Introduction: A Nuclear Vision for Viksit Bharat@2047 As India marches toward its ambitious goal of becoming a developed nation by 2047, energy security stands as a pivotal pillar in the vision of Viksit Bharat . Amid the global climate crisis and rising energy demands, nuclear power has re-emerged as a compelling solution. India’s commitment to achieving 100 GW of nuclear power capacity by 2047 is both visionary and necessary—but achieving this requires a strategic shift in policy, participation, and international cooperation. While India’s nuclear energy sector has traditionally been a tightly controlled domain under government monopoly—primarily led by the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) and Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) —it is now imperative to welcome private sector investments and foreign partnerships. A reformed nuclear ecosystem can unlock the full potential of atomic energy as a clean, reliable, and scalable contributor to India’s net-zero aspiration...
Brucellosis: A Zoonotic Bacterial Disease Recent Case in India Recently, an eight-year-old girl from Kottakkal in Malappuram district of Kerala succumbed to Brucellosis , bringing attention to this zoonotic disease. What is Brucellosis? Type: Brucellosis is a bacterial infection caused by species of the Brucella genus. Common Brucella Species: Brucella melitensis (most prevalent in humans) Brucella abortus (common in cattle) Brucella suis (affects swine) Brucella canis (affects dogs) The disease primarily affects livestock but can be transmitted to humans. Transmission of Brucellosis Animal-to-Human Transmission: Direct contact with infected animals (cattle, goats, sheep, swine, and dogs). Consumption of contaminated dairy products such as unpasteurized milk and cheese. Inhalation of airborne bacteria, especially in farms, slaughterhouses, and laboratories. Human-to-Human Transmission: Extremely rare but can occur through blood transfusions, sexual contact, or breastfeeding. Symp...