India’s cancer crisis is worsening just as a PMJAY rule threatens to limit who can treat patients. The scheme now restricts experienced oncologists unless they hold specific degrees, potentially delaying care for many. While the government backs earlier detection and pushes down drug costs, public health demands revisiting PMJAY eligibility so vital specialists can work without unnecessary barriers.
Jet fuel prices for non-scheduled operators have jumped sharply, pushing up the cost of air ambulance services. As the price per litre rises from about INR 96 to around INR 217, fares for critical care and organ transport for transplants have almost doubled. The result: life-saving transfers increasingly become financially out of reach, echoing fallout beyond any single conflict.
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