Healthcare

New Delhi, September 15, 2026: Max Healthcare Foundation today announced the launch of the fourth edition of its flagship Max Medical Scholarship Programme, expanding its annual intake to up to 250 new students this year, compared with 100 students in previous years. The expansion will significantly widen the programme’s reach and enable more meritorious students from economically weaker sections to pursue medical education. The scholarship will fully fund the medical education of up to 250 new students this year who have qualified for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET examination) and secured admission to the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) program in government medical colleges across Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Nagpur, Lucknow, Mohali, Dehradun, Bathinda and Bhubaneswar for the

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India What happens when conversations around mental health move beyond formal settings and into spaces where people naturally meet, connect and spend time together? Mpowered Voices, the lived experience platform of Mpower, an initiative of Aditya Birla Education Trust (ABET), is exploring that question through ‘Coffee & Conversations’ at in good co’s flagship café in GK2, Delhi. Bringing together diverse voices for an intimate exchange around emotional wellbeing, mental health and experiences that are often difficult to articulate, they explore how something as everyday can create space for conversations that matter. Built on the belief that lived experiences can change the way we understand mental health, Mpowered Voices brings personal stories into the mainstream, fostering empathy, challenging stigma and making conversations around

Nationwide doctor-led awareness drive on kidney stone prevention recognized for scale and reach, reinforcing the role of preventive healthcare in everyday patient care. National | 17th July 2026: Himalaya Wellness Company’s Cystone Break Free Movement has been recognized by the Asia Book of Records for the “Largest Number of Doctors Raising Awareness about the Prevention of Kidney Stones.” The nationwide initiative brought together 8,248 doctors, predominantly General Physicians and AYUSH practitioners from across India. Kidney stone disease is an increasingly prevalent health concern in India, with a high likelihood of recurrence when preventive measures are not adopted. Recognizing the critical role doctors play in driving awareness, the initiative was designed to encourage doctor-led communication on simple, everyday preventive practices. Each participating

Gurugram, Haryana | 16 July 2026: Reinforcing its commitment to preventive skincare and community wellbeing during UV Safety Month, dermatologist-prescribed skincare brand Fixderma conducted an interactive skincare education programme for children and teenagers at Pehchan NGO, encouraging them to develop healthy sun protection habits from an early age. The initiative focused on introducing young participants to the basics of skin health, helping them understand the impact of everyday sun exposure, the importance of year-round UV protection and the role simple daily skincare habits play in maintaining healthy skin over time. Through interactive discussions and engaging demonstrations, the session encouraged children to view skincare not as a cosmetic practice, but as an essential part of overall health and self-care. To reinforce

From Left to Right: Dr. Rajat Jain, President, Doctors For You, Sharad Goswami, Senior Director, International Policy and Communications, Pfizer India, Dr. Rajini M., Director, Health & Family Welfare Services, Government of Karnataka, Jnanesh Kamat K, Joint Director of Health & Family Welfare Services, Dr. Ravikant Singh, Associate Professor & Officer In-Charge, Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospital & Research Centre, Muzaffarpur, Dr. H.L. Vishwanath, Medical Superintendent, Victoria Hospital, Bengaluru, Sneha Senapathi, Head CSR, Pfizer India Project AASTHA strengthens patient navigation through treatment guidance, counselling and access to government welfare schemes for people living with cancer and rare diseases. In Karnataka, the initiative has supported nearly 60,000 patients, enabling access to treatment and government healthcare funding. Bengaluru, 09 July 2026: Pfizer today

₹3.07 crore investment enhances critical care infrastructure at one of Tamil Nadu’s leading Government hospitals, Chennai 169 advanced medical devices provided, including ventilators, defibrillators and multiparameter monitors Intervention reinforces HMIF’s flagship Sparsh Sanjeevani initiative advancing quality public health care across India. Chennai | July 8, 2026: Demonstrating its commitment to strengthening India’s Public healthcare ecosystem, Hyundai Motor India Foundation (HMIF), the CSR arm of Hyundai Motor India Limited, has upgraded the Intensive Surgical Care Unit at Rajiv Gandhi Government General Hospital (RGGGH), Chennai, through advanced critical care equipment, capacity building and technical support under its flagship health care initiative Sparsh Sanjeevani. The ₹3.07 crore intervention has enabled the installation of 169 advanced medical devices, including ICU beds, ventilators, defibrillators, multiparameter

Bengaluru– Crowdfunding platform Ketto has enabled timely and continued medical care for three-year-old Harsh Sharma, a Bengaluru-based toddler who suffered life-threatening injuries following a fall from the fourth floor of his residence earlier this year. The accident, which occurred on February 1, left Harsh with severe head trauma, multiple injuries across his body and two fractured legs. He was admitted to Manipal HAL Hospital, Bengaluru, where he required immediate intensive care, including neurological intervention, continuous monitoring and long-term rehabilitation involving brain stimulation and physical retraining. As the family focused on his survival, the financial burden escalated rapidly. Within a short period, treatment expenses crossed ₹20 lakh, with doctors estimating an additional ₹30 lakh to support ongoing care and recovery. With

Gurugram | 2nd July 2026: Recognising its continued contribution towards strengthening public healthcare and improving access to quality health services, the Health Department, Gurugram, honoured M3M Foundation with an Appreciation Letter on the occasion of National Doctors’ Day at a special programme organised at the Sub Health Centre, Kadarpur. The recognition was presented during a programme organised by the Health Department in the presence of Shri Tejpal Tanwar, MLA, Gurugram, as the Chief Guest. The event was attended by Shri Lokveer Singh, Chief Medical Officer (CMO), Gurugram, Shri Narayan Bhadana, Councillor, Gurugram, doctors, healthcare professionals, frontline health workers, community members and representatives of M3M Foundation. The Health Department acknowledged the Foundation’s continued support in strengthening public healthcare infrastructure and complementing