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The Karnataka High Court has ruled that NEET PG candidates cannot change their category (e.g., General to OBC) after results are declared. The court dismissed a doctor's plea, emphasizing that corrections must be made during the official window provided by the National Testing Agency. Allowing post-result changes would disrupt the integrity of the examination and counselling process.

Following the Chhindwara cough syrup tragedy that killed 6 children due to toxic Diethylene Glycol in Coldrif and Nextro-DS syrups, the Madhya Pradesh Medical Council has delayed taking action against 20 doctors allegedly involved in a pharma-doctor nexus.

A Kerala doctor was attacked with a machete by the father of a nine-year-old girl who died in August 2025 after suspected amoebic meningoencephalitis. The incident was triggered by the family's frustration over the lack of a formal cause-of-death report and conflicting information from hospitals, with some doctors suggesting the child might have survived if referred earlier. The attack has sparked protests by government doctors and renewed scrutiny of hospital security and communication pract...

A new AI-powered tool can identify subtle brain lesions in children with treatment-resistant epilepsy, which are often missed by conventional MRI scans. This technology enables earlier and more accurate diagnosis, potentially guiding more effective surgical or therapeutic interventions. The AI system analyzes imaging data to detect minute abnormalities, offering hope for improved outcomes in pediatric epilepsy care.

Punjab’s AI-Driven Stroke Project has screened over 700 suspected stroke patients, enabling six to receive free, life-saving mechanical thrombectomy—a procedure costing ₹5–6 lakh privately. AI at district hospitals rapidly analyzes CT scans, with real-time neurology consults from CMC Ludhiana, ensuring timely intervention even in remote areas. The govt plans to expand this model statewide, offering equitable access to advanced stroke care and reducing long-term disability burden.

Following the Jaipur hospital fire tragedy, Delhi Fire Services found 9 of 37 govt hospitals lack fire safety clearance. Inspections revealed locked escape routes, blocked corridors, and missing safety signage—serious risks in crowded healthcare settings. Hospital staff are urged to prioritize fire safety training and regular drills, as delays in evacuating critical patients can have catastrophic consequences. Ongoing vigilance and compliance are essential to prevent future disasters.

A meta-analysis of 51 studies published in JAMA shows that a second dose of inactivated influenza vaccine provides a significant 28 percentage-point increase in effectiveness for vaccine-naive children under 3 years, but not for those under 9 years. The findings support WHO recommendations for two doses in the first vaccination year for young children, highlighting the need for age-specific dosing strategies and further high-quality research to refine guidelines.

Researchers highlight the potential of multimodal nanocarriers, which combine multiple therapeutic strategies—such as chemotherapy, photothermal therapy, and immunotherapy—within a single platform to enhance tumor targeting and treatment efficacy. These nanocarriers can minimize drug resistance and off-target toxicity, but most remain at the preclinical stage, with further studies needed to address safety, stability, and clinical translation challenges.

The Association of Healthcare Providers of India (AHPI) and General Insurance Council (GIC) have initiated talks to standardize digital healthcare processes. The focus is on interoperable health records, streamlined insurance claims, and improved patient data management, directly impacting clinical efficiency and care quality.

Medi Assist, India's largest health benefits administrator, has secured ₹198 crore from MIT and affiliates to drive AI-led health benefit solutions. The funding will enhance digital health platforms, streamline insurance claims, and improve payer-provider coordination, directly impacting clinical workflows and patient experience.

The NEET SS 2025 exam, scheduled for November 7-8, may face delays due to pending ministry approval and concerns over insufficient preparation time and clashes with university exams. Doctors have requested a postponement to ensure fairness and adequate preparation.

A large prospective study found that a specific profile of 27 oral bacteria and fungi, including periodontal pathogens and Candida species, is linked to a more than threefold increased risk of developing pancreatic cancer. Researchers developed a microbial risk score based on these species, suggesting that noninvasive oral microbiome testing could help identify individuals at high risk for pancreatic cancer, potentially enabling earlier screening and intervention.

Recent deaths of children in Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh from contaminated Coldrif cough syrup highlight persistent lapses in quality control within Indian pharma. With 48.6% diethylene glycol detected, experts urge immediate, uncompromising reforms in raw material testing, supplier audits, and regulatory inspections to restore global trust and protect patients.

GLP-1 receptor agonists, widely used for diabetes and obesity, are now showing early promise in reducing alcohol and drug cravings. Recent studies suggest these drugs may lower rates of alcohol intoxication and opioid overdose by modulating brain reward pathways. While initial results are encouraging, experts caution that more robust clinical trials are needed to confirm efficacy and safety before widespread adoption for addiction treatment.

The World Health Organization has revised its global TB treatment guidelines following groundbreaking research by a Mangaluru doctor couple, Drs. Shashikiran and Shashikala Umakanth. Their study demonstrated that integrating enhanced nutritional support with standard TB therapy significantly improved patient outcomes and reduced mortality. The new WHO guidelines now emphasize nutrition as a key component of TB management, marking a major shift in global TB care strategies.