#Healthcare

Machi Residents Demand Urgent Healthcare and School Repairs

Machi villagers are pressing the Manipur government to fix failing school infrastructure and improve round-the-clock healthcare services in the region.

Ratan Singh • 12 Oct 2026

Assam MLA helps family waive 7 lakh hospital bill

Dhing MLA Mehboob Muktar secured a 7 lakh rupee hospital bill waiver for a grieving family unable to pay for their relative's medical care and transport.

Timungpi Terang • 12 Oct 2026

Kohima Health Camp Targets Addiction and Medical Care

Officials held a health camp in Viswema to provide specialized medical services and promote awareness against substance abuse through local partnerships.

Naro Jamir • 12 Oct 2026

Tripura Reports 80 Percent Drop in Patient Referrals

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha claims out-of-state patient referrals fell 80 percent due to expanded medical services and trauma care across districts.

Ayan Debbarma • 12 Oct 2026

Group demands arrest of Barpeta Road doctor over assault claims

The Kutumb Suraksha Parishad is demanding the arrest of a Barpeta Road doctor accused of kicking a female patient at a government hospital.

Bibar Daimary • 11 Oct 2026

Nagaland Health Officials Push Vaccination and Palliative Care Programs

Health departments across Nagaland launched intensive campaigns for palliative care, routine immunization, and HPV vaccination to improve patient access.

Naro Jamir • 11 Oct 2026

Modi Promises Aid to Manipur as Chief Minister Pushes for Upgrades

Prime Minister Modi met Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh to discuss peace efforts, transport restoration, and major regional healthcare goals.

Diana Moirangthem • 10 Oct 2026

Mizo National Front accuses ZPM government of blocking health scheme data

Mizoram's opposition party alleges the ruling ZPM government is hiding private hospital agreements and flouting the state's Right to Information Act.

Chawngthu Fanai • 10 Oct 2026

Shillong honors Rebecca Suchiang with cancer and mental health awareness drive

Medical experts and survivors honored the late Rebecca Suchiang at a Shillong event, pushing for earlier cancer detection and mental health support.

NEWire Desk • 10 Oct 2026

Tura Medical College Stalls Amid Severe Faculty Shortage

Tura Medical College remains shuttered as officials struggle to fill faculty roles despite significant construction progress on the hospital facility.

Walrik Marak • 10 Oct 2026

Zunheboto Officials Push to End Mental Health Stigma

Zunheboto held a World Mental Health Day event to tackle stigma and promote early intervention through community support and professional counseling.

Kiyeto Swu • 9 Oct 2026

Health Ministry Targets Retailers in Prescription Drug Ad Crackdown

India's Health Ministry plans to mandate government approval for all prescription drug ads, closing loopholes for retailers and wholesale distributors.

Bibar Daimary • 9 Oct 2026

Assam Cabinet Praises Modi's Tenure as CM Honors Ratan Tata

Assam cabinet passed 75 resolutions marking Modi's 25 years in office while CM Himanta Biswa Sarma honored the late industrialist Ratan Tata's legacy.

Timungpi Terang • 9 Oct 2026

Government Caps Cancer Drug Prices to Slash Treatment Costs

New government rules cap trade margins on 110 cancer drugs at 30 percent, potentially saving patients 2,500 crore rupees annually.

Walrik Marak • 9 Oct 2026

Nagaland Community Health Officers Demand Job Regularization

The Nagaland Association of Community Health Officers met to address staffing needs, infrastructure gaps, and the fight against community health risks.

Naro Jamir • 9 Oct 2026