India’s Healthcare Burden Drops 39.4%, Govt Investment Reaches 1.84% of GDP

10 Nov 2024

Out-of-pocket expenditure (OOPE) refers to direct payments individuals make for healthcare services, medications, and treatments not covered by insurance or government programs. High OOPE can significantly impact individuals, especially in healthcare, where unexpected costs can be financially burdensome. India's progress in reducing out-of-pocket expenditure India has made strides in reducing...

Can Ayushman Bharat Cover All Seniors 70+? Is the System Ready?

30 Oct 2024

The Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY) has extended its coverage to include all Indian citizens aged 70 and above, regardless of income or socioeconomic status, providing annual health insurance of up to ₹5 lakh per senior. For families already enrolled, an additional ₹5 lakh top-up will...

Centre Approves Health Insurance for Everyone Above 70 Under Ayushman Bharat

11 Sep 2024

In a significant step towards universal healthcare, the Indian government has extended health coverage under the Ayushman Bharat scheme to all citizens aged 70 and above. The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, announced that the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY) will now provide...

India’s Digital Revolution: Battling NCDs with Tech-Driven Healthcare

03 Sep 2024

In a groundbreaking move, India is leveraging its world-leading Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) to combat the rising threat of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs). As NCDs claim 41 million lives annually worldwide, India's innovative approach, exemplified by initiatives like Ayushman Bharat, is reshaping healthcare accessibility and affordability for millions. The Worldwide NCD...

PM Modi to inaugurate Sudarshan Setu Bridge on Feb 25: Harsh Sanghvi

24 Feb 2024

Gujarat's Home Minister, Harsh Sanghvi, has disclosed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is slated to visit Dwarka on February 25 to inaugurate the Sudarshan Setu bridge. Sanghvi stated, "PM Modi will inaugurate the Sudarshan Setu bridge in Dwarka on February 25. This bridge in itself is a good model and...

“Area of Lakshadweep may be small, but its heart is huge” says PM Modi at Kavaratti

03 Jan 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated projects worth Rs 1,156 crores in Kavaratti, Lakshadweep, emphasizing the government's commitment to the region's sustainable development. During the inauguration, PM Modi announced the completion of the Kochi-Lakshadweep Submarine Optical Fiber Project, significantly boosting internet speed in the archipelago. Reflecting on past neglect, PM Modi...

Mansukh Mandaviya : WB govt should implement Ayushman Bharat at ground level for benefit of people

25 Aug 2023

Mansukh Mandaviya, the Union Health Minister, suggested on Friday that the West Bengal government implement the AB-PMJAY national health insurance program at the local level for the state's residents. "We are dedicated to offering top-notch healthcare services to all West Bengal residents. Under the direction of Prime Minister Narendra Modi,...

Ayushman Bharat hospitals may soon begin treating CGHS recipients

10 Sep 2022

According to people familiar with the matter, the government is considering allowing Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) beneficiaries to seek treatment at hospitals affiliated with the flagship Ayushman Bharat-Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojna (AB-PMJAY). It is being planned that the beneficiaries of the CGHS scheme can also seek treatment at...