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Ayushman health scheme launched in Delhi, CM Rekha Gupta slams previous govt for delay

New Delhi, April 5: The Delhi government on Saturday signed an MoU for implementing the Ayushman Bharat Scheme for Rs 10-lakh health insurance even as Chief Minister Rekha Gupta slammed the previous city government for blocking the scheme, denying its benefits to lakhs of residents.

Delhi becomes 35th state to implement Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana

New Delhi, April 5: Delhi became the 35th State and Union Territory to implement the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY) after the National Health Authority (NHA) of the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) ) entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Delhi government on Saturday. The agreement was signed between L.S Changsan, additional Secretary, MoHFW and Chief Executive Officer, National Health Authority (NHA), and Dr S.B. Deepak Kumar, Secretary (Health and Family Welfare), Department of Health and Family Welfare, Government of NCT Delhi, today.

Good news for Delhi: Minister Parvesh Verma ahead of Ayushman Bharat scheme launch

New Delhi, April 5: In a major development for Delhi's healthcare sector, the much-awaited Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) is all set to be launched in the national Capital on Saturday.

Ayushman Bharat scheme to be launched in Delhi today

New Delhi, April 5: The much-anticipated Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) is set to be officially launched in Delhi on Saturday, marking a significant step towards expanding healthcare access for the city's most vulnerable populations.

34-36 Ayushman Arogya Mandirs to be built in Delhi: Pankaj Singh (IANS Exclusive)

New Delhi, April 2: The Delhi government is planning to establish 34 to 36 Ayushman Arogya Mandirs under the Pradhan Mantri Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission, Health Minister Pankaj Singh said on Wednesday.

IPL 2025: PBKS strike early, but late blitz by Badoni, Samad lifts LSG to 171/7

Lucknow, April 1: Arshdeep Singh took (3-43) but Nicholas Pooran's 44 and Ayush Badoni's 41 helped Lucknow Super Giants reach 171/7 after 20 overs against Punjab Kings in Match 13 of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, here at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium.

13.86 lakh registered allopathic doctors, 7.51 lakh practitioners in AYUSH system: Centre

New Delhi, April 1: The government on Tuesday said that there are 13,86,150 registered allopathic doctors and 7,51,768 registered practitioners in the AYUSH system of medicine, contributing to an estimated doctor-population ratio of 1:811.

Avoid false narrative on shortage of funds for health sector: Nadda

New Delhi, April 1: Union Health Minister, J.P. Nadda, on Tuesday flagged the slow rate of utilisation of central funds by states to improve health infrastructure, underscoring the need for timely implementation of projects and avoiding the false narrative that there is a shortage in the budget.

CGHS beneficiaries surge by 39 pc to 47.6 lakh in 2023-24

New Delhi, April 1: The number of Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) beneficiaries has surged by 39 per cent from 34.2 lakh in 2019-20 to 47.6 lakh in 2023-24, according to latest health Ministry data.

NIHFW likely to train health professionals in Delhi for AB-PMJAY Scheme

By Shalini Bhardwaj, New Delhi, March 31: The National Institute of Health and Family Welfare (NIHFW) is likely to conduct training programs for health professionals in Delhi under the Ayushman Bharat-Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) scheme.

PM Modi slams Cong for decades of 'neglect' & underdevelopment in Chhattisgarh

Bilaspur, March 30: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday strongly criticised the previous Congress governments for years of neglect towards Chhattisgarh, accusing it of plunging the state into a prolonged era of darkness and underdevelopment.

'Govt's priority to give better facilities', PM Modi lays foundation stone of eyecare centre in Nagpur

Nagpur, March 30: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said the Centre has not only doubled the number of medical colleges but also tripled the number of operational AIIMS (All India Institute of Medical Sciences) in the country in order to provide better health facilities to people.

Goal is to serve people by ensuring availability of qualified doctors: PM Modi in Nagpur

Nagpur, March 30: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that the goal of the government is to serve people of the nation by ensuring that qualified doctors are available to the people.

Central Council of Research in Unani Medicine (CCRUM) and National Institute of Unani Medicine take steps to promote research in Unani system of medicine

New Delhi, March 28: To promote research in Unani system of medicine, Ministry of Ayush, the Government of India has set up the Central Council of Research in Unani Medicine (CCRUM), New Delhi and National Institute of Unani Medicine (NIUM), Bengaluru, for education and research in Unani system of medicine which includes development of new drugs as well as conducting clinical trials on scientific lines, an official statement said.

