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The Hindu
3 days ago
- Health
- The Hindu
Will new MBBS curriculum equip doctors for today's challenges?
India has the largest number of medical colleges in the world, with over 700 recognised institutions. It is also a major exporter of medical graduates, with over 7.3% of its domestic medical workforce working abroad in countries including the U.K., U.S., Canada, and Australia, among others. While out-of-pocket expenditure on health remains very high in India, the country faces a unique burden of health problems due to factors like high population density, economic disparities, and limited access to healthcare, particularly in rural areas. These problems persist despite the many welfare schemes brought in by the Central Government, including Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY). Dependence on private sector healthcare remains high. India is battling a high prevalence of communicable and non-communicable diseases, nutritional deficiencies, and maternal and perinatal health challenges. It is also prone to new outbreaks like COVID, while battling nutritional deficiency and wasting, and bearing the brunt of an obesity epidemic. India's healthcare system faces this complex landscape while balancing the public and private sectors to address a vast and diverse population. In this context, a robust, dynamic, inclusive MBBS syllabus is the base level needed to ensure that dependable and adaptable healthcare is given to even the poorest of the poor. For this, the government has increased spending and expanded public welfare coverage while ensuring that the MBBS syllabus is revised to tailor-make it to the country's current needs. The Union Health Ministry on April 23, 2025 launched new competency-based curricula for 10 allied healthcare professions in collaboration with the National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions (NCAHP). The curricula will cover a broad spectrum of professions, such as Physiotherapy; Applied Psychology and Behavioural Health; Optometry; Nutrition and Dietetics; Dialysis Therapy Technology and Dialysis Therapy; Radiotherapy Technology; Medical Radiology and Imaging Technology; Anaesthesia and Operation Theatre Technology; Health Information Management; and Physician Associates. Aimed at bringing uniformity to training of allied healthcare professionals across the country, the new curricula is designed to produce globally competent professionals to address the increasing prevalence of diseases and the growing demand for allied services. To discuss these changes and how they will change the ecosystem of medical education in India, The Hindu will host a webinar titled, 'Will new MBBS curriculum equip doctors for today's challenges?', on June 7, at 5:00 p.m. Register now for free to ask questions and interact with the panellists. Those who ask the three best questions will receive a free online subscription to The Hindu. The panellists include Prof. (Dr.) Uma Kumar, Founder & Head Department of Rheumatology, AIIMS Delhi; Dr. Satendra Singh, Director & Professor of Physiology, UCMS, Delhi; and Prof. (Dr.) Ravi Wankhedkar, Prof of Surgery & Head of Coloproctology, SBH Govt Medical College, Dhule. The webinar will be moderated by M. Kalyanaraman, who heads the education vertical at The Hindu. Panellists Prof. (Dr.) Uma Kumar, Founder Head Department of Rheumatology, AIIMS, Delhi Dr. Kumar entered medical school in 1985. After doing MBBS and MD, she joined AIIMS, Delhi in 1996 as a senior resident doctor and became faculty in 2001 in the department of Medicine. She created the Rheumatology Department at AIIMS, New Delhi in 2015. She pioneered the concept of Day Care in Rheumatology in India in 2012. She has published more than 200 research papers and book chapters in various national and international journals and books. She serves on the editorial board of several international and national journals, including Dermatologic Manifestations in Rheumatologic Diseases, Arthritis: Myths and Facts, and more. Dr. Satendra Singh, Director-Professor of Physiology at UCMS, Delhi Dr. Satendra Singh is the Director-Professor of Physiology at the University College of Medical Sciences and GTB Hospital, Delhi. He is co-chair of the International Council for Disability Inclusion in Medical Education, Commissioner at the Lancet's first-ever Commission on Disability and Health, and a member of the National Human Rights Commission. He won the National Award from the President of India and the National Award for Medical Humanities. He is a disability justice advocate who has brought many policy reforms, including the inclusion of disability competencies in the new medical curriculum in India and a ban on unnecessary surgeries in intersex children. Prof. (Dr.) Ravi Wankhedkar, Prof of Surgery & Head of Coloproctology, SBH Govt Medical College, Dhule Prof. Dr. Ravi Wankhedkar, MBBS, MS, FIAMS, FCGP, is a practicing surgeon and ano-rectal specialist with over 35 years of clinical experience. He currently serves as Professor of Surgery and Head of the Coloproctology Department at SBH Government Medical College in Dhule. Alongside his academic and clinical responsibilities, he is the Chairman of the Indian Medical Association (IMA), National Health Scheme, and functions as an examiner for both undergraduate and postgraduate students in general surgery. Throughout his career, Dr. Wankhedkar has held several positions in national and international medical organisations. He served as Treasurer of the World Medical Association from 2019 to 2023 and was President of the SAARC Medical Association between 2018 and 2020. In 2018, he held the post of IMA National President. (For any suggestions or feedback, please reach out to us at education@
Business Standard
23-05-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Syrma SGS Tech inks pact with Dynabook for manufacturing laptops in India
Syrma SGS Technology said that it has entered into a strategic partnership with Dynabook Singapore Pte. Ltd. for manufacturing laptops in India. Dynabook Singapore is leading commercial PC brand in Japan. It provides a portfolio of B2B laptop computers to meet diverse customer requirements. As part of this collaboration, Syrma SGS will manufacture Dynabooks diverse range of laptops in India, supporting the Governments 'Make in India' vision. This initiative is designed to meet the varied demands of enterprise customers and commercial channels across the country, providing world-class laptops with Dynabook's renowned technology and expertise to government and public sector undertakings. Satendra Singh, CEO of Syrma SGS Technology, said: It is a moment of pride for us to associate with Dynabook, a well-known Japanese brand. This alignment will offer more choices to customers in India under the central government's 'Make in India' initiative. Dynabook's expertise in technology and high-class manufacturing will result in the best products for Indian customers and beyond. Syrma SGS Technology manufactures various electronic sub-assemblies, assemblies and box builds, disk drives, memory modules, power supplies/adapters, fiber optic assemblies, magnetic induction coils and RFID products, and other electronic products. The scrip rose 0.69% to currently trade at Rs 541.95 on the BSE.
