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How Max Hospital Performed North India's First Four-Way Paired Kidney Transplant

How Max Hospital Performed North India's First Four-Way Paired Kidney Transplant

Rediff.com18 Aug 2026

Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, successfully performed North India's first four-way paired kidney transplant, involving four patients and four donors from different states. This complex procedure addressed blood-group and immunological incompatibilities, offering a new avenue for patients needing transplants.

Reckless Truck Driver Apprehended After Fatal Dwarka Accident

Reckless Truck Driver Apprehended After Fatal Dwarka Accident

Rediff.com6 days ago

A man died and three others were injured in a truck-motorcycle collision in Dwarka, southwest Delhi, on Saturday. The truck driver has been apprehended, and police are investigating the incident.

Delhi woman stalked, harassed by 2 bike-borne men, pushed off scooty

Delhi woman stalked, harassed by 2 bike-borne men, pushed off scooty

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

A 21-year-old woman in South Delhi was allegedly stalked and harassed by two men on a motorcycle, who then rammed their bike into her scooty, causing serious injuries. Police have registered an FIR and are investigating the incident, which occurred near Panchsheel Park metro station.

Max Hospital's doctor, nurse test positive for COVID-19

Max Hospital's doctor, nurse test positive for COVID-19

Rediff.com14 Apr 2020

In a statement, Max Hospital at Saket in south Delhi claimed that there is "no chance" that these people have contracted the disease from the hospital.

Twin baby death case: Max hospital's licence cancelled

Twin baby death case: Max hospital's licence cancelled

Rediff.com8 Dec 2017

The move came after a three-member inquiry panel of the government submitted its final report to Health Minister Satyendar Jain, who described the incident as 'not acceptable'.

Bayern Munich boss Vincent Kompany hospitalised after collapsing at training session

Bayern Munich boss Vincent Kompany hospitalised after collapsing at training session

Rediff.com11 hours ago

Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany was rushed to hospital after collapsing during reserve-team training, with the club prioritising his health as he undergoes thorough medical examinations.

33 staffers at Max hospital test positive for COVID-19

33 staffers at Max hospital test positive for COVID-19

Rediff.com28 Apr 2020

All the affected people have been shifted to a quarantine facility in East Block of Max Hospital, Saket in south Delhi, sources said.

Max Hospital's licence cancellation leaves patients in disarray

Max Hospital's licence cancellation leaves patients in disarray

Rediff.com10 Dec 2017

While few of the relatives of the patients claimed the hospital had always given them the best treatment for free, others were concerned about the consequences of shutting the hospital would lead to.

Baby wrongly declared dead by Max Hospital passes away

Baby wrongly declared dead by Max Hospital passes away

Rediff.com6 Dec 2017

A panel formed by the Delhi government to look into the case on Tuesday found Max Hospital guilty of not following prescribed medical norms in dealing with newborn infants.

Delhi Hospital Performs India's First Robot-Assisted Splenorenal Bypass

Delhi Hospital Performs India's First Robot-Assisted Splenorenal Bypass

Rediff.com27 May 2026

A Delhi hospital has successfully performed a robot-assisted splenorenal bypass surgery on a 67-year-old woman with a single functioning kidney, marking a first for India.

Delhi Hospital Performs India's First Robot-Assisted Splenorenal Bypass

Delhi Hospital Performs India's First Robot-Assisted Splenorenal Bypass

Rediff.com27 May 2026

A Delhi hospital has successfully performed a robot-assisted splenorenal bypass surgery on a 67-year-old woman with a single functioning kidney, marking a first for India.

Deadly fire puts Delhi's patient hotel hub under lens

Deadly fire puts Delhi's patient hotel hub under lens

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

A devastating fire at a bed and breakfast hotel in Malviya Nagar, South Delhi, has claimed 21 lives, including foreign nationals. The incident has brought intense scrutiny to the densely packed area, a popular hub for patients seeking affordable accommodation near Max Hospital, raising serious concerns about fire safety compliance and building norms in such establishments.

The Deadly Hotel Fire: The Day After

The Deadly Hotel Fire: The Day After

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Glimpses from the aftermath of the deadly hotel fire in New Delhi.

Supreme Court asks Centre: Why not cap margins on all medicines?

Supreme Court asks Centre: Why not cap margins on all medicines?

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

The Supreme Court has questioned the Centre's decision to cap trade margins on anti-cancer drugs at 30 per cent, asking why similar restrictions could not be extended to other medicines and medical consumables, citing glaring disparities between procurement costs and maximum retail prices (MRPs).

