July 11, 2026

India and New Zealand on Saturday officially elevated their ties to strategic partnership as Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on an official visit to Auckland at the invitation of Prime Minister Christopher Luxon.PM Modi and his counterpart Luxon inked 18 agreements, setting out an ambitious framework to deepen cooperation across trade, agriculture, security, innovation and people-to-people ties over the next four years.Following the bilateral talks between both the Prime Ministers, India and New Zealand adopted the “India-New Zealand Strategic Partnership: Roadmap to 2030″Here are the key outcomes of the visitIndia-New Zealand Strategic Partnership: A Roadmap to 2030Ties elevated to Strategic PartnershipProvides a structured roadmap to guide India-New Zealand partnershipAdvances cooperation across sectors includingtrade and commerce, defence and security, agri-tech, education, sport, culture, and tourismMemorandum of Arrangement on Maritime Cooperation Between the ministry of defence of India and the New Zealand defence forceAdvances maritime security cooperation and interoperability in the Indo-PacificPromotes maritime domain awareness, joint exercises, HADR and capacity buildingImplementation Arrangement concerning cooperation in the matters of Hydrography and Nautical Cartography between India and New ZealandStrengthens hydrographic cooperation through joint production of navigational charts and hydrographic data sharingBuilds technical capacity through training and data sharingArrangement concerning the provision of Mutual Logistics Support between the Indian Navy and the New Zealand Defence ForceFacilitates reciprocal logistics support between the Indian Navy and the New Zealand Defence ForceImproves operational reach, interoperability and defence cooperation in the Indo-PacificArrangement on establishing a Joint Working Group on Counter-Terrorism between India and New ZealandInstitutionalises counter-terrorism dialogue and intelligence exchangeStrengthens cooperation against terrorism, violent extremism and transnational threatsMemorandum of Cooperation between the National Disaster Management Authority of India and the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) of New ZealandAdvances cooperation in disaster preparedness, response and resilienceEnhances capacity building and knowledge sharingMemorandum of Cooperation in the fields of Animal Husbandry and DairyingAdvances technical collaboration, knowledge exchange and best practicesBenefits farmers and strengthens food securityMemorandum of Arrangement in the field of TourismPromotes two-way tourism and people-to-people exchangesSupports economic growth and employment in the tourism sectorIndia-New Zealand Joint Action Plan on SportAdvances collaboration in sports, including high-performance sport, sports science, and sports medicinePromotes exchanges in priority sports and athlete development, including Rugby, Rowing, Athletics, Golf, BowlsAdvances cooperation between sporting institutions and strengthens people-to-people tiesMemorandum of Arrangement for the development of the National Maritime Heritage Complex (NMHC), Lothal at Gujarat between NMHC and New Zealand Maritime MuseumAdvances museum collaboration, including knowledge exchange in design and maintenance know-howAdvances India’s maritime heritagePromotes cultural tourismArrangement on Cultural Cooperation between the Ministry of Culture of India and the Ministry of Culture and Heritage of New ZealandPromotes cultural cooperation in arts, heritage and cultural initiativesStrengthens mutual understanding and people-to-people tiesDoubling Bilateral Trade to NZ$7 billion or Rs35,000 crore by 2030Boosts economic ties between India and New ZealandCreates new opportunities and market access for businessesBoosts exports and creates new jobs, especially for the youthEstablishing Maritime Security DialogueStrengthens cooperation, coordination and information exchange in the domain of maritime securityEnhances maritime security cooperationDeepens engagement on maritime issues between the two countriesNew Zealand nominates Maritime Security as a priority pillar under the Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative (IPOI)Under seven pillars of IPOI, New Zealand has joined the maritime security pillar for cooperation in areas including combating Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) fishingStrengthens maritime security cooperation between India and New ZealandEnhances regional stability in the Indo-PacificNew Zealand joins Global Biofuels AllianceStrengthens international cooperation on sustainable biofuelsAccelerates the development and adoption of sustainable biofuelsSupports a cleaner energy transitionLaunch of the Kiwi fruit Action Plan and Establishment of 2 Centres of Excellence for Kiwifruit in Nagaland and UttarakhandAdvances knowledge, skills and innovation for Kiwifruit productionDiversifies the production basket of our farmersBoosts farmers incomeMemorandum of Understanding between the National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR), Goa and University of Canterbury, New ZealandPromotes joint research and academic exchange in developing understanding of Antarctic regionAdvances climate forecasting, climate change and polar research studiesSupports capacity building and scientific cooperationMemorandum of Understanding between National Institute of Food Technology, Entrepreneurship and Management, Kundli (NIFTEM-K) & Massey University, New ZealandEstablishes a framework for cooperation in research and academic exchangePromotes student mobility and internshipsAdvances cooperation in education and researchGet the latest India news and live updates. 