Healthcare

June 9, 2025 11:44 PM

Northeast charts 11-year journey of human-centric development

Northeast India has emerged as a model of inclusive and sustainable development over the past 11 years, with remarkable progress in agriculture, healthcare, literacy, and social empowerment. Between 2014 and 2025, targeted government schemes and grassroots participation have helped bridge the development gap between the Northeast and the rest of the country. Sikkim led the charge by becoming the world’s first 100% organic state. Building on its success, the central government launched the Mis...

June 5, 2025 5:24 PM

A decade of change: healthcare access improves for millions in the middle class

Over the past eleven years, India’s healthcare landscape has undergone a steady transformation that, while less visible than other reforms, has significantly altered how millions of middle-class families access and afford medical care. Through a mix of public schemes and a robust digital infrastructure, the Government has worked to ensure that quality healthcare is no longer out of reach for those who once struggled with soaring costs and bureaucratic delays. The shift has been particular...

April 11, 2025 12:09 PM

PM Modi calls PM-JAY rollout in Delhi a ‘revolutionary step’ for healthcare

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday lauded the launch of the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Aarogya Yojana (PM-JAY) in Delhi, calling it a “revolutionary step” in strengthening the capital's healthcare system — a move made possible, he said, by the “double-engine” BJP government. In a post on X, PM Modi wrote: “A revolutionary step related to Delhi’s health sector! This mission of the double-engine government is going to be extremely beneficial for lakhs of my brothers and ...

February 27, 2025 11:22 PM

PM Modi reviews Ayush sector, calls for strategic interventions to maximize its potential

Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a high-level meeting on Thursday to review the progress of the Ayush sector, emphasizing the need for strategic interventions to harness its full potential in healthcare, traditional knowledge preservation, and global expansion. Since the establishment of the Ministry of Ayush in 2014, the Prime Minister has envisioned a clear roadmap for its development, recognizing its vast potential in holistic well-being and preventive healthcare. During the review, he s...

February 25, 2025 4:47 PM

President Murmu highlights Patna Medical College’s role in Bihar’s healthcare at centenary celebration

President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday participated in the centenary celebration of Patna Medical College (PMCH), emphasising the institution’s significance as one of Bihar’s most valuable heritages. During her address, she acknowledged the institution's rich legacy and praised its evolution toward modernity. She remarked that PMCH was once among the top hospitals in Asia, with its alumni making notable contributions both domestically and internationally through their talent and dedication. Pr...

February 6, 2025 2:38 PM

Indian corporate healthcare sector likely to deliver 15 percent growth in FY26: report

The Indian corporate healthcare sector is likely to witness around 15 percent surge (year-on-year) in sales over FY25-FY26, primarily led by growth in average revenue per occupied bed (ARPOB) and new bed additions, according to a report on Thursday. India Ratings and Research (Ind-Ra) maintained a neutral outlook for the corporate healthcare sector for FY26, supported by continued robust demand, sustained improvement in profitability, and calibrated enhancement in capacity expansions, which tog...

December 30, 2024 8:10 PM

AIIMS Delhi investing over Rs 300 crore to develop digital infra, AI: Director

With artificial intelligence (AI) reshaping healthcare at an unprecedented pace, the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, is investing over Rs 300 crore in developing digital infrastructure, said Director Dr. M. Srinivas. He shared this during a meeting in the national capital, which focused on the transformative potential of AI in revolutionising health awareness and empowering patient education. Leaders from healthcare, technology, and policy discussed how AI can bridg...

October 29, 2024 7:51 PM

PM Modi unveils Ayushman Vaya Vandana Card, free healthcare for all seniors above 70

In a significant step, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched the Ayushman Vaya Vandana Card under the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY). This expanded scheme offers free health coverage of up to ₹5 lakh annually for every citizen aged 70 years and above, irrespective of income or economic status. The initiative aims to provide dignified healthcare access to elderly citizens, many of whom have struggled with costly medical treatment. “This card ensures that el...