Agrawal Family Cremated After Tragic Malviya Nagar Fire

Agrawal Family Cremated After Tragic Malviya Nagar Fire

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Five members of the Agrawal family, including a chartered accountant, his wife, their two daughters, and his mother, were cremated in Gurugram after perishing in a devastating fire at a Malviya Nagar B&B. The family was in Delhi for the father's medical treatment, and the tragedy also claimed the lives of other relatives, leaving the community in profound grief.

Delhi hotel fire wipes out 8 of family, kin recall last call

Delhi hotel fire wipes out 8 of family, kin recall last call

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

A devastating fire in Delhi's Hauz Rani area claimed 21 lives, including eight members of the Agrawal family. Relatives recounted the harrowing last moments and raised serious concerns about the lack of fire safety infrastructure at the bed and breakfast where the tragedy occurred, highlighting the profound grief and challenges in identifying victims.

Indian IT stocks record best week in 18 years amid global AI sell-off

Indian IT stocks record best week in 18 years amid global AI sell-off

Rediff.com6 days ago

Indian IT stocks have experienced their most significant weekly surge in 18 years, with the Nifty IT index climbing 11.72 per cent, as a global sell-off in AI-linked equities redirected investor attention towards India's IT services sector. This shift aligns with a JP Morgan report identifying India as a 'natural AI hedge' due to its large, liquid market and strong domestic institutional investor base.

Covid positive Sisodia diagnosed with dengue, shifted to Max Hospital

Covid positive Sisodia diagnosed with dengue, shifted to Max Hospital

Rediff.com25 Sep 2020

Sisodia was moved to the private Max Hospital in Saket from the Delhi government-run LNJP Hospital in the evening, considering his 'falling' blood platelet count and low oxygen level, they said.

Delhi's Max hospital which declared newborn dead fires 2 doctors

Delhi's Max hospital which declared newborn dead fires 2 doctors

Rediff.com4 Dec 2017

The decision was taken after a meeting of the Max Healtcare authorities in connection with the incident.

How Robotic Surgery And Ceramic Implants Are Changing Knee Replacements

How Robotic Surgery And Ceramic Implants Are Changing Knee Replacements

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

Doctors in Delhi have pioneered a new knee replacement surgery combining an active robotic system with a non-metallic, ceramic implant. This world-first procedure, performed at Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, aims to enhance precision and improve outcomes compared to conventional metal implants, potentially revolutionising future joint replacement surgeries.

FDA Cracks Down On Hospital Pharmacies

FDA Cracks Down On Hospital Pharmacies

Rediff.com15 Jun 2026

'Hospitals sometimes compel patients to purchase medicines only from pharmacies owned by or attached to the hospital, refuse to provide prescriptions, withhold prescriptions, or send prescriptions directly to the hospital pharmacy without patient consent.'

Nepal floods: 61 Mansarovar pilgrims from Mumbai untraceable

Nepal floods: 61 Mansarovar pilgrims from Mumbai untraceable

Rediff.com29 Aug 2026

Anxiety grips Mumbai families as a 61-member Kailash Mansarovar pilgrimage group, including prominent doctor-mountaineer Milind Chitley, remains untraceable following devastating flash floods along the Nepal-Tibet border.

Why hospital stocks are thriving despite broader market dips

Why hospital stocks are thriving despite broader market dips

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Hospital stocks have emerged as a strong theme in 2026, outperforming benchmark indices due to robust earnings growth, improved occupancy, higher average revenue per occupied bed, and aggressive expansion plans by major chains.

How Much Should YOU Save For Retirement?

How Much Should YOU Save For Retirement?

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

'Your retirement corpus isn't just a big pile of cash for 'one day' -- it is the salary you pay yourself when you no longer want to go to work.'

Delhi hotel fire: Families struggle to identify severely burnt victims

Delhi hotel fire: Families struggle to identify severely burnt victims

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

Relatives and friends gathered at Max Hospital in Saket, New Delhi, searching for loved ones after a devastating hotel fire in Malviya Nagar killed at least 21 people. Many victims were severely burnt, making identification difficult, while an investigation into the cause of the blaze is ongoing.

Veteran journalist Mark Tully passes away in Delhi at 90

Veteran journalist Mark Tully passes away in Delhi at 90

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

Born in Calcutta (now Kolkata) on October 24, 1935, Tully was the chief of bureau for the BBC, New Delhi, for 22 years.

Hero Indian pilot on Flydubai prevents crash, saves 174 passengers

Hero Indian pilot on Flydubai prevents crash, saves 174 passengers

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

An Indian captain and Israeli passengers on a Flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv heroically fought off a co-pilot who allegedly attempted to crash the aircraft, forcing an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia.