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India and New Zealand on Saturday officially elevated their ties to strategic partnership as Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on an official visit to Auckland at the invitation of Prime Minister Christopher Luxon.PM Modi and his counterpart Luxon inked 18 agreements, setting out an ambitious framework to deepen cooperation across trade, agriculture, security, innovation and people-to-people ties over the next four years.Following the bilateral talks between both the Prime Ministers, India and New Zealand adopted the “India-New Zealand Strategic Partnership: Roadmap to 2030″Here are the key outcomes of the visitIndia-New Zealand Strategic Partnership: A Roadmap to 2030Ties elevated to Strategic PartnershipProvides a structured roadmap to guide India-New Zealand partnershipAdvances cooperation across sectors includingtrade and commerce, defence and security, agri-tech, education, sport, culture, and tourismMemorandum of Arrangement on Maritime Cooperation Between the ministry of defence of India and the New Zealand defence forceAdvances maritime security cooperation and interoperability in the Indo-PacificPromotes maritime domain awareness, joint exercises, HADR and capacity buildingImplementation Arrangement concerning cooperation in the matters of Hydrography and Nautical Cartography between India and New ZealandStrengthens hydrographic cooperation through joint production of navigational charts and hydrographic data sharingBuilds technical capacity through training and data sharingArrangement concerning the provision of Mutual Logistics Support between the Indian Navy and the New Zealand Defence ForceFacilitates reciprocal logistics support between the Indian Navy and the New Zealand Defence ForceImproves operational reach, interoperability and defence cooperation in the Indo-PacificArrangement on establishing a Joint Working Group on Counter-Terrorism between India and New ZealandInstitutionalises counter-terrorism dialogue and intelligence exchangeStrengthens cooperation against terrorism, violent extremism and transnational threatsMemorandum of Cooperation between the National Disaster Management Authority of India and the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) of New ZealandAdvances cooperation in disaster preparedness, response and resilienceEnhances capacity building and knowledge sharingMemorandum of Cooperation in the fields of Animal Husbandry and DairyingAdvances technical collaboration, knowledge exchange and best practicesBenefits farmers and strengthens food securityMemorandum of Arrangement in the field of TourismPromotes two-way tourism and people-to-people exchangesSupports economic growth and employment in the tourism sectorIndia-New Zealand Joint Action Plan on SportAdvances collaboration in sports, including high-performance sport, sports science, and sports medicinePromotes exchanges in priority sports and athlete development, including Rugby, Rowing, Athletics, Golf, BowlsAdvances cooperation between sporting institutions and strengthens people-to-people tiesMemorandum of Arrangement for the development of the National Maritime Heritage Complex (NMHC), Lothal at Gujarat between NMHC and New Zealand Maritime MuseumAdvances museum collaboration, including knowledge exchange in design and maintenance know-howAdvances India’s maritime heritagePromotes cultural tourismArrangement on Cultural Cooperation between the Ministry of Culture of India and the Ministry of Culture and Heritage of New ZealandPromotes cultural cooperation in arts, heritage and cultural initiativesStrengthens mutual understanding and people-to-people tiesDoubling Bilateral Trade to NZ billion or Rs35,000 crore by 2030Boosts economic ties between India and New ZealandCreates new opportunities and market access for businessesBoosts exports and creates new jobs, especially for the youthEstablishing Maritime Security DialogueStrengthens cooperation, coordination and information exchange in the domain of maritime securityEnhances maritime security cooperationDeepens engagement on maritime issues between the two countriesNew Zealand nominates Maritime Security as a priority pillar under the Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative (IPOI)Under seven pillars of IPOI, New Zealand has joined the maritime security pillar for cooperation in areas including combating Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) fishingStrengthens maritime security cooperation between India and New ZealandEnhances regional stability in the Indo-PacificNew Zealand joins Global Biofuels AllianceStrengthens international cooperation on sustainable biofuelsAccelerates the development and adoption of sustainable biofuelsSupports a cleaner energy transitionLaunch of the Kiwi fruit Action Plan and Establishment of 2 Centres of Excellence for Kiwifruit in Nagaland and UttarakhandAdvances knowledge, skills and innovation for Kiwifruit productionDiversifies the production basket of our farmersBoosts farmers incomeMemorandum of Understanding between the National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR), Goa and University of Canterbury, New ZealandPromotes joint research and academic exchange in developing understanding of Antarctic regionAdvances climate forecasting, climate change and polar research studiesSupports capacity building and scientific cooperationMemorandum of Understanding between National Institute of Food Technology, Entrepreneurship and Management, Kundli (NIFTEM-K) & Massey University, New ZealandEstablishes a framework for cooperation in research and academic exchangePromotes student mobility and internshipsAdvances cooperation in education and researchGet the latest India news and live updates. 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Roadmap to 2030: India, New Zealand seal 18 pacts across defence, trade and security

