Decline in TB Incidence and Mortality Treatment Success Rates by TB Category State-Level TB Performance: TB Index Catastrophic Health Expenditure in India Health Coverage vs. Out-of-Pocket Costs TH
Study Challenges Infant Memory Assumptions
Key Findings Understanding Infantile Amnesia The Study: Method and Results Implications of the Research Conclusion TH
Influenza Cases Surge in Delhi-NCR
Context: Newspapers on March 7-8, 2025 reported a 54% spike in influenza cases in the Delhi-NCR region. The reports were based on a LocalCircle survey of 13,000 people, focused on viral illness symptoms and not clinical testing. Despite the survey mentioning “viral illnesses (Covid/flu/viral fever),” reports attributed the spike primarily to influenza. Official Data on Influenza Cases Burden of Influenza in India Vaccination Recommendations and Challenges Vaccine Uptake: Global vs India Current Market Trends and Production Capacity Key Takeaways
PLI Schemes in India
Context: The Centre’s Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) schemes, aimed at boosting manufacturing across 14 key sectors, have attracted ₹1.61 lakh crore in investments and generated sales worth ₹14 lakh crore, according to the Ministry of Commerce. Incentives and Disbursement Export Growth Driven by PLI Government Counters Reuters Report Steel Sector Concerns PLI schemes are driving India’s shift toward high-value manufacturing and export growth. While some delays and project adjustments exist, the government maintains confidence in the long-term success of the schemes. The evolving PLI impact on sectors like electronics, pharmaceuticals, food processing, and telecom highlights India’s push for self-reliance and global competitiveness.
Kerala Launches ‘Look East’ Campaign
Context: Kerala’s foreign tourist arrivals stand at only 62% of pre-pandemic levels. Despite being Asia’s largest outbound travel market, China contributes almost no visitors to Kerala. ‘Look East’ Tourism Strategy Key Initiatives Under the Campaign Focus Areas for Kerala Tourism Way Forward
India-France Naval Exercise Varuna 2024
Context: India and France deployed their aircraft carriers INS Vikrant and Charles de Gaulle for the bilateral naval exercise Varuna from March 19 to 22, 2024, off the coast of Goa. The exercise offered India a valuable opportunity to closely observe and operate the French Navy’s Rafale-M fighter jets, which India is set to acquire soon. The joint exercise also placed significant emphasis on anti-submarine warfare (ASW) operations. Key Highlights of the Exercise Operational Features Strategic Importance French Deployment
Launch of Tavasya
Context: Tavasya, the final of four follow-on Krivak-class stealth frigates contracted from Russia and the second to be built at Goa Shipyard Ltd. (GSL), was launched. The launch ceremony was conducted by Ms. Neeta Seth, with Union Minister of State for Defence, Sanjay Seth, present. Background Project Progress Technical Details Strategic Importance
Brazil’s COP30
Context: Brazil, the host of COP30, is prioritizing the implementation of the Paris Agreement to achieve the collective goal of slowing global warming. Key Highlights India’s Role and Strategic Partnership Addressing Global Challenges
US Industry Groups Urge Tariff Reduction
Context: Prominent U.S. industry associations, including the US Chamber of Commerce (USCC), Coalition of Services Industries (CSI), and companies like Harley-Davidson, have urged the Trump administration to pressure India into reducing tariffs and regulatory barriers. The call comes ahead of the US Trade Representative’s (USTR) review of unfair trade practices and the announcement of reciprocal tariffs. Key Demands from US Industry Associations a) Pharmaceuticals and Healthcare b) Consumer Goods c) Automotive Sector d) Financial Services & Digital Sector Additional Policy Recommendations Strategic Implications The strong push from US industry lobbies signals heightened trade friction over high tariffs, local content rules, and market access restrictions in India. As the U.S. evaluates reciprocal tariffs, these industry demands could shape upcoming bilateral trade negotiations and influence the trajectory of India-US trade relations.
India Imposes Anti-Dumping Duty on Five Chinese Goods
Context: The Indian government has imposed anti-dumping duties to protect domestic industries from cheap imports from China. These goods were found to be exported at below-normal prices, hurting domestic manufacturers. Anti-Dumping Duty Anti-dumping duties are imposed by countries to protect domestic industries from a surge in imports at unfairly low prices, in accordance with the rules set by the World Trade Organization (WTO). India has previously imposed similar duties on various products to counteract cheap imports from countries like China. Products Facing Anti-Dumping Duty Authority and Process Strategic Implications India’s imposition of anti-dumping duties on five Chinese goods reflects its proactive trade defense strategy to protect domestic industries from unfair pricing and import surges. With these duties in place for up to five years, the move is expected to boost local manufacturing, reduce dependency on cheap imports, and encourage fair competition in key industria
