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India’s Medical Education Regulator to Ban Promotion of Devices & Companies in Live Surgeries Introduction On the heels of ethical concerns and mounting pressure for transparency, India’s apex medical education body, the National Medical Commission (NMC) , has proposed stricter rules around the live broadcasting of surgeries. A key component of these new rules: prohibiting the promotion or marketing of medical devices and companies during live surgeries intended for educational purposes. This move aims to reduce commercial influence in medicine, protect patient rights, and ensure that live surgeries remain academic in character rather than marketing spectacles. ( Medical Dialogues ) This post outlines what is changing, why it matters, what stakeholders should expect, criticisms, and how hospitals, surgeons, device companies, and regulators can adapt. Background: What Prompted the Changes Existing Guidelines and Supreme Court Oversight In 2023, a Supreme Court petition (W...

  India's economy has really picked up speed in the 2020s. In terms of current prices, the GDP jumped from ₹236 lakh crore in 2021–22 (after the pandemic) to ₹330.7 lakh crore in 2024–25, growing at an impressive annual rate of 11.9%. During the same timeframe, the Gross Value Added (GVA) increased from ₹216.4 to ₹300.2 lakh crore, which translates to an 11.5% compound annual growth rate. This growth is widespread, but one thing is clear: the services sector is leading the charge. The first table shows how each sector grew in both quantum and share terms. Agriculture's Gross Value Added (GVA) has seen a remarkable rise, jumping from ₹41 lakh crore to ₹53.9 lakh crore, which translates to a 9.5% compound annual growth rate (CAGR). By the fiscal year 2024-25, it’s expected to account for 16.3% of the GDP. The key challenge ahead is to enhance on-farm productivity and related activities, while also leveraging technology to connect farmers with markets. This way, they can better un...

  Gaza Crisis 2025: Many victims reported being lured with promises of jobs or relief supplies. In some cases, vehicles bearing UN symbols were used. Gaza Crisis 2025:  Gaza has been engulfed in the flames of war and devastation for the past two years, revealing to the world the darkest truths of humanity. While the women here struggle with hunger, thirst, and helplessness, they are also facing another inhumane crisis: sexual exploitation. In the name of aid and relief, local men and some aid workers are demanding sexual favors from starving women. Women are facing humiliating deals for a single meal and clean water. Reports from agencies and human rights organizations indicate that women are either lured into marriage or directly forced into physical relations. Women are forced to suffer silently In Gaza's conservative culture, it's extremely difficult to discuss such incidents openly, so most women are forced to endure the pain silently. However, some victims have shared the...

New Delhi: Maruti Suzuki India Ltd, India's largest carmaker, has informed that its production rose 26 per cent year-on-year in September 2025, supported by strong market demand and higher vehicle dispatches.  The company manufactured 2,01,915 units across its plants during the month, compared with 1,59,743 units in September 2024, according to a regulatory filing. Utility vehicles such as the Brezza, Ertiga and Fronx registered a 27 per cent annual growth in production, touching 79,496 units versus 62,752 units a year earlier. Production of the Eeco van also rose to 13,201 units from 11,702 units, while the Super Carry Light Commercial Vehicle (LCV) grew to 3,599 units from 3,034 units in the same period. Production of the Alto and S-Presso stood at 12,318 units, nearly flat against 12,155 units a year earlier. Compact segment models including the Baleno, Celerio, Dzire and Swift saw a sharp rise, with output climbing to 93,301 units from 68,413 units in the year-ago period. As pe...

  In a recent exchange on X, Ashish Sinha, the founder of NextBigWhat, publicly shared strategic advice to Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu regarding the early direction of Arattai, Zoho’s India-first messaging app. His advice was clear: Arattai had the potential to be an 'India-first product in infrastructure, scale, and philosophy.' Sinha began by praising Vembu’s influence on India’s startup ecosystem: “I have a lot of respect for you – you inspire a whole lot of bootstrappers like me. Your recent hustle has been all the more inspiring!” He then offered a cautionary note: over the years, many India-focused consumer apps have relied on nationalism-as-go-to-market (GTM) strategies — for instance, Koo, regional versions of maps, or TikTok clones like Josh and Chingari. Sinha argued that while such approaches can drive download volumes, they may not attract the kind of long-term, loyal users that define sustainable success. He warned: “These users rarely convert into long-term loyalis...

Nirmala Sitharaman Unveils Landmark GST Reforms 2025: What It Means for You  Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces historic GST reforms 2025. Know how reduced GST slabs, tax cuts on essentials, and a 40% luxury goods slab impact consumers, businesses, and India’s economy. Introduction India’s indirect tax regime has entered a new chapter. On September 3, 2025 , Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced sweeping GST reforms that will impact millions of households, small businesses, and industries. The new GST structure will take effect from September 22, 2025 , aiming to simplify taxation, cut costs on daily essentials, and encourage domestic demand. Let’s dive into the details of this reform and what it means for you. Simplified GST Slabs The highlight of the reform is the reduction of GST slabs . India will now primarily operate under two main slabs: 5% GST 18% GST The earlier 12% and 28% slabs have been eliminated. This two-tier GST structure makes c...