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Topic: Doctors

Doctor exodus & faculty vacancies cripple India’s AIIMS system. What’s causing the crisis

None of the country’s 20 AIIMS institutions have filled even 80% of the sanctioned posts, with faculty shortages ranging from 24 to 73%, government data show.

As Gaza’s doctors die, a young woman abandons her plans to become a teacher to one day take their place

Donya Abu Sitta, a 23-yr-old Palestinian woman & English language graduate, is studying to become a neurosurgeon. Her family has been displaced 6 times amid Israel's relentless bombardment.

‘I need a job’—aspiring doctors left in limbo as admin crisis paralyses Delhi Medical Council

Medical professionals are lining up for registration at DMC, which has been proposed for dissolution. Members allege procedural delays by Delhi govt.

ChatGPT (The Old Testament version) & pirates of the Mediterranean

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Doctors fume as ‘Dr BC Roy Memorial Award’ conferred years after prestigious original was discontinued

Instituted in 1962 by the erstwhile MCI, the original award was considered the most coveted for the medical fraternity in the country but was discontinued in 2019.

Hindu designer says ‘India has it better’, Pakistanis say ‘Go to India’

A selection of the best news reports, analysis and opinions published by ThePrint this week.

The age of health-fluencers, blending humour & expertise to bust myths, promote health literacy

From sexual & gut health to paediatrics & daily wellness, influencers like Dr Cuterus, Bacchon Ki Doctor share valuable information & empow viewers to take charge of their own health.

‘CBI has done nothing’, says RG Kar doctor’s father ahead of verdict by Sealdah court

Sealdah Civil and Criminal Court is set to announce the verdict of RG Kar rape-murder case today. The victim’s father said he has also written to the PMO to no avail.

Man kills doctor in South Delhi, claims he touched him ‘inappropriately’

The accused, 23, flew into a fit of rage and strangled the 52-year-old doctor and slit his throat, say police.

‘Disability will always exist.’ Activist-doctor calls for focus on strengthening support systems

For this purpose, Dr Satendra Singh advocates for a collective effort by private players, government, and society in fostering inclusivity for welfare of the disabled.

On Camera

Nobel committee, note how Trump allowed Munir to make nuclear threat against India from US soil

So far, India has responded to his threats with a measured, diplomatic, strategic, and multi-dimensional approach. Now, it needs to react firmly.

Modi’s ‘Diwali bonanza’ for the common man—next-gen GST reforms, lower tax on daily-use items soon

Finance ministry says the proposed revamp will focus on structural reforms, rate rationalisation & ease of living, & will be deliberated upon in the coming weeks.

What is Project Sudarshan Chakra, announced by Modi from ramparts of Red Fort

The project is meant to be a ‘protective shield that will keep expanding’, the PM said. It is on the lines of the ‘Golden Dome’ announced by Trump, it is learnt.

Modi’s ready to risk it all for farmers. Farm reform can answer Trump with new Green Revolution

Standing up to America is usually not a personal risk for a leader in India. Any suggestions of foreign pressure unites India behind who they see as leading them in that fight.