Kerala

Kerala to Receive AIIMS at “appropriate time”, says Union Minister Nadda October 4, 2025 Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda stated that Kerala will receive an AIIMS at an “appropriate time and place,” and the Center is actively considering the proposal. Further, Kinalur in Kozhikode, Alappuzha, and Thrissur are being discussed as possible sites; the final decision on location is yet to be made

Aster DM Healthcare Launches INR 190 Cr, 264-Bed Multispecialty Hospital in Kasaragod October 3, 2025 Aster DM Healthcare has inaugurated Aster MIMS Kasaragod, a ₹190-crore, 264-bed multispecialty hospital equipped with advanced diagnostics and 61 ICU beds. Opened by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, the facility will offer 30+ specialties and create 600 jobs in Kerala’s northernmost district.

Prataprao Jadhav Launches DRAVYA Portal & AI Health Campaign September 23, 2025 Union Minister Prataprao Jadhav launched the DRAVYA portal, AI-ready health campaign, and integrative oncology initiatives at AIIA Goa on National Ayurveda Day, while Kerala unveiled 12 AYUSH projects, highlighting a nationwide push for tech-driven, digital, and preventive Ayurveda.

Kerala Allocates ₹124.63 Cr for Karunya Schemes & Adds to ₹7,708 Cr in Free Healthcare Support September 4, 2025 Kerala has sanctioned ₹124.63 Cr for the Karunya Arogya Suraksha Padhathi and Karunya Benevolent Fund. The state reports ₹7,708 Cr in free treatment provided to 25 lakh people over five years.

Kerala Startup Mykare Health Launches App for Affordable Health Savings August 27, 2025 Kerala-based startup has launched a Daily Health Savings App to help India’s underserved middle class prepare for medical expenses through small daily savings. The app offers flexible financial tools, emergency readiness, and access to healthcare support.

Kerala’s Government Medical Colleges to Focus on Healthtech & Medtech Innovations August 15, 2025 Kerala has approved setting up Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Development Centres (IEDCs) in government medical colleges. The move aims to integrate clinical insights with technological innovation for improved healthcare solutions.

KIMSHEALTH Launches Kerala’s First AI Smart Ambulance May 29, 2025 KIMSHEALTH unveils Kerala’s first AI-integrated ambulance with 5G, ECMO, and real-time monitoring in Thiruvananthapuram.

Steris Healthcare Expands South India Operations with New Distribution Hub in Kerala May 19, 2025 Mumbai-based Steris Healthcare has announced its foray into Kerala by launching a new distribution center, marking a key milestone in its South India expansion strategy.

Kerala Launches Digital Payment & OP Booking Systems in Govt Hospitals April 7, 2025 Kerala government rolls out a digital payment system and online healthcare services in government hospitals, aiming to enhance convenience and efficiency for patients.

Kerala Health Minister Urges Action Against Online Sale of Unauthorised Medicines April 3, 2025 Health Minister Veena George calls for stringent measures against the online purchase of unauthorized medicines, emphasizing patient safety and regulatory compliance.

Kerala CM Announces INR 350 Cr Tech Hub for Healthcare & Other Sectors March 25, 2025 Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has announced the establishment of a INR 350 Cr Emerging Technology Hub in Thiruvananthapuram, aimed at leveraging AI primarily in healthcare, along with agriculture, defence, and renewable energy. The project, spearheaded by the Kerala Startup Mission, will be set up on a three-acre site in Technocity, the state's technology hub.

Kerala Introduces Robotic Surgery & Cancer Grid for Advanced Cancer Care March 18, 2025 Kerala government introduces robotic-assisted surgery for cancer treatment, enhancing precision, reducing recovery time, and improving patient outcomes in oncology care.