Mandaviya Unveils 40 Manufacturing Facilities under PLI to Reduce Drug & Device Import Reliance March 4, 2024 Union Minister for Chemicals and Fertilizers Mansukh Mandaviya has inaugurated 40 new facilities nationwide in a move to reduce dependence on imports for critical medical supplies.
Govt Launches National Single Window System Portal to Streamline Medical Device Approvals January 3, 2024 The newly launched system started operations from 1st January, 2024 .
2023 in Review: India's Tech Breakthroughs in Cancer Care January 2, 2024 As the burden of cancer continues to escalate globally, India is at the forefront of a transformative era in cancer care.
Evonik Unveils World's First Carbon-Fibre Reinforced PEEK Filament for 3D Printed Medical Implants October 13, 2023 The newly launched filament is the world's first carbon-fibre reinforced PEEK filament for long-term medical implants. This move aligns with the company's goal of opening up new possibilities in medical technology for patient-specific treatment.
Govt Extends Deadline to Class C & D Medical Device Manufacturers Facing Licence Approval Delays October 13, 2023 The Indian government has announced a six-month extension for existing manufacturers and importers of high-risk medical devices who have applied for licences.
High-Risk Medical Device Manufacturers Halt Production Facing Regulatory Hurdles October 4, 2023 The recent regulatory changes dictate that medical devices categorised as class C and D, encompassing items such as ventilators, imaging equipment, oxygen therapy equipment, nebulisers, x-ray equipment, surgical robots, and oncology treatment linear accelerators, are prohibited from being sold without a valid manufacturing licence from October 1 onwards.
AiMeD Urges Govt to Extend Deadline for Medical Device Manufacturing Licence Amid Resource Constraints September 29, 2023 The Association of Indian Medical Device Industry (AiMeD) has once again appealed to the central government for an extension of the deadline for mandating manufacturing licences for Class C and D medical devices beyond October 1.
CDSCO Approves 9 More Medical Device Testing Laboratories Across India September 22, 2023 As per CDSCO, these laboratories conduct assessments and testing of medical devices on behalf of manufacturers, adhering to the guidelines specified in Form MD-40 under the MDR, 2017.
BITS Scientists Develop a Portable Device to Detect Diabetes from Sweat Samples August 25, 2023 In a deal with BlackSoil, a prominent investment firm, GenWorks Health has received $4 million in funding. Through this investment, GenWorks Health can provide quality healthcare in underserved areas.
Healthtech Startup Bonatra Launches Wearable Smart Rings to Help Users Live Healthier & Longer Lives August 21, 2023 In a deal with BlackSoil, a prominent investment firm, GenWorks Health has received $4 million in funding. Through this investment, GenWorks Health can provide quality healthcare in underserved areas.
A National Policy Boosting Pharma, Medical Device Research & Innovation Is in Offing: Health Minister August 21, 2023
IIT-B & ICMR Jointly Make Placenta-On-A-Chip Device to Protect Baby from Harmful Drugs & Chemicals August 17, 2023 In a deal with BlackSoil, a prominent investment firm, GenWorks Health has received $4 million in funding. Through this investment, GenWorks Health can provide quality healthcare in underserved areas.