Delhi PG collapse: A five-storey boys’ paying guest building in Satya Niketan, near Delhi University’s South Campus, has killed at least five students, with rescue teams still searching for those feared trapped. Delhi CM Rekha Gupta ordered a magisterial probe and an FIR against the owner, with preliminary reports pointing to basement renovation work and possible pillar shift; AIIMS trauma centre received multiple injured, while locals and students formed human chains to clear debris. Public health & safety: The tragedy has reignited demands for safety audits of student housing and stricter enforcement of fire and construction norms across Delhi. Healthcare policy: India’s customs has been told to manually verify licences and documents for imported drugs and medical devices due to gaps in the SWIFT 2.0 single-window system, as CDSCO checklists are not fully integrated. Infectious disease research: A Bengaluru-led team used machine learning and simulations to identify new tuberculosis KasA inhibitor candidates, aiming to speed up next-gen anti-TB drug discovery. Senior care market: India’s senior living segment is projected to grow 4x to cross ₹1 trillion by 2030, with demand rising fastest in Tier II/III cities and care-linked housing expanding. Animal health: A Mumbai NGO launched pet microchipping camps to store identity and medical history digitally for faster lost-and-found recovery. Festive injuries: Dahi Handi celebrations in Mumbai saw 383 Govindas injured, with 53 still admitted.
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Rabies Vaccine Crackdown: India’s drug regulator flagged the Abhayrab rabies vaccine batch KE25012 as “Not of Standard Quality” and misbranded after potency failure, with raids pointing to an unlicensed Delhi premises and arrests—raising fears of counterfeit doses in a disease that’s nearly always fatal after symptoms. Diabetes Care Reality Check: Doctors say HbA1c alone can miss what’s happening day to day; they look at glucose patterns and whether heart, kidney, eye and nerve risks are being protected. Peptide Safety Warning: AIIMS experts cautioned against the rising “peptide” trend for weight loss and longevity, stressing that experimental compounds aren’t the same as proven medicines and should not be used without supervision. Hospital Violence: In Maharashtra, Shiv Sena workers allegedly assaulted hospital staff over a bill dispute; a case was lodged against 17. Delhi Building Collapse: A five-storey student PG in Satya Niketan collapsed; rescue teams pulled out students, with reports of one death and multiple critical injuries as agencies worked on a war footing. Maharashtra Mental Health Gap: Maharashtra’s district hospitals lack functional inpatient psychiatric beds, forcing patients to travel long distances for admission. Public Health Enforcement (Food): Maharashtra FDA chief Tukaram Mundhe said his crackdown is about public health, citing thousands of actions against food and drug violations. Fit India Push: “Sundays on Cycle” events in Gujarat promoted a drug-free lifestyle alongside fitness and cleanliness drives.
Surgery Access: Mpilo Central Hospital in Bulawayo becomes the first public facility in Zimbabwe to offer complex knee surgeries and total hip replacements after training local orthopaedic surgeons via an Italy-Scotland expert visit. Public Health Policy: Delhi’s Ayushman Arogya Mandirs are replacing Mohalla Clinics, but some former staff say salary dues are still pending. Drug Safety: India’s drug regulator flagged a rabies vaccine batch (Abhayrab/KE25012) as substandard and possibly spurious; the manufacturer disputes that the seized vials were made by it. Maternal Care Gaps: Bhiwandi’s IGM Hospital reportedly relies on on-call gynaecologists for C-sections, raising concerns about timely maternity services. Cardiac Warning: Doctors warn that straining during toilet use can spike heart stress and trigger emergencies in people with heart disease, diabetes or uncontrolled BP. Injury Surge: Dahi Handi celebrations across Mumbai and nearby areas saw multiple deaths and a sharp rise in injuries, with hospitals reporting dozens still under treatment. Nutrition Push: Union minister G Kishan Reddy urged “Poshan Maah” to turn nutrition and fitness awareness into a people’s movement, stressing diet, sleep and activity. Flood Forensics: Bengaluru hospitals opened DNA collection centres to help identify Nepal flood victims’ relatives. Evidence vs Hype: A health explainer questions whether vitamin D “deficiency” is real or driven by overtesting and aggressive treatment.
