A third of monitored antibiotic manufacturers in Himachal found to be polluting

Direct emissions from the pharma industry are a hotspot of antibiotic residues since they are discharged in larger concentrations than other …

Alarming number of infections, deaths due to antimicrobial resistance across Europe: Report

Around 33,000 people died as a direct consequence of antibiotic-resistant bacteria infections

Collaboration, policy, regulatory changes needed to fight antimicrobial resistance: Report

Antibiotic manufacturing must be done responsibly to reduce AMR risk, says report by coalition working to tackle AMR

Clear and present danger: Lancet study highlights AMR time bomb in India, world

A recent study in The Lancet showed alarming casualties due to antimicrobial resistance globally, especially Asia and Africa; it also …

Antimicrobial resistance in aquaculture can hit exports, Centre warns states

Sale of antimicrobials in bulk to aquaculture farmers a serious concern, urgent measures needed, says fisheries department letter

Union agriculture ministry prohibits use of TB antibiotics on crops

The draft order prohibits import, manufacture or formulation of Streptomycin and Tetracycline for use in agriculture from February 1, 2022; …

Limiting antibiotics use in crops: What new actions did the government take

There were growing concerns over resistance to streptomycin and tetracycline antibiotics

Antimicrobial Awareness Week 2021: FAO launches action plan 2021–2025

The new plan aims to extend FAO’s capacity development assistance to its members

United Nations Food Systems Summit: Need to transform food systems, say experts

More than 90 heads of states and governments submitted their national strategies, commitments to strengthening food systems at the Summit  &…

Ivermectin for COVID-19: Mismatch between global and Indian policies

Union health ministry guidelines say the drug "may be" used for COVID-19 patients even as global agencies don't recommend 

Ivermectin for COVID-19: Is India overusing

The medical fraternity is divided on its use amid lack of strong evidence of its success in treating COVID-19

Tackling antibiotic misuse in dairy sector — with a few herbs and a prayer

Traditional veterinary medicines can go a long way in addressing the growing burden of antimicrobial resistance

Lessons learnt tackling COVID-19 can be used in global AMR response: Report

Increased investment, availability and accessibility of health infrastructure and global cooperation key to tackling AMR, it says 

Antibiotic-resistant bacteria found in Delhi street fruit juice samples

Study for which samples were taken, said the source of the bacteria could be municipal water