Study: Evidence for Medical Cannabis Benefits Often Weak
A major review of 15 years of research finds weak evidence for medical cannabis benefits, with nearly 30% of patients meeting criteria for cannabis use disorder. Read the details.
A major review of 15 years of research finds weak evidence for medical cannabis benefits, with nearly 30% of patients meeting criteria for cannabis use disorder. Read the details.
Despite state govt promises, medical colleges in Rajsamand, Jalore & Pratapgarh remain on paper. Officials cite regional imbalance as new colleges open elsewhere. Read the full story.
The National Medical Commission sanctions 36 additional PG medical seats across five new colleges in Andhra Pradesh, significantly enhancing specialist healthcare training. Learn how this impacts medical education.
Orissa High Court reprimands OSMCL for lacking emergency medical procurement. MD ordered to appear on Dec 11 over delays at SCB Medical College. Read the full story.
Neemuch Police uncovers a large-scale illegal cannabis plantation on government land in Shivpuriya Chakkiwala village, seizing over 3 quintals of plants. An organised network is suspected.
Khargone police recover 278 cannabis plants worth Rs 10 lakh from three farms in Maheshwar. SP Ravindra Verma details the operation. Read the full story.
Supreme Court mandates 3-month pro bono rural service for 95 PG medical students admitted irregularly in 2017-18. 18 meritorious students get ₹15 lakh+ compensation each. Full details inside.
Supreme Court mandates 95 PG medical students from Puducherry private colleges to complete 3-month pro bono rural service for degrees. 18 students get ₹15 lakh+ compensation for lost seats in 2017-18. Full details inside.
Jharkhand health department greenlights major expansion of SNMMCH Dhanbad & MGMMCH Jamshedpur. MBBS seats to rise, new infrastructure planned. Read for details.
Mumbai airport customs officials seized over 25 kg of high-grade hydroponic cannabis in two major busts, arresting nine passengers from Bangkok. Details on the NDPS Act arrests and other smuggling cases inside.
DRI intercepts 3 passengers from Thailand at Lucknow airport, seizing 12.7 kg of hydroponic cannabis. Total narcotics seized at airport crosses 75 kg in six months. Read more.
Gujarat Police's SMC seized 200kg of cannabis plants in a Botad farm raid, arresting one and identifying three wanted suspects. The contraband was valued at nearly Rs 1 crore. Read the full details.
Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences cancels admission of first-year MBBS student after probe confirms fraudulent SC certificate. Two similar cases detected in Daltonganj. Read the full investigation details.
Mike Tyson opens up on podcast about his deep cannabis connection, a $40,000 monthly habit, and why his family begged him to start smoking again after a 5-day break.
WHO officially recognises 'scromiting' or Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS), a severe condition linked to long-term cannabis use causing a surge in emergency room visits. Learn the risks.
Surat police recover 8.88kg of hydroponic cannabis worth Rs 3.11 crore from a flyer from Thailand. The accused, a seasoned smuggler, faces further investigation. Read the full story.
An Andhra Pradesh court sentenced four men to 10 years rigorous imprisonment for smuggling 140 kg of marijuana. The 2015 case highlights crackdown on drug trade. Read the full details.
Gujarat's PG medical admission first round sees 2,119 students allotted seats. 254 seats remain vacant. Fee payment deadline is Dec 5. Read for details on new seats and next steps.
Veteran actor Anupam Kher reveals his unsettling early encounters with marijuana and bhang, describing intense fear and distorted perception. Expert explains the science behind such reactions.
Anupam Kher reveals his unsettling first experiences with marijuana and bhang, describing intense fear and distorted perception. Experts explain the science behind such reactions. Read more.
Police in Dhar's Kaneri village seized 57 cannabis plants weighing 140 kg from a farm. The accused farmer fled. Discover more about this major drug bust.
National Medical Commission approves 418 additional PG seats in Tamil Nadu's private medical colleges. New seats include anaesthesiology, general medicine & surgery. State aims to add seats in second counselling round.
Andhra Pradesh police arrest 9, seize 840kg ganja worth ₹3 crore in major drug bust operations. Multiple arrests made as interstate smuggling ring uncovered. Read more.
Veteran actor Anupam Kher reveals his hilarious experiences with marijuana and bhang during NSD days, vowing never to try drugs again after feeling he had 'gone crazy'.
A Vizianagaram court sentenced five individuals to 18 months of rigorous imprisonment and a fine for trading 8kg of dry cannabis. Read the full details of the NDPS Act conviction.
Nashik ANTF and Dhule police confiscated cannabis plants worth ₹1.02 crore from Shirpur forest near MP border. Seven arrested for illegal cultivation. Read details.
RGIA Hyderabad becomes frontline in India's fight against hydroponic cannabis smuggling from Southeast Asia. Discover how smugglers are targeting air travelers.
National Medical Commission admits having no exact data on hospitals with 220-499 beds despite new residency rules. Medical students face uncertainty about career planning. Learn more about this regulatory gap.
Sajad Lone accuses BJP of communalizing medical education after party MLA seeks reservations for Hindus in medical colleges. Read the full controversy details.
J&K politician Sajad Lone alleges BJP communalizing medical college admissions. Controversy erupts over selection lists in Jammu & Kashmir institutions. Read full details.