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AB-PMJAY enables 12.69 crore cashless hospital admissions worth Rs 1.92 lakh crore: Govt

IANS | August 4, 2026 4:39 PM

New Delhi, Aug 4 (IANS) The government on Tuesday said that under the Ayushman Bharat-Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY), 12.69 crore cashless hospital admissions worth Rs 1.92 lakh crore have been authorised under the scheme (as on June 30) through a network of 37,413 public and private hospitals, significantly reducing the out-of-pocket expenditure.

FSSAI directs Dabur to stop sale of products carrying misleading claim; stock declines 2 pc

IANS | August 4, 2026 10:27 AM

New Delhi, Aug 4 (IANS) The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued a prohibition order against Dabur India Limited over the sale of food products carrying allegedly misleading claims.

Brazil's Lula meets renowned Indian surgeon, announces partnership to strengthen healthcare via BRICS

IANS | August 4, 2026 9:31 AM

Brasilia, Aug 4 (IANS) Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has announced a new healthcare cooperation initiative involving the BRICS Bank, the Brazilian government, and India’s Narayana Health network to improve hospital management and digitalisation in the country’s public health system.

Haryana-based syndicate used modified phones for cheating in Baba Farid varsity exam: Punjab Education Minister

IANS | August 3, 2026 9:16 PM

Chandigarh, Aug 3 (IANS) Punjab Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains on Monday told the Assembly that a Haryana-based cheating syndicate used modified mobile phones, hidden wireless earpieces, and other advanced gadgets to facilitate cheating during the Baba Farid University of Health Sciences pharmacy examination.

Centre proposes rules for 2-wheeler ambulances to boost emergency medical access

IANS | August 3, 2026 2:57 PM

New Delhi, Aug 3 (IANS) In a bid to strengthen emergency healthcare delivery in hard-to-reach areas, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) on Monday proposed a regulatory framework for two-wheeled road ambulances.

Govt backs FSSAI action against Old Monk, McDowell's, other brands over flavouring, age claims

IANS | August 3, 2026 10:38 AM

New Delhi, Aug 3 (IANS) The government has clarified that enforcement action initiated by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) against certain alcoholic beverage manufacturers relates to the use of flavouring substances that mimic the characteristics of standardised alcoholic beverages and allegedly misleading age-related claims on product labels.

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta visits Lal Bahadur Shastri Hospital, reviews healthcare services

IANS | August 2, 2026 12:34 PM

New Delhi, Aug 2 (IANS) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Sunday visited Lal Bahadur Shastri Hospital in Mayur Vihar Phase-II and interacted with patients and their attendants, seeking feedback on the healthcare facilities and services being provided at the hospital.

FSSAI suspends Switz Foods' licence over major food safety violations

IANS | August 1, 2026 2:50 PM

New Delhi, Aug 1 (IANS) The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) on Saturday said that it suspended the food business licence of Switz Foods Private Limited after an inspection of its manufacturing facility uncovered serious violations of food safety and hygiene norms.

Indian Railways successfully transports India's first live donor heart by train

IANS | July 31, 2026 6:37 PM

New Delhi, July 31 (IANS) Indian Railways has for the first time successfully transported a live donor heart by train and ensured its safe and timely arrival for transplantation at the UN Mehta Institute of Cardiology & Research Centre, Ahmedabad, an official statement said on Friday.

China faces blood donation crisis amid collapsing public trust

IANS | July 31, 2026 3:32 PM

New Delhi, July 31 (IANS) China is facing a blood donation crisis due to a collapse in public trust in the system along with demographic decline, a new report has said.

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AB-PMJAY enables 12.69 crore cashless hospital admissions worth Rs 1.92 lakh crore: Govt

FSSAI directs Dabur to stop sale of products carrying misleading claim; stock declines 2 pc

Brazil's Lula meets renowned Indian surgeon, announces partnership to strengthen healthcare via BRICS

Haryana-based syndicate used modified phones for cheating in Baba Farid varsity exam: Punjab Education Minister

Centre proposes rules for 2-wheeler ambulances to boost emergency medical access

Govt backs FSSAI action against Old Monk, McDowell's, other brands over flavouring, age claims

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta visits Lal Bahadur Shastri Hospital, reviews healthcare services

FSSAI suspends Switz Foods' licence over major food safety violations

Indian Railways successfully transports India's first live donor heart by train

China faces blood donation crisis amid collapsing public trust

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