The West Bengal government has allocated ₹3,100 crore in the 2026 State Budget for the implementation of the Ayushman Bharat-Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY), marking the state's first formal rollout of the Centre's flagship health assurance scheme. The announcement was made by Finance Minister
Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari has said that India's healthcare sector has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past decade under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, driven by a strong commitment to making quality healthcare accessible and affordable for
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 14th June 2026 highlighted India's healthcare achievements over the past 12 years, stating that the country has made significant progress in making quality healthcare more affordable and accessible for all citizens through a series of flagship initiatives and reforms. In a
Average Out of Pocket Spending in Government Hospitals Stands at Just ₹2,496 compared to national average of ₹6,631.Odisha has emerged as one of the most affordable states in India for hospital treatment, with patients spending significantly less on healthcare than the national average, according to
A new Australian study has shed light on why walking tends to become slower, less efficient, and more tiring as people age, revealing that the body increasingly prioritizes stability over energy efficiency in an effort to reduce the risk of falls. The research, led by Flinders
Chandigarh Punjab's flagship Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna has crossed a major healthcare milestone, with 3.79 lakh patients receiving cashless treatment worth ₹654 crore since the scheme's launch earlier this year, Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann announced. Launched in January 2026, the scheme provides free and cashless medical
Philanthropist and co-founder of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, *Bill Gates*, has praised India for its remarkable strides in building an affordable and accessible healthcare ecosystem. Gates lauded India’s role in innovating cost-effective medical solutions, expanding healthcare access, and supporting global health equity during
Dr. Sushma Gopalan, Child Psychologist - Child Life Specialist, Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore Schizophrenia is a severe mental health disorder that affects an individual's perception of reality, emotions, and behavior. While it is commonly diagnosed in late adolescence or early adulthood, it can also occur in
In a significant development for senior citizens in India, the Ayushman Bharat-Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) is set to expand its coverage to include treatments for chronic illnesses commonly affecting the elderly, such as Alzheimer's, dementia, heart failure, and other serious conditions. Currently, the
Revolutionary technology will further boost OneSource’s scientific services offerings OneSource Specialty Pharma Limited, associate company of Strides and India’s first specialty pharma pure-play CDMO (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization) has entered into a strategic licensing agreement with Bhami’s Research Laboratory (BRL). This partnership will provide OneSource
