India

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.

India's healthcare market to grow at 9.3% CAGR by 2028

Policy continuity will drive near-term expenditure growth.

India commits $85m to WHO’s Global Traditional Medicine Centre

The funding will help the centre enhance the evidence base for traditional medicine.

India issues $432.2m grant to improve public health preparedness

One key step is the reinforcement of the Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme.

India updates health schemes for senior citizens under PMJAY

One of the benefits is free treatment based on a hospital’s diagnosis.

Amrita Hospital Kochi unveils new department for infectious diseases

A key feature includes an adult immunisation clinic that offers vaccination services.

Gleneagles BGS Hospital Kengeri launches 5G-enabled ambulance services

The ambulances feature high-speed connectivity and ALS systems.

What lies ahead for India’s health sector under the Union Budget 2024-25?

One of the initiatives includes a budget expenditure increase under the National Health Mission.

India’s hospital accreditation board launches standards for HIS/EMR systems

The NABH welcomes the public’s feedback to enhance its current guidelines.