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| Jan 01, 1970 | Daily Report |
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201. Ayushman Bharat benefited over 45 crore citizens: National Health Authority
- The flagship Ayushman Bharat scheme has benefited over 45 crore citizens in the country, according to the National Health Authority's (NHA) annual report.
- The Annual Report 2024-25 highlighted that the schemes led to a massive expansion of health coverage. Over 9.19 crore hospital admissions facilitated under AB PM-JAY with treatment worth ₹1,29,386 crore.
- More than 30,000 hospitals (55 per cent public and 45 per cent private) are empanelled under the scheme, ensuring nationwide accessibility. A whopping 82 per cent of beneficiaries belonged to rural areas. Over 40.45 crore Ayushman cards were issued, covering 14.69 crore families.
- The ABDM drove digital health transformation in the country, the report said, citing 76.5 crore Ayushman Bharat Health Accounts (ABHA), which linked 51.3 crore health records, covering 6 in 10 Indians.
202. India Operationalizes 1.8 Lakh Ayushman Arogya Mandirs, Over 130 Crore NCD Screenings Complete
- India has operationalised 1,80,906 Ayushman Arogya Mandirs (AAMs) across the country as of October 31, 2025, Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare.
- Ayushman Arogya Mandirs offer 12 comprehensive primary healthcare packages, covering reproductive and child health services; management of non-communicable diseases; mental health; palliative and rehabilitative care; oral, eye, and ENT care; and first-level emergency and trauma management.
- To support this expanded service basket, drug and diagnostic availability has been strengthened, with 172 drugs and 63 diagnostics provided at PHC-AAMs, and 106 drugs and 14 diagnostics at SHC-AAMs.
- Launched in 2018, Ayushman Arogya Mandirs deliver an expanded range of primary healthcare services beyond maternal and child care, including management of non-communicable diseases, mental health conditions, palliative and rehabilitative services, oral/eye/ENT care, and basic emergency.
203. Over 17000 Jan Aushadhi Kendras opened nationwide till November 30: Minister tells Parliament
- Under the Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP) scheme, a total of 17,610 Jan Aushadhi Kendras (JAKs) have been opened across the country as on 30.11.2025, of which 277 JAKs have been opened in the State of Andhra Pradesh.
- With a view to further expand the coverage of the scheme, the Government has set a target to open 25,000 JAKs by March 2027. JAKs are opened by inviting applications from individual entrepreneurs, non-governmental organisations, societies, trusts, firms, private companies, etc.
- Uttar Pradesh leads in numbers with 3,731 centres, followed by Kerala, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu. Cumulative sales under the scheme during the last five financial years have exceeded ₹6,290 crore (MRP value).
- The government has set a target to expand the network to 25,000 Kendras by March 2027 to increase access to affordable quality medicines.
204. India–EU FTA Opens Unprecedented Market Access For Indian Exporters & MSMEs: FIEO President
- On January 28, 2026, the India–EU Free Trade Agreement was concluded in New Delhi, opening unprecedented market access for Indian exporters and MSMEs into the European Union’s goods and services market.
- FIEO President S C Ralhan said the deal, achieved through negotiations since 2022, reduces tariffs up to 10 % on $33 billion of exports, empowering labour-intensive sectors, MSMEs, women entrepreneurs, artisans, and youth.
- The FTA covers trade in goods/services, customs facilitation, digital trade, and mobility; improves regulatory cooperation, IP protection, and services opportunities; protects sensitive sectors, enhances consumer access, and aligns with India’s inclusive export-led growth goals.
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205. FTA with EU seen driving India’s textile exports to $100 billion by 2030
- On January 27, 2026, India and the European Union (EU) finalised a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) that could drive India’s textile exports to the EU toward $100 billion by 2030 with zero-duty access.
- Indian textile exporters gain zero-duty access to the EU’s ₹22.9 lakh crore ($263.5 billion) import market, removing tariff disadvantages and boosting competitiveness versus rivals like Bangladesh and Turkey.
- Current textile exports are about $36.7 billion, with $7.2 billion to the EU; zero-duty access may fuel 20–25 % annual growth across garments, cotton, MMF products, and expansive MSME participation.
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206. Maharashtra cabinet approves Metro project to link Mumbai and Navi Mumbai airports
- On 27 January 2026, the Maharashtra cabinet approved the 35 km Metro Line 8 project running from Mumbai International Airport to Navi Mumbai International Airport, with 20 stations including underground and elevated sections.
- The project was sanctioned by the Maharashtra Cabinet Infrastructure Committee; it will be implemented with planned land acquisition within six months and construction targeted for completion within about three years after approvals
- The corridor includes six underground and 14 elevated stations, extensive interchanges with existing metro lines, and is expected to reduce travel time drastically while boosting passenger mobility across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region
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207. Maharashtra launches country's first menopause clinics to support women's health
- On 28 January 2026, Maharashtra launched India’s first dedicated menopause clinics at government hospitals and urban health facilities statewide to support women’s health during the menopause transition.
- Implemented by the Maharashtra government’s public health system, the clinics provide medical consultations, mental health counselling, and health screenings at a single location for easier access and effective care.
- These clinics address bone, heart, hormonal health, and psychological wellbeing — a phase often overlooked in public healthcare. The initiative began around Makar Sankranti (14 January) and aims to serve as a model for other states.
208. India, EU sign new security and defence partnership
- On 27 January 2026, India and the EU signed a security and defence partnership agreement in the context of their ongoing strategic dialogue and broader summit engagements.
- The agreement was formalised between India and the European Union, setting up frameworks like an India-EU Defence Industry Forum to facilitate cooperation, integrate defence supply chains, and enhance industrial linkages.
- The partnership focuses on maritime and Indo-Pacific cooperation, industry collaboration, and support for defence manufacturers accessing EU markets; it also includes an annual Security and Defence Dialogue commitment.
209. Rail infrastructure boost to ease Malkajgiri traffic
- On 27 January 2026, in Hyderabad’s Malkajgiri area, foundation stones were laid for a Road Under Bridge (RUB) at Vajpayee Nagar and a Limited Height Subway (LHS) near Safilguda to reduce traffic congestion and improve travel flow.
- The projects are being executed by Indian Railways using full railway funding, replacing a busy level crossing with grade-separated infrastructure to improve traffic flow, safety, and daily commuting efficiency for residents.
- The total project cost is ₹87.28 crore, including ₹74.47 crore for the RUB and ₹12.81 crore for the LHS, aiming to permanently resolve long-pending traffic bottlenecks and enhance urban rail-road coordination.
210. India’s First Integrated Emergency & Critical Care Hospital, Ushering a New Era of Holistic Healthcare
- On January 26, 2026, India’s first integrated emergency and critical care hospital was inaugurated at Patanjali Yogpeeth (initially in Haridwar, expanding nationally), blending modern surgery with traditional healing under one roof.
- The facility was formally inaugurated by the Union Home and Cooperation Minister, developed by Patanjali Yogpeeth, integrating allopathic emergency care with Yoga, Ayurveda and naturopathy to offer holistic treatment approaches.
- The 250-bed super-speciality hospital offers 24×7 services across surgery, cardiology, neurology, orthopaedics, ICU, advanced diagnostics and aims to bridge prevention with critical care at affordable costs.