From NEET grind to blurred boundaries: The growing debate over Medical training in India
India’s evolving medical education system sparks debate over MBBS vs AYUSH training, clinical authority, and risks of blurred healthcare boundaries.
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From 51,348 to 1,28,976: MBBS Seats in India More Than Double Since 2013
In a major update shared in Parliament, Union Minister of State for Health, Smt. Anupriya Patel revealed that MBBS seats across India have skyrocketed to 1,28,976 up from just 51,348 in 2013-14. That’s a massive 151.18% jump! At the same time, number of medical colleges has grown from 387 to 818, marking an 111.36% increase.
Read MoreTragic Loss in Hyderabad: MBBS Graduate Ends Life Over Family Dispute on Pet Cat
A 23 year old woman who had just completed her MBBS degree and was preparing for postgraduate medical entrance exams tragically ended her life following repeated arguments with her family about keeping a pet cat at home.
Read MoreRajasthan Fake Doctor Racket Exposed: 18 Arrested in Massive FMGE Certificate Scam
Rajasthan SOG exposes massive fake FMGE certificate racket: 18 arrested, including ex-Rajasthan Medical Council Registrar Dr Rajesh Sharma & Nodal Officer. Unqualified ‘doctors’ practiced with forged docs charging ₹20-35 lakh.
Read MoreDehradun Doctor Suicide: 25 Year Old PG Student’s Death Exposes Mental Health Crisis in India’s Medical Colleges
Tragic suicide of a young ophthalmology PG student in Dehradun sparks calls for better mental health support in medical colleges.Why India’s Medical Students Desperately Need Better Mental Health Support
Read MoreOutrage at Sri Siddhartha Medical College: Professor Proposes to Female Student in Class, Faces Student Backlash
A recent event at a prominent medical institute in Bengaluru has left many shocked and concerned. A 50 year old assistant professor at the Sri Siddhartha Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Centre in T. Begur near Nelamangala (Bengaluru Rural district), allegedly made an inappropriate personal proposal to a 19 year old female MBBS student during an ongoing lecture.
Read MoreDoctor Who Fought 8 Years for Children’s Lives Now Hit with Legal Notice
Hyderabad paediatrician Dr. Sivaranjani Santosh, who advocated for clearer ORS labelling, receives legal notice from companies linked to Kenvue and Johnson & Johnson.
Read MoreRGHS Cashless Medicines Suspended in Rajasthan From Today
The Rajasthan Government Health Scheme (RGHS) has been a lifeline for lakhs of state government employees, pensioners and their families but right now cashless medicine distribution at private OPD pharmacies has been suspended due to massive pending payments
Read MoreR.G. Kar Hospital Controversy: Man Dies After Hospital Staff Allegedly Made Him Walk in Critical Condition
A 45 year old patient named Biswajit Samanta from Nimta reportedly collapsed and died at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital after his family claims he was forced to walk to a distant toilet while in critical condition. No stretcher, wheelchair or assistance was provided despite repeated requests.
Read More520 Staff Posts Sanctioned for New Piduguralla Medical College in Andhra Pradesh
A landmark decision that transform medical education and public healthcare in Andhra Pradesh, State government has given the green light to recruit 520 fresh staff positions for the new Government Medical College at Piduguralla. This move comes as the state gears up to welcome its first batch of MBBS students at the college from the 2026-27 academic session.
Read MoreDivi’s Laboratories Faces ₹570 Crore Tax Demand
On March 21,2026 company disclosed that it received a draft tax assessment order proposing additions of ₹570.51 crore to its income for FY 2022–23.
Read MoreTragic Death of a 24 Year Old Woman During Kidney Stone Surgery in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh
A 24 year old Anisha Rai from Devkali village in Ballia passed away at a private hospital in the Kotwali area while undergoing surgery for kidney stones. Her family alleges that doctors performed a far more invasive abdominal operation than promised, leading to excessive bleeding and her untimely death.
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