Morning Filter: Centre to launch 100-day TB elimination programme

Centre to launch 100-day TB elimination programme The Union Health Ministry in collaboration with key stakeholders is all set to launch a 100-day TB elimination campaign focussing on enhancing detection, reducing diagnostic delays and improving treatment outcomes. Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare J.P. Nadda will launch the intensified campaign from Panchkula in Haryana on Saturday. U.S. Embassy in Delhi, Consulates hold ‘Super Saturday’ to reduce visitor visa wait times The United States Embassy in New Delhi and Consulates in Mumbai, Kolkata, and Hyderabad will open consular operations on Saturday, to accommodate applicants requiring in-person visa interviews, officials said on Friday. In 200th ISL game, Kerala Blasters eye victory against Bengaluru FC Appearing in their 200th ISL game, Kerala Blasters will have their task cut out as they look to mark the occasion with victory against formidable hosts Bengaluru FC in Bengaluru on Saturday. Chennaiyin FC look to break Kolkata jinx Chennaiyin FC will look to end their two-match winless run when they lock horns with East Bengal FC in their Indian Super League match in Chennai on Saturday. Chess World Championship: Gukesh, Liren eye breakthrough after series of draws Half a dozen draws and some missed opportunities later, sprightly challenger D Gukesh and resolute defending champion Ding Liren would be desperate for a breakthrough when they clash in the 10th game of the World Chess Championship in Singapore on Saturday. [morning filter logo] The Morning Filter 07 December 2024 [morning filter logo] The Morning Filter 07 December 2024 Welcome to the Morning Filter newsletter, your guide from The Hindu on the major news stories and events to follow today. [View in browser]( [More newsletters]( Here are the latest news and big news stories to follow today Centre to launch 100-day TB elimination programme The Union Health Ministry in collaboration with key stakeholders is all set to launch a 100-day TB elimination campaign focussing on enhancing detection, reducing diagnostic delays and improving treatment outcomes. Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare J.P. Nadda will launch the intensified campaign from Panchkula in Haryana on Saturday. U.S. Embassy in Delhi, Consulates hold ‘Super Saturday’ to reduce visitor visa wait times The United States Embassy in New Delhi and Consulates in Mumbai, Kolkata, and Hyderabad will open consular operations on Saturday, to accommodate applicants requiring in-person visa interviews, officials said on Friday. In 200th ISL game, Kerala Blasters eye victory against Bengaluru FC Appearing in their 200th ISL game, Kerala Blasters will have their task cut out as they look to mark the occasion with victory against formidable hosts Bengaluru FC in Bengaluru on Saturday. Chennaiyin FC look to break Kolkata jinx Chennaiyin FC will look to end their two-match winless run when they lock horns with East Bengal FC in their Indian Super League match in Chennai on Saturday. Chess World Championship: Gukesh, Liren eye breakthrough after series of draws Half a dozen draws and some missed opportunities later, sprightly challenger D Gukesh and resolute defending champion Ding Liren would be desperate for a breakthrough when they clash in the 10th game of the World Chess Championship in Singapore on Saturday. Today’s Best Reads [[Union Cabinet clears 85 new Kendriya Vidyalayas, 28 Navodaya Vidyalayas] Union Cabinet clears 85 new Kendriya Vidyalayas, 28 Navodaya Vidyalayas]( [[Gyanvapi Mosque committee opposes petitions challenging validity of Places of Worship Act] Gyanvapi Mosque committee opposes petitions challenging validity of Places of Worship Act]( [[Union Cabinet approves Rithala-Kundli corridor of Delhi Metro] Union Cabinet approves Rithala-Kundli corridor of Delhi Metro]( [[Actor Siddique arrested in rape case, released on bail as per Supreme Court order] Actor Siddique arrested in rape case, released on bail as per Supreme Court order]( Copyright© 2024, THG PUBLISHING PVT LTD. If you are facing any trouble in viewing this newsletter, please [try here]( Manage your newsletter subscription preferences [here]( If you do not wish to receive such emails [go here](