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(Reuters) -Eli Lilly will invest more than $1 billion in India in the coming years to boost manufacturing and supply through local drugmakers, the company said on Monday, as it seeks to tap into skilled workforce to bolster its global manufacturing expansion. The collaborations aim to increase the availability of Lilly's key drugs, including those for obesity, diabetes, Alzheimer's, cancer and autoimmune conditions, the company said. "We are making significant investments to increase manufactu ...Read More >
The Union health ministry addressed cough syrup quality. A meeting reviewed drug norm compliance. This followed child deaths linked to syrups in Chhindwara and Rajasthan. States received advice on cough syrup use for children. One cough syrup, Coldrif, contained DEG beyond limits. Action occurred against the manufacturer. Inspections began across 19 units. Officials urged adherence to manufacturing practices. Amid concerns over the quality of cough syrups, the Union health ministry on Sunday un ...Read More >
Indian and EU officials will commence their 14th round of free trade agreement talks in Brussels on Monday, aiming to resolve differences and conclude negotiations by December. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal is hopeful for an early agreement, which seeks to boost bilateral commerce and investments. Senior officials of India and the 27-nation European Union (EU) will commence the next round of talks for a proposed free trade agreement on Monday in Brussels to iron out differences on issues for e ...Read More >
HYDERABAD: Telangana continues to hold its position as a key industrial hub in India. According to the Annual Survey of Industries (ASI) 2023-24, released by the National Statistical Office (NSO), the state ranks among the country's top 10 industrial states, contributing 2.67% of total output and 3.37% of Gross Value Added (GVA) in the factory sector. The pharmaceutical sector remains Telangana's strongest pillar. With an output of Rs 79,24,593 lakh and GVA of Rs 24,45,188 lakh, the state ranks ...Read More >
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Indian Academy of Pediatrics (IAP) Kerala chapter has clarified the guidelines on the use of cough syrups in children, following an advisory issued by the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), Government of India. The DGHS had recently cautioned against the use of cough syrups in children below two years of age, stating that most acute cough illnesses in this group are self-limiting and do not require medicines. In its statement, IAP Kerala said that combination co ...Read More >
CHENNAI: The Tamil Nadu government has cancelled the manufacturing licences of Sresan Pharmaceuticals, the Kancheepuram-based firm that produced the toxic batch of Coldrif cough syrups linked to the deaths of 14 children in Madhya Pradesh. Of the children who died, 11 were from Parasia sub-division, two from Chhindwara city and one from Chaurai tehsil. On Sunday, the Parasia police arrested a government doctor for alleged negligence and registered a case against Sresan Pharmaceuticals, official ...Read More >
* Six children have died of kidney failure in Madhya Pradesh's Chhindwara district in 15 days * Investigators suspect contaminated cough syrup laced with toxic diethylene glycol as the cause of the deaths * Most of the victims had been administered Coldrif and Nextro-DS syrups, which have now been banned Did our AI summary help? Let us know. Switch To Beeps Mode In a heart-wrenching tragedy that has shaken Madhya Pradesh's Chhindwara district, six children have died of kidney failure in th ...Read More >
NCDC collected water and entomological drug samples from Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan after multiple children died of kidney failure, allegedly linked to contaminated cough syrup. These samples will be tested for infectious diseases, while state drug authorities await results from drug sample tests. Six children died in MP and one in Rajasthan, prompting a ban on 19 syrup batches. The government's nodal agency for disease surveillance, NCDC, has collected water and entomological drug samples fr ...Read More >
BHOPAL: Authorities in Madhya Pradesh's Chhindwara district have issued an advisory restricting the prescription, sale, and use of at least two cough syrups after six children, aged one to seven, reportedly died between September 4 and 26 from kidney-related complications and anuria. Analysis of the medicines administered to the six minors found two cough syrups in common. With samples of the syrups sent for detailed testing, the district administration has advised doctors to refrain from presc ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 1 (Prensa Latina) India expects its pharmaceutical exports, currently valued at nearly $27.8 billion, to exceed $30 billion by the end of this year, according to an official source. Following the signing of an agreement between the Department of Biotechnology and the state of Uttar Pradesh, Jitendra Singh, Minister of State for Science and Technology, Earth Sciences, and Other Responsibilities, revealed that India's domestic pharmaceutical market is valued at $60 billion, but is ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 