January 11, 2026

MBBS Course Suspended at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Medical College; Muslim Students Migrate

The MBBS course at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Medical College in Jammu's Katra has been suspended unexpectedly, leading many Muslim students to leave the campus. The move came after protests and an NMC visit that found faculty and infrastructure lacking.

January 10, 2026

Karnataka Plans New Medical Colleges in Ramanagara, Bagalkot; Kanakapura Waits

Karnataka government will soon propose medical colleges in Ramanagara and Bagalkot. Kanakapura’s college plan postponed due to hospital shortage. Recruitment steps underway.

January 10, 2026

India Launches Zero-Fatalities Road Safety Program in 100 High-Crash Districts

The Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways and Save Life Foundation target 100 districts with highest road crashes to cut fatalities by 50% by 2030 using data-driven methods.

January 10, 2026

Kerala Elderly Raise Healthcare, Safety Concerns at KSEC Hearing

Over 150 senior citizens and groups voiced their concerns on healthcare, insurance, and safety at the Kerala State Elderly Commission meeting. They highlighted issues with government schemes, insurance costs, dementia care, and support services for elders.

January 10, 2026

Nepali Youth Dies, Six Hospitalized After Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in Dharwad

A 27-year-old Nepali man died and six others were hospitalized in Dharwad after inhaling carbon monoxide from burning charcoal in a closed room. Three are in critical condition. Police are investigating the accident.