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Delhi HC backs NMC: Fragmented foreign medical degrees not enough for FMGE eligibility
The Delhi High Court has upheld the NMC’s decision to deny FMGE eligibility to Indian medical graduates whose education was completed across multiple foreign institutions. Calling such fragmented study a potential threat to medical standards and public interest, the court backed strict verification of foreign degrees to prevent unqualified or fraudulent candidates from entering India’s healthcare system.
National Nutrition Week 2026: పిల్లల ఎదుగుదలకు ఈ 5 స్మార్ట్ న్యూట్రిషన్ ఎంపికలు
ప్రతి సంవత్సరం సెప్టెంబర్ 1 నుంచి 7 వరకు National Nutrition Week నిర్వహిస్తారు. పిల్లల ఎదుగుదల, శారీరక అభివృద్ధి, ఏకాగ్రతకు సమతుల్య ఆహారం కీలకం. స్కూల్, టిఫిన్, ఆటలు, ఇతర కార్యకలాపాలతో బిజీగా ఉండే పిల్లలకు రోజువారీ ఆహారంలో అవసరమైన పోషకాలు అందుతున్నాయా అనే విషయాన్ని తల్లిదండ్రులు గమనించాలి.
Aster DM Quality Care's promoter bumps up stake with ₹350 cr share purchase
The Moopen family acquired 46.09 lakh equity shares of Aster DM Quality Care Limited, representing approximately 0.57 per cent of the company’s paid-up equity share capital, from TPG-backed Centella Mauritius Holdings Limited.
Smoking raises death risk by 55% in people with diabetes, global experts call for active quit treatment
The recommendations, published in Diabetes Research and Clinical Practice, are the first dedicated international consensus on smoking cessation specifically for people with type 2 diabetes. They were developed by 35 experts from 13 countries, including Indian diabetes specialist Dr Anoop Misra.
FSSAI plans curbs on high-fat food sales within 50 metres of schools, CEO Rajit Punhani says
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) is looking to tighten the food environment concerning students by trying to curb the sale of high-fat, sugar and salt (HFSS) food on campuses and within a 50-has said.
ఉదయం హెల్త్ డ్రింక్ తప్పనిసరిగా తాగాలా? నిపుణులు ఏం చెబుతున్నారంటే..
ఉదయం నిద్ర లేవగానే హెల్త్ డ్రింక్, డిటాక్స్ వాటర్ లేదా ప్రత్యేకమైన ఆరోగ్య పానీయం తీసుకోవడం ఆరోగ్యానికి తప్పనిసరి అనే భావన ఇటీవలి కాలంలో పెరిగింది. అయితే ప్రతి ఒక్కరికీ ఒకే రకమైన మార్నింగ్ డ్రింక్ అవసరం లేదని నిపుణులు చెబుతున్నారు. శరీరానికి అవసరమైన పోషకాలు ప్రధానంగా సమతుల్య ఆహారం నుంచి రావాలి. తగినంత నీరు తాగడం, మంచి నిద్ర, క్రమం తప్పని శారీరక శ్రమ కూడా ఆరోగ్యానికి కీలకమైనవి.
Max Saket adds 400 beds, emerges as Delhi’s largest private hospital by capacity
The expansion takes Max Saket’s total bed capacity to approximately 1,200, making it the largest private hospital in Delhi by bed capacity, according to Max Healthcare, as the healthcare major continues to expand its network and target 10,000 beds over the next three to four years.
Navratri Recipes According to Ayurveda: Best Light Fasting Meals for Better Digestion
Navratri fasting often begins with a simple intention: eat lighter and give the everyday routine a reset. Yet the fasting plate can quickly become heavy with fried snacks, potatoes, sweets and large portions of foods that are technically “vrat-friendly”. Ayurveda invites us to ask a different question. Instead of looking only at whether a food is allowed during a fast, it asks: How is it prepared, how much are you eating, and how does it feel after the meal? The goal is not to make food joyless or to stay hungry. It is to choose meals that are simple, freshly prepared and satisfying without making digestion work harder than necessary. If you are searching for Navratri recipes according to Ayurveda, two dishes from Maharishi Ayurveda’s fasting recipe video offer a practical place to begin: a colourful Samak Pulao Bowl and crisp Lauki Chips. Together, they turn familiar vrat ingredients into a complete meal that feels festive without becoming a feast. What Does Ayurveda Say About Fasting
UK NHS boss: Britain should learn from India’s healthcare system
Dash’s praise for India’s ability to deliver high-quality care to vast numbers of patients at scale through technology comes as the NHS attempts to improve productivity and digitise to manage a growing and aging population.
