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Health Ministry Allocates INR 14,139 Cr for Strengthening Healthcare Infrastructure Nationwide January 2, 2024 The CSS components of the PM-ABHIM scheme aim to strengthen capacities across primary, secondary, and tertiary healthcare levels, with a primary focus on enhancing preparedness for effective responses to current and future pandemics or disasters.

Bills & Policies That Shaped the Pharma-MedTech Industry in 2023 December 23, 2023 Let's delve into the key bills and policies that have left an indelible mark on the Pharma-MedTech ecosystem in the year 2023.

Medical Devices Industry Reiterates Need for Separate Regulatory Framework December 20, 2023 The industry has been advocating for a distinct legal framework, arguing that medical devices require unique regulations separate from those governing drugs and cosmetics.

PCI Starts Aadhaar Authentication Integration for Enhanced Regulatory Processes December 18, 2023 Last month, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) notified that PCI is authorised to perform Aadhaar authentication voluntarily for specific purposes related to digitising certain procedures.

27 Cr Ayushman Cards Issued Across India for Healthcare Facilities: Dr Akshay Jain, MoHFW November 30, 2023 Emphasising the objective of the Ayushman Bharat Program, Dr Jain said that it seeks to implement ground-breaking interventions that address the healthcare system as a whole (encompassing preventive, promotion and ambulatory care).

Government Considers Legal Safeguards for Healthcare Workers Amid Rising Violence November 28, 2023 Delegates from medical associations emphasised the widespread nature of violent incidents against healthcare personnel across the country. This underscores the urgent requirement for legal safeguards to protect the well-being of healthcare workers.

Ministry of Health Authorises Pharmacy Council of India to conduct Aadhaar Authentication November 27, 2023 The notification emphasises that the PCI must adhere to the provisions of the Act, Rules, Regulations, or Guidelines related to Aadhaar authentication set by the UIDAI and the Central government.

Ministry of Health Seeks Public Input on Draft National Pharmacy Commission Bill November 21, 2023 India's Ministry of Health invites public feedback on a draft National Pharmacy Commission bill, aiming to modernise regulations, enhance pharmacy education, and ensure ethical standards.

Delhi HC Asks Centre to Complete Framing Online Medicine Sale Policy within 8 Weeks November 17, 2023 The court previously instructed the Centre to provide a status report on petitions urging a ban on the "illegal" online drug trade, challenging draft rules from the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare to further amend the Drugs and Cosmetics Rules.

MoHFW Releases Draft National Pharmacy Commission Bill, 2023 November 15, 2023 The draft bill proposes establishing the National Pharmacy Commission, headquartered in New Delhi, replacing the Pharmacy Act 1948, and dissolving the existing Pharmacy Council of India (PCI).

NHA Organises 'Arogya Manthan' to Celebrate 5 Yrs of Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY & 2 Yrs of ABDM September 25, 2023 This two-day event, is slated for September 25-26 at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi. It intends to have in-depth discussions on the challenges, trends, and best practices associated with these two healthcare schemes.

CDSCO Approves 9 More Medical Device Testing Laboratories Across India September 22, 2023 As per CDSCO, these laboratories conduct assessments and testing of medical devices on behalf of manufacturers, adhering to the guidelines specified in Form MD-40 under the MDR, 2017.