The Congress party has strongly criticized the Modi government for shutting down a medical college in Jammu and Kashmir, claiming it represents a dangerous communalisation of education in the region.
A private member's resolution in the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly urges the Union government and National Medical Commission to reconsider withdrawing permission for Mata Vaishno Devi College.
A resolution calls for reviewing the National Medical Commission's decision regarding Mata Vaishno Devi College in Jammu, highlighting local concerns over medical education.
The closure of SMVDIME medical college in Jammu highlights how institutional failures disproportionately impact women students, narrowing their life possibilities in ways that echo global patterns of gendered control.
The withdrawal of permission for a medical college in Jammu and Kashmir is criticized as discriminatory, potentially serving political interests over educational equality.
A new 500-bed medical college in Dumraon, Buxar, promises advanced healthcare for Western Bihar by 2026, cutting travel to Patna. Read about this game-changer.
Kanakapura's hopes for a government medical college are dashed as the taluk hospital fails to meet readiness criteria. Learn about the delays and the community's reaction.
Karnataka govt will submit proposals for new medical colleges in Ramanagara & Bagalkot. Kanakapura plan deferred, Vijayapura PPP model on hold. Details on infrastructure & seat enhancement.
Odisha plans to add 502 PG seats in government medical colleges. DMET urges urgent action to meet NMC deadlines. Learn which institutions will benefit.
J&K CM Omar Abdullah demands action for infrastructure deficiencies at SMVDIME after NMC cancels MBBS course. He pledges to relocate affected students and questions celebratory reactions. Read the full story.
J&K CM Omar Abdullah announces supernumerary seats for affected medical students, demands accountability at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Medical College. Read the full story.
NMC scraps rule restricting medical college setup to non-profits. New PPP model aims to boost resources & access. Details on the policy shift announced in Vijayawada.
The National Medical Commission introduces a Rs 2 lakh registration fee for new medical colleges and approves 450 additional PG seats. Read the full details on the new regulations for 2026-27.
NMC revoked permission for 50 MBBS seats at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence. J&K leaders call it 'communalisation of education'. Read the full story.
The National Medical Commission revoked permission for SMVDIME's MBBS course just four months after approval, citing infrastructure gaps. The college calls the inspection a 'farce' and links the move to protests over Muslim student admissions.
The National Medical Commission has revoked permission for MBBS admissions at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi College in Jammu for 2024-25. Students and faculty celebrate the decision, citing long-standing quality concerns.
Vijayapura residents demand a fully government-run medical college, opposing the PPP model. Police action against protesters and arrests have intensified the agitation. Read more.
AP govt greenlights Piduguralla Government Medical College, starting 100 MBBS seats in 2026-27. CM Naidu approves ₹195 Cr central funds for 420-bed hospital & staff recruitment.
NMC withdraws recognition from J&K's Medical College, triggering BJP protests. NC and PDP label it a major setback for Jammu's healthcare. Full details inside.
The National Medical Commission has revoked the recognition of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi College of Nursing following a surprise inspection that found non-compliance with 2023 regulations. Read the full details.
National Medical Council cancels MBBS course permission at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute citing infrastructure deficiencies. 44 of 50 admitted students were Muslim, sparking protests. Read the full story.
The J&K administration has revoked permission for the MBBS course at Mata Vaishno Devi College after a major row over its recognition. Get the full details on this developing education story.
NMC cancels MBBS course permission for Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute after surprise inspection reveals serious lapses. 50 students for 2025-26 to be shifted. Read the full report.
Two staff members suspended at a Maharashtra medical college after a student was allegedly forced to perform namaz. Authorities launch a probe into the shocking incident.
The National Medical Commission has withdrawn permission from Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute over standards. All 50 students from the controversial batch will be transferred to other colleges. Read the full story.
Lal Bahadur Shastri Medical College expels three students after a ragging probe. Two seniors suspended for assault, junior also penalized for dubious role. Details inside.
The National Medical Commission has revoked permission for Shri Mata Vaishno Devi College of Nursing. All 100 MBBS students will be shifted to GMC Jammu by 2026. Details inside.
A female student was allegedly forced to perform namaz in a Maharashtra medical college hostel, sparking protests. Two staff members suspended. Police deployed.
Hindu groups protest in Jammu, demanding closure of SMVDIME medical college over admission of Muslim students. They seek use of shrine offerings only for Hindu community development. Read the full story.
A shocking case at Gorakhpur's BRD Medical College sees an MBBS student unable to progress beyond the first year for over a decade. The college seeks NMC guidance to resolve this unprecedented regulatory hurdle.