Budget 2026–27: Rs. 1,06,530.42 crore allocated to Ministry of Health and Family Welfare

The Union Budget 2026–27 accords strong priority to the upgradation and expansion of healthcare infrastructure and medical education

PHARMEXCIL holds high-level talks with government to boost India’s pharma exports

India’s pharmaceutical sector stands at a pivotal inflection point

Exports of AYUSH and herbal products touches US$ 689 million in 2024–25

India’s traditional medicine systems have also earned formal recognition in key bilateral trade agreements

Indian Vice President calls for global recognition of traditional medicine

He noted the enduring relevance of Siddha medicine as “a comprehensive, preventive and sustainable healthcare system in the contemporary world

Cupid to set up FMCG manufacturing facility in Saudi Arabia

The plant is expected to enhance regional supply capabilities

Pharma overhaul: EMA hails “Once-in-a-Generation” reform

The reform is set to modernise how medicines are developed, authorised, and made available across the EU

DBT, BIRAC and CEPI renew cooperation agreement for vaccine development

DBT and BIRAC have partnered with CEPI since 2019, for cooperation on vaccine development for diseases of epidemic potential

Merck KGaA’s Cladribine capsules gain FDA fast track for rare neuromuscular disorder

Novartis opens radioligand therapy facility in Carlsbad, US

Novartis is the only pharmaceutical company with a dedicated commercial RLT portfolio

Novartis opens radioligand therapy manufacturing facility in California

New site expands manufacturing footprint to meet future demand; ensures continued on-time delivery rate of >99.9% to patients across western US, Alaska and Hawaii