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Jammu, Jul 17 (PTI) Asserting that doctors must never bear the brunt of violence, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday said that strict action has been directed in the recent case of assault of a female doctor at a government hospital in Jammu. Irate over the death of a patient at the Government Medical College (GMC) Jammu, his attendants allegedly assaulted a female doctor on Wednesday, triggering protests and a strike by junior doctors. The Doctors Association Jammu (DAJ ...Read More >
Jammu, Jul 17 (PTI) Asserting that doctors must never bear the brunt of violence, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday said that strict action has been directed in the recent case of assault of a female doctor at a government hospital in Jammu. Irate over the death of a patient at the Government Medical College (GMC) Jammu, his attendants allegedly assaulted a female doctor on Wednesday, triggering protests and a strike by junior doctors. The Doctors Association Jammu (DAJ ...Read More >
Pune: The ongoing pre-non-interlocking and non-interlocking works to develop the Hadapsar railway station would affect trains' movement in the Daund-Pune section this week from Thursday till Sunday. A total of 17 trains, including DEMUs from Pune to Daund and Baramati to Pune, Pune-Harangul Express (01487), Harangul-Pune Express (01488), Solapur-Pune Intercity Superfast Express (12169) and Pune-Solapur Intercity Express (12170), would remain cancelled on Sunday (July 20), a railway official said ...Read More >
Srinagar, Jul 15: Over a decade since the devastating floods of 2014 rendered a major part of the Bone and Joint Hospital here 'unsafe', the new building funded by World Bank as part of Jhelum-Tawi Flood Recovery Project was inaugurated today by J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah. The new hospital building is expected to alleviate the inconveniences faced by patients and doctors at the congested, dilapidated existing structures. The new state-of-art building is a G+5 structure with modular opera ...Read More >
Patna: While the monsoon brings respite from the heat, the threat of vector-borne diseases also increases during this time of the year.According to official data, so far 62 dengue cases have been registered in Patna district, along with seven chikungunya. Health experts have warned people to remain cautious as the peak season is just ahead.Officials said of the total 62 dengue cases, the majority were from the capital. When asked about the steps being taken by the department as cases are expecte ...Read More >
New Delhi, July 14 (SocialNews.XYZ) Dietary approaches like intermittent energy restriction, time-restricted eating, and continuous energy restriction can all improve blood sugar levels and body weight in people with obesity and type 2 diabetes, according to a study. Although researchers identified improved HbA1c levels, and adverse events were similar across the three groups, the IER group showed greater advantages in reducing fasting blood glucose, improving insulin sensitivity, lowering trig ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 14 (ANI): Paying rich tribute to Dr Bidhan Chandra Roy, the world-renowned physician and doyen of medical academics, Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh on Sunday invoked Dr B C Roy's legacy to emphasise the importance of restoring doctor-patient trust which was the hallmark of Dr Roy's era in the first half of the 20th century, Ministry of Science & Technology said. Dr Jitendra Singh, as the Chief Guest, was speaking at the Doctors' Day celebration organised by the nationa ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 14 (ANI): Paying rich tribute to Dr Bidhan Chandra Roy, the world-renowned physician and doyen of medical academics, Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh on Sunday invoked Dr B C Roy's legacy to emphasise the importance of restoring doctor-patient trust which was the hallmark of Dr Roy's era in the first half of the 20th century, Ministry of Science & Technology said. Dr Jitendra Singh, as the Chief Guest, was speaking at the Doctors' Day celebration organised by the nationa ...Read More >
NEW DELHI, July 13 : Paying rich tribute to Dr Bidhan Chandra Roy, the world renowned physician and doyen of medical academics, Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh today invoked Dr B.C. Roy's legacy to emphasise the importance of restoring doctor-patient trust which was the hallmark of Dr Roy's times in the first half of the 20th century. Dr Jitendra Singh was, as chief guest, speaking at the Doctors Day celebration organized by the national body of the Indian Medical Association (IMA) here. Nat ...Read More >
