Kerala Health Minister Veena George announced the introduction of digital payment systems in 313 government hospitals to facilitate various service fee transactions. This system, part of the e-health initiative, employs POS devices from State Bank of India and Canara Bank, and includes capabilities such as the M-Health app and QR code-based ticket...
Now Pharma Inc looks for cure as Trump delivers dose of anxiety
US President Trump has announced that new tariffs on pharmaceuticals will be introduced soon, creating uncertainty for India's drug makers. Industry insiders are considering alternative markets to offset potential impacts, with companies preparing for any eventual developments.
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T-Rx: Indian pharma majors breathe easy as US spares sector from reciprocal tariffs
Large Indian drug manufacturers experienced relief as President Trump's administration decided against imposing expected reciprocal tariffs on pharmaceuticals, which could have significantly impacted their earnings. Analysts deem future tariffs unlikely due to potential drug shortages and the influence of major pharma companies investing in the US.
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'Pharma's exemption from reciprocal tariffs underscores generic medicines' critical role globally'
The US Administration has exempted pharmaceuticals from reciprocal tariffs, highlighting the significance of affordable, life-saving generic medicines. The decision supports the vital trade partnership between India and the US, with Indian pharmaceutical companies supplying a substantial proportion of drugs to American residents and generating significant...
Big relief for India! Trump spares pharma from harsh tariffs
US President Trump has exempted India's pharmaceuticals from new reciprocal tariffs, benefiting the major export industry. This exemption highlights the significance of India's cost-effective generic medicines in US healthcare. The White House noted that removing trade barriers in other sectors could increase US exports by $5.3 billion annually.
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Fortis healthcare buys disputed Fortis trademark for Rs 200 crore
Fortis Healthcare has acquired the Fortis trademark from its former promoters, the Singh brothers, for Rs. 200 crore through a court-sanctioned auction. The trademark was involved in a litigation case with Japan's Daiichi Sankyo. Fortis Healthcare, now owned by IHH Healthcare, operates a network of 26 hospitals nationwide.
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