VK News Today https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html Sagittarius Horoscope Today, June 27, 2026: Work can still move, but you must stay practical Jun 27, 2026, 05:00 IST Brad Pitt and Edward Norton’s ‘Fight Club’ REUNION after 27 years sparks meme-fest; actors join Leonardo DiCaprio, Colin Farrell for USA vs Turkiye World Cup match -WATCH Scorpio Horoscope Today, June 27, 2026: This is an excellent day for business persons Government plans simpler import rule to cut medicine wastage | India News Jun 27, 2026, 04:10 IST Libra Horoscope Today, June 27, 2026: This isn’t the best time to buy a car Humble Re 1 retains coining glory despite rise of digital payments Hospitals told to make public their kidney transplant success rate NEW DELHI: Kidney transplant hospitals will now have to publish patient survival rates, deaths, graft failures and other long-term results, ending a system that left patients to choose where to undergo surgery without knowing how centres performed. The National Organ and Tissue Transplant Organisation (NOTTO) has directed transplant centres across the country to put the figures on their websites after BJP MP Captain Brijesh Chowta spotlighted the lack of transparency on transplant outcomes. NOTTO director Dr Anil Kumar directed state and UT authorities to ensure every transplant hospital prominently displays post-transplant outcome data on its website and submits complete and timely follow-up data to the National Organ and Tissue Transplant Registry. Hospitals have also been asked to give patients and their families or guardians full information about the procedures being undertaken — as well as its risks and likely outcomes — before taking consent. In his representation to the Union health minister, Captain Chowta had flagged gaps in tracking long-term outcomes of kidney transplant cases, citing a report submitted by two Mangaluru-based citizens. The MP said public attention largely focuses on successful transplants, while long-term complications, graft failures and post-transplant deaths remain inadequately tracked. The letter also highlighted the absence of a national registry to monitor long-term outcomes, arguing that greater transparency would help patients make informed decisions. Dr Anupam Roy, the additional director of nephrology and kidney transplant at Aakash Hospital in Dwarka, Delhi, said: “Making transplant outcomes public is a landmark step towards transparency and accountability. It will empower patients with objective information… However, these results must be interpreted in the context of patient complexity and risk profile”. NOTTO said 824 transplant centres are currently linked to the organ and tissue transplant registry and are required to record transplant and follow-up data through designated login credentials. Comprehensive reporting, the organisation said, would strengthen monitoring of transplant outcomes, improve traceability and support evidence-based policy decisions. Under the standard reporting format, hospitals will have to disclose the number and percentage of patients alive, deaths, graft failures and patients lost to follow-up at discharge — six months, one year, three years and five years after the kidney transplantation.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 MediaVideosMaharashtra Govt Clears Ujjwal Nikam As Special Prosecutor In Ketan Agarwal Murder Case?Kejriwal Alleges Massive Embezzlement In Ayodhya Ram Mandir Donation RowWhy Did Bangladesh Choose Malaysia And China Before India?Why The Indian Army Still Relies On 60-Year-Old Cheetah, Chetal & Chetak Helicopters In Ladakh?Raut Backs Aaditya Thackeray’s Rise, Hints At Next Leadership In Party After Rebellion | WatchTrichy East Bypoll Buzz: DMK Chief Will MK Stalin Contest To Make Assembly Comeback?Major Anti-Naxal Success: Forces Recover Rs 24 Lakh, Rifles & Explosives From Maoist Dumps In BastarShashi Tharoor Raises Concerns Over Passport Status And Citizenship; Calls For Legal ReformKetan Agarwal Murder Case: Siya Goyal, Chetan Chowdhary Blame Each Other For ConspiracyOperation Amistad: India Airlifts Army Field Hospital, BHISHM Cubes Relief To Venezuela123PhotostoriesFrom sharing a PG with 5-6 girls, quitting her air hostess job due to back injury and facing a financial crisis: When Dipika Kakar spoke about her journeyFIFA