Health
IIT Madras Launches Public Cancer Genome Database
The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) has released a new genome database that focuses on paediatric leukaemia, colorectal… Read More
Global aid cuts could reverse health gains, warns new Lancet study
A new study published by Lancet Global Health has warned that a drop in global aid could have devastating consequences.… Read More
AYUSH Funding Increased in 2026-27 Union Budget
In the 2026-27 Union Budget, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced increased funding for AYUSH (Ayurveda, Yoga & Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha,… Read More
US Tariff Cuts Boost Hopes for Device Makers
The deal to reduce US tariffs on Indian goods was finalised during a phone call between the leaders of India… Read More
Health Ministry Alerts Facilities Over Nipah Threat
The Epidemiology and Disease Control Division (EDCD) of the Health Ministry has said that all health facilities and related agencies… Read More
Budget 2026: Cancer, Rare Disease Drugs Duty-Free
The Union Budget 2026-27 has announced steps to provide quick help to patients with cancer and rare diseases. The government… Read More
Experts Warn About AI Errors in Healthcare
In the past ten years, artificial intelligence (AI) has become very popular, and people have made big claims about what… Read More
Supreme Court Bans Stem Cell Therapy for Autism
The Supreme Court of India has ruled that stem cell therapies cannot be offered as a medical treatment for Autism… Read More
Government Sets Minimum Import Price for Antibiotic Ingredients
The government has imposed a minimum import price on three important ingredients used in making penicillin-class antibiotics. These ingredients are… Read More
Nipah Virus in India: WHO Sees Low Risk
The World Health Organization (WHO) said on Friday (January 30, 2026) that the risk of the deadly Nipah virus spreading… Read More