India must focus on quality, competence and AI-Ready doctors: Experts

August 20, 2026 3:38 PM

India must focus on quality, competence and AI-Ready doctors: Experts

India’s medical education system must move beyond expanding the number of medical colleges and seats to focus on quality, competency, faculty development and responsible use of artificial intelligence, experts said at the 2nd ICC Medical Education Forum organised by the Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) in association with the Medical Students Association of India (MSAI). Addressing the forum as Guest of Honour, Dr Abhijat Chandrakant Seth, Chairperson of the National Medical Commission (NMC),...

Indian scientists develop ‘smart’ cancer drug that targets tumour cells while sparing healthy cells

August 19, 2026 9:14 PM

Indian scientists develop ‘smart’ cancer drug that targets tumour cells while sparing healthy cells

Scientists in India have developed a new “smart” cancer drug designed to activate primarily inside cancer cells, potentially offering a more targeted alternative to conventional chemotherapy that can also damage healthy cells. The drug, named RK-251, has been developed through collaborative research led by Dr. Asis Bala of the Institute of Advanced Study in Science and Technology (IASST), an autonomous institute under the Department of Science and Technology, and Dr. K.P. Bhabak of the Indi...

National Workshop on Anemia Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan focuses on testing, treatment and digital tracking

August 13, 2026 7:08 PM

National Workshop on Anemia Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan focuses on testing, treatment and digital tracking

The Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) on Wednesday concluded a two-day national workshop on the Anemia Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (AMB), bringing together more than 160 representatives from all States and Union Territories along with officials from several Union ministries, experts and development partners. Held in New Delhi on August 12–13, the workshop focused on strengthening implementation of the revised AMB framework and translating the 7×7×7 strategy into effective action ...

Sowa-Rigpa should emerge as a globally recognised evidence-based healthcare system: Prataprao Jadhav

August 8, 2026 12:07 AM

Sowa-Rigpa should emerge as a globally recognised evidence-based healthcare system: Prataprao Jadhav

Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Ayush and Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare Prataprao Jadhav on Friday called for positioning Sowa-Rigpa, the ancient Himalayan system of medicine, as a globally recognised evidence-based healthcare system by strengthening scientific research, academic excellence and institutional development. Chairing the second Governing Body Meeting of the National Institute of Sowa-Rigpa (NISR) in New Delhi, the minister outlined a long-term roa...

Mission Poshan 2.0 strengthens nutrition delivery for children, mothers through digital monitoring and community outreach

July 24, 2026 3:40 PM

Mission Poshan 2.0 strengthens nutrition delivery for children, mothers through digital monitoring and community outreach

The Ministry of Women and Child Development is implementing Mission Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0 to improve nutritional outcomes among children below six years of age through a comprehensive approach that combines supplementary nutrition, digital monitoring, community participation and behavioural change. The Centrally Sponsored Mission, launched by integrating Anganwadi Services, Poshan Abhiyaan and the Scheme for Adolescent Girls in Aspirational Districts and the North-Eastern region, cov...

Vice President Radhakrishnan inaugurates GKNM College of Nursing, calls for stronger healthcare workforce to achieve Viksit Bharat

July 23, 2026 9:52 AM

Vice President Radhakrishnan inaugurates GKNM College of Nursing, calls for stronger healthcare workforce to achieve Viksit Bharat

Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan on Wednesday called for strengthening India's healthcare workforce through skilled, compassionate and service-oriented professionals, saying quality healthcare and education are essential pillars for achieving the vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047. Speaking after inaugurating the GKNM Group College of Nursing in Coimbatore, the Vice-President said the country's journey towards becoming a developed nation would require sustained efforts to improve healthcare deli...

Jitendra Singh calls for nationwide movement against cancer, diabetes and obesity; stresses early detection and scientific awareness

July 19, 2026 4:16 PM

Jitendra Singh calls for nationwide movement against cancer, diabetes and obesity; stresses early detection and scientific awareness

Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh on Sunday called for a nationwide people's movement against cancer, diabetes, obesity and other lifestyle diseases, stressing that India's response to the growing burden of non-communicable diseases must extend beyond hospitals and focus on prevention, early detection and evidence-based healthcare. Speaking at the launch of UNBROKEN: My Battle with Cancer and the Will to Lead, authored by cancer survivor and former Senior Adviser in the Department of Science an...

Health Ministry launches monthly NHM webinar series to promote innovation in public healthcare

July 11, 2026 6:40 PM

Health Ministry launches monthly NHM webinar series to promote innovation in public healthcare

The Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) on Saturday launched a monthly webinar series on best practices under the National Health Mission (NHM) to promote innovation, facilitate knowledge sharing among States and Union Territories, and strengthen public health systems across the country. Launched on the occasion of World Population Day 2026, the initiative is designed as a year-round platform for documenting, sharing and replicating successful healthcare innovations. It aims to ...

J.P. Nadda to launch SUMAN Roadmap 2030, new national ambulance guidelines to strengthen maternal and emergency healthcare

June 29, 2026 11:42 AM

J.P. Nadda to launch SUMAN Roadmap 2030, new national ambulance guidelines to strengthen maternal and emergency healthcare

Union Health and Family Welfare Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda will unveil the SUMAN Roadmap 2030 and the Operational Guidelines on National Ambulance Services (NAS), 2026 on Monday during the 16th Conference of the Central Council of Health and Family Welfare (CCHFW), marking a major push to improve maternal, newborn and emergency healthcare services across India. The SUMAN Roadmap 2030 has been designed as a comprehensive national strategy to accelerate progress toward the Sustainable Developme...

India’s health transformation: How 12 years of reform reshaped healthcare and expanded access for millions

June 8, 2026 1:57 PM

India’s health transformation: How 12 years of reform reshaped healthcare and expanded access for millions

India's healthcare sector has undergone a sweeping transformation over the past 12 years, driven by large-scale investments in public health infrastructure, health insurance, digital healthcare, medical education and disease control programmes. The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) said these reforms have strengthened healthcare delivery across the country and accelerated India's progress toward universal health coverage. From the rollout of the world's largest publicly funded healt...