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During the India AI Impact Summit, Amul demonstrated an AI-powered assistance tool that provides dairy farmers with 24/7 animal health monitoring. The technology helps rural farmers diagnose livestock issues early, improving sustainable agricultural yields and rural livelihoods.

UUnited News of India
Feb 23, 2026

Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospital in Visakhapatnam successfully performed India’s first documented tandem autologous stem cell transplant for a rare childhood brain tumor. The complex procedure on a three-year-old girl represents a significant medical advancement in treating aggressive pediatric cancers.

TThe Times of India
Feb 23, 2026

Researchers at IISER Pune have created ultra-thin electronic devices using a novel 2D semiconductor, Bismuth Oxyselenide. These robust, flexible nanosheets can be folded thousands of times without losing performance, paving the way for advanced wearable health monitors and foldable electronics.

HHindustan Times
Feb 23, 2026

DD News reported that two national initiatives—SAHI and BODH—were set to be launched to strengthen the use of AI in healthcare. The initiatives are positioned as steps toward expanding AI-supported health systems and decision-making.

DDD News
Feb 23, 2026
YUVAi Global Youth Challenge winners showcase AI prototypes for public good

A PIB release said the YUVAi Global Youth Challenge drew thousands of applications, with selected young teams presenting working AI prototypes. Themes highlighted included public health, agriculture, climate resilience, accessibility and digital trust.

PPress Information Bureau (PIB)
Feb 23, 2026

AIIMS New Delhi was placed sixth in a global ranking of hospitals. The report highlighted the institute’s performance across evaluated parameters, with AIIMS officials and faculty noting the recognition as a boost for patients and healthcare workers.

TThe Times of India
Feb 10, 2026
ICMR advances development of improved Kyasanur Forest Disease vaccine

ICMR announced progress on an improved vaccine candidate for Kyasanur Forest Disease (KFD). The update outlines advances in development aimed at better protection against the tick-borne viral illness that affects parts of India.

PPress Information Bureau (PIB)
Feb 9, 2026
Chennai vets treat injured Olive Ridley turtle and release it back into the sea

An injured Olive Ridley turtle in Chennai received veterinary care and was later released back into the sea in coordination with authorities. The story documents treatment steps and the eventual release after recovery.

TThe Better India
Feb 5, 2026
College students take menstrual health awareness to rural girls across multiple states

Project Ecosanitation, led by college students, runs menstrual health awareness sessions for rural girls and communities. The initiative focuses on practical education and community engagement to improve menstrual health knowledge and support.

TThe Better India
Feb 5, 2026
Gujarat’s Karuna Abhiyan rescues 16,380 birds during Uttarayan; ~90% survive

During Uttarayan (Jan 10–20), Gujarat’s Karuna Abhiyan treated 16,380 injured birds across 41 species, with 14,690 reported saved. The effort involved bird collection centers, treatment facilities, veterinarians, and thousands of volunteers statewide.

TTimes of India
Feb 5, 2026
Indian Army teams screen 2,500+ people for eye issues across 120 Kutch border villages

Southern Command medical units conducted eye screenings for over 2,500 residents in remote border villages in Gujarat’s Kutch. Patients diagnosed with advanced cataract and other issues were scheduled for free surgeries at Military Hospital Bhuj.

TTimes of India
Feb 5, 2026
Lucknow cancer institute installs CyberKnife system for precision, non-invasive radiosurgery

Kalyan Singh Super Speciality Cancer Institute in Lucknow inaugurated a CyberKnife robotic radiosurgery system designed to deliver high-dose radiation with sub-millimetre accuracy. The system can track tumour movement in real time and aims to expand treatment options for complex tumours.

TTimes of India
Feb 5, 2026

The PfA Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation Center is receiving recognition for its dedicated medical care for injured wild animals. With specialized caretakers and community support, the center provides a second lease on life for wildlife, emphasizing the importance of coexistience and kindness toward all living beings.

TThe Better India
Feb 5, 2026

A smart renewable microgrid system is being deployed to solve electricity access issues in remote rural pockets of India. This decentralized energy solution provides reliable, green power to villages that were previously off-grid, supporting local education, healthcare, and evening community activities.

TThe Better India
Feb 5, 2026
India Hosts Second WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine

India is hosting the Second WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine in New Delhi. The event brings together global experts to advance evidence-based traditional medicine, focusing on integrating ancient knowledge with modern science for universal health coverage.

PPress Information Bureau
Dec 18, 2025

A research paper on technology evolution co-authored by an IIM Bangalore doctoral student and professors won the Runner-up Best Paper Award at the India Strategy Conference. Another doctoral student received a global scholarship for the Academy of Management meeting.

IIIM Bangalore
Dec 18, 2025
Govt updates senior-citizen health cover: 93 lakh Ayushman Vay Vandana cards issued

In a Parliament reply, the Health Ministry said over 93 lakh Ayushman Vay Vandana cards had been created by December 5, 2025 for seniors aged 70+. It also reported 7.89 lakh hospital admissions worth ₹1,741 crore authorised under this category as of October 31, 2025.

PPress Information Bureau, Government of India
Dec 18, 2025
Homeless Nagpur residents rehabilitated through ‘Mission Mukti’ may attend R-Day parade

Four people rescued from street homelessness in Nagpur were rehabilitated via ‘Mission Mukti’ with shelter, medical aid, counselling, skill training, and livelihood support. They have been proposed as possible special guests for Republic Day 2026, though invitations were not yet confirmed.

TThe Times of India
Dec 18, 2025
Pune doctors save 3-day-old with rare intestinal emergency

Doctors performed emergency surgery on a three-day-old diagnosed with intestinal malrotation with midgut volvulus, a potentially fatal condition. The baby later needed a second emergency procedure for bowel perforation and was discharged stable after nearly three weeks.

TThe Times of India
Dec 18, 2025

A multicentre trial across eight Indian stroke centres tested the Supernova stent retriever for large-vessel strokes. Doctors restored blood flow in nearly 94% of patients, with half regaining functional independence by 90 days and no device-related complications reported.

TThe Economic Times
Dec 18, 2025
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