Mandatory Pregnancy Registration in Haryana: What Doctors Need to Know

The Haryana Government has recently issued a new directive requiring pregnant women to register with local ANMs (Auxiliary Nurse Midwives) before availing of free ultrasound services. While the intention behind this move is positive, the Indian Medical Association (IMA), Haryana Chapter, has raised several ethical, legal, and practical concerns. Why the Order Was Introduced The […]
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Govt to Introduce Standardized Billing Format for Hospitals and Clinics: A Step Towards Transparent Healthcare

In a major move to improve transparency and fairness in hospital billing, the Central Government is set to roll out a standardized billing format for all hospitals, nursing homes, and diagnostic centers across India. This new format, developed by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) in collaboration with the Union Health Ministry, aims to make […]
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CDSCO Launches Online Portal for Pharma Manufacturers to Apply for Schedule M Extension

In a move to simplify and digitize the licensing process for pharmaceutical companies, the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) has launched the Online National Drugs Licensing System (ONDLS). This online portal will now be used by small and medium pharma manufacturers to apply for an extension to implement the revised Schedule M guidelines. This […]
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👶 AI-Powered Wearable Suit Accurately Tracks Infant Motor Development: A Breakthrough in Early Childcare

A new study published in Paediatrics has introduced a game-changing innovation in child development tracking—an AI-powered wearable suit that can monitor infants’ gross motor milestones (GMMs) with over 90% accuracy. This smart wearable jumpsuit uses sensors and machine learning algorithms to detect when a baby reaches key physical development stages, like sitting, crawling, or standing—right […]
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307 Drug Price Violation Cases Found – Is Big Pharma Overcharging Patients?

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Chemicals and Fertilizers has found 307 cases of drug pricing violations by pharmaceutical companies in India. These violations involved non-scheduled medicines, where the companies increased MRPs beyond the 10% annual limit set under the Drug Price Control Order (DPCO), 2013. This discovery has raised concerns over how affordable medicines truly […]
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Delhi Government Makes Jan Aushadhi Medicines Mandatory in Hospitals for Affordable Healthcare

In a major step towards affordable and transparent healthcare, the Delhi Government has issued a new directive: all government hospitals and health centers must now procure medicines exclusively from Jan Aushadhi Kendras. This decision, led by the Health Minister, is aimed at ensuring the availability of quality medicines at low cost for all patients. The […]
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Delhi Health Department Launches Online Portal to Strengthen Gender Equality and Regulate Ultrasound Use

The Health and Family Welfare Department of Delhi has taken a big digital step to promote gender equality and regulate the use of ultrasound technology. The Health Minister of India launched the new PC&PNDT online portal aimed at modernizing the enforcement of the Pre-Conception and Pre-Natal Diagnostic Techniques (PC&PNDT) Act. This move replaces manual processes […]
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