World
Karachi’s Governance Failures Fuel Climate and Health Crisis
Experts warn that Karachi's fragmented administration and unregulated urban expansion are worsening climate risks and public health issues.
10 October 2026 · 3 minKRISHNVEER SINGH
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Health
India Caps Anti-Cancer Drug Trade Margin at 30%
Government caps trade margins on non-scheduled anti-cancer drugs at 30% to improve affordability and reduce patient financial distress.
10 October 2026 · 3 minKRISHNVEER SINGH
Technology
Bacteria Turn a Virus’ Own Weapon Against It, Study Finds
Scientists discover that bacteria use a virus's own enzyme to trigger a self-destruct immune response, potentially revolutionising phage therapy.
9 October 2026 · 4 minKRISHNVEER SINGH
Health
India Marks World Mental Health Day as Tele MANAS Hits 47 Lakh Calls
As India observes World Mental Health Day 2026, Tele MANAS records over 47 lakh calls, bridging the mental healthcare gap across the country.
9 October 2026 · 3 minPoonam Rajpoot
World
Pakistan: Doctor shortage leaves Attock’s Chhab Health Centre in crisis
Maryam Nawaz Health Centre in Attock faces a crisis as vacant doctor positions and infrastructure failures leave patients without essential care.
9 October 2026 · 3 minVijay Narayan Singh
Health
Union Health Secretary calls for expanding digital medical resources to all medical colleges
Health Secretary Punya Salila Srivastava calls for extending digital health resources to every medical college in India to boost research and education.
9 October 2026 · 3 minKRISHNVEER SINGH
Health
Gujarat Health Minister Reviews Dengue Treatment in Gandhinagar
Health Minister Praful Pansheriya visits Gandhinagar Civil Hospital to review treatment for security personnel battling dengue and addresses a tragic death.
9 October 2026 · 3 minPoonam Rajpoot
Health
Family Battles Severe Obesity: 13-Year-Old Undergoes Bariatric Surgery
A 13-year-old boy weighing 186 kg underwent successful bariatric surgery at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital to combat severe obesity and health issues.
9 October 2026 · 3 minKRISHNVEER SINGH
Health
Health Ministry Moves to Curb Prescription Drug Ads by Retailers
The Union Health Ministry plans to restrict retailers and wholesalers from advertising Schedule H, H1, and X drugs to prevent self-medication.
9 October 2026 · 3 minPoonam Rajpoot
Health
Karnataka FDA Raids 45 Ice Cream Units; 70 Samples Sent for Testing
Karnataka FDA conducts massive inspection of 45 ice cream units, seizing expired goods and sending 70 samples for testing to ensure public safety.
9 October 2026 · 3 minKRISHNVEER SINGH
Business
Hospitals to Offset Cancer Drug Price Cap via Cost Cuts
Jefferies report suggests hospitals may offset the 30% margin cap on anti-cancer drugs through cost cuts and procedure price hikes.
9 October 2026 · 3 minKRISHNVEER SINGH
India
Govt Caps Cancer Drug Margins to Save Patients ₹2,500 Crore
The government has capped margins on non-scheduled anti-cancer drugs at 30% of MRP, potentially reducing prices by 70% and saving patients ₹2,500 crore annually.
9 October 2026 · 3 minVijay Narayan Singh
Health
Poonch Launches JOSH Teams to Drive TB-Free India Mission
Health authorities in Poonch launch JOSH teams and awareness programmes involving NCC cadets and students to combat tuberculosis.
9 October 2026 · 2 minPoonam Rajpoot
Health
Massive Health and Wellness Camps Held in Kamrup
Over 1,000 people benefited from specialist medical services and screenings at Seva Sankalp Abhiyan camps in Kamrup, Assam.
9 October 2026 · 3 minKRISHNVEER SINGH
Business
Chemists Hail Govt Move to Slash Cancer Drug Prices
AIOCD welcomes the government's move to cap trade margins on anti-cancer medicines, potentially saving patients Rs 2,500 crore annually.
8 October 2026 · 3 minKRISHNVEER SINGH
Technology
IIT BHU Scientists Develop Green Light Tech to Fight Infections
Researchers at IIT BHU have developed a novel green light-activated technology to fight bacterial infections and disrupt stubborn biofilms.
8 October 2026 · 4 minKRISHNVEER SINGH
Business
Cancer Drug Prices Could Plummet by 70% Under New Govt Cap
The Indian government plans to cap trade margins at 30% for non-scheduled anti-cancer drugs, potentially saving patients Rs 2,500 crore annually.
8 October 2026 · 3 minKRISHNVEER SINGH
India
JP Nadda Launches JOSH Teams to Drive Youth-Led TB Elimination
Union Minister JP Nadda launches JOSH Teams to empower youth in India's fight to eliminate tuberculosis through community outreach and early diagnosis.
8 October 2026 · 4 minVijay Narayan Singh
Health
24-Week Trial Finds Ashwagandha Safe for Liver and Kidneys
A major multicentre study reveals that daily Ashwagandha root extract shows no evidence of liver or kidney injury over a 24-week period.
8 October 2026 · 3 minPoonam Rajpoot
Business
Women Lead the Charge in India's Booming Ayush Sector
Women now make up 43% of the Ayush workforce, with representation exceeding 50% in hospitals, wellness centres, and educational institutes.
8 October 2026 · 4 minKRISHNVEER SINGH
India
SC Calls for Permanent Funding for SMA Patients
The Supreme Court calls for a permanent funding mechanism to help SMA patients afford life-saving, high-cost therapies.
8 October 2026 · 2 minKRISHNVEER SINGH
Health
NMC Bans Medical Self-Promotion and Misleading AI Content
The National Medical Commission issues strict new rules banning doctors and hospitals from self-promotion, celebrity endorsements, and misleading AI content.
7 October 2026 · 4 minKRISHNVEER SINGH
Health
Betul Hospital Hit by Massive Viral Fever Surge
Betul District Hospital sees a massive spike in viral fever and cold cases as OPD attendance hits 1,000 patients daily.
7 October 2026 · 3 minPoonam Rajpoot
Health
JP Nadda to Lead National Launch of JOSH Teams for TB Elimination
Union Health Minister JP Nadda will launch JOSH Teams in New Delhi to drive youth-led community action for a TB Mukt Bharat.
7 October 2026 · 3 minKRISHNVEER SINGH