Vasco OKs Biogas Plant, Raises Medical Allowance
Mormugao Municipal Council greenlights a waste-to-energy biogas facility at Headland-Sada and increases medical benefits for its staff, addressing long-pending demands.
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PG Medical Seat Vacancies Spike to Over 17,000 Nationwide
Vacant PG medical seats after first counselling round jumped from 11,629 in 2021 to 17,619 in 2025. Maharashtra leads with highest vacancies as cut-offs drop sharply across categories.
Telangana Doctors Protest GO 229 Over Council Autonomy
Medical professionals across Telangana continue protests against GO 229, which adds four ex-officio members to the medical council, arguing it weakens regulatory functions and threatens qualified practitioners.
IMA Hyderabad Protests GO 229, Cites Patient Safety Concerns
IMA Hyderabad organized a black badge protest against GO 229, warning it threatens patient safety and medical ethics by expanding the Telangana Medical Council without consultation.
AP Medical Council Crackdown on Quackery, Doctor Registration Eased
AP Medical Council chairman Dr Daggumati Srihari Rao announces a statewide crackdown on fake medical practitioners while simplifying doctor registrations and offering welfare support to families of deceased doctors.
SC Orders 30% Women Quota in Punjab-Haryana Bar Council
The Supreme Court directs 30% reservation for women in Punjab and Haryana Bar Council elections, aiming to boost gender diversity in legal bodies.
Sanquelim Council Cuts Pay for Missing National Days
Sanquelim Municipal Council unanimously passed a resolution to deduct one month's salary from members who skip three consecutive national day celebrations annually.
APMC AI WhatsApp Service Launched for Andhra Doctors
Andhra Pradesh Medical Council introduces AI-powered WhatsApp chatbot to help doctors with registrations, renewals, and council services without office visits.
500-bed Medical College in Dumraon to be ready by 2026
A new 500-bed medical college in Dumraon, Buxar, promises advanced healthcare for Western Bihar by 2026, cutting travel to Patna. Read about this game-changer.
Karnataka Seeks NMC Nod for 2 New Govt Medical Colleges
Karnataka govt will submit proposals for new medical colleges in Ramanagara & Bagalkot. Kanakapura plan deferred, Vijayapura PPP model on hold. Details on infrastructure & seat enhancement.
Sonowal Kachari Community Protests Election Delay in Dibrugarh
Hundreds of Sonowal Kachari community members protested in Dibrugarh, demanding immediate elections for their autonomous council, which has been without a democratic mandate for 23 months. Read more about their demands.
Navy's 5-Day Medical Camp in Lakshadweep from Jan 12
Indian Navy launches a 5-day joint services medical camp in Lakshadweep from Jan 12-16, offering specialist care and surgeries. Read about this healthcare outreach initiative.
Odisha Plans 502 New PG Medical Seats in Govt Colleges
Odisha plans to add 502 PG seats in government medical colleges. DMET urges urgent action to meet NMC deadlines. Learn which institutions will benefit.
HC Seeks Probe into Uttarakhand Medical Council Chairman
Uttarakhand High Court directs petitioner to submit evidence against Medical Council chairman within six weeks. Govt must act and report progress. Read the full story.
Maharashtra makes QR code verification mandatory for doctors
Maharashtra govt instructs MMC to introduce QR codes for doctor verification to curb bogus practitioners. SC orders MMC elections within three months. Read more.
SC sets higher ethical bar for lawyers in council elections
Supreme Court says lawyers contesting Bar Council polls must uphold higher ethical values. Bench made prima facie observation on a Telangana candidate. Read the full story.
Centre tells HC: Classifying air purifiers as medical devices will restrict market
The Centre opposes a PIL to classify air purifiers as medical devices for a lower 5% GST, arguing it will increase compliance and restrict supply. The Delhi High Court urges rate reconsideration amid pollution.
SC Orders Fresh MMC Elections Within 90 Days
The Supreme Court has mandated a new returning officer to conduct Maharashtra Medical Council elections within three months, starting the process afresh. All legal procedures must be followed. #MMCElections #SupremeCourt
NMC Allows For-Profit Companies to Set Up Medical Colleges
NMC scraps rule restricting medical college setup to non-profits. New PPP model aims to boost resources & access. Details on the policy shift announced in Vijayawada.
NMC Rs 2 Lakh Fee for New MBBS Colleges, 450 PG Seats
The National Medical Commission introduces a Rs 2 lakh registration fee for new medical colleges and approves 450 additional PG seats. Read the full details on the new regulations for 2026-27.
NMC Adds 450 PG Seats, Sets Rs 2 Lakh Fee for New MBBS Colleges
National Medical Commission approves 450+ PG seats for 2025-26, waives 100-seat cap for MBBS expansion, and introduces a Rs 2 lakh registration fee for new medical colleges to ensure serious intent.
Vaishno Devi Medical College Loses NMC Nod Amid Protests
The National Medical Commission revoked permission for SMVDIME's MBBS course just four months after approval, citing infrastructure gaps. The college calls the inspection a 'farce' and links the move to protests over Muslim student admissions.
PG Medical Counselling 2025 Round 3 Delayed
The third round of PG Medical Counselling 2025 is postponed pending a revision of the qualifying percentile. 163 seats remain vacant in Gujarat after two rounds. Get the latest updates here.
NMC rescinds MBBS nod to Vaishno Devi Medical College
The National Medical Commission has revoked permission for MBBS admissions at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi College in Jammu for 2024-25. Students and faculty celebrate the decision, citing long-standing quality concerns.
SDPI National Council to Meet in Mangaluru This Weekend
The Social Democratic Party of India (SDPI) will hold its crucial National Council meeting in Mangaluru on January 20-21. The gathering will strategize for upcoming elections and address key national issues. Read more.
Fadnavis warns BJP units against alliances with Congress, AIMIM
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis expresses strong displeasure over local BJP alliances with Congress & AIMIM in civic polls, orders them to be undone. Details inside.
BJP allies with Congress, AIMIM in Maharashtra; Fadnavis warns action
Maharashtra BJP forms post-poll pacts with rivals Congress & AIMIM in civic bodies, defying state leadership. CM Devendra Fadnavis rejects tie-ups, threatens disciplinary action. Details inside.
NMC withdraws MBBS permission from Vaishno Devi medical college
National Medical Council cancels MBBS course permission at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute citing infrastructure deficiencies. 44 of 50 admitted students were Muslim, sparking protests. Read the full story.
Permission for MBBS at Vaishno Devi College Withdrawn
The J&K administration has revoked permission for the MBBS course at Mata Vaishno Devi College after a major row over its recognition. Get the full details on this developing education story.
NMC Withdraws MBBS Permission from J&K Medical College
NMC cancels MBBS course permission for Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute after surprise inspection reveals serious lapses. 50 students for 2025-26 to be shifted. Read the full report.
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