NHS Software Provider Fined £3Mn Over Ransomware Security Failings March 27, 2025 The Advanced Computer Software Group, an IT provider for the NHS and other health services, has been fined £3 million by the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) for security failures that led to a major ransomware attack.

Medicover Hospital Introduces Robotic Knee & Hip Replacement in Navi Mumbai March 27, 2025 Medicover Hospital, Navi Mumbai, has introduced the MISSO robotic knee and hip replacement system. The move aims to improve precision, reduce recovery time, and minimize post-surgical discomfort for patients undergoing joint replacement procedures.

Kotak Alternate Invests INR 1,050 Cr in Tirupati Medicare March 27, 2025 Kotak Alternate Asset Managers has invested INR1,050 Cr in Tirupati Medicare to support its expansion plans.

Lupin Digital Health Launches Home-Based Post-Procedure Care Guide in Collaboration with ACC March 27, 2025 Lupin Digital Health, in collaboration with the American College of Cardiology, launches a home-based post-procedure care guide to support cardiac patients in recovery.

Healthcare Startups Set for Increased M&A Activity Amid Funding Crunch March 27, 2025 India’s healthcare startup ecosystem is expected to witness a surge in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in 2025, as funding remains tight and revenue multiples decline, reports W Health Ventures.

HBCH Punjab & IIT Mandi Collaborate on AI-Driven Cancer Research March 27, 2025 The Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospital and Research Centre (HBCH), Punjab, under the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Mandi, to collaborate on academic and research initiatives in healthcare and technology.

Maharashtra CM Pushes for Modernized Public Health Facilities Across State March 27, 2025 CM Devendra Fadnavis emphasized the need for accessible healthcare during a public health department review meeting, proposing innovative measures like a Public Health Infrastructure Corporation and Ayushman Health Temples in rural areas.

Emirates to Introduce Advanced In-Flight Telemedicine Services on 300 Aircraft March 27, 2025 Emirates partners with Parsys Telemedicine to launch state-of-the-art inflight medical services. With advanced tools and 24/7 ground support, passengers can now access life-saving care at 40,000 feet.

Amazon Pilots AI-Powered Health Assistant to Expand Digital Healthcare Services March 27, 2025 Amazon is testing a generative AI-powered health assistant, Health AI, on its website and mobile app, aiming to provide users with instant health and wellness information. The chatbot can answer medical queries, suggest common care options, and recommend products.

Lilavati Foundation Signs MoU with Assam Govt for Super-Speciality Hospital in Guwahati March 27, 2025 Lilavati Foundation signs MoU with Assam government for a ₹300-350 crore super-specialty hospital in Guwahati, focusing on oncology and cardiology.

Google Expands AI-Powered Search Features for Health Queries March 26, 2025 Google announces AI-generated overviews and personalized suggestions for health questions in Search, aiming to deliver more accurate, accessible, and context-rich information to users.

ICMR Successfully Deploys Drones for Cornea Transplants in Remote Areas March 26, 2025 The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has successfully demonstrated the potential of drones to transport human corneas for transplants, aiming to bridge healthcare gaps in remote areas.

Providence Clinical Network Appoints Sam Bajaj as Chief Operating Officer March 26, 2025 Providence Clinical Network appoints Sam Bajaj as COO to oversee ambulatory care operations, enhance patient experience, and drive healthcare initiatives.

Bengaluru Firm Partners with Israel's Xtend AI to Deploy Autonomous Robots in K’taka March 26, 2025 Israel’s Xtend AI teams up with AMS-India to co-develop robotic healthcare technologies in Karnataka, combining AI and robotics to improve surgical precision and hospital automation.

Hillstar Bio Secures $67 Mn Series A to Advance Autoimmune & Arthritis Treatments March 26, 2025 Boston-based Hillstar Bio closes a $67M Series A funding round to advance precision immunology therapies for autoimmune diseases, with plans for clinical trials in 2026.

Remidio Invests in UK-Based Occuity to Advance AI-Powered Ophthalmic & Systemic Disease Screening March 26, 2025 Indian health-tech company Remidio partners with UK’s Occuity through a strategic investment, aiming to develop next-gen non-invasive diagnostic tools for global disease screening.

NURA Launches Mobile Health Screening Facility ‘NURA Express’ in Kozhikode March 26, 2025 NURA has introduced ‘NURA Express’ in Kozhikode to offer mobile cancer and lifestyle disease screenings, expanding access to healthcare in remote areas.

Max Healthcare Subsidiary Merger to Improve Cash Flow & Compliance March 26, 2025 Max Healthcare is merging subsidiaries Crosslay Remedies and Jaypee Healthcare to enhance financial efficiency, streamline management, and reduce compliance burdens.

Indian Govt Rolls Out INR 5,000 Cr Scheme for Pharma & MedTech Innovation March 26, 2025 The Pharma MedTech PRIP scheme, administered by the Department of Pharmaceuticals, offers funding across six priority areas to accelerate research and innovation. It aims to transform India into a global R&D hub.

AIIMS Delhi to Begin Trials for India’s First Homegrown MRI Scanner this October March 26, 2025 AIIMS New Delhi will conduct trials for India’s first locally developed MRI scanner and linear accelerator, which will lower treatment costs and reduce reliance on imported devices.