Health Bulletin 09/May/2026

Among the 22.7 lakh candidates registered for NEET UG 2026 examination held on May 3, nearly 9.4 lakh aspirants came from just four states, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Rajasthan and Bihar.

According to the National Testing Agency (NTA)’s state-wise data for NEET-UG 2026, these four states together accounted for around 41.4% of the total candidates for the exam, as per a TOI report.

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41 percent of over 22 lakh NEET 2026 candidates came from just 4 states

MBBS Doctors Can Perform Ultrasounds After Six-Month Training: Bihar Govt

In a major decision, the Bihar Health Department has allowed MBBS doctors to perform ultrasound after completing six months of special training under the Pre-Conception and Pre-Natal Diagnostic Techniques Act (PCPNDT) Act 1994, and Rules 2014 and 2020.

As per the new directive, MBBS doctors will have to undergo 300 hours of training which will be conducted in all medical colleges across Bihar under the supervision of radiologists and gynaecologists.

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Bihar allows MBBS doctors to perform ultrasound after special 6-month training

AIIMS Introduces AI-Powered Smart Glasses to Assist Visually Impaired Students

In a significant step towards inclusive education and assistive healthcare, All India Institute of Medical Sciences has introduced AI-enabled smart vision glasses for visually impaired students across the Delhi-NCR region. The initiative has been launched through the Dr. Rajendra Prasad Centre for Ophthalmic Sciences in collaboration with Rotary members, with the aim of improving accessibility, independence and educational support for students with visual disabilities.

The wearable smart glasses use artificial intelligence to convert visual information into audio instructions, enabling users to read text, recognise objects, identify currency notes and navigate public spaces more confidently, according to Millennium Post.

Officials associated with the programme said nearly 1,700 visually impaired students are expected to benefit in phases. The devices are being distributed only after medical evaluation and orientation sessions to help students adapt to the technology effectively. Doctors at the ophthalmic sciences centre said the initiative could significantly improve mobility, learning opportunities and social inclusion for visually impaired students. AIIMS officials also noted that the long-term impact of the technology on rehabilitation and education outcomes will be closely studied.

Rs 200 Crore Granted to Faridabad Medical College Despite Infrastructure Complaints: RTI

Amid the ongoing controversy and allegations of inadequate infrastructure at Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Government Medical College, Faridabad, information obtained through a Right to Information (RTI) application has revealed that the medical college's condition remains poor despite receiving a substantial Rs 200 crore in funding.

The RTI application was filed by the Democratic Medical Association (DMA India) and it showed that since 2020, the college has received huge funding for different administrative purposes.

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RTI reveals Rs 200 crore funding to Faridabad's medical college amid infrastructure row