Health News: Medical Updates

1st indigenous antibiotic effective against resistant respiratory infections, cancer: Minister

IANS | October 18, 2025 3:23 PM

New Delhi, Oct 18 (IANS) Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh, on Saturday said India has developed its first indigenously discovered antibiotic 'Nafithromycin', which is effective against resistant respiratory infections, particularly useful for cancer patients and poorly controlled diabetics.

India among top five countries with its own domestic 4G stack: PM Modi

IANS | October 17, 2025 10:39 PM

New Delhi, Oct 17 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered the keynote address at the NDTV World Summit 2025 held at New Delhi on Friday. Welcoming the distinguished gathering of global leaders, the Prime Minister set the tone for the summit. In his speech, PM Modi emphasised India’s unwavering momentum and its role as a beacon of hope in a rapidly evolving world.

Department of Posts launches medicine delivery service for ex-servicemen

IANS | October 17, 2025 2:44 PM

New Delhi, Oct 17 (IANS) The Department of Posts (DoP) has launched a dedicated medicine delivery service for ex-servicemen, the Ministry of Communications said on Friday.

India reaffirms commitment to integrate Ayush innovation into global health at Arctic Circle meet

IANS | October 17, 2025 1:07 PM

New Delhi, Oct 17 (IANS) India has reaffirmed its commitment to integrate Ayush-based innovation into global health at the Arctic Circle Assembly 2025, the Ministry of Ayush said on Friday.

PM2.5 exposure during pregnancy can affect brain development in newborns

IANS | October 17, 2025 9:51 AM

New Delhi, Oct 17 (IANS) Maternal exposure to air pollution particles such as PM2.5 during pregnancy can affect brain development in newborn babies, according to a new study.

Chhattisgarh: ‘Laika Ghar’ to combat malnutrition among children

IANS | October 16, 2025 9:08 PM

Dhamtari, Oct 16 (IANS) In a significant step towards eradicating malnutrition from grassroots levels, the district administration of Dhamtari, Chhattisgarh, has inaugurated a new initiative called "Laika Ghar" (Children's Home) in the tribal village of Khudurpani.

In Chhattisgarh’s Balrampur, women SHGs groups set new examples in cleanliness drive

IANS | October 16, 2025 7:43 PM

Balrampur, Oct 16 (IANS) The Swachh Bharat Mission, in a decade after its launch, has met with considerable success. In Chhattisgarh, the cleanliness mission has become talk of the town because of the women's Self-Help Group (SHG)’s active participation and innovation to make it 'economically rewarding'.

PM Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana, Poshan Abhiyan key to advancing food security in India: Nadda

IANS | October 16, 2025 4:09 PM

New Delhi, Oct 16 (IANS) Initiatives like Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY) and Poshan Abhiyan have been crucial in advancing food security in the country, said Union Health Minister JP Nadda on Thursday on World Food Day.

Why women face higher risk of multiple sclerosis and Alzheimer's

IANS | October 16, 2025 3:44 PM

New Delhi, Oct 16 (IANS) US researchers have identified a gene on the X chromosome that drives inflammation in the female brain and explains the reason why women are disproportionately affected by conditions such as Alzheimer's disease and multiple sclerosis.

Union Minister JP Nadda, former UK PM Rishi Sunak discuss deepening ties

IANS | October 16, 2025 3:25 PM

New Delhi, Oct 16 (IANS) Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare, J P Nadda met former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak in New Delhi on Thursday under the 'Know BJP' initiative, discussing deepening bilateral ties and India's efforts to leverage technology in strengthening healthcare at grassroot level.

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1st indigenous antibiotic effective against resistant respiratory infections, cancer: Minister

India among top five countries with its own domestic 4G stack: PM Modi

Department of Posts launches medicine delivery service for ex-servicemen

India reaffirms commitment to integrate Ayush innovation into global health at Arctic Circle meet

PM2.5 exposure during pregnancy can affect brain development in newborns

Chhattisgarh: ‘Laika Ghar’ to combat malnutrition among children

In Chhattisgarh’s Balrampur, women SHGs groups set new examples in cleanliness drive

PM Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana, Poshan Abhiyan key to advancing food security in India: Nadda

Why women face higher risk of multiple sclerosis and Alzheimer's

Union Minister JP Nadda, former UK PM Rishi Sunak discuss deepening ties

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