News for 'All-India Institute of Medical Sciences'

Want an MS in Ayurveda?

Want an MS in Ayurveda?

Rediff.com19 Feb 2007

Institute of Medical Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, announces admissions to MD and MS courses in Ayurveda for 2007.

SC nod to terminate 24-week foetus, expands MTP Act to include single women

SC nod to terminate 24-week foetus, expands MTP Act to include single women

Rediff.com21 Jul 2022

It asked the board to determine whether the pregnancy if terminated could risk the life of the woman or not.

6 year-old's kidneys 'missing' after operation at AIIMS, says father

6 year-old's kidneys 'missing' after operation at AIIMS, says father

Rediff.com26 May 2015

The father of a six-year-old girl has alleged that a doctor at Delhi's All India Institute of Medical Sciences hospital removed both her kidneys during surgery.

Covid vaccines for children likely by Sept: AIIMS chief

Covid vaccines for children likely by Sept: AIIMS chief

Rediff.com24 Jul 2021

The trial is being conducted in three phases by segregating children into categories according to their age. The first trial was started in the age group of 12 to 18 years followed by the age group of 6 to 12. Trials for children between the ages of and 2-6 years are currently undergoing trials.

Swaraj out of ICU, recovering well: AIIMS

Swaraj out of ICU, recovering well: AIIMS

Rediff.com13 Dec 2016

Swaraj had undergone a kidney transplant on Saturday with the organ being harvested from a living unrelated donor.

AIIMS doctors to perform second autopsy on Ilavarasan's body in Dharmapuri

AIIMS doctors to perform second autopsy on Ilavarasan's body in Dharmapuri

Rediff.com13 Jul 2013

The Madras high court on Friday ordered a second autopsy on the body of Dalit youth E Ilavarasan, by doctors from All India Institute of Medical Sciences.

India's first Covid vaccine trial begins, 30-yr-old given 1st dose

India's first Covid vaccine trial begins, 30-yr-old given 1st dose

Rediff.com24 Jul 2020

In phase I, the vaccine would be tested on 375 volunteers and the maximum of 100 of them would be from AIIMS.

Piyush Goyal's agenda in US

Piyush Goyal's agenda in US

Rediff.com14 Nov 2019

Among the major ones are fewer restrictions on market access for US medical device manufacturers, as well as access for other key products.

Swine flu: Death toll rises to 663, over 10,000 test positive

Swine flu: Death toll rises to 663, over 10,000 test positive

Rediff.com18 Feb 2015

Rajasthan, Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh are the worst-hit states.

BSF jawan succumbs to COVID-19; 14th death in CAPFs

BSF jawan succumbs to COVID-19; 14th death in CAPFs

Rediff.com10 Jun 2020

The officials said the jawan was the youngest to die among the CAPFs. All other fatalities were over 45 years, they said.

India more secure, free of corruption after 2014: Modi

India more secure, free of corruption after 2014: Modi

Rediff.com31 May 2022

At the rally in Shimla's Ridge Maidan to mark the eighth anniversary of becoming prime minister, Modi said, "Now our borders are more secure than they were before 2014."

Farmer leaders say they won't take Covid vaccine

Farmer leaders say they won't take Covid vaccine

Rediff.com1 Mar 2021

Protesting farmer leaders in the vulnerable age group Monday said they are not afraid of coronavirus and won't take vaccine jabs, even as the second phase of vaccination drive got underway to inoculate senior citizens and those above 45 with underlying medical conditions.

COVID-19: Are vegetarians more immune? Find out

COVID-19: Are vegetarians more immune? Find out

Rediff.com13 May 2020

There is no proof at the moment. Even vegetarians have been affected because this is a virus which travels through droplet infection and enters the body, say experts. However, people who are taking a lot of fruits and vegetables as part of their natural diet have better innate immunity.

Hydroxychloroquine can be fatal: Experts

Hydroxychloroquine can be fatal: Experts

Rediff.com6 May 2020

As the pandemic spreads and the urgency for effective treatment of COVID-19 mounts, several countries, including the US, have started relying heavily on HCQ, majorly used in the treatment of malaria and rheumatoid-arthritis.

