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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
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
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