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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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The rising global tide of genomics for public health

Genomics is advancing our understanding of the genetic basis of health and disease and shaping strategies to promote population health.




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BP alert!

Hypertension is a major cause of premature death worldwide




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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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Walks, conscious nutrition and switching off with Buzo

Akshay Chaturvedi, Founder CEO of Leverage.biz, shares tips on health, fitness and his beloved German shepherd




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More than just a number: A call to improve adverse event reporting

Heal the hurt: Redressal and support are critical to keep the faith in the system from breaking down




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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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Reproductive healthcare to the fore

Call to modernise MTP laws, to create a future where every woman receives the care and support she deserves throughout her reproductive journey, gets stronger




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Self-care, 24/7

June 24 marks the beginning of Self-Care Month




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Making India a go-to for medical treatment

India stands at the crossroads of innovation and tradition, offering medical solutions for the world, where life-saving treatments are delivered with precision and care




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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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Boosting health insurance coverage

In a landmark move, the IRDAI’s recent guidelines aim to streamline and enhance the health insurance claims process. Groundbreaking among them is setting the three-hour timeline on cashless claims. 




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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




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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.




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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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Dial M for mental health support and ring-in resilience

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




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World Mosquito Day

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




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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




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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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Mindful eating, short walks and melatonin window of sleep

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




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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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Fresh meals, light dinners & walking the dogs

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




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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.




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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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Golf, gluten-free diet, and music

Personal fitness diary




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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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Companies harness pester-power to boost sales



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Days in our lives



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



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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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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




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Centre launches mobile app for grievance redressal of rice millers

Move to enchance transparency, accountability




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Subdued blenders’ demand hits Coonoor tea auctions sales 

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




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High moisture content leaves cotton growers worried in some Indian States

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




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

Warns of action against units not heeding to mandatory order




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NSRCEL launches second cohort of Circular Economy programme

Pernod Ricard India Foundation to offer continued support




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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




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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




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

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




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Ninjacart pares losses to ₹259 cr for fiscal 2024

Operating revenues up 74 per cent % at Rs ₹2002 cr on volume growth




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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




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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




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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




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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




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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