India Extends Health Support to Afghanistan with BCG Vaccine Shipment
Apr 14 (BNP): India has sent a large consignment of BCG vaccines to Afghanistan, reinforcing its support for public health and child immunisation programmes in the neighbouring country. The shipment, weighing around 13 tonnes, is aimed at strengthening…
India Pharma 2026 Highlights Shift Towards Innovation in Pharmaceutical Sector
Apr 14 (BNP): The 9th edition of India Pharma 2026 began in New Delhi, bringing together policymakers, industry leaders, and global stakeholders to discuss the future of India’s pharmaceutical industry. The two-day conference, organised by the…
98 km in 85 minutes: Live heart transported through green corridor from Rohtak to Delhi
New Delhi, Apr 11th: In a remarkable display of medical coordination and rapid response, a donor heart was transported via a green corridor from PGIMS Rohtak to Fortis Escorts, Okhla, New Delhi,…
PFRDA Integrates Healthcare Benefits with NPS Through Swasthya Initiative
The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has introduced a new healthcare-linked facility under ‘NPS Swasthya’, aimed at combining retirement savings with medical support for subscribers. Under this initiative, eligible…
World Homoeopathy Day 2026: India Emphasises Homoeopathy for Sustainable Health
New Delhi, Apr 10 (BNP): World Homoeopathy Day is being observed on April 10, commemorating the birth anniversary of Dr. Samuel Hahnemann, the German physician who founded homoeopathy in the late 18th century. This year’s theme, “Homoeopathy…
‘Poshan Pakhwada 2026’ to Boost Early Childhood Brain Development
New Delhi, Apr 9 (BNP): The government has announced that the 2026 edition of Poshan Pakhwada will focus on enhancing brain development in children during the crucial first six years of life. This initiative aims to raise awareness about nutrition,…
From Metro Hubs to Every Home: India’s Healthcare Transformation
Apr 8: For decades, seeking world-class medical care in India often meant traveling to New Delhi — a journey that was not just expensive, but emotionally and physically draining for millions of families. Today, that reality is steadily…
AIIMS Delhi Introduces Virtual Reality Facility to Enhance Medical Training
All India Institute of Medical Sciences Delhi has introduced a state-of-the-art virtual reality (VR) training centre aimed at enhancing medical education and clinical training for students. The new facility uses immersive VR technology to simulate…
Former Vice President Venkaiah Naidu to Inaugurate 10th Edition of CAHOCON 2026 in Chennai
Chennai, Apr 06: Shri M. Venkaiah Naidu, former Vice President of India, is set to inaugurate the 10th edition of CAHOCON 2026, India’s premier healthcare quality conference organized by the Consortium of Accredited Healthcare Organizations (CAHO),…
New Reform Bill to Simplify Rules and Support Growth in Healthcare Sector
New Delhi: The Jan Vishwas Bill is expected to bring significant relief to India’s healthcare ecosystem by reducing regulatory pressure and encouraging smoother operations across the sector, according to the Ministry. The Bill focuses on…