BY THE DIGITAL HEALTH LEADERS FOR THE DIGITAL HEALTH COMMUNITY
BY THE DIGITAL HEALTH LEADERS 
Ayushman Bharat Health Cover to be Extended to ASHA & Anganwadi Workers: FM February 1, 2024 This expansion aims to ensure that these essential frontline workers in the healthcare system receive comprehensive health coverage, acknowledging their critical role in community health and awareness.
Union Budget 2024: Healthcare Industry Calls for Investment in R&D, Technology, Healthcare Infrastructure Enhancement & Patient Safety Measures February 1, 2024 As the nation eagerly awaits the announcement of the Interim Budget 2024 on February 1, the healthcare industry has heightened expectations, anticipating pivotal decisions that could shape the future of the sector.
Bajaj Finserv Arm Acquires Vidal Healthcare Services in a Deal Worth INR 325 Cr January 31, 2024 With this strategic acquisition, Bajaj Finserv aims to expand BFS-Health's operations to offer OPD wellness, and hospitalisation benefits to customers.
Serum Institute to Join CEPI Network to Bolster Global Vaccine Preparedness January 25, 2024 The Global South-focused manufacturing network targets vaccine makers in high-risk areas for outbreaks, addressing threats such as lassa fever, nipah, disease X, and other CEPI-prioritised pathogens.
Thermo Fisher Scientific Appoints Srinath Venkatesh as MD for India & South Asia January 24, 2024 Venkatesh, envisions advancing Thermo Fisher's growth and operations in India while enhancing customer value creation.
ADB Signs INR 150 Cr Debt Financing Deal with Cygnus Medicare to Help Expand in North India January 19, 2024 The financing agreement supports Cygnus' ambitious plans to establish up to six new hospitals in Tier-II and Tier-III cities.
Medi Assist IPO Debuted With 54% Subscription On Day 1 January 16, 2024 On the first day of subscription, the retail investors' portion of the Medi Assist Healthcare Services IPO saw a subscription rate of 89%, while 45% of the Non-Institutional Investors (NII) portion was subscribed.
Caplin Laboratories inks MoU with TN Govt with INR 700 Cr Investment Proposition January 10, 2024 Furthermore, Caplin Group's projects are expected to generate a total of 1,500 employment opportunities, with 1,000 direct jobs and 500 indirect jobs.
Narayana Health Gains IRDAI Approval to Launch Health Insurance Subsidiary January 8, 2024 The announcement positions Narayana Health Insurance Limited as India's sixth standalone health insurance company, contributing to the growing landscape of health insurers. Further, the company's stock price witnessed a boost, reaching INR 1217.75, a 3.07% increase.
TN Health Dept Signs MoU with IOCL to Foster TB Diagnosis January 5, 2024 While the government had increased testing by 40% in the previous year, the TN Health Minister said that doctors wanted an additional fleet of diagnostic equipment to increase the capacity to identify both drug-sensitive and drug-resistant TB cases.
Nephrocare India Bags Pre-IPO Round Funding, Targets 300 Clinic Expansion January 3, 2024 The capital raised in this round will support Nephrocare India's ambitious initiative to duplicate its effective hub-and-spoke strategy, aiming to set up 300 Nephrocare centres nationwide within the next eight to ten years.
Parl Panel Suggests Inclusion of US’ Obamacare Provisions into Ayushman Bharat Scheme January 2, 2024 The panel emphasised that preventive services such as vaccinations and screenings covered without cost sharing in Obamacare promoted early detection and disease control.
