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.
BRD Medical College, Gorakhpur, seeks NMC's intervention for an MBBS student from 2014 batch who hasn't cleared first year, resides in hostel without paying mess fees. Read the full story.
A student at Baba Raghav Das Medical College in Gorakhpur has remained enrolled in the first-year MBBS for over a decade, exposing a regulatory gap. The college has approached the NMC for a solution.
Telangana's medical fraternity opposes GO 229, which adds 4 non-doctor bureaucrats to the Medical Council, fearing erosion of professional self-regulation. Read why doctors are demanding its withdrawal.
Scientists from Kolkata & Hyderabad identify a novel antimicrobial peptide, SA-XV, that could revolutionize treatment for drug-resistant fungal eye infections, a major cause of blindness in South Asia. Read the breakthrough findings.
Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) in Ranchi announces a major expansion plan for 2026, including new ICU buildings, linear accelerators for cancer, and 103 new staff posts. Read about the full roadmap to enhance healthcare.
Jharkhand health department begins groundwork for kidney transplants at Rims, aiming to keep patients from seeking treatment outside the state. A key meeting is set for Jan 9.
Dr NTR University of Health Sciences signs MoU with QPR Institute India to provide structured mental health and suicide prevention training to all first-year MBBS students in Andhra Pradesh from 2025-26.
The new campus of Haveri Institute of Medical Sciences (HIMS) will be formally inaugurated on January 7, ending a long delay. Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya and CM Siddaramaiah will attend. Read details.
Kauvery Hospital Vadapalani launches the Kauvery Institute of Digestive Sciences to combat rising digestive disorders in India. Offering comprehensive, multi-specialty care under one roof.
Jharkhand's 108 ambulance service received 345 road accident calls on New Year's Eve, a sharp rise from daily average. RIMS also reported a 10% increase in trauma cases. Read the full report.
Thiruvananthapuram Government Medical College achieves stellar results in Kerala University MD/MS exams, with students securing 26 top ranks. Read about the top performers and their specializations.
AKTU partners with National Forensic Sciences University to advance forensic science education and research. Learn how this collaboration will enhance technology in criminal justice.
Gujarat's undergraduate medical admission process concludes after final counselling round. Only 3 seats remain vacant statewide. Over Rs 25 crore in deposits to be refunded to eligible students. Read details.
Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences in Ranchi reduces Vishram Griha charges from Rs 100 to Rs 25, offering major relief to families of poor patients. New agency to manage the 310-bed facility.
The Conscious Management Institute opens in Puducherry, offering specialized logistics and supply chain management courses to address India's growing industry demands. Explore new career paths today!
The National Medical Commission is creating a national pool of government college faculty for surprise inspections to ensure quality. Learn about the new rules for the 2026-27 academic year.
Bihar announces two new government medical colleges in Vaishali and Bhojpur, operational from Jan 2026. Each will have 500 beds and admit 100 MBBS students, marking a major healthcare expansion.
NMC's MARB invites eligible government medical college faculty to join an assessor pool for inspections, including surprise visits, for AY 2026-27. Apply within 15 days of Dec 22 notice.
Army doctors in Pune saved a newborn with a rare heart condition using advanced ECMO. Read about this landmark medical achievement in Indian military healthcare.
The Indian Medical Association gears up for its historic 100th NATCON 2025 in Ahmedabad from Dec 26-28. Over 5000 doctors and global experts will convene. Read more.
Odisha's DMET will assess 14 government medical colleges for potential MBBS seat increase after NMC extended relaxed intake norms for 2026-27. Application window opens Dec 29.
Assembly Speaker UT Khader vows to resolve the delay in opening Mangaluru's Mahakalipadpu RUB. He also discusses plans for new cardiac and cancer care satellite units to boost regional healthcare.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann has sanctioned Rs 68.98 crore for upgrading four premier medical colleges in the state. The funds aim to provide world-class treatment and diagnostic facilities. Read more about this major healthcare push.
Madurai's new Institute of Child Health and Research Centre, a ₹40 crore facility with 219 beds, is set to become operational by March at GRH, boosting paediatric care for southern Tamil Nadu.
Chhattisgarh releases first-round PG medical seat allotment for 2025. The process proceeds despite an ongoing Supreme Court petition. Details inside.
Greater Noida Authority hires agency for Rs 25 crore project to fix chronic water seepage at GIMS basement, a threat since 2016. IIT Roorkee had flagged design flaws.
The second round of choice filling for Gujarat's MD, MS, and Diploma courses saw 951 fresh admissions. 357 seats remain vacant. Check allotment results and reporting dates now.
Jharkhand High Court mandates action against officials & builders for illegal land registry at Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences. Residents to be compensated. Next hearing on Jan 6, 2026.
Union Health Minister JP Nadda said the government spends Rs 30-35 lakh annually on each medical seat, urging students to serve society. He highlighted a massive expansion in medical infrastructure.