World Cup 2026 underdog Cape Verde isn’t just making headlines on the field; where is it and what should travellers know10 baby girl names inspired by ‘legendary women’ in mythology across the world5 traditional things people used to clean utensils before dishwashing liquid existedMom-to-be Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s pink saree glow-up is the only fashion fairytale we’re here forRelationship lessons to take from Kajol and Ajay DevgnStunning pictures of Abu Dhabi’s Dar al Funoon ‘House of the Arts’Love quote of the day by Samantha Ruth Prabhu: ‘If you look for someone else to complete you, then it won’t go well’Monsoon Special: 9 deep-fried vegetarian Bengali snacks to enjoy with chaiYou share the bed, the house, but still feel empty? This silent syndrome could be wrecking your love life123Hot PicksIndia vs IrelandShamirpet TahsildarIndia Bullet trainFIFA world cup 2026India US Trade dealDelhi rape-murderMumbai local murderBrittany MahomesKetan Agarwal MurderTop TrendingDoug MartinShreyas IyerIndian Citizenship document proofFIFA World Cup 2026KEAM Rank List 2026Mumba Local Train MurderMEA PassportNandani BosmiyaMK StalinMumbai Local Train News Farah Khan reflects on 22 years with Shirish Kunder: ‘Romance disappears after marriage, but I can’t imagine life without him’ US military conducts strikes on Iran hours after Trump’s ‘foolish violation’ remark over Hormuz attack Homebuyers can seek relief for delay after possession: Supreme Court NEW DELHI: Taking possession of a flat would not bar homebuyers from raising complaints against real estate companies for deficiency in services. Supreme Court has held that homebuyers can approach consumer forums against developers to seek compensation for delayed possession even after taking custody of the flat. The SC set aside an order of National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (NCDRC) which had held that ahomebuyer ceases to be a consumer after taking possession of the flat and could not seek compensation for delay. SC also held that the arbitration clause in homebuyer-real estate company agreement would not block the former from approaching the consumer forum to raise grievances. Twenty-two years after a homebuyer got possession of his flat housing project in Dwarka in NCR, a bench of Justices Vikram Nath and V Mohana allowed his plea to seek compensation for delay in handing over the flat. It said the NCDRC’s reasoning “cannot be sustained”.“The appellant’s complaint was not for delivery of possession simpliciter. His grievance was that there had been delay in handing over possession of the flat and that he was entitled to compensation for such delay. A claim for compensation for delayed possession necessarily arises from the period prior to the actual delivery of possession. The subsequent receipt of possession cannot, by itself, extinguish the right of the allottee to seek adjudication of a claim for compensation for the alleged delay,“ the bench said. The bench revived the 2005 complaint filed by the homebuyer before the district consumer forum and asked it to decide within a year whether there was any delay. It also asked the forum to decide whether such delay was attributable to the respondent, whether the appellant had accepted possession unconditionally, and whether any compensation is payable. “The claim of the appellant for compensation on account of alleged delay in handing over possession has neither been accepted nor rejected after evidence. Equally, the defence of the respondent society has also not been examined on merits. These issues could not have been concluded at the threshold by holding that the appellant ceased to be a consumer merely because possession had been delivered before the complaint was filed. In such circumstances, it would not be appropriate for this court to record any finding on the factual controversy between the parties,” the bench said. Adjudicating on what should be given primacy – arbitration clause in agreement or Consumer Protection Act – the bench said the 1986 Act creates a special and additional remedy for consumers and the jurisdiction so conferred could not be displaced merely by reference to an arbitration agreement between the parties. “Once that mechanism is validly invoked and the complaint is admitted, the consumer cannot be driven out of that forum merely because the agreement between the parties contains an arbitration clause. A private contractual clause cannot be permitted to defeat the continued operation of a statutory remedy which Parliament has expressly made additional to other remedies under Section 3 of the 1986 Act,” it said.