Sunanda case: AIIMS forensic chief alleges pressure on autopsy

Sunanda case: AIIMS forensic chief alleges pressure on autopsy

Rediff.com2 Jun 2015

Dr Sudhir Gupta has alleged a "tacit understanding" between the institute's director and Congress leader Shashi Tharoor for making a "tailor made" post-mortem report on Sunanda Pushkar's death.

Vajpayee's condition stable, he is responding to treatment: AIIMS

Vajpayee's condition stable, he is responding to treatment: AIIMS

Rediff.com12 Jun 2018

However, he will continue to be in hospital till infection is controlled.

Test for TB if cough persists: Govt's revised Covid guidelines

Test for TB if cough persists: Govt's revised Covid guidelines

Rediff.com18 Jan 2022

Anti-inflammatory or immunomodulatory therapy, such as steroids, can have the risk of secondary infection like invasive mucormycosis, when used too early, at higher dose or for longer than required, they highlighted.

Jaitley shifted out of ICU, recovering after kidney transplant

Jaitley shifted out of ICU, recovering after kidney transplant

Rediff.com25 May 2018

His post-operative recovery was being closely monitored by a team of transplant surgeons, endocrinologist, nephrologist, cardiologist, pulmonologist and critical care experts among others.

Swaraj file nomination from Vidisha; hopes for a big win

Swaraj file nomination from Vidisha; hopes for a big win

Rediff.com4 Apr 2014

Sitting Bharatiya Janata Party Member of Parliament Sushma Swaraj on Friday filed her nomination papers from Vidisha and expressed confidence about increasing her victory margin.

Parrikar stable, 'internal bleeding has stopped': Goa speaker

Parrikar stable, 'internal bleeding has stopped': Goa speaker

Rediff.com25 Feb 2019

Parrikar has been suffering from a pancreatic ailment for the last one year and has undergone treatment in the United States as well as at AIIMS Delhi and a private hospital in Mumbai.

AIIMS chief warns against going for CT scan in mild COVID cases

AIIMS chief warns against going for CT scan in mild COVID cases

Rediff.com3 May 2021

"One CT scan is equivalent to 300 to 400 chest x-rays. According to data, repeated CT scans in younger age groups increase the risk of cancer in later life. Exposing yourself to radiation again and again may cause damage. So, there is no point in doing CT scan in mild COVID-19 if the oxygen saturation is normal," Guleria said.

Mehbooba 'horrified' after meeting 14-yr-old blinded by pellets

Mehbooba 'horrified' after meeting 14-yr-old blinded by pellets

Rediff.com28 Aug 2016

Mehbooba assured Insha's parents that the state government would ensure best possible treatment, within or even outside the country, for their daughter.

BOO BJP minister for 'Forget journalist who died' remark

BOO BJP minister for 'Forget journalist who died' remark

Rediff.com6 Jul 2015

Madhya Pradesh Cabinet minister Kailash Vijayvargiya left no stone unturned to rub on their wounds.

Foreign powers want to 'defame' Indian tea, Modi says in Assam

Foreign powers want to 'defame' Indian tea, Modi says in Assam

Rediff.com7 Feb 2021

The prime minister was apparently referring to Swedish environmentalist Greta Thunberg's controversial 'toolkit', which she tweeted and then deleted, outlining ways in which people can participate in the farmers protest.

Risk of Covid spread from dead bodies unlikely: AIIMS doc

Risk of Covid spread from dead bodies unlikely: AIIMS doc

Rediff.com25 May 2021

Coronavirus doesn't remain active in nasal and oral cavities 12 to 24 hours after the death of an infected person as a result of which the risk of transmission from the deceased is highly unlikely, All India Institute of Medical Sciences Forensic Chief Dr Sudhir Gupta said.

GST, fishermen on Jaya's 29-page memorandum to Modi

GST, fishermen on Jaya's 29-page memorandum to Modi

Rediff.com14 Jun 2016

Interlinking of rivers, retrieval of Katchatheevu island and inclusion of fishermen in the Scheduled Tribes list are also listed in the memorandum.

Sonia Gandhi admitted to AIIMS

Sonia Gandhi admitted to AIIMS

Rediff.com27 Aug 2013

Congress President Sonia Gandhi, who has been spearheading the UPA's ambitious Food Security Bill, left the Lok Sabha while the voting was underway on Monday night on various amendments moved by the Opposition.

