The Latest Breaking News from KIMS

Who owns your hospitals? Private equity’s growing grip on Kerala’s healthcare

When Chazhikattu Hospital was set up in Thodupuzha municipality in Idukki district in 1933, health facilities were rare in the area. What began as a nursing home under Dr CK Stephen grew over the years into a reputed private hospital run by his family. The family’s establishment survived for 91…

Newslaundry · Jul 4

SIP in stocks or mutual funds: Which strategy offers better returns?

Should investors choose SIPs in stocks or mutual funds? According to Hercules Advisors founder Aditya Shah, while direct equities may offer higher returns, they demand constant monitoring and carry greater risks. For senior citizens and passive investors, diversified mutual funds with professional management and appropriate asset allocation can be a…

The Economic Times · Jul 2

Beyond the hype: 5 under-the-radar stocks common across India's 3 largest smallcap portfolios

India's top three smallcap mutual funds, managing over Rs 1.5 lakh crore, show strong consensus by holding five under-the-radar stocks across their portfolios. These include Kalpataru Projects International, KIMS, City Union Bank, PVR Inox, and Carborundum Universal, collectively representing 5.34% of their combined assets.

The Economic Times · Jun 17

Entrepreneur builds NICU/SNCU for KIMS

To cater to the advanced healthcare requirements for the newborns, entrepreneur V.S.V. Prasad has built NICU (Neo Natal Intensive Care Unit)/ SNCU (Special Newborn Care Unit) at a cost of ₹1.5 crore at Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS) and the hi-tech facility will be formally handed over to KIMS…

The Hindu · Mar 9, 2024

Soaring with pelicans and gliders on the casual Central Coast

Explore adventures on the Central Coast, just a short stroll down the road.

Newcastle Herald · Feb 2, 2024

Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao inaugurates Tele ICU Hub facility at KIMS in Hubballi

Minister for Health and Family Welfare Dinesh Gundu Rao has stressed upon the need for effectively utilising Artificial Intelligence and other advanced technologies for providing medical advice and consultation.

The Hindu · Jan 6, 2024

Minister takes officials to task for pathetic condition of Koppal district hospital

Annoyed by the reports on the dismal state of the district hospital attached to Koppal Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS) at the meeting that he convened to discuss the measures to be taken to contain the spread of COVID-19 in Koppal on Saturday, district in-charge Minister Shivaraj Tangadagi took officials,…

The Hindu · Dec 23, 2023

Provide additional grants to KIMS Hospital, Mahesh Tenginakai urges govt.

MLA Mahesh Tenginakai urges State govt. to provide additional grants to KIMS & NWKRTC, fix fair land price for Hubballi-Dharwad FMCG cluster, set up AIIMS in Hubballi & get more IT cos. He also seeks grants for Dr. Gangubai Hangal Gurukul.

The Hindu · Dec 13, 2023

KIMS needs additional ₹30 crore annually for maintenance, says director

Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS) and Hospital needs an additional grant of Rs. 30 crore annually in addition to the annual grant of Rs. 24 crore, Director of KIMS Dr. Ramalingappa Antaratani has said.

The Hindu · Dec 5, 2023

KIMS to provide oncology services in Ongole of Andhra Pradesh soon

KIMS, known for providing speciality health services, will soon offer cancer treatment.

The Hindu · Oct 25, 2023