New Delhi, : The National Medical Commission (NMC) has proposed granting nationwide practice rights to armed forces doctors, a move aimed at enhancing healthcare accessibility and workforce mobility across India. The proposal seeks to enable medical professionals serving in the Army, Navy, and Air Force to
New Delhi, : India is positioning itself to become a global leader in the pharmaceutical sector, with a strong focus on biosimilars, innovation, and advanced drug development, Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare Jagat Prakash Nadda said. Highlighting the country’s evolving pharmaceutical landscape, the minister
The Association of Indian Medical Device Industry has raised concerns over the government’s draft notification on medical device testing fees and labelling norms. AiMeD’s Forum Coordinator Rajiv Nath said that capping testing fees without consulting National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories-accredited labs could affect
New Delhi, : On the occasion of World Health Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed the government’s commitment to building a healthier and more resilient India, emphasizing the importance of preventive care, wellness, and accessible healthcare for all citizens. In his message, the Prime Minister underscored
New Delhi, : A recent regulatory change under the Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY) has sparked concern across the healthcare community, as new eligibility criteria are set to restrict several cancer specialists from treating patients under the scheme. The move is expected to impact
New Delhi, : In a significant step towards improving the regulatory environment for India’s medical devices sector, NITI Aayog and the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) have initiated measures to decriminalise minor offences and rationalise penalties under existing regulatory frameworks. The
New Delhi, : In a significant reform aimed at improving ease of doing business and reducing regulatory burden, the Government of India has advanced the Jan Vishwas Bill, which seeks to rationalise compliance requirements and decriminalise minor offences across sectors, including healthcare. The move is
New Delhi, : In a timely intervention to ease pressure on critical healthcare supply chains, the Government of India has announced customs duty relief measures for the pharmaceutical and medical technology (MedTech) sectors, aiming to address ongoing supply constraints and rising input costs. The move is
Jaipur, March 29, 2026: HOSMAC, Asia’s leading hospital planning, design, and management consultancy, successfully hosted the 7th edition of its flagship Thought Leadership Summit (TLS) on March 28, 2026, at the Marriott Hotel, Jaipur. This year’s summit brought together around 150 delegates, including hospital owners,
New Delhi, : The Committee on Petitions, Rajya Sabha, in its 164th Report, has called for the development of an efficient and transparent regulatory mechanism to address the issue of exorbitant pricing of cardiac stents and other medical devices in India. The report, presented in
