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Dr. Bharati Kulkarni Assumes Charge as Director of ICMR–National Institute of Nutrition in Telangana

Dr. Bharati Kulkarni Assumes Charge as Director of ICMR–National Institute of Nutrition in Telangana

March 28, 2026

 In a significant development for public health and nutrition research, Dr Bharati Kulkarni has taken charge as the new Direc...

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Telangana Launches Free HPV Vaccination Campaign for Girls to Prevent Cervical Cancer

Telangana Launches Free HPV Vaccination Campaign for Girls to Prevent Cervical Cancer

March 28, 2026

 The government of Telangana has introduced a free vaccination drive against HPV (Human Papillomavirus) for girls, aiming to ...

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India Records 24,700 Maternal Deaths in 2023, Highlights Ongoing Challenges in Maternal Healthcare: Global Analysis

India Records 24,700 Maternal Deaths in 2023, Highlights Ongoing Challenges in Maternal Healthcare: Global Analysis

March 28, 2026

 A recent global analysis has revealed that India reported approximately 24,700 maternal deaths in 2023, underscoring persist...

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“WHO Introduces New Rapid Diagnostic Tools to Fast‑Track Global Efforts to End Tuberculosis”

“WHO Introduces New Rapid Diagnostic Tools to Fast‑Track Global Efforts to End Tuberculosis”

March 27, 2026

 On World TB Day 2026 (24 March 2026), the World Health Organization (WHO) unveiled important new guidance urging countri...

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“Emerging ‘Cicada’ COVID‑19 Variant BA.3.2 in the U.S.: What You Need to Know About Spread, Symptoms, and Risks”

“Emerging ‘Cicada’ COVID‑19 Variant BA.3.2 in the U.S.: What You Need to Know About Spread, Symptoms, and Risks”

March 27, 2026

 🦠 What is the BA.3.2 (“Cicada”) COVID‑19 Variant?The BA.3.2 variant — nicknamed “Cicada” — is a newly detec...

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Medanta to Build 400‑Bed Multi‑Specialty Hospital in Varanasi with ₹550 Crore Investment

Medanta to Build 400‑Bed Multi‑Specialty Hospital in Varanasi with ₹550 Crore Investment

March 26, 2026

 Medanta has announced plans to develop a state‑of‑the‑art 400‑bed multi‑specialty hospital in Varanasi, marking a ...

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India’s First Major Psychiatric Disorders Data Repository “CALM‑Brain” Launched in Bengaluru

India’s First Major Psychiatric Disorders Data Repository “CALM‑Brain” Launched in Bengaluru

March 26, 2026

 In a major development for mental health research in India, the CALM‑Brain — the country’s first comprehensive digital...

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India Initiates Clinical Study Combining Ayurveda with Modern Treatment for Tuberculosis

India Initiates Clinical Study Combining Ayurveda with Modern Treatment for Tuberculosis

March 25, 2026

India has launched a groundbreaking clinical study aimed at integrating traditional Ayurveda with modern medical treatments to com...

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J.P. Nadda Launches Next Phase of Intensified 100-Day ‘TB Mukt Bharat’ Campaign

J.P. Nadda Launches Next Phase of Intensified 100-Day ‘TB Mukt Bharat’ Campaign

March 25, 2026

Jagat Prakash Nadda has launched the next phase of the intensified 100-day TB Mukt Bharat Campaign, reinforcing the government’s...

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unequal distribution of healthcare

unequal distribution of healthcare

March 24, 2026

 Heart disease continues to be one of the leading causes of death in India, claiming nearly 28.6 lakh lives every year. Despi...

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Global Report: 3 of the World’s Top 4 Most Polluted Cities Are in India

Global Report: 3 of the World’s Top 4 Most Polluted Cities Are in India

March 24, 2026

 A recent global air quality report has raised serious concerns for India, revealing that three of the world’s four most po...

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Medical student’s death after pet cat dispute highlights growing mental health concerns in Hyderabad

Medical student’s death after pet cat dispute highlights growing mental health concerns in Hyderabad

March 23, 2026

 A tragic incident in Hyderabad has brought renewed attention to the mental health struggles faced by students, particularly ...

