In a major healthcare reform aimed at addressing the acute shortage of doctors and specialists in Ladakh, Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena on Monday approved a draft notification allowing all medical practitioners registered under the National Medical Register to practice in the Union Territory without requiring any additional approval or No Objection Certificate (NOC).
Several pharmacy associations across states have refused to join the AIOCD strike, ensuring continued medicine access despite protests over online pharmacy regulations.
A major healthcare facility is set to come up in the remote tribal belt of the Dharamjaigarh block in Raigarh district, where a 100-bed multi-speciality hospital will be established at Gawarghutori village to provide free medical services to economically weaker and tribal communities.
In his closing remarks, Nadda stated that the deliberations have imparted renewed momentum to the India-Japan health partnership and reaffirmed the shared commitment to deepen cooperation across key priority areas.
Over 70 private hospitals have joined hands with government facilities to support the initiative. Specialised mobile medical units equipped with mammography, X-ray, dental chairs, minor surgical setups and diagnostic services will be deployed to deliver care at workers’ doorsteps.
In an age when most of the world has shifted to keyboards and digital records, the simple act of writing by hand still carries profound consequences in India’s healthcare system.
The CM also inaugurated a District Early Intervention Centre at the Chacha Nehru Bal Chikitsalaya, which will provide timely screening and treatment for children with developmental challenges.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi Wednesday, highlighted several key decisions made by the Union Cabinet, aimed at boosting various sectors in the country.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi Tuesday marked the seventh anniversary of the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY), highlighting its revolutionary impact on India's public healthcare system.
These two MoUs comprise one with Pfizer Limited and another with ICICI Bank.