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosMaharashtra Govt Clears Ujjwal Nikam As Special Prosecutor In Ketan Agarwal Murder Case?Kejriwal Alleges Massive Embezzlement In Ayodhya Ram Mandir Donation RowWhy Did Bangladesh Choose Malaysia And China Before India?Why The Indian Army Still Relies On 60-Year-Old Cheetah, Chetal & Chetak Helicopters In Ladakh?Raut Backs Aaditya Thackeray’s Rise, Hints At Next Leadership In Party After Rebellion | WatchTrichy East Bypoll Buzz: DMK Chief Will MK Stalin Contest To Make Assembly Comeback?Major Anti-Naxal Success: Forces Recover Rs 24 Lakh, Rifles & Explosives From Maoist Dumps In BastarShashi Tharoor Raises Concerns Over Passport Status And Citizenship; Calls For Legal ReformKetan Agarwal Murder Case: Siya Goyal, Chetan Chowdhary Blame Each Other For ConspiracyOperation Amistad: India Airlifts Army Field Hospital, BHISHM Cubes Relief To Venezuela123PhotostoriesFrom sharing a PG with 5-6 girls, quitting her air hostess job due to back injury and facing a financial crisis: When Dipika Kakar spoke about her journeyFIFA World Cup 2026 underdog Cape Verde isn’t just making headlines on the field; where is it and what should travellers know10 baby girl names inspired by ‘legendary women’ in mythology across the world5 traditional things people used to clean utensils before dishwashing liquid existedMom-to-be Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s pink saree glow-up is the only fashion fairytale we’re here forRelationship lessons to take from Kajol and Ajay DevgnStunning pictures of Abu Dhabi’s Dar al Funoon ‘House of the Arts’Love quote of the day by Samantha Ruth Prabhu: ‘If you look for someone else to complete you, then it won’t go well’Monsoon Special: 9 deep-fried vegetarian Bengali snacks to enjoy with chaiYou share the bed, the house, but still feel empty? This silent syndrome could be wrecking your love life123Hot PicksIndia vs IrelandShamirpet TahsildarIndia Bullet trainFIFA world cup 2026India US Trade dealDelhi rape-murderMumbai local murderBrittany MahomesKetan Agarwal MurderTop TrendingDoug MartinShreyas IyerIndian Citizenship document proofFIFA World Cup 2026KEAM Rank List 2026Mumba Local Train MurderMEA PassportNandani BosmiyaMK StalinMumbai Local Train News Virgo Horoscope Today, June 27, 2026: At work, your rising confidence helps Ex-Google techie left Rs 4.2 crore job to start a barbecue restaurant, now earns Rs 21.7 crore | Nigerian proverb of the day: “A person who stares at the gutter for a long time will kill fish” and a lesson in patience, persistence and reward | World News 2 states, 2 different rules for registration of doctors NEW DELHI: Two states have come up with two different models when it comes to allowing doctors to practise in their jurisdiction. While Andhra Pradesh has facilitated interstate practice, Maharashtra has retained verification safeguards, reviving debate over a national registration framework for medical practitioners. On June 11, Andhra Pradesh govt allowed doctors registered with any State or Union Territory Medical Council to practise in the state without obtaining a separate registration or No Objection Certificate (NOC). The move, part of state’s deregulation reforms, removed a long-standing requirement that often delayed doctors moving across states. Days earlier, on June 5, Maharashtra Medical Council adopted a different approach. It removed the need for doctors to obtain an NOC themselves but retained registration and verification requirements. The council now directly seeks verification from the parent state council and grants provisional registration pending clearance. AP Medical Council member Dr Daggumati Sreehari Rao said the order does not eliminate oversight. Doctors from other states will still have to apply online, disclose their registration details and declare any disciplinary proceedings against them. The council will verify these details with the parent state council before permitting medical practice. Rao said detailed procedures for