Author: Rahul Gupta

The Jammu and Kashmir government has informed the Legislative Assembly that there is currently no proposal to open or upgrade healthcare facilities at Ratnipora, Nehama, Lethpora and Zantrag in the Pampore constituency. The Health and Medical Education Department also said there is presently no proposal to revive the Health Department Fund (HDF) engagement mechanism as an interim measure to address shortages of paramedical staff across healthcare institutions in the Union Territory. The government provided the information in a written reply to a starred Assembly question raised by MLA Hasnain Masoodi regarding healthcare institutions and staffing in Jammu and Kashmir. Focus…

New rules classify mental health establishments into five categories and prescribe standards for infrastructure, staffing, admissions, physical restraints, rehabilitation and patient rights Tamil Nadu has notified the Tamil Nadu State Mental Healthcare Regulations, 2026, introducing detailed standards for mental health establishments across the state. The regulations cover infrastructure, staffing, admission procedures, patient care, safety, rehabilitation and safeguards for the rights of people receiving mental healthcare. The regulations have been notified by the State Mental Health Authority and classify mental health establishments into five categories based on the services they provide. These include standalone mental health establishments, psychiatric departments of medical…

Resident doctors at Nizam’s Institute of Medical Sciences resumed OPD and elective services after hospital management agreed to strengthen security measures following an alleged threat to a junior resident doctor The Resident Doctors Association (RDA) of Nizam’s Institute of Medical Sciences (NIMS) has called off its strike following assurances from hospital management regarding enhanced security measures for healthcare workers. With the strike ending on Saturday, outpatient department (OPD) services and elective medical procedures resumed normal operations. The protest had been initiated after a junior resident doctor was allegedly verbally abused and threatened by relatives of a patient receiving treatment at…

The accused allegedly created a fake Facebook profile in the name of a female doctor, lured a woman with promises of weight loss, obtained her photographs and later threatened to circulate them online while allegedly extorting Rs 5.20 lakh from her A man allegedly posing as a female doctor on social media has been arrested for allegedly duping a woman with promises of helping her lose weight, obtaining her photographs and later threatening to circulate them online and harm her son, police said. According to police, the accused used a fraudulent Facebook profile in the name of a woman doctor…

Video of argument at Morena hospital sparks debate over doctor safety, patient care and handling of confrontations with attendants A video purportedly showing a dispute between a female doctor and relatives of three accident victims at Ambah Civil Hospital in Morena district, Madhya Pradesh, has gone viral on social media. The incident reportedly occurred on Wednesday night while the three accident victims were undergoing treatment at the hospital. The video has triggered discussion on social media about the safety of healthcare professionals, the conduct of patients’ attendants and the responsibility to ensure continued medical care during confrontations. Relatives Allege Dispute…

Bench says retirement age of medical teachers involves broader policy considerations; plea under Article 32 dismissed after petitioner sought dismissal on merits The Supreme Court has dismissed a writ petition seeking directions to the Union Government and the National Medical Commission (NMC) to reconsider the maximum retirement age of medical teachers and examine whether it should be increased from 70 to 75 years. The petition was filed under Article 32 of the Constitution by an advocate, who sought a fresh, objective and evidence-based review of the retirement age. The plea cited the shortage of qualified medical teachers and the expansion…

Physician with over 15 years of experience brings expertise in diabetes, metabolic medicine, obesity, hypertension, cardiovascular risk and kidney diseases Dr Kartikeya Kohli has joined Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, New Delhi, as Senior Consultant in Internal Medicine. Dr Kohli has more than 15 years of clinical experience, with areas of practice including diabetes and metabolic medicine, obesity and weight management, hypertension, cardiovascular risk reduction, kidney diseases and comprehensive internal medicine. He is also associated with Apollo Clinic, East of Kailash, where he continues to provide clinical care. Medical Qualifications and Clinical Experience Dr Kohli holds a DNB in Medicine…

Fortis Hospotel enters into a long-term healthcare services agreement for a planned 400+ bed facility in Ashok Vihar, with operations expected to begin within 3–4 years subject to approvals Fortis Healthcare Limited (FHL) has signed definitive agreements with Seth Sunder Lal Jain Charitable Eye Hospital Society to provide healthcare services at a planned 400+ bed super speciality hospital in Ashok Vihar, New Delhi. The agreements have been executed through FHL’s wholly owned subsidiary, Fortis Hospotel Limited (FHTL). The hospital is expected to commence operations within three to four years, subject to the required approvals. Fortis to Provide Inpatient Healthcare Services…

Consultant neurologist Dr Vikram Kishore Reddy has been recognised for his contribution to neurological care, with expertise spanning stroke, epilepsy, neuropathy, vertigo and other neurological conditions Dr Vikram Kishore Reddy, a consultant neurologist based in Nizampet, Hyderabad, has received the Best Neurologist of the Year Award in recognition of his contribution to neurological care and treatment. Dr Reddy provides clinical care for a range of neurological conditions, including stroke, neuropathy, vertigo, headaches and epilepsy. His areas of practice also include dementia and seizure management, as well as procedures such as Botox injections for relevant neurological conditions. Medical Education and Clinical…

New Pune facility under the PRAGATI health project will offer specialised services in neurosurgery, oncology, cardiology, gynaecology and neonatology, with 772 posts approved The Maharashtra government is set to establish a 200-bed superspeciality hospital at the Aundh District Hospital (ADH) campus in Pune under the PRAGATI health project, officials said. The proposed facility is aimed at expanding access to specialised healthcare services and strengthening the public healthcare infrastructure in Pune district. Hospital to Offer Multiple Superspeciality Services According to officials, the new hospital will provide specialised services in several fields, including neurosurgery, oncology, cardiology, gynaecology and neonatology. The state government…