News for 'All India Institute of Medical Sciences'

Can't kill a child: SC on termination of 26-week pregnancy

Can't kill a child: SC on termination of 26-week pregnancy

Rediff.com12 Oct 2023

"Do you want us to tell the doctors at AIIMS to stop the fetal heart?" the bench, also comprising Justices J B Pardiwala and Manoj Misra, asked the counsel appearing for the 27-year-old woman.

Jaitley's health deteriorates: AIIMS sources

Jaitley's health deteriorates: AIIMS sources

Rediff.com24 Aug 2019

The AIIMS has not issued any bulletin on Jaitley's health since August 10.

NIA to probe J-K police inspector Wani's killing

NIA to probe J-K police inspector Wani's killing

Rediff.com8 Dec 2023

The probe into the killing of Jammu and Kashmir Police inspector Masroor Ahmad Wani has been handed over to the National Investigation Agency (NIA), a senior police officer said in Srinagar on Friday.

Lalu Prasad admitted to Delhi AIIMS after being airlifted from Patna

Lalu Prasad admitted to Delhi AIIMS after being airlifted from Patna

Rediff.com7 Jul 2022

Kumar visited the Paras Hospital, where Prasad has been admitted since Monday, a day after he had a fall at his home and fractured his shoulder.

Suicide Prevention Day: How To Help A Student In Distress

Suicide Prevention Day: How To Help A Student In Distress

Rediff.com10 Sep 2024

Failure in examinations, the inability to get an expected score or admission to an educational institution of one's choice often precipitates distress in students and may increase the risk of suicide, warns Dr Rakesh K Chadda.

PM-led panel seeks wider panel of names for next AIIMS-Delhi chief: Sources

PM-led panel seeks wider panel of names for next AIIMS-Delhi chief: Sources

Rediff.com21 Jun 2022

The tenure of the incumbent AIIMS director, Dr Randeep Guleria, which was set to end on March 24, was extended by three months.

NEET postponed to September 12 from August 1

NEET postponed to September 12 from August 1

Rediff.com12 Jul 2021

'The NEET-UG 2021, will be held on 12th September across the country following COVID-19 protocols. The application process will begin from 5 pm tomorrow through the NTA website,' Pradhan said in a series of tweets.

Govt to screen toys for toxic substances

Govt to screen toys for toxic substances

Rediff.com17 Jun 2010

Under the guidance of the India Council of Medical Research, three organisations -- National Institute of Occupational Health, Ahmedabad, National Institute of Nutrition, Hyderabad and the All India Institute of Medical Sciences -- will detect level of toxicity in toys that can be injurious to health.

'Modi-Shah's goons rampaging through our universities: Priyanka

'Modi-Shah's goons rampaging through our universities: Priyanka

Rediff.com6 Jan 2020

The Congress leader also alleged that a student told her that the police kicked him on the head several times.

India pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar's father passes away

India pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar's father passes away

Rediff.com20 May 2021

Singh was undergoing treatment, including chemotherapy, at the All Institute of Medical Science here after consulting doctors in the UK.

Kejriwal given insulin in Tihar jail, AAP thanks Lord Hanuman

Kejriwal given insulin in Tihar jail, AAP thanks Lord Hanuman

Rediff.com23 Apr 2024

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal was administered a 'low dose' of insulin after his blood sugar level spiked, officials of Tihar jail said on Tuesday, with the Aam Aadmi Party commenting that it was because of the blessings of Lord Hanuman.

Reduce 10% oil intake: Modi's tips for battling obesity

Reduce 10% oil intake: Modi's tips for battling obesity

Rediff.com23 Feb 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his monthly 'Mann Ki Baat' radio broadcast, urged people to reduce their oil intake by 10% as a step towards fighting obesity. He highlighted the rising obesity rates in India and globally, emphasizing the need for healthier lifestyles. Modi also shared messages from Olympic medalist Neeraj Chopra and boxer Nikhat Zareen, who urged people to adopt healthy habits and avoid fried food. Cardiac surgeon Dr. Devi Shetty highlighted the medical seriousness of obesity and linked it to excessive carbohydrate intake and oil consumption. Modi concluded by challenging 10 people to reduce their oil intake and pass the challenge on to 10 others.

