Pharmaceuticals and Biotech

Pharma Company Generic Aadhar Launches 111 Franchise Outlets Across India November 22, 2023 Founded in 2018 by Arjun Deshpande, Generic Aadhaar is an India-based pharmaceutical company that manufactures and sells generic medicines for the healthcare industry. It provides high-quality medicines at up to 80% discount from manufacturers to end customers.

Ministry of Health Seeks Public Input on Draft National Pharmacy Commission Bill November 21, 2023 India's Ministry of Health invites public feedback on a draft National Pharmacy Commission bill, aiming to modernise regulations, enhance pharmacy education, and ensure ethical standards.

Samridh Launches Drone-Based Healthcare Network in Odisha in Collaboration with Redwing November 20, 2023 Reportedly, medicine delivery by drone will be available for Gudari and Kalyansingpur blocks in the first phase. Later it will provide services to other remote areas in the district.

Mumbai-Based USV & Biogenomics Launch INSUQUICK, India's First Biosimilar Insulin Aspart November 17, 2023 This 'Make in India' product, developed entirely using indigenous technology, has undergone rigorous clinical testing to meet global quality standards and is now available in all metros and Tier I/II cities.

Delhi HC Asks Centre to Complete Framing Online Medicine Sale Policy within 8 Weeks November 17, 2023 The court previously instructed the Centre to provide a status report on petitions urging a ban on the "illegal" online drug trade, challenging draft rules from the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare to further amend the Drugs and Cosmetics Rules.

Draft National Pharmacy Commission Bill, 2023 Mulls Establishing Pharmacy Advisory Council November 16, 2023 One of the key responsibilities of the Advisory Council will be to advise the Commission on measures aimed at enhancing equitable access to pharmacy education, services, training, and research.