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China issues red alert as Typhoon Dolphin hits its eastern coast

China issued its highest red alert as Typhoon Dolphin made landfall in Zhejiang province. This severe typhoon brought heavy rainfall and extensive impacts across multiple eastern regions. Airports in Hangzhou and Shanghai cancelled hundreds of flights due to the storm's severity. Authorities urged strict precautions against potential disasters triggered by…

The Economic Times

Over 1 million evacuated as Typhoon Dolphin hits China

Typhoon Dolphin made landfall in densely populated eastern China on Sunday, meteorological authorities said, after the storm triggered more than 1,000 flight cancellations, 1 million evacuations, and a top-level alert.

Euronews

Typhoon Dolphin makes landfall in China after flight cancellations, evacuations

BEIJING - Typhoon Dolphin made landfall in densely populated eastern China on Sunday, meteorological authorities said, after the storm triggered more than 1,000 flight cancellations, evacuations and a top-level alert.

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Ola Electric loss narrows to Rs 336 crore, revenue down 45%

The Bhavish Aggarwal-led company reported revenue from operations of Rs 455 crore for the June quarter, down from Rs 828 crore a year earlier, according to its stock exchange filing.

The Economic Times

India has 86,360 PG medical seats; no proposal to convert all diploma seats to DNB: Govt

India now has over 86,000 postgraduate medical seats available nationwide. Karnataka leads the country with the highest number of these medical seats. The government has no current proposal to convert all diploma seats into full DNB degree seats. New regulations are in place for starting new postgraduate medical courses and…

The Economic Times

‘Keyboard warrior’ nurse avoids suspension for vomit emoji reply to Pride post

George Eduard Stae posted 10 vomiting and nauseating face emojis on a Pride post back in June 2021

The Independent UK

Tata’s battery unit turns to own tech for making lithium cells

Tata's Agratas unit is developing its own lithium iron phosphate battery technology. This move comes as China tightens export restrictions on critical manufacturing know-how. The company is building a pilot production line at its Sanand factory in Gujarat. Agratas plans to manufacture both LFP and NMC cells for domestic and…

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Why thousands of Indian MBBS graduates are unable to take USMLE, PLAB and other foreign licensing exams

Thousands of Indian MBBS graduates face exam eligibility issues. Their medical colleges lack a key ECFMG sponsor note. This endorsement is crucial for foreign medical licensing examinations. Graduates discover this deficiency after completing their medical degrees. The National Medical Commission is processing updates for several institutions.

The Economic Times

Can India scrap NEET without reviving capitation fee? Yes, here’s how

The replacement of an admission procedure marred by serious problems of access and high cost and allegations of corruption among private medical institutions with the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) has resulted in a new set of injustices and a major federal dispute between the Union and some states.

Newslaundry

Bank of Baroda shares fall 2% after Q1 earnings. Why are brokerages slashing target prices?

Bank of Baroda shares fell after a sharp 72% drop in Q1 net profit due to a one-off NMC Health settlement. Brokerages cut target prices despite stable core performance. Margins, fee income and upcoming ECL norms remain key concerns, though asset quality and loan growth trends offer some support.

The Economic Times

Supreme Court issues notices to Centre, NMC, NBEMS on plea for transparency in foreign medical graduate exam

A bench comprising Justices P S Narasimha and Alok Aradhe took note of the submissions of lawyer Tanvi Dubey, appearing for a group of 12 candidates including Sunil Kumar Meena who appeared in the FMGE in June this year and issued notice to the Union Ministry of Health and Family…

The Economic Times

JEE’s computer-based testing model offers blueprint for NEET reform

Recent protests underscore the urgent necessity for comprehensive examination reforms and tackling the issue of paper leaks. Transitioning NEET-UG to a Computer-Based Testing format is among the essential changes proposed. To alleviate student pressure, normalisation methods and limiting attempts could make a significant difference. It’s crucial for both the National…

The Economic Times

NMC MBBS Seat Matrix 2026 Released: Check state-wise government and private medical college seats

NMC MBBS Seat Matrix 2026: The National Medical Commission has published the 2026 MBBS seat matrix for aspiring doctors. This year offers 1,36,939 MBBS seats, a significant increase from last year. Private medical colleges contributed the majority of these newly added seats. Twenty-five new medical colleges have also entered the…

The Economic Times

National Medical Commission directs 70 colleges to comply with mandatory CCTV surveillance norms

Seventy medical colleges must now connect their NVRs to the National Medical Commission. These institutions failed to comply with mandatory CCTV surveillance regulations. The commission issued a public notice after repeated follow-ups proved unsuccessful. Rajasthan, Maharashtra, and Delhi have the highest number of defaulting institutions. Non-compliant colleges must implement requirements…

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Transparency, standards and a new commissioner – but does the maternity review go far enough?

Amos review sets out recommendations for government, but falls short on systemic racism and traumatic births

InsideEVs

Why The Slate Truck Will Use LFP Batteries After All

Slate's $24,950 pickup truck will be powered by an LFP battery made by Gotion in Illinois. A top executive explains the move.

The Economic Times

Kashmir Medical College gears up for NMC inspection, plans 150 MBBS seats with advanced healthcare facilities

Kashmir Medical College in Srinagar is undergoing significant development. The institution is being equipped with advanced technology and modern facilities. This initiative aims to enhance medical education and provide improved healthcare access for the region. The college is preparing for inspections and plans to admit its first batch of students…

The Economic Times

NMC vacancies delaying medical admissions, SC Amicus tells court

Longstanding vacancies at the National Medical Commission are causing significant delays in medical admissions and regulatory processes. Key statutory positions remain unfilled, impacting approvals, renewals, and counselling. This leads to extended admission timelines and vacant medical seats. Students are the primary sufferers of these persistent issues. The functioning of the…

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NEET UG 2026 Re-Exam: Ministry, NTA, NMC officials to face par panel on health tomorrow

Top officials from ministries, NTA and NMC will brief a parliamentary panel on Wednesday regarding the NEET-UG re-examination scheduled for June 21. This is the third parliamentary committee to summon these officials. The focus remains on conducting the re-test smoothly. The panel will question them on the examination's conduct and…

The Independent UK

Nurse struck off after making £19,500 by adding shifts she did not work

She received £19,575.41 and gained 540 hours as time off in lieu for which she was not required to work, the report said

The Economic Times

National Medical Commission proposes restoring 10-year limit for completing MBBS course

The National Medical Commission (NMC) is considering extending the MBBS course completion time to 10 years. This move aims to help students facing academic or personal challenges. The commission has invited public feedback on the proposed changes. This relaxation would provide more flexibility for medical students to finish their studies.…

The Economic Times

NEET paper leak: CBI, government officials apprise Par panel of steps taken to prevent leakage in June 21 retest

Top officials of the Union Education Ministry led by Higher Education Secretary Vineet Joshi, NTA Director General Abhishek Singh and officials of the National Medical Commission (NMC) including its chairman Abhijat Chandrakant Sheth also appeared before the panel.

The Independent UK

Regulator fails to improve after clearing hundreds of ‘fraudulent’ nurses

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Scandal-hit nursing regulator still failing to address problems, watchdog warns

A scathing audit of the Nursing and Midwifery Council found there was no evidence of “substantial and sustained improvement”

The Independent UK

Rogue NHS nurses who should have been banned left free to work for up to 12 years

Fifteen workers on the nursing register should have banned over existing criminal convictions, the Nursing and Midwifery Council said

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