VK News Today https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html ‘I support a democratic India’; Jyotika backs students protest against the alleged irregularities in the NEET examination Anamika Khanna opens India Couture Week 2026 with a dreamlike ‘Moonlit Palace’ showcase in Hyderabad | Weekly Chinese Horoscope, 27 July–02 August 2026: Luck May Rise for Goat and Dog, While Ox and Tiger Need Care Honda ZR-V launched in India at Rs 48 lakh: Efficiency, features & more ‘Sack Pradhan from Cabinet’: Rahul says ministerial reshuffle won’t quell protest Army rescues 57 stranded as major flood relief operation begins in Gujarat’s Navsari | India News IBPS PO, SO recruitment 2026: Registration window closes tomorrow, check steps to apply ‘Jana Nayagan’ box office collections day 3 (Live): Thalapathy Vijay and Pooja Hegde’s film adds Rs 1.94 crore, India Net touches Rs 65.79 crore Dinosaur Graveyard: How ancient monsoons and cyclones built one of the world’s most extraordinary dinosaur graveyards Saturn Retrograde 2026 for Cancer: Sudden Destiny Blocks, Rebuild Your Foundations Army gets demo of indigenous counter-drone system ‘Bhargavastra’ ICMR transfers medical technologies under Patent Mitra Initiative NEW DELHI: A potential new treatment for cervical pre-cancer and two next-generation vaccines against typhoid and other gut infections have moved a step closer to becoming available in India after the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) licensed the technologies to Indian pharmaceutical companies. If successful, the indigenous products could improve access to affordable treatment and vaccines while reducing dependence on imported technologies.The technologies have been transferred under ICMR’s Medical Innovations Patent Mitra initiative, which helps convert government-funded research into products that can be developed, tested and eventually brought to the market.Among them is SHetA2, a potential treatment for Cervical Intraepithelial Neoplasia (CIN), a precancerous condition caused by persistent infection with the human papillomavirus (HPV). If left untreated, CIN can progress to cervical cancer, one of the leading cancers among Indian women.Unlike surgery, which is commonly used to remove abnormal cells, SHetA2 is designed to selectively destroy HPV-infected abnormal cells while sparing healthy cells. Scientists believe it could offer women a safer and less invasive treatment option in the future. The technology has been licensed to Emcure Pharmaceuticals for further development, clinical testing and commercialisation.ICMR has also licensed two vaccine technologies developed by its National Institute for Research in Bacterial Infections (NIRBI), Kolkata, to Biological E. One is a next-generation vaccine against typhoid, while the other is designed to protect against typhoid, paratyphoid and Shigella, bacteria that cause severe diarrhoea and other intestinal infections, particularly among children.The vaccine candidates will now undergo further development and evaluation before they can be considered for regulatory approval and public use.Dr Rajiv Bahl, Secretary, Department of Health Research, and Director General, ICMR, said partnerships between researchers and industry are helping move promising discoveries from laboratories to patients while strengthening India’s biomedical innovation ecosystem.The technology transfer is part of ICMR’s broader effort to support indigenous healthcare innovation through patent protection, technology licensing, clinical validation and regulatory facilitation, with the aim of making affordable medicines and vaccines available to patients.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 MediaVideosIndia Rejects Pakistan’s Flood Allegation, Says Chenab Surge Caused By Heavy Monsoon Rainfall AloneDelhi Police Flags 400 People With Criminal Records Near CJP Protest Using Facial Recognition SystemCJP To Collect Protest Videos, Identify Police Personnel, Seek FIRs Over July 20 CrackdownCabinet Approves Tougher Anti-Paper Leak Bill; Up To 10-Year Jail And Rs 10 Crore Fine ProposedDelhi Police Fact-Checks Viral Claim On Passport Cancellation Of CJP ProtestersCentre Seeks Time Till Saturday On Dharmendra Pradhan’s Resignation Demand, Says CJP After TalksMassive Anti-Terror Sweep After Anantnag Terror Attack, Omar Abdullah Questions ActionUS Slaps 10% Tariff on India! Is This a Trade Warning or a Big Win for Indian Exports?Delhi Police Special Cell Probe Into Violence Against 129 Personnel, 11 FIRs Registered | WatchSonam Wangchuk Ends Fast After Centre’s Written Assurances As Delhi Remains Under Lockdown Measures123PhotostoriesFrom black rice to basmati: Indian rice varieties ranked from most to least nutritiousMeet the cast of ’72 Hours,’ led by Kevin Hart, Mason Gooding and Marcello HernándezHeart disease in women: Women with THIS common hormonal condition