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Time of India
5 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
1,939 Nursing Officers selected in NORCET 2025; AIIMS Delhi fills 595 posts
New Delhi: AIIMS New Delhi conducted the Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test (NORCET) 2025 for all AIIMS, including new AIIMS set up under the Pradhan Mantri Swasthyya Suraksha Yojna and other participating Central Government Hospitals under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare , said the ministry in an official release. According to the release, a total of around 2,000 vacancies of Nursing Officers were advertised, including around 600 vacancies pertaining to AIIMS, New Delhi and 300 vacancies of AIIMS-CAPFIMS (Central Armed Forces Institute of Medical Sciences). The results were declared in May 2025, out of 1,939 candidates selected 595 Nursing officers (NOs) have been selected for AIIMS, New Delhi and 288 NOs for AIIMS-CAPFIMS. Recognizing the critical need for regular staffing in Hospitals, the NORCET examination--earlier conducted once a year--is now being held twice annually to ensure timely recruitment and uninterrupted patient care services. This policy shift aligns with the strategic planning of AIIMS and the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare. Meanwhile, on Friday, Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare, Jagat Prakash Nadda, virtually addressed the first edition of the Conclave on "Best Practices" The two-day conclave was organised by the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Nagpur. According to a release from the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the two-day Conclave seeks to showcase exemplary practices adopted by various AIIMS institutions, focusing on patient-centric care , operational efficiency, digital transformation, and academic excellence. AIIMS institutes from across the country (AIIMS Bhopal, AIIMS Jammu, AIIMS Bilaspur, AIIMS Jodhpur, AIIMS Nagpur, AIIMS Deoghar, AIIMS Patna, AIIMS Gorakhpur, AIIMS Guwahati, AIIMS Raipur) , along with the Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana (PMSSY) division and the Ministry of Defence, collaborated in the conclave. Union Health Secretary, Ms. Punya Salila Srivastava, delivered the opening address at the event. In his address, underlining the significance of All India Institutes of Medical Sciences, Union Minister JP Nadda stated that "each AIIMS, established as an Institute of National Importance, integrates advanced clinical care, high-quality medical education and research excellence. Strategically located to address regional disparities, every AIIMS serves as a Centre of healthcare innovation and learning, delivering equitable, affordable and evidence-based healthcare services. These institutions reflect the Government's commitment to strengthening public health systems, raising standards of care and nurturing a new generation of healthcare leaders." (ANI)
India Gazette
5 days ago
- Health
- India Gazette
1,939 Nursing Officers selected in NORCET 2025; AIIMS Delhi fills 595 posts
New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): AIIMS New Delhi conducted the Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test (NORCET) 2025 for all AIIMS, including new AIIMS set up under the Pradhan Mantri Swasthyya Suraksha Yojna and other participating Central Government Hospitals under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, said the ministry in an official release. According to the release, a total of around 2,000 vacancies of Nursing Officers were advertised, including around 600 vacancies pertaining to AIIMS, New Delhi and 300 vacancies of AIIMS-CAPFIMS (Central Armed Forces Institute of Medical Sciences). The results were declared in May 2025, out of 1,939 candidates selected 595 Nursing officers (NOs) have been selected for AIIMS, New Delhi and 288 NOs for AIIMS-CAPFIMS. Recognizing the critical need for regular staffing in Hospitals, the NORCET examination--earlier conducted once a year--is now being held twice annually to ensure timely recruitment and uninterrupted patient care services. This policy shift aligns with the strategic planning of AIIMS and the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare. Meanwhile, on Friday, Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare, Jagat Prakash Nadda, virtually addressed the first edition of the Conclave on 'Best Practices' The two-day conclave was organised by the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Nagpur. According to a release from the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the two-day Conclave seeks to showcase exemplary practices adopted by various AIIMS institutions, focusing on patient-centric care, operational efficiency, digital transformation, and academic excellence. AIIMS institutes from across the country (AIIMS Bhopal, AIIMS Jammu, AIIMS Bilaspur, AIIMS Jodhpur, AIIMS Nagpur, AIIMS Deoghar, AIIMS Patna, AIIMS Gorakhpur, AIIMS Guwahati, AIIMS Raipur) , along with the Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana (PMSSY) division and the Ministry of Defence, collaborated in the conclave. Union Health Secretary, Ms. Punya Salila Srivastava, delivered the opening address at the event. In his address, underlining the significance of All India Institutes of Medical Sciences, Union Minister JP Nadda stated that 'each AIIMS, established as an Institute of National Importance, integrates advanced clinical care, high-quality medical education and research excellence. Strategically located to address regional disparities, every AIIMS serves as a Centre of healthcare innovation and learning, delivering equitable, affordable and evidence-based healthcare services. These institutions reflect the Government's commitment to strengthening public health systems, raising standards of care and nurturing a new generation of healthcare leaders.' (ANI)
India Gazette
13-06-2025
- Health
- India Gazette
Union Health Minister JP Nadda inaugurates 1st edition of 'Conclave on Best Practices' at AIIMS Nagpur
