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1. The Madras High Court has imposed a ban on the manufacture, sale, transport, and use of 28 types of single-use plastic items across the areas like the Nilgiris, Kodaikanal, and the Agathiyar Biosphere. Banned items include plastic bottles, food wrapping films, thermocol plates and cups, plastic-coated tableware, straws, carry bags, etc.
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2. Indian food regulator FSSAI, in response to an RTI, has stated that it lacks authority to regulate baby milk products under the Infant Milk Substitutes, Feeding Bottles, and Infant Foods (Regulation of Production, Supply and Distribution) Act, which regulates baby food marketing, placing enforcement responsibility on the Women and Child Development Ministry.
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3. India’s Health Ministry has released a notification restricting the manufacture and sale of a popular anti cold drug until there is a warning on labels stating they should not be used in children below four years. The notification will take effect from the date of its publication in the Official Gazette.
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4. Private hospitals in Nagaland have reportedly suspended admitting patients under Ayushman Bharat, Pradhan Mantri Jan Aarogya Yojana and Chief Minister Health Insurance Scheme from April 17, 2025, due to unpaid dues. The Nagaland Private Doctors Association urged authorities to resolve the issue so services can resume without further delay.
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5. The UK Government has enacted significant reforms to clinical trials regulation. Effective from April 11, 2025, with full implementation by April 2026, the new rules aim to streamline trial approvals, enhance patient safety, enable innovation, and help more people benefit from participating in vital research.
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1. India’s Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has released guidelines for the establishment and operation of Common Bio-Medical Waste Treatment and Disposal Facilities (CBWTFs). These guidelines cover site selection, treatment technologies, infrastructure, record-keeping, and compliance monitoring to standardize practices across India.
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2. India’s Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has issued show cause notices to 11 Plastic Waste Processors (PWPs) for allegedly selling recycled plastic at unreasonably low prices. CPCB has ordered the cancellation of their registrations and imposed environmental compensation. The PWPs are required to respond or take appropriate action within 10 days from the date of issuance of the notice.
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3. India’s Central Government has notified an amendment to the list of psychotropic substances under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985. Pursuant to this amendment, the following substances have been included in the list of psychotropic substances: 3-Chloromethcathinone (3-CMC), Dipentylone, 2-Fluorodeschloroketamine, and Bromazolam.
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4. A sunscreen brand has agreed to take down and modify its advertisement campaign disparaging a competitor brand by claiming that it is ineffective, causes skin pigmentation and makes misleading claims. The modification will include removing the term “online bestseller” and other references.
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5. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has released a consultation on compliance with provisions of ‘Analogue in Dairy Context’ and is inviting public comments from the stakeholders. The authority aims clearly bifurcate ‘Dairy Analogues’ from regular dairy products. Stakeholders can send their suggestions by 15th June 2025.
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1. The Supreme Court of India has given Central government three months to enforce new food labelling rules which require Front-of-Pack-Warning Labels (FoPWL) for Packaged foods containing high level of sugar, salt, and saturated fat content, along with their recommended daily intake (RDA), in bold and prominent font on the front of packaging.
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2. Gujarat Food and Drug Control Administration has reportedly found fake QR codes on a top pharma brand’s medicine. Over 900 strips were seized in this counterfeit drug racket. A full-scale investigation, raids, forensic checks, and officer training are underway to trace sources and stop illegal supply chains.
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3. A survey across 303 Indian districts reportedly reveals that most side effects among medicines are caused by antibiotics. One in two people reported side effects from allopathy or AYUSH medicines. Experts warn that misuse of antibiotics without prescriptions is rising antimicrobial resistance, posing serious public health concerns
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4. India’s Gujarat Food and Drug Control Administration (FDCA) has launched India’s first mobile app for licensing allopathic, cosmetic, and Ayurvedic products, issuing over 900 licenses online. The FDCA-mDMLA mobile app boosts efficiency, transparency, and ease of doing business allowing real-time access and digital services.
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5. China has reportedly approved an amendment to General Requirements for Labels and Instructions of Disinfection Products, which mandates clearer warnings, font size requirements, and restrictions on misleading branding to enhance safety, transparency, and compliance in the disinfection product industry. The amendment is effective from May 1, 2025.
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1. India’s CDSCO has upgraded its online system to automatically generate the Market Standing Certificate (MSC), Non-Conviction Certificate (NCC) and Neutral Code for medical devices. Consequently, manufacturers and importers must reapply for these certificates, as all previously issued ones will become non-functional from April 9, 2025.
