The text affirms national sovereignty in public health decisions. It states explicitly that nothing in the agreement gives WHO the authority to mandate health measures such as lockdowns, vaccination campaigns, or border closures.
The health assembly is WHO’s highest decision-making body, setting out the Organisation’s policy and approving its budget. WHA is attended by delegations from all...
Two letters, both signed by global health leaders and non-profits have called on the WHO leadership to review its funding strategy. The signatories have...
The centre has sounded an alarm over the likely impact of El Niño on India's 2026 southwest monsoon, warning that 315 districts across 12 states could face significant rainfall deficits during the crucial kharif cropping season.