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Vaccine export ban ‘very bad’ move; son warned me not to speak about it: SII’s Cyrus Poonawalla

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Vaccine export ban ‘very bad’ move; son warned me not to speak about it: SII’s Cyrus Poonawalla

Cyrus Poonawalla, chairman of the Serum Institute of India (SII), on Friday termed the ban on Covid-19 vaccine exports imposed by the Union government a “very bad move”, saying it put his company, the world’s largest vaccine-maker, in a difficult situation.

He also said that his son Adar Poonawalla, the chief executive of the SII which makes the Covishield vaccine, had asked him not to speak about the issue. “It is a very bad move by the Modi government. My son asked me not to open my mouth. But it is my view that exports ought to be opened,” Poonawalla said here.

He was speaking to reporters after receiving the prestigious Lokmanya Tilak Award. Over 150 countries are dependent on the SII for vaccines and are blaming the company for stopping the supply during a crucial period, he said. These countries have paid “crores” in advance to the company, Cyrus Poonawalla said, adding that the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and World Health Organization (WHO) have also given it Rs 5,000 crore. He had offered to return the money to the Gates Foundation and WHO, he said, but hinted that they declined his offer in the hope that the Indian government will lift the ban on exports soon.

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India banned vaccine exports in April when the second wave of the pandemic began to peak and the need to vaccinate people in the country at a greater pace was felt acutely. The move led to concerns being expressed from various quarters as the Pune-based SII is one of the biggest suppliers globally and had taken advance orders. About a shortage of vaccines in Pune itself, Poonawalla again voiced disappointment with the Union government. “We told them (the government) that data says that the infections are highest in Pune and requested them to release more (vaccines) for Pune … but the Modi government is unwilling to even reply. The government says it will do what it feels,” he said.

News Source : Indian Express

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Siddharth Malhotra carries pregnant wife Kiara Advani’s bag in unseen pic from New York ahead of Met Gala 2025

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Siddharth Malhotra carries pregnant wife Kiara Advani’s bag in unseen pic from New York ahead of Met Gala 2025

One of Bollywood actor Kiara Advani’s most exciting and memorable years will be 2025. Kiara and her famous husband, Sidharth Malhotra, revealed their first child’s impending arrival in February of this year. The couple and soon-to-be parents were seen outside a hospital two weeks ago, and Kiara was the first to show off her gorgeous baby bulge and pregnancy glow.

To top it all off, Kiara will soon be attending her first Met Gala! She and Siddharth were photographed outside their New York hotel only last night. A fan posted this photo of Kiara Advani and Siddharth Malhotra on social media when they arrived at their New York hotel. Now, it has In a heartwarming display of affection, Bollywood actor Sidharth Malhotra.

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Recently spotted in New York City carrying his pregnant wife Kiara Advani’s handbag, ahead of her much-anticipated Met Gala 2025 debut. The candid moment, captured outside their hotel, quickly went viral on social media, with fans praising Siddharth’s supportive gesture

Kiara, expecting her first child with Siddharth, looked radiant in an oversized jacket layered over a midi dress, subtly showcasing her baby bump. Siddharth, dressed casually in a button-down shirt, followed closely behind, holding her white handbag—a simple yet touching act that resonated with fans online. The photo, shared on Reddit, garnered comments like.

The couple, who tied the knot in February 2023, announced their pregnancy earlier this year. Kiara’s appearance at the Met Gala marks a significant milestone, as she prepares to walk the red carpet in a custom Gaurav Gupta ensemble. While it’s yet to be confirmed if Siddharth will accompany her on the red carpet, his presence in New York underscores his unwavering.

Fans eagerly await Kiara’s Met Gala debut, anticipating a blend of Bollywood glamour and appearance at the Met Gala marks a significant milestone to walk the red He’s holding her bag they’re so highlighting the couple’s endearing dynamic international fashion flair. With Siddharth by her side, the couple continues to capture hearts, embodying love and partnership both on and off the screen support during this special time.

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In a heartwarming moment captured in New York City, Bollywood actor Siddharth Malhotra was seen carrying his pregnant wife Kiara Advani’s handbag as they entered their hotel ahead of the Met Gala 2025. The candid photograph, shared by a fan on Reddit, quickly went viral, with fans praising Siddharth’s supportive gesture Kiara, expecting her first child Siddharth.

Looked radiant in an oversized jacket layered over a midi dress, subtly showcasing her baby bump. Siddharth, dressed casually in a button-down shirt, followed closely behind, holding her white handbag—a simple yet touching act that resonated with fans online The couple, who tied the knot in February 2023, announced their pregnancy earlier this year. Kiara’s appearanc.

At the Met Gala marks a significant milestone, as she prepares to walk the red carpet in a custom Gaurav Gupta ensemble. While it’s yet to be confirmed if Siddharth will accompany her on the red carpet, his presence in New York underscores his unwavering support during this special time Fans eagerly await Kiara’s Met Gala debut, anticipating a blend of Bollywood.

Glamour and international fashion flair. With Siddharth by her side, the couple continues to capture hearts, embodying love and partnership both on and off the screen Kiara, expecting her first child with, looked radiant in an oversized jacket layered over a midi dress, subtly showcasing her baby bump. , dressed casually in a button-down shirt, followed Kiara’s carpet in a custom Gaurav Gupta ensemble.

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