Global consumer healthcare company Haleon has announced plans to establish a new manufacturing facility in Madhya Pradesh with an investment of approximately ₹2,000 crore, marking one of the largest investments in India's consumer healthcare manufacturing sector in recent years. The proposed facility is expected to strengthen
A growing shortage of critical chemotherapy medicines is beginning to impact cancer treatment across India, with hospitals reporting dwindling inventories and patients struggling to access life-saving drugs. Oncologists and healthcare providers have warned that prolonged supply disruptions could affect treatment schedules and potentially compromise outcomes
Apollo Hospitals has announced the appointment of Rahul Pasumarthy as Vice President, Apollo International, reinforcing its leadership team as the healthcare major continues to expand its international healthcare footprint and strengthen global patient services. In his new role, Pasumarthy will focus on advancing Apollo's international business
Yatharth Super Speciality Hospitals has announced the appointment of Dr. Prahlad Agrawal as Chief Operating Officer (COO) at its Noida Extension facility, reinforcing the hospital network's leadership team as it continues to expand its healthcare services and operational capabilities. In his new role, Dr. Agrawal will
In a landmark development for India's healthcare landscape, West Bengal has officially become the 36th State/Union Territory to implement the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY) following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the National Health Authority (NHA) and
India's relief from scorching summer temperatures may become increasingly short lived as climate change intensifies heat and humidity during the monsoon season, according to a new study. Researchers warn that rising temperatures combined with high moisture levels could significantly increase the risk of dangerous heat
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the newly developed Namo Hospital in Daman, underscoring the government's commitment to strengthening healthcare infrastructure and accelerating the adoption of digital health services across India. During the inauguration, the Prime Minister highlighted several flagship healthcare initiatives, including Ayushman Arogya Mandirs and
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
The National Health Authority (NHA) has initiated discussions with philanthropic and charitable hospitals across the country to explore their integration into the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) and encourage greater participation in the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY). During the interaction, NHA
WHO, in collaboration with the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC), has announced a $518 million emergency response plan to combat the ongoing Ebola outbreak and strengthen preparedness efforts across affected regions. Announcing the initiative, WHO Director General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said
