Violence Against Delhi Doctors Spikes Over 5 Years
Reported assaults on medical staff in Delhi government hospitals surged from 14 in 2021 to 49 in 2024, with limited legal action taken despite safety measures.
Reported assaults on medical staff in Delhi government hospitals surged from 14 in 2021 to 49 in 2024, with limited legal action taken despite safety measures.
Government hospitals in Bengaluru are implementing a universal newborn screening programme. Doctors receive training at IGICH to test blood samples collected 48-72 hours after birth.
Private hospitals in Kolkata are sending Nipah suspect samples to designated labs without waiting for official directives, fearing delays in treatment and potential community spread.
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta inaugurated 81 new Ayushman Arogya Mandirs, bringing the total to 319 in the capital. The expansion aims for 1,100 centers across Delhi, with ministers launching facilities in multiple constituencies.
A deepening diagnostic crisis plagues Delhi's government hospitals. Critical MRI and CT scan services face years-long waits, forcing patients to pay privately or risk permanent health damage. Delhi High Court questions government claims.
Delhi High Court enhances EWS income criteria for hospital treatment to Rs 5 lakh annually. The facility applies to all government and concessional land private hospitals.
Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini says govt hospitals are being modernized to match private care. Ayushman Bharat-Chirayu has helped nearly 25 lakh patients with Rs 4,500 crore in claims.
Government hospital records reveal rat poison tops toxicology cases in Chennai, causing severe organ damage and deaths. Doctors detail treatments and alarming statistics.
Ahead of the budget session, Kota South MLA Sandeep Sharma demands a five-year report on wrong blood transfusions in Rajasthan's government hospitals, including fatalities and government action. Read the full story.
Jharkhand's health advisory committee greenlights kidney transplant procedures at Rims and Raj Hospital in Ranchi, offering relief to patients. Learn about the state's new healthcare initiative.
Delhi High Court demands answers from Health Secretary over missing radiological services in government hospitals. Court orders detailed report on functional MRI, CT scan facilities. Read the full story.
Andhra Pradesh achieves a milestone with 1,454 government hospitals securing NQAS certification, led by East Godavari. Health Minister Satya Kumar Yadav announced the achievement, highlighting a significant jump from the previous term.
Torrent Group enters hospital business with a Rs 750 crore, 500-bed multispecialty facility on Ahmedabad's SP Ring Road, creating 2,400 jobs. Read about Gujarat's healthcare expansion.
Punjab govt rationalises specialist doctor deployment for VVIP duties, ending a practice that diverted crucial staff from hospitals. New rules ensure protocol without disrupting public healthcare.
Rajasthan's Medical Education Dept partners with RCDF to build Saras food courts in hospital campuses, addressing dining woes for staff, patients & attendants. Read more.
Jharkhand DGP Tadasha Mishra commended the Jharkhand Armed Police-1 battalion for its crucial role in fighting extremism. She also addressed accommodation issues and inaugurated the Anand Mela fair.
Major private hospitals in Kolkata are expanding, adding 1,300 new beds by 2026. Upgrades include advanced cancer care, transplant units, and affordable treatment options. Read more.
Punjab government initiates ICU training for PCMS doctors to enhance critical care in state hospitals. Programme starts February 1, focusing on life-support and emergency management.
Delhi High Court criticizes significant delays in implementing crucial IT systems in government hospitals, citing patient care risks. Read the full story on the court's directives.
JJ Hospital's dean requests BMC to exempt 134 medical staff from election duty, warning of severe impact on patient services and medical admissions. Read the full story.
Odisha faces a severe healthcare manpower crisis with 1 doctor per 1,735 people, leading to strikes, patient suffering, and high court scrutiny. Read about the govt's recruitment plan.
Discover the meticulous process of human milk collection, screening, and pasteurization at Karnataka's government hospitals. Learn how donor milk saves vulnerable infants' lives.
Jaipur's health department mandates Aadhaar or Jan Aadhaar for patient registration at government hospitals. The move aims to streamline records but raises access concerns. Learn the details and implications.
Doctors in Odisha continue their one-hour OPD strike, impacting patients across state hospitals. The state forms a committee to address demands for pay parity and DACP. Read more.
Punjab health department directs civil surgeons to recruit private & retired specialists to bridge critical gaps in govt hospitals. New scheme offers fixed fees per patient. Details inside.
As Jharkhand bids farewell to 2025, we recap its landmark year: PESA Rules approval, national awards in arts & sports, infrastructural boosts, and global recognitions that made the state proud. Discover the 25 key milestones.
Jharkhand's 2025 health overhaul: 100 new MBBS seats approved, RIMS second campus, 6 new medical colleges & state's first medical university planned. Read about the major push to fix healthcare infrastructure.
A probe into PBM Hospital in Bikaner confirms a 75-year-old woman was given the wrong blood type. This is the 5th such incident in Rajasthan govt hospitals in two years. Read about the accountability concerns.
Jharkhand govt partners with Bank of India to provide comprehensive insurance, including Rs 2 crore air accident cover, to regular & contractual employees and pensioners. A step towards financial security.
RML Hospital & Lady Hardinge face severe faculty shortages, crippling key departments. Discover how this impacts patient care and why recruitment lags. Read the full RTI report.