Karnataka Medical College–Research Institute introduces a QR code-based security system in its mother and child health department to control visitor access, prevent child abduction, and manage overcrowding effectively.
Medical Education Minister Sharan Prakash Patil announces plans for a superspecialty hospital and trauma care centre in Yadgir, emphasizing public interest over politics.
Santiniketan Medical College and Hospital collaborates with Truevis Technologies to establish 300 radiology centers across Tier II cities and towns over five years, aiming to enhance cancer detection and support radiologists.
PGI Chandigarh's SARATHI initiative has completed over 100,000 hours of voluntary service, with 1,700 student volunteers averaging 60 hours each, transforming patient care and institutional culture.
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan criticizes the high costs of organ transplants and lays the foundation stone for a new state-run institute to make procedures more affordable and accessible.
The Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education & Research in Chandigarh has received environmental clearance for its 150-bed Critical Care Block. The facility, approved under PM-ABHIM, will centralize treatment for critically ill and infectious disease
PGIMER Chandigarh has treated 1,75,676 beneficiaries under Ayushman Bharat since 2019, with Punjab accounting for 46% of patients. Medical oncology leads specialty treatments, achieving outcomes comparable to international standards.
A dedicated 6-bed ICU for children with severe lung diseases has been inaugurated at RML Hospital, marking a first for Delhi's government healthcare system and enhancing specialized pediatric care.
Medanta Hospital in Gurgaon introduces a dedicated 24x7 chest trauma support service following a study showing chest injuries cause 70% of poly-trauma admissions and are a leading cause of death in young Indians.
The pathology laboratory at Ram Sagar Mishra Joint Hospital in Lucknow will now process blood samples from three additional hospitals under the spoke-and-hub model, enhancing diagnostic efficiency for patients.
Telangana's flagship organ donation program, Jeevandan, is set to introduce hand transplantations in 2025, with plans for pancreas transplants under consideration. The initiative aims to expand services at government hospitals like NIMS and OGH.
PGIMER Chandigarh's Scientific Support Group receives acclaim from MoHFW for developing a pioneering Good Laboratory Practices certification course to strengthen National Tobacco Testing Laboratories across India.
Sion Hospital in Mumbai will inaugurate its new eight-bed pediatric bone marrow transplant unit by March, funded by Rs 20 crore in donations. This expansion from a single bed aims to enhance access to life-saving treatments at public health facilities.
Odisha government introduces a digital platform for priority appointment booking for cancer patients at top hospitals, reducing travel and waiting times through teleconsultation and streamlined scheduling.
The Goa Human Rights Commission has directed health authorities to expedite a 24x7 emergency care centre on Chorao island within 90 days, following resident complaints about night-time medical access.
Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan will lay the foundation stone for the Kerala Institute of Organ and Tissue Transplantation in Kozhikode, a pioneering facility aiming to centralize all transplant surgeries and reduce costs significantly.
Jharkhand's health department will launch a mobile app for booking free 108 ambulance services, operating similarly to Ola. The system includes GPS tracking, performance incentives, and integration with private ambulances.
The Madras High Court has disposed of a petition seeking demolition of the dilapidated Ayakudi government hospital building after authorities confirmed a new structure is being constructed by demolishing the old one.
At the 76th Indian Dental Conference 2026, Dr. M C Sudhakar highlighted the resurgence of dental education in Karnataka, drawing from his professional background and political insights.
A state-of-the-art microbiology food analysis laboratory was inaugurated in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, to identify microorganisms in food samples as per national safety standards. Funded by FSSAI and the state government, it aims to prevent illnesses like diarr
PGIMER Chandigarh has emerged as India's top hospital for high-end surgeries under Ayushman Bharat, performing over 1,000 complex procedures and setting a national benchmark in healthcare delivery.
A private ambulance in Palghar abandoned a deceased patient's body midway, forcing relatives to carry it home in a makeshift cloth stretcher. Officials confirmed the road was motorable.
Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria has approved a Rs 23 crore Critical Care Block in Chandigarh under PM-ABHIM, ending a land dispute with the municipal corporation.
The Pune Municipal Corporation will sign an MoU to bring seven ICU beds under direct control at Kamala Nehru Hospital, enabling free treatment for patients under MJPJAY scheme and enhancing critical care services.
The Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research in Chandigarh has launched a specialized course for tobacco testing labs, earning widespread praise for enhancing public health efforts.
Babu, a traditional Daiva Narthaka from Permude village, Kasaragod, receives an artificial limb in Mangaluru, enabling him to continue his cultural profession and support his family.
Brigadier Sanjay Kumar Mishra leads an advanced surgical eye camp in remote Kutch, Gujarat, performing 200 sight-restoring surgeries after screening over 2,500 people. Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh visits and praises the Army's public welfare commi
Doctors at Bengaluru's Victoria Hospital are under investigation for allegedly directing patients to specific private pharmacies located opposite the hospital gate, raising ethical concerns.
The Ranchi Institute of Neuro-Psychiatry & Allied Sciences introduces five specialty clinics for geriatric psychiatry, sleep disorders, epilepsy, headaches, and child & adolescent care to enhance focused treatment.
SVIMS in Tirupati announces a ₹120 crore advanced cancer care facility with 300 beds and 5 ICUs. The institute highlights free treatment via government schemes and a successful rural screening program.