Government tightens surveillance on GLP-1 weight-loss drug promotion amidst surrogate advertising concernsCentral government directs state regulators to enhance surveillance over GLP-1 drug promotion. Approved GLP-1 drugs are only for Type 2 dia...
04 Aug, 2026, 04.49 PM IST
FSSAI cracks down on two firms over misleading product claims; halts sale of Folineuro Syrup, Neuherbs True VitaminIndia's food regulator FSSAI has restricted Vatave Healthcare from selling its Folineuro syrup. The company made misleading claims about im...
04 Aug, 2026, 01.17 PM 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
Two CRPF inspectors clear every round of promotion exam, then failed over forearm tattoo: Delhi HC refuses relief despite tattoo removal; tattoos went unnoticed since joiningTwo CRPF inspectors denied promotion over tatoo: The Delhi High Court has dismissed petitions filed by two CRPF inspectors who were declare...
06 Jul, 2026, 12.12 PM IST
RVUNL recruitment 2026: Check vacancies, eligibility, selection process and moreRajasthan's power companies are hiring for 2,005 positions including Junior Engineers, Accountants, and Assistants. Applications open after...
25 Jun, 2026, 10.27 AM IST
India's weight-loss drug boom raises questions over healthcare prioritiesIndia's market for cheaper anti-obesity drugs has surged tenfold. While demand is high, especially among those with diabetes, concerns abou...
12 Jun, 2026, 11.48 PM IST
Regulator steps up oversight of GLP-1 drug distribution chainIndia's drug regulatory body is intensifying its scrutiny of the distribution channels for GLP-1 weight loss drugs. State drug authorities ...
28 Mar, 2026, 12.34 AM IST
SC mandate may halt fresh Ad releasesThe Advertising Standards Council of India (ASCI) has urged advertisers and broadcasters to refrain from releasing new advertisements betwe...
14 Jun, 2024, 11.02 AM IST
New rules demand celebrities and influencers be honest about health product promotionsIndia's Ministry of Consumer Affairs has issued new guidelines mandating that public figures who offer health advice provide "clear explana...
11 Aug, 2023, 01.11 PM IST
Disclosure or disclaimer must for celebrities, influencers endorsing as health experts: GovtThe government said "disclosure or disclaimer" is must for celebrities, influencers and virtual influencers while endorsing as health exper...
10 Aug, 2023, 03.10 PM IST
Demand of apprentices for appointment in railways without undergoing due recruitment process not acceptable, says Railway MinistryIndian Railways has been providing training to applicants in designated trades under the provisions of the Apprentices Act since August 196...
30 Jan, 2022, 02.32 PM IST
Prevent Pandemic Profiteering, ProntoThe infectious nature of the disease, the rapidly mutating virus, the absence of a cure and the lack of firm answers since experts are stil...
25 Jun, 2021, 11.40 PM IST
Government not considering banning other commercials: Smriti IraniThe information and broadcasting ministry had last month issued an advisory to television channels, asking them to restrict condom advertis...
04 Jan, 2018, 04.49 PM IST
Bombay High Court tells government to fill vacancies of professors in medical collegesHC was last week informed that 89 posts of professors and 287 posts of associate professors in various medical colleges functioning in the ...
01 May, 2015, 05.12 PM IST
Advertising Industry watchdog ASCI backed by Medical Council of IndiaASCI has processed a large number of complaints of healthcare products, services & clinic ads which has mention of or promotions of doctors,
19 Sep, 2014, 05.08 PM IST
- Special purpose foods to come under govt scanner
Are slimming cereals, rejuvenating sports drinks and tooth-whitening chewing gums for real? Consumers are about to find out.
18 May, 2010, 12.00 AM IST
- Anti-wrinkle cream ad deemed 'misleading' by advertising watchdog
A best-selling skin cream's claims to ward off wrinkles have been found 'misleading' by the Advertising Standards Authority.
17 Sep, 2008, 02.23 PM IST