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Health cover scheme: Who, howSubscriber Only
June 14, 2018 00:54 IST
With model tender papers out and a key meeting today, PM Health Protection Mission heads for an August launch. Whom does it cover? Which states are part of it, how will it work in states with their own schemes?
Thu, Jun 14, 2018
Pre-authorisation must for nearly half of all treatments under NHPMSubscriber Only
June 13, 2018 04:05 IST
Model tender documents for showcasing health insurance scheme released
Wed, Jun 13, 2018
Slow-motion effect: Study shows referees harsher on fouls after watching replaysSubscriber Only
June 13, 2018 02:15 IST
A Belgian university study shows referees tend to be harsher on fouls after watching replays via VAR, the technology that will used for the first time in Russia World Cup.
Wed, Jun 13, 2018
India to start universal screening for tuberculosis, leprosy: Health Minister JP NaddaSubscriber Only
June 12, 2018 05:27 IST
India accounts for the largest number of TB cases in the world and 60 per cent of the global burden of leprosy. At 27.9 lakh, India’s TB incidence in 2016 was down marginally from the previous year’s 28.4 lakh. The number of TB-related deaths was 4.35 lakh, down by 15 per cent from 5.17 lakh.
Tue, Jun 12, 2018
Top status for Gujarat Ayurved Univ: HRD drops its objectionSubscriber Only
June 10, 2018 06:01 IST
Last year, the HRD Ministry had sought strong justification for Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani’s plea to make the Jamnagar-based Gujarat Ayurved University (GAU) an Institute of National Importance (INI).
Sun, Jun 10, 2018
Interview: ‘Latest MMR figures indicate system is working, NHM a game changer,’ says UNICEF India representativeSubscriber Only
June 10, 2018 05:38 IST
"NHM has been the game changer. It ensured there were adequate financial and manpower resources - none of the health workers like ASHAs were there earlier. It also gave room for local flexibility," said UNICEF India representative Dr Yasmin Ali Haque.
Sun, Jun 10, 2018
Ayodhya: Will Babur’s temple be built if not of Ram’s, asks MinisterSubscriber Only
June 08, 2018 04:04 IST
The Ayodhya title case is currently being heard in the apex court.
Fri, Jun 08, 2018
RSS Nagpur event: Pranab Mukherjee has his way, speaks lastSubscriber Only
June 08, 2018 03:03 IST
Despite hectic “negotiations” for the last two days, the final programme that the RSS circulated on Thursday morning still showed Mohan Bhagwat as the last speaker.
Fri, Jun 08, 2018
How India has reduced maternal mortality, and what challenges remainSubscriber Only
June 08, 2018 00:14 IST
Various initiatives under NRHM show results, but India still behind target
Fri, Jun 08, 2018
Ayushman Bharat to be rolled out in alliance with state health plansSubscriber Only
June 07, 2018 05:26 IST
The first meeting of Ayushman Bharat-National Health Protection Mission Council (AB-NHPMC) that will give policy directions and foster coordination between Centre and States will happen in Delhi on June 14.
Thu, Jun 07, 2018
Beyond low incidence: what global cancer report did not say about IndiaSubscriber Only
June 06, 2018 00:46 IST
While India’s ranking by the Global Burden of Disease team in IHME may appear counter-intuitive, the truth is that incidence alone does not tell India’s full cancer story.
Wed, Jun 06, 2018
70 per cent breast cancer patients don’t need chemo: Study
June 04, 2018 04:49 IST
Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in India. At an incidence rate of 25.8 per 100,000 it is lower than in some developed countries.
Mon, Jun 04, 2018
Indian smokeless tobacco products among most lethal, reveals studySubscriber Only
June 02, 2018 03:49 IST
The meta-analysis looked at 37 studies and SLT products that are chewed or snuffed orally or nasally, or applied over teeth and gums, or gargled or drunk.
Sat, Jun 02, 2018
Pranab Mukherjee to address RSS event: Accepted invite, now tell RSS what’s wrong with its ideology, says ChidambaramSubscriber Only
May 31, 2018 04:25 IST
Former Union minister P Chidambaram and fellow Rajya Sabha MP Abhishek Singhvi on Wednesday said now that the invite has been accepted, it is the speech that is the key.
Thu, May 31, 2018
Four years of Modi government — Health: Progress steady, but in slow laneSubscriber Only
May 30, 2018 02:27 IST
Poor government spend — the perennial problem of healthcare — remains, but at least there is no downward revision towards the end of the year of the budget estimate.
Wed, May 30, 2018
Disquiet in office of President Kovind over National Film Awards ceremony boycott, I&B inviteSubscriber Only
May 05, 2018 05:04 IST
‘I&B knew President couldn’t give all awards, sent invite saying he would’
Sat, May 05, 2018
National Health Protection Mission: For claim ratio below 85%, insurer can pocket 15%, give rest to governmentSubscriber Only
May 05, 2018 02:47 IST
Claim ratio is calculated as the total value of all claims paid by the company divided by the total amount of premium collected in a financial year. A claim ratio of 75-90 is usually thought to be an indicator of a robust claim settlement system by an insurer.
Sat, May 05, 2018
Venkaiah Naidu to visit three Central American nations from May 6Subscriber Only
May 05, 2018 02:20 IST
Naidu’s visit to Guatemala, the most populous and largest economy in Central America, is the highest ever political visit from either side.
Sat, May 05, 2018
PM-led panel to make Mahatma Gandhi’s 150th birth anniversary a global eventSubscriber Only
May 03, 2018 05:55 IST
Maintaining that the event should serve to increase awareness about Gandhiji globally as well, PM Narendra Modi said it is important that this occasion be celebrated in a manner that ensures Mahatma Gandhi continues to be an inspiration for future generations.
Thu, May 03, 2018
North India has the foulest air in the world, says the WHO — this is whySubscriber Only
May 03, 2018 01:41 IST
According to WHO, 14 of the world’s 15 cities with highest levels of PM 2.5 in 2016 were in 7 Indian states. Geography has a big role in this situation.
Thu, May 03, 2018
WHO pollution report praises PM Modi’s signature Ujjwala scheme Subscriber Only
May 02, 2018 06:02 IST
Launched by PM Modi on May 1, 2016 in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh, Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) aims to safeguard the health of women & children.
Wed, May 02, 2018
NHPM set to address health of govt hospitals
May 02, 2018 04:30 IST
Announced in the Union Budget this year, NHPM will provide an annual health cover of Rs 5 lakh to Rs 10.74 crore families. There is no cap on family size.
Wed, May 02, 2018
House panel never said start with Red Fort: Derek O’BrienSubscriber Only
May 02, 2018 03:51 IST
Sources in the committee said members used world such as “selling” to drive home their doubts about the project and asked the ministry to get back after a few pilots.
Wed, May 02, 2018
Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi credits Modi govt for most minority candidates cracking UPSCSubscriber Only
May 01, 2018 04:36 IST
Naqvi claimed that this is the first time since Independence that so many people from minority communities have cleared the UPSC exams.
Tue, May 01, 2018
Ignore claims that question vaccines: Medical groups to PM ModiSubscriber Only
April 28, 2018 03:49 IST
Launched in December 2014, Mission Indradhanush seeks to push India’s vaccination coverage to 90 per cent, and has so far covered 2.55 crore children.
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