Report Claims Mojtaba Khamenei Is Unconscious

By BPN News Desk April 7, 2026

International

A fresh wave of uncertainty has hit Iran’s leadership after reports claimed that Mojtaba Khamenei is unconscious and receiving treatment in the holy city of Qom. The claim has not been independently verified, and no official confirmation has emerged from Iranian authorities so far. Mojtaba

International

WHO Suspends Gaza Medical Evacuations

By BPN News Desk April 7, 2026

The World Health Organization has suspended medical evacuations from Gaza through the Rafah crossing after a contractor working with the agency was killed during what it described as a security incident. The move has added to concerns over the worsening humanitarian situation, especially for critically ill patients waiting to leave Gaza for treatment in Egypt. […]

International

Pasteur Institute In Tehran Damaged In Attack

By BPN News Desk April 2, 2026

Pasteur Institute In Tehran Damaged In Attack Iran’s Health Ministry says the Pasteur Institute of Iran, one of the country’s oldest medical research centres, was severely damaged in an attack on Tehran. The claim adds to growing concern over the widening impact of the war on civilian and scientific infrastructure, especially facilities linked to public […]

Health

Government Tightens Watch On GLP-1 Weight-Loss Drugs

By BPN News Desk March 24, 2026

The government has tightened monitoring of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs amid concerns over unauthorised sales and misleading promotion, as these medicines gain wider visibility in India. The move comes amid growing worry that such drugs are being sold or marketed without proper medical oversight. Govt Tightens Watch On GLP-1 Weight-Loss Drugs Authorities have stepped up

International

Imran Khan Raises Bushra Bibi Prison Concerns

By BPN News Desk March 24, 2026

Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan has raised concerns over the treatment of his wife Bushra Bibi in prison during a rare Eid phone call with his son, marking his first public message in weeks amid growing attention on his health and ongoing incarceration. The remarks added a new emotional and political layer to the […]

International

Lebanon Strike Kills 12 Health Workers

By BPN News Desk March 16, 2026

A strike on a primary healthcare centre in southern Lebanon killed 12 health workers, according to World Health Organization Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, who said the victims included doctors, paramedics and nurses. The incident was reported late on March 13 and has added to concern over attacks affecting medical services during the wider regional conflict.

Op-Eds Opinion

Public Health Victory or Policy Gamble? Odisha’s Tobacco Ban Explained

By BPN News Desk January 24, 2026

Odisha’s decision to impose a complete ban on gutkha, pan masala, and all tobacco products deserves clear recognition as a public health-first move. In a political environment where revenue considerations often dilute health policy, the state has chosen to prioritise long-term societal well-being over short-term economic convenience. That choice matters. But while the

National

Ex-Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar Hospitalised at AIIMS

By BPN News Desk January 13, 2026

Former Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar was admitted to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences in New Delhi after experiencing health issues, officials said on Monday. He was taken to the hospital for medical evaluation following two fainting episodes reported last week. Undergoing Tests and Observation Doctors at AIIMS have advised an MRI scan and […]

International

Trump Says His Health Is “Perfect” Amid Ageing Scrutiny

By BPN News Desk January 2, 2026

U.S. President Donald Trump, who is 79 years old and currently the oldest serving president in American history, has insisted that his health is “perfect,” rejecting public and media speculation about his physical condition. In an interview with The Wall Street Journal, Trump said recent discussions about his fitness and ageing are overblown and inaccurate. […]

Health

Centre Bans High-Dose Nimesulide Oral Drugs

By BPN News Desk January 1, 2026

The Union Health Ministry has banned the manufacture, sale and distribution of oral nimesulide formulations containing more than 100 mg in immediate release form. The decision was taken under provisions of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act after a review of safety data and expert recommendations. Authorities said higher doses of the drug pose increased health […]