The Department of Biotechnology (under the Ministry of Science & Technology) in India, in collaboration with a pharmaceutical firm, developed the country’s first fully indigenous antibiotic called Nafithromycin. AffairsCloud
It is aimed at tackling drug-resistant respiratory infections, especially in vulnerable populations such as cancer patients and diabetics. AffairsCloud
Why it matters: In a world grappling with antimicrobial resistance, this represents a significant scientific advance for India’s life-sciences capabilities and healthcare autonomy.
Note for posting: Headline idea: “India’s home-grown antibiotic Nafithromycin: a leap in health innovation”. Then include a “what it does + who developed it + when announced”.
