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‘Weight loss drugs serious medicines for serious problem, shouldn’t be used recklessly,’ warns AIIMS expert
Mar 23, 2026New Delhi , March 23 (ANI): The generic semaglutide has entered the Indian market at a huge discount compared to innovator products already available, according to an expert from AIIMS, Dr Nikhil Tandon, professor and HOD... -
“Strict pharmaco vigilance a must, more data needed,” caution doctors as generic GLP-1 drugs enter market
Mar 20, 2026New Delhi , March 20 (ANI): With the patent expirations for GLP-1 drugs, used for treating type 2 diabetes and obesity, major Pharma companies in India are lining up cheaper generic alternatives.These alternatives are likely to... -
Harish Rana Euthanasia case: Ex-AIIMS Head advocates dignified end with support without causing direct harm
Mar 17, 2026New Delhi , March 17 (ANI): Former Head of the Department of Onco-Anaesthesia, Pain and Palliative Care at AIIMS Delhi, Doctor Sushma Bhatnagar, who earlier handled the case of Harish Rana, stressed the importance of providing... -
CDSCO issues advisory to curb misleading promotion of prescription medications for obesity
Mar 11, 2026New Delhi , March 11 (ANI): The Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) has issued an advisory to pharmaceutical manufacturers, importers, and marketing authorization holders to ensure strict compliance with the provisions of the Dru......Read More -
Centre to roll out free HPV vaccination for adolescent girls across India soon: official sources
Feb 24, 2026New Delhi , February 24 (ANI): In a major leap for women's health and making cancer treatment more accessible, the Central government is set to launch a nationwide HPV vaccination programme, official sources stated on Tuesday.Speaking... -
Glucose remains best test for diabetes diagnosis; HbA1c cannot be used as single test, says top expert
Feb 11, 2026New Delhi , February 11 (ANI): On the Lancet study claiming that the HbA1c (glycated haemoglobin) alone could delay diagnosis of diabetes, Chairman, Mohan's Diabetes Specialities Centre, V Mohan said, "This article is a review article...... -
Predominant circulation of viral agents, particularly Influenza A, Metapneumovirus, and Influenza B in Delhi NCR: Experts
Feb 8, 2026New Delhi , February 8 (ANI): Medical experts in Delhi NCR have observed widespread circulation of respiratory viruses, with Influenza A (H3N2) emerging as a leading driver of the current surge. This wave is characterised by... -
Ghaziabad sisters’ suicide: Multiple factors at play, ‘Korean Games’ not sole reason, says AIIMS expert
Feb 6, 2026Ghaziabad (Uttar Pradesh) , February 6 (ANI): Amid the tragic death of three minor sisters who allegedly jumped to their deaths in Ghaziabad, Professor of Psychiatry at AIIMS Delhi, Dr Rajesh Sagar said that the incident... -
“Reduction in foreign funds requires restructuring, but won’t impact health of our citizens”: Experts on Lancet Study
Feb 3, 2026New Delhi , February 3 (ANI): A recent Lancet Global Health study warning that sharp reductions in global development assistance could reverse health gains and lead to millions of additional deaths worldwide has triggered discussion among... -
Union Budget 2026 takes major steps to overcome shortcomings in Pharma sector, says ICMR DG
Feb 2, 2026New Delhi , February 2 (ANI): Speaking on the Union Budget 2026-27, Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) Director General Rajiv Bahl noted that the government has initiated a significant push to transform the country's pharmaceutical...
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Dabur moves Delhi High Court against FSSAI order restricting sale of products carrying ‘100% Pure’, ‘100% Natural’ claims
New Delhi , August 7 (ANI): FMCG major Dabur India Ltd. has approached the Delhi High Court challenging an order issued by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) directing it to... -
Raveena Tandon urges compassion for stray animals at ‘Ohh My Dog’ screening
Mumbai (Maharashtra) , August 6 (ANI): Actor Raveena Tandon has voiced the need to show compassion towards animals, expressing concern over what she described as a growing rise in cruelty against stray animals.In a...