In a big move to make quality healthcare accessible and affordable, Narayana Health Insurance (NHIL) has launched Narayana Aditi, a revolutionary health insurance plan in West Bengal. For just Rs 29 per day, a family of four can now get up to Rs 1 crore in health insurance coverage, marking a bold step toward universal […]

India is taking a major step toward combating dengue, one of the country’s most persistent public health challenges. A Phase III clinical trial is currently underway for DengiAll, a single-dose dengue vaccine developed by Panacea Biotec in collaboration with the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR). This trial is seen as a milestone in the […]

In a big relief to internationally trained doctors, the National Medical Commission (NMC) has officially allowed foreign PG doctors from five English-speaking countries to skip the one-year Senior Residency required to become Assistant Professors in Indian medical colleges. This new rule, published under the Medical Institutions (Qualifications of Faculty) Regulations, 2025, came into effect on […]

In a much-needed relief for overworked medical professionals, Haryana’s government medical colleges have announced a 10-day yearly leave for resident doctors who work seven days a week without regular breaks. This decision brings hope and recognition to thousands of doctors working under immense pressure and long duty hours across institutions like Pt. B.D. Sharma PGIMS […]

India is set to witness a transformational shift in healthcare delivery. Gautam Adani, Chairman of the Adani Group, recently announced the launch of “Healthcare Temples” — AI-first, 1,000-bed integrated medical campuses. These futuristic healthcare centres will be initiated in Ahmedabad and Mumbai and aim to combine affordability, technology, and world-class medical standards. This move was […]

In a breakthrough for reproductive healthcare, India has introduced Asia’s first fully integrated at-home IVF platform, revolutionizing how fertility treatment is delivered. The platform, launched by Seeds of Innocence under the leadership of Dr. Gauri Agarwal, brings the entire IVF process to the comfort and privacy of patients’ homes, supported by cutting-edge digital tools and […]

In a progressive move to address the growing mental health crisis, the Delhi government is set to launch a dedicated mental health programme rooted in the AYUSH system (Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha, and Homoeopathy). This initiative will focus on three major groups: children, the working class, and senior citizens. Announced by Delhi Health Minister Pankaj […]

In a significant step toward understanding rising cases of sudden deaths, especially among the young, the Karnataka Government has announced that sudden deaths in people under 45 will now be treated as a notifiable disease. This means any such death occurring outside a hospital must be reported to the government, and an autopsy will be […]

Self-care was meant to help us feel better. But today, it’s often doing the opposite. From green smoothies to early morning yoga routines and gratitude journaling, the idea of wellness has become a daily checklist, especially for young Indians. But when you can’t keep up with these routines, it leads to guilt, anxiety, and even […]

Salt is essential for life — it makes food taste better, helps preserve it, and keeps our bodies functioning. But when it comes to how much salt we should eat, more is not better. The World Health Organisation (WHO) and major global health bodies agree: more than 5 grams of salt (about 1 teaspoon) per […]