New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare, Jagat Prakash Nadda, virtually addressed the first edition of the Conclave on 'Best Practices' on Friday. The two-day conclave was organised by the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Nagpur. According to a release from the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the two-day Conclave seeks to showcase exemplary practices adopted by various AIIMS institutions, focusing on patient-centric care, operational efficiency, digital transformation, and academic excellence. AIIMS institutes from across the country (AIIMS Bhopal, AIIMS Jammu, AIIMS Bilaspur, AIIMS Jodhpur, AIIMS Nagpur, AIIMS Deoghar, AIIMS Patna, AIIMS Gorakhpur, AIIMS Guwahati, AIIMS Raipur) , along with the Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana (PMSSY) division and the Ministry of Defence, collaborated in the conclave. Union Health Secretary, Ms. Punya Salila Srivastava, delivered the opening address at the event. In his address, underlining the significance of All India Institutes of Medical Sciences, Union Minister Nadda stated that 'each AIIMS, established as an Institute of National Importance, integrates advanced clinical care, high-quality medical education and research excellence. Strategically located to address regional disparities, every AIIMS serves as a Centre of healthcare innovation and learning, delivering equitable, affordable and evidence-based healthcare services. These institutions reflect the Government's commitment to strengthening public health systems, raising standards of care and nurturing a new generation of healthcare leaders.' Nadda emphasised the importance of sharing the best practices and innovations of each new AIIMS with other AIIMS for their wider adoption and utilisation. He also commended AIIMS Nagpur for 'taking a lead and organising the first conclave on best practices'. Highlighting the importance of the Conclave, Nadda stated that 'this Conclave is a pioneering initiative that seeks to consolidate rich experiences of new AIIMS in three key domains: teaching-learning and research; hospital services; and governance and patient convenience.' Nadda underlined the significant role played by AIIMS in readying doctors to meet future healthcare challenges. He also added that 'in the domain of teaching-learning, adoption of Competency Based Medical Education curriculum, investment in digital learning, state-of-the-art simulation laboratories and implementation of structured mentorship programs signal a deep commitment to educational excellence.' The Union Health Minister also highlighted that 'new AIIMS are increasingly contributing to India's scientific advancement through regionally relevant studies, ethical clinical trials and translational research. It is encouraging to see the efforts to foster interdisciplinary collaborations, as these will be a key to solving complex public health problems in the years to come.' 'AIIMS campuses are redefining patient care by offering high-quality, evidence-based and affordable treatment through advanced infrastructure and a wide spectrum of specialities. Use of e-governance tools, transparent administrative frameworks, and patient-focused innovations such as Jan Aushadhi Kendras, digital registration systems and dedicated helpdesks, demonstrate that efficiency and compassion can coexist in public healthcare settings', Nadda further added. In her address, Union Health Secretary, Punya Salila Srivastava stressed the importance of all the stakeholders to take forward the vision of the government of 'excellence in medical education and universal healthcare'. She underlined that institutional growth would depend on the leader's vision and encouraged all to learn from the best practices of other institutions. According to the release, Ankita Mishra Bundela, Joint Secretary (PMSSY), MoHFW, Executive Director AIIMS Nagpur, Dr Prashant P Joshi, senior officers from the Ministry, DG of Armed Forces Medical Services (Ministry of Defence), CIRA (Ministry of Defence), Executive Directors and senior administrators from various AIIMS across the country also attended the event. (ANI)
Belfast Telegraph
12-06-2025
- General
- Belfast Telegraph
At least 240 killed, including 53 British nationals, as London-bound plane crashes in flames
The plane – a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner – came down in a residential area, striking a doctors' hostel close to Ahmedabad airport in India, officials said. The Reuters news agency reported 217 adults and 11 children were on board the flight. There were no survivors, the police chief in Ahmedabad said. They told the BBC that 204 bodies have been recovered from the crash site. It is not known if all 204 were on the plane, or if some were on the ground when the plane crashed. Separately, India's federal health minister Jagat Prakash Nadda said that "many people" were killed. India's Federation of All India Medical Association said 50 to 60 students studying medicine were taken to hospital after the flight crashed into the doctors' hostel. The association says five students are missing, and at least two are in the intensive care unit. According to reports, the plane gave a mayday call to air traffic control after taking off, but then gave no response. Videos circulating online show the plane exploding as it hit the ground, sending a ball of flames above rooftops. Faiz Ahmed Kidwai, chief of India's directorate of civil aviation, said the plane crashed into a residential area called Meghani Nagar. There were 169 Indian nationals, 53 British nationals, one Canadian national and seven Portuguese nationals on board. The King said he was "desperately shocked" by the incident and Buckingham Palace said he was being kept updated on the developing situation. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said: "The scenes emerging of a London-bound plane carrying many British nationals crashing in the Indian city of Ahmedabad are devastating. "I am being kept updated as the situation develops, and my thoughts are with the passengers and their families at this deeply distressing time." We need your consent to load this Social Media content. We use a number of different Social Media outlets to manage extra content that can set cookies on your device and collect data about your activity. In a statement on X, India premier Narendra Modi said: "The tragedy in Ahmedabad has stunned and saddened us. It is heartbreaking beyond words. "In this sad hour, my thoughts are with everyone affected by it. Have been in touch with Ministers and authorities who are working to assist those affected." Flight tracking website Flightradar24 posted on social media platform X: "We are following reports of a crash of Air India flight #AI171 from Ahmedabad to London. "We received the last signal from the aircraft at 08:08:51 UTC (shortly before 9.09am BST), just seconds after take off. "The aircraft involved is a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner with registration VT-ANB." It added that the signal from the aircraft was lost "less than a minute after take-off". India's Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu says he is "shocked and devastated" at the crash. "We are on highest alert. I am personally monitoring the situation and have directed all aviation and emergency response agencies to take swift and coordinated action. "Rescue teams have been mobilised, and all efforts are being made to ensure medical aid and relief support are being rushed to the site. My thoughts and prayers are with all those on board and their families." News Catch Up - Thursday 12th June Air India's chairman, Natarajan Chandrasekaran, says "with profound sorrow I confirm that Air India Flight 171 operating Ahmedabad London Gatwick was involved in a tragic accident today". "Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with the families and loved ones of all those affected by this devastating event," he says. "At this moment, our primary focus is on supporting all the affected people and their families. "We are doing everything in our power to assist the emergency response teams at the site and to provide all necessary support and care to those impacted. "Further updates will be shared as we receive more verified information. An emergency centre has been activated and support team have been set up for families seeking information." Gatwick Airport confirmed the plane was due to land in London at 6.25pm UK time. In a statement on X, the airport said: "We can confirm that flight AI171 that crashed on departure from Ahmedabad Airport today was due to land at London Gatwick at 18:25." Air India was acquired by Tata Group from the Indian government in January 2022 after racking up billions of pounds of losses. The airline's UK operations are at Birmingham, Gatwick and Heathrow, with routes to a number of Indian cities such as Ahmedabad, Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru.
Miami Herald
12-06-2025
- General
- Miami Herald
London-bound passenger flight with hundreds on board crashes in India
LONDON - Many people are feared to have been killed after a plane bound for London's Gatwick airport carrying hundreds of people appeared to explode when it crashed shortly after take-off. India's federal Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda said in a statement on Thursday that "many people" were killed in the crash. Air India's chairman Natarajan Chandrasekaran described the incident as a "tragic accident" and a "devastating event" and said emergency response teams are at the site. A video of the incident, obtained by local media, shows the aircraft flying over a residential area before crashing, creating what appears to be a large explosion. Air India said the flight was departing from Ahmedabad Airport with 242 people onboard the Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft. The airline said 169 passengers are Indian nationals, 53 are British, one is Canadian and seven are Portuguese. In a statement, Chandrasekaran said: "With profound sorrow I confirm that Air India Flight 171 operating Ahmedabad London Gatwick was involved in a tragic accident today." "Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with the families and loved ones of all those affected by this devastating event." "At this moment, our primary focus is on supporting all the affected people and their families." "We are doing everything in our power to assist the emergency response teams at the site and to provide all necessary support and care to those impacted." He added: "An emergency centre has been activated and support team have been set up for families seeking information." Flight tracking website Flightradar24 posted on social media platform X: "We are following reports of a crash of Air India flight #AI171 from Ahmedabad to London." "We received the last signal from the aircraft [shortly before 0809 GMT], just seconds after take off." "The aircraft involved is a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner with registration VT-ANB." It added the signal from the aircraft was lost "less than a minute after take off." In a statement following the incident, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said: "The scenes emerging of a London-bound plane carrying many British nationals crashing in the Indian city of Ahmedabad are devastating." He added he is being kept updated as the situation develops. King Charles said he is also being updated on the incident. It is the first crash involving a Boeing 787 aircraft, according to the Aviation Safety Network database. Air India was acquired by Tata Group from the Indian government in January 2022 after racking up billions of dollars of losses. The airline's U.K. operations are at Birmingham, Gatwick and Heathrow airports, with routes to a number of Indian cities such as Ahmedabad, Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru. Recent analysis by the PA news agency found it was the worst airline for delays to flights from U.K. airports last year, with planes taking off by an average of more than 45 minutes later than scheduled. The airline has gained a poor reputation for delays and cancellations in recent years, partly caused by a lack of funds to purchase spare aircraft parts, which led to some of its fleet being grounded. The first flight of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft involved in the crash was in December 2013. The plane was delivered to Air India during the following month. ------------- Copyright (C) 2025, Tribune Content Agency, LLC. Portions copyrighted by the respective providers.
