Today's Brief 19/03/2024

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1 . The India Innovation Summit highlighted a complex picture of tuberculosis in the nation.

While 2024 saw a record 26.07 lakh TB cases notified, indicating improved detection, the incidence rate has actually decreased by 17.7% since 2015.

This discrepancy is likely due to factors like increased case finding, population growth, and more effective surveillance.

Additionally, there has been a reduction in the number of "missing" TB cases, and a reduction in the death rates related to TB.

India's commitment to TB elimination is demonstrated through the National Tuberculosis Elimination Program (NTEP), aiming to end TB by 2025.

Key initiatives include active case finding, universal drug susceptibility testing, and directly observed treatment (DOTS).

The Nikshay Poshan Yojana provides nutritional support to TB patients, while the TB Harega Desh Jeetega campaign focuses on raising awareness and reducing stigma.

Innovative approaches like the use of digital technologies for patient monitoring and adherence are also being implemented.

These efforts combine improved diagnostics, treatment access, and socio-economic support to combat TB.

2 . Defence Minister Rajnath Singh held a meeting with his Netherlands counterpart, Ruben Brekelmans, in Delhi on Tuesday.

Brekelmans is visiting India to attend the Raisina Dialogue, which is currently underway in New Delhi from March 17.

The Raisina Dialogue 2025 is being hosted by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) and the Observer Research Foundation (ORF)

3 . Netherlands: often referred to as Holland, is a country located in Northwestern Europe. It is known for its flat landscape, extensive canal systems, windmills, and tulip fields.

The capital city is Amsterdam, while the government seat is in The Hague.

The Netherlands is a constitutional monarchy with a parliamentary system and is one of the most densely populated countries in the world.

It is a founding member of the European Union, NATO, and the OECD, and is also home to the International Court of Justice.

The country is renowned for its liberal policies, including the legalization of same-sex marriage and euthanasia.

The Dutch are known for their proficiency in English and cycling is a dominant mode of transportation.

The Netherlands has a strong economy, with major industries including agriculture, manufacturing, and services.

It is also famous for its artists, such as Vincent van Gogh and Rembrandt, and has a rich cultural heritage.

The country is situated below sea level in many areas, and has a sophisticated system of water management and land reclamation, exemplified by the Delta Works, a series of constructions built to protect the land from the sea.

4 . The Raisina Dialogue is India's premier conference on geopolitics and geo-economics, held annually in New Delhi.

Inspired by platforms like the Munich Security Conference and Shangri-La Dialogue, it was launched in 2016 by the Observer Research Foundation (ORF) in collaboration with the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India.

The dialogue brings together global leaders, policymakers, academics, business representatives, and media to discuss pressing international issues, including global governance, security, climate change, and technology.

The name "Raisina" is derived from Raisina Hill, the location of the Indian government's administrative center.

Over the years, the Raisina Dialogue has grown into a significant forum for fostering multilateral cooperation and shaping global discourse, reflecting India's rising influence in international affairs.

It provides a platform for diverse perspectives, promoting dialogue on challenges and opportunities in an interconnected world.