d

Redefining the regulatory pathway for nutraceutical and pharmaceutical products

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




d

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

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




d

Flying, cooking and caring for cows

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




d

Health and climate meet

The ‘Health argument for climate action’ meet on the sidelines of the High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (July 9) — will review SDG Goal 13




d

Thalassemia patients’ ask from Budget

A concerted effort from the government, healthcare institutions, NGOs and the public is essential to create a robust blood transfusion system that prioritises safety and supports patients.




d

Breaking down ‘patent thickets’ without smothering innovation

With recent patent-linked rejections, governments push back on big pharma’s strategy




d

Pranayam, veggie smoothies and adventure sports

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




d

Trust instincts, avoid quick fixes

Amit Saneja, CEO, Educate Online, on his exercise routine, mindful eating and ways to sustainable health.




d

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




d

Dial M for mental health support and ring-in resilience

From workplace woes to societal pressures, it’s time mental health became a priority




d

World Mosquito Day

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




d

Clinical trial waiver, a step to improve patient access, in need of guardrails

Experts call for ensuring patient safety while expanding access to new drugs




d

Mindful eating, short walks and melatonin window of sleep

Founder & CEO, Khyaal, Hemanshu Jain, on his exercise routine, practising mindful eating and more.




d

Fresh meals, light dinners & walking the dogs

CEO & Co-Founder of Dozee, Mudit Dandwate, on his five tips to maintain health




d

Lung cancer, in need of local research

Lung cancer in India presents unique challenges, with different patterns, genetics, and treatment options compared to the western world.




d

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




d

Advent of an assisted baby boom

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




d

Golf, gluten-free diet, and music

Personal fitness diary




d

Days in our lives



  • Bindu D Menon

d

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



  • Bindu D Menon

d

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




d

Maharashtra’s sugar mills warn of potential halt to cane crushing season over MSP and ethanol price stalemate

Despite annual hikes in the Fair and Remunerative Price (FRP) for sugarcane, the MSP of sugar has remained unchanged since 2019




d

Centre launches mobile app for grievance redressal of rice millers

Move to enchance transparency, accountability




d

Subdued blenders’ demand hits Coonoor tea auctions sales 

Sales drop to less than 70 per cent in leaf and dust




d

High moisture content leaves cotton growers worried in some Indian States

Telangana and Maharashtra badly hit as CCI looks for low moisture content




d

Centre asks sugar mills to pack 20% of production in jute bags

Warns of action against units not heeding to mandatory order




d

NSRCEL launches second cohort of Circular Economy programme

Pernod Ricard India Foundation to offer continued support




d

UPL recognised as top patent applicant in agro-chemical research

This recognition comes from the Global Innovation Index (GII) 2024, which annually ranks the world’s economies based on their innovation capabilities




d

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




d

Helping lift economic status of rural women — the Kissandhan way!

The SLCM subsidiary offers short-term loans, plans new products with longer term




d

India’s H1 agriculture exports a tad lower at $12.13 billion on dip in cereal shipments

As per APEDA, the fall in non-basmati rice exports pulled down the overall cereal shipments by 8.35 per cent to $5.22 billion during April-September period from corresponding last year’s $5.69 billion




d

Rubber Board urges tyre makers to continue procuring rubber in domestic market

Mutual support of all stakeholders crucial in the value chain for sustainable market, says Board’s ED




d

US imposes 5.7% CVD on India’s frozen shrimp exports

Washington’s hefty levy may jeopardise exports; Ecuador in comparison will face 3.75% duty, Indonesia and Vietnam 2.84%




d

6 weather models point to La Nina not emerging during Nov-Feb, says Australia’s BoM

IOD negative conditions likely by November, but may turn neutral by December




d

Ethanol producers may require 11.3 million tonnes of maize this year

Question mark over availability of the coarse cereal from kharif as the jury is out on the acreage




d

Syngenta signs MoUs with CSSRI and HAU on crop productivity, sustainable agriculture

MoUs aim to implement projects related to capacity building of rural youth in agriculture and allied sciences, safe use of crop protection chemicals and adoption of new technologies, among other things




d

Global rice prices drop over 10% after India lifts all curbs on exports

Arrival of new crop in Pakistan, Myanmar add to the pressure on the market




d

Mustard sown in 18.76 lakh ha in Rajasthan till Oct-end

Over 46 per cent of the targetted area of 40.50 lakh ha has been covered in the largest producing state




d

Maharashtra cashew board plans to expand area under the crop, promote organic farming

Plans promoting the State’s produce as unique brand, says director Patil




d

3F Oil Palm partners Karnataka horticulture department to support growers

The company said this partnership will provide farmers with access to advanced agricultural technologies, training programs, and essential resources to enhance productivity and support Karnataka’s growing horticultural sector




d

CMFRI develops eco-friendly fish feed from black soldier fly larvae 

CMFRI transferred the technology to Amala Ecoclean, a start-up focusing on sustainable waste management and environmental solutions, for large-scale commercial production




d

Icrisat DG to take over as WAF Secretary General

Jacqueline d’Arros Hughes transitions from Icrisat to World Agriculture Forum, succeeded by Himanshu Pathak in Hyderabad




d

Storage in India’s key reservoirs unchanged for 4th week in a row

The 155 major reservoirs were filled to 87 per cent of capacity; level in 4 States below normal




d

Fertilizer subsidy payout declines in April-September

Global price drop led to 38% dip in nutrient-based fertilizer subsidy payout, impacting domestic fertilizer sales




d

Blue Pearl, a new fish farmer producer company launched in Kodungallur

Highlighting the rapid growth of the fisheries sector, the Minister said the Centre has outlined several schemes dedicated to strengthening the fisheries sector




d

Big boost to rice procurement in second fortnight of October, Central purchase reaches 84 lakh tonnes

The purchases were 48 per cent lower at 20.7 lt in until October 15, whereas in the second fortnight over 63 lt rice was procured by the Centre




d

India’s night temperature rise in October breaks all time record, November may be ‘above normal’

October was the warmest pan-India basis since 1901, with the mean temperature recording 1.23 degree Celsius above normal




d

India’s journey towards biofuel leadership

With continued government support, private sector investment, and public participation, India can become a global biofuel leader




d

Heavy rains lash Southern India; IMD forecasts more downpour for Tamil Nadu and Kerala

Reports indicate that this rainfall is expected to continue for the next 2-3 days,




d

Can solar energy transform farms for sustainable agriculture and environmental conservation?

Time to follow ancient belief of sun and farm produce to help improve economics of agriculture