Health

Andhra Pradesh Ends Sterilisation Incentives, Turns to Pro‑Birth Policies

The state government has withdrawn financial incentives for sterilisation procedures and announced a new focus on measures to encourage higher birth rates.

24 Sep 2026

Andhra Pradesh Ends Sterilisation Incentives, Prioritises Birth Promotion

The Andhra Pradesh government has withdrawn financial incentives for sterilisation procedures and announced a shift in policy to encourage higher birth rates.

24 Sep 2026

Meghalaya and Mizoram Top India's Clean-Air Rankings, WHO Report Shows

World Health Organization data released this week places Meghalaya and Mizoram as the Indian states with the best air quality.

24 Sep 2026

Sikkim Chief Minister Urges Boost to Ayurveda and Preventive Healthcare

The Sikkim chief minister called for greater emphasis on Ayurveda and preventive health measures, urging the state to strengthen these sectors.

24 Sep 2026

Mizoram BJP chief K Beichhua hails Ayushman Bharat as a game‑changer for Indian healthcare

BJP state president K Beichhua said the Ayushman Bharat scheme has fundamentally transformed healthcare delivery across India.

24 Sep 2026

Arunachal to Equip 393 Health Centres with Solar Power under Energy for Health Scheme

The Arunachal Pradesh government announced that 393 government health centres will receive solar power installations under the Energy for Health initiative, aiming to ensure reliable electricity for medical services.

24 Sep 2026

Cabinet Approves New State Dialysis Centre to Boost Kidney Care

The state cabinet gave its nod to the establishment of a dedicated dialysis centre, aiming to expand renal treatment capacity.

24 Sep 2026

Health team walks 11 km to remote Dantewada village, finds four critical patients

A medical outreach team trekked 11 kilometres to a remote village in Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh, and identified four patients in critical condition.

24 Sep 2026

Chhattisgarh holds workshop to assess district mental‑health gaps and suicide‑prevention

State officials gathered in Chhattisgarh for a workshop aimed at reviewing gaps in district mental‑health services and strengthening suicide‑prevention strategies.

24 Sep 2026

Chhattisgarh Initiates Review of Mental Health Services Amid Staff and Medicine Shortages

The state government of Chhattisgarh has launched a review of its mental health infrastructure after reporting shortages of qualified personnel and essential medicines.

24 Sep 2026

Gujarat CM inaugurates ₹910 crore tribal healthcare hub in Vyara

Gujarat Chief Minister inaugurated a ₹910 crore tribal healthcare hub in Vyara, aimed at strengthening medical infrastructure for tribal communities.

24 Sep 2026

Maharashtra FDA chief Tukaram Mundhe backs President Murmu's appeal to film stars over health endorsements

Maharashtra FDA commissioner Tukaram Mundhe has voiced support for President Droupadi Murmu's appeal urging film celebrities to be cautious while endorsing health-related products.

24 Sep 2026