In 1859, Robert Chesebrough saw oil workers scraping sticky rod wax from drilling rigs, and it wasn’t just waste: It became VaselineA chemist named Robert Chesebrough discovered petroleum jelly in the 1800s. He saw value in a sticky wax that oil workers discarded. Cheseb...
30 May, 2026, 03.12 PM IST
A flash of blue light just solved one of drug development's biggest puzzles, here's all about itScientists at the University of Münster report a major advance in light-powered chemistry for housane molecules on May 20, 2026. Using phot...
20 May, 2026, 07.57 PM IST
In 1933, one unexpected waxy deposit inside a reactor helped create modern plastic foreverA chance discovery in a 1933 laboratory experiment led to polyethylene, a plastic now vital for packaging and industry. Chemists Eric Fawce...
20 May, 2026, 04.45 PM IST
Bayer bets big on 'self-care' market to deepen India playGlobal pharma major Bayer is significantly expanding its consumer healthcare presence in India, targeting the burgeoning self-care market e...
20 May, 2026, 10.30 AM IST
Chemists’ strike: CDSCO moves to prevent shortagesThe CDSCO has advised state drug controllers to prevent drug scarcity during the AIOCD's proposed e-pharmacy strike on May 20. Measures inc...
20 May, 2026, 12.54 AM IST
Online medicine sale fight: 20,000 chemists in Karnataka to halt work May 20Over 20,000 chemists in Karnataka will shut down their stores on May 20. This is part of a nationwide protest against online pharmacies. Th...
19 May, 2026, 05.55 PM IST
All major pharmacy chains, hospital-based medical stores, Jan Aushadhi Kendras to remain open on May 20Pharmacies nationwide will stay open on May 20. This defies a strike called by the All India Organisation of Chemists and Druggists against...
19 May, 2026, 04.06 PM IST
HUL sales from Q-Com double in FY26, e-Com turnover up 25 pcHindustan Unilever saw a significant surge in sales from hyperlocal delivery platforms, doubling in FY26. E-commerce sales also experienced...
30 Apr, 2026, 11.37 PM IST
The Right Way To Store Shoes So They Don’t Wear Out Twice As FastYour favourite shoes can last much longer with simple storage adjustments. Bad storage causes chemical breakdown and material weakening. Ke...
22 Apr, 2026, 10.42 AM IST
Covid lockdown impact: In cities, pharmacies emerge as new hotspot for FMCG salesThe 35% consumer base expansion is striking since pre-pandemic, chemists accounted for around 10% of FMCG sales. Personal care and infant c...
17 Jul, 2020, 11.04 AM IST
Emergency contraceptive pills to soon be available over-the-counter at chemist stores in IndiaThe move is aimed at allowing women to protect their reproductive rights.
10 Dec, 2016, 11.06 AM IST
- Chemist shops in Gujarat remain closed in protest of drug policy
Around 14,000 chemists and druggists across Gujarat on Friday kept their shutters down in protest against Central Government's new drug pol...
10 May, 2013, 04.36 PM IST
FMCG cos Cadbury, HUL, L'Oreal and others betting on chemists to push sales of productsChemists account for about 9.1% of overall FMCG sales in the country, or some 45% higher than modern retail, according to a study by Nielse...
21 Nov, 2012, 05.54 AM IST
- Kiranas ride out the big retail storm
Your smart neighbourhood kirana store (traditional grocers) has survived the onslaught of modern retail.
14 Aug, 2007, 01.14 AM IST
- Panel:Keep medicines in good health
The government is all set to bring more clarity on how pharmaceutical companies should print instructions about storage and transportation ...
14 Jul, 2007, 02.46 AM IST
- Chemists adopt new formula to beat competition
In an attempt to counter the threats posed by big pharma retail chains, chemist stores across the country have rolled up their sleeves and ...
21 Apr, 2007, 01.16 AM IST
- Neighbourhood chemist stocks up on FMCG goods
First it was the pressure from thinning margins. And now it is the lure of big money from FMCG players.
16 Aug, 2006, 12.00 AM IST