In a major public health initiative, India’s Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has launched an Intensified Special Screening Campaign for Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs). Running from 20 February to 31 March 2025, the campaign aims to ensure comprehensive screening for all individuals aged 30 and above, focusing on diabetes, hypertension, and common cancers. This was reported by the Indian Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. To maximise outreach, trained frontline health workers will conduct door-to-door screenings. Key measures include ensuring…

Indian researchers have unveiled a groundbreaking nanoformulation designed to enhance the safety and effectiveness of Parkinson’s disease treatment. This is reported by IANS, a partner of TV BRICS. The group of scientists has developed a targeted drug delivery system that enables the sustained release of 17β-oestradiol (E2), a hormone essential for managing Parkinson’s symptoms. Parkinson’s disease, a progressive neurodegenerative disorder, is linked to an imbalance of 17β-oestradiol in the brain. However, the widespread use of this hormone in therapy has…

Zimbabwe and India continue to deepen economic cooperation, with investments from Indian firms in Zimbabwe’s private sector now exceeding US$600 million. This is reported by ZBC News, a partner of TV BRICS. Speaking at the India Republic Day celebrations, India’s Ambassador to Zimbabwe, Bramha Kumar, highlighted the increasing economic footprint of Indian businesses in Zimbabwe. He noted that Indian private sector investments are not only substantial in value but also play a crucial role in employment creation, directly supporting around…

India has solidified its position as the world’s premier launchpad for foreign satellites, with a record number of successful missions in the past decade, as announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. According to the figures, since 2014, India has launched 398 foreign satellites, a staggering increase compared to just 35 in the preceding 35 years. This is reported by IANS, a partner of TV BRICS. Indian Minister of State for Science and Technology Jitendra Singh also highlighted India’s growing dominance…

India’s tourism sector is poised for a period of transformative growth, projected to generate 24 million new job opportunities in tier 2 and 3 cities by 2033, fuelled by the rapid development of these smaller urban centres, according to a new report. This is reported by IANS, a partner of TV BRICS. This expansion is expected to create a more balanced workforce, comprising 75 per cent male and 25 per cent female talent. According to the World Travel and Tourism…

The International Conference “Russian Language, Literature, Translation and Culture in the XXI Century: Reassessment and Prospects” will be held in India on 24-25 January. The event will be held at the Jawaharlal Nehru University in New Delhi. Russian and English will be meeting’s working languages. Sonu Saini, senior lecturer at the Centre for Russian Studies (Jawaharlal Nehru University) and Chairman of the Indian Union of Russian Translators in an exclusive commentary to TV BRICS spoke about the event’s participants. “Out of…

India further consolidated its position as a global leader in startups and innovation with the inauguration of the CSIR Mega Innovation Complex in Mumbai. This is reported by IANS, a partner of TV BRICS. The state-of-the-art complex spans nine floors and is designed to provide unparalleled support for startups, MSMEs, and industry stakeholders. With 24 fully equipped incubation labs, furnished office spaces, and networking hubs, the facility is set to accelerate India’s innovation trajectory. The source claims that the complex…

Uttar Pradesh (UP) is India’s true treasure, a state in the middle of the country that reflects its culture, spirituality, and topography. Shri Mukesh Kumar Meshram, IAS, the Principal Secretary of Uttar Pradesh Tourism, believes tourism in India is experiencing a revolution. From Buddhist circuits and rural homely stays to the sensationally huge Mahakumbh event, the state is developing opportunities to connect with its domestic and international spectators. After all, he says, tourism is not about numbers; there is more…

India has achieved a historic milestone, becoming the fourth country to successfully complete a space docking operation. This is reported by ANI, a partner of TV BRICS. The Space Docking Experiment (SpaDeX), launched by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), involved manoeuvring two spacecraft from a 15-metre hold point to a 3-metre range, culminating in a flawless spacecraft capture. The operation included smooth retraction and rigidisation to ensure stability, with post-docking tests confirming control of the two satellites as a…

One of the key projects has been the green hydrogen hub. The site is planned to set up a manufacturing facility to produce 1,500 tonnes of green hydrogen and 7,500 tonnes of its derivatives such as green methanol and sustainable aviation fuel on a daily basis. The project, under the National Green Hydrogen Mission, is expected to make India a world leader in this field and create 57,000 jobs.  Prime Minister Narendra Modi also laid the foundation stone for railway…