Ranchi: JMM president and chief minister Hemant Soren on Sunday said the official X account of his party has been hacked, prompting him to order a police investigation into it.Apart from expressing concern over the breach, the chief minister appealed to the Elon Musk-owned social media giant to take cognisance of the matter.Party members said at 12:12 am on Sunday, the hackers posted a suspicious link along with an image of a rodent on the JMM's X account, which was immediately flagged by Hemant ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 14 (ANI): Paying rich tribute to Dr Bidhan Chandra Roy, the world-renowned physician and doyen of medical academics, Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh on Sunday invoked Dr B C Roy legacy to emphasise the importance of restoring doctor-patient trust which was the hallmark of Dr Roy era in the first half of the 20th century, Ministry of Science & Technology said. Dr Jitendra Singh, as the Chief Guest, was speaking at the Doctors Day celebration organised by the national bod ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar, Jul 13 (PTI) The health condition of a 20-year-old college student, who immolated herself over an alleged sexual harassment incident in Odisha's Balasore district, remained critical, with doctors at AIIMS Bhubaneswar starting her dialysis as part of the initiation of renal replacement therapy, a treating medical practitioner said. The second-year student of the integrated B Ed programme at Fakir Mohan (Autonomous) College in Balasore had on Saturday set herself on fire, demanding a ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], July 12 (ANI): Odisha Leader of Opposition and former Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik returned to Bhubaneswar on Saturday after undergoing a medical procedure for cervical arthritis in Mumbai. He arrived at his residence, Naveen Niwas, to a rousing welcome from supporters and well-wishers who gathered along the route from the airport. He underwent a medical procedure for cervical arthritis in Mumbai on June 22. Also Read | Maharashtra Bandh on July 14: Bars and Perm ...Read More >
The institute offers services across 160 specialities and super-specialities, supported by numerous laboratories and advanced diagnostic facilities. The PGIMER, Chandigarh, is set to celebrate its 62nd Institute Foundation Day on July 7, 2025, marking over six decades of dedicated service in medical education, research, and patient care. The institute will host Dr Rajiv Bahl, Secretary to the Government of India, Department of Health Research and Director General of the Indian Council of Medic ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: The Uttar Pradesh administration has strengthened security arrangements across several districts including Lucknow, Sambhal, and Moradabad to ensure peace and avoid any disruption, as Muharram processions and the Kanwar Yatra are being held at the same time.Large crowds gathered for Muharram processions across different regions, while preparations for the Kanwar Yatra are also underway. Police personnel have been deployed in all sensitive areas, and surveillance is being carried out u ...Read More >
Guwahati, July 6: The outbreak of Japanese Encephalitis (JE) in Assam has taken a worrying turn, with the Gauhati Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) reporting 13 deaths linked to the disease in the past three months. According to hospital authorities, a total of 57 encephalitis patients have been admitted to GMCH during this period. As of Friday, 47 patients are currently undergoing treatment at the hospital. In the past 24 hours alone, GMCH admitted 10 new JE cases, indicating a sharp surge ...Read More >
Mumbai: In a major step to strengthen the fight against tuberculosis (TB), the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has announced the launch of special outpatient departments (OPDs) dedicated to TB care in all 16 of its suburban hospitals. This initiative aims to ensure timely diagnosis, specialist consultation, and free treatment for TB patients closer to their homes. Mumbai continues to witness a high TB burden, with over 53,638 new cases reported in 2024 alone. On average, the city sees ...Read More >
Former TMC MP Dr. Santanu Sen was suspended for two years by the West Bengal Medical Council for allegedly falsely claiming a foreign medical degree. Former TMC Rajya Sabha MP and eminent doctor Santanu Sen was on Thursday suspended by the West Bengal Medical Council for allegedly making unsubstantiated claims about possessing a foreign medical degree during practice, a senior official said. Sen had been removed from the council as a nominated member last year after openly differing with the r ...Read More >
Hyderabad, July 3 (SocialNews.XYZ) Former Telangana chief minister and Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) president K. Chandrasekhar Rao was Thursday admitted to a private hospital here. Doctors at Yashoda Hospitals, Somajiguda advised admission after he complained of general weakness. The condition of the former chief minister is stable, they said. According to a statement from the hospital, preliminary investigations revealed high blood sugar and low sodium levels. All other vital parameters are ...Read More >
Hyderabad: While rice remains a staple comfort food across Telangana, its dominance in daily meals is raising serious health concerns. According to the 'Nutritional Intake in India' report by the Union Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation, Telangana recorded the highest urban per capita calorie intake in the country for 2023-24, averaging 2,455 calories per day. The spike in caloric intake is primarily driven by a rice-heavy diet. More than 43% of daily calories in urban Telanga ...Read More >
