In a major medical breakthrough, the US FDA has approved a new oral drug for Thalassemia, offering hope for a transfusion-free life. Discussing the development, Dr Sanjeev Bagai, Chairman of Nephron Clinic, states that the drug 'would definitely be a game changer' as it addresses the root cause of beta protein dysfunction. Currently, patients face lifelong challenges with regular blood transfusions, iron overload, and chelation therapy. Dr Bagai highlights that the new oral medication could improve quality of life and reduce costs. Regarding availability in India, he estimates a timeline of six to nine months, pending local trials by the ICMR.
This special News Today edition covers Pakistan's decision to boycott its T20 World Cup match against India following Bangladesh's withdrawal. The program features analysis by Sunil Gavaskar regarding potential ICC sanctions.
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In her 124-minute speech -- after which the Sensex plunged over 1,600 points before staging a partial recovery -- Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced a higher capital expenditure outlay of Rs 12.2 lakh crore for FY27 and set a fiscal deficit target of 4.3 per cent of GDP.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India’s 140 crore citizens are no longer content with being the world’s fastest-growing economy and want the country to become the world’s third-largest economy “as soon as possible.” He said the Union Budget gives equal importance to multiple sectors and lays the groundwork for achieving the vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047. Highlighting Nari Shakti, Modi praised Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, calling the Budget historic for underscoring India’s commitment to women’s empowerment. “As a woman Finance Minister, Nirmala ji has set a new record by presenting the Union Budget for the ninth consecutive time,” the Prime Minister said, lauding her leadership and consistency.
