December 13, 2025

Australia’s Social Media Ban Excludes Gaming Platforms Amid Addiction Concerns

Australia banned accounts for under-16s on top social media platforms but left out gaming sites. Experts and doctors warn gaming can be just as addictive and risky. The country’s only gaming disorder clinic says the decision misses key dangers to children.

December 13, 2025

Ipseity Diagnostics and Vignan Foundation Partner to Boost Molecular Research in Andhra Pradesh

Ipseity Diagnostics from the US has partnered with Vignan’s Foundation to bring advanced molecular diagnostics like PCR and NGS to Andhra Pradesh. This move aims to develop affordable healthcare tech and improve patient diagnosis for infections and critical illnesses.

December 12, 2025

Karnataka Sets Rules for Medical Graduates on Temporary Registration and Certificates

Karnataka Health Department issues clear norms for medical graduates on temporary registration, provisional degrees, and compulsory service. Permanent registration only after mandatory service or exemption.

December 12, 2025

Supreme Court Rules PMGKY Insurance Covers Doctors Who Died Serving COVID-19 Patients

The Supreme Court ruled that the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Yojna insurance covers public and private doctors who died during COVID-19 duties. It stressed the nation's debt to these heroes and said claims will be decided case-by-case with proof.

December 12, 2025

Supreme Court Seeks Centre's Reply on Cancer as Nationwide Notifiable Disease

The Supreme Court has asked the Centre to respond on a plea to declare cancer a notifiable disease across India. Currently, 90% of the population lacks proper cancer data coverage, says a retired AIIMS oncologist. The petition highlights dangers of under-reporting and urges unified action for better cancer control.