Scanning cancer, up close & personal: A revolution is underway in cancer diagnosisA gene-based test called next-generation sequencing can identify precise mutations, which can then be treated with targeted therapies. Sinc...
22 Jun, 2026, 12.25 PM IST
The old health insurance model sees hospitalisation as an inconvenience, says Narayana Health's Viren Prasad Shetty; bets on managed care modelIt has been close to two years since Narayana Health’s wholly owned subsidiary, Narayana Health Insurance—which has adopted a ‘managed heal...
15 Jun, 2026, 11.11 AM IST
India's healthcare transformed in 12 years under PM Modi: ReportIndia's healthcare sector has seen a major transformation over the last 12 years. Health insurance coverage has expanded significantly. Mat...
10 Jun, 2026, 10.41 PM IST
Electric mobility key to long-term fight against air pollution: UNEP chiefA top UN official stresses electric mobility and mandatory vehicle emissions testing for long-term air pollution solutions. India's plan to...
05 Jun, 2026, 03.54 PM IST
'Raaj Kumar was moody': Actor called everyone 'Jaani' after his dog's name. Director draws comparison between him and Amitabh BachchanFilmmaker KC Bokadia revealed that working with veteran actor Raaj Kumar was more challenging than working with Amitabh Bachchan. Raaj Kuma...
19 May, 2026, 09.12 AM IST
Siemens eyes exit from cancer care chain American Oncology InstituteSiemens Healthineers is exiting its Indian cancer care chain, American Oncology Institute. The deal is valued between ₹1,500-2,000 crore. P...
14 May, 2026, 01.00 AM IST
Guardant Health to launch blood-based cancer test in India with Zydus LifesciencesGuardant Health is set to introduce a groundbreaking blood test in India for early cancer detection. This multi-cancer test, co-marketed by...
05 May, 2026, 10.37 PM IST
Caught on camera: Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag filmed vaping in dressing roomRajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag was filmed vaping in the team dressing room during a live match broadcast. The incident occurred in th...
29 Apr, 2026, 11.20 AM IST
Asha Bhosle dies at 92: Iconic singer’s only daughter committed suicide. Who was Varsha Bhosle?Iconic Indian singer Asha Bhosle has passed away at 92 following heart and breathing complications. Her life, marked by personal tragedies ...
12 Apr, 2026, 01.49 PM IST
3 in 5 individuals in India die after cancer diagnosis, women disproportionately affected: StudyIndia is projected to face a substantial increase in cancer-related deaths over the next two decades, particularly affecting women. The Ind...
24 Feb, 2025, 07.54 PM IST
Over 3k brands hit pharma mkt, cancer drug tops in salesIndia's pharma market has introduced 3,151 new brands in the past year, with AstraZeneca's cancer drug Enhertu becoming the top-seller, ref...
11 Feb, 2025, 11.17 PM IST
Northeast cancer capital of India with highest new cases: ReportThe report, released by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and National Centre for Disease Informatics and Research (NCDIR), sta...
18 Aug, 2021, 03.18 PM IST
Improved life expectancy a factor leading to increased incidence of cancer: studyThe study looked at the disease through ancient Hindu Vedic scriptures to the colonial time and found that the disease dates back to 17th c...
07 Aug, 2019, 07.52 AM IST
City life causing you stress? Watch out for prostate cancer riskThe incidence of prostate cancer has increased in India over the past decade.
03 Oct, 2018, 09.25 AM IST
Personalised & evidence-based treatment way forward for cancer cureThe generic approach to cure cancer is not yet that advanced across the world, including India.
16 Oct, 2016, 04.35 PM IST
Cancer is the 2nd biggest killer globallyCancer has emerged as the second-leading cause of death globally after cardiovascular diseases. In India, deaths from the disease have incr...
29 May, 2015, 01.30 PM IST
More Indian women than men are diagnosed with cancer every yearIn the past four years, 62-65% of cancer-related insurance claims were for women while it was only between 35-38% for men.
04 Feb, 2015, 11.53 AM IST