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Hans India
07-07-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
YSRCP launches ‘Babu Surety – Scam Guarantee' campaign
Puttaparthi: As part of 'Recalling Chandrababu's Manifesto' campaign, YSRCP leaders held a meeting on Sunday at party office in Puttaparthi under the leadership of party coordinator Duddikunta Sridhar Reddy. Party State general secretary Satish Reddy and district party observer Ramesh Reddy participated in the event. The leaders unveiled a QR code designed by the party titled 'Babu Surety – Scam Guarantee', highlighting the unfulfilled promises made by Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu in his 2024 election manifesto. Addressing the gathering, Sridhar Reddy accused Naidu of misleading the public with false assurances and urged party cadres to take this campaign to every household to expose thealleged betrayal.
Time of India
03-07-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Pharma rivals unite to back Made-in-India vaccines
NEW DELHI: Pharma promoters may be competing fiercely in the market, but on Thursday they all rallied behind domestically- manufactured vaccines, including those for polio and Covid-19. Satish Reddy, chairman of Dr Reddy's Laboratories, Dilip Shanghvi, promoter and CMD of Sun Pharma, Pankaj Patel chairman and promoter of Zydus Lifesciences, and Torrent Pharma chairman Samir Mehta —industry leaders known for their media reticence—each took to social media platforms to endorse India-made vaccines. These comments come amid rising concerns over sudden deaths in Karnataka, and claims that Covid-19 vaccines might be associated with heart attacks. In separate posts, they highlighted that these vaccines are safe, effective, and trusted in over 90 countries, backed by the World Health Organization (WHO), and widely used across the globe. India accounts for 60% of global vaccine production. During the Covid pandemic, vaccines played a crucial role, and India supplied vaccines and critical medicines across the world. Linking the deaths to the COVID-19 vaccine without any scientific evidence is incorrect and misleading, they added. ``They helped end polio & fight COVID. At a time when India is seen as a vaccine leader, let's build trust in science, not doubt it. Public health must stay above politics'', Reddy said in a post on micro-blogging site, X. Interestingly, all comments were posted on the same day, which is unprecedented. Patel said on X ``There are other multiple reasons like age, environmental factors, genetics, lifestyle etc, that could be the leading cause of heart attacks in people. Several scientific studies globally and in India have conclusively shown that the risk of heart attack or myocarditis is greater after SARS-CoV-2 infection. It has been proven beyond doubt that vaccination remains the most effective and preventive healthcare strategy to reduce deaths and disabilities''. ``The vaccine has been administered to millions across the country. If there were a connection, we would have seen similar incidents in many other places - which is not the case. The state health authorities should thoroughly investigate the situation to determine the cause'', Shanghvi stated in a Linkedin post. Batting for the ``knowledge-driven sector which plays a vital role in global health'', Indian Pharmaceutical Alliance secretary general Sudarshan Jain said ``Misinformation and distortion of facts endanger public health and undermine the trust built on science and patient care globally''. Further, Biocon chairperson Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw said in a post on X that COVID-19 vaccines developed in India were approved, following ``rigorous protocols''. She debunked Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah's view which linked heart-related deaths in Hassan to Covid vaccine. O n July 1, he had said "hasty approval and distribution" of the vaccine to the public could also be a reason for the multiple deaths. UK major AstraZeneca had also licensed Pune-based Serum Institute of India to manufacture the Covid-19 vaccine, which was sold as Covishield in the country. It was also shipped to several countries as part of the govt's `Vaccine Maitri' initiative. Earlier, the health ministry said that extensive studies by the Indian Council of Medical Research and All India Institute of Medical Sciences have conclusively established no linkage between COVID-19 vaccines, and sudden deaths among adults post-COVID-19.
Hans India
01-07-2025
- General
- Hans India
‘Green Pledge 2025' rally for sustainability, electric mobility
Bengaluru: In a renewed push for urban sustainability and greener mobility, Bengaluru witnessed the launch of the 'Green Pledge 2025' campaign on Saturday with an electric bike rally and mass sapling plantation drive around Hulimavu Lake. The initiative, themed 'Go Green, Go EV,' was organised in association with the Hasirotsava Forum, Karnataka State Pollution Control Board (KSPCB), Suraksha Enviro Solutions, and the Sudaya Foundation, to mark World Environment Day. Bommanahalli MLA Satish Reddy, who inaugurated the event, stressed the need for a collective commitment to preserving Bengaluru's ecological assets. 'The city must remain green and its air clean. Lakes like Hulimavu are not just heritage landmarks but ecological lifelines,' he said, adding that ₹14 crore has been earmarked for the lake's rejuvenation.
