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Budget 2024: Boost for women through subsidies, health initiatives expected

During her Interim Budget 2024 speech this February, the Finance Minister had highlighted significant achievements and ongoing efforts for women empowerment

NHM helped increase central govt's spending on healthcare: CSEP-CPR study

Researchers add that this was largely due to the launch and subsequent expansion of spending on NHM in the first eight years

Cipla to invest additional 3 mn euro in mRNA technology company Ethris

The aim is to accelerate Cipla's entry into the mRNA space and deliver innovative mRNA-based therapies, particularly targeting respiratory treatments, to patients in emerging markets

Over 52% urban Indians availed of Ayush benefits, says Mospi survey

Ayush refers to the six Indian systems of medicines, namely Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, Sowa-Rigpa and Homeopathy are majorly prevalent in the country

Central govt funding spurs health spending by states, reveals CSEP study

According to the study, this finding suggests that greater resource transfers from the central government to states will spur health spending

Top Indian private hospital chains announce major expansion in FY25

Demand for healthcare is boosting average revenue per bed

Health ministry asks states to conduct regular fire-safety mock-drills

After the recent fire incident that claimed lives of infants in an East Delhi hospital, the Health Ministry has reiterated the need for strict adherence to fire safety norms in hospitals across India

Deepening presence in Tier-III may be Dr Lal PathLabs' growth pill

Manchanda highlights that the 'white-spaces' for them are going deeper in strong markets

Yatharth Hospitals Q4 result: Net profit up 121%, revenue rises 24%

The company also announced the commencement of operations at their newly acquired hospital in Faridabad, strengthening its presence in the Delhi NCR market

Metropolis Healthcare revenue up 17%, targets industry-leading growth

In Q4, the business-to-consumers (B2C) revenues grew by approximately 20 per cent Y-o-Y, and revenues from the Mumbai market also saw 20 per cent growth

Eris Lifesciences Q4 results: Net profit rises 8.41% to Rs 70.9 crore

On a sequential basis, the company exhibited a 13.2 per cent increase in revenue; however, the PAT declined by 30.96 per cent

JB Pharma aims to grow its revenue by 12-14% in the next two years

JB Pharma plans to maintain its presence in cardiology, focusing on hypertension, heart failure, and lipid-lowering treatments

Vulnerable population: Rising heat on public health infrastructure

Heat preparedness Measures for health care sector

Medanta Hospitals Q4 results: Net profit up 25%, revenue rises 14.3%

The hospital operator's revenue from operations rose to Rs 808.6 crore in Q4 FY24, a 14.3 per cent rise from Rs 707 crore in Q4 FY23

SII to acquire 20% stake in needle-free tech company IntegriMedical

The collaboration leverages SII's manufacturing and distribution strength with IntegriMedical's innovative technology

Does the country need to continue with Covid-19 vaccination drive?

Experts feel paid vaccine shots should continue to be available for elderly and comorbid

Getting India's growth priority right

To catch up with peers, not only in size but also in per capita income, India must focus on health and education

KKR acquires Bengaluru-based medical devices company Healthium MedTech

According to sources close to the deal, the value of the acquisition is Rs 6,500-7,000 crore

Number of medical tourists in India to exceed pre-pandemic levels in CY24

Major hospital chains in India are eyeing the rise in international patient revenue and exploring entry into new geographies

Hesitant health insurers get a regulatory prod to expand coverage

Until recently, Indian insurers hesitated to offer new health insurance products, resulting in its low uptake. Recent Irdai relaxation targets this laggard retail business