Karnataka’s drug regulator has asked the National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority to review how private hospitals bill patients for medicines and consumables bought at discounted institutional prices. The proposal, based on price checks of 256 products, would cap the patient price at the lowest of the statutory price, printed MRP, or hospital’s acquisition cost plus a permitted margin and taxes.
More than 6,000 people participated in the sixth edition of Kauvery BEATS in Bengaluru's Electronic City ahead of World Heart Day. The 5-km event included running, walking and cycling, while doctors highlighted physical activity and monitoring of blood pressure, sugar and cholesterol. The initiative also supported planned surgeries for 50 children from disadvantaged families.
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Actor Deepak Tijori, speaking at the 5th National Yogasana Sports Championship 2026 in Mumbai, urged people to make yoga part of daily life. He said "Yoga means breathing, and if we keep our breathing right, the internal structure of our body will be fine." Dr Aditi Govitrikar added that yoga works on the body, breath and mind together.
World Rabies Day is observed on September 28 to raise awareness about the deadly but preventable disease. WHO says one person dies from rabies every nine minutes, with dogs causing 99% of human cases. Immediate wound washing, rabies vaccination and timely post-exposure treatment can prevent deaths after a suspected animal bite.
Preparing the body before Natarajasana is important as it requires balance, flexibility and a deep backbend. Surya Namaskar, Vrikshasana, Anjaneyasana, Dhanurasana, Bhujangasana, Virabhadrasana and Eka Pada Rajakapotasana can help improve flexibility, strengthen balance and reduce the risk of muscle strain or injury during the pose. The complete relaxation of body is essential for Natarajasana.
India has called for a fair Pathogen Access and Benefit Sharing (PABS) system under the WHO Pandemic Agreement, with Health Secretary Punya Salila Srivastava stressing that countries sharing pathogens must get timely access to vaccines, diagnostics and treatments. She also highlighted stronger health systems, digital infrastructure and global pandemic preparedness.
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Before sharing fitness tracker data with an insurer, policyholders should check what metrics are collected, why they are needed and who can access them. They should also understand whether data sharing affects premiums, coverage, renewals or claims. Specific terms for earning rewards and consent requirements should also be reviewed before linking any wearable or health application.
Drones could speed up the delivery of automated external defibrillators (AEDs) to people suffering out-of-hospital cardiac arrests, potentially improving survival, a study showed. The technology could help emergency services get life-saving devices to victims faster, which is crucial during cardiac emergencies. In the UK, over 30,000 such arrests occur annually, with fewer than 10% surviving.
Ferritin face, resulting from a lack of iron in the body, makes the skin appear dull, Edwina Raj, Head of Services – Clinical Nutrition & Dietetics at Bengaluru's Aster CMI Hospital said. Low iron levels leave visible clues on your face, including dark circles under the eyes. Ferritin face can include swollen lips and changes in the mouth.
India’s Production Linked Incentive (PLI) schemes have reportedly boosted domestic production of bulk drugs, pharmaceuticals & medical devices, reducing import dependence and attracting investment. By June 2026, pharma PLI investments had reached ₹46,744 crore. Domestic production has expanded across APIs, complex medicines & high-end devices, including MRI machines, CT scanners and heart valves.
