UNION MINISTER OF HEALTH AND FAMILY
'Viksit Bharat' goal can be achieved by having smaller families, says J P Nadda
Union Health Minister J P Nadda emphasized on achieving the 'Viksit Bharat' goal through maintaining the health of Indian families with smaller sizes. He urged the Centre and states to collaborate on family planning choices to avoid unwanted pregnancies, meet contraceptive needs, and celebrate World Population Day for population stabilization. Nadda highlighted the success of 'Mission Parivar Vikas' in reducing fertility rates and mortality, urging continued efforts to achieve replacement levels nationwide.
Health Minister JP Nadda chairs first executive committee meeting of National One Health Mission
Health Minister leads executive committee meeting for National One Health Mission to enhance disease control and pandemic preparedness. Mission aims to integrate 'One Health' approach for comprehensive health solutions.
Budget 2024: Is a Rs 10 lakh insurance the vitamin India's healthcare system needs?
The Centre is considering doubling the beneficiary base of the Ayushman Bharat health insurance scheme over the next three years, starting with those aged above 70, alongside raising annual coverage to Rs 10 lakh. These proposals are anticipated in the upcoming Union Budget. The interim Budget increased Ayushman Bharat's allocation to Rs 7,200 crore for secondary and tertiary care, with Rs 646 crore for health infrastructure.
Union Budget 2024: Govt mulls doubling number of AB-PMJAY beneficiaries, insurance amount
Budget 2024: The government plans to double Ayushman Bharat's beneficiary base over three years, starting with those aged 70 and above. Insurance coverage may increase to Rs 10 lakh per year, potentially costing an additional Rs 12,076 crore annually. These proposals might be announced in the upcoming Union Budget, enhancing healthcare accessibility and financial protection.
35,819 candidates take foreign medical graduate exam: Health ministry
New Delhi: Over 35,000 candidates took the FMGE to practice medicine, said the Union health ministry. Conducted by NBEMS at 71 centres in 21 states with no incidents. Supervised by over 250 appraisers and 45 faculty, with senior officers deputed at all centres. NBEMS, an autonomous body, will declare results. Exams were augmented for smooth conduct.
Government forms Cabinet Committees, includes Union Ministers from NDA allies
The central government has formed eight Cabinet Committees, including the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet, Cabinet Committee on Accommodation, Economic Affairs, Parliamentary Affairs, Political Affairs, Security, Investment and Growth, and Skill Employment and Livelihood, with key ministers and special invitees designated to each committee to address various aspects of governance and decision-making.
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Sharpen focus on education and health this Budget, experts urge FM
Although the pandemic is behind us, the focus on the health sector shouldn't be diluted, he added. There were also suggestions to tightly monitor the implementation of all such social sector schemes, he added. Facilities at schools and hospitals need to be further improved and vacancies filled up on time, some of them said in the meeting. In the interim Budget for FY25 in February, the government had pegged the outlay for the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare at ₹90,659 crore, up marginally from the FY24 budget estimate of ₹89,155 crore. This outlay also includes spending on health research.
BJP chief and Union Minister JP Nadda to be Leader of the House in Rajya Sabha
BJP President and Health and Family Welfare Minister JP Nadda has been appointed as the Leader of the House in Rajya Sabha. This decision comes after Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal moved to the Lok Sabha, representing the Mumbai North constituency.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma takes over health department in cabinet reshuffle after Lok Sabha polls
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has reshuffled some departments following the recent Lok Sabha polls. He has taken over the Health and Family Welfare Department from Keshav Mahanta, who previously handled the health portfolio. Mahanta will oversee Transport, Excise, and Fisheries departments.
Kate Middleton health update: Princess of Wales announces first public appearance since cancer diagnosis, Rishi Sunak reacts
Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, has announced her return to public life, confirming her attendance at the Trooping the Colour parade, celebrating King Charles' official birthday. This will be her first public appearance since revealing her cancer diagnosis earlier this year. In a heartfelt message, she shared that her treatment is ongoing, with both good and bad days. The announcement has garnered widespread support, including praise from UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.
Kuwait Fire: PM Modi announces Rs 2 lakh ex-gratia for victim's families, Indian Embassy extends support
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed grief over the death of at least 40 Indian nationals in a devastating fire in a building in the southern Mangaf district of Kuwait. He assured that the Indian Embassy in Kuwait is closely monitoring the situation and working with Kuwaiti authorities to assist those adversely affected.
Suresh Gopi calls on E K Nayanar's family on his first visit to Kerala as union minister
BJP leader and Union Minister Suresh Gopi visited the family of late CPI(M) veteran E K Nayanar, former Kerala Chief Minister, during his first visit to Kerala after assuming office as MoS for Tourism and Petroleum. Gopi paid respects at various temples before visiting Nayanar's home in Kalliasseri, where he was warmly welcomed by Nayanar's wife, Sarada teacher.
Rahul Gandhi taunts BJP, lists 'inheritor' ministers
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi criticized BJP ministers in the third Modi government, accusing them of political positions through family inheritance. He highlighted the contrast between BJP's accusations of nepotism and their own family-oriented political ascendency.
Ayushman Bharat expansion is prescription for nation's health
JP Nadda, new Health Minister, sets agenda for first 100 days including extending Ayushman Bharat scheme to 70+ age group and launching U-Win vaccine portal.
