Author: Dr. Ajay Ghosh

AAPI Global Health Summit 2026 in Odisha Showcases Cutting‑Edge Resuscitation Training, AI‑Driven Clinical Education, and India’s National Emergency Life Support Program

Dr. Ajay Ghosh

The American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (AAPI) advanced its mission of strengthening global emergency care through innovation, technology, and Indo‑US collaboration with a landmark Resuscitation and Emergency Medical Care Workshop held on January 10, 2026, at the Kalinga Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS) in Odisha. The workshop, a signature component of the AAPI Global Health Summit (GHS) 2026, combined mass CPR training on January 9th and  high‑fidelity simulation, and AI‑enabled multi‑specialty clinical case discussions on January 10th setting a new national benchmark for emergency medicine education. AAPI President Dr.…

Awaaz Alliance Sweeps Central Panel in EFLU Students’ Union Election

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Hyderabad: In a resounding victory against hate and divisive politics, the Fraternity Movement–led Awaaz Alliance has won all Central Panel posts in the English and Foreign Languages University (EFLU) Students’ Union Election, defeating the ABVP and SFI. The Awaaz Alliance, comprising Fraternity Movement, MSF, and NSUI, secured a clean sweep, reflecting the strong mandate of the student community against divisive and sectarian politics. The newly elected Central Panel members are: President: Harshad Shibin NK (Fraternity Movement) Vice President: Sonu Raj (NSUI) General Secretary: Irfan Shajudheen (MSF) Joint Secretary: Haleemathu SS…

History is the witness of history, but today attempts are being made to change it: Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi

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New Delhi:  Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi said that history is the witness of history, but today efforts are being made to change it. There is an effort to downplay the achievements of Prime Ministers from other parties and make false claims. Priyanka Chaturvedi said that the public expects the Prime Minister to be honest and accountable, not to distort history. She also questioned the comments made in Parliament regarding women’s protests and security. The MP said that the Speaker’s statement yesterday was shameful, blaming women for threatening the…

The government is committed to making Jammu and Kashmir modern, progressive and economically viable: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah

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Srinagar:  Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said that the government is committed to making Jammu and Kashmir modern, progressive and economically viable. Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday presented a budget of ₹1.13 lakh crore for the Union Territory. He said that the aim of this financial plan is to lay a strong foundation for sustainable development, social harmony and economic prosperity in the Union Territory. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah announced two AYUSH hospitals in Jammu and Kashmir. Cath labs will be opened in Rajouri, Baramulla and Doda and…

After a 15-hour surgery, four severed fingers of a Jharkhand native were stitched together at Aster MIMS, Kannur

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Kannur: The fingers of a guest worker from Jharkhand who lost four fingers on his right hand after getting caught in a wood -cutting machine were stitched together at Aster MIMS, Kannur. The accident happened to 21-year-old Rupesh Kumar at his workplace. The accident occurred at 1.40 pm on January 10. He was then taken to another nearby hospital and from there to Aster MIMS, Kannur at around 8 pm. The injured person reached Aster MIMS about six hours after the accident. Then, an emergency surgery was performed under the…

The government is shying away from discussions in Parliament: ​​Priyanka Gandhi Vadra

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New Delhi:  Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra said that the government is shying away from discussions in Parliament. Countering the statement made by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra said, “…the Prime Minister is hiding behind the Speaker. Yesterday he didn’t have the courage to come to the House because three women were standing in front of the bench. What nonsense is this?…There is no discussion because the government doesn’t want it.” Before the House adjourned today, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla said, “The country saw what…

The government will have to answer in the House on the India-US trade deal: Congress MPs

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New Delhi:  Congress MPs said the government will have to answer in the House on the India-US trade deal. Furthermore, Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi should be allowed to speak in the Lok Sabha. Congress MP KC Venugopal said that in a parliamentary democracy, the Leader of the Opposition has the right to speak and initiate debate, which has been completely denied in this House. Our sole agenda is to allow the Leader of the Opposition to speak. The real issue is that Indian farmers are deeply concerned about…

West Bengal government increased the ‘Lakshmi Bhandar’ scheme by Rs 500 per beneficiary

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Kolkata: The West Bengal government’s monthly assistance scheme, “Lakshmi Bhandaar,” has been increased by ₹500 per beneficiary. This proposal was presented in the interim (vote-on-account) budget for the financial year 2026-27 presented in the House by West Bengal Finance Minister Chandrima Bhattacharya on Thursday. Currently, women in the general category receive ₹1,000 per month, while women in the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe categories receive ₹1,200. According to the interim budget proposal, women in the general category will now receive ₹1,500 per month, while women in the Scheduled Caste and…

Efforts to form an electoral alliance between the DMK and DMDK intensify

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Chennai:  Efforts for an electoral alliance between the DMK and DMDK have intensified. The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) has found a key ally in the Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK) in the early preparations for the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. The two parties are in talks regarding seat-sharing and a long-term political alliance. The DMK, which is looking to strengthen its electoral calculations well before the elections, has reportedly offered the DMDK seven assembly seats, as well as a Rajya Sabha seat that is due to fall vacant in April. This…

Congress General Secretary Jairam Ramesh’s warning

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New Delhi: Congress General Secretary and Rajya Sabha MP Jairam Ramesh warned that if Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi is not allowed to speak on the 2020 standoff with China, the House will be unlikely to function. Congress MP Ramesh said that there is only one issue troubling the opposition in Parliament, and that is that the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha has been prevented from speaking.  Congress leader Ramesh said that all opposition parties are unanimous that if the Lok Sabha MP is not allowed to…