News for 'prescriptions'

Pranab's prescription to better India's growth rate

Pranab's prescription to better India's growth rate

Rediff.com9 Jan 2012

Moderating inflation and a likely reversal of tight monetary policy will boost the economic prospects during 2012, said Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee.

Pachauri prescription to fight global warming

Pachauri prescription to fight global warming

Rediff.com22 Oct 2007

India and China need to chart a different path to develop low carbon economies to combat global warming, Chairman of the UN Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, Rajendra Pachauri said. In both India and China, there is now a serious debate. "In India I can see it for sure because the prime minister is quite concerned about this issue. He set up the advisory council on climate change," he said.

Here is PM's prescription for 9% growth

Here is PM's prescription for 9% growth

Rediff.com14 Dec 2011

India needs to rapidly increase energy consumption to achieve the ambitious target of 9 per cent economic growth in the 12th Five-Year Plan (2012-17), Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said on Wednesday.

Maharashtra reports 2 H3N2 deaths, 361 flu cases; minister advises use of mask

Maharashtra reports 2 H3N2 deaths, 361 flu cases; minister advises use of mask

Rediff.com15 Mar 2023

One of them, a 74-year-old man, died of the H3N2 sub-type while the other victim was infected by Covid-19 as well as the influenza virus, state Health Minister Tanaji Sawant told the assembly on Wednesday.

Pranab's prescription to tackle global economic woes

Pranab's prescription to tackle global economic woes

Rediff.com14 Oct 2011

Amid fears of double-dip recession, Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee on Friday called for concerted action by G-20 nations to provide impetus to the world economy and deal with the related problems.

Sebi chief's prescription for Indian capital mart

Sebi chief's prescription for Indian capital mart

Rediff.com28 Jun 2011

The Sebi chief said the exchange board has taken a number of measures in recent past.

'Power shifts to chemists instead of doctors'

'Power shifts to chemists instead of doctors'

Rediff.com22 Aug 2023

'Whichever company offers better incentives, the chemist would prefer it.'

'Biren Singh is part of Manipur's problem'

'Biren Singh is part of Manipur's problem'

Rediff.com12 Oct 2023

'Replacement of the CM with a more acceptable face may be a good start towards resolving Manipur's problem.'

FIR against Sushant's sisters 'speculative': CBI

FIR against Sushant's sisters 'speculative': CBI

Rediff.com28 Oct 2020

The Central Bureau of Investigation also pointed out that it is probing the complaint filed by Rajput's father K K Singh against Chakraborty and her family members for allegedly abetting the 34-year-old actor's suicide.

Lockdown effect: Kerala govt to issue passes for alcoholics

Lockdown effect: Kerala govt to issue passes for alcoholics

Rediff.com31 Mar 2020

Doctors said the decision was a medical blunder.

Better growth for IT companies? Here's Rohan Murty's prescription!

Better growth for IT companies? Here's Rohan Murty's prescription!

Rediff.com15 Dec 2014

Rohan Murty was speaking at the 50th anniversary symposium of the computer science department at Cornell University.

Lockdown: Govt allows doorstep delivery of essential medicines

Lockdown: Govt allows doorstep delivery of essential medicines

Rediff.com27 Mar 2020

According to a notification issued by the health ministry, medical retailers will be allowed to provide drugs to people at their doorstep.

Regulatory woes torpedo PE/VC deals in e-pharma sector

Regulatory woes torpedo PE/VC deals in e-pharma sector

Rediff.com27 Jun 2023

With regulatory uncertainties clouding the future of online pharmacies, deals in the space are showing signs of slowdown, as also fresh investment from private-equity (PE) firms and venture capitalists (VCs). The data from Venture Intelligence shows so far in 2023 (as of June 13) there has been one deal with PE-VC funding. In 2022 there were four, a sharp fall from the 12, totalling $1,520 million, the sector had attracted in 2021.

HC praises Sushant, says his face revealed he was good person

HC praises Sushant, says his face revealed he was good person

Rediff.com7 Jan 2021

The remarks were made by a bench of Justices S S Shinde and M S Karnik while reserving its verdict on a petition filed by Rajput's sisters - Priyanka Singh and Meetu Singh- seeking to quash an FIR for alleged forgery and fabrication of a medical prescription for their brother.

