a global leader in next generation digital services and consulting, has completed the acquisition of Optimum Healthcare IT, a US based healthcare digital transformation and consulting firm, for approximately $465 million in an all cash transaction. The acquisition strengthens Infosys’ healthcare and life sciences portfolio
The Nizam's Institute of Medical Sciences (NIMS), Hyderabad, has announced a strategic collaboration with the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru, to integrate Artificial Intelligence into advanced diagnostics, patient care, and precision medicine applications. The initiative is aimed at strengthening clinical decision making through data
In a recent climatic shift, the Rising Heatwave Health Advisory 2026 has published Nationwide Alert to reduce heat related illnesses, prevent fatalities, and strengthen preparedness across India as extreme summer temperatures intensify. The advisory aims to ensure coordinated action between central and state health departments, improve
The National Health Authority (NHA), under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, will host the grand finale and showcase of the AB PM-JAY Auto-Adjudication Hackathon 2026 on May 8 9 at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru, in collaboration with the IndiaAI Mission
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has launched the upgraded Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram (RBSK 2.0), introducing Digital Health Cards for children aged 0–18 years to strengthen early detection, continuous monitoring, and integrated healthcare delivery across India. The initiative is aligned with the government’s
Shuvankar Pramanick has been appointed as the Chief Information Officer (CIO) at Woodlands Multispeciality Hospital, marking a significant step in the hospital’s ongoing digital transformation journey. The appointment underscores the growing importance of technology leadership in enhancing clinical efficiency, patient experience, and data driven healthcare
Narendra Modi has announced plans to fast track the implementation of Ayushman Bharat in West Bengal following the recent electoral victory, signaling a renewed push to expand access to affordable healthcare in the state. The Prime Minister emphasized that the accelerated rollout will enable eligible beneficiaries
Aimed at supporting the growing number of Indian pharmacists aspiring to build careers abroad. The move marks a strategic step toward supporting Indian pharmacy graduates & professionals aiming to build careers abroad, particularly in countries like Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, & the Middle East. The Hyderabad
India and Japan reinforced their bilateral healthcare collaboration at the 3rd Joint Committee Meeting (JCM) on Healthcare held at Bharat Mandapam. The meeting, held under the India Japan Memorandum of Cooperation in Healthcare and Wellness, was co chaired by Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda
Sankara Eye Hospital, Hyderabad, successfully organized the “CSSD 360 – Standardize, Sterilise, Safeguard” workshop, underscoring the critical role of the Central Sterile Supply Department (CSSD) in ensuring patient safety and preventing healthcare associated infections. The program was conducted by Sankara Eye Hospital under the guidance of Dr. Sai Shruthi,