Business Standard
14-05-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
ICIM Leads the Way in Industrial Workforce Transformation with Certified Compliance, Safety, and ESG Training Programs
VMPL Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 14: The Institute for Compliance & Industrial Management (ICIM), a Government of Uttar Pradesh-certified institution, is rapidly establishing itself as a national cornerstone in the transformation of India's industrial and corporate workforce. With a mission rooted in real-world education, legal alignment, and sustainable practices, ICIM is setting new benchmarks in industrial capacity building. Functioning at the vital intersection of education, industry compliance, workplace safety, and social development, ICIM offers structured, government-recognized certification programs that are tailored to meet the evolving needs of India's growing industrial sectors. The institution's approach integrates both Indian statutory frameworks and international best practices to produce professionals who are not only technically sound but also ethically grounded and sustainability-conscious. Empowering India's Workforce Across Multiple Levels ICIM's diverse training verticals are designed to serve stakeholders across the industrial spectrum. These include: * Industrial Workers - With a strong emphasis on occupational safety, statutory compliance, and health awareness, these programs ensure safer workplaces and lower risks across factories and industrial units. * Corporate Professionals - Modules focused on ESG integration, strategic management, HR compliance, and labour law updates empower professionals to make legally and ethically sound decisions in dynamic business environments. * Students and Graduates - To bridge the industry-academia gap, ICIM provides skill development and certification programs that equip young individuals with practical knowledge and make them industry-ready from day one. * Factory Management and HR Teams - Focused training on PoSH (Prevention of Sexual Harassment), industrial relations, and recent labour code reforms help in building progressive and compliant workplaces. * NGOs and CSR Stakeholders - These programs enable social sector participants to align their projects with industrial accountability and measurable impact frameworks. The goal is clear: to foster a professional environment where industrial growth is underpinned by legal integrity, operational excellence, and inclusive development. Leadership Committed to Purpose-Driven Growth To lead this ambitious agenda, Mr. Satendra Singh has been appointed as the Chairman of ICIM. With years of experience across industrial ecosystems and compliance frameworks, Mr. Singh brings a visionary approach to institutional leadership. Sharing his roadmap in his first public address, he said: "At ICIM, our mission is to drive excellence in industrial management by fostering fully integrated systems and streamlined processes that deliver operational efficiency and uphold top-tier quality standards. Our vision is to build a compliance-oriented, strategically innovative, and ethically grounded industrial culture across sectors." He further emphasized the institution's broader mission: "Our core commitment is to empower industries and corporates to consistently meet and exceed the highest benchmarks of industrial and corporate governance. By bridging training, law, and sustainability, we aim to drive India's industrial workforce towards global competitiveness and long-term resilience." Legacy, Credibility, and Nationwide Expansion Backed by a robust team of veteran trainers with over 20 years of real-world experience, ICIM enjoys high credibility in both public and private sector circles. From small manufacturing setups to large corporate entities, the institution is trusted for delivering impactful training programs that create real change. As ICIM scales its presence across India, its vision encompasses: * The institutionalization of strong legal compliance frameworks * Mainstreaming of green and sustainable industrial practices * Fostering ethical leadership and inclusive growth in business environments * Enabling seamless collaboration between industry, government bodies, and civil society organizations ICIM's role is becoming increasingly crucial at a time when India is aiming to become a global manufacturing and industrial hub. The institution's commitment to practical, law-integrated training is expected to play a significant part in making Indian industries future-ready and resilient. Partnering for Progress ICIM is actively collaborating with regulatory authorities, corporate houses, academic institutions, and development organizations to broaden its reach and maximize impact. From compliance seminars and industrial workshops to virtual certifications and advisory services, the institution offers a comprehensive suite of learning and development solutions.
