Update on Pradhan Mantri National Dialysis Program
Pradhan Mantri National Dialysis Program (PMNDP) is implemented in all the 36 States/UTs in 751 districts in the country. There is a total of 1,704 centres operational as on 30th June 2025. Government of India has recommended setting up of Haemodialysis centres in all the district hospitals initially and on saturation scale down till the […]
Update on Ayushman Arogya Mandir
As reported by States/UTs on AAM portal, a total of 1,78,154 Ayushman Arogya Mandirs (AAMs) [erstwhile Ayushman Bharat Health and Wellness Centres (AB-HWCs)] have been operationalized in India, till 15.07.2025. Through Ayushman Arogya Mandir, comprehensive primary healthcare is provided by strengthening Sub Health Centres (SHCs) and Primary Health Centres (PHCs). These AAMs provide preventive, promotive, […]
Update on Vaccination Campaign for Children
11 vaccines are administered free of cost to children under the vaccination campaign in the country. The name of these vaccines is as under: Routine immunization sessions are organized on a weekly basis in rural and urban areas of the district to vaccinate children and pregnant women. Before each session, the ASHA worker of the […]
Adequate Availability of Fertilizers Maintained During Kharif 2025 Season
The availability of fertilizers viz. Urea, DAP, MoP and NPKS has remained adequate in the country during the ongoing Kharif 2025 season. Following steps are taken by the Government every season for ensuring timely and adequate availability of fertilizers in the country: Moreover, Fertilizer is declared as an essential commodity and is notified under Fertilizer […]
Steps taken to Improve Mental Healthcare
The Government is implementing the National Mental Health Programme (NMHP) in the country. The District Mental Health Programme (DMHP) component of the NMHP has been sanctioned for implementation in 767 districts for which support is provided to States/UTs through the National Health Mission. Facilities made available under DMHP at the Community Health Centre (CHC) and […]
PMBJAKs at Railway Stations
Under the Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana scheme, a total of 106 Jan Aushadhi Kendras (JAKs) have been opened at railway stations across the country till 30.6.2025 to ensure availability of quality, affordable medicines to public, including passengers, at railway stations. A total of 16,912 JAKs have been opened till 30.6.2025 across the country, of […]
DPIIT signs MoU with HDFC Capital Advisors Limited to boost innovation in affordable housing and PropTech sectors
The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with HDFC Capital Advisors Limited to foster innovation and support startups in the affordable housing and PropTech sectors. This strategic collaboration reinforces DPIIT’s commitment to building an inclusive, innovation-driven startup ecosystem aligned with the […]
DPIIT and Roche India sign MoU to catalyze innovation and entrepreneurship in healthcare sector
The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Roche Products (India) Pvt. Ltd. to bolster DPIIT-recognized startups working in critical therapeutic areas such as oncology, neurology, ophthalmology, haematology, and rare diseases. Under the MoU, Roche India will provide mentorship from global […]
Patent Office (CGPDTM) releases Revised Guidelines for Examination of Computer Related Inventions (CRIs), 2025
The Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs & Trade Marks (CGPDTM) has released the Revised Guidelines for Examination of Computer Related Inventions (CRIs), 2025. The new guidelines aim to enhance clarity, consistency, and predictability in the examination of CRIs, while aligning India's patenting practices with global standards. This has been done in response […]
Steps taken to strengthen district level health system
Under the National Health Mission, Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare provides technical and financial support to the States/UTs including strengthening of health care system based on the proposals received in the form of Programme Implementation Plans (PIPs) under National Health Mission. Government of India provides approval for the proposal in the form of […]
