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In a small town in Gujarat, researchers are training AI to detect anaemia, without drawing blood

Innovation one of 33 shortlisted from over 150 applications got under ICMR-NIN INFUSE initiative. Study protocol published preprint last April, intended product is a smartphone app.

A 5-spice mix to fight long-term diabetes & obesity complications? ICMR set to back human trials

Looking beyond blood sugar control, ICMR-NIN scientists have combined 5 regular kitchen spices in precise proportions, 'marking a shift toward integrative health solutions'.

As GLP-1 generics flood Indian market, drug regulator cracks down on illegal sale & misleading ads

The push follows the patent expiry of semaglutide, which set off a rush of cheaper generics, but also exposed regulatory gaps—particularly in digital pharmacies and clinics.

NEET-PG cut-off reduction didn’t alter merit, only expanded pool—Centre reiterates stand in SC

The affidavit is the government's third submission to the SC in response to a writ petition filed by social worker Harisharan Devgan & others challenging the January cut-off revision.

‘Price no challenge, mindset is’: Novo Nordisk eyes next-gen anti-obesity drugs as generics enter market

Nordisk’s India managing director told ThePrint, his company has now moved to higher-dose Semaglutide, oral formulations and two new therapies which are advancing as cardiometabolic care.

Yes or no to front-of-pack warning labels? Industry, consumer groups dig their heels in at FSSAI meet

Warning-style labels are 'overly simplistic' & could mislead or alarm consumers, say industry voices. Consumer groups say industry views dominated talks, and a basic health measure meant to inform the public is being avoided.

Why do women make up two-thirds of Alzheimer’s cases? Study links risk to hormonal changes in midlife

New research published in The Journal of Clinical Investigation argues that Alzheimer’s may begin much earlier than previously thought, often between the ages of 45 and 65.

FSSAI seeks more time from SC to work on front-of-pack labels for foods with high fat, sugar & salt

Food regulator FSSAI weighs pictures versus labels on packaged food amid growing pressure for long-overdue health reform.

Why new guidelines in US recommend screening for ‘bad cholesterol’ as early as ages 9-11

Guidelines by American College of Cardiology, American Heart Association & other organisations endorse early detection and treatment of dyslipidemia—unhealthy levels of fats in blood.

Gross underspend cripples India’s community-level mental health battle. States spent 50% funds for 5 yrs

States have consistently underspent funds under District Mental Health Programme, which involves OPD, community outreach, awareness & training of healthcare workers in districts. 

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RBI delays stricter trading loan rules as volatility climbs amid Iran conflict

The rules now take effect on 1 July instead of 1 April, the Reserve Bank of India said. New rules may raise cost of raising capital for proprietary trading firms & squeeze profits.

More ‘hits’ than Rheinmetall ever—Ukraine drone manufacturer claps back at CEO’s ‘housewives’ remark

Oleksandr Yakovenko, founder of Ukrainian drone maker TAF Industries, further went on to highlight the growing 'irrelevance' of European defence platforms.

Gulf war exposed India’s fragilities. It’s time for navel-gazing, in the national interest

It’s easy to understand why the government can’t speak the hard truth. When this war ends, as all wars do, India’s interests will lie with both the winner and the loser.