More than 10m Indian seniors may have dementia, says AI-powered study

More than 10m Indian seniors may have dementia, says AI-powered study

Rediff.com9 Mar 2023

More than 10 million older adults aged 60 or over in India may have dementia, comparable to the prevalence rates for countries such as the US and the UK, according to a first-of-its-kind study.

Dr Manmohan Singh recovering from dengue at home

Dr Manmohan Singh recovering from dengue at home

Rediff.com1 Nov 2021

A day after former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh was discharged from AIIMS, his wife Gursharan Kaur on Monday said he was recovering from a bout of dengue fever.

Expert Speak: How To Sleep Better

Expert Speak: How To Sleep Better

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

'You should keep your sleep time and wake up time fixed.' 'Avoid caffeine-containing drinks after 5 pm.' 'Avoid a heavy dinner.' 'Avoid alcohol or any stimulants, like nicotine.'

Doctor's murder: Protest enters Day 3, hospital services remain affected

Doctor's murder: Protest enters Day 3, hospital services remain affected

Rediff.com14 Aug 2024

Long queues were seen at outpatient department ticket counters in government hospitals, where senior doctors joined their junior colleagues in the protest.

Truck driver injured as bridge collapses in Karnataka

Truck driver injured as bridge collapses in Karnataka

Rediff.com7 Aug 2024

An old bridge across Kali river in Uttara Kannada district collapsed in the small hours of Wednesday, resulting in heavy traffic along National Highway 66, connecting Goa to Karnataka.

'My father is a ragpicker. I want to be a neurosurgeon'

'My father is a ragpicker. I want to be a neurosurgeon'

Rediff.com23 Jul 2018

Asharam Choudhary, son of a ragpicker battled the odds to study at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Delhi.

AIIMS director Randeep Guleria gets another 3-month extension

AIIMS director Randeep Guleria gets another 3-month extension

Rediff.com23 Jun 2022

Dr Guleria was appointed as the director for a term of five years on March 28, 2017.

Delhi HC restrains AIIMS from action on Venugopal

Delhi HC restrains AIIMS from action on Venugopal

Rediff.com10 Oct 2006

Delhi high court on Tuesday restrained All India Institute of Medical Sciences governing body from taking punitive action against its Director P Venugopal.

Punjab nurse administered second jab to Modi

Punjab nurse administered second jab to Modi

Rediff.com8 Apr 2021

Sister Nisha Sharma, the nurse who administered the second dose of COVID-19 vaccine to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, said it was a memorable moment for her to meet the PM and vaccinate him.

Dr Manmohan Singh's condition stable, improving: AIIMS

Dr Manmohan Singh's condition stable, improving: AIIMS

Rediff.com15 Oct 2021

The Congress also said that Dr Singh is 'better than yesterday' and asserted that any unfounded speculation is unnecessary and in bad taste.

Poll: India's best medical colleges of 2011

Poll: India's best medical colleges of 2011

Rediff.com5 Aug 2011

Browse through the top 10 list of medical colleges of 2011 and register your vote for the best medical college in India.

Kalmadi likely to be admitted to AIIMS

Kalmadi likely to be admitted to AIIMS

Rediff.com1 Aug 2011

Sacked Commonwealth Games Organising Committee chief Suresh Kalmadi, who is currently lodged in Tihar jail, today visited All India Institute of Medical Sciences for a fresh medical check-up.

Bhopal MP Pragya Thakur flown to Mumbai for treatment

Bhopal MP Pragya Thakur flown to Mumbai for treatment

Rediff.com6 Mar 2021

Bhopal MP and BJP leader Pragya Singh Thakur was on Saturday airlifted to Mumbai for treatment after she complained of uneasiness, her aide said.

The 'invisible hand' of the government

The 'invisible hand' of the government

Rediff.com21 Mar 2013

When we have 30,000-plus colleges and scores of research labs, why is it that we do not produce a steady stream of Nobel Prize winners?

AIIMS to implement OBC quota this year

AIIMS to implement OBC quota this year

Rediff.com17 Apr 2008

The 27 per cent quota for the Other Backward Classes will be implemented in Central government-run medical institutes over a period of two years, with 18 per cent seats reserved for students from backward castes, in this academic session. The institutes include the All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, PGI, Chandigarh, JIPMER, Puducherry, Ram Manohar Lohia and Lady Hardinge Medical Colleges in Delhi.