How To Protect Yourself From Poor AQI

How To Protect Yourself From Poor AQI

Rediff.com26 Dec 2022

Breathing polluted air for long periods of time can cause more serious problems. Avoid exercising outdoors on bad air days, suggests Dr Varun Gupta.

1984 riots: SC refuses interim bail to Sajjan Kumar

1984 riots: SC refuses interim bail to Sajjan Kumar

Rediff.com3 Sep 2021

The apex court, which dealt with the submission advanced by Kumar's counsel that the former MP be allowed to undergo treatment at a private hospital at his own cost, observed that he cannot be treated as a 'super VIP patient'.

AIIMS doctors perform second autopsy on Ilavarasan's body

AIIMS doctors perform second autopsy on Ilavarasan's body

Rediff.com13 Jul 2013

A three-member team of doctors from All India Institute of Medical Sciences on Saturday performed the second autopsy on the body of Dalit youth E Ilavarasan, whose death is shrouded in mystery.

Govt to reverse brain drain, bring back NRI scientists

Govt to reverse brain drain, bring back NRI scientists

Rediff.com3 Sep 2014

The Ministry of Science and Technology has approached about a dozen well-known scientists from across the world in an effort to bring them back to various departments under the ministry, said Jitendra Singh, minister of state (independent charge) for science and technology.

Unnao rape victim records statement on stretcher at AIIMS

Unnao rape victim records statement on stretcher at AIIMS

Rediff.com12 Sep 2019

The woman deposed before District Judge Dharmesh Sharma during 'in-camera' proceedings held at the seminar hall of the the Jai Prakash Narayan Apex Trauma Centre, her lawyer said.

36 people treated at AIIMS after JNU violence; all discharged

36 people treated at AIIMS after JNU violence; all discharged

Rediff.com6 Jan 2020

4 out of the 36 people, which included faculty and students, had minor head injuries. Others had suffered soft tissue injuries, abrasions, fracture and lacerations among others. Two more victims reported at 12 noon with soft tissue injuries, while 3 victims of the violence were also learnt to have gone to Safdarjung Hospital on Sunday night.

Seers seek apology from Niranjani Akhada for announcing 'end' of Kumbh

Seers seek apology from Niranjani Akhada for announcing 'end' of Kumbh

Rediff.com16 Apr 2021

Nirvani Ani Akhada president Mahant Dharmdas said that only the mela officer or the chief minister has the right to announce the "end of the Kumbh Mela".

Yechury meets Tarigami again before returning to Delhi

Yechury meets Tarigami again before returning to Delhi

Rediff.com30 Aug 2019

He had a breakfast meeting with Tarigami at his government accommodation located at the secured Gupkar road in the civil lines area of Srinagar city where he has been under detention since August 5 after the special status of Jammu and Kashmir was withdrawn.

Centre approves Rs 23,123 cr package to fight Covid

Centre approves Rs 23,123 cr package to fight Covid

Rediff.com8 Jul 2021

Mandaviya said this is the second phase of the Emergency Response and Health System Preparedness Package as the Central government had given Rs 15,000 crore earlier for setting up Covid-dedicated hospitals and health centres across the country.

Minor's assault: Delhi CM announces Rs 10 lakh aid

Minor's assault: Delhi CM announces Rs 10 lakh aid

Rediff.com6 Aug 2020

Kejriwal said the girl has suffered serious internal injuries.

Jaitley may return on Jan 25, Budget on schedule

Jaitley may return on Jan 25, Budget on schedule

Rediff.com17 Jan 2019

The 66-year-old finance minister underwent a successful kidney transplant surgery in mid-May and was on leave since April due to kidney-related problems and chest infection.

Why All India Radio couldn't announce Indira Gandhi's death till 6pm

Why All India Radio couldn't announce Indira Gandhi's death till 6pm

Rediff.com31 Oct 2016

I Ramamohan Rao, former principal information officer of the Government of India, reminisces the day Prime Minister Indira Gandhi was shot dead by her bodyguards.

O P Chautala's place is in prison, not in hospital: SC

O P Chautala's place is in prison, not in hospital: SC

Rediff.com11 Sep 2013

Convicted former Haryana Chief Minister Om Prakash Chautala's place is in jail and he cannot enjoy hospitality of the hospital, the Supreme Court on Wednesday said, rejecting his plea for extension of interim bail granted on medical grounds in the teachers' recruitment scam.