the system are still being finalised. The debate has gained momentum since National Medical Commission examined a proposal to allow Armed Forces Medical Services doctors, who are frequently transferred, to practise nationwide on the basis of a single registration. Supporters of the stance say multiple state registrations create unnecessary barriers for doctors. RTI activist Dr Babu V said Andhra Pradesh’s decision could provide a template for wider reform. “Disallowing doctors from serving where they are needed because of bureaucratic registration requirements is not in the best interests of patients or the nation. If NMC can consider nationwide practice rights for armed forces doctors, the same principle can be extended to all registered doctors,” he said. IMA president Dr Anil Kumar J Nayak, however, cautioned against removing verification safeguards. “Registration can be simplified, but accountability cannot be compromised. Verification is important to identify doctors facing disciplinary action elsewhere,” he said.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 MediaVideosMaharashtra Govt Clears Ujjwal Nikam As Special Prosecutor In Ketan Agarwal Murder Case?Kejriwal Alleges Massive Embezzlement In Ayodhya Ram Mandir Donation RowWhy Did Bangladesh Choose Malaysia And China Before India?Why The Indian Army Still Relies On 60-Year-Old Cheetah, Chetal & Chetak Helicopters In Ladakh?Raut Backs Aaditya Thackeray’s Rise, Hints At Next Leadership In Party After Rebellion | WatchTrichy East Bypoll Buzz: DMK Chief Will MK Stalin Contest To Make Assembly Comeback?Major Anti-Naxal Success: Forces Recover Rs 24 Lakh, Rifles & Explosives From Maoist Dumps In BastarShashi Tharoor Raises Concerns Over Passport Status And Citizenship; Calls For Legal ReformKetan Agarwal Murder Case: Siya Goyal, Chetan Chowdhary Blame Each Other For ConspiracyOperation Amistad: India Airlifts Army Field Hospital, BHISHM Cubes Relief To Venezuela123PhotostoriesFrom sharing a PG with 5-6 girls, quitting her air hostess job due to back injury and facing a financial crisis: When Dipika Kakar spoke about her journeyFIFA World Cup 2026 underdog Cape Verde isn’t just making headlines on the field; where is it and what should travellers know10 baby girl names inspired by ‘legendary women’ in mythology across the world5 traditional things people used to clean utensils before dishwashing liquid existedMom-to-be Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s pink saree glow-up is the only fashion fairytale we’re here forRelationship lessons to take from Kajol and Ajay DevgnStunning pictures of Abu Dhabi’s Dar al Funoon ‘House of the Arts’Love quote of the day by Samantha Ruth Prabhu: ‘If you look for someone else to complete you, then it won’t go well’Monsoon Special: 9 deep-fried vegetarian Bengali snacks to enjoy with chaiYou share the bed, the house, but still feel empty? This silent syndrome could be wrecking your love life123Hot PicksIndia vs IrelandShamirpet TahsildarIndia Bullet trainFIFA world cup 2026India US Trade dealDelhi rape-murderMumbai local murderBrittany MahomesKetan Agarwal MurderTop TrendingDoug MartinShreyas IyerIndian Citizenship document proofFIFA World Cup 2026KEAM Rank List 2026Mumba Local Train MurderMEA PassportNandani BosmiyaMK StalinMumbai Local Train News ‘Stranger Things’ stars Millie Bobby Brown and David Harbour to REUNITE; to play estranged father-daughter in NEW OTT series by ‘Adolescence’ co-creator Jack Thorne NFL Trade Rumor: Tennessee Titans and Pittsburgh Steelers emerge as top landing spots for $42M Indianapolis Colts RB Jackson Labs loses licences over Rajasthan maternal deaths | India News Abhishek Bachchan and Karisma Kapoor’s wedding was called off over prenuptial agreement, claims journo: ‘Babita was against the marriage’ | Hindi Movie News Leo Horoscope Today, June 27, 2026: Save first, then enjoy family time without carrying old worries Beijing expands Indian Ocean footprint with Bangladesh port deal BJP saving big fish, Supreme Court must monitor probe: Congress | India News Billionaire Chamath Palihapitiya speaks about H-1B, says ‘I am irrelevant’ but Elon Musk came to US on this visa Nitin Nabin discusses digital public infrastructure, clean energy with envoys of 23 EU countries (Image/ANI) NEW DELHI: Rapid expansion of digital public infrastructure