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Hyderabad paediatrician behind ORS labelling crackdown faces legal pushback from pharma companies

Hyderabad paediatrician behind ORS labelling crackdown faces legal pushback from pharma companies

March 23, 2026

 A Hyderabad-based paediatrician, Dr. Sivaranjani Santosh, who played a key role in tightening regulations around the misuse ...

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Iran Conflict Sends Shockwaves Through Pharma as Paracetamol Input Costs Spike

Iran Conflict Sends Shockwaves Through Pharma as Paracetamol Input Costs Spike

March 20, 2026

 The ongoing conflict involving Iran is beginning to significantly impact the pharmaceutical industry, with a sharp rise in t...

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How Gen Z’s DIY Therapy Trend Is Reshaping Conversations Around Mental Health

How Gen Z’s DIY Therapy Trend Is Reshaping Conversations Around Mental Health

March 20, 2026

 In recent years, a growing number of Gen Z individuals have turned to “DIY therapy” — a mix of self-help strategies, o...

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Progress in Reducing Child Mortality Stalls as 4.9 Million Children Die Before Age Five

Progress in Reducing Child Mortality Stalls as 4.9 Million Children Die Before Age Five

March 19, 2026

 Global efforts to reduce child mortality are losing momentum, with an estimated 4.9 million children dying before reaching t...

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Manipal Hospitals Plans ₹11,000 Crore IPO, Prepares to File Draft Papers

Manipal Hospitals Plans ₹11,000 Crore IPO, Prepares to File Draft Papers

March 19, 2026

Manipal Hospitals, one of India’s leading hospital networks, is gearing up to launch an initial public offering (IPO) worth arou...

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NMC Sets 6-Month Deadline for Medical Colleges to Fill Faculty Vacancies

NMC Sets 6-Month Deadline for Medical Colleges to Fill Faculty Vacancies

March 18, 2026

 The National Medical Commission (NMC) has directed all medical colleges across India to fill vacant faculty positions within...

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Government Targets Universal Health Insurance Coverage by 2033: Nirmala Sitharaman

Government Targets Universal Health Insurance Coverage by 2033: Nirmala Sitharaman

March 18, 2026

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has emphasized that expanding health insurance coverage is a key priority for the govern...

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Gujarat Tops the Country in Foot-and-Mouth Disease Vaccination Drive

Gujarat Tops the Country in Foot-and-Mouth Disease Vaccination Drive

March 16, 2026

 The state of Gujarat has emerged as a national leader in the vaccination campaign against Foot‑and‑Mouth Disease (FMD), ...

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National Vaccination Day 2026: Important Vaccines Adults Often Overlook

National Vaccination Day 2026: Important Vaccines Adults Often Overlook

March 16, 2026

 Every year, National Vaccination Day is observed on March 16 to highlight the importance of vaccines in protecting people fr...

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Medicover Hospitals Launches 550-Bed Advanced Multispecialty Hospital in Hyderabad

Medicover Hospitals Launches 550-Bed Advanced Multispecialty Hospital in Hyderabad

March 14, 2026

Medicover Hospitals has opened a new 550-bed multispecialty hospital in the Financial District area of Hyderabad, marking a signif...

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Safdarjung Hospital to Launch India’s First Online ICU Follow-Up Clinic for Critical Care Patients

Safdarjung Hospital to Launch India’s First Online ICU Follow-Up Clinic for Critical Care Patients

March 14, 2026

Safdarjung Hospital is set to launch India’s first online ICU follow-up clinic to support patients recovering after discharge fr...

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Doctors Warn Heatwaves Could Damage Kidneys as World Kidney Day Highlights Rising Health Risks

Doctors Warn Heatwaves Could Damage Kidneys as World Kidney Day Highlights Rising Health Risks

March 13, 2026

 Medical experts are warning that rising temperatures and frequent heatwaves could pose serious risks to kidney health, as gl...

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India’s Fertility Treatment Gap Attracts Surge of Investment in IVF Clinics

India’s Fertility Treatment Gap Attracts Surge of Investment in IVF Clinics

March 13, 2026

 India’s fertility treatment sector is witnessing a surge in investor interest as the gap between rising infertility cases ...

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