Scientists find genes linked to OCD, raising the prospect of new treatments
OCD is characterized by persistent intrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviors, while chronic tic disorders, including Tourette syndrome, involve sudden, repeated movements or vocalizations that are difficult to control.
భారత్లో ఫ్యాటీ లివర్, కొలొరెక్టల్ క్యాన్సర్ కేసులు పెరుగుతున్నాయా? ముందస్తు గుర్తింపే కీలకం
భారత్లో ఫ్యాటీ లివర్ వ్యాధి, కొలొరెక్టల్ క్యాన్సర్ వంటి జీవనశైలి సంబంధిత ఆరోగ్య సమస్యలపై నిపుణులు ఆందోళన వ్యక్తం చేస్తున్నారు. మారుతున్న ఆహారపు అలవాట్లు, శారీరక శ్రమ తగ్గడం, అధిక బరువు వంటి అంశాలు ఫ్యాటీ లివర్కు దారితీయవచ్చని వైద్యులు చెబుతున్నారు. మరోవైపు కొలొరెక్టల్ క్యాన్సర్ కేసులను ముందుగానే గుర్తించడం ద్వారా చికిత్స ఫలితాలను మెరుగుపరచవచ్చని నిపుణులు సూచిస్తున్నారు. ఆరోగ్యంపై అవగాహన పెంచడంతో పాటు అవసరమైన స్క్రీనింగ్, వైద్య పరీక్షలకు ప్రాధాన్యం ఇవ్వాలని సూచిస్తున్నారు.
Maharashtra government approves policy to eradicate drugs by 2029; awareness, strict action planned
Maharashtra is the first state in the country to undertake such a comprehensive campaign, involving coordination among various departments, to create a drug-free state, a statement issued by the government said.
What Is the Difference Between Regular Coconut Oil and Virgin Coconut Oil?
Coconut oil is a plant-based oil extracted from coconut, while virgin coconut oil is generally produced from fresh coconut meat using mechanical or minimal-processing methods. The main differences can include the source material, extraction process, refinement, aroma, flavour and intended use. Cold-pressed virgin coconut oil is typically less processed than refined coconut oil. Feature Virgin Coconut Oil Regular/Refined Coconut Oil Source Fresh coconut meat Usually dried coconut/copra Processing Minimal processing Refined, bleached and deodorized Aroma Natural coconut aroma Usually neutral Flavour Mild coconut flavour Generally neutral Colour May retain a natural appearance Usually more refined/neutral Antioxidant compounds May retain more naturally occurring compounds Some compounds may be reduced during processing Best suited for Cooking, skincare and haircare Higher-heat cooking and neutral-flavour recipes Ayu
Vitamin D3 more effective than Vitamin D2 in maintaining muscle, heart health: ICMR-NIN study
The study, titled "Dietary Vitamin D2 Is Less Potent Than Vitamin D3 at Maintaining or Restoring Structure and Metabolism of Skeletal Muscle and Heart in Male Rats", was published in Molecular Nutrition & Food Research.
Fortis Healthcare reviews Delhi HC ruling in Daiichi Sankyo case, may approach Supreme Court
In a significant development, Fortis Healthcare is assessing a recent decision from the Delhi High Court regarding the Daiichi Sankyo arbitration. The court's order for a forensic audit of earlier transactions poses a notable contingent liability for Fortis. Consequently, the company may explore the option of appealing to the Supreme Court, as this ruling could necessitate direct compensation to Daiichi Sankyo.
Permira to buy 25.71% in Cloudnine Hospitals parent: CCI filing
Permira, a leading global private equity firm, is ready to buy a significant stake in Cloudnine Hospitals, which places the parent company's valuation at approximately eleven thousand crore rupees. This acquisition involves purchasing the stake from existing investor True North Capital. The deal awaits appropriate regulatory clearances, and Cloudnine is also exploring acquisitions of further hospital ventures.