to empower citizens and India’s growing focus on clean energy, AI and semiconductor development were at the centre of BJP president Nitin Nabin’s interaction with mission heads of 23 European Union countries. This was the first meeting exclusively focusing on EU members since the party launched its outreach to the outside world under its “Know BJP” programme in 2022. Nabin highlighted BJP’s political trajectory, organisational structure and growth and various development milestones India has achieved under PM Modi. “With the India-EU FTA marking a new chapter in our partnership, we deliberated on future avenues of deeper collaboration between the EU and India,” he saidGet the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosMaharashtra Govt Clears Ujjwal Nikam As Special Prosecutor In Ketan Agarwal Murder Case?Kejriwal Alleges Massive Embezzlement In Ayodhya Ram Mandir Donation RowWhy Did Bangladesh Choose Malaysia And China Before India?Why The Indian Army Still Relies On 60-Year-Old Cheetah, Chetal & Chetak Helicopters In Ladakh?Raut Backs Aaditya Thackeray’s Rise, Hints At Next Leadership In Party After Rebellion | WatchTrichy East Bypoll Buzz: DMK Chief Will MK Stalin Contest To Make Assembly Comeback?Major Anti-Naxal Success: Forces Recover Rs 24 Lakh, Rifles & Explosives From Maoist Dumps In BastarShashi Tharoor Raises Concerns Over Passport Status And Citizenship; Calls For Legal ReformKetan Agarwal Murder Case: Siya Goyal, Chetan Chowdhary Blame Each Other For ConspiracyOperation Amistad: India Airlifts Army Field Hospital, BHISHM Cubes Relief To Venezuela123PhotostoriesFrom sharing a PG with 5-6 girls, quitting her air hostess job due to back injury and facing a financial crisis: When Dipika Kakar spoke about her journeyFIFA World Cup 2026 underdog Cape Verde isn’t just making headlines on the field; where is it and what should travellers know10 baby girl names inspired by ‘legendary women’ in mythology across the world5 traditional things people used to clean utensils before dishwashing liquid existedMom-to-be Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s pink saree glow-up is the only fashion fairytale we’re here forRelationship lessons to take from Kajol and Ajay DevgnStunning pictures of Abu Dhabi’s Dar al Funoon ‘House of the Arts’Love quote of the day by Samantha Ruth Prabhu: ‘If you look for someone else to complete you, then it won’t go well’Monsoon Special: 9 deep-fried vegetarian Bengali snacks to enjoy with chaiYou share the bed, the house, but still feel empty? 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The annual Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) data of 2025, unveiled by Union home minister Amit Shah, reveals a record 305 dronerelated cases yielding 468 kg of high-purity contraband, turning the skies above Punjab into the theatre of a rapidly evolving multi-front crisis. This represents a staggering 98% increase in contraband quantity over the previous year and a massive 100-fold increase in drone incidents since 2021, when only three cases were registered. The India-Pakistan border remains the hub of this aerial onslaught, with Punjab single-handedly accounting for 298 of the 305 drone-related incidents, primarily involving high-purity heroin and methamphetamine. Also, pharmaceutical drug diversion has experienced an overall 77% increase between 2021 and 2025. Yearly seizures peaked dramatically at 2,43,111 kg before settling down marginally at 2,37,390 kg. Punjab has become fertile ground for a dangerous “second wave” of substance abuse, leading all states with a massive seizure of 8,95,508 codeine-based cough syrup bottles alongside rampant illegal distribution of buprenorphine, tramadol andalprazolam. While skies are increasingly monitored, traditional land-based smuggling via courier and postal networks continues to present a stubborn challenge; despite a stabilisation in case numbers to 174 incidents, the volume of seized contraband through postal channels stood at 972 kg. The NCB report cites the growth of clandestine synthetic drug laboratories as well, even as it dismantled 30 secret manufacturing labs — surpassing the combined total of the previous three years — and arrested 102 individuals. Data reveals that these facilities, heavily concentrated across Maharashtra, Rajasthan, and Madhya