India will observe National Doctor's Day on July 1. The day acknowledges doctors' dedication. The 2025 theme is 'Behind the Mask: Who Heals the Healers?'. It highlights the mental health of doctors. The day commemorates Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy. He was a physician and former Chief Minister of West Bengal. Events will include ceremonies and campaigns. India marks National Doctor's Day on July 1 every year to recognise the tireless service, dedication, and compassion of the country's medical profes ...Read More >
Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 2 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha participated in a special aarti at the Jammu Tawi riverfront. Sinha also visited the Amarnath Yatri Niwas base camp on Tuesday evening. After inspecting the Yatri Niwas base camp, Sinha stated that the security arrangements for the Yatra are more robust than ever before. 'I have witnessed the last four Yatras. The arrangements are better than ever, as far as the security and convenience of pilgr ...Read More >
Mumbai: With the monsoon picking up, the city reported 884 malaria cases last month, nearly double of June 2024's 443 cases, shows BMC's data. Chikungunya saw a concerning jump -- from zero to 21 cases in the same period.According to the BMC data, Mumbai recorded 105 cases of dengue and 936 of gastroenteritis last month. Doctors said admissions surged in the month but no mortality was reported. Monsoon arrived in the city on May 26, a fortnight earlier than the usual onset date of June 11, which ...Read More >
MADURAI: Likening the custodial murder of Ajith Kumar in Tiruppuvanam to an 'organised crime by police where the state kills its own citizens,' Madras high court lambasted the Tamil Nadu police and said the action against the perpetrators should be more stringent than in normal murder cases.A division bench of Justice S M Subramaniam and Justice A D Maria Clete pointed to 44 external injuries on the person of Ajith Kumar and said no part of the body was spared by the delinquent cops. "Even an or ...Read More >
BOMDILA, 1 Jul: Marking the birth anniversary of the legendary Dr Bidhan Chandra Roy, a renowned physician and former chief minister of West Bengal, the 4/9 Gorkha Regiment (GR) of RR Hills observed the National Doctors' Day at Modern School here in West Kameng district on Tuesday. Speaking on the occasion, Havildar Ramu Bhusal said, "Doctors bring us smiles, provide treatment, and dedicate their time to us, working 24/7." Highlighting the contributions of doctors, he emphasized that people mu ...Read More >
Srinagar, July 1: In 2025, National Doctors' Day will be observed on July 1. This day provides an opportunity for everyone to acknowledge and appreciate the hard work and commitment of doctors. The tradition of National Doctors' Day in India began on July 1, 1991, in honor of Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy, a distinguished physician and the second Chief Minister of West Bengal. Dr. Roy's remarkable contributions to medical education and public health have left a lasting impact on the healthcare system ...Read More >
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday led the nation in celebrating National Doctor's Day, extending his heartfelt greetings to the medical fraternity for their selfless service and dedication. The day, which honours the legacy of the renowned physician and former West Bengal Chief Minister Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy, is being observed this year with the poignant theme, "Behind the Mask: Who Heals the Healers?", focusing on the well-being of the doctors themselves. Pillars of Humanity, ...Read More >
New Delhi, July 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) Union Health Minister JP Nadda on Tuesday hailed doctors for their unshakable sense of duty, and selfless service to humanity. National Doctors' Day is marked every year on March 30 to honour the contributions of medical practitioners across the country. "On National Doctor's Day, I extend my heartfelt greetings to all doctors for their selfless service to humanity. Their round-the-clock dedication brings hope and saves countless lives every single day," Nadd ...Read More >
Mumbai: Three children aged 12 to 16 died of disseminated tuberculosis (TB) at one of the major public hospitals in the city over the last month not due to lack of treatment but because private general practitioners failed to diagnose the disease early.Disseminated TB refers to the spread of the disease from the lungs to other organs. Sometimes, even chest physicians miss its signs in paediatric patients. For instance, a 15-year-old girl was sent to the hospital as a drug-resistant TB (DR-TB) pa ...Read More >
Patna: Who saves the saviour -- this is a million-dollar question modern-day medical practitioners face. Long working hours, huge patient load and emotional stress witnessing deaths on a day-to-day basis takes a toll on their mental health. Doctors fight their own silent battles: their mental well-being, behind stoic masks worn in hospitals. This year's theme of National Doctors' Day, marked on July 1 -- 'Behind the Mask: Who Heals the Healers?' -- highlights this often-overlooked struggle.Dr Sa ...Read More >
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