are at higher risk, new study findsKyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi’s Apara Mehta on separation with husband; recalls husband Darshan Jariwala saying, ‘I’ve Fallen Out of Love, You’re the Ugliest Woman’What happens when you mix bay leaves and vinegar and use it in the kitchen?Why Indian women wear toe rings: The forgotten meanings across different statesShubhanshu Shukla carried 3 Indian dishes to space: 9 other desi dishes that made to space in pastFeeling emotionally drained? These 5 things may be weighing you downDia Mirza’s ivory anarkali is so graceful, it leaves maximalism searching for attention10 beautiful baby names inspired by timeless musical instruments123Hot PicksSchool holiday todayDelhi metroCJP ProtestMumbai rainGujarat RainAIIMS notificationNEET paper controversyAAI recruitment 2026Caitline ClarkTop TrendingMP NEET Arpirant RapeNEET Paper LeakCJP Protester AssaultedKerala IPS Ajith Kumar SuspensionAssam Flood DeathsDelhi Metro Stations ClosedMumbai ProtestUP Amroha WeddingHarbhajan singhIND U19 vs Sri Lanka U19 India’s para cyclist Lisha Das rejects federation’s support, opts for own kit and flag | Commonwealth Games News MBA in 2027: Looking beyond the IIM tag? Here’s how placement data can help you choose the right B-school ‘Blade Runner 2099’ unveils teaser at San Diego Comic-Con: Here’s all you need to know about futuristic saga Vasudeva Dwadashi Puja 2026: Date, Time, Puja Vidhi and Significance ‘Getting IV drips every morning’: CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke diagnosed with typhoid ‘Is this Gandhi’s India?’: CJP questions alleged tank movement to Delhi | India News CWG 2026: No ban on handshakes with Pakistan players, receiving gifts forbidden | Commonwealth Games News NEET UG counselling 2026: Eyeing AIIMS Delhi? Here’s where India’s top medical colleges rank ‘System of a Down’ and ‘Faith No More’ spark Australian tour speculation with symbols spotted across cities 5 things to check when buying bottled water Saturn Retrograde 2026 for Gemini: Crucial Karma Scrutiny, Time for a Career Reality Check Delay in Dhanush procurement leaves Army short of modern guns ‘Made the entire nation proud’: PM Modi reacts as Jhandu Kumar wins India’s first medal at Commonwealth Games 2026 | Commonwealth Games News Sanam Shetty SPEAKS after heated exchange at NEET protest venue; SLAMS ‘JOKER’ tag for Vijay’s ‘Jana Nayagan’ fans At what age do children start forming lifelong memories? Here’s what science says US-Iran conflict expands beyond battlefield as Red Sea attacks open new front ‘Cops everywhere’: Wife Gitanjali shares photo from hospital, claims Wangchuk under constant vigil | India News Lou Koller Death News: ‘Sick of It All’ vocalist Lou Koller passes away at 59 following cancer battle | Indian rice varieties ranked from most to least nutritious Saturn Retrograde 2026 for Taurus: Fated Financial Bottlenecks, Audit Your Inner Circle Rudraprayag district launches ‘Donate One Book, Plant a Tree of Knowledge’ drive | India News SBI CBO Final Result 2026 declared at sbi.bank.in, download merit list PDF here Shabana Azmi diagnosed with swine flu, advised complete bed rest by doctors | Hindi Movie News Snake Rescue: Snake hiding inside tiny bedroom floor hole leaves internet stunned; Rescuer safely captures it Saturn Retrograde 2026 for Aries: Sadhe Sati Moves Deeper, Time For Karma Audit 61-year-old Paulina Porizkova marries Jeff Greenstein after dating app romance, stuns in custom couture gown How IVF changed millions of lives: The story behind World IVF Day As Oracle loses $498 billion in less than 10 months, why credit rating agency S&P has identified Sam Altman’s OpenAI as a ‘key credit risk’ for Larry Ellison’s company Delhi police uses facial recognition system at Jantar Mantar NEW DELHI: Amid the ongoing student protest, Delhi police have deployed around 3,000 police personnel to maintain law and order for nearly 10,000 people present in and around Jantar Mantar. Police sources said around 130 police personnel have been injured and 15 FIRs have been registered in connection with the agitation, according to Delhi Police sources. The police also said around 65 students sustained injuries during the demonstrations.The Delhi Police further said it is using Facial Recognition System (FRS) cameras to identify “anti-social elements” visiting Jantar Mantar. According to police sources, more than 2,000 people with criminal records who had visited the protest site have been identified so far, as cited by ANI.This is not the first time the Delhi Police has deployed Facial Recognition System (FRS) cameras.The force has previously used the technology as part of security arrangements during Republic Day, Independence Day, Holi, Diwali, Eid, Ramlila celebrations and several other major public events across the city.Meanwhile, Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke