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Amit Mookim steps in as CEO of Immuneel Therapeutics

Bengaluru-based Immuneel Therapeutics, a pioneering cell and gene therapy platform, has announced the appointment of Amit Mookim as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

Meril expands healthcare education network with opening of Satellite Academy in Kochi

Meril, a global medical technology and education leader, has expanded its healthcare education network by launching the Meril Satellite Academy in Kerala’s port city, Kochi.

Skye Air Mobility partners with CARITAS Hospital for drone-based medical deliveries in Kottayam

New Delhi-based startup Skye Air Mobility, a leading drone technology-based logistics firm, has announced a collaboration with CARiTAS Hospital & Institute of Health Sciences, Kottayam, Kerala, to revolutionise medical deliveries through drone technology.

Pristyn Care partners with CureMyKnee to establish CoE for joint replacement surgeries

Gurugram-based startup Pristyn Care, a leading healthcare provider specialising in advanced secondary care surgeries, is establishing a Centre for Excellence (CoE) in Joint Replacement Surgeries with Cure My Knee.

Vipragen, Zumutor form strategic alliance in biologics CRO sector

Bengaluru-based companies Vipragen Biosciences and Zumutor Biologics have announced a strategic partnership to set up an endto-end Biologics Contract Research Organisation (CRO) platform to support discovery, clone to preclinical development of biologics/biosimilars.

Cambrian Bioworks raises $1.45 M to transform molecular diagnostics in India

Bengaluru-based biotechnology startup Cambrian Bioworks has secured $1.45 million in seed funding.

Health Minister introduces National Medical Register Portal of National Medical Commission

Union Minister for Health & Family Welfare, Jagat Prakash Nadda recently inaugurated the National Medical Register (NMR) Portal of the National Medical Commission (NMC) for registration of all the MBBS doctors who are eligible for registration in India, in presence of Union Minister of State (MoS) for Health & Family Welfare, Anupriya Patel and virtual presence of Union MoS for Health & Family Welfare, Prataprao Jadhav.

Centre launches National Strategy For Prevention of Unintentional Injury

The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India and World Health Organization (WHO) released India's National Strategy For Prevention of Unintentional Injury at #Safety2024: 15th World Conference on Injury Prevention and Safety Promotion on September 2 in New Delhi.

"Bridge the gap and accelerate India's advancements in innovative therapies"

Dr Ramesh Mundlamuri has over 19 years of experience in various biopharmaceutical organizations and has ample experience in various divisions and sections of the biopharmaceutical industry, including Research & Development, Technology Transfer, Commercial Manufacturing, Product & Process Development, Operations Management and so on.

Bharat BioEconomy to touch.$30 trillion by 2050: IBER 2024

“The Indian BioEconomy is projected to rise to $30 trillion by 2050, within a global economy valued at $228 trillion, representing a significant increase in its economic share from 4 to 13 per cent,” according to the India BioEconomy Report (IBER 2024), prepared for 'Make In India Facilitation Cell for Biotechnology' of Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC), by Association of Biotechnology Led Enterprises (ABLE).

TELANGANA WAGES WAR AGAINST COUNTERFEIT DRUGS

Telangana contributes nearly one-third to India’s production and one-fifth to its exports in the pharmaceutical sector.

BHARAT EYES GLOBAL BIOMANUFACTURING DOMINANCE: Boosting Innovation, Collaboration & Entrepreneurship with BioE3 Policy

Bharat has demonstrated a strong economic growth in the past decade and is poised to be amongst the global leaders in the next industrial revolution by leveraging emerging technologies and new innovative solutions.

Economic Survey Lays Focus On Mental Healthcare For The First Time

For the first time ever, the Economic Survey 2023-24 tabled by the Union Minister of Finance and Corporate Affairs Nirmala Sitharaman in Parliament recently, talks extensively about mental health, its significance and implications on policy recommendations.

IIT-G discovers RNA-destroying function of p30 protein in African Swine Fever Virus

Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (IIT-G) researchers have investigated the biochemistry of the African Swine Fever Virus (ASFV) protein, focusing on understanding the biochemical processes of infection to devise effective control strategies.

13th Bengaluru INDIA NANO 2024 brings together 1018 delegates, 3,000+ visitors

The 13th edition of Bengaluru INDIA NANO 2024, organised by the Department of Science & Technology, Government of Karnataka, Karnataka Science & Technology Promotion Society (KSTePS), and Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR) concluded on August 3 with participation of 1018 delegates, 11 countries including Korea, Morocco, USA, UK, France, Canada, Germany, Netherlands, Russia, Japan, and Poland, 49 exhibitors comprising 21 startups and 28 industry and institutes, and 200 posters. The exhibition had a footfall of 3,000+ visitors.

