Himachal MLA Negi Criticizes Centre for Repealing MGNREGA
Himachal Pradesh MLA Rakesh Singha condemns the central government's move to repeal MGNREGA, warning of severe consequences for rural employment and state finances. Read the full story.
Himachal Pradesh MLA Rakesh Singha condemns the central government's move to repeal MGNREGA, warning of severe consequences for rural employment and state finances. Read the full story.
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.
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 to add 502 PG seats in government medical colleges. DMET urges urgent action to meet NMC deadlines. Learn which institutions will benefit.
Maharashtra govt instructs MMC to introduce QR codes for doctor verification to curb bogus practitioners. SC orders MMC elections within three months. Read more.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A shocking case at Gorakhpur's BRD Medical College sees an MBBS student unable to progress beyond the first year for over a decade. The college seeks NMC guidance to resolve this unprecedented regulatory hurdle.
BRD Medical College, Gorakhpur, seeks NMC's intervention for an MBBS student from 2014 batch who hasn't cleared first year, resides in hostel without paying mess fees. Read the full story.
A student at Baba Raghav Das Medical College in Gorakhpur has remained enrolled in the first-year MBBS for over a decade, exposing a regulatory gap. The college has approached the NMC for a solution.
Telangana's medical fraternity opposes GO 229, which adds 4 non-doctor bureaucrats to the Medical Council, fearing erosion of professional self-regulation. Read why doctors are demanding its withdrawal.
Patna's Saras Mela concluded after 24 days, drawing 18 lakh visitors and generating over Rs 28.52 crore for rural artisans. The event was extended due to massive public demand.
Maharashtra govt approves 13 Umed Malls statewide, with 4 in Vidarbha, to provide permanent market access for women self-help groups. A Rs 20 crore initiative set to benefit 60 lakh families.
Telangana Health Minister Damodar Rajanarasimha states RMP & PMP issues are pending in HC. Govt committed to resolving concerns legally amid debate on rural healthcare access.
The new VB-G RAM G Act replaces MGNREGA, shifting from a legal right to work to a budget-driven scheme. For Andhra Pradesh, this could mean a wage burden of ₹3,470 crore and risks for vulnerable workers. Experts call for a state review.
Sarkarwada police register a case against a Nashik couple for operating an unlicensed skin care clinic on College Road. The clinic was run without medical qualifications or permissions. Read the full details.
Bihar Finance Minister Bijendra Yadav approves two new BSRB branches in Parsarma and Laukaha to boost rural banking and financial inclusion. Details inside.
The new campus of Haveri Institute of Medical Sciences (HIMS) will be formally inaugurated on January 7, ending a long delay. Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya and CM Siddaramaiah will attend. Read details.
NFRA releases its second Audit Practice Toolkit, focusing on revenue risk assessment, to empower small and medium audit firms and enhance audit quality nationwide. Explore the details.
Thiruvananthapuram Government Medical College achieves stellar results in Kerala University MD/MS exams, with students securing 26 top ranks. Read about the top performers and their specializations.
Gujarat's undergraduate medical admission process concludes after final counselling round. Only 3 seats remain vacant statewide. Over Rs 25 crore in deposits to be refunded to eligible students. Read details.
Beed district in Maharashtra has become the state's top performer in rural housing schemes, with over 50,000 families moving into new homes. Discover how mission-mode execution overcame key challenges.
A seminar in Mumbai brought together 32 private vets to explore collaboration for better animal healthcare, honoring Ratan Tata's vision. Discover the key insights.
The National Medical Commission is creating a national pool of government college faculty for surprise inspections to ensure quality. Learn about the new rules for the 2026-27 academic year.