Health

Rajasthan suspends TMS of 215 private pharmacies over medicine delays in RGHS

The Rajasthan Medical and Health Department has temporarily suspended the Transaction Management System of 215 private pharmacies under the RGHS after reports of delayed drug supply to beneficiaries, with 39 pharmacies in Jaipur facing immediate penalties.

26 Aug 2026

Tamil Nadu Health Minister Opens Maa Kauvery, Chennai’s 120‑Bed Women & Children Hospital

The Maa Kauvery hospital, a 120‑bed facility dedicated to women’s and children’s health, was officially opened in Chennai by Tamil Nadu’s health minister.

26 Aug 2026

H1N1 Cases Rise, IMA Calls for Vigilance Across India

The number of H1N1 influenza cases has climbed, prompting the Indian Medical Association to urge the public to remain vigilant.

26 Aug 2026

16-year-old Bharat Ahirwar dies as ambulance oxygen runs out near Vidisha, en route to Bhopal

A 16‑year‑old boy from Chhatarpur died when the ambulance transporting him to Bhopal ran out of oxygen near Vidisha, officials said.

26 Aug 2026

LG Manoj Sinha calls for advanced healthcare in Jammu & Kashmir’s smaller districts

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said that advanced medical facilities must be extended to the smaller districts of Jammu and Kashmir, emphasizing the need for equitable healthcare access.

26 Aug 2026

CM Naidu orders state‑wide launch of AI‑driven Sanjeevani health project from Jan 1

Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu has directed officials to roll out the AI‑based Sanjeevani healthcare system across Andhra Pradesh starting January 1, aiming for a major transformation in service delivery.

26 Aug 2026

Court Rules Maintenance for Autistic Child Must Continue Beyond 18 Years

A recent legal ruling confirms that maintenance for autistic children does not automatically cease at the age of 18; it must persist until the child is capable of self-support.

26 Aug 2026

Delhi records 134 new H1N1 cases in 24 hours, total rises to 2,442

The Delhi health department confirmed 134 additional H1N1 infections in the past day, taking the cumulative count to 2,442.

26 Aug 2026

Andhra Pradesh doctors call off strike after court orders on stipend, retirement age

Doctors in Andhra Pradesh have suspended their industrial action over stipend and retirement age demands following a court intervention.

26 Aug 2026

Mumbai Records 30 New COVID-19 Cases, Active Cases Rise to 208

Mumbai has reported 30 new COVID-19 infections, bringing the total number of active cases in the city to 208.

26 Aug 2026

Park Medi World to launch 550-bed specialty hospital in Prayagraj

Park Medi World announced plans to establish a 550‑bed specialty hospital in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh.

26 Aug 2026

Churachandpur DC Scrutinises Rising Dengue, HFMD, Typhoid Cases

The District Collector of Churachandpur has initiated a review of the escalating dengue, hand‑foot‑mouth disease and typhoid outbreaks in the district.

26 Aug 2026