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CCI flags pricing concerns at Delhi private hospitals; questions patient ‘lock-in’ practices
The Competition Commission of India raised alarms about the practices of private super-specialty hospitals in the Delhi NCR region. It was highlighted that patients find themselves in a 'locked-in' predicament, where they're almost forced to rely on the hospitals' own pharmacies and diagnostic services.
NEET row: NTA tells parliamentary panel leak did not happen from its system
A parliamentary committee questioned the NTA chief regarding the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak, with the director stating the leak did not originate from their system. The committee also reviewed NTA reforms and discussed the impact of AI on education, alongside challenges faced by Aligarh Muslim University and the National Commission for Minority Educational Institutions.
Deliver faster, focus on citizens: PM Modi sets tough reform agenda for ministers in marathon meeting
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday led an extensive meeting of the Council of Ministers that lasted for almost four and a half hours. During the key meeting, presentations were made by nine key ministries on governance priorities, reforms, and future action plans aimed at accelerating India’s development journey toward Viksit Bharat 2047.
No respite from hot days: IMD extends heatwave warning for another week as India sizzles | Check forecast
No relief in sight from the scorching heat appears to be coming soon, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Thursday extending heatwave warnings across several parts of the country till at least May 27. According to the weather office, northwest India is likely to witness mostly dry weather and clear skies over the coming days, intensifying the impact of the extreme temperatures.
PM Modi, Meloni in Rome: Car ride, dinner and Colosseum visit ahead of talks
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni for dinner and a walk through the Colosseum upon his arrival in Rome. The leaders exchanged perspectives on boosting India-Italy friendship, with their discussions taking on a relaxed tone against the historic backdrop. Modi also received a warm welcome from the Indian diaspora in Italy.
Petrol, diesel price hike: Congress targets Centre, takes 'inflation man' swipe at PM Modi
Fuel prices have seen their second hike in less than a week, with petrol and diesel increasing by approximately 90 paise per litre. This follows a nearly four-year freeze by state-run oil companies, with prices now reaching their highest levels since May 2022. Opposition parties allege the freeze was timed to end after state elections.
India confirms continued Russian oil imports despite end of US waiver, dismisses shortage concerns
India has said it will continue buying crude oil from Russia, even after the expiry of a key US sanctions waiver related to Russian oil. A senior government official on Monday said that the country’s energy policy will remain focused on affordability and supply security, regardless of changes in Western restrictions.
Bullet train image at Rail Bhawan only representational, clarifies Railway Board
An image of India’s proposed bullet train displayed at Rail Bhawan in New Delhi recently created confusion after many believed it was the first official look of the country’s upcoming high-speed train project. The picture, installed at Gate Number 4 of the Ministry of Railways, showed a sleek white-and-orange bullet train linked to the ambitious Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed Rail corridor. Several media reports described the image as the first glimpse of India’s future bullet train, expected to begin operations in the coming years. However, Railway Board officials have now clarified that t
Gains of past decades will be lost if crisis continues: PM Modi in The Netherlands
Prime Minister Modi warned that global challenges like pandemics, wars, and energy crises could push a large population back into poverty, potentially undoing decades of progress. He highlighted India's "unprecedented" transformation under his leadership, urging the diaspora to join the nation's journey towards becoming a developed country.
J&K: Elderly dead, 7 in hospital after consuming wild vegetable in Rajouri
Tragedy struck Rajouri's Mohra village as a 60-year-old man succumbed to suspected food poisoning after consuming a wild vegetable. Seven others, including two young children, were hospitalized following the incident affecting two families. Investigations are underway to determine the exact cause of the severe illness that led to the fatality and hospitalizations.
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