Pradesh, were primarily churning out mass quantities of mephedrone, ephedrine, and illicit psychotropic tablets. To counter these sprawling networks, authorities have significantly diversified their strategy by cracking down on the international networks and financial backbones powering these cartels. As many as 747 foreign nationals were arrested for drug trafficking operations, with the highest concentration of operatives hailing from Nepal (203), Nigeria (146), and Myanmar (97). In tandem with these arrests, the NCB has aggressively pivoted from simple physical interdictions to a “followthe-money” enforcement strategy. Financial investigations escalated sharply to 1,356 cases, successfully freezing or seizing an unprecedented Rs 836 crore in cartel assets—a massive leap from the Rs 164.93 crore seized five years prior. This financial squeeze is reinforced by an aggressive deployment of the PITNDPS Act, under which preventive detention orders against high-level financiers and kingpins jumped more than sevenfold to 810 detention orders, cementing a systemic shift toward permanently dismantling the economic ecosystem of organised crime.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorRaj Shekhar JhaRaj Shekhar Jha is a journalist for the Times of India with over a decade of experience in reporting on national security, terrorism, crime and prisons.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosMaharashtra Govt Clears Ujjwal Nikam As Special Prosecutor In Ketan Agarwal Murder Case?Kejriwal Alleges Massive Embezzlement In Ayodhya Ram Mandir Donation RowWhy Did Bangladesh Choose Malaysia And China Before India?Why The Indian Army Still Relies On 60-Year-Old Cheetah, Chetal & Chetak Helicopters In Ladakh?Raut Backs Aaditya Thackeray’s Rise, Hints At Next Leadership In Party After Rebellion | WatchTrichy East Bypoll Buzz: DMK Chief Will MK Stalin Contest To Make Assembly Comeback?Major Anti-Naxal Success: Forces Recover Rs 24 Lakh, Rifles & Explosives From Maoist Dumps In BastarShashi Tharoor Raises Concerns Over Passport Status And Citizenship; Calls For Legal ReformKetan Agarwal Murder Case: Siya Goyal, Chetan Chowdhary Blame Each Other For ConspiracyOperation Amistad: India Airlifts Army Field Hospital, BHISHM Cubes Relief To Venezuela123PhotostoriesFrom sharing a PG with 5-6 girls, quitting her air hostess job due to back injury and facing a financial crisis: When Dipika Kakar spoke about her journeyFIFA World Cup 2026 underdog Cape Verde isn’t just making headlines on the field; where is it and what should travellers know10 baby girl names inspired by ‘legendary women’ in mythology across the world5 traditional things people used to clean utensils before dishwashing liquid existedMom-to-be Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s pink saree glow-up is the only fashion fairytale we’re here forRelationship lessons to take from Kajol and Ajay DevgnStunning pictures of Abu Dhabi’s Dar al Funoon ‘House of the Arts’Love quote of the day by Samantha Ruth Prabhu: ‘If you look for someone else to complete you, then it won’t go well’Monsoon Special: 9 deep-fried vegetarian Bengali snacks to enjoy with chaiYou share the bed, the house, but still feel empty? This silent syndrome could be wrecking your love life123Hot PicksIndia vs IrelandShamirpet TahsildarIndia Bullet trainFIFA world cup 2026India US Trade dealDelhi rape-murderMumbai local murderBrittany MahomesKetan Agarwal MurderTop TrendingDoug MartinShreyas IyerIndian Citizenship document proofFIFA World Cup 2026KEAM Rank List 2026Mumba Local Train MurderMEA PassportNandani BosmiyaMK StalinMumbai Local Train News Mithun Chakraborty and Sridevi ‘lived together as a married couple for three months,’ claims senior journalist: ‘Everyone knew’ Taurus Horoscope Today, June 27, 2026: Savings look better than risky moves today SIR now makes its way into NCERT Class IX textbook Japanese proverb of the day: “The reputation of a thousand years may be determined by the conduct of one hour” and a lesson in reputation, character and self-control | World News MHA moving fast to set up exclusive NDPS courts: Amit Shah | India News Burmese proverb of the day: “A real chilli, seven fathoms under water, will still taste hot” reminds us how true character shines through all situations Army, in coordination with IAF, launches