1 (PTI) Drug maker Lupin on Wednesday said it has launched an anticoagulant medication in the US. The company has launched Rivaroxaban for Oral Suspension (1 mg/mL), a generic version of Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc.'s Xarelto for Oral Suspension, in the US, the drug maker said in a statement. Rivaroxaban for Oral Suspension is indicated for the treatment of venous thromboembolism (VTE) and the reduction in the risk of recurrent VTE in pediatric patients. It is also indicated f ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: Following the tragic deaths of six children in Madhya Pradesh's Chhindwara district from acute kidney failure, the Union health ministry has launched a comprehensive, multi-agency investigation. A team from the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has been deployed to the region, officials familiar with the matter said. Health officials strongly suspect a contaminated cough syrup is responsible for the fatalities. Preliminary reports suggest the over-the-counter medicine may ha ...Read More >
The BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty have declined more than 3% each in the past seven sessions. (Image used for representational purposes) Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) have been selling aggressively this year, offloading over Rs 2 lakh crore in equities, including Rs 33,000 crore just in September. By September 26, their total sell-off in the cash market reached nearly Rs 2 lakh crore. Last week alone, FIIs sold shares worth Rs 19,550 crore and continued as net sellers on Monday with Rs 2,80 ...Read More >
"Currently, there are around 800 medical device manufacturers in the country, and India's annual growth of the Medtech sector is 15 to 20 per cent," said Singh. Image: ANI India's pharma exports, currently valued at nearly USD 27.8 billion, are expected to cross $30 billion by the year-end, said Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology Jitendra Singh on Tuesday. Singh stated that India's domestic pharma market is $60 billion, but is expected to double, that is, $1 ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], September 30 (ANI): The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) has approved Danish drugmaker Novo Nordisk's once-a-week injection for patients suffering from Type 2 diabetes. Also Read | Durga Puja 2025: PM Narendra Modi Participates in Durga Puja Celebrations in Delhi's CR Park on Occasion of Maha Ashtami, Prays for Everyone's Happiness and Wellbeing (See Pics). In a statement provided to ANI, Novo Nordisk has stated that Ozempic is intended for individuals wit ...Read More >
New Delhi, Sep 30 (PTI) As the free trade agreement between India and four European nations EFTA will come into effect from Wednesday, several Swiss products like wines, chocolates, apparel, and watches will become cheaper in the domestic market. On the other hand, Indian labour-intensive sectors, such as certain agri goods like tea and coffee, fruits, processed, textiles, marine products, leather, sports goods, toys, and gems and jewellery, will get greater market access in the member countrie ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], September 30: When it comes to in-vitro fertilization (IVF), one of the most important factors influencing success is the quality of a woman's eggs. Healthy eggs not only improve the chances of fertilization but also increase the likelihood of developing healthy embryos that can lead to pregnancy. While age and genetics play a role, there are several steps women can take to support and enhance their egg quality before beginning an IVF cycle. At Omya Fertility, our team of spec ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], September 30: Essential oils are powerful extracts made from plants using processes like steam distillation or cold pressing. They are valued not only for their soothing fragrances but also for their natural healing and functional properties. The global essential oils market was worth USD 23.74 billion in 2023 and is expected to grow steadily at a 7.6 CAGR between 2024 and 2030. This growth is driven by the rising use of essential oils in industries like food and beverages, c ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], September 30: Essential oils are powerful extracts made from plants using processes like steam distillation or cold pressing. They are valued not only for their soothing fragrances but also for their natural healing and functional properties. The global essential oils market was worth USD 23.74 billion in 2023 and is expected to grow steadily at a 7.6% CAGR between 2024 and 2030. Also Read | 'Swami' Chaitanyanand Saraswati's 2 Women Associates Arrested in Delhi Management Ins ...Read More >
Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], September 29: As India observes World Heart Day, the conversation around cardiovascular health has once again turned to prevention, timely treatment, and most importantly, access to affordable medicines for everyone. Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in India at 28.1%, with more than half a billion people affected by a heart ailment. While treatment protocols have advanced, the cost of long-term medication continues to be a burden for many families. Mo ...Read More >
