Delhi's healthcare infrastructure receives a significant upgrade with the announcement of a new AIIMS and 11 super-specialty hospitals, aiming to enhance medical services and accessibility for residents.
Reported assaults on medical staff in Delhi government hospitals surged from 14 in 2021 to 49 in 2024, with limited legal action taken despite safety measures.
Delhi's Public Works Department requests additional Rs 627 crore to complete four delayed hospital projects, citing cost escalation and promising completion by mid-2026.
Delhi government shifts four long-stalled hospital projects to PPP model to ensure completion by 2027 after Rs 1,000 crore expenditure without functional hospitals.
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta inaugurated 81 new Ayushman Arogya Mandirs, bringing the total to 319 in the capital. The expansion aims for 1,100 centers across Delhi, with ministers launching facilities in multiple constituencies.
A deepening diagnostic crisis plagues Delhi's government hospitals. Critical MRI and CT scan services face years-long waits, forcing patients to pay privately or risk permanent health damage. Delhi High Court questions government claims.
Delhi High Court enhances EWS income criteria for hospital treatment to Rs 5 lakh annually. The facility applies to all government and concessional land private hospitals.
Delhi High Court demands answers from Health Secretary over missing radiological services in government hospitals. Court orders detailed report on functional MRI, CT scan facilities. Read the full story.
Torrent Group enters hospital business with a Rs 750 crore, 500-bed multispecialty facility on Ahmedabad's SP Ring Road, creating 2,400 jobs. Read about Gujarat's healthcare expansion.
Rajasthan's Medical Education Dept partners with RCDF to build Saras food courts in hospital campuses, addressing dining woes for staff, patients & attendants. Read more.
Delhi's MCD launches a revamped cashless health scheme for its 1.4 lakh employees and dependants. The scheme, funded by employee contributions, aims to end payment delays and ensure seamless treatment at empanelled hospitals. Learn how it works.
Major private hospitals in Kolkata are expanding, adding 1,300 new beds by 2026. Upgrades include advanced cancer care, transplant units, and affordable treatment options. Read more.
Delhi govt increases income ceiling for EWS patients to Rs 5 lakh annually for free treatment in private hospitals. Move to widen healthcare access for low-income families across India.
The arrest of a Delhi gastroenterologist exposes a pan-India kidney trafficking network. Explore the decades-long cycle of scandal, from Dr. Horror in 2008 to the latest 2024 syndicate links to Cambodia and China.
Delhi High Court criticizes significant delays in implementing crucial IT systems in government hospitals, citing patient care risks. Read the full story on the court's directives.
A fire broke out in an operation theatre at Madhukar Rainbow Children's Hospital in Delhi. Quick action by staff and nearby firefighters prevented injuries. Read the full details.
Kolkata hospitals see a surge in alcohol-induced heart rhythm issues during festive season. Cardiologists warn of risks from binge drinking and oily food. Learn the symptoms and dangers.
Bhopal doctors warn against stopping pneumonia medicine early as incomplete treatment leads to fatal bilateral pneumonia. Hospitals report a 25% rise in cases, overwhelming wards.
Telangana govt launches comprehensive super-specialty services in district teaching hospitals to stop patient referrals to Hyderabad, easing burden on city facilities and families.
Mumbai's private hospitals see oncology as the fastest-growing healthcare sector, driven by rising cases and investments in advanced tech like robots and linear accelerators. Explore the boom and its challenges.
Punjab health department directs civil surgeons to recruit private & retired specialists to bridge critical gaps in govt hospitals. New scheme offers fixed fees per patient. Details inside.
The UAE delivers 30 tonnes of vital medical supplies to Gaza as part of Operation Chivalrous Knight 3, supporting hospitals and treating thousands of Palestinians.
Hospitals in Rawalpindi struggle with severe shortages of medicines and staff, leading to patient suffering. The crisis highlights systemic failures in Pakistan's healthcare sector. Read more.
KIMS Hospitals clarifies it did not bid for Adoni Medical College PPP project, attributing confusion to APMSIDC's misidentification. Read the full story for details.
Chandigarh Health Dept to install 25-bed & 10-bed porta cabin shelters in GMSH-16 & civil hospitals from New Year, offering relief to patients from distant areas.
Doctors in Lucknow warn that persistent dry cough and sore throat are now linked to air pollution, not flu. Hospitals report a massive 300% rise in respiratory OPD cases. Learn how to protect yourself.
Jharkhand's 2025 health overhaul: 100 new MBBS seats approved, RIMS second campus, 6 new medical colleges & state's first medical university planned. Read about the major push to fix healthcare infrastructure.
Cold weather strains your heart. Learn how to protect your cardiovascular health this winter with expert advice from Kauvery Hospitals, Bangalore. Stay safe and reduce risks.
A probe into PBM Hospital in Bikaner confirms a 75-year-old woman was given the wrong blood type. This is the 5th such incident in Rajasthan govt hospitals in two years. Read about the accountability concerns.
RML Hospital & Lady Hardinge face severe faculty shortages, crippling key departments. Discover how this impacts patient care and why recruitment lags. Read the full RTI report.