India and New Zealand on Saturday officially elevated their ties to strategic partnership as Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on an official visit to Auckland at the invitation of Prime Minister Christopher Luxon.PM Modi and his counterpart Luxon inked 18 agreements, setting out an ambitious framework to deepen cooperation across trade, agriculture, security, innovation and people-to-people ties over the next four years.Following the bilateral talks between both the Prime Ministers, India and New Zealand adopted the “India-New Zealand Strategic Partnership: Roadmap to 2030”Here are the key outcomes of the visitIndia-New Zealand Strategic Partnership: A Roadmap to 2030

  • Ties elevated to Strategic Partnership
  • Provides a structured roadmap to guide India-New Zealand partnership
  • Advances cooperation across sectors including
  • trade and commerce, defence and security, agri-tech, education, sport, culture, and tourism

Memorandum of Arrangement on Maritime Cooperation Between the ministry of defence of India and the New Zealand defence force

  • Advances maritime security cooperation and interoperability in the Indo-Pacific
  • Promotes maritime domain awareness, joint exercises, HADR and capacity building

Implementation Arrangement concerning cooperation in the matters of Hydrography and Nautical Cartography between India and New Zealand

  • Strengthens hydrographic cooperation through joint production of navigational charts and hydrographic data sharing
  • Builds technical capacity through training and data sharing

Arrangement concerning the provision of Mutual Logistics Support between the Indian Navy and the New Zealand Defence Force

  • Facilitates reciprocal logistics support between the Indian Navy and the New Zealand Defence Force
  • Improves operational reach, interoperability and defence cooperation in the Indo-Pacific

Arrangement on establishing a Joint Working Group on Counter-Terrorism between India and New Zealand

  • Institutionalises counter-terrorism dialogue and intelligence exchange
  • Strengthens cooperation against terrorism, violent extremism and transnational threats

Memorandum of Cooperation between the National Disaster Management Authority of India and the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) of New Zealand

  • Advances cooperation in disaster preparedness, response and resilience
  • Enhances capacity building and knowledge sharing

Memorandum of Cooperation in the fields of Animal Husbandry and Dairying

  • Advances technical collaboration, knowledge exchange and best practices
  • Benefits farmers and strengthens food security

Memorandum of Arrangement in the field of Tourism

  • Promotes two-way tourism and people-to-people exchanges
  • Supports economic growth and employment in the tourism sector

India-New Zealand Joint Action Plan on Sport

  • Advances collaboration in sports, including high-performance sport, sports science, and sports medicine
  • Promotes exchanges in priority sports and athlete development, including Rugby, Rowing, Athletics, Golf, Bowls
  • Advances cooperation between sporting institutions and strengthens people-to-people ties

Memorandum of Arrangement for the development of the National Maritime Heritage Complex (NMHC), Lothal at Gujarat between NMHC and New Zealand Maritime Museum

  • Advances museum collaboration, including knowledge exchange in design and maintenance know-how
  • Advances India’s maritime heritage
  • Promotes cultural tourism

