Dy CM Meets JP Nadda for Bulk Drug Park Funding October 7, 2024 Deputy Chief Minister Mukesh Agnihotri meets Union Health Minister JP Nadda to discuss funding for the bulk drug park in Una. He also requests support for the PGI Satellite Centre and a new medical college in the district.
LIC Eyes Stake in Standalone Health Insurance Firm, Shuns Composite License October 4, 2024 LIC plans to enter the health insurance sector by acquiring a stake in a standalone health insurance company instead of seeking a composite insurance license.
Ayushman Bharat Health Accounts Crosses 67 Cr Milestone October 3, 2024 The Health Ministry announces over 67 crore Ayushman Bharat Health Accounts created as part of the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission, with 42 crore health records linked to improve digital healthcare delivery.
Delhi HC Orders Center to Release INR 10 Cr to AIIMS for Rare Disease Treatment October 1, 2024 The Delhi High Court orders the Center to release INR 10 Cr to AIIMS for the treatment of 18 patients with rare diseases. Court rejects Center's plea to revoke the previous order.
Dr Agarwal's Health Care Files INR 3,000 Cr IPO October 1, 2024 Dr Agarwal's Health Care files draft papers with SEBI for an IPO aiming to raise INR 3,000-3,500 Cr. Funds will be used for debt repayment, corporate purposes, and acquisitions.
GST Panel to Review Tax on Health & Life Insurance Premiums September 27, 2024 The GoM is reviewing GST rates on health and life insurance premiums and will submit its recommendations to the GST Council by October's end.
AWS Teams Up with NHA, GeM, & PSBA to Boost India’s Digital Infrastructure September 26, 2024 Amazon Web Services (AWS) partners with NHA, GeM, and PSBA to boost India’s digital infrastructure through cloud services, supporting sectors like healthcare, banking, and public procurement.
Punjab Govt Approaches Center over Ayushman Dues September 25, 2024 Punjab Govt seeks intervention from the Union Health Ministry over INR 600 Cr delayed payments under the Ayushman Bharat scheme, affecting private hospitals in the state.
Mamata Banerjee Reshuffles Health Department Amid Junior Doctors' Protests September 18, 2024 Dr Kaustav Nayak was named the new director of the Institute of Health and Family Welfare, while Dr Swapan Soren was appointed as the DHS director.
World Patient Safety Day 2024: Focusing on Diagnostic Safety September 17, 2024 The primary objective of World Patient Safety Day is to raise global awareness about the importance of patient safety within healthcare systems.
Enrollment for Ayushman Bharat Health Coverage for Senior Citizens to Start in a Week September 13, 2024 Initially, enrollment will be conducted on a pilot basis in select locations before being rolled out nationwide.
Jaishankar Meets WHO Chief Tedros, Discusses India’s Role in Global Health Initiatives September 13, 2024 The External Affairs Minister shared India’s perspectives on the global human rights situation and discussed how various challenges can be effectively addressed.