-1769760739438_d.png "Healthcare sector urges digital boost and GST cuts on medical devices")
Ahead of Union Budget 2026-27, healthcare experts call for lower GST on medical devices, stronger rural health infrastructure, public-private partnerships, and expanded digital health initiatives. Dr. Senthilnathan said that smart taxation and public-private partnerships are key to healthy India
30 January,2026 02:12 PM IST | New Delhi | ANI-1768294336288_d.png "Jharkhand on health alert after suspected Nipah cases in West Bengal")
Jharkhand has issued a health alert after two suspected Nipah virus cases were reported in neighbouring West Bengal. The state health department has led surveillance, rapid reporting and public awareness measures across all districts to prevent a possible outbreak. The Centre has assured full support to West Bengal
13 January,2026 02:37 PM IST | Ranchi | PTI-1768215126249_d.png "Meta urges Australia to reconsider under-16 social media ban")
Australia introduced the legislation on December 10, 2025, requiring major social media platforms to prevent users aged under 16 from holding accounts. Companies that fail to take what the law describes as “reasonable steps” to enforce the ban face fines of up to 49.5 million dollars
12 January,2026 05:06 PM IST | mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
South Korea’s cosmetics exports surged to a record USD 11.43 billion in 2025, driven by the global popularity of K-beauty and diversified export markets. Shipments to the US rose sharply, making it the top destination, while exports expanded across Europe and Asia
09 January,2026 07:00 PM IST | Seoul | IANSADVERTISEMENT
