June 28, 2026 11:36 AM

Health Ministry Proposes Faster Licensing Process for Medical Devices

The Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has proposed amendments to the Medical Devices Rules, 2017, aimed at streamlining the licensing process for medical device manufacturers by reducing approval timelines while maintaining quality, safety and performance standards. According to a draft notification published in the Official Gazette, the proposed amendments seek to simplify regulatory procedures, improve efficiency and enhance the ease of doing business in the medical devices sector. ...

April 29, 2026 4:35 PM

J. P. Nadda to Inaugurate 10th National Summit on Public Health Innovations in Chandigarh

Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, will organise the 10th National Summit on Good and Replicable Practices and Innovations in Public Health Systems at Chandigarh from April 30 to May 1, 2026. The Summit will be inaugurated by the Union Minister of Health & Family Welfare J.P. Nadda in August presence of Nayab Singh Saini, Chief Minister of Haryana, and Arti Singh Rao, State Health & Family Welfare Minister.  The event will also witness participation from...