Ayush Ministry working to integrate Unani with modern medicine: Prataprao Jadhav

New Delhi, March 29: The Ministry of Ayush is taking multiple initiatives, for the integration of Ayush systems, including Unani with modern medicine, said the government.

Aspiration to achievement: PM Modi highlights country's transformation in last decade

New Delhi, March 28: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday underlined India's transformation from dependence to self-reliance over the last decade, asserting that the dream of a developed India by 2047 can only be achieved through collective effort.

Number of AIIMS rose to 22 under Modi govt but there is no room for laxity on health services: Nadda tells LS

New Delhi, March 28: Union Health Minister JP Nadda on Friday acknowledged certain ‘shortcomings’ in the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) institutes across the country but categorically stated that there will be no compromise on the quality of health services in the country’s most premier health institution.

BJP on downward trend in West Bengal: TMC State Vice President

Kolkata, March 28: TMC West Bengal Vice President Jaiprakash Majumdar took a dig at the BJP, calling its flagship initiative, Ayushman Bharat, a "failed project" and dismissed the prospects of the party coming to power in the state.

Uttarakhand CM Dhami distributes appointment letters to newly appointed nursing officers

Dehradun, March 27: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami distributed appointment letters to newly appointed nursing officers of all the medical colleges of the state at Government Doon Medical College in Patel Nagar on Thursday, said a press statement.

UP CM Yogi distributes appointment letters to 283 medical officers of AYUSH in Lucknow

Lucknow, March 27: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath distributed appointment letters to 283 medical officers of the AYUSH department at the Lok Bhavan Auditorium in Lucknow on Thursday.

India among 5 'exemplar countries' in child mortality reduction: UN

New Delhi, March 27: With better health system investment, including Ayushman Bharat programme, India has been ranked among the five ‘exemplar countries’ in child mortality reduction, according to a report by the United Nations.

Rashmika Mandanna reveals her biggest fears

Mumbai, March 27: Actress Rashmika Mandanna has revealed that she fears deep waters and heights.

Over 77K hospital admissions worth Rs 87 cr authorised for mental health packages under AB-PMJAY: Centre

New Delhi, March 25: Under the flagship Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY), more than 77,000 hospital admissions worth Rs 87 crore have been authorised for mental health-related packages, said the government on Tuesday.

Gig workers to be covered under Ayushman Bharat, preparations for scheme rollout almost complete: Labour Secretary

By Shailesh Yadav, New Delhi, March 25: Gig workers and their families will be covered under Ayushman Bharat and will get health coverage of Rs 5 lakh. Preparations to provide the benefits of Ayushman Bharat to gig and platform workers are almost complete, Sumita Dawra, Secretary, Labour and Employment Ministry, told ANI in an exclusive interview.

Global research on ashwagandha surges by 111.58 pc between 2019 and 2024: Centre

New Delhi, March 25: From just 95 studies in 2019, the number of studies published on ashwagandha worldwide surged to 201 in 2024 -- a 111.58 per cent increase, said the Ministry of Ayush on Tuesday.

Now Ayushman Bharat scheme extends to Delhi; CM Rekha Gupta allocates Rs 2,144 crore

New Delhi, March 25: Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Tuesday announced the implementation of the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) in the national capital and allocated Rs 2,144 crore for the flagship scheme.

Ayush institutes organize free dental check-ups and workshops for Oral health awareness

New Delhi, March 21: In observance of World Oral Health Day, various organizations and institutes within the Ministry of Ayush have collaboratively initiated a nationwide awareness campaign.

Odisha Cabinet gives nod to State Road Policy-2025

Bhubaneswar, March 21: The Odisha Cabinet has approved the ‘Odisha State Road Policy, 2025’ to ensure the effective implementation and monitoring of road networks across the state.

Rashmika Mandanna always finds a way to workout

Mumbai, March 20: Rashmika Mandanna's social media feed is proof that the diva loves to sweat it out in the gym.

Ministry of Ayush takes proactive steps to safeguard public health regarding heatwave

New Delhi, March 20: In the wake of rising temperatures and India Meteorological Department (IMD) advisories issued to various regions, the Ministry of Ayush has initiated a nationwide sensitisation drive through its network of institutions spread across the country.

Ministry of Ayush launches sensitisation drive public health regarding heatwave

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