Bihar Minister Defends Nitish Kumar in Hijab Row
Bihar Minority Affairs Minister Zama Khan defends CM Nitish Kumar after he removed a doctor's hijab, calling it fatherly affection. Congress demands resignation. Details inside.
Bihar Minority Affairs Minister Zama Khan defends CM Nitish Kumar after he removed a doctor's hijab, calling it fatherly affection. Congress demands resignation. Details inside.
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar faces backlash for removing a woman's hijab at a public event. Opposition calls it harassment. Full details and reactions inside.
Dr Hemant and Dr Surabhi Leuva from Ahmedabad summit Antarctica's Vinson Massif, completing the Seven Summits. Read their inspiring journey of grit and passion.
Central MARD delegation met state's principal secretary, highlighting stipend delays, poor security & hostel woes. Official promises urgent online meeting with all deans for solutions.
HMEL Guru Gobind Singh Refinery partners with AIIMS Bathinda to launch mobile medical units & telemedicine, bringing doorstep healthcare to 1.5 lakh rural residents. Discover how this initiative transforms rural healthcare access.
OMSA doctors in Odisha to halt OPD services for an hour daily from Dec 26, demanding salary parity and better facilities. A full strike looms if demands are unmet by Jan 1. Read the latest.
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar distributed appointment letters to 1,283 newly recruited AYUSH doctors. This major recruitment aims to enhance public health services across all 38 districts. Read more.
MP Dr C N Manjunath calls for raising Ayushman Bharat's annual coverage from Rs 5 lakh to Rs 7.5 lakh. He also highlights the critical shortage of doctors in rural India. Read more.
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar triggered controversy by removing a recruit's hijab at an event. Opposition questions his conduct and mental state. Details inside.
Fifty doctors from Ludhiana receive advanced course certificates at NMC convocation. Dr. Rajinder Gulati honored with lifetime achievement award. Read more about the ceremony.
Pune Municipal Corporation announces a major salary hike to Rs 1.5-2.5 lakh to recruit 25 specialist doctors for Kamala Nehru Hospital, addressing critical staff shortages and NMC compliance issues.
Haryana HCMS Association's mass casual leave on Dec 8 & 9 proceeds after govt talks fail on key demands like ACP & SMO recruitment. Read the full details.
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu announces a 15% increase in monthly stipend for resident doctors across all medical colleges. The move aims to support medical professionals and enhance healthcare services in the state.
Leading Indian doctors clarify the impact of natural sugars on HbA1c levels in TOI's Hello, Doctor column. Get expert health guidance on diabetes and more. Send your questions now!
Over 80 Padma awardee doctors warn toxic air causes 1.7M annual deaths, genetic harm, and a future epidemic. They demand urgent action and declare clean air a human right.
Himachal health dept terminates 4 doctors from Shimla hospitals for prolonged absence without notice after joining AIIMS. Read the full details and official order.
SOG police in Jaipur exposed a medical racket, arresting three unqualified doctors who used fake FMGE certificates to work as interns in government hospitals, raising serious patient safety concerns.
Junior doctors at Patna Medical College resume duties after administration promises security committee, police deployment, and FIR filing following an abuse incident. Details inside.
Haryana HCMS Association calls for a complete shutdown of health services on December 8 and 9, demanding the discontinuation of direct recruitment for Senior Medical Officer posts.
A new study reveals digital tools like the mySugr app help Indian diabetes patients slash HbA1c levels. Discover how smart devices and telemedicine are reshaping doctor-patient relationships for better health outcomes.
Two Bhopal police constables suspended after junior doctors alleged extortion and verbal abuse at Kaliasot Dam. Police Commissioner orders probe. Read details.
Medical professionals in Ludhiana protest against healthcare privatisation, warning it will increase out-of-pocket expenses and push more into poverty. Read their demands.
Haryana doctors threaten complete shutdown of medical services from December 8 if state government fails to address promotion and career progression demands. Read more.
Haryana Civil Medical Services Association approaches CM Nayab Singh Saini, opposing direct recruitment of Senior Medical Officers citing career stagnation and vacant posts affecting healthcare delivery.
Health Minister Ma Subramanian announces Tamil Nadu health department has no doctor vacancies for first time. 1,100 new doctors to be interviewed in December for future needs.
Punjab cabinet approves empanelment of 300 specialist doctors, new border area incentives, GPS mining vehicle tracking & revised tender limits to boost public services.
Prayagraj division's telemedicine service e-Sanjeevani records 56,423 consultations in October. Discover how this digital healthcare initiative is transforming rural medical access.
HRDA endorses Telangana's 85% PG medical seat quota for locals, calling it a vital reform to strengthen specialist workforce. The association warns against legal challenges from private colleges.
Punjab Cabinet approves empanelment of 300 specialist doctors across 12 domains to improve healthcare services. This initiative will enhance specialist availability and quality of medical care across government facilities in the state.
India's top doctors explain when constant burping indicates serious gut problems. Get evidence-based health guidance from trusted medical experts. Send your questions to hellodoctor@timesofindia.com