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CDSCO flags ranitidine over possible presence of carcinogenic impuritySubscriber Only
September 25, 2019 03:04 IST
In its letter, a copy of which The Indian Express reviewed, the regulator has also asked states to inform it of any action taken in this matter “at the earliest”.
Wed, Sep 25, 2019
Explained: Why e-cigarettes bother the govtSubscriber Only
September 19, 2019 04:30 IST
Production and sale have been made a punishable offence. How widespread is their use in India? What are the health concerns around such products, and how do they compare with traditional tobacco?
Thu, Sep 19, 2019
E-cigarettes ban: As tobacco stocks surge, this is how the government gainedSubscriber Only
September 19, 2019 04:30 IST
For instance, share prices of ITC Ltd, in which the government and its entities own 28.64 per cent stake, rose 1.03 per cent, or Rs 2.45 apiece, to close at Rs 239.60 apiece Wednesday.
Thu, Sep 19, 2019
With US envoy in attendance, govt holds talks with stakeholdersSubscriber Only
September 18, 2019 03:00 IST
While India’s earlier decision to cap the MRPs of medical devices may not be reversed, the government is learnt to have indicated it would look at premiums for products in these categories that were “innovative”.
Wed, Sep 18, 2019
‘Mega shopping festival’ may boost ‘Brand India’, but competing on global scale vitalSubscriber Only
September 15, 2019 02:20 IST
FIEO president Sharad Kumar Saraf said such mega shopping festivals will not only boost exports but also help in creating value for “Brand India products from labour-intensive sectors”.
Sun, Sep 15, 2019
India’s mega shopping festivals: What is being planned and what is the impact?Subscriber Only
September 14, 2019 22:34 IST
While exporters are optimistic about the trade prospects of such a shopping festival, some analysts say India will have to ensure it is able to compete with the likes of Dubai, Singapore and Hong Kong.
Mon, Sep 16, 2019
Site decided, Govt clears mega solar project in Leh and KargilSubscriber Only
September 12, 2019 04:43 IST
The first package was to be set up in the areas tentatively identified in Zanskar sub-division and Taisuru block of Kargil district.
Thu, Sep 12, 2019
US FDA tests find salmonella in MDH sambar masala, three lots recalledSubscriber Only
September 11, 2019 04:00 IST
Salmonella is a bacteria that causes salmonellosis, a common food borne illness with symptoms like diarrhea, abdominal cramps and fever.
Wed, Sep 11, 2019
RK Singh interview: ‘You cannot be a developed country with a power sector that has load shedding’Subscriber Only
August 26, 2019 02:21 IST
The minister stressed on the renewed focus by the government to resolve problems of legacy dues to these gencos and make the downstream sectors more viable.
Mon, Aug 26, 2019
Oxytocin ban: Supreme Court raises more questions, refers matter to larger benchSubscriber Only
August 23, 2019 03:57 IST
Health Ministry in April 2018 notified a ban on private firms from manufacturing and selling oxytocin.
Fri, Aug 23, 2019
Explained: What is Oxytocin and why does the govt want to ban its commercial use?Subscriber Only
August 22, 2019 14:10 IST
The health ministry in April 2018 notified a ban on private firms from manuacturing and selling oxytocin, stating that it wanted to restrict the responsibility of supplying the drug to a Karnataka-based public sector manufacturer to avoid its misuse in the veterinary field.
Thu, Aug 22, 2019
USFDA warns Emcure Pharma for ‘failing’ to ‘adequately investigate’ injection sterility issuesSubscriber Only
August 17, 2019 02:30 IST
The regulator has pointed out that Emcure “failed” to “adequately investigate” these sterility failures, adding that this is not the first time it uncovered such findings at the firm’s facility.
Sat, Aug 17, 2019
BP drug complaints: Lantech Pharma gets USFDA warningSubscriber Only
August 15, 2019 03:45 IST
The US Food and Drug Administration has issued a warning letter to Hyderabad-based Lantech Pharmaceuticals over its failure to investigate quality complaints related to the drug.
