National Medical Commission Seeks Input on Medical Student Well-being
The National Task Force established by NMC’s Anti-Ragging Cell will hold a meeting to gather input from students, parents, and student associations. Those interested in participating can register through a Google Form by May 25, 2024.
“Kerala’s Educational Revolution: 13,000 Teachers Trained in AI”
In a significant stride towards modernizing education, 13,000 high school and higher secondary teachers have undergone specialized artificial intelligence (AI) training, led by the Kerala Government’s Department of Public Education and KITE.
New Guidelines for Head of Department Appointments in Central Government Hospitals
These guidelines aim to create a more transparent and standardized selection process for HoDs. The emphasis on eligibility and qualifications aims to ensure qualified leadership for these departments.
Pharmacy Council of India Clarifies Role in Recent Arrests
The PCI has clarified that it is the State Pharmacy Councils that handle pharmacist registration, not the PCI. In UP, the Uttar Pradesh State Pharmacy Council, under the Department of Health and Family Welfare, oversees pharmacist registration.
New Appeal Process and Fees Announced by National Medical Commission
The NMC has introduced a uniform fee system for presenting appeals to its against decisions of any boards. Additionally, all appeals must now be submitted electronically via email to ‘nmc_appeal@nmc.org.in’ addressed to “Secretary, NMC”.
UGC clarification regarding publishing of map of lndia in conformity with maps provided by survey of lndia
Whosoever publishes a map of lndia, which is not in conformity with the maps of lndia as published by Survey of lndia, shall be punishable with imprisonment which may extend to six months, or with fine, or with both.
UGC directions for promotion of Public Private Partnership (PPP) beginner’s e-course among official dealing with infrastructure projects.
The Higher Educational Institutions are requested to widely disseminate the information and request students, faculty members and other staff to join this course.
NMC Warns Public Of Impersonator
An individual using the mobile number +917050392639 is falsely claiming to be Dr. B.N. Gangadhar, Chairman of the NMC. The public is advised to avoid any communication with this individual.
NBEMS Extends Registration Deadline for Formative Assessment Test (FAT-2023)
The last date for trainee registration was previously fixed for May 15, 2024. This deadline has now been extended to May 20th, 2024 (until 11:55 PM).
Foreign Medical Graduates Get Two-Year Extension for Internship in India
NMC received requests from medical councils and FMGs citing challenges in securing internship placements. Therefore, the NMC has decided to extend the deadline for FMGs to complete their internships. The extended deadline for FMGs is now fixed for May 2026.