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2. India’s Supreme Court has introduced new guidelines for interpreting deeds and contracts. The guidelines emphasize using the literal rule, where words are given their plain meaning unless absurdity arises. If necessary, the golden rule may be applied and a shift to purposive interpretation based on the document’s context and objectives, ensuring clarity in legal agreements.
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3. The Bombay High Court issued an ex-parte ad-interim order against unidentified individuals selling counterfeit and illegally imported oral care products, restraining them from manufacturing, packaging, or distributing lookalike goods infringing trademark and copyright. A Court Receiver was appointed to oversee the identification and inventory of the infringing goods.
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4. The Supreme Court of India will hear petitions challenging the ₹50 lakh cap on government aid for rare disease treatments, including Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), following a High Court order. The SMA drug is cheaper in China and Pakistan due to negotiations with the manufacturer. The SC suggested the Centre explore similar negotiations and consider flexibility in approving aid beyond the ₹50 lakh cap on a case-by-case basis.
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5. The Government of Kerala has reportedly introduced digital payment systems in government hospitals to streamline service fee transactions, allowing patients to pay using UPI, debit, or credit cards. In addition, they have also introduced an online outpatient (OP) ticket, M-health app, and scan and book system.
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1. Indian Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) has introduced the Environment (Construction and Demolition) Waste Management Rules, 2025, effective from April 1, 2026. These Rules apply to construction, demolition, remodeling, renovation, and repair activities, with key provisions on Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and waste management plans.
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2. India’s Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) has issued a Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to streamline the transfer of drugs manufactured in Special Economic Zones (SEZs) to domestic markets (Domestic Tariff Area) for sale and distribution. SEZ units are exempted from mandatory import and registration requirements, provided these drugs are not diverted for domestic sale and are used exclusively for export purposes.
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3. Pune Municipal Corporation has issued notices to private hospitals instructing to not demand any advance deposit from patients seeking emergency medical care and to strictly follow the Bombay Nursing Home Registration Act, 1949, which forbids demanding any advance deposit from “emergency” patients.
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4. A content creator agreed to remove part of a podcast after a company objected to a guest’s remarks about an antiseptic product. The guest’s claims were considered disparaging. The court-approved settlement also required related social media posts to be deleted to protect the product’s reputation.
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5. A global agricultural company is helping Indian rice farmers adopt eco-friendly farming methods. These practices reduce harmful greenhouse gases. In return, the company will issue its first carbon credits, certified by Gold Standard, which environmentally conscious companies can purchase to offset their emissions.
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1.  The RBI’s revised draft for the Foreign Exchange Management (Export and Import of Goods and Services) Regulations, 2025, mandates repatriation of unutilized advances if imports aren’t completed within the contract period. If outstanding advances exceed Rs 25 crore, future imports must be secured with an irrevocable standby letter of credit or an international bank guarantee.
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2. Major global pharma companies are reportedly setting up Global Capability Centres (GCCs) in India, driven by the country’s tech talent amid the global economic slowdown. Experts predict that India’s GCC sector will surpass $100 billion by 2030, with significant growth in the Life Sciences and Healthcare sector.
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3. The Gujarat Food and Drug Administration has reportedly assured the Indian medical device manufacturers that the differential pricing order for cardiac stents, implemented under the Ayushman Bharat scheme, will be repealed. Under this scheme, stents approved by the US FDA are priced at Rs 25,000, while those approved by the Indian regulator are priced at Rs 12,000.
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4. India’s Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying (DAHD) has mandated that all poultry farms across the country must register with their respective state animal husbandry departments within a month. This initiative is part of the Centre’s strategy to enforce strict biosecurity measures in response to the ongoing H5N1 avian influenza outbreak affecting multiple states.
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5. The Supreme Court of India reportedly rejected a plea to ban children under 13 from social media which was filed over concerns about mental health and addiction. It stated the issue is a policy matter for the government, not the judiciary, and advised approaching relevant authorities or Parliament.
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1. The Indian Government amended the definitions of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) on March 21, raising investment and turnover limits.  This reclassification will move many medium-sized businesses to the small enterprise category, enabling access to benefits like public procurement, the GeM platform, and dispute resolution services.
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2. The Rajasthan High Court quashed a drug complaint, ruling that failing a dissolution test is a minor defect and not the ground for prosecution if the active pharmaceutical ingredient is within standard limits. The court held that slower dissolution doesn’t affect efficacy or make the drug spurious by itself.
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3. The United States Food and Drug Administration (US FDA) has rejected in vitro studies conducted by an India-based contract research organization due to significant data integrity issues. Certain generics relying on bioequivalence data from the affected studies are marked with a “BX,” indicating insufficient evidence for therapeutic equivalence, thereby impacting their market status and sale.
