Summary of "India This Week" - October 11, 2024

BJP's Success in Haryana and J-K Elections

The Bharatiya Janta Party secured a significant victory in the Haryana assembly elections, marking its third consecutive term in power. In Jammu and Kashmir, the National Conference-Congress alliance also won a majority in the assembly polls, with NC leader Omar Abdullah poised to become the next Chief Minister.

India's Defense Deals for Nuclear Submarines and Drones

India cleared major defense deals worth Rs 80,000 crore for building two nuclear submarines and acquiring 31 Predator drones from the US. These deals will significantly enhance the Indian Navy's capabilities and surveillance abilities.

Elimination of Trachoma as a Public Health Problem

India achieved a significant milestone by eliminating trachoma as a public health problem, becoming the third country in the South-East Asia Region to do so. Trachoma, a bacterial infection affecting the eyes, was a leading cause of blindness in the country in the past.

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