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AI models to predict stroke, diabetes were built on unverifiable data, says study

The study published in the journal BMC Medicine was led by researchers at the Queensland University of Technology and the Australian Centre for Health Services Innovation.

How can India go from manufacturing medicines to discovering them—Funding is a key

While multinational pharmaceutical companies use India to test out their new medicines, India’s researchers rarely lead the development of those therapies.

LiverDoc is out to bust cow urine research by IITs. He’s made foreign journals investigate

LiverDoc's complaint against the SUTRA-PIC programme research has been escalated to the Springer Nature Research Integrity Group (SNRIG), which will conduct the proper investigation and provide options for resolution.

Delhi ACB arrests top ex-health official in multi-crore medical procurement ‘scam’

Dr Vinod Kumar Ranga was previously the Head of Office (HOO) for the Central Procurement Agency (CPA) at the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS).

Modern medication can harm gut microbiome, a study on Amazon’s indigenous people shows

Researchers said that while WHO programmes treating infectious diseases offer life-saving benefits, the treatments could be redesigned to prevent their negative effects on gut bacteria.

Roche patent case: Why SC refused to halt Natco’s generic spinal muscular atrophy drug Risdiplam

Roche had approached Delhi High Court, accusing Natco of violating its Indian patent, before going to the Supreme Court with its petition.

Indian scientists, entrepreneurs are trying to understand chronic pain. Finally

India is largest producer of morphine. We still don't see chronic pain as public health issue.

Chalk sold as Clavam, Zerodol, Pantop. Delhi Police bust counterfeit medicine racket, arrest 6

The counterfeit medicine racket has been running for the last 2 to 3 years, police say. Investigation is on to identify victims & other accused.

Bitter pill: Pharmacists upset over Delhi govt’s advisory making CCTV cameras ‘mandatory’

After citywide crackdown in June, Delhi govt is moving to curb illegal sale of dual-use and prescription-only drugs. It's an advisory, not mandatory, not all can afford, say pharmacists. 

India’s top students wanted to be doctors. Not anymore

This noble profession has lost its sheen and appeal as a career path of choice for India’s brightest students. We need to analyse and understand the reasons for this decline

On Camera

Why Modi’s visits aren’t making news in Indonesia, Australia and New Zealand

One would expect more interest in Modi’s trips in the Asia Pacific region. But there hasn't been a build-up in the Australian or New Zealand press for the PM’s visits.

Why global law firms are betting on India desks instead of India offices ahead of India-UK FTA

Rather than open offices in India, many UK firms are strengthening India teams & partnerships to meet expected demand for advice on international disputes, arbitration & regulatory matters.

What India’s ₹10 trillion post-Op Sindoor arms buying plan means & next steps | CutTheClutter

In ep 1859 of CutTheClutter, Editor-In-Chief Shekhar Gupta and Editor (Defence & Diplomacy) Snehesh Alex Philip look at DAC approvals, what it means for India's military and next steps.

Congress is ceding ground to BJP on nationalism. It’s pushing India towards one-party system

The Congress party’s abandonment of nationalism is the most intriguing aspect of its post-2014 politics. The real Congress was never a party of bleeding heart pacifists.