Are Nutraceuticals DRUGS? Examining a Needless Regulatory Tussle

The news has been around for a while which has put a big question mark ahead of the Indian nutraceuticals industry.

Can India Reclaim API Throne from China?

Despite having the third-largest pharmaceutical industry by volume in the world and being the largest manufacturer of generic medicines globally, India is heavily dependent on China for imports of raw materials, Key Starting Materials (KSMs), and Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs).

JRS Pharma & Gujarat Microwax open new manufacturing facility in Mehsana

JRS Pharma, a leading manufacturer of excipients, in partnership with Gujarat Microwax, has commissioned a new manufacturing facility for cotton-based croscarmellose sodium.

NovaLead's patented repurposed drug for treating DFU gets CDSCO approval

Pune-based NovaLead Pharma has announced that the drug regulator in India, Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), has approved their patented Repurposed Drug for treatment of Diabetic Foot Ulcer (DFU) which is a global unmet medical need.

Medicamen Organics expands footprint in East Africa with $75,000 investment in Rwanda

Delhi-based pharma company Medicamen Organics has taken a significant step in its global expansion strategy by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Depot Pharmacy Yego in Rwanda.

Mankind Pharma acquires 100% stake in Bharat Serums and Vaccines for Rs 13,630 Cr

Mankind Pharma has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire a 100 per cent stake in Bharat Serums and Vaccines Limited (BSV) from Advent International, for an enterprise value of approx.

Thyrocare buys Polo Labs' pathology diagnostic biz to strengthen Northern India presence

Mumbai-based Thyrocare, a leading diagnostic and preventive healthcare service provider in India, has entered into a Business Transfer Agreement with Polo Labs to acquire their pathology diagnostic business.

Ministry of Ayush inks donor agreement with WHO

The Ministry of Ayush, Government of India and the World Health Organization (WHO) have signed a Donor Agreement during a signing ceremony organised at WHO Headquarters in Geneva.

Why India Must Turn Biosimilar Powerhouse By 2030

Biosimilars could potentially enhance patient access to treatment of various malignant and nonmalignant conditions by reducing costs. Since the introduction of the first biosimilar in 2000 in India, a vaccine for hepatitis B, the development and utilisation of "biosimilars or similar biologics" have experienced significant growth.

VEGFR1 enzyme holds key to medical solutions for colon and renal cancers

Researchers at the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER), Kolkata have decoded the molecular mechanism in which a cell surface receptor belonging to the family of enzymes that bind growth factors, regulate cell differentiation, proliferation, survival, metabolism, and migration, prevents cancers.

Addressing Rare Disease Treatments with Biosimilars and Orphan Drugs

Approximately 10,000 rare diseases (RDS) impact about 400 million people worldwide, with 30 million in the United States alone.

Cementing India's place as global leader in biosimilars

Over the past decade, biologics and biosimilars have taken centre stage in medical advancements. Their potential in treating diseases previously considered untreatable, such as certain types of cancer, autoimmune disorders, and rare genetic conditions, has changed the face of healthcare. India, with its robust biotechnology and information technology sectors, has embraced this shift and is making significant strides in the development and manufacturing of biological drugs.

Union Budget Drives Home.'VIKSIT BHARAT' MANTRA

Presenting the Union Budget for the seventh time in a row on July 23, the Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs, Nirmala Sitharaman proposed to abolish 'angel tax' for all classes of investors and announced several measures like operationalisation of the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) for basic research and prototype development and setting up a mechanism for spurring private sector-driven research and innovation at commercial scale with a financing pool of Rs 1 lakh crore in line with the announcement in the interim budget.

Takeda signs patent licence agreement with Cipla, Sun Pharma to commercialise GERD drug in India

Mumbai-based pharmaceutical firms Cipla and Sun Pharma have signed a non-exclusive patent licence agreement with Takeda Pharmaceutical Company for 'Vonoprazan' for the Indian market for treating acid-related illnesses among patients.

Navin Molecular injects $35 M for expanding manufacturing capabilities

Navin Molecular, a Madhya Pradesh-headquartered Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisation (CDMO), has announced a significant investment of Rs 288 crore (approximately $35 million) to expand its GMP manufacturing plant in Dewas.