Health

Maharashtra Bans Fake Paneer

The state of Maharashtra has taken a significant step by banning fake paneer to ensure consumer safety. This move aims to protect consumers from adulterated dairy products.

05 Aug 2026

Maharashtra Hotels Face FDA Crackdown

The FDA has launched a crackdown on hotels in Maharashtra, sparking a fresh face-off with the state's hotel industry. The move has raised concerns among hotel owners and operators.

05 Aug 2026

Maharashtra Resident Doctors Launch Indefinite Strike Over BHMS Registration

Resident doctors in Maharashtra have commenced an indefinite strike demanding recognition of their BHMS qualifications by the Maharashtra Medical Council. The protest aims to secure proper registration and professional rights for the specialists.

05 Aug 2026

12,000 Maharashtra Doctors to Boycott OPD Today, Emergency Services Tomorrow

A coalition of 12,000 doctors in Maharashtra announced a strike, starting with outpatient departments today and extending to emergency services tomorrow.

05 Aug 2026

Sikkim Tackles Fertility Crisis

Sikkim is addressing its fertility crisis with IVF treatments due to late marriages and low birth rates. The state is taking measures to combat this issue.

05 Aug 2026

Nagaland On High Alert

Nagaland has issued a health alert after a suspected case of meningococcal disease. The state is taking precautions to prevent the spread of the disease.

05 Aug 2026

Himachal Pradesh Launches Health Insurance

Himachal Pradesh is set to launch a health insurance scheme covering 10 lakh families. The initiative aims to provide financial protection to families against medical expenses.

05 Aug 2026

Himachal Launches ₹10 Lakh Health Scheme

Himachal Pradesh to introduce a new health insurance scheme with ₹10 lakh coverage, as announced by Chief Minister Sukhu. The scheme aims to provide comprehensive health coverage to the state's residents.

05 Aug 2026

Punjab Lacks Mechanism to Control Private Hospital Charges Six Years After Clinical Establishments Law

Despite the 2018 Clinical Establishments Act, Punjab still has no system to regulate private hospital charges, leaving patients exposed to high costs.

05 Aug 2026

Fetal Death in Jalandhar Private Hospital Sparks Negligence Allegations

A fetus died in a private hospital in Jalandhar, prompting a public outcry and accusations of medical negligence against the attending doctor.

05 Aug 2026

Centre Green‑Lights Rs 100 Crore Yoga & Naturopathy Institute Near Guntur

The Indian government has approved a ₹100 crore investment to establish a Yoga and Naturopathy research institute near Guntur in Andhra Pradesh.

05 Aug 2026

Maharashtra Doctors Announce Statewide Strike Over Homeopathy Registration Dispute

Doctors across Maharashtra have called for a statewide strike to protest a dispute over the registration of homeopathy practitioners.

05 Aug 2026