Hans India
30-06-2025
- General
- Hans India
Bengaluru Hosts 'Green Pledge 2025' Rally to Promote Sustainability and Electric Mobility
Bengaluru: In a renewed push for urban sustainability and greener mobility, Bengaluru witnessed the launch of the 'Green Pledge 2025' campaign on Saturday with an electric bike rally and mass sapling plantation drive around Hulimavu Lake. The initiative, themed 'Go Green, Go EV,' was organised in association with the Hasirotsava Forum, Karnataka State Pollution Control Board (KSPCB), Suraksha Enviro Solutions, and the Sudaya Foundation, to mark World Environment Day. Bommanahalli MLA Satish Reddy, who inaugurated the event, stressed the need for a collective commitment to preserving Bengaluru's ecological assets. 'The city must remain green and its air clean. Lakes like Hulimavu are not just heritage landmarks but ecological lifelines,' he said, adding that ₹14 crore has been earmarked for the lake's rejuvenation. Highlighting the historic vision of city founder Kempegowda, Reddy said, 'He developed interconnected lakes to support the city's ecosystem. We must not take this natural wealth for granted.' S.E. Sudheendra, Chairman of the Karnataka State Bioenergy Development Board, flagged off the electric vehicle rally and underscored the city's responsibility to remain environmentally conscious. 'Bengaluru's weather draws people from across the country. It's up to us to protect it and move toward a plastic-free, sustainable future,' he said. Speaking on air pollution, Dr. B.R. Balagangadhar, retired senior scientific officer from KSPCB, warned of rising respiratory ailments linked to fossil fuel emissions. 'Switching to electric vehicles is not just smart—it's essential,' he said. Over 500 saplings were planted during the event, and more than 40 electric bikes, including those led by women riders, took part in the rally. Among the participants were former corporators Bhagyalakshmi Murali and Muralidhar (Arakere ward), and Bommanahalli regional environmental officer Ashok Kumar. The organisers encouraged citizens to contribute by planting saplings in their neighbourhoods. The Hasirotsava Forum can be contacted for support and guidance in such initiatives. The event was supported by BBMP, Sparsha Foundation, Biocon Biologics, Nexus Vega City Mall, Forum Mall, Apollo Cradle & Children's Hospital, Rentelo EV Bikes, Ezone EV Bikes, and others.
New Indian Express
24-06-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
Andhra CM Naidu reviews Aerospace, Defence Policy 4.0; sets Rs 1 lakh crore investment target
VIJAYAWADA: In a move to foster a thriving ecosystem for the aerospace and defence manufacturing industry in Andhra Pradesh, Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu reviewed the Aerospace and Defence Policy 4.0 (2025–2030) at the Secretariat on Monday. The policy sets a bold target of attracting investments ranging from Rs 50,000 crore to Rs 1 lakh crore in the sector over the next five years to establish AP as India's premier aerospace and defence manufacturing hub. The CM emphasized the need to position the state as a hub for advanced technologies and innovation in the aerospace and defence sectors. Citing India's use of modern technology during Operation Sindoor, he underscored the growing role of technology in national defence. He also emphasized the importance of developing such technologies for both defence applications and improving daily lives. AP should outperform others in MSMEs: CM Highlighting the potential in national defence, he said the new policy should play a key role in facilitating the setting up of industries aligned with these priorities. He suggested several amendments to ensure national security remains a top focus. Aerospace and Defence Advisor Satish Reddy joined the review via video conference and offered suggestions. The CM stressed the importance of supporting MSMEs in this sector, noting that AP should outperform other States in this regard. He proposed an annual `100 crore corpus fund and the inclusion of logistics subsidies in the new policy. 'MSMEs must be strengthened. There should be a benchmark for quality in allied industries. Value addition is essential, and marketing and branding are equally important. The vision of 'One Family, One Entrepreneur' must be realised,' he said. The policy designates specialised manufacturing corridors across the State for rapid industrial development.
