Govt Issues New Update To Medical Devices Skill Scheme Guidelines
MoC&F revises guidelines for medical device skill scheme; key changes in funding, reimbursements, and student intake thresholds now in effect.
ESIC Expands Medical Benefits to Boudh District, Odisha
From May 1, 2025, ESIC medical benefits are extended to families of insured workers in Boudh, Odisha, under Section 46(2) and Regulation 95-A.
Government of India Pushes for Nationwide Implementation of Swap Donor Transplantation
The National Organ & Tissue Transplant Organisation (NOTTO) is actively promoting and streamlining the process of swap donor transplantation across the country. This initiative aims to significantly increase the availability of organs for patients who have biologically incompatible near-relative donors.
Drug Batch Declared Substandard by ESIC: Immediate Action
ESIC reports a drug batch from Zuventus Healthcare as “Not of Standard Quality”. Hospitals directed to halt its use and recover costs from supplier.
Ministry of Health Mandates Strict Timelines for Live Organ Donation Approvals
The Ministry of Health & Family Welfare has issued a directive to all States and Union Territories, mandating strict adherence to new, expedited timelines. The Ministry acknowledged that existing delays often lead to the unfortunate demise of recipients.
Tripura Excise Act Amended: Section 55 Now Deleted
Tripura deletes Section 55 from its Excise Act, removing penalties on consumption of non-medicinal intoxicants in chemist shops under specific conditions.
ESIC Extends Medical Benefit in Hingoli, Nandurbar Districts
Effective May 1, 2025, ESIC medical benefits now cover families of insured persons in Hingoli and Nandurbar districts, Maharashtra, under ESI Act provisions.
ESIC Extends Medical Benefits to More Bihar Districts
From May 1, 2025, ESIC medical benefits are extended to insured persons’ families in six more Bihar districts, enhancing healthcare access under ESI Act.
CDSCO Issues Guidelines for Safe Disposal of Expired and Unused Drugs to Combat AMR
The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) has released guidelines for the safe and proper disposal of expired and unused medicines and drugs. This initiative aims to protect public health, animal health, and the environment, while also addressing the growing concern of Anti-Microbial Resistance (AMR).
Government Proposes Ban on Several Antimicrobials in Animals Due to Human Health Risk
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has issued a draft notification proposing a ban on the import, manufacture, sale, and distribution of several antimicrobials and their formulations for use in animals, citing potential risks to human health. This notification was published on May 22, 2025.
