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Vaccinating billions needs a robust global supply chain of raw materials for manufacturing vaccines

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Recently, after a lot of criticism and NSA level discussions, the US administration has announced that they would allow the export of important raw materials required to produce the coronavirus vaccine in India. Amidst all the lobbying, politics, diplomacy, and ‘intellectual’ talks over raw material, it gets difficult to understand why India needs coronavirus vaccine raw materials from the United States.

What was so important that India cannot produce or import raw materials from other countries? Was it due to any patent issue or some IP issue, or it was just like the PPE kits that we used to import till the time there was no way to import them anymore? Making things clear, the situation in the case of coronavirus vaccines is completely different from the PPE kits.

Adar Poonawalla, the CEO of the Serum Institute of India has been expressing concerns over raw materials supply for weeks. The Serum Institute of India had lakhs of doses of Covishield ready beforehand the approvals came, it was an achievement that needed an investment of millions of dollars to speed up productions and a lot of uncertainty and risks. Unless the US embargo is lifted, the attempts of the Serum Institute of India to stockpile Novavax vaccine doses may be impacted, Mr. Poonawalla had said

According to World Trade Organization’s (WTO) report on “Developing And Delivering Covid-19 Vaccines Around The World”,  vaccine manufacturing across the world is supported by complex upstream raw material and component value chains. Any typical vaccine manufacturing plant will use approx 9,000 different materials that it source from some 300 suppliers across approx 30 different countries.

The raw materials that Indian manufacturers require

  • Bioreactor bags
  • Filters
  • Cell culture media
  • Lipid Nanoparticles
  • Microcarriers or Microcarrier beads

Though there are other companies in the world that can provide raw materials required for manufacturing vaccines, but due to the surge in demand, logistics, and regulatory issues at this time, it is difficult to find other suppliers. Change of suppliers is not feasible, especially at the time when India is facing an unexpected surge due to the second wave of the Coronavirus.

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Navi Mumbai Police Seize Drugs Worth ₹1.10 Crore, Arrest Three in Pre-Dawn Raid

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In a major crackdown on drug trafficking and illegal immigration, the Navi Mumbai Police conducted a pre-dawn raid on Thursday, seizing narcotics worth Rs1.10 crore and arresting three African nationals.

Acting on directives from Commissioner of Police Milind Bharambe, the Anti-Narcotics Cell and Crime Branch launched a coordinated operation at 4:00 AM. The raid, led by Assistant Commissioner Bhausaheb Dhole and Inspector Sandeep Nigde, involved 125 police officers targeting 11 locations across the Commissionerate.

Authorities confiscated 118.48 grams of high-quality cocaine worth Rs59.24 lakh, 100.84 grams of MD powder valued at Rs50.42 lakh, and Rs43,500 in cash. A total of 35 African nationals were screened, and three individuals found in possession of narcotics were arrested under the NDPS Act at Ulwe Police Station.

Additionally, 11 individuals with expired visas and passports were served Leave India Notices, as part of the police’s intensified efforts against illegal immigration.

The Navi Mumbai Police have vowed to continue their crackdown on drug trafficking and unlawful activities, warning of strict action against offenders.

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On February 15, CIDCO Will Conduct A Computerized Lottery Draw For The “My Preferred CIDCO Home” Program

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CIDCO to hold computerised lottery draw for “My Preferred CIDCO Home” scheme on February 15.

The Lottery

The City and Industrial Development Corporation (CIDCO) will hold the computerised lottery draw for its highly anticipated “My Preferred CIDCO Home” housing scheme on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at 11:00 AM. The event will take place at Raigad Estate, Phase I, Sector-28, Taloja Panchanand, Panvel, and will be streamed live on the CIDCO website for applicants to watch in real time.

Launched on October 12, 2024, the scheme aims to provide affordable housing under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) for the Economically Weaker Section (EWS) and Low-Income Group (LIG) categories. A total of 26,000 tenements have been made available across Navi Mumbai in key locations such as Vashi, Bamandongri, Kharkopar, Kharghar, Mansarovar, Khandeshwar, Panvel, and Kalamboli.

A key feature of this scheme was that applicants could select up to 15 preferred tenements, making it highly flexible and attracting overwhelming participation.

The live webcast of the draw can be accessed on cidcohomes.com, ensuring transparency in the process. After the draw, the list of successful applicants will be published on lottery.cidcoindia.com.

With this initiative, CIDCO continues its mission to provide affordable housing and fulfill the dream of homeownership for thousands in Navi Mumbai.

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Construction Projects Must Utilize Tertiary Processed Recycled Water, Under NMMC Regulations

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NMMC mandates use of tertiary treated recycled water for construction projects.

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In a major step towards water conservation, the Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) has made it mandatory for developers to use tertiary treated recycled water in all construction projects approved by the Town Planning Department.

The initiative aims to curb the rising demand for potable water as the city grapples with declining rainfall and increasing concerns over water scarcity. With several redevelopment projects underway, the consumption of drinking water for construction has surged, putting additional strain on resources.

To address this, NMMC is leveraging its advanced sewage treatment infrastructure. The city currently operates seven sewage treatment plants using Sequential Batch Reactor (SBR) technology. Additionally, tertiary treatment plants at Koparkhairane and Airoli utilize Ultra Filtration and Ultraviolet-Based Technology to further purify secondary treated water. This recycled water is already being supplied to industrial establishments in the Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC) area for non-potable use.

By enforcing the use of recycled water in construction, NMMC aims to reduce reliance on drinking water and promote sustainability. This regulation is expected to play a crucial role in preserving Navi Mumbai’s water resources for the future while ensuring responsible urban development.

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