Child Marriage Push: The UN has designated November 27 as the International Day for the Elimination of Child, Early and Forced Marriage, backing India’s long-running “Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat” push and calling for stronger action across education and healthcare. Drug Safety Alert: India’s drug regulator flagged an Abhayrab rabies vaccine batch as substandard/misbranded after potency and major packaging/authenticity mismatches, raising fresh concerns about fake doses. Monsoon Health Disruption: Heavy rain in Delhi has flooded key roads and airport areas, with IMD forecasting more showers—raising risks for travel, sanitation and disease spread. Dengue Prevention in Schools: West Bengal’s health minister urged schools to loosen dress rules so students keep arms and legs covered during peak dengue transmission. Measles Control: MP’s Balaghat reported no new measles cases for seven days amid intensified surveillance and vaccination. Festival Injury Watch (Mumbai): Dahi Handi saw 22 “govindas” injured; most were discharged and BMC kept beds on standby for free treatment. Regulatory/Clinical Care: Delhi HC rejected FMGE relief for foreign medical graduates with “fragmented” education, tightening eligibility rules. Air Safety & Health: Air India terminated a Phuket-Delhi pilot after AAIB flagged a positive psychoactive substance test alongside hydraulic failure concerns. Gut Health Tip: A dietitian warned that overdoing fibre supplements can backfire, causing bloating, gas and diarrhoea.
India-EU FTA Push: Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said all 27 EU member states back the India-EU free trade agreement and want formalities completed fast, calling the deal “balanced” and protective of sensitive sectors—expected to boost labour-intensive exports like fisheries, textiles and footwear, plus chemicals and pharma. Aviation for Pharma: Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu and Belgian PM Bart De Wever discussed stronger India-Belgium civil aviation ties, including direct connectivity and better air cargo for high-value pharma. Drug Safety Alert: Reuters reports India flagged the rabies vaccine Abhayrab batch KE25012 as substandard/misbranded after a potency failure, urging strict vigilance over movement and distribution. Hospital Care & Courts: Delhi High Court sought the Delhi Jal Board’s stand on a PIL to regularise contractual sewer workers, citing hazardous duties and deaths; a Delhi court rejected interim bail for a hotel owner in the Malviya Nagar fire case on medical grounds. Airline Safety: Air India terminated a Phuket-Delhi pilot after AAIB flagged a “non-negative” psychoactive substance test following a triple hydraulic failure incident that injured 24. Public Health & Food: Canada’s CFIA is investigating false nutrition/expiry labels on food exports after Indian raids; India’s front-of-pack label debate continues as consumer-rights advocates push for clearer warnings. Local Health Initiatives: A Georgetown student initiative in rural India targets iron deficiency anemia using an iron-infusing cooking leaf, reporting large improvements in women’s iron levels.
Aviation Safety: AAIB’s preliminary probe into Air India’s Phuket–Delhi AI-2379 incident says all three hydraulic systems failed within seconds at 36,000 ft, triggering an altitude upset and injuries to 24 people; it also flags the pilot-in-command’s “non-negative” psychoactive substance test and urges DGCA action to prevent crew substance abuse. Healthcare & Tech: IIT Delhi hosted an Indo-German workshop on “Green AI” for healthcare and mental wellness, aiming for energy-efficient, responsible AI models for real-world deployment. Public Health: Mumbai’s BMC reports a sharp H1N1 (swine flu) rise to 441 cases this year (from 62 last year), with screening and oseltamivir use, while it continues malaria monitoring and vector control. Child Safety: A Navi Mumbai court case alleges a private school bus driver sexually assaulted a 3-year-old during a drop-off; the child later reported severe abdominal pain. Hospital Care: A fire in a Maharashtra private hospital’s NICU led to evacuation of nine newborns to other facilities; no injuries reported. Cancer Care: Yashoda Hospitals introduced MR-LINAC radiation therapy in Hyderabad, positioning it as a surgery-free option for certain cancers. Health Business: Cyrix Healthcare acquired Blue Star E&E’s MedTech Solutions business to expand CT/MRI imaging services and lifecycle management. Policy & Governance: Delhi appointed sub-registrars across all 39 sub-divisions via a randomised, tech-assisted process. Market Watch: Sensex rebounded 362 points as concerns over a US Fed rate hike eased, though gains stayed capped by geopolitics.
