PM Modi Lauds India's Surgical Robotics Innovation March 22, 2025 Sarvodaya Hospital, Faridabad, has successfully completed 100 robotic knee replacement surgeries using Misso, India's first fully automatic robotic system for total knee replacement.
Specialty Insurer ProAssurance to Go Private in $1.3 Bn Deal March 21, 2025 The Doctors Company is set to acquire ProAssurance for $1.3 billion, taking the specialty medical insurer private. The deal is expected to close in 2026.
Blockchain For Impact Allocates $200 Mn to Boost Healthcare Startups & Biomedical Research March 20, 2025 BFI earmarks $200M for healthcare startups and biomedical research, driving innovation and global health improvements.
NIMHANS & AFMC Sign MoU for Collaborative Research in Mental Health & Neurosciences March 20, 2025 NIMHANS and AFMS has signed an MoU to advance research and training in mental health and neurosciences, focusing on forensic psychiatry, community psychiatry, and healthcare innovation.
Narayana Health, W Health Ventures, & 2070 Health Launch Everhope Oncology with $10 Mn Seed Funding March 20, 2025 Narayana Health, W Health Ventures, and 2070 Health invest $10M in Everhope Oncology, a new initiative aimed at revolutionizing cancer treatment and care in India.
ICMR Strengthens Strategies for Faster & More Accurate Tuberculosis Diagnostics March 19, 2025 ICMR validates AI-based chest X-ray analysis, molecular TB tests, and portable X-ray devices to enhance tuberculosis screening and treatment.
LIC Set to Enter Health Insurance Sector, Plans Major Acquisition, Says CEO Mohanty March 18, 2025 Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC), the country’s largest state-owned insurer, is preparing to enter the health insurance market, with CEO Siddhartha Mohanty revealing that discussions are in advanced stages for the acquisition of a health insurer.
Mizoram to Launch Universal Healthcare Scheme with INR 5 Lakh Annual Cover March 17, 2025 The Mizoram government announces plans to roll out a new healthcare scheme aimed at improving medical access and affordability for residents across the state.
Bill Gates Highlights India's Role in Global Healthcare & Innovation March 17, 2025 Bill Gates acknowledges India’s significant strides in technology and healthcare, emphasizing the country's role in global innovation and development ahead of his scheduled visit.
Bessemer Venture Partners Bags $350 Mn India-focused Fund to Drive Digital Health & Other Startups March 15, 2025 Bessemer Venture Partners (BVP) has officially closed its second dedicated India fund, raising an impressive $350 million. This fund aims to support to early-stage startups in rapidly growing sectors, including digital health, AI, SaaS, fintech, consumer brands, and cybersecurity.
Private Equity Firms Eye $1 Bn Buyout of AGS Health March 15, 2025 Leading private equity firms Blackstone, Hillhouse Investment, TPG Capital, and General Atlantic have submitted non-binding bids to acquire AGS Health, a healthcare IT services firm, in a deal valued at approximately $1 billion.
PB Fintech Board Approves INR 696 Cr Investment in Healthcare Arm March 13, 2025 PB Fintech has approved an investment of INR 696 Cr in PB Healthcare Services, subject to shareholder approval. The investment aims to strengthen PB Healthcare’s operations and strategic initiatives.