Himachal Leads Nation in Substandard Drugs: 49 Fail
Himachal Pradesh reports the highest number of substandard drug samples in India. 49 samples failed quality tests, raising serious concerns about public health and pharmaceutical regulation.
Himachal Pradesh reports the highest number of substandard drug samples in India. 49 samples failed quality tests, raising serious concerns about public health and pharmaceutical regulation.
The Supreme Court has agreed to hear SAD leader Bikram Singh Majithia's plea for bail in a drugs case. The hearing is scheduled for July 15. Read the latest legal developments.
A special court in Ahmedabad sentenced two individuals to prison for possessing over 31g of mephedrone. One convict is a repeat offender. Details on the NDPS Act case and acquittals inside.
Maharashtra FDA cancels licences of 13 medical stores & suspends 32 for selling intoxicant tablets without prescription in Nanded. Read the full crackdown details.
Karnataka Assembly passes the Drugs and Cosmetics (Amendment) Bill, 2024, enhancing penalties for spurious drug manufacturers and regulating online pharmacy sales. Learn the key changes.
Karnataka's amended drug legislation contains significant practical flaws, with lawmakers accused of overlooking ground realities. Expert analysis reveals potential implementation hurdles.
Parliament has approved the Insurance Amendment Bill 2025, amending three key laws: the Insurance Act, 1938, LIC Act, 1956, and IRDA Act, 1999. Read about the sector's transformation.
Kerala Police arrested 46 individuals and seized drugs in a major statewide drive. Over 1,200 suspects were questioned. Authorities vow continued strict action. Report tips to 9497927797.
Mumbai's Anti Narcotic Cell seized cocaine, ecstasy, and ganja worth nearly Rs 10 crore in two operations, arresting a Nigerian national and another suspect. Details inside.
Shark Tank India's Anupam Mittal comments on Ozempic's India launch, its ₹8,800/month price, and the 2026 patent expiry that could 5x the market. Read his take on fitness shortcuts vs. discipline.
Delhi's Drugs Control department sealed a shop & collected 204 samples from 27 wholesale dealers in a major drive against illegal drug trade. Health Minister vows zero tolerance for spurious medicines.
Guntur district police launched a massive 'Drugs Vaddu Bro' cycle rally to warn youth about drug abuse's severe legal consequences. Learn about the initiative and its key messages.
Orissa High Court directs excise commissioner to decide within two weeks on a 63-year-old man's plea to increase his monthly medical opium quota, citing health deterioration.
Jammu & Kashmir Police dismantle a major narco-terror network, arresting six and seizing heroin worth Rs 30 crore and weapons. Read the full investigation details.
Uttar Pradesh STF arrests two drug peddlers, seizes 523 grams of high-grade MDMA in Lucknow. The interstate syndicate sourced drugs from Delhi, Bihar. Read the full investigation details.
Indore police arrested Amjad from Khajrana with 53.39 grams of MD drugs and a scooter during a surveillance drive near the veterinary hospital. He confessed to reselling narcotics for quick money. #Indore #DrugBust
Mohali court convicts Ranjit Singh for smuggling thousands of narcotic capsules. He gets 12 years rigorous imprisonment and a Rs 1.5 lakh fine. Two co-accused declared absconders. Read the full details.
Haryana FDA and police raided a Sirsa medical store and intercepted a vehicle, seizing thousands of illegal intoxicant tablets. Two arrested. Details on the crackdown here.
UP Police's STF uncovers a major interstate network. Two Prayagraj medical firms face FIRs for illegal purchase and sale of codeine-based cough syrup. Details inside.
Shaily Engineering and Gland Pharma positioned to benefit from India's semaglutide gold rush as patent expiry opens market for generic weight-loss drugs. Discover how these companies are preparing.
Goa Police acquire handheld narcotic analyzers for instant drug detection during raids. New technology can identify multiple substances and store 10,000 samples. Read about Goa's intensified war on drugs.
Union Minister Bittu appeals to Himachal residents to support anti-drug campaign. Learn how communities can fight drug menace together for a safer state.
Meghalaya Police's anti-narcotic task force apprehended two drug peddlers near Shillong, recovering 17.22 grams of heroin and 39 nitrazepam tablets. Read the full investigation details.
Novo Nordisk reduces Wegovy's price by 37% in India as it faces patent loss and competition from Eli Lilly's Mounjaro and upcoming generic versions. Discover the new costs.
Trump administration secures obesity drug price cuts with Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk. Medicare coverage expansion opens 30 million patient market starting April 2026. Read analysis.
Exclusive investigation reveals the secret journey of confiscated drugs in India's tech capital - from police vaults to scientific destruction methods that prevent environmental damage.
Former President Donald Trump reveals groundbreaking agreement with pharmaceutical giants to dramatically reduce costs of popular weight loss medications, promising relief for millions struggling with obesity.
In a major breakthrough for weight management, the White House has secured a deal that significantly reduces prices of popular drugs Ozempic and Wegovy, making effective weight loss treatment more accessible across India.
In a major victory for American patients, pharmaceutical titans Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk announce significant price reductions for popular weight-loss medications after Trump's intervention.
In a major crackdown on drug trafficking, Assam Police intercepts huge consignment of illegal Yaba tablets in Cachar district, arresting two key suspects in coordinated operation.