Jio Financial Services, Allianz Group ink 50:50 health insurance JV

The venture will use JFSL's digital distribution capabilities with Allianz's underwriting expertise. Operations will begin after regulatory approvals are secured.

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Good bacteria, stronger bones: AIIMS study finds gut link to osteoporosis

The study showed that DCA improved bone density and structure, while also reducing harmful inflammatory signals. At the same time, it strengthened the gut lining and helped restore healthy bacteria. These findings reinforce the concept of the importance of the “gut-bone” axis in health.

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Half of health cover buyers in 20s let their policy lapse in three years

According to a Niva Bupa Health Insurance survey, 55% of policyholders in the age group who lapse do so within three years of purchase, indicating that early adoption is often tentative and lacks long-term commitment. This high churn suggests that buying decisions are frequently driven by short-term triggers rather than a sustained understanding of risk protection.

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ICMR to roll out multi-state study to expand palliative care access

The proposed study aims to develop and test scalable palliative care models across district hospitals, community health centres, primary health centres and home-based settings, covering patients across age groups and illnesses.

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Bain Capital sole contender for Vitabiotics buy

The group’s Indian arm, Meyer Vitabiotics, accounts for around 20% of the total Rs 3,000 crore (£253 million) in annual sales. Within Meyer’s portfolio, Calcimax holds a strong presence across paediatrics, diabetes, cardiac care, and women’s health segments, particularly in pregnancy and menopause.

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Delimitation Debate: Will Political Power Shifts Redraw India’s Healthcare Funding Map?

As India prepares for the next phase of parliamentary delimitation, experts say shifts in political representation could influence national healthcare priorities and funding patterns. Greater representation for populous states may push a stronger focus on primary healthcare, maternal and child health, and addressing health infrastructure gaps. Experts caution that financing decisions must consider disease burden and system capacity not population alone. They also highlight a deeper issue in India’s healthcare financing structure, where states shoulder most public spending and rigid budgeting processes often limit effective fund utilisation. Overall, while delimitation may influence policy priorities, meaningful healthcare reform will depend on more balanced and efficient financing mechanisms.

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National AI policy for healthcare in the works, says NHA CEO

Emerging technologies like AI can address critical health challenges, and this upcoming policy will provide a roadmap for its comprehensive application in health services," he said while speaking at a two-day national ‘Chintan Shivir' (brainstorming camp) organised by the NHA in Pune.

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Jharkhand considers easing norms for hospitals up to 50 beds

A delegation of the state unit of the Indian Medical Association met additional chief secretary (Health) Ajoy Kumar Singh and requested exemption for hospitals with up to 50 beds from the purview of the Act.

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India’s Weight-Loss Craze May Be Depleting Muscle, Not Fat: Orthopaedists Warn

As the use of anti-obesity drugs and rapid slimming therapies grows in India, orthopaedic specialists warn that a significant share of weight loss may come from muscle rather than fat, raising concerns about joint health, mobility, and long-term musculoskeletal stability.

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Health ministry hosts first BRICS Health Working Group Meet

The meeting, held virtually, brought together senior health officials, technical experts, and delegates from BRICS member countries -- Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, the United Arab Emirates, and Indonesia -- to deliberate on priority areas of cooperation in public health.

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Mobile app developed to boost clinical workflow of community health officers

The mobile application, developed by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), serves as a comprehensive clinical decision-support and job-aid tool for CHOs deployed at Sub-Centre Ayushman Arogya Mandirs (SC-AAMs). It has been designed in alignment with the expanded range of 12 service packages under Comprehensive Primary Health Care (CPHC), the ministry said in a statement.

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Aster DM Healthcare invests Rs 96 crore to expand Whitefield facility; capacity to increase to 539 beds

The expanded facility was inaugurated by minister of health and family welfare Dinesh Gundu Rao and speaker of the state legislative assembly UT Khader.

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Two in three young Indians at risk of NCDs; silent health threats rising

Based on over three million preventive health assessments conducted in 2025, the report highlights that major health risks are emerging earlier, often without symptoms, underscoring the growing need for proactive screening, advanced diagnostics, and continuous preventive care.

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Only 1 in 4 disease-free by age of 30, health decline begins early

Nearly 70% were deficient in vitamin D, and close to half had low vitamin B12. Further, nearly two-thirds showed poor flexibility, strength, or balance - markers of declining physical function linked to stiffer arteries, higher fall risk, and shorter lifespan.

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'Bengal model' to fight Type 1 diabetes (T1D) set to go global

Action4Diabetes (A4D), a UK-based organisation that works among children and young adults in Asian countries, has approached the Bengal health department for assistance in understanding the design, implementation and operational aspects of the Bengal T1D care model, state govt officials said.

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Centre calls for AI solutions to speed up Ayushman Bharat claims

The National Health Authority (NHA), under the Union health ministry, is organising an Auto-Adjudication Hackathon aimed at building scalable tools to streamline how insurance claims are assessed and settled under the Pradhan Mantri Jan Aarogya Yojana (PM-JAY).

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PM Modi expresses gratitude to healthcare workers on World Health Day

Reiterating the government's focus on public health, he added, "We also reaffirm our commitment to building a healthier society. Let us all keep working together to strengthen healthcare systems and prioritise well-being for every individual."

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WHO calls for stronger 'One Health' approach to address evolving health risks

"Across the Region, health risks are increasingly driven by climate variability, environmental change, and evolving disease patterns. Responding effectively requires stronger, science-led and cross-sectoral approaches grounded in a One Health perspective," said Dr Catharina Boehme, Officer-in-Charge, WHO South-East Asia Region.

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Healthcare, pharma sector to create 2-2.5 mn new jobs by 2030

The country's healthcare and pharmaceutical sector is moving into a capability-led growth phase, with hiring increasingly focused on specialisation and technology integration across hospitals, AYUSH, home and elder care, pharma, life sciences, diagnostics, telemedicine, clinical research and public health systems, according to a report by Adecco India.

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Jan Vishwas Bill decriminalises minor offences in health sector

The Bill reflects the government's commitment to fostering a trust-based governance framework and ensuring proportionate regulation by reducing the compliance burden on individuals and businesses, the Union health ministry said.

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Indian cities' heat action plans must focus on high night-time temperatures: study

The study said, "Public health responses should explicitly incorporate hot night warnings, the provision of night-time cooling shelters, reliable electricity supply for cooling and risk communication focused on cumulative heat exposure rather than daytime extremes alone."

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Karnataka unveils draft policy to tackle student mobile addiction

Releasing the gist of the draft policy, state Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao noted that the public is aware of the negative effects of mobile phones on health and education, citing links to anxiety, cyber-bullying, sleeplessness and social isolation.

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