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How India is uniquely positioned to champion Global South interests in modernising BWC 

December 20, 2025 12:47 pm

India’s membership in the Australia Group since 2018 and consistent diplomatic support for the Biological Weapons Convention (BWC) give it significant credibility, particularly among countries of the Global South. But in what ways is Delhi well-positioned to champion the diverse needs of the Global South and push for a modern, resilient BWC? See infographics for quick key insights.

Mumbai: BMC prepares SOP to tackle chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear attack

November 19, 2018 5:29 am

According to officials, the current plan needs to be strengthened in terms of assigning responsibilities and fixing liability in case of an emergency. The plan include details of how to respond to such attacks - from evacuation to providing quick medical assistance and organising shelters.

Nazis plotted to create super-mosquitoes to infect enemy

February 16, 2014 2:16 pm

Reinhardt considers this a clear indicator that the insects were to be used as an offensive biological weapon.

Clinton warns of bioweapon threat from gene technology

December 07, 2011 5:33 pm

She warns that the technology could be used by terrorists to create biological weapons.

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