Bengaluru Metro to Reach 175 km by 2027: DK Shivakumar
Deputy CM DK Shivakumar announced Bengaluru's Metro network will be 175 km long by Dec 2027 after reviewing BMRCL's progress. Read for details on the city's transit expansion.
Deputy CM DK Shivakumar announced Bengaluru's Metro network will be 175 km long by Dec 2027 after reviewing BMRCL's progress. Read for details on the city's transit expansion.
Dr Randhir Singh from Guru Angad Dev Veterinary University receives the De-Facto Specialist Certification from the Asian Society of Veterinary Clinical Dermatology in Bangkok. Read about this honour and its impact on Indian veterinary science.
The Indian government is considering data exclusivity for pharma, a move that could delay cheap generic drugs, impact India's global edge, and affect medicine access. Read the full analysis.
Medical colleges in Bengaluru are offering salaries up to Rs 4 lakh per month for pre-clinical faculty, double the clinical pay, to address a severe shortage. Learn about the incentives and the poaching challenge.
Key infrastructure projects in Coimbatore, including the Gandhipuram bus stand renovation, face indefinite delays as Rs144 crore in funds remain unallocated by planning authorities. Read more.
India's drug approval process faces delays due to complex scientific hurdles in translational research. Experts explain the challenges and propose solutions for faster patient access to new treatments.
Jharkhand Health Minister Irfan Ansari distributes appointment letters to 66 doctors, announces massive recruitment drive for 10,000 health workers, and unveils plans for modern labs and a central command centre.
Schneider Electric signs MoU with Tamil Nadu govt for Rs 718 crore expansion in Chennai, Coimbatore & Hosur, creating 663 jobs. A major boost for state's industrial growth.
Sundaram Home Finance unveils an aggressive expansion plan for its Emerging Business segment, aiming for 100 branches and ₹500 crore disbursements by FY26, with a strong push into South Indian towns.
Vizhinjam International Seaport's next construction phase starts Jan 2024. The ₹970M revenue port, exceeding targets, will become a 2000m berth global hub by 2028, creating 6000+ jobs. Read more.
Mysuru Airport's expansion gains momentum with a joint survey of 206.1 acres. The upgrade will extend the runway for wide-body aircraft, boost cargo exports, and enhance tourism. Read more.
India approves 11 new medical colleges via PPP model in Jharkhand, Arunachal Pradesh & UP. Viability Gap Funding up to 40% aims to fast-track medical education in underserved districts. Read more.
NIMHANS in Bengaluru is set for a major upgrade with Rs 938 crore in new projects, including a 250-bed tower and a child psychiatry centre, to enhance mental healthcare capacity.
Telangana Education Department unveils massive 2-year plan: 10,000+ teacher posts filled, free electricity for schools, AI literacy from class 1, and new universities. Read the full report.
Maharashtra forms committee to create online counselling for students, appoint clinical psychologists per district, following Supreme Court order to tackle academic stress.
Guntur Municipal Corporation fast-tracks merger of 11 villages before Dec 31 census deadline. The move aims to resolve infrastructure and governance issues in the urbanising outskirts. Read the full story.
Jharkhand's health department greenlights major upgrades for SNMMCH Dhanbad & MGMMCH Jamshedpur. MBBS seats to increase, new infrastructure planned. Read the full details.
Madhya Pradesh government scales up Ujjain's hotel capacity and road network ahead of Simhastha 2028, expecting 30 crore devotees. Key upgrades include 11 new luxury rooms and major road widening projects.
Hyderabad's population could surge to 1.5 crore, making it the 18th most populous city globally, overtaking London and New York. Discover the opportunities and civic challenges this expansion brings.
Kempegowda International Airport plans a new air traffic control tower to manage surging aircraft movements. The upgrade, set for 2027, will enhance safety and capacity. Read more.
Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation plans to merge 27 municipalities, potentially creating India's largest municipal body with 300 wards across 2,053 sq km. Learn about the massive administrative overhaul.
India's drug regulator CDSCO refuses to waive local trials for lenacapavir, blocking access to revolutionary HIV prevention for 25 lakh Indians. Learn why this happens despite drug being manufactured in India.
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath inaugurates 550-bed Medanta Hospital in Noida, emphasizing healthcare accessibility and Ayushman Bharat's impact. Read about UP's medical infrastructure growth.
Patna High Court mandates regulatory guidelines for Bihar hospitals after infant loses mother at unregistered facility. Justice directs compensation and education for child.
West Bengal commission directs Fortis Hospital to refund laundry and biomedical waste disposal fees. Hospital told to remove these charges from billing system and repay all affected patients.
Bengaluru proposes massive ₹1.5 lakh crore infrastructure upgrade including urban tunnels, metro expansion, and waste management to tackle traffic and urban challenges.
Kerala High Court issues 15 crucial directives for hospitals including rate displays, emergency care protocols, and grievance redressal systems to protect patient rights under 2018 Act.
Union Cabinet approves two major railway expansion projects worth Rs 2,781 crore to boost connectivity in Gujarat and Maharashtra, enhancing pilgrim travel and freight movement.
India's infrastructure sector delivers stellar 82.8% returns over 3 years, more than double Nifty 50's performance. Discover why experts predict a multi-year infra super-cycle and investment opportunities.
NCC secures major ₹2,062 crore contract for Gauhati Medical College expansion. Analysis of Q2 performance, stock trends, and investor holdings including Rekha Jhunjhunwala's stake.