Government of West Bengal Revises Minimum Wage Rates for Scheduled Employments (2025)
Government of West Bengal Revised the minimum wage rates for scheduled employments in the state, effective from January 1, 2025 to June 30, 2025.
NPPA Approves Separate Pricing for Cipla’s Synchrobreathe Inhaler Device
The National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) has approved separate pricing for Cipla Ltd.’s “Synchrobreathe Inhaler Device” when used with specific Budesonide and Formoterol formulations. This decision follows recommendations from a Multidisciplinary Committee of Experts and aims to promote incremental innovation in drug delivery.
NPPA Fixes Retail Prices For 65 Formulations
The National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) has fixed the retail prices for 65 pharmaceutical formulations. The retail price for these specified formulations must match the specified price. Manufacturers are required to submit a price list in Form–V via IPDMS to the National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) and provide copies to State Drug Controllers and dealers.
NPPA Revises Ceiling Prices for Scheduled Formulations
The National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) has issued an order fixing ceiling prices for several essential medicines and revising prices for others based on a review order. The new prices, effective from December 19, 2024, aim to ensure affordability and accessibility of essential drugs.
Ministry of Labour and Employment Declares Nuclear Fuel and Atomic Energy Industry as Public Utility Service for Six More Months
Ministry of Labour and Employment Declares Nuclear Fuel and Atomic Energy Industry as Public Utility Service until December 28th 2024
FSSAI Reduces Sample Size for Imported Vitamin D2 to 50 Grams
Authorized Officers are now directed to draw a representative sample of at least 50 grams of imported Vitamin D2. This will consist of two samples of 25 grams each. This change addresses concerns raised about the previous requirement of 500 grams, considering Vitamin D2’s high cost.
ESIC Issues Warning on “Not of Standard Quality” Drug
Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) issued a critical notification regarding the testing of a drug found to be “Not of Standard Quality”
India’s Pharmaceutical Industry With Ambitious Growth Plans
India’s pharmaceutical industry is a significant force in the global market, boasting a strong domestic presence and a rapidly growing export sector. National Institutes of Pharmaceutical Education & Research (NIPERs) spearhead research efforts.
New Process for Verification of Additional Medical Qualifications in India
Previously, NMC verified qualifications directly with issuing institutions. However, NBEMS has implemented a new online system called the “Credential Verification Online Portal (CVOP)” to streamline this process. The online CVOP system is expected to improve the efficiency and transparency of the verification process for medical practitioners seeking NMC’s AQ certificates.
India Promotes Integrated Healthcare with Ayush Integration
The Government of India has been actively promoting the integration of Ayush systems of medicine (Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha, and Homoeopathy) into the mainstream healthcare system. The Ministry of Health & Family Welfare and the Ministry of Ayush are working collaboratively to implement the co-location strategy.
