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India’s diesel consumption likely to surpass 93 mt in FY25

Both August and September this year have witnessed a fall in diesel usage




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Diesel, petrol demand to grow 50,000-55,000 barrels per day Y-o-Y in Oct-Dec

India’s appetite for oil products in October-December is set to get a boost from the upcoming festival season as well as the agricultural season




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Storage in key Indian reservoirs unchanged for 3rd week in a row

They are higher than normal, filled to 87 per cent of the 180.852 BCM capacity




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Easing West Asia tensions bring back overseas tea buyers to Kochi 

Sales percentage increases as Russian buyers turn active




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Part of India’s sugar export quota to Maldives ‘diverted’ to Sri Lanka, Malaysia

Though exports are banned, shipments of 64,000 tonnes were allowed under special bilateral pact




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Festivals, agriculture, elections set to boost India's oil demand: S&P Global Commodity Insights

According to the commodities information services provider, India's oil demand decreased in September on a yearly basis, due to above normal rainfall, which affected road movement, construction, and mining activities




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Oil prices likely to fall after Israel shows restraint in strikes on Iran

Scores of Israeli jets completed three waves of strikes before dawn on Saturday against missile factories and other sites near Tehran and in western Iran, in the latest exchange in the escalating conflict between the Middle East rivals




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Crude oil trades higher as industry data shows decrease in US inventories 

Official data on crude oil inventory level in the US is expected later on Wednesday




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Fuel price update: Jet fuel sees 3.3% hike; commercial LPG rates rise by ₹62

In contrast, domestic LPG rates remain unchanged at ₹803 for a 14.2-kg cylinder




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India’s iron ore, manganese, aluminium output rises in H1 FY25 amid strong demand

Iron ore production rose by 5.5% to 135 million tonnes, while manganese ore output increased by 6.2% to 1.7 million tonnes




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Crude oil futures rise as OPEC delays production output increase

Increase in tensions in West Asia also boosted the price of the commodity. The latest developments in West Asia have created apprehensions in the market over possible crude oil supply disruptions from the region.




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Crude oil futures fall as industry data shows inventory gain in US 

Market eyes results of the US presidential election




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Crude oil gains as market analyses Trump’s victory in US Presidential election

The Trump administration could stimulate economic growth in the US, which could help boost consumption demand in that country, say analysts




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Why drugmakers are dialing C for current good manufacturing practices

For the industry under scrutiny over quality concerns, cGMP requires immediate attention




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Crystal-ball gazing: Diagnostics, faster & more precise

Comprehensive remote monitoring has the potential to revolutionise healthcare




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Nutrition, hydration & neighbourhood runs

Marathoner shares 20-year fitness regime of cardio, strength, and stability, prioritising training and recovery for marathon success




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Drugmakers chart a specialised course to navigate choppy waters

India’s pharma industry is moving from volume to value, investing in quality manufacturing 




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No turning back on the biotech super highway

Industry experts call for support to firms pursuing cutting-edge technologies as they forge ahead 




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Medication safety

Patient harm due to unsafe care is a leading cause of death and disability worldwide




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In need of a cell therapy revolution

Indian biotech sector poised for growth with cell and gene therapies revolutionising healthcare, positioning India as a global leader




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Jal neti kriya, nature treks and Kulfi

Dhiraj Singh, CEO, SIS Group on energising morning routines, nature treks, quality sleep and a healthy diet for overall well-being




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‘Yes! We can end TB’

Estimates say, 10.6 million people fell ill with TB in 2022 and 1.3 million people died from it




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Is health on your manifesto this election?

Vote for health: As India approaches election season, will health reforms become a rallying point?




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Private capital, a catalyst to Universal Health Coverage

India is committed to achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC) for all by 2030. For India to achieve thisUHC, it is essential that both private enterprises and the government come together.




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‘My health, my right’

The right to health of millions is under threat. World Health Day (April 7) champions their right.




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PLI, plugging chinks in the country’s manufacturing armour for drugs and devices

 Call for simplification of licencing regimes gets louder even as benefits become tangible 




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Tennis, yoga and unwinding with a book

Ritesh Kumar’s daily routine includes yoga, a plant-based diet, contemplation, tennis, and unwinding with a good book.




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Pharmacies journey through litigations and another election

Chemists’ manifesto: Call for fair play gets louder amidst deep discounts from online pharmacies




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Towards a decade of healthy ageing

Ageing with grace: Healthcare is shifting its focus from treating illness to preventing it 




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Health insurance no longer a no-go zone for the elderly

As IRDAI lifts the age cap for seniors, the focus shifts to overcoming operational barriers




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Intellectual property for positive change

In a rapidly evolving world, leveraging intellectual property (IP) for greater good has become a priority and its importance will continue to grow as humanity addresses pivotal global challenges




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Green shoots of expectations on health, from newly-minted govt

As political tides change, the public sets sights on inclusive and robust healthcare reforms




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Thank you for giving!

This World Blood Donor Day (June 14th) marks 20 years of blood donation




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Redefining the regulatory pathway for nutraceutical and pharmaceutical products

As the nutraceutical landscape grows, experts call for clarity in the manufacturing debate




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Runing, cycling & a ‘colourful’ meal

Maya Nair, Executive Director of Elixir Consulting, on her fitness regimen, diet and love for table tennis




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Data integrity alarm sounded for CROs, the backbone to pharma industry

USFDA cautions CROs; says such incidents “undermine the reputation of generic industry”




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Flying, cooking and caring for cows

Goldi Solar’s Founder & MD on his passion for wheels, meditation and Gaukalyanam




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Pranayam, veggie smoothies and adventure sports

Dr Sanjay Katkar on staying active, healthy eating and meditation for a balanced lifestyle




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Reviewing TRIPS, an opportunity for evidence-based policies

Colombia calls for review of TRIPS Agreement implementation, highlighting need for evidence-based IP law and policy




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World Mosquito Day

The World Mosquito Day (August 20) raises awareness on mosquito-borne diseases.




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‘Closing the gap’ to ensure healthy babies

Despite the benefits, only half of Indian infants are breastfed successfully—what’s holding us back?




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Paralympic’s equity campaign

The World Health Organization and International Paralympic Committee have launched the ‘Equipped for equity’ campaign at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games




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Code grey: Hospitals as safe zones for medical practitioners, patients

Amid rising violence, medicos call for a stringent Central Act to ensure safe workspaces and speedy action




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Advent of an assisted baby boom

How IVF clinics in India are plotting healthy growth plans amid falling fertility rates 




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Why maternal nutrition is blue-chip investment

Guaranteed maternal nutrition can break the cycle of malnutrition passed from one generation to the next




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Days in our lives



  • Bindu D Menon

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Yodelling his way into our hearts: A tribute to Kishore Kumar



  • Bindu D Menon

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HML succeeds in bringing back workers to Wayanad tea plantations 

This is evident from the number of workers in the tea estates of the hill district rose by five per cent to 40 per cent during the past two months




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NSRCEL launches second cohort of Circular Economy programme

Pernod Ricard India Foundation to offer continued support




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Arya.ag bags $19.8 million from US International Development Finance Corporation

These funds will be utilised to connect farmers and FPOs with buyers across the country