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March 25, 2026 3:41 PM

India launches first global clinical study integrating Ayurveda with modern TB treatment

Marking World Tuberculosis Day, India on Tuesday launched a first-of-its-kind global clinical study to scientifically evaluate the integration of Ayurveda with standard tuberculosis treatment, in a major step towards achieving a TB-free nation. Announcing the initiative, Union Minister Jitendra Singh described the study as a unique convergence of modern biotechnology and traditional knowledge systems aimed at improving treatment outcomes through a holistic and patient-centric approach. The stu...

March 24, 2026 3:21 PM

PM Modi shares J.P. Nadda’s article highlighting Jan Bhagidari as key to TB-free India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday shared an article by Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda outlining India’s progress and strategy towards eliminating tuberculosis (TB), with a strong emphasis on public participation and scientific innovation. In a post on X, the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) said, “Union Minister Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda writes about the country’s journey towards eliminating TB, anchored in Jan Bhagidari. He highlights that India has made sustained investme...

March 23, 2026 5:29 PM

President Murmu calls for collective action to eliminate tuberculosis on eve of World TB Day

President Droupadi Murmu on Monday urged all stakeholders to work together with renewed resolve to eliminate tuberculosis, ahead of World TB Day on March 24. In her message on the eve of World TB Day, the President highlighted that tuberculosis continues to remain a major public health challenge, affecting millions of people globally. At the same time, she noted that India has made significant strides in tackling the disease through sustained efforts under the TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan. She emph...

March 24, 2025 12:07 PM

India observes World Tuberculosis Day with renewed commitment to eradication by 2025

India marked World Tuberculosis (TB) Day on March 24, reaffirming its commitment to eliminating the deadly disease by 2025. The day aims to raise awareness about the global health threat posed by TB, which primarily affects the lungs and spreads through the air when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or spits. In her message on the eve of World Tuberculosis Day, the President of India, Droupadi Murmu commended the National TB Elimination Programme and its efforts to raise awareness through pub...