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Apr 14 (BNP): India has sent a large consignment of BCG vaccines to Afghanistan, reinforcing its support for public health and child immunisation programmes in the neighbouring country. The shipment, weighing around 13 tonnes, is aimed at strengthening vaccination coverage for children and supporting efforts to prevent tuberculosis-related health risks in early childhood. The initiative reflects India’s continued humanitarian assistance to Afghanistan, particularly in the…

Apr 14 (BNP): The 9th edition of India Pharma 2026 began in New Delhi, bringing together policymakers, industry leaders, and global stakeholders to discuss the future of India’s pharmaceutical industry. The two-day conference, organised by the Department of Pharmaceuticals under the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers in collaboration with FICCI and the Indian Pharmaceutical Alliance, focuses on strengthening innovation, research, self-reliance, and India’s global competitiveness in…

The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has introduced a new healthcare-linked facility under ‘NPS Swasthya’, aimed at combining retirement savings with medical support for subscribers. Under this initiative, eligible National Pension System (NPS) subscribers can now use a portion of their pension corpus to meet hospitalisation and in-patient treatment expenses, while the remaining funds continue to grow through market-linked investments.   Subscribers are…

New Delhi, Apr 10 (BNP): World Homoeopathy Day is being observed on April 10, commemorating the birth anniversary of Dr. Samuel Hahnemann, the German physician who founded homoeopathy in the late 18th century. This year’s theme, “Homoeopathy for Sustainable Health,” highlights the growing focus on holistic and long-term wellness through alternative systems of medicine. Homoeopathy, derived from the Greek words “homoios” (similar) and “pathos” (suffering),…

New Delhi, Apr 9 (BNP): The government has announced that the 2026 edition of Poshan Pakhwada will focus on enhancing brain development in children during the crucial first six years of life. This initiative aims to raise awareness about nutrition, cognitive stimulation, and overall early childhood development, recognizing that the initial years are critical for lifelong learning, health, and productivity. By emphasizing proper nutrition, responsive caregiving,…

Kurnool, Apr 08: Emphasising the need for strict adherence to traffic rules to reduce road accidents, Kurnool District Superintendent of Police Vikrant Patil called upon the public to exercise greater caution while on the roads. He was speaking after flagging off a road safety awareness rally organised by the Department of Neurosurgery, KIMS Hospitals, Kurnool, on the occasion of International Neurosurgeons’ Day. The rally commenced at Raj Vihar Circle and proceeded up to the Collector’s office. Addressing the…

Apr 8: For decades, seeking world-class medical care in India often meant traveling to New Delhi — a journey that was not just expensive, but emotionally and physically draining for millions of families. Today, that reality is steadily changing. Across the country, from smaller cities to remote regions, quality healthcare is becoming more accessible than ever before. What was once concentrated in a few urban hubs…

All India Institute of Medical Sciences Delhi has introduced a state-of-the-art virtual reality (VR) training centre aimed at enhancing medical education and clinical training for students. The new facility uses immersive VR technology to simulate real-life medical scenarios, allowing students to practice procedures and decision-making in a controlled, risk-free environment. This approach is expected to strengthen practical skills and improve confidence before handling actual patients.…

Chennai, Apr 06: Shri M. Venkaiah Naidu, former Vice President of India, is set to inaugurate the 10th edition of CAHOCON 2026, India’s premier healthcare quality conference organized by the Consortium of Accredited Healthcare Organizations (CAHO), scheduled to be held in Chennai from April 10 to 12, 2026. Dr. Sangita Reddy, Joint Managing Director of Apollo Hospitals Group, will be the Guest of Honour at…

Apr 04: A new research initiative led by Jason Fanning, Associate Professor of Health & Exercise Science at Wake Forest University, is redefining how physical activity is approached for older adults—shifting the focus from traditional “exercise” to consistent movement throughout the day. Backed by $5.7 million in funding from the National Institutes of Health, the five-year study—titled A Mobile Health Intervention to Reduce Pain and Improve…