Draft Pharmacy Regulations To Include Manner of Holding Enquiry, Imposing Penalty and Preferring Appeal
The Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) has released draft regulations for public comment to address false claims of registration by pharmacy practitioners and to provide for the manner of holding enquiry, imposing penalty and preferring appeal. The PCI is inviting comments on the proposed regulations by August 8, 2024.
Delhi High Court Clarifies That Pharmacy Course Approvals To Be One-Time
The Delhi High Court has passed a judgment quashing the necessity for yearly continuation of approval for pharmacy course of study. Delhi High Court declared that yearly continuation applications and PERC charges are not authorized by the Pharmacy Act, 1948.
New Mobile Inspection App Streamlines PCI Inspection Process
Inspectors must prioritize data security by safeguarding sensitive information and avoiding unauthorized access. Inspectors must also record inspection findings directly within the app for accurate and timely reporting and enable location services to geotag captured photos.
Pharmacy Institutions Celebrate 10th International Day of Yoga
This year’s theme, “Yoga for Self and Society,” underscores the practice’s potential to benefit both individuals and communities. The Ministry has prepared a handbook and made digital resources available online to support IDY activities and ensure their success. All pharmacy institutions are encouraged to participate in this celebration and to submit action-taken reports to the Ministry of Ayush, with a copy to the Pharmacy Council of India.
PCI Issues Guidelines For Inspectors Towards Inspection Process Of Academic Year 2024-2025
The inspections will be carried out by specially empaneled inspectors. The inspections shall be conducted entirely through a mobile application (PCI Inspection App) available on Google Play Store for Android devices. Inspectors shall verify the adequacy of infrastructural facilities, Human Resources and other facilities as specified under Education Regulations for various pharmacy
Programmes.
Pharmacy Institutions Directed to Strictly Follow UGC and State Government Regulations
The Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) has issued a directive reminding pharmacy institutions to strictly adhere to the regulations set forth by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and their respective State Governments. This directive stems from a decision made by the PCI’s 406th Executive Committee meeting held in March 2024.
Pharmacy Council of India Reminds State Councils of Annual Fee Obligation
The Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) has issued a reminder to state pharmacy councils regarding their annual fee payment. The fee must be paid via a Demand Draft drawn in favor of “Pharmacy Council of India” payable at New Delhi.
Pharmacy Council of India Announces Mobile Inspections for 2024-2025 Session
The Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) has announced the commencement of inspection processes for pharmacy institutions for the upcoming 2024-2025 academic session. The circular states that all inspections will be conducted using a dedicated mobile application available on the Google Play Store.
PCI Permits Corrections In SIF Database For 2024-2025 Academic Session
It is imperative for all concerned institutions to take note that this extension marks the final opportunity to correct their filled SIF for the upcoming academic session. Hence, the PCI will allow corrections on its portal from January 31, 2024 till February 2, 2024.
PCI Extends Application Deadline for 2024-2025 Academic Session
Stakeholders from across the pharmaceutical education sector had expressed concerns and requested additional time for the submission of applications. Acknowledging these appeals, the PCI has now granted an extension, setting the new deadline for application submission on January 30, 2024.
