Business Bureau

Indian pharma companies are facing challenges in manufacturing practices, which are affecting their brand and the reputation of the industry. The government has ordered pharma companies, particularly MSMEs, to acquire Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) certificates within 6 to 12 months. However, only 2,000 of the 10,500 manufacturers have a GMP certificate, highlighting the problem. The government must also take a proactive stance on the usage of Pharmacopoeia monographed solvents and excipients, such as IPA, Acetone, MDC, and Methanol, by Indian drug manufacturers. The Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission mandates maintaining pharmacopeia standards, but Indian drug manufacturers often use non-pharmacopeia-grade solvents. This not…

ITC Sunfeast Farmlite, a range of wholesome biscuits from ITC Foods, has introduced its first 100% outer paper bag packaging for its Digestive Biscuit Family pack. This innovation is a trendsetting move in the biscuit category, as it aligns with the brand's efforts to reduce plastic and encourage sustainable choices in everyday purchases.  The ergonomic design aspects have been carefully curated to make the packaging consumer-friendly, visually appealing, and convenient. Sunfeast Farmlite acknowledges the increasing importance of environmentally responsible brands in consumers' purchasing decisions, and the new packaging caters to their enlightened preferences. Ali Harris Shere, Chief Operating Officer of…

Škoda Auto India has achieved a sales milestone of selling over 1,00,000 cars in the last two years, thanks to its India-centric product strategy. The company launched two world-class products, the Kushaq and Slavia, which took the company over six years to reach. In 2022, the company registered sales of 53,721 cars, but in 2023, it achieved sales of 48,755 units. The Kodiaq also recorded a 100% jump in sales volume, making India a key market for Škoda Auto. The company has expanded its network and customer base, with 260 touchpoints at the end of 2023. Brand Director Petr Janeba…

Symbiosis International (Deemed University) has announced the application dates for its entrance tests, SET - General (Symbiosis Entrance Test), SET – Law (Symbiosis Law Admission Test), and the Symbiosis Institute of Technology Engineering Entrance Exam (SITEEE). These tests are conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode across 76 cities in India. The SET 2024 registration process began on December 13, 2023, and will remain open for approximately four months. Programs to apply through SET 2024 include B.B.A, B.C.A, Information Technology, Mass Communication, B.Sc. (Economics), and B.Sc. (Applied Statistics and Data Science).The Symbiosis Law Admission Test (SLAT) will be conducted on…

India's urbanization and focus on sustainable mobility are driving a shift towards cleaner transportation options, with electric and hydrogen cell-based vehicles being the primary alternatives. Natural gas, a 'transition fuel', is being used as an interim solution to reduce emissions. Tata Motors, India's leading automobile company, is actively contributing to the development of natural gas-powered vehicles, leveraging its expertise and commitment to innovation. A Niti Aayog report predicts a fourfold increase in trucks on Indian roads by 2050, emphasizing the need for a transition to natural gas-based fuels. India is promoting Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) as an economic alternative, potentially…

Medtronic and Cardiac Design Labs have partnered to launch an indigenously developed heart rhythm monitoring technology, Padma Rhythms®, in India. Medtronic will become the exclusive distributor of Padma Rhythms in India, while both companies will jointly develop training and education programs to expand the technology's reach across the country. The Padma Rhythms ELR patch, designed by CDL, combines the convenience of an external patch with the advanced capabilities of a Holter, ensuring accurate and insightful data for the monitoring period.Medtronic India's vice president and managing director Michael Blackwell is excited about the partnership with CDL to revolutionize cardiac rhythm monitoring…

itel, the leading sub-10K smartphone brand in New India, has unveiled the itel A70, India's first smartphone featuring an astounding 256GB storage and 12GB RAM, all for an incredibly competitive price of INR 7,299. The launch is a strategic move to elevate the A-series lineup, catering to customers in search of extensive storage solutions.The itel A70 flaunts a massive 6.6-inch HD+ Display with Dynamic Bar technology, providing a simplified and seamless user interface. The smartphone is available in two other variants: 128GB storage with 12GB RAM and 64GB storage with 12GB RAM. This launch positions itel A70 as a trailblazer,…

The capital is set to witness a five-day cultural extravaganza as the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region, through its CPSE, North Eastern Handicrafts & Handlooms Development Corporation Limited (NEHHDC), hosts the inaugural edition of Uttar Purvi Mahotsav at Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan, from January 13th to 17th, 2024. The event aims to showcase the rich diversity of Northeast India, blending traditional arts, crafts, and cultures. Beyond celebration, the Mahotsav serves as a platform for economic opportunities, fostering exchanges in handicrafts, handlooms, agro products, and tourism offerings. Key Highlights: (i) Handicrafts, Handlooms, and Agri-Horti Produce: The festival will feature…

Dr. Jimmy Shad, a pediatric general and uro-surgeon from Apollo Hospitals Chennai, will be providing consultations for various conditions such as phimosis, intersex conditions, hydrocele, hypospadias, undesended testis, renal stones, epispadias, posterior urethral valves, hernia, bladder disorders, recurrent UTI tumors, and body parts growth/distigurement. The appointment will be held on January 7th, 2024, at Apollo Medical Center 48/1F, Leela Roy Saran, Gariahat, Near Orchestra Cooperative Society, Ballygaunge, Kolkata- 19. For appointment & registration please call: 8017363636, 6292233636

Apollo Chennai Hospitals on January 6 organized a comprehensive prevention of sports injuries and screening camp at Mainland Sambaran Banerjee Cricket Academy in Vivekananda Park. Dr. Kunal Patel, a renowned consultant orthopedic surgeon specializing in knee and shoulder injuries and sports injuries prevention spearheaded the event. The discussion, led by Mr. Samadhan Banerjee, a prominent coach in West Bengal and attended by Honorable Minister MLA Debasish Kumar aimed to impart crucial insights to cricketers and their guardians. Stressing on prevention techniques, Dr. Patel addressed workout routines, muscle strengthening exercises, dietary considerations and vitamin supplements. The event also discussed techniques on…