Arrangement on Cultural Cooperation between the Ministry of Culture of India and the Ministry of Culture and Heritage of New Zealand

  • Promotes cultural cooperation in arts, heritage and cultural initiatives
  • Strengthens mutual understanding and people-to-people ties

Doubling Bilateral Trade to NZ$7 billion or Rs35,000 crore by 2030

  • Boosts economic ties between India and New Zealand
  • Creates new opportunities and market access for businesses
  • Boosts exports and creates new jobs, especially for the youth

Establishing Maritime Security Dialogue

  • Strengthens cooperation, coordination and information exchange in the domain of maritime security
  • Enhances maritime security cooperation
  • Deepens engagement on maritime issues between the two countries

New Zealand nominates Maritime Security as a priority pillar under the Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative (IPOI)

  • Under seven pillars of IPOI, New Zealand has joined the maritime security pillar for cooperation in areas including combating Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) fishing
  • Strengthens maritime security cooperation between India and New Zealand
  • Enhances regional stability in the Indo-Pacific

New Zealand joins Global Biofuels Alliance

  • Strengthens international cooperation on sustainable biofuels
  • Accelerates the development and adoption of sustainable biofuels
  • Supports a cleaner energy transition

Launch of the Kiwi fruit Action Plan and Establishment of 2 Centres of Excellence for Kiwifruit in Nagaland and Uttarakhand

  • Advances knowledge, skills and innovation for Kiwifruit production
  • Diversifies the production basket of our farmers
  • Boosts farmers income

Memorandum of Understanding between the National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR), Goa and University of Canterbury, New Zealand

  • Promotes joint research and academic exchange in developing understanding of Antarctic region
  • Advances climate forecasting, climate change and polar research studies
  • Supports capacity building and scientific cooperation

Memorandum of Understanding between National Institute of Food Technology, Entrepreneurship and Management, Kundli (NIFTEM-K) & Massey University, New Zealand

  • Establishes a framework for cooperation in research and academic exchange
  • Promotes student mobility and internships
  • Advances cooperation in education and research



