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Youthful Leadership, Strategic Vision: Chirag Pan at the Helm of PAN Health
Chirag Pan, CEO & MD of PAN Health
SIPs Over Health? 51% GenZ Invest But Postpone Buying Insurance Cover, Says Report
Digital platforms are shaping insurance awareness but not necessarily buying behaviour.
Healthcare demand is outstripping supply in Noida, says MOFSL; prefers Medanta, Max Healthcare
Noida-Greater Noida is rapidly becoming a prime healthcare hub in North India, fueled by population growth and corporate expansion. Despite increasing capacity, the region faces a significant shortage of super-specialty beds. Strong demand for various medical services is evident, with hospitals experiencing rising occupancy and robust revenue. Infrastructure development further bolsters the market's long-term potential, though doctor availability remains a challenge.
Custom Health Holdings Share Price Today | TSX: CHLT - Investing.com India
Custom Health Holdings Share Price Today | TSX: CHLTInvesting.com India
Shelf-life norms for imported drugs may be relaxed to reduce wastage
India is set to revise rules for imported medicines, proposing a 12-month minimum residual shelf life instead of the current 60% rule. This aims to ease business and reduce wastage, particularly for drugs with longer expiry dates. However, biological and radiopharmaceutical products will retain the stricter 60% requirement due to public health concerns. Other quality and safety regulations remain unchanged.
ITC charts growth through FMCG, digital farming and fresh foods
ITC Ltd is aggressively pursuing a medium-term growth strategy, aiming to become India's top FMCG player by bolstering core brands and exploring new health and convenience offerings. The company is also scaling its digital agriculture platform, ITCMAARS, to significantly boost farmer incomes and yields. Further expansion is planned for its fresh food business and sustainable packaging solutions, with a commitment to net-zero operations by 2050.
WHO seeks details from India over oxytocin-linked deaths; licences of manufacturer cancelled
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has sought details from the Indian government after reports linked oxytocin injections made by Jackson Laboratories to maternal deaths in Rajasthan. The Centre said this is part of a routine global pharmacovigilance process and not a finding against the product or manufacturer.
Chips or chocolates, India's brands want you to pay more for a fitter you
From millet chips and protein-rich chocolates to science-backed skincare, FMCG companies are increasingly premiumising everyday products to drive growth beyond volumes. Backed by rising demand for health, nutrition and convenience, brands are leveraging trusted names to launch higher-margin variants, while industry data shows premium categories continuing to outpace the broader market despite concerns over whether healthier claims always translate into better nutrition.
Kaisa Health Holdings Share Price Today | HK: 2954 - Investing.com India
Kaisa Health Holdings Share Price Today | HK: 2954Investing.com India
Health ministry issues proposal for one-year residual shelf life for imported drugs
The Union Health Ministry is proposing to relax import rules for medicines, requiring a minimum 12-month shelf life upon arrival instead of the current 60% of total shelf life. This move aims to simplify business operations and ensure medicine availability. The change, however, will not affect specialized drugs like biologicals and radiopharmaceuticals. Officials believe this will cut down wastage and improve inventory management, ultimately benefiting patients.
Venezuela Earthquakes: Around 235 Dead, 4,300 Injured, Says Health Minister Alvarado
The number of dead and injured is expected to rise with thousands reported missing after the 7.2- and 7.5-magnitude earthquakes that struck Wednesday evening, which was among the strongest in Venezuela in more than a century.
CDSCO asks states, port offices to step up screening to curb imports of illegal drugs
India's drug regulator is intensifying border screenings to block unapproved medicines from entering the country. Authorities are cracking down on illegal import channels and boosting surveillance in vulnerable areas like coastal regions and logistics hubs. State drug controllers are urged to gather intelligence and work with law enforcement to seize and prosecute those involved in the unauthorized trade of medicines, safeguarding public health.