The Ministry of Ayush, Government of India, is taking major steps to promote Unani medicine and integrate it with modern healthcare systems. Through focused research, quality control, and institutional development, India is aiming to make Unani medicine more accessible, evidence-based, and globally recognized. Key Institutions Supporting Unani Medicine To strengthen education and research in the […]

The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has launched an important awareness initiative — the Red Line Campaign — to curb the misuse of antibiotics and tackle Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) in India. This nationwide campaign urges people not to use medicines marked with a red vertical line, such as antibiotics, without a valid doctor’s prescription. […]

The Union Ministry of Health recently shared important updates about the availability of doctors in India, the doctor-population ratio, and the steps being taken to improve medical education and rural healthcare access. This data was presented in Parliament by the Minister of State for Health. Total Number of Doctors in India India currently has: Assuming […]

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 […]

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 […]

In a proud moment for West Bengal, the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has recognized Kolkata Medical College and Hospital and SSKM Hospital as the top two research institutions in Eastern India. As per the announcement made by the Chief Minister of West Bengal, Kolkata Medical College has secured the first position, while SSKM […]

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 […]

In a proud step towards Atmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliant India), the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, is all set to install and evaluate the first indigenously developed MRI scanner in India. This move could mark a major shift in reducing dependence on imported medical devices and lowering patients’ MRI scan costs. 🧠 […]

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 […]