Health Care
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American woman praises India's healthcare after mother's surgery costs 90% less than the US
offbeat | Aug 14, 2026, 06:44 PM ISTA US woman has shared how her mother's surgery in India cost around $4,500, compared with US options of about $45,000. Her post praising the quality of care has sparked a discussion online about India's healthcare system and growing medical tourism sector.
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What is an Ayushman Card? Here's how families can apply online using their mobile
Technology | Jul 26, 2026, 06:45 AM ISTThe Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY) is one of India's largest government-funded health insurance schemes, offering eligible families up to Rs. 5 lakh in cashless treatment every year. Here' how Below Poverty Line (BPL) family can apply online.
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Indian woman shares her experience with Germany's healthcare system
offbeat | Jul 25, 2026, 07:42 PM ISTAn Indian woman living in Germany has gone viral after sharing her experience of struggling to get a doctor's appointment for her husband's eye infection. Her video has sparked an online discussion, with many users comparing Germany's healthcare system with India's.
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Maharashtra's mega 'MediCity' takes off: Cleveland Clinic joins Rs 10,000 crore healthcare hub
Maharashtra | Jun 11, 2026, 05:15 PM ISTMaharashtra has partnered with Cleveland Clinic, Brookfield and Arodhan Health City to develop the Navi Mumbai International MediCity, a USD 1.2 billion healthcare, research and medical tourism hub expected to create over 10,000 jobs.
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Punjab spends over Rs 84 crore on bone, joint and trauma care under Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana
India | Jun 03, 2026, 03:51 PM ISTMore than 45 lakh Punjabis enrolled under Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana, and orthopaedic treatments emerge among top healthcare services.
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Big shake-up in Delhi health department as over 40 doctors, other CPA staff transferred
Delhi | Jun 01, 2026, 11:41 PM ISTThe Delhi government has carried out a major restructuring of the Central Procurement Agency, transferring more than 40 employees, including doctors, paramedical staff and administrative personnel.
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The Ultimate care model: A roadmap for health insurance in tier-II and tier-III cities
Brand Content | May 05, 2026, 10:11 AM ISTThe government is actively committed to extending the national healthcare network, ensuring that skilled medical professionals and cutting-edge medical technology reach even the most remote villages.
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Kotak Mahindra Mutual Fund raises stake in this recently listed stock, check share price
Market | Mar 16, 2026, 02:08 PM ISTKotak Mahindra Mutual Fund has increased its stake in Park Medi World to 5.03 per cent after purchasing additional shares. The hospital chain stock is in focus as brokerage Nuvama maintains a BUY call with a target price of Rs 280.
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Why preventive health check-ups became non-negotiable in 2025
Health | Jan 02, 2026, 10:18 AM ISTIn 2025, preventive healthcare moved into focus as doctors across India reported rising lifestyle diseases and late-stage diagnoses. Here’s why routine health check-ups became essential, what they include, and how they help catch silent illnesses early.
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Ultrahuman launches Vision Cloud app, free health interpreter in India: Details
Technology | Nov 08, 2025, 03:29 PM ISTUltrahuman, a global leader in health technology, has launched Vision Cloud, the world’s first free universal health interpreter. Users can now upload any past blood report into the Ultrahuman app and get instant AI-backed insights, supplement suggestions, Blood Age score, and a clinician summary.
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TMC to hold statewide protests against medicine price hike from today, check their demands
Kolkata | Apr 04, 2025, 07:10 AM ISTWest Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee announced statewide TMC protests on April 4–5 against the Centre’s decision to hike medicine prices and GST on medical insurance. Over 700 essential drugs were affected.
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Gujarat: 406 healthcare workers terminated in Sabarkantha for striking over pending demands
Gujarat | Mar 25, 2025, 10:31 PM ISTThe workers have been demanding their inclusion in technical cadres, grade-pay revisions, and cancellation of departmental examinations.
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Jharkhand presents Rs 1.45 lakh cr budget for FY 2025-26, key focus on healthcare, education
Jharkhand | Mar 03, 2025, 01:39 PM ISTThe Jharkhand government presents its first budget for FY 2025-26, focusing on healthcare, agriculture, education, infrastructure, and innovation with a total allocation of Rs 1.45 lakh crore.
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Ayushman Bharat Scheme in Delhi: Free healthcare for residents? Benefits explained | In pics
India | Feb 19, 2025, 11:19 AM ISTThe newly-formed BJP government in Delhi has announced the implementation of the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY), offering free healthcare to eligible residents. The BJP has also proposed increasing the benefit to Rs 10 lakh per family per year.
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Ayushman Bharat Yojana: How to apply for Ayushman Card online, check eligibility
Personal Finance | Jan 29, 2025, 04:28 PM ISTThe Ayushman Bharat Yojana (PMJAY) provides free healthcare benefits of up to Rs 5 lakh per year to eligible individuals. Know how to check your eligibility, apply online via pmjay.gov.in, or visit a Common Service Center (CSC) for offline registration. Start your application now!
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Ayushman Bharat Yojana: Free treatment up to Rs 10 Lakh in select states | IN PICS
India | Jan 24, 2025, 09:26 PM ISTKnow how the Ayushman Bharat Scheme provides free medical treatment up to Rs 10 lakh in select states like Gujarat and Delhi. Know about the benefits, enhanced coverage, and the government’s efforts to reduce healthcare costs for millions.
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GST Council postpones decision on reducing tax for life, health insurance premiums
Business | Dec 21, 2024, 02:41 PM ISTThe GST Council has postponed its decision on reducing tax rates for life and health insurance premiums. With further deliberations planned for January, key proposals include exemptions on term life insurance and premiums for senior citizens.
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UnitedHealthcare CEO murder: Suspect charged with terrorism, anger at healthcare industry
World | Dec 18, 2024, 08:07 AM ISTLuigi Mangione, accused in the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, faces terrorism charges. Know about the motive, arrest details, and how this shocking act has reignited debates over healthcare in the US.
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3 COEs in AI will emerge as temples of global public good: Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan
Education | Oct 15, 2024, 04:54 PM ISTEducation Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has today launched three AI centres of excellence focused on healthcare, agriculture, and sustainable cities in New Delhi.
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New AI tool to help reduce death risk in hospitalised patients
Science | Sep 16, 2024, 01:35 PM ISTA team of researchers, led by an Indian-origin scientist, has developed an AI-based system to help reduce unexpected deaths by identifying hospitalized patients at high risk of rapid health deterioration, which is a leading cause of unplanned ICU admissions.