NHRC seeks action from Rajasthan over Kota maternal deaths linked to faulty oxytocinThe National Human Rights Commission has directed Rajasthan officials to act on maternal deaths. Substandard oxytocin injections in Kota ar...
31 Jul, 2026, 07.09 AM IST
India takes action against 90% of inspected high-risk pharmaceutical facilities, regulator saysAmid increasing global concerns over Indian pharmaceuticals, India's drug regulator is rigorously addressing high-risk manufacturing sites....
30 Jul, 2026, 05.10 PM IST
How AI is helping pharma prevent drug recalls, counter fakes and improve patient safetyArtificial intelligence is revolutionizing the pharmaceutical sector by significantly reducing the instances of drug recalls. By improving ...
29 Jul, 2026, 11.04 PM IST
No chips, cola for kids: Maharashtra FDA bans sale of junk food within 50 metres of schoolsMaharashtra FDA banned unhealthy food sales within fifty meters of schools. This strict order applies to all government and private educati...
29 Jul, 2026, 06.00 PM IST
BDR Pharmaceuticals eyes controlling stake in Acme FormulationPAG acquired a controlling stake in Acme Formulation for $145 million (?1,054 crore) through its PAG Asia III buyout fund in 2021. Founder ...
28 Jul, 2026, 11.49 PM IST
Cockroaches, flies found at Mumbai's iconic clubs; Cricket Club of India, MIG, Willingdon & Juhu Gymkhana lose food licencesMumbai's top clubs faced license suspensions due to severe food safety issues. Inspectors found pest infestations and mouldy food items in ...
28 Jul, 2026, 09.16 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
US FDA approves world's first oral cholesterol-lowering pill: What it means for patientsThe FDA has approved Lipfendra, an oral PCSK9 inhibitor, for high cholesterol. This new once-daily pill offers an alternative to injectable...
27 Jul, 2026, 05.20 PM IST
10,000-year-old disease that haunted Greeks and Chinese, weakened Civil War soldiers and caused 5% of 20th century deaths may finally have a weakness; Indian researchers find breakthroughScientists from India and Britain have identified a protein called Ark1 that acts as a control switch in the malaria parasite's cell divisi...
27 Jul, 2026, 04.13 PM IST
Trump's Generic Drug Tariffs Explained: What it means for Indian pharma before the 200% stormTrump's generic drug tariffs plan provides Indian drugmakers a two-year duty-free window. This allows companies time to reassess manufactur...
22 Jul, 2026, 12.42 PM IST
Japanese drugmaker Takeda's Qdenga becomes first dengue vaccine approved in IndiaIndia's drug regulator has approved Takeda's Qdenga dengue vaccine, the first of its kind. This vaccine is expected to become available in ...
21 Jul, 2026, 07.07 AM IST
School Assembly News Headlines Today July 21: Top National, International, Sports, Business events that students should knowSchool Assembly News Headlines Today July 21: Parliament faced disruptions as opposition demanded discussions on alleged paper leaks. Heavy...
20 Jul, 2026, 06.15 PM IST
Novo Nordisk's obesity drug Wegovy wins India approval to fight silent fatty liver killerIndia's drug regulator approved Novo Nordisk's Wegovy for MASH treatment. This drug targets a serious progressive form of fatty liver disea...
17 Jul, 2026, 02.18 PM IST
Sun Pharma gets SAHPRA approval for generic semaglutide injection in South Africa for type 2 diabetesSouth Africa's regulator approved Sun Pharma's generic semaglutide injection for diabetes. This approval allows marketing to supplement die...
15 Jul, 2026, 11.26 AM IST
FDA approves at-home starter dose of Eisai-Biogen Alzheimer's drugThe US FDA approved an at-home starting dose for Eisai and Biogen's Alzheimer's drug. This new subcutaneous formulation allows patients to ...
14 Jul, 2026, 08.41 AM IST
Schedule H1 explained: Why did India tighten its prescription rules for high-alcohol medicines?Schedule H1 Explained: High-alcohol oral medicines now require a doctor's prescription under Schedule H1. This stricter classification mand...
13 Jul, 2026, 02.00 PM IST
Pharma body renews push for data protectionLeading pharmaceutical companies seek Regulatory Data Protection to boost research investments. Public health groups and local makers oppos...
13 Jul, 2026, 12.23 AM IST