India’s medical entrance examination system is set for a major transformation. The National Testing Agency (NTA) has informed the Supreme Court that the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Undergraduate (NEET UG) will transition to a Computer Based Test (CBT) mode beginning in 2027. The move represents one of the most significant reforms in the history […]

India’s hospital industry is entering a new phase of expansion, powered by rising healthcare demand, significant capacity additions, and rapid adoption of artificial intelligence. According to a recent sector report, the industry is poised for sustained growth as hospitals focus on technology driven care, operational efficiency, and infrastructure development. The transformation signals a major shift […]

India has witnessed a landmark moment in healthcare and constitutional law. In a historic judgment, the Supreme Court of India has declared that access to timely trauma care is an integral part of the Right to Life guaranteed under Article 21 of the Constitution. The ruling recognizes that every citizen has the right to receive […]

The recent Andes hantavirus outbreak linked to the cruise ship MV Hondius has reignited global conversations around emerging infectious diseases and pandemic preparedness. While health authorities continue to classify the overall public risk as low, the outbreak has drawn attention because the Andes strain is one of the few hantaviruses known to spread from person […]

Parkinson’s disease affects much more than movement. As the condition progresses, many patients experience gait instability, balance problems, and an increased risk of falls. A recent study has highlighted how visual perturbation training, a virtual reality based rehabilitation approach, may help improve walking patterns and reduce excessive visual dependency in people with early stage Parkinson’s […]

Modern endodontics continues to evolve with materials designed to improve healing and long term treatment success. A recent retrospective study has highlighted the effectiveness of hydraulic calcium silicate based sealers in managing apical periodontitis, offering encouraging evidence for clinicians seeking reliable obturation materials. The study evaluated 637 teeth diagnosed with symptomatic apical periodontitis that underwent […]

Global medical technology company Medtronic has announced plans to acquire SPR Therapeutics in a deal valued at approximately $650 million. The acquisition is expected to strengthen Medtronic’s position in chronic pain management by expanding its portfolio of minimally invasive and non-opioid treatment technologies. The move reflects the growing demand for safer and more advanced alternatives […]

Apollo Hospitals Enterprise Limited has reported strong financial performance for the fourth quarter of FY26, reflecting continued growth in India’s healthcare sector and rising demand for advanced medical services. The hospital chain posted robust increases in revenue, profitability, and operational performance across its core healthcare businesses. For the quarter ending March 2026, Apollo Hospitals reported […]