VK News Today https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html 1 in 14 women hit by early menopause in low, middle-income countries: Study | India News ICC T20I Rankings: India’s UK tour unravels, but Ishan Kishan and Abhishek Sharma retain No. 1 and No. 2 spots | Cricket News ‘Tabaahi’ song from ‘Toxic’ out now: Yash and Kiara Advani’s sizzling chemistry with Vishal Mishra’s soulful vocals impresses netizens Mumbai’s Powai Lake is becoming this monsoon’s most unexpected wildlife attraction, thanks to the Mugger crocodiles emerging after heavy rains | The Chariot & Aries Moon: Time to Take Control of Your Life Scientists find a hidden atmosphere around a small world beyond Pluto called ‘2002 XV93’ 16 feared trapped after building collapses in Pune amid heavy rain Microsoft’s $7.3 billion AI data centre has been sued by neighbours sick of noise that never stops, doesn’t let them sleep | World News Ayushman Bharat NEW DELHI: The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Health and Family Welfare, in its 172nd Report, has recommended increasing the insurance cover under Ayushman Bharat-Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY) from the existing Rs 5 lakh to Rs 10 lakh, saying the current limit is inadequate to meet the cost of several life-saving procedures, including liver transplants, complex cardiac surgeries and immunotherapy.The committee observed that advances in medical treatment have pushed the cost of several high-end procedures well beyond the scheme’s existing coverage ceiling, leaving many beneficiaries vulnerable to substantial out-of-pocket expenditure despite being covered under PM-JAY. It recommended revising the coverage framework by introducing a differential treatment cost model for high-cost and complex procedures.”The current Rs 5 lakh coverage limit does not adequately meet the needs of most beneficiaries, as certain advanced interventions such as organ transplants like liver transplant, cardiac surgeries and immunotherapy treatments far exceed the threshold,” the report said. It reiterated its recommendation to enhance the coverage limit to Rs 10 lakh and create special high-cost packages under PM-JAY, supported through pooled financing, negotiated pricing with hospitals and manufacturers, and co-funding mechanisms with states.The panel said such a targeted enhancement would ensure that beneficiaries requiring expensive, life-saving procedures are not financially excluded while maintaining the fiscal sustainability of the scheme.PM-JAY, the country’s flagship government-funded health insurance scheme, currently provides cashless health cover of Rs 5 lakh per family annually for secondary and tertiary care. It has been implemented in 35 states and Union Territories. As of January 31, 2026, the scheme had authorised 11.46 crore hospital admissions worth Rs 1.69 lakh crore, while more than 43 crore Ayushman Cards had been issued.The committee also sought stricter enforcement of the prescribed six-hour turnaround time for approving cashless treatment requests under PM-JAY. It recommended penalty provisions for hospitals or agencies responsible for undue delays, periodic audits of pre-authorisation workflows, expansion of auto-approval to more low-risk procedures and deployment of AI-enabled case tracking to speed up approvals.In addition, the panel urged the government to intensify efforts to achieve 100% Ayushman Card saturation through targeted enrolment drives, particularly in areas with poor internet connectivity, while addressing reimbursement concerns of private hospitals to improve their participation in the scheme.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorAnuja JaiswalAnuja Jaiswal is a Senior Assistant Editor at The Times of India, with an impressive 18-year career in narrative journalism. She specializes in health and heritage reporting, expertly simplifying complex health information to make it engaging and understandable for readers. Her deep dives into heritage topics are well-researched, resulting in captivating narratives that resonate with her audience. Over the years, she has worked in Chandigarh, Chhattisgarh and West UP, gaining diverse on-ground experience that shapes her storytelling.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosRam Temple Trust Accounts Reveal ₹3,264 Cr Donations, 32 Kg Gold & 1.5 Tonnes Of SilverUS Charges Lawrence Bishnoi And Goldy Brar For Allegedly Ordering Nijjar’s Killing In Canada4 States Sign Historic Pact To End 50-Year Narmada Project Payment Dispute In Presence Of Amit Shah9 Indian Ships Carrying 198 Seafarers Remain Near Strait Of Hormuz; Govt Says All Vessels Are SafeBaruipur Rape-Murder Accused Shot Dead In Police Encounter During Crime Scene ReconstructionWATCH: PM Modi Invokes ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’; Indonesia President Admits He Has Indian DNAIndia Set To Supply Two BrahMos Missile Batteries Worth $200 Million To Indonesia: ReportThree Dead, Several Missing After Massive Landslide Near Kerala Tunnel Project SiteWhy Does Mumbai Flood Every Monsoon? 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I extend my heartfelt gratitude to the people of Indonesia and to President Prabowo Subianto for his exceptional warmth and personal commitment to taking India-Indonesia relations to new heights,” Modi said.During wide-ranging talks on Tuesday, Prime Minister Modi and President Prabowo reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening the India-Indonesia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, covering political, defence, economic, technological and regional cooperation.According to a joint statement, Modi’s July 6-8 state visit marked an important milestone in bilateral ties following President Prabowo’s visit to India as the Chief Guest for the 76th Republic Day celebrations in January 2025. The two leaders agreed to hold regular summit meetings, including on the sidelines of multilateral events, while strengthening existing bilateral dialogue mechanisms.The leaders held bilateral talks in Jakarta, discussed a broad range of issues and witnessed the exchange of several agreements. Prime Minister Modi also addressed the Indonesian Parliament and attended a reception hosted by the Indian community.On defence and maritime cooperation, both sides reaffirmed their commitment to expanding defence ties through regular dialogues, joint military exercises, staff talks, defence research, co-production of defence technologies, hydrography, peacekeeping, information sharing and defence industrial cooperation. They also welcomed the elevation of defence cooperation through collaboration on the BrahMos missile system and the Air-to-Air Missile Cooperation Agreement.