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NIRF Ranking 2025: PGI retains 2nd spot in medical category for 8th yr in row

Last year, PGI had scored 91.49 in TLR category, followed by 79.94 in RPC, 78.86 in graduation outcome, 67.87 in outreach and inclusivity and 68.37 in perception. (HT Photo)
Published on Sep 05, 2025 08:18 AM IST

How Artificial Intelligence is redefining the future of diagnosis

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India’s labour markets are already shifting in anticipation of artificial intelligence (AI). (iStock)
Published on Aug 29, 2025 02:44 PM IST

Bengaluru family demands justice after new mom dies post C-section: Report

Bengaluru: The deceased's family claims a lack of communication and proper care during the hospital stay.
Updated on Aug 07, 2025 11:53 AM IST

Now, guidelines for treatment, movement of VVIPs at RMLIMS

When a VIP/VVIP is expected to arrive, or coming to visit a patient, resident doctors on duty must inform their senior officers in advance, as per the guidelines. (File Photo)
Published on Aug 05, 2025 10:18 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

Dental checkups get an upgrade with AI scanner

This device aims to enhance patient care and reduce waiting time.
Published on Jul 17, 2025 09:29 PM IST

Amid expansion push, SGPGI hiring 1,200 permanent nursing officers

This workforce would be crucial with the commissioning of several key facilities at SGPGIMS, including the head and neck surgery department, advanced diabetes centre, department of infectious diseases, Saloni Heart Centre and an advanced peadiatric centre. (Pic for representation)
Published on Jul 11, 2025 09:54 PM IST

Pathak visits KGMU, reviews patient care, facilities

Deputy CM Brajesh Pathak with vice-chancellor Soniya Nityanand and other officials of the KGMU (HT Photo)
Published on Jul 08, 2025 07:38 AM IST

Pathak for increase in number of PG seats

Uttar Pradesh deputy chief minister Brajesh Pathak. (Sourced)
Published on Jun 29, 2025 07:57 PM IST

Patient care unaffected during May 26 rains: KEM Hospital to HC

Mumbai, India - Aug. 28, 2015 : Bombay High Court : ( Photo by Bhushan Koyande )
Published on Jun 17, 2025 08:38 AM 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
Published on Jun 08, 2025 09:28 AM IST

SRN Hospital launches dedicated helpline for swift grievance redressal

SRN Hospital launches dedicated helpline for swift grievance redressal
Published on May 29, 2025 09:30 AM IST

Nurses must be empowered to strengthen the health care system

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Nurse (File)
Published on May 12, 2025 07:12 PM IST

Delhi govt orders emergency preparedness in hospitals; red cross sign to be painted on roofs

Delhi govt orders emergency preparedness in hospitals; red cross sign to be painted on roofs
Updated on May 10, 2025 04:13 PM IST

Chinese surgeon fired after wife exposes affairs with nurse and junior doctor

Beijing surgeon was dismissed after his wife exposed his affairs, misconduct, and patient neglect.
Published on May 09, 2025 12:59 PM IST

How technology will reshape patient care and compliance by 2030

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Published on May 01, 2025 11:18 AM IST

Bikaner: Paramedical staff dismissed, 5 transferred over unauthorised blood tests

The samples were allegedly drawn while their mothers were asleep around midnight, with no standard precautions in place. Parents were reportedly misled into believing the tests were part of an emergency protocol. (HT Photo/ Representative photo)
Published on Apr 06, 2025 07:56 PM IST

BMC’s move towards PPP amid 40% Class-IV vacancies lambasted

KEM Hospital has the highest number of vacancies. (HT Photo)
Published on Apr 03, 2025 07:58 AM IST

Delay in transfer of med head raises concerns over management of mental hospital

No action taken after public health department recommended transfer of medical superintendent of Regional Mental Hospital in Yerawada month-and-a-half ago. (HT FILE)
Published on Mar 15, 2025 07:49 AM IST

Probe panel uncovers corruption at the cost of patients at Pune Mental Hospital; indicts former medical superintendent

The committee has accused Dr Sunil Patil, former medical superintendent, of misappropriating funds through unauthorised purchases, excessive payments, and bypassing financial regulations. (HT)
Published on Mar 13, 2025 06:42 AM IST

NMC directs Dr DY Patil Medical College to submit report on alleged violations

NMC has directed Dr DY Patil Medical College, Hospital and Research Centre, Pimpri, to submit ‘action taken report’ following a doctor’s allegations of serious violations. (HT FILE)
Published on Mar 08, 2025 10:00 AM IST

‘100-bed block of Ggm’s Sec 10 Civil hospital to be ready soon’

The final phase of construction includes a dedicated ICU floor with 32 beds equipped with advanced medical facilities. (HT Archive)
Published on Mar 07, 2025 06:08 AM IST

‘Self-serving move’: SGPGIMS faculty protests controversial amendment extending director’s tenure

The amendment, announced on February 5, 2025, was justified by the government as necessary due to a lack of clarity in the SGPGI Act regarding the Director’s tenure. (Sourced)
Published on Feb 14, 2025 06:32 AM IST

Himachal medical college bodies oppose faculty cadre merger

Himachal government earlier this month, announced that it has decided in principle, to establish a common cadre for all future faculty appointments in all Government Medical Colleges and Super-Specialty Institutions across the state. (iStock)
Published on Feb 08, 2025 07:24 AM IST

Chandigarh: PGIMER receives 2,400-crore boost in Union budget 2025

Dr Vivek Lal, director, PGIMER, expressed his satisfaction with the revised budget, despite the shortfall from the requested amount (HT)
Published on Feb 02, 2025 08:32 AM IST

Rajindra Hospital incident: Day after power outage during surgery, Punjab health minister orders probe

Health minister Dr Balbir Singh meeting the patient whose surgery was halted due to power outage. (HT Photo)
Updated on Jan 26, 2025 06:04 AM IST

Caregivers by day, snatchers by night: Four PGI workers arrested in Chandigarh

On December 29, a waiter returning home had been robbed of his wallet and mobile by the four accused in Chandigarh. (HT File/Representational image)
Updated on Jan 14, 2025 08:40 AM IST

Chandigarh: Now, follow-up liver patients at PGI can book online appointment

The online service is aimed at reducing long wait time at the PGIMER, Chandigarh. (HT Photo)
Updated on Jan 11, 2025 09:14 AM IST

New academic session inaugurated at PGIMER

Dr Digambar Behera, president of National Academy of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, and professor emeritus, PGIMER, inaugurating the institute’s new academic session in Chandigarh on Tuesday. (HT Photo)
Updated on Jan 08, 2025 09:00 AM IST

Chandigarh: Soon 24x7 diagnostic services at PGIMER

At present, the diagnostic services are run at fixed hours in the morning and medical tests are extended for round-the-clock services only in Emergency and Trauma centres. (HT file)
Updated on Dec 31, 2024 08:32 AM IST