Punjab Revamps VIP Medical Cover, Rationalises Doctors
Punjab government overhauls VIP medical protocol to ensure equitable access to specialist doctors for all citizens. New guidelines aim to stop misuse and optimise healthcare resources.
Punjab government overhauls VIP medical protocol to ensure equitable access to specialist doctors for all citizens. New guidelines aim to stop misuse and optimise healthcare resources.
A 26-year-old man was killed and his friend critically injured in Greater Noida's Karnala village after objecting to a group drinking alcohol. Police have arrested two. Read the full details.
Doctors in Odisha's state hospitals intensify strike for pay parity, causing patient distress. Health Minister appeals for resolution as union threatens longer shutdown.
More than 300 medical professionals across India have sought confidential mental health support from the FAIMA helpline, launched after a series of suicides. Exam stress and workload are key triggers.
India plans EV command centres on highways for roadside aid & charging. Delhi-Mumbai Expressway to be first. PPP model aims to boost long-distance EV travel.
Assam enhances disaster response with 40 new high-speed, Japanese-technology inflatable rescue boats for SDRF. These boats, costing Rs 6.65 lakh each, can rescue 8-10 people at once, boosting flood rescue capabilities.
Aniket Mahata resigns from WBJDF, citing lack of representation from all medical colleges. RDA of RG Kar withdraws support, escalating the internal rift. Key details inside.
Aniket Mahata, a leading voice in the RG Kar rape-murder protests, resigns from WB Junior Doctors' Front, citing undemocratic election processes. Read the full story on the internal rift.
A wild tiger fell into a 40-foot well in Kerala's Pathanamthitta district. Forest department officials are leading urgent rescue efforts to save the big cat. Details inside.
A routine photography trip in Kochi turned into a dramatic rescue mission when a buffalo was found sinking in mud. Read how a photographer, a truck driver, and fire services saved a life, embodying constitutional duty and compassion.
Himachal Pradesh doctors end indefinite strike after CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu assures inquiry into Dr Raghav Nirula's termination. Medical services to resume Monday.
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Sukhu's assurance leads Resident Doctors Association at IGMC-Shimla to call off their indefinite strike. The termination of Dr Raghav Narula will be reviewed.
Housing Minister Krushna Mahapatra opens 'Srujan' canteen at Kharavela Bhawan for 700+ staff. Meanwhile, Odisha Khadya Mahotsav's chowmein stall stirs debate on authentic Odia cuisine. Read more.
Seven resident doctors from PGIMER Chandigarh form band 'Rapid Sequence' to perform at Zenith festival, highlighting work-life balance in high-pressure medical careers. Read their inspiring story.
Government doctors in Himachal Pradesh are on an indefinite strike, disrupting healthcare services. Patients face hardships as surgeries are postponed. Read the full story on the demands and impact.
As temperatures plunge in Patna, makeshift winter markets spring up across the city. Vendors report soaring demand for carpets, rugs, and warm clothing as residents battle the chill in concrete homes. Discover the seasonal economic boom.
Resident doctors in Himachal Pradesh launch indefinite strike, demanding reinstatement of terminated colleague. OPD services severely affected in Shimla, Mandi, Dharamshala & more. Patients from remote areas face hardships.
Himachal Pradesh hospitals face major disruption as resident doctors strike over IGMC Shimla doctor's termination. OPDs and elective surgeries suspended, emergency services continue. Details inside.
Doctors in Odisha stopped OPD work for an hour demanding pay parity & cadre restructuring. Emergency services unaffected. A full strike looms from Jan 1 if demands unmet.
Shimla's Resident Doctors' Association announces mass leave and threatens an indefinite strike demanding Dr Raghav Nirula's reinstatement. CM Sukhu justifies termination after assault inquiry. Details inside.
In a remarkable act, three Kerala doctors performed an emergency cricothyrotomy on a crash victim using a shaving razor and a plastic straw. Read about their heroic roadside effort.
A six-year-old sambar deer was safely rescued by Nashik forest officials after it strayed into a residential area, colliding with a fence. Read about the swift operation that prevented a traffic mishap.
Linu V B, 41, succumbs to injuries despite a rare emergency cricothyrotomy performed by doctors using a razor blade and straw. Read about the heroic attempt and tragic outcome.
MMC Chairperson Damodar Shirodkar warns against illegal roadside vendors in Margao, citing traffic congestion and unfair competition. Citizens question delayed action ahead of Christmas.
Indian medical professionals are exiting the UK's NHS due to salary disparities, restrictive visa policies, and immense work pressure. Discover the key reasons behind this worrying brain drain.
Three doctors in Kerala performed an emergency cricothyrotomy using a straw to save a man choking after an accident. Read this incredible real-life medical rescue story.
A 68-year-old man was safely rescued by Ahmedabad Fire Brigade after being trapped in a malfunctioning lift for nearly an hour at Urvashi Flats. Read the dramatic rescue details.
North Goa District Road Safety Committee proposes hiring 3 patrol vehicles for PWD to tackle encroachments on NH 66 & NH 748. Proposal awaits state govt sanction. Details inside.
Delays in Telangana's 2025 NEET-PG counselling leave 3,000+ medical aspirants in uncertainty. Students demand urgent action from KNRUHS to speed up the process and prevent loss of seats. Read more.
A joint task force rescued 12 children from hazardous work at a Dharapur construction site. The minors, aged 8-14, are now safe in a shelter. Read how citizens can help stop child labour.