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All the more reason for the people not to vote for the party,” Kishor said.RJD spokesperson Shakti Yadav claimed that Abhishek Kumar Sinha “has not withdrawn his candidature of his own accord, but was forced to pull out at the instance of the BJP high command”.Congress spokesperson Asit Nath Tiwari, whose party is an RJD ally, said in a statement: “Nitin Nabin had given the ticket to one of his close associates, believing that as national president he was in a position to call the shots. But he got tattled upon by his detractors and received a dressing down from Union Home Minister Amit Shah.”The Bankipur bypoll was necessitated by the resignation of Nitin Nabin. Polling will be held on July 30, while the counting of votes is scheduled for August 3.Get the latest India news and live updates. 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NEW DELHI: Bharatiya Janata Party on Friday handed an early edge to its opponents in the upcoming Bankipur Assembly bypoll after its candidate, Abhishek Kumar Sinha, pulled out of the contest, citing “family reasons.”The move gave fresh ammunition to the opposition, which claimed that the saffron party was “jittery at the prospect of a defeat” in the seat vacated by BJP national president Nitin Nabin.”Because of family reasons, I am unable to contest the bypoll. But I will continue to work for the party as a committed worker. I have conveyed the same to state president Sanjay Saraogi,” Sinha said while addressing a press conference, where he took no questions.Minutes later, the BJP national headquarters in New Delhi announced that the party’s central election committee had decided to field 32-year-old Neeraj Kumar Sinha.Why Abhishek Kumar Sinha backed outReportedly, Abhishek Kumar Sinha’s announcement came shortly after a meeting of the BJP-led NDA held at chief minister Samrat Choudhary’s residence.”Negative inputs” about the candidate may have been the reason behind the decision, news agency PTI reported, citing sources.BJP sources, speaking on the condition of anonymity, said that a close family member of Abhishek Kumar Sinha was convicted in the fodder scam, and the party was wary that Jan Suraaj founder Prashant Kishor could put it on the back foot once he got wind of the “tainted background”.The upcoming bypoll in the Bankipur constituency is expected to be a high-voltage contest, with Kishor also throwing his hat into the ring.PK, who is expected to file his nomination papers on Monday has been campaigning intensively, calling upon voters to register their dissatisfaction with the BJP by defeating the party in the bypoll.”I know that even if I win, the NDA, which enjoys a brute majority, will not lose power. But the people had voted for (JDU president) Nitish Kumar. They can make the BJP top brass understand their displeasure by defeating it in Bankipur. I promise that just one MLA of the Jan Suraaj Party will outweigh the remaining 242 ones,” has been a common refrain of Kishor.When Kishor was asked about the perception, he said: “I do not know about the NDA meeting. But Bankipur is witnessing a meeting of the people who are determined to vote against the Samrat Choudhary government. I shall not brag that the BJP is scared of me. But they are certainly scared of the public anger. They have begun to realise that before the will of the people, the ED, CBI and the entire power machinery is powerless.””So, it is an admission on the part of the BJP that it fields corrupt people. All the more reason for the people not to vote for the party,” Kishor said.RJD spokesperson Shakti Yadav claimed that Abhishek Kumar Sinha “has not withdrawn his candidature of his own accord, but was forced to pull out at the instance of the BJP high command”.Congress spokesperson Asit Nath Tiwari, whose party is an RJD ally, said in a statement: “Nitin Nabin had given the ticket to one of his close associates, believing that as national president he was in a position to call the shots. But he got tattled upon by his detractors and received a dressing down from Union Home Minister Amit Shah.”The Bankipur bypoll was necessitated by the resignation of Nitin Nabin. Polling will be held on July 30, while the counting of votes is scheduled for August 3.