Heat & Preparedness: Nashik Municipal Corporation signs a five-year MoU with NRDC India, backed by a ₹5 crore grant, to tackle extreme heat stress with heat maps, cooling shelters, shade and drinking-water access, plus stronger hospital readiness for heat illnesses—also factoring heat-resilient planning for Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2027. Hospital Capacity Boost: Amit Shah inaugurates a new 400-bed tower at Max Smart Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, taking Max Saket’s capacity to about 1,200 beds and expanding advanced tertiary/quaternary care. Food Safety Push: FSSAI plans tighter rules, including a central ban on analogue/non-dairy paneer and restrictions on high fat-sugar-salt foods near schools, alongside stricter app-based expiry/manufacturing disclosures. Workplace Health for Gig Workers: A Janpahal survey finds platform work is long-term for many, with heavy weekly hours and poor access to rest, water and breaks—raising occupational safety and health concerns. Cancer Access via Biosimilars: Cipla partners with Qilu Pharmaceutical to license and supply a Keytruda (pembrolizumab) biosimilar (QL2107) in the US. Weight-care Clinics: MetaGO opens its first doctor-led GLP-1 metabolic health clinic in Andheri, Mumbai, with in-person assessment, diagnostics and follow-up. Public Health in Emergencies: India sends additional C-130J relief flights to flood-hit Nepal with forensic kits and medical supplies as the death toll rises.
Nepal Flood Health Watch: After the Nepal–Tibet flash floods, doctors warn the first big risk is contaminated drinking water and food, which can quickly trigger diarrhoea, vomiting, fever and dehydration; they advise strict food safety and hand hygiene while sanitation is restored. Disaster Relief Gaps: In relief camps, survivors say essential medicines for chronic conditions are hard to find, even as authorities set up doctor-staffed health centres and push hygiene and sanitation to curb disease spread. AI & Care Delivery: MetaGO opened its first in-person clinic in Andheri, Mumbai, offering doctor-led metabolic/weight management with diagnostics and ongoing follow-up. Maternal & Child Health: AIIMS Delhi formed a committee to review the clinical course and circumstances behind a 15-year-old girl’s death after a long wait claim for heart surgery. Safety & Public Health: An internal medicine expert explains how different mosquito repellents vary in safety—coils can irritate eyes and lungs, especially for asthmatics, while proper use and ventilation matter. Healthcare Expansion: Max Healthcare’s Saket hospital added a 400-bed tower, taking capacity to about 1,200 beds with advanced surgical robots. Food Regulation: FSSAI is weighing a central ban on analogue paneer and also preparing stricter rules around high-fat, sugar and salt foods near schools.
Child Health & Nutrition: A new Nature study highlights the “double burden” facing low- and middle-income countries, where childhood obesity is rising fast even as undernutrition remains high—fueling bullying and long-term health risks. Disaster Response (Nepal Floods): India keeps scaling up help for Nepal’s flash-flood aftermath, sending a fifth IAF flight with 5.5 tonnes of essential medicines and an 11-member rescue team; 166 Indians have been rescued so far as the death toll climbs past 1,100. Climate & Public Health: UN warnings point to sea-level rise putting tens of millions at risk, with Mumbai and Kolkata flagged for possible inundation; meanwhile, a Northeast health panel warns climate change and urban gaps are helping mosquito-borne diseases spread. Infectious Disease (Mumbai): BMC data shows a sharp monsoon surge in H1N1 and malaria, with H1N1 up 612% and malaria up 20.1%, prompting screening and treatment steps. Local Health Systems (Maharashtra/Delhi): Maharashtra is rolling out a technology-led health dashboard and hospital star-rating system, while Delhi has sped up nursing home registration renewals to issue certificates within two working days. Food Safety (Mumbai): Mumbai FDA action suspends licences of Eat Club and others over hygiene and pest-control lapses. Nutrition Week (Mangaluru): Father Muller and St Aloysius mark National Nutrition Week with programmes pushing healthy choices for students and the community.
Nepal Flood Response: Bharatpur Hospital in Chitwan has resumed routine medical services after authorities temporarily buried unidentified flood victims and added forensic teams to clear morgue pressure, with DNA sampling used for later identification. Public Health & Safety: In Mumbai, BMC collected Rs 90.22 lakh in fines across 5,256 cases under new Solid Waste Management Bye-laws, targeting littering, open defecation, and unauthorised dumping. Care Access Reality Check: A viral UP incident showed a critically ill infant reportedly kept outside an overcrowded government hospital with oxygen and drips, reigniting debate on staffing and bed shortages. Digital Health Ops: MediBuddy appointed Shalabh Shrivastava as Head of Operations to strengthen execution across its large doctor-hospital-diagnostics-pharmacy network. Alzheimer’s Awareness: World Alzheimer’s Month coverage highlights early signs of memory disorders and the need for timely neurological evaluation. Regulation Watch: Karnataka FSDA cancelled Bengaluru’s “Peptide Party” after a notice over peptide preparations and regulatory concerns. Food Policy: India’s proposed red warning labels face pushback as critics say the “two-of-three nutrients” threshold could let many products escape scrutiny.