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosAircraft, Chopper Acquisition Under ED Lens: TMC’s ‘Dishonest Financial Dealings’ Case DeepensRam Temple Trust Accounts Reveal ₹3,264 Cr Donations, 32 Kg Gold & 1.5 Tonnes Of SilverUS Charges Lawrence Bishnoi And Goldy Brar For Allegedly Ordering Nijjar’s Killing In Canada4 States Sign Historic Pact To End 50-Year Narmada Project Payment Dispute In Presence Of Amit Shah9 Indian Ships Carrying 198 Seafarers Remain Near Strait Of Hormuz; Govt Says All Vessels Are SafeBaruipur Rape-Murder Accused Shot Dead In Police Encounter During Crime Scene ReconstructionWATCH: PM Modi Invokes ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’; Indonesia President Admits He Has Indian DNAIndia Set To Supply Two BrahMos Missile Batteries Worth $200 Million To Indonesia: ReportThree Dead, Several Missing After Massive Landslide Near Kerala Tunnel Project SiteWhy Does Mumbai Flood Every Monsoon? 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Here’s a beginner’s guide to grafting roses successfully7 signs that tell you’re in ‘too much stress’123Hot PicksWayanad landslideSiya GoyalWayanad LandslideBaruipur rapeMumbai rainfallModi Indonesia VisitE20 PetrolLNG Vessel strikeMotor Vehicle ActTop TrendingLionel Messi Clash with Egypt CoachIshowspeedBengal Rape Murder CaseFIFA World Cup 2026CBSE Class 10 ResultKetan Agarwal murder caseMumbai rainDelhi rainWeather tomorrowE20 petrol Jul 08, 2026, 14:22 IST Ravi Bishnoi’s no-ball problem sums up India’s horrendous UK tour | Cricket News Annu Kapoor explains why he’ll work for less pay: ‘Character actors survive on good writing and memorable roles’ OFFSIDE: Lionel Messi and Argentina pull off another miracle comeback to bury Egypt ‘Vote Binface’ memes flood social media as major UK parties boycott Clacton by-election against Nigel Farage NEW DELHI: Shiv Sena (UBT) leader and Rajya Sabha member Sanjay Raut on Wednesday launched a sharp attack over the assault on women doctors and nurses at Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation Hospital and asked the chief minister to “worship” the home ministry portfolio he holds.In a post on X, Raut demanded strict punishment for the “Mindhe gang.””Honourable chief minister Devendra Fadnavis ji, please worship the home minister portfolio you hold! The angels in white clothes who served the people during the Corona period, those women doctors and nurses, are beaten inhumanely by the Mindhe gang’s thugs who barge into the hospital—is this the rule of law?” he asked.Raut further called on CM Fadnavis to “put handcuffs on all of them and parade them in the streets in just their underwear and vest!”This comes after Ramesh Mhatre came under scrutiny after CCTV footage purportedly showed him and several of his supporters assaulting doctors and hospital staff inside a municipal hospital in Maharashtra’s Kalyan.According to hospital officials, the incident stemmed from the treatment of a woman admitted to Shastrinagar Hospital for childbirth. Following a caesarean delivery, doctors found that the newborn required specialised medical care because the umbilical cord had been wrapped around the baby’s neck twice.As the hospital’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) was reportedly operating at full capacity, the attending doctors, Dr Srushti Baviskar and Dr Vaibhav Salunkhe, advised the family to shift the infant to another medical facility equipped to provide the required treatment.Meanwhile, Mhatre refuted all allegations of assaulting women doctors and nurses at a Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation (KDMC) hospital, saying the CCTV footage “may look that way” because of the camera angle. Mhatre asserted that he did not raise his hand against any medical staff during the visit.Speaking at a press conference, the Shiv Sena corporator expressed regret over the incident and alleged that the nurse was not listening to the grievances and was constantly speaking on her phone, after which he tapped her on the hand.”I express regret over the incident of assault that took place. I state with full confidence that I did not raise my hand against the female doctor. What appears in the CCTV footage might look that way due to the camera angle. I address her informally (using ‘tu’) because she is like a daughter to me. I am not even aware of whether she is married or not. While we were conversing, she kept talking on the phone and was not listening to our grievance; that is why I tapped her on the hand. We have been guided by Balasaheb’s teachings,” he said.”We have never raised a hand against women, nor will we ever do so in the future. The incident occurred due to systemic shortcomings within the hospital. We will strive to address those deficiencies. The individuals who prompted my visit there will provide further details regarding the entire incident. The people who had called me did not answer my calls. I arrived at the scene considering the gravity of the situation. They are the ones who will provide the full details,” he added.Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde also condemned the incident, saying a case has been registered and strict action will be taken against those found guilty.However, the opposition has torn into the Sena over the conduct of its corporator, alleging that the party is drunk on power.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. 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