App that knows a fake medicine when it ‘sees’ it
Three engineering students from the city are working on an application that can help people make informed decision at their local pharmacy. Called DrugSafe, the app helps detect counterfeit by…
Jaipur bizman duped in generic medicine ‘deal’
Jaipur: The hope of making a fortune by selling ‘magic seeds’ cost a city-based businessman Rs 30 lakh after he was duped by an international gang. The crime branch of…
State government ready to penalized people for Spreading Dengue, Swine Flu
Be attentive as the health department sent a proposal to the state government to declare dengue, swine flu and malaria as notified diseases in the state. And the drafted proposal…
Formation of CDSCO’s New Intelligence Cell to keep check Illegal Activity In country’s Pharma Sector
To check illegal activities in India’s pharma sector, India’s central drug regulator CDSCO (The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation) has formed intelligence cell of nine-member. This new cell aims to…
‘Udta’ north India: Abuse of pharma drugs rampant across most states
NEW DELHI: It’s not just Punjab which witnesses a drug abuse problem, largely related to use of pharmaceutical drugs, among the youth. Narcotics Control Bureau’s annual report of 2017 states…
Over 46k sought financial aid for cancer treatment
Chandigarh: While cancer continues to take a social and financial toll on the state, the Punjab government does not have the exact number of cancer patients in the state. It…
WHO urges countries to invest more in research to prevent TB transmission
New Delhi: On the eve of the World TB Day, the World Health Organisation on Friday urged the countries to harness the power of technology for early diagnosis of tuberculosis…
Rs 1 crore cash found from pharma company in 7 surveys
LUDHIANA: The range-4 of Income tax department on Thursday found hard cash over Rs 1 crore during a survey at factory of a pharmaceutical company located at Dhandra Road. The…
Licensed drug makers get relief on exports
Mumbai: In a bid to ensure ease of doing business and facilitate exports, the health ministry has relaxed guidelines for pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturers. Licensed manufacturers of drugs, medical…
Bayer gets European Commission nod for Monsanto deal
New Delhi: German chemical and pharma major Bayer today said it has received “conditional” approval from the European Commission for its proposed USD 66 billion acquisition of US-based biotech major…