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4. The Association of Indian Medical Device Industry (AiMED) has reportedly criticized Gujarat Government’s new pricing for drug-eluting stents, which sets USFDA-approved stents at double the price of domestic-approved ones. The association urged the state to reverse the decision, noting that such price disparities are not observed globally.
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5. According to a fact sheet issued by the White House after the US President’s announcement, pharmaceutical products are not yet subject to reciprocal taxes, providing relief to Indian pharmaceutical companies that earn significant revenues from exports to the United States.
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1. CDSCO has proposed a draft list to revise the existing classification list of cardiovascular and neurological devices, categorizing 351 cardiovascular and 202 neurological devices under a risk-based classification. Stakeholders can review and submit feedback within 30 days via a Google Form before finalization.
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2. The central government has no plans to set up a special tribunal for medical negligence cases. Instead, such cases are handled by State Medical Councils, which can take disciplinary action against doctors. Appeals can be made to the National Medical Commission (NMC).
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3. The 2025 National Trade Estimate Report states that unclear licensing guidelines and import procedures under India’s Medical Device Rules have delayed U.S. exports of refurbished medical devices. Since April 2024, CDSCO has suspended approvals for existing and new import licenses, effectively blocking refurbished medical device imports.
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4. The Central Consumer Protection Authority fined three lotion companies for falsely claiming in e-commerce ads that their products whiten skin instantly. The Bureau of Indian Standards found no scientific proof. The companies removed their ads and were warned of a ₹50 lakh fine for repeat violations.
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5. India’s Delhi High Court upheld Consumer Protection Authority guidelines barring automatic service charges addition in restaurant bills. It was further held that collecting such service charge under other names constitutes an unfair trade practice. Additionally, GST cannot be charged on service charges.
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1. The Indian Council of Medical Research-led national health consortium raises concern over rising adolescent obesity and recommends stricter advertising rules on high-fat, -salt, and -sugar (HFSS) foods. It also proposes a 32% health tax on sugar-sweetened beverages and 20-30% tax on other HFSS foods to curb obesity.
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2. The Organization of Pharmaceutical Producers of India has raised concerns with the health ministry as foreign drugmakers face delays in launching essential drugs. Despite a provision for waivers on clinical trials for drugs approved in select countries, the Drug Controller General of India has not approved any.
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3. India’s National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), operating under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW), is reportedly preparing to launch a new digital portal designed to provide real-time tracking of rabies vaccine and anti-snake venom stocks. which are not easily accessible owing to manufacturing shortage. The portal will initially be rolled out as a pilot project in five states: Andhra Pradesh, Assam, Madhya Pradesh, Delhi, and Puducherry.
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4. The State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (SDRC) of Chandigarh, India has set aside an order against a plastic surgeon for medical negligence allegation for unsatisfactory results under a liposuction procedure. SDRC ruled that unsuccessful treatment does not amount to negligence unless there is clear proof of deviation from clinical standards.
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5. Reimbursements to private hospitals under the Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) reportedly increased significantly from 24% in 2019-20 to 60% in 2023-24, driven by a rise in beneficiaries. This surge has raised concerns about fraudulent billing, overcharging, and inadequate oversight of spending.
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1. India’s Delhi High Court has allowed an Indian drugmaker to manufacture the lifesaving spinal muscular atrophy drug Risdiplam and rejected a global pharmaceutical company’s injunction plea. The Court emphasized that public interest and affordable access to life-saving treatments outweigh corporate monopoly and profits.
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2. India’s Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has released National Guidelines on Medical Oxygen Management and launched a capacity-building program at AIIMS Delhi to improve oxygen supply. It aims to train 200 experts and help hospitals use oxygen efficiently by reducing waste and enhancing patient care.
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3. Online gaming companies are challenging Tamil Nadu’s night-time ban on online rummy, arguing it’s an indirect prohibition. They also oppose mandatory Aadhaar verification, asserting there are alternative methods for player identity. The Madras High Court adjourned the case for further hearing.
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4. President of USA reportedly has plans to impose a 25% or higher tariff on imported pharmaceuticals in USA which could increase costs for Indian drug exports, potentially reducing their competitiveness in the U.S. market.
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5. Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), in collaboration with AIIMS has utilized drones to transport corneas for transplantation, reducing delivery time significantly. This advancement enhances efficiency in healthcare logistics, helping bridge the gap between donor sites and recipients while ensuring timely medical interventions.
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