Operation Amistad to rush medical contingent to quake-hit Venezuela NEW DELHI: Becoming one of the first responders to the devastating earthquakes that struck northern Venezuela, the Indian Army, in coordination with the Indian Air Force (IAF), has launched Operation Amistad, deploying a specialised medical contingent to support humanitarian relief efforts in the affected region.The medical team from 60 Para Field Hospital departed on Friday from the Hindon air force station and is currently en route to Venezuela aboard two IAF aircraft.In a post on X, foreign minister S Jaishankar posted, “Operation Amistad underway. Two IAF C17s took-off today for Venezuela with urgent assistance to support their post-earthquake relief efforts. The assistance contains an Indian Army Field Hospital Unit and over 35 tons of relief supplies, medicines and medical equipment, including two BHISHM Cubes. India is committed to support the Govt and people of Venezuela in this difficult time.”The contingent comprises 41 personnel, including nine medical officers, and is equipped to provide emergency medical care, trauma management, life-saving surgical support and other essential healthcare services to those affected by the earthquake.The team is carrying approximately 6 tonnes of medical stores and humanitarian relief supplies provided by MEA. In addition, one of the two aircraft is transporting a BHISHM Cube (Bharat Health Initiative for Sahyog, Hita & Maitri) under India’s Aarogya Maitri Project. The BHISHM Cube is a state-of-the-art, indigenous, rapidly deployable modular medical facility designed specifically for disaster and humanitarian response.Comprising compact, self-contained medical modules, it can be quickly assembled into a fully functional field hospital capable of delivering advanced trauma care, emergency surgeries, intensive care support and essential medical treatment for up to 200 patients. Equipped with portable ventilators, patient monitors, diagnostic equipment, surgical instruments, power generation and oxygen support systems, the BHISHM Cube significantly enhances India’s capability to provide swift and effective medical assistance during humanitarian crises anywhere in the world.The dispatch of the medical contingent under Op Amistad reflects India’s enduring commitment to humanitarian assistance and disaster relief and its readiness to extend timely support to friendly nations in times of crisis.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosMaharashtra Govt Clears Ujjwal Nikam As Special Prosecutor In Ketan Agarwal Murder Case?Kejriwal Alleges Massive Embezzlement In Ayodhya Ram Mandir Donation RowWhy Did Bangladesh Choose Malaysia And China Before India?Why The Indian Army Still Relies On 60-Year-Old Cheetah, Chetal & Chetak Helicopters In Ladakh?Raut Backs Aaditya Thackeray’s Rise, Hints At Next Leadership In Party After Rebellion | WatchTrichy East Bypoll Buzz: DMK Chief Will MK Stalin Contest To Make Assembly Comeback?Major Anti-Naxal Success: Forces Recover Rs 24 Lakh, Rifles & Explosives From Maoist Dumps In BastarShashi Tharoor Raises Concerns Over Passport Status And Citizenship; Calls For Legal ReformKetan Agarwal Murder Case: Siya Goyal, Chetan Chowdhary Blame Each Other For ConspiracyOperation Amistad: India Airlifts Army Field Hospital, BHISHM Cubes Relief To Venezuela123PhotostoriesFrom sharing a PG with 5-6 girls, quitting her air hostess job due to back injury and facing a financial crisis: When Dipika Kakar spoke about her journeyFIFA World Cup 2026 underdog Cape Verde isn’t just making headlines on the field; where is it and what should travellers know10 baby girl names inspired by ‘legendary women’ in mythology across the world5 traditional things people used to clean utensils before dishwashing liquid existedMom-to-be Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s pink saree glow-up is the only fashion fairytale we’re here forRelationship lessons to take from Kajol and Ajay DevgnStunning pictures of Abu Dhabi’s Dar al Funoon ‘House of the Arts’Love quote of the day by Samantha Ruth Prabhu: ‘If you look for someone else to complete you, then it won’t go well’Monsoon Special: 9 deep-fried vegetarian Bengali snacks to enjoy with chaiYou share the bed, the house, but still feel empty? 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