State-led initiative to build a reference genome database for tribal communities—pioneering personalized healthcare and genetic researchIn a historic move, the Gujarat government has unveiled India’s first state‑level Tribal Genome Sequencing Project, aimed at enhancing healthcare outcomes among tribal populations by creating a dedicated genomic database.
Urges state governments to initiate public awareness campaigns to promote healthy dietary practicesIn a move aimed at promoting public health and nutritional awareness, the Ministry of Women and Child Development (WCD) has issued an advisory to all states and union territories cautioning against the excessive
Dr. Praveen Gupta appointed as Chairman of MAIINS, heading the neurology department in Gurugram hospitalMarengo Asia Hospitals today announced the launch of the Marengo Asia International Institute of Neuro & Spine (MAIINS) in Gurugram, marking a pioneering step in transforming neuroscience and spine care. The hospital has
The Delhi Government today announced the inauguration of 34 new Ayushman Arogya Mandirs (AAMs) next week, marking a major expansion of the city’s primary healthcare infrastructure. This follows the launch of 33 AAMs and 17 Jan Aushadhi Kendras across the capital on 17 June 2025,
By Dr. Sumol Ratna, Assistant Professor, Department of Medicine, NIIMS Medical College & Hospital In our present times, when everything is on a fast track, health is often given second priority in favor of deadlines, routines, and responsibilities. Many people ignore regular health checks, assuming
One of the most engaging highlights at India Health 2025 was the thought-provoking session on “Building the Smart Hospital for the Decade”, which brought together a multidisciplinary panel of experts — from healthcare architects and clinicians to hospital promoters, technologists, and cyber-security professionals. The session
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Unveils Major Health Infrastructure Push Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced on July 14 that her government is redeveloping seven long-pending ICU hospitals—initiated during the COVID‑19 pandemic—into fully equipped super‑specialty centres. During the inauguration of Yatharth Super Speciality Hospital in Model Town,
Vice Admiral Arti Sarin Unveils Pilot Project at AFMC Commissioning Ceremony The Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS), led by Surgeon Vice Admiral Arti Sarin, Director General, has announced plans to deploy drones to deliver blood bags, lifesaving medicines, and medical supplies to remote and hilly areas, dramatically
Launches Community-Based Study and National Awareness Drive The Indian Council of Medical Research–National Institute of Epidemiology (ICMR-NIE) has raised a red flag on India's rising salt consumption, labeling it a “silent epidemic” with alarming implications for public health. According to recent data, urban Indians are consuming
Dr Milind Jambagi, Consultant Pediatric Intensivist and Head of PICU & Emergency Services at Ankura Hospital for Women and Children, has been named Global Chairperson of the World Federation of Pediatric Intensive & Critical Care Societies’ (WFPICCS) Education Committee, Ontario, marking a proud milestone for