Thu, Aug 15, 2019Drug regulator flags Piramal’s Supradyn, KAPL’s painkiller as ‘not of standard quality’Subscriber Only
August 15, 2019 03:05 IST
Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation this month labelled these batches as “not of standard quality” for failing tests conducted in July.
Thu, Aug 15, 2019
NHPC ‘hopeful’ of recovering over Rs 1,000 crore in dues from J&K power development PSUSubscriber Only
August 12, 2019 03:20 IST
NHPC Ltd, which currently operates eight hydropower projects in J&K, has entered into agreements with JKSPDC and the Jammu and Kashmir Power Development Department (JKPDD) to execute projects like the Ratle Hydroelectric Project, which has a capacity of 850 MW.
Mon, Aug 12, 2019
Hydropower need of the hour… want projects with no baggage: NHPC ChairmanSubscriber Only
August 12, 2019 02:19 IST
NHPC Ltd Chairman and Managing Director Balraj Joshi tells The Indian Express that the company is also looking at devising some kind of mechanism to take over stranded private projects.
Mon, Aug 12, 2019
Trade Ban: Pakistan’s textile, pharma sectors to take a hit, $1 billion Indian inputs among casualtiesSubscriber Only
August 09, 2019 04:52 IST
India is not expected to face any negative impact from the suspension of trade as its imports from Pakistan are valued at less than a fourth of its total exports to the country.
Fri, Aug 09, 2019
E-Commerce: Transparency on details of sellers among key features of draft guidelinesSubscriber Only
August 06, 2019 03:04 IST
The e-Commerce Guidelines for Consumer Protection 2019 will be applicable on all business-to-consumer (B2C) e-commerce platforms, according to the Department of Consumer Affairs, which has sought feedback from stakeholders by September 16.
Tue, Aug 06, 2019To ensure authenticity, APIs of drugs may soon get track-and-trace codesSubscriber Only
August 05, 2019 02:58 IST
In 2015, DTAB had deliberated a proposal for mandatory bar coding at various levels of drug packaging to track their movement.
Mon, Aug 05, 2019
Sector scan: Sun Pharma set to shut down part of Vadodara R&D unit, 80 staff may lose jobsSubscriber Only
August 03, 2019 04:30 IST
In a letter to employees about the move, parts of which The Indian Express has viewed, Sun Pharmaceutical has announced it will shut down its Tandalja and Akota CPUs, part of the company’s Vadodara Research and Development (R&D) unit.
Sat, Aug 03, 2019
Locked in litigation on e-cigarettes, vapes ban, Health Ministry seeks opinion of Law MinistrySubscriber Only
July 31, 2019 01:30 IST
A senior official confirmed banning ENDS is part of the Health Ministry’s 100-day agenda, but another said it is holding off on implementing DTAB’s recommendations to clear legal hurdles.
Wed, Jul 31, 2019
WIPO Director General Francis Gurry: ‘In India, govt is main R&D investor… push from industry needed’Subscriber Only
July 29, 2019 03:06 IST
With the country now setting its sights on the top 25 ranks, WIPO Director General Francis Gurry identifies the measures it may have to take, and how the changing trajectory of trade and innovation will impact the global intellectual property framework.
Mon, Jul 29, 2019
New essential medicines’ list to have wider scopeSubscriber Only
July 26, 2019 03:05 IST
Not all products in the list of essential medicines may come under price control.
Fri, Jul 26, 2019
Piyush Goyal holds ‘marathon’ of consultations with industry players ahead of RCEP meetSubscriber Only
July 23, 2019 02:09 IST
Goyal held a "marathon" of meetings with representatives of "all" sectors, including gems and jewellery, steel, copper, aluminum, zinc, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, plastics, rubber, leather, textile, apparel, auto, electronics and engineering products, according to them.
Tue, Jul 23, 2019Regulating medical devices sector a ‘priority’ in Health Ministry’s five-year planSubscriber Only
July 22, 2019 03:21 IST
In May, Prime Minister Narendra Modi tasked all ministers with drawing up five-year vision plans for their ministries after taking office for a second term.
Mon, Jul 22, 2019Journalism of Courage
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