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Remain fully vigilant, says JP Nadda at meeting to review Ebola preparedness

EVD is a viral haemorrhagic fever caused by infection with the Bundibugyo virus strain of Ebola Virus. (X/JPNadda)
Published on May 25, 2026 07:08 pm IST

Karnataka launches drug monitoring portal for NSQ detection, NDPS misuse

Karnataka launches drug monitoring portal for NSQ detection, NDPS misuse
Published on May 14, 2026 05:28 pm IST

UP govt sacks 5 docs, orders action against 16 health officials

The government also ordered departmental disciplinary proceedings against 16 medical officers, including a CMO and a deputy CMO, over alleged irregularities in the registration and renewal process of private hospitals, nursing homes and ultrasound centres. (Pic for representation)
Published on May 08, 2026 06:21 pm IST

UP govt sacks five doctors, orders action against 16 health officials for negligence

UP govt sacks five doctors, orders action against 16 health officials for negligence
Published on May 08, 2026 11:09 am IST

Over 300 crore spent on sehat yojana so far: Dr Balbir

Health and family welfare minister Dr Balbir Singh said on Friday that over 300 crore worth of treatment has been provided so far under the Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana, which is further strengthened by a 2,000 crore allocation in the Punjab budget 2026–27 to sustain and expand its benefits.
Published on Apr 11, 2026 04:40 am IST

‘No work, no pay’ for striking nurses, says Punjab health minister

Health minister Dr Balbir Singh on Thursday warned the protesting nurses to resume duties or face action.
Published on Apr 10, 2026 06:44 am IST

Health Dept focusing on reforms, says Karnataka Minister Rao

Health Dept focusing on reforms, says Karnataka Minister Rao
Published on Mar 17, 2026 10:19 pm IST

Andhra govt to set up 35 new waiting homes for tribal pregnant women

Andhra govt to set up 35 new waiting homes for tribal pregnant women
Published on Mar 17, 2026 07:15 pm IST

Health minister slams SGPC, seeks clarification on Giani Raghbir’s allegations

Health minister Dr Balbir Singh
Published on Feb 21, 2026 07:32 am IST

Kidney racket: TN Health Minister Subramanian says legal technicalities misused

Kidney racket: TN Health Minister Subramanian says legal technicalities misused
Published on Oct 16, 2025 08:19 pm IST

Punjab unveils new awards policy for doctors

The Punjab government on Wednesday introduced a policy to honour doctors for outstanding services. Announcing this, health and family welfare minister Dr Balbir Singh said this new merit-based system will be implemented by the health department to confer the awards at a function, reflecting the state’s commitment to valuing the contribution of doctors who are the backbone of health services. (HT File)
Published on Sept 25, 2025 07:46 am IST

At least 80 cases, 21 deaths due to amoebic meningoencephalitis in Kerala

George attributed the increased reporting to Kerala's proactive approach since 2023, insisting on investigating every encephalitis case to determine its cause.
Published on Sept 23, 2025 11:19 pm IST

Who is Elisabet Lann? Sweden’s health minister collapses at press conference

Elisabet Lann collapses moments after being named Sweden’s new health minister.
Published on Sept 10, 2025 03:36 am IST

34 health institutions to get new CT scan machines: Himachal health minister

Himachal health and family affairs minister Dr (Col) Dhani Ram Shandil (File)
Published on Sept 05, 2025 06:08 am IST

Itoo vows action against doctors for closing emergency, OT at SMHS

Jammu and Kashmir health minister Sakina Itoo on Friday vowed action against the protesting doctors who closed emergency, operation theatre and wards at Shri Maharaja Hari Singh (SMHS) hospital during protests after an attendant had assaulted a resident doctor on Wednesday night. (Getty Images/iStockphoto/ Representational image)
Published on Jul 25, 2025 10:15 pm IST

Health minister visits Moga, checks on actor Tania’s stepfather after shooting

Health minister Dr Balbir Singh visited Moga on Sunday, where Dr Aniljit Kamboj, stepfather of popular film actor Tania is being treated at a superspecialty hospital for gunshot wounds. (HT Photo)
Published on Jul 07, 2025 09:14 am IST

21k participate in ‘CM di Yogshala’ event in Jalandhar

As many as 21,000 yoga enthusiasts participated in a state-level ‘CM Di Yogshala’ event held at the PAP Ground in Jalandhar on Thursday. (HT Photo)
Published on Jun 20, 2025 09:58 am IST

Punjab govt bars Solan firm for supplying sub-standard IV saline

Representational image.
Published on Jun 13, 2025 09:30 am IST

Goa doctors call off planned strike after meet with CM, expect official apology

Goa chief minister Pramod Sawant. (File Photo)
Published on Jun 10, 2025 06:19 pm IST

Won't apologise for standing up for patient denied care: Goa minister

Won't apologise for standing up for patient denied care: Goa minister
Updated on Oct 06, 2025 10:28 pm IST

Controversy should never have occurred: Langate MLA over AAP MLA’s booking

Awami Ittihaad Party (AIP) senior leader and Langate legislator Sheikh Khursheed (File)
Published on May 31, 2025 08:42 am IST

No leave for Haryana health department officials

All officers and employees have been directed to ensure that no person leaves the district headquarters and remains present at their workplace. (HT File)
Published on May 09, 2025 05:02 am IST

Ludhiana: After 2 years, civil hospital ICU reopens as new posts sanctioned

Health minister Balbir Singh inaugurated the ICU at civil hospital in Ludhiana on Wednesday. (HT Photo)
Published on May 08, 2025 05:58 am IST

Ludhiana civil hospital ICU to reopen by month end after two years

A view of an ICU ward in civil hospital in Ludhiana. (HT Photo)
Published on Apr 22, 2025 06:36 am IST

ASHA workers strike: Minister Veena George defends Delhi visit, accuses media

ASHA workers strike: Minister Veena George defends Delhi visit, accuses media
Updated on Mar 21, 2025 02:08 pm IST

UDF backs ASHAs’ stir for better wages in Kerala

Leader of Opposition in Kerala Assembly VD Satheesan, centre, and other UDF MLAs take part in a protest march in support of ASHA workers protesting against the Kerala government since February 10, demanding post-retirement benefits and a hike in their honorarium, in Thiruvananthapuram, on Thursday. (PTI)
Published on Mar 21, 2025 09:04 am IST

Himachal to get hi-tech testing labs: Shandil

Health minister Dhani Ram Shandil said here today that hi-tech testing labs would be established across the state and existing labs would be strengthened to perform high volume tests. (Sourced)
Published on Mar 05, 2025 08:12 am IST