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos”J&K Is Part Of India”: Indian Diplomat Objects To Map Row At Dhaka Foreign Policy EventSupreme Court Drama: Petitioner Abuses CJI, Throws Papers; No Contempt Action TakenDevendra Fadnavis Clarifies ‘Bhade Ke Tattu’ Remark, Says He Will Call Critics ‘Hired Fools’Amit Shah Announces Smart Border Vision With Four-Pronged Security Grid40-Foot Illegal Pipeline Linked To IOCL Oil Network Found In Rajasthan; Police Probe Oil TheftThree-Fold Rise In Assam Budget: Aims At Uplifting People, Says CM Sarma’You Will Have To Kill Me’: Mamata’s Defiant Message As TMC Faces Major RebellionIRCTC Rolls Out Beta Website With Simpler Booking Experience; 4 Key Changes Explained’She Pleaded For Help, No One Listened’: What The CCTV Reveals About Jaipur Schoolgirl’s DeathIgnored Warnings Or Natural Calamity? 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On July 15, the panel will meet to discuss the affordability and accessibility of healthcare facilities in the public and private sectors. NEW DELHI: The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Health and Family Welfare will meet on July 16 to discuss the conduct of the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET) under the National Medical Commission (NMC) Act, 2019, weeks after the medical entrance examination was re-conducted following the cancellation of the original test over alleged paper leak.The panel, headed by Rajya Sabha MP Ram Gopal Yadav, will also examine the organisational structure, mandate and functional proficiency of regulatory institutions under the Union health ministry.The original NEET-UG examination, held on May 3, was cancelled after allegations of a paper leak and was re-conducted on June 21. The July 16meeting is expected to review the examination process and the role of regulators under the NMC Act.A day earlier, on July 15, the panel will meet to discuss the affordability and accessibility of healthcare facilities in the public and private sectors.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorAnuja JaiswalAnuja Jaiswal is a Senior Assistant Editor at The Times of India, with an impressive 18-year career in narrative journalism. She specializes in health and heritage reporting, expertly simplifying complex health information to make it engaging and understandable for readers. Her deep dives into heritage topics are well-researched, resulting in captivating narratives that resonate with her audience. Over the years, she has worked in Chandigarh, Chhattisgarh and West UP, gaining diverse on-ground experience that shapes her storytelling.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosSupreme Court Drama: Petitioner Abuses CJI, Throws Papers; No Contempt Action TakenDevendra Fadnavis Clarifies ‘Bhade Ke Tattu’ Remark, Says He Will Call Critics ‘Hired Fools’Amit Shah Announces Smart Border Vision With Four-Pronged Security Grid40-Foot Illegal Pipeline Linked To IOCL Oil Network Found In Rajasthan; Police Probe Oil TheftThree-Fold Rise In Assam Budget: Aims At Uplifting People, Says CM Sarma’You Will Have To Kill Me’: Mamata’s Defiant Message As TMC Faces Major RebellionIRCTC Rolls Out Beta Website With Simpler Booking Experience; 4 Key Changes Explained’She Pleaded For Help, No One Listened’: What The CCTV Reveals About Jaipur Schoolgirl’s DeathIgnored Warnings Or Natural Calamity? Kerala Orders Probe Into Wayanad Landslide Tragedy’Exam Paper Came A Night Before’: UGC-NET Leak Trail, Whistleblower Tells His Story | Watch123PhotostoriesFrom Samosa to Bread Pakoda: Popular deep-fried snacks of India and their calorie count you should knowTop 6 most visited national parks in the USA every nature lover should experience once in their lifetimeHow Chanel No. 5 got its famous name: The story behind the iconic fragrance10 baby names that mean “miracle” in different cultures6 stunning red birds in India and where to find themIf your child says these 7 phrases often, psychologists say they’re asking for connectionAre you accidentally damaging your kidneys? Doctor reveals the common daily mistakes that can lead to silent kidney diseaseSreeleela and Kalyani Priyadarshan ace the Wimbledon dress code with timeless London fashion5 natural alternatives to collagen supplements for healthy hair and skinRed vs green vs yellow bell peppers: Who wins the nutrition face-off?123Hot PicksSIRBlake LivelyGurgaon EncounterCM VijayAlex PereiraPM ModiNico HischierStrait of HormuzSimone BilesTop TrendingGurgaon MonsoonAMU Seerat CertificateTelangana Techie Wife MurderFIFA World Cup 2026Weather TodayTS EAMCET Phase 1 seat allotmentRamesh MhatreDelhi NCR rainGurgaon EncounterIran war

