The Andhra Pradesh MedTech Zone (AMTZ) today launched the MedTech Hackathon 2026, “Hack Health: Innovate to Heal,” bringing together startups, innovators, clinicians, and industry leaders to rapidly develop technology driven solutions for pressing healthcare challenges. Scheduled from April 4 to April 7, 2026, the hackathon opened
In a significant move to strengthen patient care and improve treatment outcomes, the Government of Karnataka has introduced an AI-based monitoring system to enhance the delivery and quality of dialysis services across the state. The initiative aims to ensure real time tracking, better clinical oversight,
Researchers at the Indraprastha Institute of Information Technology (IIIT-Delhi) have developed and deployed an artificial intelligence (AI)-based tool aimed at accelerating drug discovery for the treatment of pneumonia, marking a significant advancement at the intersection of healthcare and computational science. The AI driven platform is designed
Decade long training initiative focuses on improving early diagnosis and decision making in emergency care ~ Fortis Hospital, Mulund successfully conducted the 10 th edition of its “Point of Care Ultrasound (POCUS) in Emergency Medicine” workshop, marking a decade of focused training in the use of bedside ultrasound in
Dr Abhilasha Narayan Consultant Gynae-oncology, robotic and laparoscopic surgery, HCG Cancer Hospital, Bangalore In India, women often brush off symptoms like bloating and pelvic discomfort, assuming they are caused by common issues like indigestion or menstrual changes. This can result in a delayed diagnosis of ovarian cancer, a disease
The Focus will be on awareness, early treatment, and nationwide collaboration to reduce stroke burden Stroke remains one of the leading causes of death and disability in India, yet it is both preventable and treatable when recognised early. With Dr. Vikram Huded elected as the President
Gaudium IVF, an innovation leader and a pioneering force in India’s fertility healthcare sector, has introduced artificial intelligence (AI)-led infertility treatment, marking yet another industry first just one month after becoming India’s first publicly listed IVF chain. The development involves the integration of advanced AI driven
In a strategic move to expand access to advanced healthcare in North India, Medanta The Medicity has announced plans to establish a state-of-the-art 400-bed multi-specialty hospital in Varanasi, with a planned investment of approximately ₹550 crore. The upcoming facility is aimed at addressing the growing
In a significant boost to the state’s healthcare workforce, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath distributed appointment letters to 1,228 newly recruited nursing officers at a formal ceremony held in Lucknow. Notably, nearly 90% of the newly appointed nursing officers are women, highlighting a strong representation of women
Conclave spotlights protocol alignment, KPI-led IVF lab monitoring, and stronger male-factor integration as infertility care scales up in India Milann Fertility & Birthing Hospital brought together 350+ fertility specialists, clinicians, embryologists and academicians at the Comprehensive Fertility Conclave (CFC) 2026 in Bengaluru, calling for greater standardisation
