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ET NOW Global Business Summit 2026 Positions India at the Centre of Global Economic Dialogue The 10th edition of the ET NOW Global Business Summit 2026 concluded after two days of high-impact deliberations, positioning India at the centre of global economic and strategic conversations. Held under the theme “A Decade of Disruption. A Century of Change,” the summit brought together 1300+ delegates, including policymakers, global business leaders, economists, investors and...

AiMeD Opposes Any Easing of Curbs on Refurbished Medical Device Imports New Delhi, 9 February 2026: The Association of Indian Medical Device Industry (AiMeD) has voiced strong opposition to any move to reconsider or dilute policy restrictions on the import of refurbished or pre-owned medical equipment, warning that such steps without a stringent regulatory framework could compromise patient safety. AiMeD said any policy shift should be tied to a robust and...

ET NOW Global Business Summit 2026 to reflect on ‘A Decade of Disruption, A Century of Change’ South Asia’s definitive thought leadership dialogue, The Times Group’s ET NOW Global Business Summit 2026 co-powered by Spark Capital and Bennett University, is back. The Summit will be held on February 13 and 14 in New Delhi, with the theme ‘A Decade of Disruption, A Century of Change’. This has been, by most...

India–EU FTA Seen as Boost for MedTech Sector: AIMED The proposed India–European Union Free Trade Agreement (FTA) is being viewed by the domestic medical devices industry as a significant opportunity to strengthen global partnerships, enhance technology collaboration, and support India’s ambition of becoming a leading MedTech hub. Industry body Association of Indian Medical Device Industry (AIMED) said the agreement could unlock high-value cooperation between India and the EU, provided it ensures...

Medical Fair India 2026 to Drive the Future of Indian Healthcare with 350+ Global Exhibitors Messe Düsseldorf India is proud to host the 31st edition of Medical Fair India, the nation’s premier trade exhibition for hospitals, health centers and clinics. As the most influential platform for the medical and healthcare industry, this year’s edition brings together over 350 exhibitors from 14-plus countries, showcasing groundbreaking innovations across 15,000 square meters of...

Medical devices industry welcomes India-Oman CEPA The Indian medical devices industry has welcomed the signing of the India–Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), calling it a significant step toward strengthening collaboration in healthcare and life sciences and expanding the reach of Indian medical technologies across Oman and the wider Gulf region. Industry leaders said the agreement provides a structured framework to enhance bilateral trade, support ethical procurement practices, and enable Indian...

India–UK MedTech Ties Gain Momentum A seven-member delegation representing India’s medical devices industry was invited to a high-level Roundtable at the House of Lords in the UK Parliament to deliberate on emerging opportunities under the ongoing Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA). The session, jointly organised by the Indo British Business Forum (IBBF) and the Association of British Healthcare Industries (ABHI), brought together policymakers, regulators and industry leaders to advance...

Medivalley Opens 1 Lakh Sq. Ft. Startup Hub at AMTZ Vizag From surgical needle to surgical robotics to AI-driven wearables, Medivalley leverages large space to accommodate a large number of innovators and support Indian startups with global ambitions Visakhapatnam/New Delhi, India | 9 Sep: The World Trade Center (WTC) Tower, a landmark addition to the Andhra Pradesh MedTech Zone (AMTZ) campus in Vizag, has been operationalized, offering one lakh square feet...

Medical Device Industry Welcomes GST Reforms New Delhi, September 4: The Association of Indian Medical Device Industry (AiMeD) has welcomed the GST Council’s landmark decision to rationalize GST rates and simplify the compliance framework, saying it will ease working capital constraints, lower costs for consumers, and strengthen India’s competitiveness in the global MedTech sector. The 56th GST Council meeting approved a two-tier structure of 5% and 18%, with a 40% rate...

French group partner with MedTech zone for 3-D printed implants In a landmark collaboration that spans three continents, OIC International (USA), Medi Mold, part of the Andhra Pradesh Medtech Zone (AMTZ), and AddUp, a subsidiary of Fives Group (France) have announced a strategic partnership to establish India’s most advanced orthopedic implant manufacturing facility powered by 3D printing and precision engineering. The facility will be housed within AMTZ, India’s flagship medical...

Medistep Healthcare IPO to open on Aug 8 The Initial Public Offer (IPO) of pharmaceutical company Medistep Healthcare Limited will open on Friday, August 8. The issue will remain open for subscription till Tuesday, August 12. The share will be listed on NSE SME platform on Monday, August 18. Fast Track Finsec Private Limited is the Lead Manager of the issue while Cameo Corporate Services Limited is the Registrar to the...

USA-based Varex Imaging opens 2nd manufacturing unit at AMTZ Vizag In a significant boost to India’s medical imaging capabilities, Varex Imaging Manufacturing India Private Limited—a subsidiary of Varex Imaging Corporation (USA)— started its second advanced manufacturing facility at Andhra Pradesh MedTech Zone (AMTZ). The formal groundbreaking ceremony graced by Dr. Jitendra Sharma, MD and Founder-CEO of AMTZ; Andrew Hartman, Global Senior Vice President – Detectors, Varex Imaging Corporation and Vivek...

“Unified Policy Needed to Boost Medical Tourism in India” Experts from the medical industry urged for a single-window platform to promote medical tourism in India. According to Dr. Sunil Khetarpal, Director of the Association of Healthcare Providers (India), "A unified national policy is essential to provide a standardized experience for international patients. India's medical tourism sector is highly fragmented, with six ministries and multiple sectors involved." Speaking at the session on...

Technical Excellence from the Heart of India for the Globe Ramesh Gaggar, Head of Regional Support APAC at ZEISS India, shares insights in this article on how ZEISS India's 2nd Level APAC Support team serves as a global hub, delivering 24x5 expert support for ZEISS Medical Technology devices. At ZEISS India, service excellence is structured across three levels of technical support - 1st Level Field Service Engineers who offer on-ground assistance,...

AMTZ, FORGE Launch Innovation Hub at MedTech Zone Visakhapatnam Andhra Pradesh MedTech Zone (AMTZ) has announced partnership with FORGE Innovation & Ventures to launch a state-of-the-art Forge Factory, Academy, and Accelerator within the Medivalley Research Square at MedTech Zone, Visakhapatnam. This strategic collaboration aims to build the country’s strongest innovation ecosystem for medical technology—one that nurtures emerging entrepreneurs, accelerates product development, and strengthens India’s self-reliance in affordable healthcare solutions. In partnership...