New Delhi, Sep 29 (PTI) The initial public offer of Fabtech Technologies Ltd, a turnkey engineering solutions provider for the pharmaceuticals, biotech and healthcare industry, received 70 per cent subscription on the first day of the share sale on Monday. The IPO got bids for 84,20,325 shares against 1,20,60,000 shares on offer, according to NSE data. The quota for qualified institutional buyers (QIBs) was subscribed 77 per cent, and the retail individual investors (RIIs) category received 70 ...Read More >
NewsVoir Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], September 29: As India observes World Heart Day, the conversation around cardiovascular health has once again turned to prevention, timely treatment, and most importantly, access to affordable medicines for everyone. Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in India at 28.1%, with more than half a billion people affected by a heart ailment. While treatment protocols have advanced, the cost of long-term medication continues to be a burden for many fa ...Read More >
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], September 29: In a world where financial expertise drives strategy, earning the CMA credential is more than an academic decision--it a career revolution. At Miles Education, India #1 training partner for management accounting aspirants, the CMA salary in India and abroad reflects just how valuable this qualification has become. For thousands of students and professionals, the CMA isnt just about passing exams; it about securing roles that pay well, offer growth, ...Read More >
PNNBengaluru (Karnataka) [India], September 29: In a world where financial expertise drives strategy, earning the CMA credential is more than an academic decision-it's a career revolution. At Miles Education, India's #1 training partner for management accounting aspirants, the CMA salary in India and abroad reflects just how valuable this qualification has become. For thousands of students and professionals, the CMA isn't just about passing exams; it's about securing roles that pay well, offer g ...Read More >
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], September 29: In a world where financial expertise drives strategy, earning the CMA credential is more than an academic decision--it's a career revolution. At Miles Education, India's #1 training partner for management accounting aspirants, the CMA salary in India and abroad reflects just how valuable this qualification has become. For thousands of students and professionals, the CMA isn't just about passing exams; it's about securing roles that pay well, offer gro ...Read More >
For the month, FII sold equities worth Rs 30,141.68 crore, while DII bought equities worth Rs 55,736.09 crore. The broader indices broke a three-week gaining streak and underperformed the main indices as markets remained under pressure throughout the week on worries over fresh tariffs on pharma, higher visa fees by the US, persistent trade concerns, and continued FII selling. For the week, Nifty50 plunged 672.35 points or 2.65 percent to finish at 24,654.70, while the BSE Sensex index declined ...Read More >
Jaipur: Rajasthan's exports in the first quarter of the financial year 2025-26 (April-June) registered a 14.37% increase at Rs 25,212 crore compared to the same period last year. However, industry representatives said the high US tariffs that came into force later could limit the performance of the sector.This follows a 16% growth in FY 2024-25, when the state's exports surged to Rs 97,171.68 crore, up from Rs 83,704.24 crore in 2023-24, according to revised figures released by the central govt. ...Read More >
Chennai, Sep 27 (SocialNews.XYZ) Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (MDMK) general secretary Vaiko has warned that the United States' latest decision to impose a steep 100 per cent import duty on medicines could deal a severe blow to India's pharmaceutical exports and trigger a wider trade crisis. Quoting data from the World Trade Organization (WTO), Vaiko said pharmaceuticals form India's single largest industrial export segment. Each year, India ships about $12.7 billion worth of medicin ...Read More >
Mumbai: Benchmark stock indices Sensex and Nifty tumbled nearly one per cent on Friday, marking their sixth consecutive day of decline, following heavy selling in pharma and IT shares as US President Donald Trump announced 100 per cent duties on branded drugs from next month. The 30-share BSE Sensex tanked 733.22 points or 0.90 per cent to settle at a three-week low of 80,426.46. During the day, it dropped 827.27 points or one per cent to 80,332.41 points. The 50-share NSE Nifty tumbled 236.15 p ...Read More >
Mumbai, Sep 26 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Indian equity benchmarks ended this week with the steepest weekly decline in six months, as well as registering a sixth consecutive session of decline -- amid concerns over H-1B visa fee hike and US pharma tariffs. Nifty and Sensex ended with a decline of around 2.50 per cent and 2.54 per cent, respectively, even as IT and pharma sectors came under selling pressure. Midcap and small-cap indices witnessed even higher selling pressure due to stretched valuatio ...Read More >
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