Govt plans new drugs law to overhaul pharma, medical device regulationThe government is set to replace the 1940 Drugs and Cosmetics Act with a new law covering drugs, medical devices and cosmetics. The draft b...
07 Aug, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
In 1849, an Italian-born inventor developed an early device for voice communications but couldn't afford a full patent due to financial hardship, allowing Alexander Graham Bell to get it in 1876: How did Telettrofono changed the world?In 1849, an Italian-born inventor developed an early device for voice communications but couldn't afford a full patent due to financial har...
07 Aug, 2026, 03.09 AM IST
RBI bars banks from disabling mobile devices of defaulting borrowersBanks cannot disable borrower mobile phones and laptops for loan recovery. This new rule applies unless the devices themselves were finance...
06 Aug, 2026, 10.07 PM IST
Deadly fungus outbreak in US: What is Candida auris, symptoms, who all are at risk as cases rise across 23 statesThis year, over 3,100 cases of drug-resistant Candida auris have emerged across twenty-three states in the US, with Texas and Michigan repo...
06 Aug, 2026, 02.56 PM IST
This 14-year-old teen in Canada has invented a wearable that detects IV leaks before swelling beginsAkshath Anand, a 14-year-old student, won a gold medal for his innovative IV safety monitoring system. His wearable device uses pressure se...
05 Aug, 2026, 03.08 PM IST
Govt weighs PLI 2.0 with sharper focus on high-performing sectorsIndia is planning a second phase for its production-linked incentive programme. This new phase will support high-performing sectors and red...
05 Aug, 2026, 12.29 AM IST
India, Uzbekistan could explore FTA, says Piyush Goyal; Uzbekistan invites Indian investment in mining, rare earthsIndia and Uzbekistan aim to double bilateral trade to three billion dollars within three years. Businesses are urged to increase investment...
04 Aug, 2026, 06.48 PM IST
AI offers 'lifeline' for emerging economies, World Bank saysArtificial intelligence can accelerate developing nations' progress by a century within ten years. Emerging economies face fewer job threat...
04 Aug, 2026, 06.34 PM IST
Trade deals open new markets for Indian medical device makers, but import risks remain: AiMeDThe EU offers the biggest long-term opportunity for Indian medical device makers, while the UK has more immediate strategic value, says AiM...
04 Aug, 2026, 11.43 AM IST
Centre mulling patient safety framework for dental implantsIndia's government is considering a national regulatory framework for dental implants. This action follows concerns raised about unregulate...
04 Aug, 2026, 01.34 AM IST
Bike ambulance framework in the works, rollout from 2027The rules currently don't regulate such ambulances as a distinct vehicle category. Consequently, there are no national requirements governi...
04 Aug, 2026, 01.10 AM IST
India, Uzbekistan should double bilateral trade in three years, says Piyush GoyalCommerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal urged India and Uzbekistan to double bilateral trade from the current $1.5 billion within three...
04 Aug, 2026, 12.37 AM IST
Two-wheeled road ambulance to run from October 1, 2027The Centre has proposed introducing a regulatory framework for two-wheeled road ambulances, which will become operational from October 1, 2...
03 Aug, 2026, 04.07 PM IST
RIR Power Electronics ignites India's SiC revolution after successful NSE debutRIR Power Electronics debuted on the NSE, enhancing its market presence. The company is significantly investing in Silicon Carbide manufact...
30 Jul, 2026, 03.31 PM IST
Motilal Oswal raises mid and smallcap allocation to 50%, stays neutral on Indian equitiesMotilal Oswal Private Wealth favors Indian mid and small-cap stocks. They are increasing allocations to these segments by ten percentage po...
30 Jul, 2026, 05.40 AM IST
In 1881, a scientist created a device to save the life of the 20th U.S. President and remained unsuccessful but the device has changed the world: How Alexander Graham Bell's metal detector became a global invention?In 1881, a scientist created a device to save the life of the 20th U.S. President and remained unsuccessful but the device has changed the ...
28 Jul, 2026, 08.38 PM IST
Centre readies healthcare compliance overhaul to boost hospitals in tier-2, tier-3 citiesIndia plans major healthcare regulatory changes soon. These reforms aim to simplify licensing and reduce compliance burdens. The govt will ...
28 Jul, 2026, 04.52 PM IST