Women in Defence: Air Vice Marshal Shakti Sharma assumed charge as Assistant Chief of the Air Staff (Education), becoming the first woman from a non-medical branch to reach the two-star rank—another milestone for gender parity in India’s armed forces. Ayushman Bharat Funding Crisis: Haryana private hospitals suspended Ayushman services for 24 hours over unpaid dues running into hundreds of crores; IMA warns of a full withdrawal from Sept 16 if payments don’t clear. Hospital Access & Religion: A Muslim lawyer alleged Cooper Hospital barred her from a maternity ward over her burqa, sparking a fresh debate on religious restrictions in public healthcare. Child Safety Tragedy: A Delhi Class 7 girl died after alleged teacher harassment for not bringing a book; family says she was admitted for over a month before death. Food Safety Crackdown: Maharashtra FDA raided an illegal Navi Mumbai warehouse that erased expiry dates and relabelled products for export, seizing goods worth nearly $80,000. Digestive Health Alert: Experts ahead of WCOG 2026 warn India’s fatty liver and colorectal cancer burden is rising, pushing for earlier detection. Climate & Health Risk: UN report flags Kolkata and Mumbai as at immediate risk of displacement from rising seas, threatening health and basic services.
Gastro Health Focus: India is seeing an epidemiological shift: metabolic GI problems like fatty liver are rising alongside infections such as H. pylori and intestinal worms, with experts flagging early detection ahead of the World Congress of Gastroenterology in Delhi (Sept 30–Oct 3). Food Safety & Labelling: Delhi High Court asked Centre and FSSAI to respond to a plea challenging a ban on “Fortune Soya Health Refined Soyabean Oil” over alleged misleading claims, while Reuters reported a Mumbai-Navi Mumbai raid on an export-linked expiry-date and nutrition-label tampering racket involving major brands. Court-Ordered Financial Scrutiny: Delhi High Court ordered a forensic audit into Fortis Healthcare-linked Fortis share transactions in the Daiichi-Ranbaxy dispute, to trace dissipation of assets after a large arbitral award. Infectious Disease Alerts: WHO revised typhoid vaccine guidance, recommending the first dose at 9–24 months in high-burden settings; meanwhile India’s Health Ministry issued an H1N1 advisory urging early care, especially for children and high-risk groups. Clinical Care Milestone: Mumbai’s Gleneagles Hospital performed a PIP joint replacement using a CAP-FLEX system, restoring hand function for an injured engineer. Public Health Governance: Kerala High Court is considering a social audit of mental health centres, criticising lack of transparency and accountability. HIV Treatment Breakthrough: A once-weekly HIV pill in a global Phase 3 trial showed viral suppression comparable to daily therapy, offering a potential less frequent option.
Workplace Safety & Health: A doctor at Phaltan Sub-District Hospital in Satara, Dr Rajendra Rupnavar, died at Sion Hospital days after an alleged suicide attempt by climbing a mobile tower; resident doctors’ groups are demanding an independent, time-bound probe into harassment claims. Public Health & Child Safety: Delhi transferred a teacher after a 10-year-old girl died following alleged punishment—being made to stand in the sun for not bringing a book; inquiry is underway. Food Safety: Thane’s Kalwa hospital faced outrage after a cockroach was found in a patient’s meal; separately, FDA and police seized ₹17.52 crore worth of packaged foods in Navi Mumbai over alleged date tampering and relabelling. Medical Services & Diagnostics: Mahajan Imaging & Labs and Neuberg Diagnostics announced a JV to expand pathology, genomics and wellness testing across North India. Healthcare Access & Policy: India sought more predictable pharma regulation in Brazil to boost exports and improve availability of affordable, quality medicines. Global Health Context: A US Census Bureau report projects the world’s 65+ population nearly doubling by 2060, reshaping healthcare demand worldwide. Disaster Response: India evacuated 158 citizens from flood-hit Nepal as forensics and tunnel rescue teams continued operations. Industrial Accidents: Two crane operators were injured after a crane collapse and fire at Mumbai Port; investigations are ongoing.
