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Union Health Secretary reviews situation of COVID-19 across states
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
It is observed that most of these cases are mild and under home care. However, the Union Health Ministry remains vigilant and, through its multiple agencies, is proactively monitoring the situation closely.
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India reaffirms global health commitment at 78th World Health Assembly
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
India addressed the plenary session of the 78th World Health Assembly today, reaffirming its commitment to global health equity under the theme "One World for Health."
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Former Defence Secretary Ajay Kumar appointed as UPSC chairperson
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
Kumar, a 1985-batch retired Indian Administrative Service (IAS) succeeded Preeti Sudan, a former Union Health Secretary and 1983 batch IAS officer, whose tenure as the UPSC chairperson ended on April 29 this year. She was appointed in August 1, 2025.
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Union Health Secy Punya Srivastava underscores India's commitment to Unive
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
Punya Salila Srivastava, the Union Health Secretary of India, attended the 8th SCO Health Ministerial Meeting held in Xian province, China. Srivastava, during her address, underscored India's commitment to Universal Health Coverage
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Tripura: Over 3,000 surgeries completed in 100 days at GB Pant Hospital
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
Speaking to the media, Kiran Gitte, Health Secretary, Govt of Tripura, said, "The state government has provided super-speciality doctors at the Govind Ballabh Pant Hospital. Over the past 100 days, surgeries have been performed regularly, and many more are scheduled for the coming days".<
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Chardham Yatra 2025: Uttarakhand Health Secretary reviews preparations in
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
Uttarakhand Medical Health and Irrigation Secretary R Rajesh Kumar on Saturday conducted a comprehensive field inspection with the concerned officials regarding the preparations for the Chardham Yatra 2025 in Haridwar.
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"NHIDCL, BRO instructed to complete road work before April 25": Uttarakhan
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
After the field inspection of Char Dham Yatra arrangements, R Rajesh Kumar, Health Secretary and Nodal Officer for Char Dham Yatra on Saturday said that National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited and Border Roads Organisation have been instructed to complete the wor
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Over 100 people fall sick after consuming adulterated buckwheat flour in D
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
After 100 people were affected by food poisoning after consuming adulterated buckwheat flour, R Rajesh Kumar, Health Secretary on Monday said that the condition of all the patients is stable and most of the patients will be discharged from the hospital in the next 24 hours.
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Uttarakhand's government commits to provide better health care services to
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
Health Secretary Dr. R. Rajesh Kumar said that under the guidance of Chief Minister Dhami and Health Minister Dhan Singh Rawat, the department has taken several important steps to make the journey smooth, safe and strong from the health point of view, as per a release.
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Pak: Sindh Ex CM's son declared dead despite being alive
Updated : 1 year, 4 months ago IST
As per ARY News report on Saturday, Health Department officials, including the Secretary Health, DG Health, and Additional Health Secretary, submitted a false report to the court, claiming Liaquat Ali Shah's demise. A death certificate was also provided to mislead the court.
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Former Health Secretary Apurva Chandra, BJP leader Kausar Jahan cast votes
Updated : 1 year, 5 months ago IST
Former Union Health Secretary Apurva Chandra and BJP leader Kausar Jahan cast their votes in the Delhi Assembly elections, praising arrangements and encouraging citizens to vote for good governance and the city's future.
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"No need to panic, be cautious": Uttarakhand Health DG on HMPV cases in In
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
Meanwhile, Union Health Secretary Punya Salila Srivastava reviewed the present situation of respiratory illnesses in the country and the status of public health measures for its management.
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