Maharashtra makes QR code verification mandatory for doctors
Maharashtra govt instructs MMC to introduce QR codes for doctor verification to curb bogus practitioners. SC orders MMC elections within three months. Read more.
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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.
Odisha doctors extend OPD strike, patients face hardship
Doctors in Odisha's state hospitals intensify strike for pay parity, causing patient distress. Health Minister appeals for resolution as union threatens longer shutdown.
300+ Indian Doctors Use FAIMA Mental Health Helpline
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.
WB Junior Doctors' Front Crisis Deepens as Leader Quits
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.
Key RG Kar Protest Figure Aniket Mahata Quits WBJDF
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.
Bengaluru Group's Public Safety Debate Gains Traction
A Bengaluru initiative, 'Text when you get home', highlights that safety is about daily micro-decisions. Founder Devina S discusses building collective awareness. Read more.
Punjab to deploy 200 guards in hospitals from 2026
Punjab govt will deploy 200 security guards across 23 district hospitals from January 2026 to protect medical staff from violence. The move follows 60+ assault incidents.
Himachal doctors end strike after CM's assurance
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 CM Sukhu's Appeal Ends Doctors' Strike
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.
PGIMER Doctors Form Band 'Rapid Sequence' for Cultural Fest
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.
Doctors booked for leaving cloth in woman's abdomen post-delivery
A criminal case filed in Greater Noida after a surgical cloth was found inside a woman's abdomen 15 months post-C-section. The FIR names three doctors and officials for negligence and intimidation.
Himachal doctors strike over colleague's termination
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.
Himachal doctors' strike hits medical services across state
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.
Shimla Hospital Scuffle Triggers Statewide Doctors' Strike
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.
Odisha Doctors Strike: OPD Disrupted for Hour Over Demands
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 Doctors Threaten Strike Over Colleague's Sacking
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.
Kerala doctors use razor, straw for roadside emergency surgery
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.
Why Indian Doctors Are Leaving the UK's NHS in Droves
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.
Telangana NEET-PG Counselling Delay Affects 3,000+ Students
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.
Chandigarh Fire Safety Check Before Christmas, New Year
Chandigarh mayor leads surprise inspections of fire preparedness in city establishments ahead of Christmas & New Year. Non-compliant venues issued notices. Read for safety details.
Goa's Crucial Fire Safety Bill Gathers Dust With Govt
A vital bill to replace Goa's 36-year-old fire safety law is stalled, leaving regulatory gaps as nightclubs face scrutiny. Experts warn of public safety risks. Read more.
Bombay HC rejects bail in Pune Porsche crash evidence tampering
Bombay High Court rejects bail for 8 accused, including builder father and doctors, in Pune Porsche crash blood sample manipulation case. Details on the court's decision and the serious charges.
Pollution ailments spike 20-30% in Bengaluru
Doctors in Bengaluru report a significant 20-30% increase in patients suffering from pollution-linked health issues like breathlessness and cough. Learn about the symptoms and public health impact.
25 Booked for Attacking Doctors at Dehradun Hospital
Police register case against 25 for assaulting doctors & staff at Govt Doon Hospital in Dehradun. Read details of the shocking incident and legal action taken.
Bombay HC rejects bail for 8 in Pune Porsche crash case
Bombay High Court denies bail to father of minor accused & 7 others in Pune Porsche crash, citing serious offence & evidence tampering risk. Read the latest updates.
Bihar Minister Defends Nitish Kumar in Hijab Row
Bihar Minority Affairs Minister Zama Khan defends CM Nitish Kumar after he removed a doctor's hijab, calling it fatherly affection. Congress demands resignation. Details inside.
Nitish Kumar pulls hijab, triggers political storm
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar faces backlash for removing a woman's hijab at a public event. Opposition calls it harassment. Full details and reactions inside.
Ahmedabad Doctors Complete Seven Summits Challenge
Dr Hemant and Dr Surabhi Leuva from Ahmedabad summit Antarctica's Vinson Massif, completing the Seven Summits. Read their inspiring journey of grit and passion.
Maharashtra Resident Doctors Raise Stipend, Security Issues
Central MARD delegation met state's principal secretary, highlighting stipend delays, poor security & hostel woes. Official promises urgent online meeting with all deans for solutions.
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