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Policy, hospitals, pharma and public-health developments from India and the world.
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Ebola toll tops 200, other African countries seen at risk
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has claimed over 200 lives, while health agencies warn that several African countries remain at high risk due to rising cross-border transmission concerns.
24 May 2026
Fortis liability case: Delhi HC says blame can’t be shifted to third party
The Delhi High Court observed that liability in the Fortis Healthcare share dispute cannot be shifted to a third party, while hearing the long-running arbitration enforcement case linked to the Singh brothers and Daiichi Sankyo.
23 May 2026
Max Healthcare to set up 712-bed facility in Lucknow for ₹1,400 cr
Max Healthcare has announced a ₹1,400 crore investment to build a 712-bed greenfield hospital in Lucknow as part of its expansion strategy to meet rising healthcare demand in Uttar Pradesh.
23 May 2026
Government plans childhood cancer registry as India battles 75,000 new cases a year
The government is planning a nationwide childhood cancer registry and early detection system as India records nearly 75,000 new childhood cancer cases every year, aiming to improve diagnosis, treatment access and survival rates.
22 May 2026
NEET retest to be held June 21, digital format from next year
The government announced that the cancelled NEET-UG 2026 exam will be reconducted on June 21, while also planning to shift NEET to a digital computer-based format from next year to improve transparency and exam security.
17 May 2026
Medanta posts 1,195 crore in Q4 FY26, net profit soars 40%
Medanta reported strong Q4 FY26 performance with total income rising 25.3% YoY to Rs 1,195 crore, while net profit surged nearly 40%. The hospital chain also expanded bed capacity and improved operational performance across facilities.
16 May 2026
COVID-19 death toll nearly three times higher than official count: WHO
A WHO report estimates that global COVID-19 excess deaths between 2020 and 2023 reached 22.1 million, nearly three times higher than officially reported fatalities, highlighting the pandemic’s lasting impact on global health systems.
16 May 2026
Federation moves SC for court-supervised NEET-UG retest, NTA restructure
FAIMA has approached the Supreme Court seeking a court-supervised NEET-UG 2026 retest and a major restructuring of the National Testing Agency (NTA) to improve transparency, cybersecurity and exam integrity.
15 May 2026
A new name for PCOS, the most common cause of infertility
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), a leading cause of infertility affecting millions of women globally, is being renamed to better reflect its hormonal and metabolic impacts and improve diagnosis and treatment awareness.
13 May 2026
Australia to quarantine six people from hantavirus ship
Australia will quarantine six passengers from a cruise ship linked to hantavirus exposure in a dedicated facility near Perth as authorities intensify biosecurity measures and monitor potential health risks.
12 May 2026
EQT emerges sole bidder for OmniActive Health Technologies
EQT has emerged as the sole bidder for OmniActive Health Technologies after competing offers were rejected, highlighting growing investor interest in the nutraceutical and healthcare manufacturing sector.
10 May 2026
WHO says six hantavirus cases confirmed so far
The World Health Organization has confirmed six hantavirus cases linked to a suspected outbreak on a cruise ship, with three reported deaths. WHO says the overall global public health risk remains low while monitoring the situation closely.
10 May 2026
India Emerging as Major Market for Biosimilar Immunotherapy, But Patient Awareness Still Lags: Oncologists
India is emerging as a major market for biosimilar immunotherapy, making advanced cancer treatment more affordable and accessible. However, oncologists warn that low patient awareness and delayed diagnosis continue to limit the benefits of these therapies.
7 May 2026
Childbirth costs 16 times higher in pvt hosps: NSO report
Childbirth in private hospitals in India costs nearly 16 times more than in government facilities, according to the latest NSO report. Rising preference for private healthcare is significantly increasing out-of-pocket expenses for families, highlighting a growing affordability gap in maternal care.
3 May 2026
New app repository to guide digital mental health choices
NIMHANS has launched a pilot mobile app repository to help users make informed digital mental health choices by offering a structured, quality-screened catalogue of apps. The initiative aims to improve transparency, safety, and accessibility in India’s rapidly growing mental health app ecosystem.
3 May 2026
India among worst-hit as hepatitis deaths stay high despite global gains: WHO report
India remains among the worst-hit countries for hepatitis-related deaths despite global progress, according to the WHO Global Hepatitis Report 2026. With over 1.3 million deaths globally, largely due to hepatitis B and C, experts warn that the world is still off track to meet the 2030 elimination targets.
1 May 2026
Apollo Hospitals launches 400-bed smart hospital in Hyderabad, expands national network to 76
Apollo Hospitals has launched a 400-bed next-generation smart hospital in Hyderabad, featuring AI-enabled systems, advanced diagnostics, and modern ICU infrastructure. The expansion strengthens its national network to 76 hospitals, enhancing access to high-quality, technology-driven healthcare in India.
29 Apr 2026
NSO survey highlights significant increase in healthcare access across country
The latest NSO survey highlights a significant increase in healthcare access across India, driven by government interventions, expansion of public health services, and improved insurance coverage. The findings, based on extensive rural and urban household data, reflect better affordability and utilisation of healthcare services nationwide.
29 Apr 2026