January 28, 2026

Health Minister Ma. Subramanian Inaugurates ₹4.07 Crore Healthcare Facilities in Villupuram

Health Minister Ma. Subramanian opened new healthcare facilities costing ₹4.07 crore at Villupuram district, including a pay ward and emergency centre. Ongoing projects include a 100-bed critical care unit and district hospital upgrades.

January 28, 2026

Texas Freezes New H-1B Visas in Public Sector Till 2027, Indians Mostly Safe in IT

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has paused new H-1B visa applications in state agencies and universities until 2027. Indian IT workers remain unaffected, but healthcare and university staffing face shortages. Advocates call for transparency, while experts warn of a growing crisis in Texas healthcare and education.

January 28, 2026

Maddur Taluk Registers 84 COTPA Cases, Imposes ₹16,650 Fines in Tobacco Enforcement Drive

A special drive in Maddur taluk caught 84 violators of tobacco laws on January 27. Authorities fined offenders ₹16,650 and warned shop owners to follow rules strictly.

January 28, 2026

Health Ministry Rings in NDCT Rule Changes to Speed Up Drug Development and Clinical Trials

India's Health Ministry has amended the NDCT Rules, 2019, cutting the need for test licences for many drugs and speeding up clinical trials. New online systems will smooth the process, reducing delays by up to 90 days and boosting pharmaceutical research.

January 28, 2026

MP High Court Orders Probe into Water Contamination Deaths in Indore’s Bhagirathpura

Madhya Pradesh High Court has appointed a former judge to lead an independent inquiry into water contamination in Indore’s Bhagirathpura area. The issue led to at least 16 deaths and many illnesses. The probe panel must submit an interim report within four weeks, ensuring urgent action on this severe public health crisis.