Tara Challenges You To Look Away

Tara Challenges You To Look Away

Rediff.com17 May 2022

Celina has a tip for hairfall...Chahatt is enjoying the Maldives... What's Karishma doing in Istanbul?

Indian economy: Ratan Tata's prescription for the PM

Indian economy: Ratan Tata's prescription for the PM

Rediff.com19 Jul 2012

The Chairman of the $100-billion conglomerate has also hit out at the Opposition, media and 'some members of ruling party', saying it is 'grossly misdirected' to single out the Prime Minister and blame him for the economic woes that the country is facing at present.

Why RBI Is Worried About The Rise In Personal Loans

Why RBI Is Worried About The Rise In Personal Loans

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

In the June quarter of FY24, 51 per cent of consumers who took small-ticket personal loans already had more than four credit products at the time of accessing yet another new loan, compared with just 17 per cent in the June quarter of FY20, points out Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Govt now allows doorstep delivery of drugs

Govt now allows doorstep delivery of drugs

Rediff.com27 Mar 2020

Medicines that fall under Schedule H category (class of prescription drugs) would be provided against a valid prescription that can be submitted either physically or over e-mail. Narcotics, psychotropics and controlled substances, though, cannot be delivered.

Finfluencers: Real Or Fake Experts?

Finfluencers: Real Or Fake Experts?

Rediff.com27 Jul 2023

A mass fan following or a large number of views on a YouTube channel can't possibly constitute 'credentials'.

Factors that will sustain Abbott outperformance

Factors that will sustain Abbott outperformance

Rediff.com22 Mar 2023

Abbott India outperformed the Indian pharmaceutical market (IPM) with a year-on-year (YoY) growth of 23 per cent in February. The domestic market grew at a robust 20 per cent on a low base, primarily led by volume growth and price hikes. Abbott continued to outperform the sector in the anti-diabetic space with a growth of 20 per cent and key brands such as Thyronorm (hypothyroidism), biliary agent Udiliv, insulin Ryzodeg posted robust growth.

Rhea files complaint against Sushant's sister, doctor

Rhea files complaint against Sushant's sister, doctor

Rediff.com7 Sep 2020

In her complaint sent to the Bandra police in Mumbai on Sunday, Chakraborty sought that Priyanka Singh and Dr Tarun Kumar, working with Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital in Delhi, be booked under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code for forgery, the Narcotics Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act and the Telemedicine Practice Guidelines.

Big pharma firms shift tack, look to bet on trade generics as volumes dip

Big pharma firms shift tack, look to bet on trade generics as volumes dip

Rediff.com7 Aug 2023

Trade generic drugs (medicines that are sold directly through distributors) are fast becoming a key segment for domestic pharma firms as volume growth slows in the overall market. Big companies like Cipla and Alkem have a significant presence in the segment but recently, players like Torrent Pharmaceuticals and Dr Reddy's Laboratories (DRL) have also entered this market. What is driving big pharma's focus on trade generics? The volume growth in the Indian Pharma Market (IPM) has come down from 5.6 per cent in FY16 to 0.1 per cent in FY23.

Are e-pharmacies illegal in India?

Are e-pharmacies illegal in India?

Rediff.com20 Aug 2020

The legal regime does not permit home delivery of medicines, tough owing to situation of COVID-19 pandemic and an emergency-like situation, the government allowed the home delivery of medicines but it was meant for only neighbourhood pharmacies, AIOCD said.

DCW chief Swati Maliwal claims her house attacked, cars vandalised

DCW chief Swati Maliwal claims her house attacked, cars vandalised

Rediff.com17 Oct 2022

A Delhi police official said on reaching the spot, the police team found a person who was later identified as Sachin, a resident of Nathupura who has been detained in connection with the incident.

PM's prescription to reduce black money in realty

PM's prescription to reduce black money in realty

Rediff.com18 Mar 2011

Replying to a poser on black money transactions in the real estate sector, the Prime Minister said stamp duties in the country are a 'big obstacle' to cleaning the mess with regard to transactions in real estate.

Shocking! 'India's cricketers take injections to prove fitness'

Shocking! 'India's cricketers take injections to prove fitness'

Rediff.com14 Feb 2023

India's chairman of selectors Chetan Sharma disclosed that the country's top cricketers are taking injections so that they are able to play despite not being fully fit.