On July 15, the panel will meet to discuss the affordability and accessibility of healthcare facilities in the public and private sectors. NEW DELHI: The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Health and Family Welfare will meet on July 16 to discuss the conduct of the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET) under the National Medical Commission (NMC) Act, 2019, weeks after the medical entrance examination was re-conducted following the cancellation of the original test over alleged paper leak.The panel, headed by Rajya Sabha MP Ram Gopal Yadav, will also examine the organisational structure, mandate and functional proficiency of regulatory institutions under the Union health ministry.The original NEET-UG examination, held on May 3, was cancelled after allegations of a paper leak and was re-conducted on June 21. The July 16meeting is expected to review the examination process and the role of regulators under the NMC Act.A day earlier, on July 15, the panel will meet to discuss the affordability and accessibility of healthcare facilities in the public and private sectors.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorAnuja JaiswalAnuja Jaiswal is a Senior Assistant Editor at The Times of India, with an impressive 18-year career in narrative journalism. She specializes in health and heritage reporting, expertly simplifying complex health information to make it engaging and understandable for readers. Her deep dives into heritage topics are well-researched, resulting in captivating narratives that resonate with her audience. Over the years, she has worked in Chandigarh, Chhattisgarh and West UP, gaining diverse on-ground experience that shapes her storytelling.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosSupreme Court Drama: Petitioner Abuses CJI, Throws Papers; No Contempt Action TakenDevendra Fadnavis Clarifies ‘Bhade Ke Tattu’ Remark, Says He Will Call Critics ‘Hired Fools’Amit Shah Announces Smart Border Vision With Four-Pronged Security Grid40-Foot Illegal Pipeline Linked To IOCL Oil Network Found In Rajasthan; Police Probe Oil TheftThree-Fold Rise In Assam Budget: Aims At Uplifting People, Says CM Sarma’You Will Have To Kill Me’: Mamata’s Defiant Message As TMC Faces Major RebellionIRCTC Rolls Out Beta Website With Simpler Booking Experience; 4 Key Changes Explained’She Pleaded For Help, No One Listened’: What The CCTV Reveals About Jaipur Schoolgirl’s DeathIgnored Warnings Or Natural Calamity? Kerala Orders Probe Into Wayanad Landslide Tragedy’Exam Paper Came A Night Before’: UGC-NET Leak Trail, Whistleblower Tells His Story | Watch123PhotostoriesFrom Samosa to Bread Pakoda: Popular deep-fried snacks of India and their calorie count you should knowTop 6 most visited national parks in the USA every nature lover should experience once in their lifetimeHow Chanel No. 5 got its famous name: The story behind the iconic fragrance10 baby names that mean “miracle” in different cultures6 stunning red birds in India and where to find themIf your child says these 7 phrases often, psychologists say they’re asking for connectionAre you accidentally damaging your kidneys? Doctor reveals the common daily mistakes that can lead to silent kidney diseaseSreeleela and Kalyani Priyadarshan ace the Wimbledon dress code with timeless London fashion5 natural alternatives to collagen supplements for healthy hair and skinRed vs green vs yellow bell peppers: Who wins the nutrition face-off?123Hot PicksSIRBlake LivelyGurgaon EncounterCM VijayAlex PereiraPM ModiNico HischierStrait of HormuzSimone BilesTop TrendingGurgaon MonsoonAMU Seerat CertificateTelangana Techie Wife MurderFIFA World Cup 2026Weather TodayTS EAMCET Phase 1 seat allotmentRamesh MhatreDelhi NCR rainGurgaon EncounterIran war

