News | May 08, 2026
ICMR launches fellowship programme for biomedical scientists from developing countries
Initiative aims to strengthen South-South collaboration and capacity building in biomedical research
Initiative aims to strengthen South-South collaboration and capacity building in biomedical research
With 267 million tobacco users, improving access to evidence-based cessation tools is seen as critical
Under the new policy, financial assistance has been increased to Rs 50 lakh per patient to improve treatment access
While Drugs for Neglected Diseases initiative (DNDi) drives the R&D for neglected diseases, we collaborate with pharmaceutical companies at multiple stages, including sourcing promising molecules
His appointment is expected to strengthen scientific input in policy discussions across public health, biotech, and translational research
New appointments bring diagnostics and medtech expertise to strengthen healthcare delivery and policy engagement
Stakeholders call for coordinated action on diagnostics, vaccines, and health system readiness as the monsoon season approaches
These tests deliver results in 10–15 minutes at a cost of Rs 100–Rs 150, compared to conventional diagnostics which cost up to Rs 15,000
The Union Minister noted that heat stress contributes to a rise in both communicable diseases such as dengue and non-communicable conditions like cardiovascular disorder
Medical experts point to a growing body of research linking energy drinks to liver injury
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