Rising to prominence as health minister during Covid peak, Mandaviya returns to Modi cabinet
Mansukh Mandaviya, a grassroots BJP worker, became the Union health minister after rising through the party ranks. He won the Lok Sabha elections from Porbandar, Gujarat, defeating Congress' Lalit Vasoya by a large margin.
BJP President JP Nadda gets two ministries, Health and Fertilizers, in PM Modi's new cabinet
Jagat Prakash Nadda has been allocated the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and Minister of Chemicals and Fertilizers in Prime Minister Narendra Modi's new cabinet. He returns to the ministry after leading the Bharatiya Janata Party for over four years.
33 first-timers in Modi 3.0; 6 from well-known political families
Those joining Prime Minister Narendra Modi's council of ministers for the first time include three former chief ministers -- Shivraj Singh Chouhan (Madhya Pradesh), Manohar Lal Khattar (Haryana) and HD Kumaraswamy (Karnataka).
JP Nadda returns to Modi Cabinet after stint as BJP chief
JP Nadda, the BJP president from Himachal Pradesh, returned to PM Modi's council of ministers as a Cabinet minister. He served as Union health minister in Modi's first term and has a background in law and grassroots politics.
Bandi Sanjay's family elated over his name figuring in ministerial berth in NDA Cabinet
As Bandi Sanjay Kumar is expected to join the Union council of ministers, his family celebrated and thanked BJP leaders and supporters. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will take oath for his third consecutive term on Sunday. Kumar's wife, Aparna, expressed immense joy, calling it the best moment of their lives.
No revenge in politics, it's about sportsmanship: Kishori Lal Sharma
Newly-elected Amethi MP Kishori Lal Sharma views the constituency as an "amanat" of the Gandhi family, vowing no "khayanat" (breach of trust). The victory over Smriti Irani wasn't about revenge but a testament to people's support. Rahul Gandhi's choice of constituency remains undecided, with Sharma advocating for Rae Bareli. Sharma left the decisions to the party high command.
Jyotiraditya Scindia wins Guna constituency in Madhya Pradesh
Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia wins Guna constituency in Madhya Pradesh against Congress candidate. Scindia's victory continues the political legacy of the Scindia family in the region.
NHCX, a single portal for all health insurance claims soon: what is the claims process, benefits to policyholders
The digital platform, to be launched in 2-3 months, will speed up and standardise claim settlement process, leading to cost benefits for the insured.
Can do roadshow in 47 degrees: Anurag Thakur takes dig at Kejriwal citing ill health while seeking bail
The Supreme Court's Registry on Wednesday said that the apex court's previous order gave Kejriwal the liberty to move the trial court for regular bail. The top court had on May 10 had granted interim bail to the Delhi Chief Minister till June 1 to campaign for Lok Sabha election and asked him to surrender on June 2.
Rajkot fire tragedy: One person is still missing, informs Gujarat Home Minister
Gujarat Home Minister Harsh Sanghvi visited the site of a devastating fire in a Rajkot gaming zone, where 27 people, including children, lost their lives. He reported that one person remains missing and stressed that finding this individual is a top priority.
Rajkot fire tragedy: 30 ICU beds prepared in AIIMS Rajkot for treatment of injured, informs Health Minister Mandaviya
Union Health Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya announced the preparation of 30 ICU beds at AIIMS Rajkot for treating victims of the Rajkot fire tragedy, which claimed 27 lives. He expressed his condolences to the bereaved families. Gujarat Home Minister Harsh Sanghvi prioritized finding a missing person and ordered a thorough investigation. The TRP game zone owner and manager are being interrogated. Union Home Minister Amit Shah also offered condolences to the families of the deceased.
Rajkot Gaming Zone Fire: 27 dead, one missing, investigation underway; Here's all you need to know
A tragic fire at a gaming zone in Rajkot, Gujarat, has claimed the lives of at least 27 people, including nine children. The fire broke out on Saturday evening, engulfing the two-story building housing the TRP Game Zone. The facility was packed with around 300 people, many of whom were children, due to the summer vacation and weekend rush. Search and rescue efforts are ongoing, with one person still missing. A Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been formed to probe the incident. The Gujarat government has ordered urgent inspections at gaming zones across cities to assess fire safety measures.
"Want to serve people, maybe through Rajya Sabha...": Robert Vadra
Robert Vadra told ANI, "I do not want to come to politics to give a reply to anyone. I want to serve the people of the country, so maybe it is through the Rajya Sabha. I will keep working for the people across the country and will travel to Amethi, Raebareli, and Morabadad, as it makes me very happy to get their blessings. So I will surely join active politics after some time."
"I am a politician, not a servant of Gandhi family": Congress' Amethi candidate KL Sharma responds to BJP's 'peon' jibe
Congress' Amethi candidate KL Sharma has defended himself as a seasoned politician and not a servant of the Gandhi family, stating that he will defeat Union Minister Smriti Irani in the ongoing Lok Sabha elections. Sharma criticized the BJP's increased vote share in Amethi and Raebareli in the 2019 elections, claiming it was a pass muster to distract public attention from the real issues. He criticized the BJP's weaponization of the media against the Opposition and the lack of fulfillment of its promises in the 2014 polls.
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