Delhi fire: Trip to see ailing relative turns fatal for 3

Delhi fire: Trip to see ailing relative turns fatal for 3

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

A routine visit to Delhi turned into a devastating tragedy for a Rajasthan family, losing three members along with five Gurugram relatives in the Malviya Nagar guest house fire. The incident, which claimed 21 lives, highlights severe safety lapses at the five-floor building.

Panel on baby being wrongly declared dead finds Max Hospital guilty

Panel on baby being wrongly declared dead finds Max Hospital guilty

Rediff.com5 Dec 2017

The three-member panel in its report said that no ECG tracings were done to check if the child was alive. The body was handed over without written instructions.

21, mostly foreigners, killed in massive fire at Delhi hotel

21, mostly foreigners, killed in massive fire at Delhi hotel

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

The building suffered extensive damage in the fire, with debris, shattered glass and burnt materials strewn in the vicinity. A large crowd gathered near the site as authorities cordoned off the spot and diverted traffic to facilitate rescue operations.

Elderly man whose family perished in Delhi blaze dies

Elderly man whose family perished in Delhi blaze dies

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

His entire family, including his wife, their chartered accountant son Vivek Aggarwal, daughter-in-law and two grandchildren, was killed on June 3 in the Hauz Rani fire in Delhi.

H1N1, Flu Cases: 'No Need To Panic'

H1N1, Flu Cases: 'No Need To Panic'

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

Several Indian cities report a surge in influenza cases, prompting state governments to issue advisories asking people to mask up in public spaces and follow basic respiratory hygiene.

Hospital Stocks Poised for Strong Growth Despite West Asia War Worries

Hospital Stocks Poised for Strong Growth Despite West Asia War Worries

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

Despite initial pressure from the West Asia conflict, analysts are optimistic about the Indian hospital sector's outlook, citing strong demand drivers and ongoing expansion plans that are expected to fuel significant revenue growth over the next few years.

Formula One: Max Verstappen asks journalist to get out of media briefing

Formula One: Max Verstappen asks journalist to get out of media briefing

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Max Verstappen asked a journalist to leave his Thursday media briefing at the Japanese Grand Prix, with the Dutchman still upset over a question asked by the same reporter in December about an incident that potentially cost him a fifth straight drivers' title.

IPL 2026: Ngidi's first message after nasty head injury

IPL 2026: Ngidi's first message after nasty head injury

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Lungi Ngidi says "all good" after head injury scare during Delhi Capitals vs Punjab Kings IPL 2026 clash; pacer discharged from hospital.

Delhi fire: Police hunt for hotel manager after owner blames him

Delhi fire: Police hunt for hotel manager after owner blames him

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Delhi Police are searching for hotel manager Jai Mishra following a devastating fire that killed 21 people in Malviya Nagar. Hotel owner Lavkesh Bajaj has been arrested and claims Mishra managed the hotel and held the licenses. Investigators are probing potential licensing violations, as the hotel allegedly operated 25 rooms with permission for only six.

Unsafe guest houses under lens after Malviya Nagar hotel fire claims 21 lives

Unsafe guest houses under lens after Malviya Nagar hotel fire claims 21 lives

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

A fatal fire at a bed-and-breakfast in Malviya Nagar, Delhi, has revealed widespread allegations of safety and building norm violations in numerous local establishments. Locals and guests claim many guest houses operate illegally, exceeding licensed capacities and using unsafe basement accommodations, prompting calls for comprehensive safety audits and stricter enforcement.

Pellet injuries can cause irreversible damage, permanent disability: Experts

Pellet injuries can cause irreversible damage, permanent disability: Experts

Rediff.com30 Jul 2026

As the debate in Parliament over the use of excessive force and pellet guns against student protesters continues, experts have warned that injuries caused by pellet guns can result in irreversible damage, particularly when there is substantial soft-tissue loss, bone defects, or disruption of the continuity of nerves and blood vessels.

Delhi hotel fire: Initial probe reveals major safety lapses

Delhi hotel fire: Initial probe reveals major safety lapses

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

The establishment had permission for only six rooms under the Delhi government's bed-and-breakfast policy but was allegedly operating around 25 rooms, including some in the basement, police sources said.

Max Healthcare builds growth runway with brownfield expansion push

Max Healthcare builds growth runway with brownfield expansion push

Rediff.com29 Nov 2025

Healthcare major Max Healthcare Institute delivered a healthy performance in the second quarter (July-September) of 2025-26 (Q2FY26). Strong patient volumes and average revenues not only boosted the top line but also aided the operating performance.