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A Bengaluru general surgeon was arrested for allegedly murdering his dermatologist wife by administering a lethal dose of propofol, initially staging her death as natural. The case was cracked after the victim’s sister raised suspicions, prompting a forensic investigation that revealed the anesthetic in her organs. The accused reportedly used his medical expertise and access to hospital drugs to plan the act, with family alleging motives of financial disputes and an extramarital affair.

Rajasthan High Court issued contempt notices to state government for not relieving 36 in-service doctors selected for mandatory one-year senior residency course. Doctors waiting five months despite court directions. Senior residency required under NMC Regulations 2022 for assistant professor posts.

The NEET PG 2025 counselling process remains stalled, causing frustration among medical graduates. Delays are attributed to pending Supreme Court hearings on exam transparency and NMC's failure to approve the seat matrix. This has left nearly 2 lakh graduates uncertain about their future.

A new study suggests that migraine patients who knowingly take placebos—termed 'honest placebos'—experience improved daily functioning, even without deception. The research highlights the potential of non-deceptive placebo use in chronic pain management, offering a novel approach to patient care that maintains transparency and trust.

Recent research suggests that the relationship between smartphone use and mood may be more nuanced than previously thought. While many studies have linked excessive screen time to poorer mental health, this article highlights emerging evidence that smartphones do not universally harm mood. The findings call for a more personalized approach to understanding digital habits and mental well-being, rather than broad assumptions about the negative impact of smartphones.

Delhi's Rohini Court summoned Dr. Shakuntala Kumar for medical negligence after miscalculating delivery date, performing C-section a month early in 2018. Premature oxytocin administration caused scar rupture, leaving newborn severely asphyxiated in vegetative state. Charged under IPC 336, 338, 201.

India's FSSAI has banned the use of 'ORS' on food and beverage products unless they strictly follow the WHO-recommended formula, effective October 14, 2025. This move targets misleading electrolyte drinks and flavored beverages that do not meet WHO standards, aiming to protect patients—especially children with diarrhoea—from dangerous substitutes. All food business operators must immediately remove 'ORS' from product names, closing previous regulatory loopholes.

The Supreme Court has summoned top state health officials for their casual approach to framing ICUCCU treatment norms. This move highlights concerns over the lack of standardization in critical care services across India.

Karnataka's Department of Medical Education suspended the Head of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, two senior residents, and a staff nurse at Gosha Hospital following an internal inquiry. Charges include illegal abortions, unnecessary hysterectomies, violations of medical guidelines in C-sections and tubal sterilization, medical negligence leading to maternal deaths, and financial irregularities.

Data for Health initiative launched at World Health Summit Berlin addresses half of all global deaths going unrecorded. Bloomberg Philanthropies invested $150 million, bringing total commitment to $436 million for improving Civil Registration and Vital Statistics systems in low-middle income countries including India.

Breastfeeding rates decline sharply after 4 months, with many mothers stopping earlier than recommended. The article highlights actionable steps for clinicians, including proactive counseling, addressing common barriers such as workplace challenges and lack of support, and connecting families to community resources. Emphasis is placed on tailored interventions and ongoing encouragement to help mothers achieve longer breastfeeding durations, aligning with global health guidelines.

SRS Statistical Report 2023 shows IMR declined to 25/1,000 live births, U5MR to 29/1,000, and TFR reached 1.9. Sex ratio at birth improved to 917 females per 1,000 males (2021-23 average). Progress reflects sustained public health investment and behavioral change at household level.

A large cohort study of 51,408 adults with type 2 diabetes and overweight/obesity found that GLP-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) were associated with a 9% relative increase in depression risk and a 2.2% absolute risk difference compared to SGLT2 inhibitors, especially in those over 65 and peaking at 6 months. However, GLP-1 RA users also had a 26% lower all-cause mortality. The findings highlight the need for mental health monitoring in patients on GLP-1 RAs, despite their metabolic and survi...

Scientists at KAIST developed generative AI that decodes cellular responses to drugs and genetic alterations with unprecedented precision. The model uses latent space encoding to predict outcomes of untested cell-drug pairings and genetic perturbations, addressing the challenge of combinatorial explosion in drug discovery.

Pharmaceutical and regulatory experts urge urgent strengthening of India's drug safety mechanisms amid rising international concerns. Doctors should anticipate stricter pharmacovigilance, more robust adverse event reporting, and possible changes in prescribing protocols as regulatory reforms are implemented.