India’s drug pricing policy must balance affordability, medicine availability and pharma industry growthThe Government of India has recently capped trade margins on anti-cancer medicines at 30%. This decision has reignited the ongoing discussi...
30 Oct, 2026, 01.13 AM IST
Heineken document reveals worries over weight-loss drugs and beer salesHeineken has warned UK pubs about the increasing impact of weight-loss drugs on beer sales. These medications may reduce consumers' desire ...
23 Oct, 2026, 11.53 AM IST
Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan: 35 crore people reached so far, 32 lakh institutions engagedSince its inception in August 2020, the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan initiative has reached more than 35 crore people in its quest to prevent...
22 Oct, 2026, 10.29 PM IST
HealthRail: Turning India's hospital receivables into growth capitalIn a strategic move to streamline hospital cash flow, HealthRail is offering expedited access to accrued revenues. This initiative specific...
20 Oct, 2026, 05.17 PM IST
Eateries cut corners as high costs and hygiene crackdowns take a tollNew strategies include pausing high-cost menu items and introducing smaller portions for diners. Increased operational expenses due to regu...
19 Oct, 2026, 06.53 PM IST
The burden of cancer drugs: Millions battle exorbitant prices as life-saving treatment slips out of reachFor millions of cancer patients, the cost of treatment can be as frightening as the diagnosis. From steep markups to patented drugs that re...
18 Oct, 2026, 09.18 AM IST
Apollo, Max Health, other hospital stocks rally up to 5% despite cancer drug price caps. Why Jefferies stays bullishHospital stocks rose up to 5% after the government capped trade margins on non-scheduled anti-cancer drugs at 30%, potentially reducing med...
09 Oct, 2026, 11.32 AM IST
China, US slash tariffs on USD 30 billion on imports: Chinese Commerce MinistryIn a significant development, China and the United States have finalized ten key outcomes during their recent economic and trade discussion...
29 Sep, 2026, 10.34 AM IST
CDSCO steps up scrutiny of pharma drugs containing narcotic substancesThe Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation is addressing regulatory gaps related to the illegal diversion of pharmaceutical drugs. Fol...
28 Sep, 2026, 12.41 AM IST
Millions take calcium and vitamin D to protect their bones. The biggest review yet suggests the daily pills may not prevent the falls they fear mostA large analysis of 69 trials found little benefit from supplements. Calcium and vitamin D do not significantly prevent fractures or falls....
21 Sep, 2026, 08.49 PM IST
Drug-free India by 2029: Centre lays out 3-year roadmap with 200-plus actionsIndia aims to become drug-free by 2029 with a detailed three-year roadmap. This plan focuses on enforcement, synthetic drugs, demand reduct...
19 Sep, 2026, 03.42 PM IST
Centre proposes easier norms for faster drug rolloutIndia's government plans to streamline drug approval processes for domestic use. Applicants can now start studies after intimating the drug...
15 Sep, 2026, 01.21 AM IST
Amit Shah unveils 3-year roadmap for drug-free IndiaA three-year roadmap from July 2026 to July 2029 has been prepared for a drug-free India. This mission mode initiative involves coordinated...
07 Sep, 2026, 12.58 AM IST
War against drugs: Modi govt has prepared roadmap to make India drug-free by 2029, says Amit ShahUnion Home Minister Amit Shah announced a roadmap to make India drug-free by 2029. He stated that drug-free youth power will lead to a deve...
06 Sep, 2026, 04.38 PM IST
Maharashtra government approves policy to eradicate drugs by 2029; awareness, strict action plannedMaharashtra's cabinet has greenlit an ambitious policy aimed at completely eradicating drug use by 2029. This initiative engages multiple g...
01 Sep, 2026, 09.50 PM IST
137th Mann Ki Baat: PM Modi highlights history website, backs drug-free youth campaignPrime Minister Narendra Modi discussed a website detailing historical rulers of Bharat. He also highlighted the 'Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit...
30 Aug, 2026, 12.25 PM IST
National policy to fight drug abuse on cardsA group of ministers (GoM) headed by Home Minister Rajnath Singh gave its go-ahead to the policy in July and now the ministry of social jus...
06 Sep, 2017, 11.16 PM IST