Child Nutrition Focus: A Delhi paediatric expert says the “first 1,000 days” should extend to the next 1,000 days too, as brain development, immunity, emotional wellbeing and long-term disease risk keep shaping until school age. Medical Training Pay: MBBS and BDS interns in Jammu and Kashmir have launched an indefinite strike over a low stipend, demanding an increase from about Rs 12,300 to Rs 30,000. Mental Health Signals: IIT Kanpur and GSVM Medical College report that brain-gut electrical signals plus symptoms can predict antidepressant response within 7–10 days, potentially cutting weeks of trial-and-error. Diagnostics & Care Access: Manipal Hospitals is partnering with Sarla Aviation and Aeromed to explore eVTOL air ambulance services for faster transfers in trauma, heart attacks, strokes and newborn care. Public Health & Safety: Delhi police are investigating allegations of a 16-year-old being sexually assaulted inside a sleeper bus; the driver and conductor were arrested after CCTV tracing. Food Safety: FSSAI has temporarily banned sale of compounded hing from Everest and LG brands over quality and misbranding concerns. Market Watch (Health Tech): Global EHR and diagnostic imaging markets are projected to keep expanding, driven by chronic disease care and wider digitisation.
Nepal Flood Response: Nepal’s flash-flood death toll climbed to 788, with 2,500+ still missing, as India stepped up with tunnel rescue teams and a 19-member forensic unit in Kathmandu for DNA-based identification. Bandra Road Safety: Mumbai saw multiple fatal child-hit cases this week, including an 8-year-old run over in Bandra; police say the driver was distracted on a mobile phone and has been arrested. Child Safety Probe (Delhi): Delhi police arrested a day care employee after a 3-year-old was allegedly assaulted and sexually harassed; cases under POCSO and related laws are underway. Healthcare Access & Costs: A parliamentary health panel flagged affordability and access gaps, noting private hospitals dominate inpatient/outpatient care while costs rise faster than inflation. India-Uzbekistan Health & Pharma Link: India and Uzbekistan upgraded ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership, targeting $5 bn trade by 2030 and expanding cooperation that includes healthcare and pharmaceuticals. Hospital Expansion: Wockhardt Hospitals opened a superspeciality OPD in South Mumbai to bring specialist consultations closer to patients. Wellness/Respiratory Products: Aayush Wellness launched lung care tablets as it expands preventive healthcare offerings.
Disaster Response (Nepal Floods): Nepal’s flash floods death toll rose to 734 with 2,419 still missing as India keeps ramping up help, including its 4th flight carrying 11 tonnes of relief plus tunnel rescue and forensic teams for DNA analysis. Public Health (Swine Flu Alert): Jharkhand put health services on high alert for potential H1N1 cases, directing surveillance, testing and extra hospital beds while urging people not to panic. Healthcare Innovation (Gut Health): AIG Hospitals launched a gut microbiome therapeutics and pill lab in Hyderabad focused on research into inflammatory bowel disease, including capsule formulations for approved trials. Nutrition Policy (Food Labels): FSSAI is pushing front-of-pack red warning labels for packaged foods high in fat, sugar and salt, after Supreme Court proceedings. Community Health (Drug-Free Drive): PM Modi used Mann Ki Baat to urge youth and creators to spread anti-drug messages through songs, plays and content under the Nasha Mukt Yuva campaign. Clinical Research (Cancer + Heart Risk): A study on prostate cancer care found cardiologist/internist referrals improved cholesterol and statin use, but didn’t reduce major heart events.
Nepal Flood Relief: India has rescued 108 nationals from the Bhote Koshi floods and sent 68.5 tonnes of relief material and bridge equipment, while Nepal reports 626 bodies recovered and about 2,400 still unaccounted for; India also opened a 24-hour control room and continues tracing missing Indians. Swine Flu Watch: H1N1 cases are rising—Emraan Hashmi has tested positive and is recovering, while Jharkhand issued an alert after 8 positives at RIMS Ranchi and Delhi continues to report thousands of H1N1/influenza-A infections. Food Safety Push: FSSAI has proposed front-of-pack red warning labels for packaged foods and drinks high in sugar, fat or salt, after public backlash over earlier dilution. Hospital Care Accountability: Mumbai’s BMC clarified infant deaths at Rajawadi Hospital, saying two foetal deaths occurred before admission and one newborn died despite emergency NICU treatment; Maharashtra Human Rights Commission closed a case over a premature baby death, finding no negligence. Health Research & Innovation: AIG Hospitals launched a gut microbiome pill lab to study donor-derived oral capsules for inflammatory bowel disease. Insurance Reform: IRDAI’s panel urged simpler, clearer health insurance wording and faster, easier claims for policyholders.