Why Cipla is a good bet for long-term investment

Why Cipla is a good bet for long-term investment

Rediff.com15 Dec 2020

While Covid-related sales may come down going ahead, analysts expect the company's domestic sales to outperform the market, led by the chronics portfolio, which accounts for 55 per cent of sales.

Have You Met Ram Charan's Pet Rhyme?

Have You Met Ram Charan's Pet Rhyme?

Rediff.com13 Jan 2023

Celebs and their pets who you'll love.

Karnataka HC framed hijab issue in 4 question/answers

Karnataka HC framed hijab issue in 4 question/answers

Rediff.com15 Mar 2022

The Karnataka high court, which dismissed a batch of petitions by some Muslim girls from Udupi seeking permission to wear the hijab inside classrooms of educational institutions, framed the entire case in the form of four questions and answered them accordingly.

Rhea asks court to dismiss plea by Sushant's sisters

Rhea asks court to dismiss plea by Sushant's sisters

Rediff.com27 Oct 2020

The actress, who is the complainant in the case against Rajput's sisters Priyanka Singh and Meetu Singh, filed an affidavit in the HC on Tuesday opposing their plea and said the allegations against them are serious.

HC seeks status report from govt on illegal sale of medicines online

HC seeks status report from govt on illegal sale of medicines online

Rediff.com15 Mar 2023

The petitioner's lawyer interjected the rules are being framed for the last 5-6 years but nothing concrete has been done yet.

Why We Need Professional Investment Advisors

Why We Need Professional Investment Advisors

Rediff.com30 Dec 2022

When we are unwell, we consult a doctor, take a prescription, and then buy medicines from a chemist. In finance, too, it is best to keep investment advice and product purchase separate, suggests Bindisha Sarang.

Prescription from Pakistan: How one hospital is a model for Asia

Prescription from Pakistan: How one hospital is a model for Asia

Rediff.com24 Dec 2015

Pakistan's dismal public health system is rife with mismanagement and a paucity of resources. Amidst this shambolic system, one hospital in Karachi has been providing specialised healthcare to millions. Free of charge. As the Sindh Institute of Urology and Transplantation celebrated 40 years of successful service, Dr Sanjay Nagral visited the facility and met the man who helms it, armed with the simple philosophy that 'No person should die only because they are unable to afford medical expenses.'

'The agenda is 'insurance for all by 2047''

'The agenda is 'insurance for all by 2047''

Rediff.com31 Dec 2023

'If you want it to grow well and serve the true needs of the economy, it needs a lot of freedom and flexibility, which comes in terms of the reform objective set by the regulator.'

Biocon Biologics Plan Molecule Launch Every 1-2 Years

Biocon Biologics Plan Molecule Launch Every 1-2 Years

Rediff.com17 Aug 2022

'The tie-up with Serum Institute Life Sciences brings to the table their strengths in manufacturing and also their vaccine portfolio.'

Hijab curbs only in schools, no ban on it, says SC during hearing

Hijab curbs only in schools, no ban on it, says SC during hearing

Rediff.com7 Sep 2022

The Supreme Court on Wednesday said that the question in the Karnataka hijab ban matter is only about the restriction in schools as nobody is prohibited from wearing it anywhere else they want.

HC relief for one Sushant sister, not for another

HC relief for one Sushant sister, not for another

Rediff.com16 Feb 2021

The Bombay HC refused to quash the FIR lodged against late actor Sushant Singh Rajput's sister Priyanka Singh for allegedly forging and fabricating a medical prescription for her brother, but set aside the police document against a second sister.

Dhankar rejects Kharge's objection to RS discussing Rahul's UK remarks

Dhankar rejects Kharge's objection to RS discussing Rahul's UK remarks

Rediff.com5 Apr 2023

The Congress has, however, countered this saying someone who is not an MP of Rajya Sabha cannot be called to the House and there cannot be any discussion/reflection on or about an MP of Lok Sabha.

Money Tips For The Young In 2023

Money Tips For The Young In 2023

Rediff.com9 Jan 2023

'People try to repay the BIGGEST LOAN first. Actually, you should repay the most expensive loan first.'

Is Nehru Responsible For Indian Muslims' Plight?

Is Nehru Responsible For Indian Muslims' Plight?

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

Pratinav Anil is able to foresee some agency and assertion on the part of India's Muslims. His hope emanates from the citizenship rights movement of Muslims in 2019-2020, notes Mohammad Sajjad.