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In a bid to adapt to the evolving global landscape and promote internationalization in education, the Indian Nursing Council (INC) has issued a significant notification on August 2nd, 2023, announcing the addition of foreign languages as an optional subject/course in BSc Nursing and GNM programs. This move aims to enhance the overall personality development of […]

In a momentous development for India’s healthcare sector, the Lok Sabha has successfully passed the National Nursing and Midwifery Commission (NNMC) Bill 2023 on Friday. This significant bill aims to elevate nursing and midwifery standards nationwide. The NNMC Bill 2023 seeks to establish the NNMC as a statutory body entrusted with regulating and overseeing nursing […]

Hepatitis Day is an annual event dedicated to raising awareness about viral hepatitis, a global health concern affecting millions worldwide. On this occasion, we explore the significance of Hepatitis B management and the technical guidelines outlined in MoHFW’s document. Understanding these guidelines is crucial for healthcare professionals to combat Hepatitis B effectively and reduce its […]

The Kerala State Government has taken a significant step towards empowering the transgender community by reserving seats for them in the nursing sector. This pioneering initiative has garnered widespread praise on social media and is being hailed as a historic move in promoting inclusivity and equality. Kerala’s Health Minister, Veena George, recently announced the allocation […]

Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, has issued the admit card for the BSc Nursing (4 Years) and B.Sc. Nursing (Post-Basic) courses for the year 2023. The PGIMER BSc Nursing 2023 exam is scheduled to be held on August 4, 2023. Aspirants can now download their hall tickets from the official website, […]

Lupin Digital Health, India’s pioneering evidence-based cardiology digital therapeutics (DTx) platform, has joined hands with the esteemed American College of Cardiology (ACC) in an unprecedented collaboration aimed at transforming in-home cardiovascular care in India. The partnership seeks to accelerate the application and adoption of Digital Therapeutics (DTx) in Cardiology, addressing the pressing challenge of cardiovascular […]

The Indian government’s steadfast dedication to enhancing healthcare and education has taken a momentous leap forward with the introduction of a visionary provision in the National Nursing and Midwifery Commission (NNMC) Bill 2023. This transformative legislation proposes the establishment of a Nursing and Midwifery Advisory Council, and notably, it envisions the inclusion of directors from […]

In a significant address at the G20 Global Food Regulators Summit 2023, Indian Minister of Health and Family Welfare, Dr. Manshukh Mandaviya, called for the establishment of an assembly dedicated to food matters, akin to the esteemed World Health Assembly. The summit, which brought together global food regulators and policymakers to address pressing food safety […]

In a significant turn of events, the High Court has lifted the ban on admission to ANM, GNM, and BSc Nursing courses in Jharkhand. The court’s decision came after the Jharkhand government filed an affidavit, proposing changes to the earlier advertisement. Justice R Mukhopadhyay’s court removed the stay on the advertisement, which had previously restricted […]

Today, the National Nursing and Midwifery Commission Bill 2023 was introduced in the Parliament, marking a big step forward for India’s healthcare industry. This ground-breaking law seeks to create the National Nursing and Midwifery Commission (NNMC) as a legislative agency, in charge of policing and monitoring nursing and midwifery training and practise throughout the country. […]

The Indian Nursing Council (INC) has created regulations for a new Post Basic Diploma in Paediatric Specialty Nursing, a one-year residency program designed to prepare registered nurses (GNM or B.Sc.) with specialized skills, knowledge, and attitude in providing comprehensive care to children with acute, chronic, and other congenital disorders (medical and surgical) including Paediatric emergencies. […]

The government is set to introduce a number of healthcare reform bills in the Monsoon Session of Parliament starting 20th July. These bills aim to improve the regulation, quality, and accessibility of healthcare services in India. One of the most important bills is the National Nursing and Midwifery Commission Bill, 2023. This bill seeks to […]