Nepal Flood Response: India is preparing more specialised help for flood-hit Nepal after Kathmandu asked for technical support over foreign-led general rescue, with plans for a tunnel-rescue team (including reconnaissance), medical personnel, engineering teams and Bailey bridges, alongside ongoing relief flights and NDRF readiness along the UP-Bihar border. Public Health Watch: Uttar Pradesh has stepped up H1N1 surveillance and hospital preparedness as seasonal influenza rises, with officials saying medicines are available and urging caution without panic. Clinical Myth-Busting: An endocrinologist sparked debate by claiming diabetes and high BP are “the same disease,” but a specialist counters that they are separate conditions that often share risk factors and co-occur. Food Safety: FSSAI is pushing front-of-pack red warning labels for foods high in sugar, salt and fat, while critics flag loopholes. Healthcare Leadership: Professor Russell D’Souza was honoured for contributions to medical education and bioethics. India-Argentina Health Link: Trade talks include pharma market-access upgrades that could ease entry for Indian medicines. Safety & Care: Delhi reported an electrocution death linked to a streetlight pole, with a negligence case registered and family alleging foul play.
Nepal Flood Relief: India has escalated its response to Nepal’s flash floods, rescuing 84 Indians and sending an 11-member specialised medical and tunnel rescue team on its third assistance flight, as the death toll rises to 579 and 1,924 remain missing; India says about 320 Indians are still uncontactable and is preparing NDRF support, medical teams and Bailey bridges. Food Safety & Public Health: FSSAI has proposed red hexagonal front-of-pack warning labels for packaged foods and drinks high in saturated fat, sugar or salt, reversing an earlier stance after public anger and Supreme Court pressure. Delhi Senior Care: Delhi’s CMO announced the “Vayo Anand” scheme to fund recreational centres for senior citizens with indoor games, yoga/meditation and daily operating hours. Hospital Accountability (Mumbai): BMC-run Cooper Hospital faces scrutiny after allegations of poor patient care, with calls for staff sensitisation and faster upgrades. Infectious Disease Watch: UP CM Yogi Adityanath issued strict directives on swine flu surveillance and hospital preparedness. Sports & Wellness: Sport Expo India 2026 opened in Hyderabad, spotlighting fitness, nutrition and wellness brands. Healthcare Access (Breast Cancer): Activists push for affordable breast cancer medicines like ribociclib and abemaciclib amid high costs and ongoing legal hearings.
Healthcare Investment: LeapFrog is reportedly planning $80–$100 million in India healthcare investments over the next two years, targeting asset-light single-specialty providers and hospitals outside major cities, with focus areas including maternal-child health, ophthalmology and oncology. Policy & Access: The Centre has invited applications for its Rs 5,000 crore PRIP scheme to boost pharma and MedTech R&D, with funding tracks for early- and late-stage projects for startups, MSMEs and industry. Maternal Health Training: AIIA launched the six-month “Garbhini Mitra” course to train Ayurveda-based maternal support personnel for pregnancy and postpartum care, including diet, safe yoga and basic life-support. Public Health Coverage: Delhi has invited bids for a construction workers’ health scheme covering about 2.7 lakh workers and families with annual check-ups and services up to Rs 10 lakh per year. Disaster Response (Health Angle): India’s MEA says it has sent 47.5 tonnes of HADR supplies to Nepal after flash floods and is mobilising Bailey bridges; Nepal’s death toll is reported at 469 with many still missing. Hospital Capacity Concern: Delhi’s Sarita Vihar hospital remains shut despite 336 beds, with officials citing infrastructure and operational issues. Clinical Care in Courts: An NIA court directed jail authorities to ensure specialised medical treatment for 74-year-old undertrial Shabir Ahmed Shah and ordered against unnecessary handcuffing during hospital movement. Sports & Wellness: Sport Expo India 2026 opened in Hyderabad, spotlighting fitness, nutrition and wellness brands and activities.
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