A recent study by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has revealed that a large section of India’s population continues to consume cereals far beyond recommended levels while neglecting other essential food groups such as fruits, vegetables, pulses, proteins, and dairy products. According to the
“Poised for Takeoff: MedTech in India” report launched at the national policy platform attended by over 450 delegates and 70+ eminent speakers from government, industry, research institutions, and healthcare ecosystems The 3rd Edition of MedTech Policy Mahotsav 2026, organized by Global MedTech Advocacy & Advisory Forum
New Delhi,: In a significant step towards enhancing digital healthcare delivery, India has launched a mobile application developed by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) to improve healthcare access, data integration, and service efficiency across the country. The newly introduced app is designed to support
The conference saw participation from more than 1900 individuals, with over 285 eminent speakers sharing their experiences The Indian Society for Clinical Research (ISCR), an association of clinical research professionals, successfully hosted its 19th Annual Conference bringing together more than 1900 individuals and 285 eminent speakers to explore how digital
As India faces an alarming surge in cancer incidence, Gleneagles Hospital, Parel, Mumbai, has unveiled the Institute of Onco-Science, a comprehensive and fully coordinated cancer care centre designed to offer patients faster diagnosis, multi-specialty expertise, and advanced treatment under one integrated roof. Cancer is rapidly becoming one
Dr. Bhawna Attri Consultant – Endocrinology Department : Endocrinology & Diabetes, Paediatric Endocrinology Diabetes is a chronic metabolic disorder in which the body cannot regulate blood glucose (sugar) properly. Glucose is the body’s primary source of energy, and its levels are controlled by a hormone called insulin, produced
National Health Authority (NHA) has renewed its Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Department of Health Research (DHR) and the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) to promote evidence-based healthcare delivery under the flagship health programs Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) and
In a landmark step to strengthen India’s public health resilience, the Union Government has announced the launch of a ₹383 crore National Mission to Combat Zoonotic Diseases, aimed at tackling infections that spread between animals and humans. The mission, set to be rolled out under the
In a significant medical advancement, researchers at a Gurugram-based institute have reported a major breakthrough in the treatment of children suffering from Sickle Cell Disease (SCD), a genetic blood disorder that affects the shape and function of red blood cells. The institute’s clinical research team has
The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has called for strategic partnerships with the pharmaceutical and biotech industry to develop indigenous therapies and vaccines against the Nipah virus, a highly fatal zoonotic infection that poses recurring public health threats in India. The initiative aims to strengthen
