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.
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5 Best Solo Travel Spots in India for Women in 2026
Explore India's top solo travel spots for women in 2026, from spiritual Rishikesh to serene Majuli Island. Discover safe, memorable, and enriching adventures.
Travellers Debate: Is Travel Just a Dopamine Hit?
A viral Reddit post asks if travel has real meaning. Discover diverse perspectives from seasoned travellers on purpose, joy, and escaping the 'box-ticking' culture. What's your reason to travel?
Travel Writer's Costly Quests for Literary & Historical Ghosts
Mumbai-based travel writer Rishad Saam Mehta reveals how assignments become excuses for self-funded pilgrimages to sites from books and films, from Lawrence of Arabia's crash to The Great Escape camp.
US Level 4 Travel Advisory for 25+ Dangerous Countries
The US State Department warns citizens against travel to over two dozen nations due to extreme risks like war, terrorism, and crime. Check the full list and safety tips here.
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.
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.
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.
MBBS Student in First Year for 10+ Years at Gorakhpur College
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.
MBBS student stuck in first year for 10 years, NMC help sought
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.
MBBS Student in First Year for 11 Years, College Seeks NMC Help
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.
Indian Travelers Double Overseas Insurance Uptake Post-Pandemic
Indian outbound travelers are increasingly buying travel insurance, with coverage nearly doubling since 2019. Driven by high medical costs abroad and flight disruptions, this trend reflects a major shift in travel planning.
Telangana Doctors Oppose GO 229, Fear Bureaucratic Control
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.
Slow Travel 2026: 3 Destinations for Personal Growth
Move beyond escape. Discover 3 destinations for intentional travel that fosters growth and reconnection in 2026, as suggested by expert Sonia Nazareth.
Haveri Medical College Campus Inauguration on Jan 7
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.
Govt Medical College Thiruvananthapuram Secures 26 University Ranks
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 MBBS admissions end, Rs 25 crore refund starts
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.
Bangladeshi Medical Travel to Odisha Drops Sharply
Cross-border medical travel from Bangladesh to Odisha sees a sharp decline due to political tensions and fear. AIIMS Bhubaneswar reports a drastic fall in patients. Explore the impact on healthcare diplomacy.
India's 2025 Travel Trends: OTT, Ayodhya Lead the Way
ixigo's Great Indian Travel Index 2025 reveals key trends: spiritual hubs like Ayodhya surged, OTT series boosted Northeast tourism, and East Asia gained popularity. Discover the year's travel shifts.
Indian Travel Habits 2025: Emotion Over Instagram
The India Habit Index 2025 reveals a major shift: Indian travellers now seek emotional balance & authentic experiences over social media bragging. Discover the data-driven insights.
Baby born in Italian village after 30 years, population under 20
The birth of Lara Bussi Trabucco in Pagliara dei Marsi, Italy, ends a 30-year wait, spotlighting the country's severe demographic decline and record-low birth rates. Read this inspiring story of hope.
NMC Forms National Pool for Surprise Medical College Checks
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.
Indian Tourists Reroute from Thailand, Cambodia for New Year
Indian travellers are pivoting from Thailand & Cambodia to Vietnam, Sri Lanka & Japan for New Year trips amid border tensions. Bookings dip 10-35%, but spending stays strong. Explore the new travel trends.
Bihar to add 2 medical colleges, total state-run to reach 15
Bihar announces two new government medical colleges in Vaishali and Bhojpur, operational from Jan 2026. Each will have 500 beds and admit 100 MBBS students, marking a major healthcare expansion.
NMC Seeks Govt Medical Faculty for Inspection Pool
NMC's MARB invites eligible government medical college faculty to join an assessor pool for inspections, including surprise visits, for AY 2026-27. Apply within 15 days of Dec 22 notice.
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