The Hindu
14-05-2025
- General
- The Hindu
Railway Ministry replaces 'mentally retarded' with 'intellectual disability' in concession forms
The Railway Ministry has decided to replace the term "mentally retarded persons" with "persons with intellectual disability" in concession forms issued to persons with disabilities seeking discounts in train journeys. "The Ministry of Railways has decided to replace the term 'mentally retarded persons who cannot travel without an escort' with 'persons with intellectual disability who cannot travel without an escort'," said a ministry circular dated May 9 addressed to the principal chief commercial managers of all the railway zones. Officials said terms like "mentally retarded" have negative connotations besides sounding offensive. "The move was long overdue. The new concession certificate forms will incorporate the changes from June 1," a railway official said. However, the circular also enclosed a revised performa of the concession certificate form, which used terms such as "handicapped" and "divyangjan" for other disabilities, raising concerns among disability rights advocates and activists. "The concession certificate form for orthopaedically handicapped/paraplegic (person/patients) who cannot travel without an escort/persons with intellectual disabilities who cannot travel without an escort/persons with hearing and speech impairment totally (both afflictions together in the same person)...," the revised proforma read, specifying three categories of persons with disabilities who are offered travel concessions. Activists, while welcoming the changes and saying they should have been implemented earlier, pointed out some "objectionable" words that still remain in the revised concession form. 'The Ministry of Railways is always slow to respond, but better late than never. The Supreme Court has already issued a handbook on inclusive language,' they said. "We welcome the shift from the 'R-word' to 'intellectual disability', but the Railways is still engaged in piecemeal corrections," Satendra Singh, director and professor at the University College of Medical Sciences and Guru Teg Bahadur Hospital, respectively, said. "Even the revised concession forms continue to use euphemistic and controversial terms like 'handicapped' and 'divyangjan',' Mr. Singh said. Some activists said a previous order from the chief commissioner for persons with disabilities banned expressions such as 'handicapped', while the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD), which India has ratified, also uses the term "persons with disabilities". The circular, stating other provisions, said, "The certificate already issued in the old proforma before 01.06.2025 shall remain valid till the expiry of the validity period. There shall be no change in the railway concession certificate for 'blindness'." "Zonal railways may print the revised proforma and make it available at all locations/stations to avoid inconvenience. Necessary instructions shall be issued to all concerned," it added.
Hindustan Times
14-05-2025
- General
- Hindustan Times
Railway Ministry replaces 'mentally retarded' with 'intellectual disability' in concession forms
New Delhi, The Railway Ministry has decided to replace the term "mentally retarded persons" with "persons with intellectual disability" in concession forms issued to persons with disabilities seeking discounts in train journeys. "The Ministry of Railways has decided to replace the term 'mentally retarded persons who cannot travel without an escort' with 'persons with intellectual disability who cannot travel without an escort'," said a ministry circular dated May 9 addressed to the principal chief commercial managers of all the railway zones. Officials said terms like "mentally retarded" have negative connotations besides sounding offensive. "The move was long overdue. The new concession certificate forms will incorporate the changes from June 1," a railway official said. However, the circular also enclosed a revised performa of the concession certificate form, which used terms such as "handicapped" and "divyangjan" for other disabilities, raising concerns among disability rights advocates and activists. "The concession certificate form for orthopaedically handicapped/paraplegic who cannot travel without an escort/persons with intellectual disabilities who cannot travel without an escort/persons with hearing and speech impairment totally ...," the revised proforma read, specifying three categories of persons with disabilities who are offered travel concessions. Activists, while welcoming the changes and saying they should have been implemented earlier, pointed out some "objectionable" words that still remain in the revised concession form. 'The Ministry of Railways is always slow to respond but better late than never. The Supreme Court has already issued a handbook on inclusive language. "We welcome the shift from the 'R-word' to 'intellectual disability', but the Railways is still engaged in piecemeal corrections," Satendra Singh, director and professor at the University College of Medical Sciences and Guru Teg Bahadur Hospital, respectively, said. "Even the revised concession forms continue to use euphemistic and controversial terms like 'handicapped' and 'divyangjan',' Singh said. Some activists said a previous order from the chief commissioner for persons with disabilities banned expressions such as 'handicapped', while the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities , which India has ratified, also uses the term "persons with disabilities". The circular, stating other provisions, said, "The certificate already issued in the old proforma before 01.06.2025 shall remain valid till the expiry of the validity period. There shall be no change in railway concession certificate for 'blindness'." "Zonal railways may print the revised proforma and make it available at all locations/stations to avoid inconvenience. Necessary instructions shall be issued to all concerned," it added.
