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Novo Holdings buys 49% stake in Surya Hospitals
Novo Holdings has acquired a 49% stake in Maharashtra-based Surya Hospitals at a valuation of ₹1,000–1,200 crore, marking another major deal in India’s fast-growing hospital sector. The transaction reflects sustained investor interest in specialised healthcare delivery, particularly women’s and children’s care, amid strong merger and acquisition activity in the healthcare industry.
20 Jan 2026
Nebuliser, inhaler demand for children jumps by up to 60 pc in Delhi winters: Survey
Demand for nebulisers, inhalers, and respiratory medicines for children has surged by up to 60% in Delhi during winter months, driven by worsening air pollution levels. A survey found that nearly one-third of nebuliser purchases were for children, highlighting growing respiratory distress among younger age groups during peak pollution periods.
15 Jan 2026
Diagnostics, Specialty Care Fuel ₹10,000 Cr+ Healthcare Deals in Q2 FY26: EY
India’s healthcare sector recorded over ₹10,000 crore worth of deals in Q2 FY26, driven by strong mergers and acquisitions activity in diagnostics and specialty care. According to EY-Parthenon, sustained investor interest, premium valuations, and consolidation-led growth continue to support expansion across hospitals, diagnostics, and high-growth specialty segments.
15 Jan 2026
WHO says sugary drinks, alcohol getting cheaper, should be taxed more
The World Health Organization has warned that sugary drinks and alcohol are becoming cheaper in many countries due to weak tax systems and has urged governments to increase taxes to curb consumption, tackle obesity and non-communicable diseases, and generate funds for strengthening public health systems.
14 Jan 2026
Studies link small improvements in physical activity with longevity, fewer deaths in population
Small, achievable improvements in daily habits such as adding a few minutes of physical activity, getting slightly more sleep, and increasing vegetable intake can significantly improve lifespan and reduce premature deaths, according to a new international study published in The Lancet’s eClinicalMedicine journal.
14 Jan 2026
Bengal nurses on ventilator support after showing Nipah virus symptoms
Two nurses working at a private hospital in Barasat, West Bengal, have been put on ventilator support after showing symptoms of Nipah virus infection. Samples have been sent to Kalyani AIIMS for testing, and preliminary reports suggest a possible Nipah infection. Both patients are in critical condition and currently admitted to isolation wards.
14 Jan 2026
Contaminated water kills 9 and hospitalises 200 in India’s Indore city
Nine people have lost their lives and over 200 others have been hospitalised after consuming contaminated water in Indore, raising serious concerns about water safety, public health infrastructure, and emergency response mechanisms in urban India.
3 Jan 2026
AI Buzz to Real-World Impact: India’s Healthcare 2025 Sets the Stage for a Transformative 2026
As the AI buzz dominated the charts in 2025, the healthcare industry saw a strong push in automation, data infrastructure
1 Jan 2026
Medanta installs advanced Varian EDGE radiation therapy system
Medanta has installed the advanced Varian EDGE radiation therapy system, bringing high-precision cancer treatment to India. The technology offers faster radiation delivery, improved patient comfort, and accurate tumour targeting with minimal damage to healthy tissues.
21 Dec 2025
IHH Healthcare to expand India capacity to 7,000 beds by 2028
With increased stake in Fortis Healthcare, IHH Healthcare is accelerating its India growth plans, targeting 7,000 beds by 2028 and unlocking operational synergies to enhance patient care across the country.
17 Dec 2025
AQI drops to poor and moderate levels in major cities of AP
Air quality levels across major cities in Andhra Pradesh have declined from satisfactory to moderate and poor categories, according to the latest CPCB bulletin. Tirumala recorded the highest AQI, raising concerns about rising pollution levels even in traditionally green and serene regions.
16 Dec 2025
CAQM forms expert committee to develop strategies for abatement of air pollution caused by vehicular emissions in Delhi-NCR
The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has set up an expert committee to develop strategies for reducing air pollution caused by vehicular emissions in Delhi-NCR, with a focus on clean mobility and stricter emission controls.
15 Dec 2025
Air pollution crisis needs regular monitoring, not customary hearing in winter: SC
The Supreme Court has stressed that India’s air pollution crisis cannot be treated as a seasonal problem addressed only through
6 Dec 2025
Surgery, Steroids: How Pollution is Triggering Allergic Flareups in Kids in Delhi-NCR
Paediatricians across Delhi-NCR are witnessing an alarming surge in children presenting with severe allergy-related ailments that increasingly require surgical intervention
6 Dec 2025
The Hidden Cost of Every Breath: How Pollution Ages Your Body
Every breath you take in a polluted city might be costing you more than you realize. While coughing and breathlessness
6 Dec 2025
Delhi Mothers Urge NHRC to Address Children’s ‘Toxic Childhood’ Amid Severe Air Pollution Crisis
Mothers in Delhi Appeal to NHRC Over Children’s Health as Air Quality Reaches Dangerous Levels New Delhi: A collective of
6 Dec 2025
5 Ways to Strengthen Your Body Against Airborne Toxins
By Oxygen4India | November 2025 Every breath we take connects us to the world around us — but in today’s
8 Nov 2025
🌅 Daily Morning Habits to Protect Your Lungs in Polluted Cities
By Oxygen4India | November 2025 If you live in a big Indian city — like Delhi, Gurugram, or Mumbai —
8 Nov 2025
🫁 How Air Pollution Affects Your Immune System and What to Do About It
By Oxygen4India | November 2025 You breathe over 20,000 times a day — and with every breath, your body takes
8 Nov 2025
🌫️ Signs You Might Be Breathing Polluted Air Indoors — And How to Fix It
By Oxygen4India | November 2025 When we think of pollution, we often picture traffic smoke, factory emissions, or smog-filled skies.
8 Nov 2025
🫁 How Oxygen Concentrators Improve Breathing for Pollution-Exposed Individuals
By Oxygen4India | November 2025 India’s air quality has become one of the biggest health concerns of our time. From
8 Nov 2025
🫁 Top Foods to Boost Lung Function Naturally
By Oxygen4India | November 2025 Breathing is something we do without thinking — but the air we breathe isn’t always
8 Nov 2025
3 Everyday Drinks That May Help You Live Longer and Reduce Mortality Risk
By Oxygen4India | November 8, 2025 When it comes to living a longer, healthier life, what you drink daily could
8 Nov 2025
Top 5 Everyday Foods to Help Your Body Fight Pollution Stress – Expert Tips
By Oxygen4India | November 8, 2025 With rising pollution levels across cities like Delhi, protecting your health has become just
8 Nov 2025