Use of Indian languages key in improving reach of healthcare services: Nadda
Chairing the second meeting of the health ministry's Hindi Advisory Committee in Delhi, Nadda said the country was moving beyond the colonial influence of the Western world towards greater use of Indian languages, and language was an important means of strengthening "Indianness".
క్యాన్సర్ చికిత్సలో కొత్త విప్లవానికి ఎంఆర్ఎన్ఏ కణితి టీకాలు నాంది పలుకుతున్నాయా?
క్యాన్సర్ చికిత్సలో వ్యక్తిగతీకరించిన ఎంఆర్ఎన్ఏ కణితి టీకాలు కొత్త దశకు నాంది పలికే అవకాశాలు కనిపిస్తున్నాయి. మెలనోమాతో బాధపడుతున్న అధిక ప్రమాద రోగులపై నిర్వహించిన మూడో దశ ప్రయోగంలో, వ్యక్తిగతీకరించిన ఎంఆర్ఎన్ఏ టీకాను రోగనిరోధక చికిత్సతో కలిపి ఇవ్వడం వల్ల క్యాన్సర్ తిరిగి వచ్చే ప్రమాదం, ఇతర అవయవాలకు వ్యాపించే ప్రమాదం తగ్గినట్లు ఫలితాలు సూచిస్తున్నాయి. ప్రతి రోగి కణితిలోని ప్రత్యేక జన్యు మార్పులను గుర్తించి, వాటిని లక్ష్యంగా చేసుకునేలా టీకాను రూపొందించడం ఈ విధానంలోని ప్రత్యేకత.
Surge in H1N1 cases isn’t unusual, vigilance remains key: Doctors
Rising H1N1 cases across Delhi, Karnataka and other parts of the country have triggered heightened surveillance, but doctors and ICMR say the uptick reflects seasonal influenza patterns, with no new or unusually virulent strain detected.
Drug-resistant infections kill more, cost more: ICMR study
Published in The Lancet Regional Health–Southeast Asia, the study analysed 1.6 lakh hospitalised patients between April 2022 and April 2025, including patients at Hinduja Hospital in Mahim. Of these, 26,213 had infections caused by four major Gram-negative bacteria—E coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Acinetobacter baumannii and Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
Simple Prasad Recipes with Ghee for Ganesh Chaturthi
Ganesh Chaturthi brings with it a familiar kitchen rhythm: coconut being grated, cardamom being crushed, ghee warming in a pan and modaks taking shape one by one. Prasad is more than a festive sweet. It is food prepared with attention, shared with family and enjoyed as part of a meaningful celebration. And that is exactly why what goes into it matters.There is no need for you to complicate a traditional recipe for dip with ghee into a 'diet' version if you are looking for simple Prasad recipes with ghee for Ganesh Chaturthi. There is no reason why a more conscious modak couldn't be just as jubilant.The easier way to do is simple: choose good-quality ingredients, keep the recipe uncomplicated and use sweetness thoughtfully. Three essential items in the pantry can do the bulk of the work this Ganesh Chaturthi: Pure Organic Ghee for richness, Organic Jaggery Powder for deep caramel like sweetness and Organic Honey for no-cook or cooled festive preparations. They combine to provide a conve
What Are the Benefits and Uses of Organic Cow Ghee?
Organic cow ghee is clarified butter made from cow's milk produced under organic farming practices. In Ayurveda, ghee is traditionally valued as a nourishing food and is used in cooking, daily wellness practices and certain classical preparations. It is primarily composed of fat and is also associated with traditional Ayurvedic concepts such as Agni, Ojas, Medhya and Rasayana. Organic Cow Ghee at a Glance Feature Details What is it? Clarified butter made from cow's milk Ayurvedic name Ghrita Main nutrient Dietary fat Common uses Cooking, traditional Ayurvedic practices and topical use Traditional Ayurvedic qualities Nourishing and unctuous Traditional associations Agni, Ojas, Medhya and Rasayana Preparation Milk → curd → butter → slow heating → ghee Cultured ghee Made by churning cultured curd into butter Daily use Best considered in the context of overall diet and individual needs Key consideration Ghee is calorie-
