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Scientists from nimhans and IIT Bhubaneswar have developed a novel approach to study schizophrenia using Chaos Theory to analyze brain signals. This research introduces the Chaotic Dynamics Marker (CDM) and the U-KBBC model, which generates a visual pattern called 'Sudarshan' to track disease progression and recovery.

Families and researchers are advocating for Huntington's disease to be recognized as a rare disease in India to establish a much-needed registry. This recognition is crucial for quantifying patient numbers, improving treatment accessibility, and securing coverage under national health policies, offering hope for affected individuals and families.

AIIMS New Delhi has announced the INI-SS July 2026 Stage 1 results. Candidates can check their scores on the official website. Those who cleared the computer-based test will proceed to the departmental assessment. Admissions will be offered for DM, MCh, and MD Hospital Administration courses at top institutes. Counselling registration will commence soon for qualified candidates.

From nearly 200,000 hours of content in 2025 to 87.58 crore multi-screen users, India’s media boom is accelerating, but parallel research points to rising concerns over sleep disruption, cognitive fatigue and children’s screen dependency

IHBAS has launched a DM in Geriatric Mental Health, becoming one of the few centres in India to offer advanced training in this critical field. This initiative establishes a dedicated department, expanding from an outpatient model to a full-fledged system for specialised care, teaching, and research to address the rising mental health needs of India's ageing population.

In collaboration with nimhans, Bengaluru, the state also conducted what officials described as perhaps India’s first state-wide epidemiological survey on child and adolescent mental health.

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A fire at nimhans' medical records department on March 13 destroyed over 1,000 patient files and registers. While authorities claim minimal impact due to digital backups, sources suggest crucial medico-legal and prison inmate records may be lost, raising legal concerns. Investigations point to electrical faults as the likely cause, with upgrades planned.

In India, the possibility of a complication on the surgical table is higher than the global average, opening an added dimension of risk

India's national mental health helpline, Tele-MANAS, has received over 34.34 lakh calls since its October 2022 launch, indicating a significant rise in demand for psychological support. Uttar Pradesh leads in call volume, with other states like Tamil Nadu and Karnataka also showing high engagement.