'This Isn't About Rejecting Our Heritage'

'This Isn't About Rejecting Our Heritage'

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

'...but subjecting our heritage to rigorous evidence-based understanding.'

Amit Shah admitted to AIIMS for post-Covid care

Amit Shah admitted to AIIMS for post-Covid care

Rediff.com18 Aug 2020

According to a statement issued by AIIMS, he is comfortable and is continuing his work from hospital.

Did quotas kill democracy?

Did quotas kill democracy?

Rediff.com16 May 2006

Anti-quota protests gain momentum.

Azad meets family of rape victim at AIIMS

Azad meets family of rape victim at AIIMS

Rediff.com20 Apr 2013

Health Minister Ghulam Nabi Azad on Friday met the family of the five-year-old rape victim at All India Institute of Medical Sciences and enquired about her health.

Munde's liver ruptured, cardiac arrest due to shock: Post-mortem report

Munde's liver ruptured, cardiac arrest due to shock: Post-mortem report

Rediff.com3 Jun 2014

Union minister Gopinath Munde's liver was ruptured in the road accident and he suffered a cardiac arrest due to shock, as per preliminary post-mortem report by a team of doctors at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences in New Delhi.

Arjun Singh admitted to AIIMS

Arjun Singh admitted to AIIMS

Rediff.com8 Feb 2006

Human Resource Development Minister Arjun Singh was admitted to All India Institute od Medical Sciences Wednesday evening following complaints of breathlessness.

Ramadoss' attempts to oust AIIMS director thwarted

Ramadoss' attempts to oust AIIMS director thwarted

Rediff.com2 Nov 2007

A fresh attempt by Health Minister Anbumani Ramadoss to ease out All India Institute of Medical Sciences Director P Venugopal from his post failed again on Friday when the Union Cabinet did not take up an ordinance to fix the term of the head of the premier medical institute. Reports said Ramadoss, who is at loggerheads with Venugopal, had planned to get the ordinance cleared by the Cabinet but it was not taken up. An attempt by him before the monsoon session had also failed.

President Kovind to undergo bypass procedure on Tuesday

President Kovind to undergo bypass procedure on Tuesday

Rediff.com27 Mar 2021

The condition of President Ram Nath Kovind is stable and he is being referred to the All India Institute for Medical Studies for further investigation, the Army's Research and Referral hospital said on Saturday.

Bring Soni Sori to AIIMS: SC tells C'garh govt

Bring Soni Sori to AIIMS: SC tells C'garh govt

Rediff.com3 May 2012

A bench of Supreme Court judges, Justices Altamas Kabir and Jasti Chalameshwar, has directed the Chhattisgarh government to produce the Adivasi teacher, Soni Sori, in All India Institute of Medical Sciences in New Delhi within one week.

SC orders medical test after Andhra MP's torture charge

SC orders medical test after Andhra MP's torture charge

Rediff.com17 May 2021

The top court said that the medical examination of Raju be videographed and report be sent in sealed cover to the top court.

India logs 227 new Covid cases, active count rises to 3,424

India logs 227 new Covid cases, active count rises to 3,424

Rediff.com25 Dec 2022

The death toll stands at 5,30,693 with two fatalities with one reconciled by Kerala and one death reported in Maharashtra in the last 24 hours, the data updated at 8 am stated.

PM undergoes eye surgery

PM undergoes eye surgery

Rediff.com25 May 2008

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Sunday underwent an eye surgery for cataract removal at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences in Delhi. Dr Singh, 75, underwent an intra-ocular lens implantation in the right eye after a brief surgical procedure, PM's media advisor Sanjaya Baru said.

IIT Madras director's cow urine remark sparks row; apology demanded

IIT Madras director's cow urine remark sparks row; apology demanded

Rediff.com19 Jan 2025

The director of the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras, V Kamakoti, has sparked controversy after making a remark about the "medicinal value" of cow urine, or "gomutra." Kamakoti, while speaking at an event celebrating Maatu Pongal (a festival dedicated to cows and bulls), cited an anecdote about a sanyasi who was cured of a fever by consuming gomutra. He also claimed that gomutra has "anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, and digestive properties." The remark has been widely condemned by rationalist organizations, political leaders, and medical professionals who have criticized Kamakoti's statements as "pseudoscience" and "regressive." The controversy highlights the ongoing debate in India around traditional beliefs and scientific evidence.