NMC Withdraws MBBS Permission from J&K Medical College
NMC cancels MBBS course permission for Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute after surprise inspection reveals serious lapses. 50 students for 2025-26 to be shifted. Read the full report.
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Punjab Reforms VVIP Medical Duties to Stop Hospital Diversion
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.
Services PMI dips to 58.0 in Dec, job creation stalls
India's services sector expansion hit an 11-month low in December 2025 as new business growth slowed, HSBC PMI data shows. Job creation stalled, but optimism remains for 2026. Read the full analysis.
India Services Sector Growth Eases in December: PMI
India's services sector activity moderated in December 2025, with the HSBC PMI falling to 58.0. Growth was the slowest in nearly a year amid softer new business expansion. Read the full analysis.
MBBS Student in First Year for 10+ Years at Gorakhpur College
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.
MBBS student stuck in first year for 10 years, NMC help sought
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.
MBBS Student in First Year for 11 Years, College Seeks NMC Help
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 Doctors Oppose GO 229, Fear Bureaucratic Control
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.
Ranchi's Rims to Start Kidney Transplant Services
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.
Haveri Medical College Campus Inauguration on Jan 7
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.
India Eyes 25% Share in $100B Medical Tourism by 2030
As manufacturing and IT face headwinds, India's next growth engine could be medical tourism. With skilled doctors and cost advantage, India aims to capture 25-30% of the $100B global market by 2030. Discover the potential.
Govt Medical College Thiruvananthapuram Secures 26 University Ranks
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.
Gujarat MBBS admissions end, Rs 25 crore refund starts
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.
NMC Forms National Pool for Surprise Medical College Checks
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 to add 2 medical colleges, total state-run to reach 15
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.
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.
NMC Seeks Govt Medical Faculty for Inspection Pool
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.
Chhattisgarh teen wins PM Rashtriya Bal Puraskar for judo
A 14-year-old judo player from a Maoist-affected village in Chhattisgarh was honoured with the PM Rashtriya Bal Puraskar by President Droupadi Murmu. Read her inspiring journey of triumph.
BSNL Chennai Fire Disrupts Phone, Internet for 4 Days
A fire at Chennai's BSNL office has left key telecom circuits damaged, crippling phone and internet services across the city for four days, impacting emergency lines and daily life.
IMA's 100th All-India Medical Conference in Ahmedabad
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 Reviews MBBS Seat Increase After NMC Norms Relaxation
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.
Vets' Strike Halts Work at Mohali Animal Centres
Veterinarians in Mohali are on strike, demanding permanent jobs and better pay. Key animal healthcare centres are non-functional, impacting crucial services like vaccinations and treatment.
Punjab Govt Releases Rs 69 Cr for Medical College Facelift
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.
Chhattisgarh PG Medical 2025 First Round Seat Allotment Out
Chhattisgarh releases first-round PG medical seat allotment for 2025. The process proceeds despite an ongoing Supreme Court petition. Details inside.
2nd Round Gujarat MD/MS Admissions: 951 Seats Filled
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.
Bangladesh Suspends Delhi Visa Services, India Reopens 3 Centres
Bangladesh suspends consular services in Delhi citing security, as India reopens 3 visa centres for humanitarian needs. Tensions escalate over protests at diplomatic missions.
BMC Issues New Guidelines for Road Widening, Rehab in Mumbai
Mumbai's BMC revises rules for road widening & rehabilitation under DCPR 2034 to ensure transparency, stop selective demolitions, and improve traffic flow. Key changes explained.
Gurugram CMO Launches Mobile Medical Unit for Healthcare Access
Gurugram's Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Alka Singh, launches a mobile medical unit to provide free healthcare in remote villages. The initiative aims to bridge the urban-rural health gap with on-site diagnostics and treatment.
Nadda: Govt spends Rs 35 lakh per medical seat yearly
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.
San Francisco Blackout Affects 130,000 After Substation Fire
A major power outage plunged San Francisco neighbourhoods into darkness, affecting over 130,000 customers. Traffic chaos and holiday spirit dampened. Details inside.
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