Bangladesh died after he was burnt while sleeping, triggering an investigation into the circumstances behind the incident. Reports said CCTV footage raised suspicions of foul play, and the case added to wider concerns about violence against minorities.