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The ministry said the products covered include certain herbal and medicinal liquid preparations, including cardamom and ginger tinctures. NEW DELHI: Oral medicinal formulations containing more than 12% ethyl alcohol and sold in bottles larger than 30 ml will soon require a doctor’s prescription after the Centre amended the Drugs Rules to curb their misuse.Officials said the move follows complaints from states, including Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh, that certain medicinal tinctures were allegedly being misused. Traditionally, tinctures containing ingredients such as cardamom and ginger were intended as medicinal preparations, largely used as digestive aids. However, some products allegedly contained 60-80% ethyl alcohol and were allegedly being sold as medicinal products despite containing very high levels of ethyl alcohol and were reportedly being misused like liquor.The ministry said the products covered include certain herbal and medicinal liquid preparations, including cardamom and ginger tinctures. These are concentrated herbal extracts prepared using ethyl alcohol as a solvent, not the kitchen spices themselves. While cardamom and ginger have long been used in traditional medicine, particularly for digestive and other therapeutic purposes, some tincture formulations contain 80-90% ethyl alcohol, making them vulnerable to misuse for intoxication.The health ministry has notified the Drugs (Tenth Amendment) Rules, 2026, under which such formulations will no longer be exempt from licensing requirements under Schedule K of the Drugs Rules, 1945. Instead, they will be brought under Schedule H1, meaning they can be sold only against the prescription of a registered medical practitioner. Pharmacies will also have to maintain records of every sale. The rules will come into force six months after their publication in the Official Gazette.With the amendment, oral medicinal formulations containing more than 12% ethyl alcohol will no longer be able to claim exemption under Schedule K merely because they contain ingredients such as cardamom, ginger or other spices.Existing provisions under the Drugs Rules already prescribe ethyl alcohol limits for several traditional systems of medicine. Ayurvedic, Siddha and Unani syrups are permitted to contain up to 16% ethyl alcohol, while Homoeopathic medicines are limited to 12%. Officials said the latest amendment seeks to create a uniform regulatory framework for medicinal products containing high levels of ethyl alcohol.According to the ministry, the amendment is aimed at strengthening regulatory oversight of medicines containing high levels of ethyl alcohol, ensuring they are supplied only through the regulated pharmaceutical supply chain and reducing the possibility of diversion and misuse while ensuring they remain available for genuine therapeutic use.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorAnuja JaiswalAnuja Jaiswal is a Senior Assistant Editor at The Times of India, with an impressive 18-year career in narrative journalism. She specializes in health and heritage reporting, expertly simplifying complex health information to make it engaging and understandable for readers. Her deep dives into heritage topics are well-researched, resulting in captivating narratives that resonate with her audience. Over the years, she has worked in Chandigarh, Chhattisgarh and West UP, gaining diverse on-ground experience that shapes her storytelling.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosSupreme Court Drama: Petitioner Abuses CJI, Throws Papers; No Contempt Action TakenDevendra Fadnavis Clarifies ‘Bhade Ke Tattu’ Remark, Says He Will Call Critics ‘Hired Fools’Amit Shah Announces Smart Border Vision With Four-Pronged Security Grid40-Foot Illegal Pipeline Linked To IOCL Oil Network Found In Rajasthan; Police Probe Oil TheftThree-Fold Rise In Assam Budget: Aims At Uplifting People, Says CM Sarma’You Will Have To Kill Me’: Mamata’s Defiant Message As TMC Faces Major RebellionIRCTC Rolls Out Beta Website With Simpler Booking Experience; 4 Key Changes Explained’She Pleaded For Help, No One Listened’: What The CCTV Reveals About Jaipur Schoolgirl’s DeathIgnored Warnings Or Natural Calamity? 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The ministry said the products covered include certain herbal and medicinal liquid preparations, including cardamom and ginger tinctures. NEW DELHI: Oral medicinal formulations containing more than 12% ethyl alcohol and sold in bottles larger than 30 ml will soon require a doctor’s prescription after the Centre amended the Drugs Rules to curb their misuse.Officials said the move follows complaints from states, including Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh, that certain medicinal tinctures were allegedly being misused. Traditionally, tinctures containing ingredients such as cardamom and ginger were intended as medicinal preparations, largely used as digestive aids. However, some products allegedly contained 60-80% ethyl alcohol and were allegedly being sold as medicinal products despite containing very high levels of ethyl alcohol and were reportedly being misused like liquor.The ministry said the products covered include certain herbal and medicinal liquid preparations, including cardamom and ginger tinctures. These are concentrated herbal extracts prepared using ethyl alcohol as a solvent, not the kitchen spices themselves. While cardamom and ginger have long been used in traditional medicine, particularly for digestive and other therapeutic purposes, some tincture formulations contain 80-90% ethyl alcohol, making them vulnerable to misuse for intoxication.The health ministry has notified the Drugs (Tenth Amendment) Rules, 2026, under which such formulations will no longer be exempt from licensing requirements under Schedule K of the Drugs Rules, 1945. Instead, they will be brought under Schedule H1, meaning they can be sold only against the prescription of a registered medical practitioner. Pharmacies will also have to maintain records of every sale. The rules will come into force six months after their publication in the Official Gazette.With the amendment, oral medicinal formulations containing more than 12% ethyl alcohol will no longer be able to claim exemption under Schedule K merely because they contain ingredients such as cardamom, ginger or other spices.Existing provisions under the Drugs Rules already prescribe ethyl alcohol limits for several traditional systems of medicine. Ayurvedic, Siddha and Unani syrups are permitted to contain up to 16% ethyl alcohol, while Homoeopathic medicines are limited to 12%. Officials said the latest amendment seeks to create a uniform regulatory framework for medicinal products containing high levels of ethyl alcohol.According to the ministry, the amendment is aimed at strengthening regulatory oversight of medicines containing high levels of ethyl alcohol, ensuring they are supplied only through the regulated pharmaceutical supply chain and reducing the possibility of diversion and misuse while ensuring they remain available for genuine therapeutic use.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorAnuja JaiswalAnuja Jaiswal is a Senior Assistant Editor at The Times of India, with an impressive 18-year career in narrative journalism. She specializes in health and heritage reporting, expertly simplifying complex health information to make it engaging and understandable for readers. Her deep dives into heritage topics are well-researched, resulting in captivating narratives that resonate with her audience. Over the years, she has worked in Chandigarh, Chhattisgarh and West UP, gaining diverse on-ground experience that shapes her storytelling.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosSupreme Court Drama: Petitioner Abuses CJI, Throws Papers; No Contempt Action TakenDevendra Fadnavis Clarifies ‘Bhade Ke Tattu’ Remark, Says He Will Call Critics ‘Hired Fools’Amit Shah Announces Smart Border Vision With Four-Pronged Security Grid40-Foot Illegal Pipeline Linked To IOCL Oil Network Found In Rajasthan; Police Probe Oil TheftThree-Fold Rise In Assam Budget: Aims At Uplifting People, Says CM Sarma’You Will Have To Kill Me’: Mamata’s Defiant Message As TMC Faces Major RebellionIRCTC Rolls Out Beta Website With Simpler Booking Experience; 4 Key Changes Explained’She Pleaded For Help, No One Listened’: What The CCTV Reveals About Jaipur Schoolgirl’s DeathIgnored Warnings Or Natural Calamity? 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