India

ICMR and NVVN to harness solar power for healthcare research institutes

Currently, seven ICMR facilities are utilising solar energy.

ICMR and NVVN to harness solar power for healthcare research institutes

Currently, seven ICMR facilities are utilising solar energy.

India-based drugmakers urged to improve standards amidst quality scrutiny

This follows cases of drug toxicity, resulting in fatalities in Central Asia, North America, and Africa.

India's orthopaedic devices market to grow at 5% CAGR through 2033

It accounted for around 13% of the APAC market in the current year.

Aster DM Healthcare to invest $26m in exclusive Women & Children’s Hospital

It will feature 100 critical care beds and 10 modular operating theatres.

Aster Whitefield Hospital launches neurosciences and spine care institute

It features mixed reality technology for 3D visualisation in treatment planning.

India formalises industry partnerships for phase one clinical trials

One key project is a study on CAR-T cell therapy for chronic lymphocytic leukaemia. 

India approves health coverage for seniors aged 70 and above under AB PM-JAY

Eligible citizens will receive $6k (₹5 lakh) free health insurance coverage per year.

India’s NHA and IIT Kanpur to develop platform for AI in healthcare

Data collected under the ABDM will be used to establish a public benchmark for AI models.

India’s Artemis Hospital opens super-speciality OPD in Gurugram

Patients can consult specialists in medical fields such as cardiology, oncology, and neurology.

India’s Amrita Hospital adopts AI-enabled imaging system for cardiac care

The tech aids in detecting coronary blockages through improved image quality.

Fortis Gurugram launches MR Linac radiotherapy for cancer treatment

The tech features real-time tumour monitoring and adaptive radiotherapy.

Apollo Prostate Institute unveils water vapour thermotherapy in South India

The method injects 0.45 ml of steam into different areas of the prostate to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia.

India launches digital database for allopathic registered doctors.

The platform allows users to add qualifications, track applications, and request NMR IDs and digital certificates. 

India’s Apollo Hospitals’ net profit soars 83% in Q1 FY2025

The group’s revenue saw a 15% rise to $605.8m (INR50.86b).

Medical tourism in India falls 15% over ongoing socio-political unrest in Bangladesh

Bangladeshi patients contribute to 60% of total tourist visits for medical treatment.

India’s NHA and MUHS ink MoU to advance digital health education

The partnership delivers a course for digital health fundamentals across different platforms.