on Saturday said he has been diagnosed with typhoid but asserted that the nationwide protests demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan would continue without interruption.On Friday, Dipke welcomed activist Sonam Wangchuk’s decision to end his 26-day hunger strike but reiterated that the movement would continue until its demand for accountability over the examination irregularities is met.”Our demonstration will go on until Dharmendra Pradhan steps down. Any meeting must take place at a neutral location or venue. Nothing less than the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan will be accepted,” he said.Meanwhile, activist Sonam Wangchuk responded to criticism over his decision to end his 26-day hunger strike held in support of students protesting the alleged NEET paper leak.In a video message shared on social media, Wangchuk questioned why his commitment to the cause required a “character certificate”.Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike after receiving a written assurance from the Union government on the NEET examination issue and broader systemic reforms to the country’s competitive examination framework.The activist said he had earlier been offered verbal assurances but insisted on a written commitment, which delayed the end of his fast by two days.Following a nearly two-hour meeting with Union Ministers JP Nadda and Jitendra Singh, representatives of CJP said the government had sought time until Saturday afternoon to consider their demand for the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.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 MediaVideosCJP To Collect Protest Videos, Identify Police Personnel, Seek FIRs Over July 20 CrackdownCabinet Approves Tougher Anti-Paper Leak Bill; Up To 10-Year Jail And Rs 10 Crore Fine ProposedDelhi Police Fact-Checks Viral Claim On Passport Cancellation Of CJP ProtestersCentre Seeks Time Till Saturday On Dharmendra Pradhan’s Resignation Demand, Says CJP After TalksMassive Anti-Terror Sweep After Anantnag Terror Attack, Omar Abdullah Questions ActionUS Slaps 10% Tariff on India! Is This a Trade Warning or a Big Win for Indian Exports?Delhi Police Special Cell Probe Into Violence Against 129 Personnel, 11 FIRs Registered | WatchSonam Wangchuk Ends Fast After Centre’s Written Assurances As Delhi Remains Under Lockdown MeasuresCJP Protest: Injured Protester Returns, Another Searches For Missing StudentIndia Conducts Maiden Flight Test Of Long-Range ‘Kusha’ Air Defence Missile System123PhotostoriesMeet the cast of ’72 Hours,’ led by Kevin Hart, Mason Gooding and Marcello HernándezHeart disease in women: Women with THIS common hormonal condition are at higher risk, new study findsKyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi’s Apara Mehta on separation with husband; recalls husband Darshan Jariwala saying, ‘I’ve Fallen Out of Love, You’re the Ugliest Woman’What happens when you mix bay leaves and vinegar and use it in the kitchen?Why Indian women wear toe rings: The forgotten meanings across different statesShubhanshu Shukla carried 3 Indian dishes to space: 9 other desi dishes that made to space in pastFeeling emotionally drained? These 5 things may be weighing you downDia Mirza’s ivory anarkali is so graceful, it leaves maximalism searching for attention10 beautiful baby names inspired by timeless musical instrumentsInternational self-care day 2026: Every Indian woman puts everyone first; these 9 signs say it’s time to choose yourself123Hot PicksSchool holiday todayDelhi metroCJP ProtestMumbai rainGujarat RainAIIMS notificationNEET paper controversyAAI recruitment 2026Caitline ClarkTop TrendingMP NEET Arpirant RapeNEET Paper LeakCJP Protester AssaultedKerala IPS Ajith Kumar SuspensionAssam Flood DeathsDelhi Metro Stations ClosedMumbai ProtestUP Amroha WeddingHarbhajan singhIND U19 vs Sri Lanka U19 ‘No question of retirement’: BCCI rubbishes speculation over Rohit Sharma’s future RRB ALP CBT 2 Admit Card 2026 released for CEN 01/2025 examination; download here Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan spotted together in New York; pose with fan for a selfie | Wallet aluminium foil hack: Can wrapping your wallet in aluminium foil prevent theft and leaks of critical information? Govt fact-checks viral AI deepfakes of PM, ministers; points to Pakistani handles | India News Kerala Plus Two SAY Result 2026 declared at results.hse.kerala.gov.in, scorecards available here Ranbir Kapoor, Yash pose with ‘Ramayana’ director Nitesh Tiwari and Namit Malhotra at Comic-Con; team gears up for USD 40 million marketing campaign | In 1992, Hurricane Andrew released Burmese Pythons into Florida’s wild, sparking an invasion that would turn the giant snakes into one of the Everglades’ biggest ecological threats Swept away 55km by raging river, elephant survives extraordinary flood ordeal in Assam