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...

Research suggests this daily habit can lower dementia risk by 35%

May 14, 2026 10:23 AM

Research suggests this daily habit can lower dementia risk by 35%

A huge long-term study found that drinking two to three cups of coffee a day was linked to a much lower risk of dementia, especially before age 75. Researchers say caffeine may help keep brain cells active while reducing inflammation and harmful plaque buildup associated with Alzheimer's disease. But more coffee wasn't better the protective effect appeared to level off after moderate intake. Scientists say your daily coffee habit may do more than give you an energy boost. New research suggests...

National Conference on Rare Diseases begins in Delhi, focus on innovation and early diagnosis

May 5, 2026 2:49 PM

National Conference on Rare Diseases begins in Delhi, focus on innovation and early diagnosis

The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) on Tuesday inaugurated a two-day National Conference on Rare Diseases, bringing together policymakers, researchers, clinicians, industry representatives and patient advocacy groups to strengthen India’s response to rare diseases. Addressing the inaugural session, Union Health Secretary Punya Salila Srivastava highlighted the need for innovation, early diagnosis and stronger collaboration among stakeholders to improve outcomes for patients. She...

India-New Zealand FTA opens global doors for Ayush systems, creates mobility pathways for wellness professionals

April 30, 2026 6:55 PM

India-New Zealand FTA opens global doors for Ayush systems, creates mobility pathways for wellness professionals

The newly concluded India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA) is set to give a major global push to India’s traditional medicine systems, placing Ayush systems at the centre of a new framework for international cooperation and market access. The agreement, signed by Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal and New Zealand’s Trade Minister Todd McClay, marks a significant step in expanding India’s wellness footprint globally while strengthening bilateral economic ties. A key h...

J.P. Nadda inaugurates 10th National Summit on public health innovations

April 30, 2026 6:52 PM

J.P. Nadda inaugurates 10th National Summit on public health innovations

Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda on Wednesday inaugurated the 10th National Summit on Innovation and Inclusivity: Best Practices Shaping India’s Health Future, unveiling a series of major initiatives aimed at strengthening India’s public healthcare system, while underscoring a significant milestone - zero median out-of-pocket expenditure for outpatient care in government health facilities. Addressing the summit, Nadda highlighted the government’s shift toward a holistic healthcar...

MP Cabinet approves Rs 18,000 crore package for agriculture, health, women empowerment

April 13, 2026 3:44 PM

MP Cabinet approves Rs 18,000 crore package for agriculture, health, women empowerment

The Madhya Pradesh Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, on Monday gave its nod to several landmark decisions involving more than Rs 18,000 crore to accelerate irrigation, farm mechanisation, women’s safety, rural development and healthcare in the state. In a key boost to agriculture, the Cabinet sanctioned Rs 286.26 crore for the Midwas Medium Irrigation Project in Sagar district. Once completed, the project will irrigate 7,200 hectares of farmland across 27 villages, directly bene...