Hospitals
Apollo Hospitals bets on expansion, clinical edge to maintain lead
Apollo Hospitals plans to add 1,500 beds in the next 12-18 months to strengthen its lead in India’s private healthcare market. The company reported strong FY26 growth across hospitals, diagnostics and pharmacy businesses, aided by expansion and clinical specialization.
2 min read20 May 2026Apollo Hospitals Q4 Results: Net profit rises 36% YoY to ₹529 crore, announces final dividend of ₹10 per share
Apollo Hospitals Enterprise reported strong financial growth for Q4 and FY26, with a 36% YoY increase in net profit to ₹529 crore and an 18% rise in revenue to ₹6,605 crore. EBITDA also grew by 31.5% YoY to ₹1,011 crore.
2 min read20 May 2026India sets new ICU standards; specifies levels, bed strength, specialist qualifications
The health ministry has issued the country's first-ever ICU classification guidelines, dividing intensive care units into three levels with defined bed strength, equipment, and specialist qualifications.
2 min read7 May 2026The health insurance trilemma: who pays, who earns, who saves
The insurer that trusts good hospitals retains them. The hospital that bills responsibly earns faster approvals. The customer who engages honestly pays lower premiums.
3 min read27 Apr 2026Premji Invest backs Maharashtra-based hospital chain NewEra Hospitals
Premji Invest has funded NewEra Hospitals to expand its Maharashtra footprint from 350 to 800 beds. The capital will help launch three new facilities in Nagpur to bridge regional quaternary healthcare gaps.
1 min read23 Apr 2026India in a first sets fees for medical device testing and certification, moves away from market-driven mode
India is introducing a standardized fee structure for medical device testing to replace inconsistent market rates and enhance manufacturing traceability.
2 min read13 Apr 2026Resident doctors begin six-day strike in England: Here’s why they are protesting
Resident doctors in England began a six-day strike on Tuesday after rejecting the government's pay offer. The National Health Service advised patients to come forward to seek treatment. However, the services are likely to create disruptions for many
3 min read7 Apr 2026Manipal Health IPO: Temasek-backed hospital chain files DRHP with Sebi; fresh issue size at ₹8000 crore
Upcoming IPO: Manipal Health is seeking to raise as much as $1 billion via the IPO and is targeting a valuation of up to $13 billion. The offer is a mix of fresh issue and offer for sale.
2 min read24 Mar 2026Nuvama sees 37% upside in this healthcare stock. Should you buy?
Park Medi World is set to benefit from India's hospital bed shortage and growth in Tier II markets. Nuvama initiated coverage with a 'Buy' rating and a target price of ₹280, projecting a 37% upside. The company aims to expand bed capacity significantly by FY28.
2 min read11 Mar 2026Novo Holdings scales up India bets with bigger cheques, focus on mature healthcare assets
The life sciences investor is increasing ticket sizes and doubling down on speciality care and healthcare services as India emerges as a key deployment market in Asia.
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