Healthcare

Medical Device Industry Urges Govt to Ensure Healthcare Security with Balanced Tariffs The Association of Indian Medical Device Industry (AiMeD) today emphasized the need for the Indian government to revisit tariff structures considering the ongoing efforts to enhance healthcare security in India and address potential challenges arising from global health crises.In a statement, AiMeD expressed concern over the recent discussions surrounding the reduction of import duties on medical devices in...

Karnataka Govt. signs MoU with ZEISS India to enhance eye-care in rural regions ZEISS India signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Karnataka to improve eye-care in the rural regions of the State. Driven by the Aloka Vision Programme by ZEISS, the 2-year long “Vidya Drishti” eye-testing campaign will be jointly executed by ZEISS India and the Government of Karnataka. Under the “Vidya Drishti Program”, optometrists from...

India’s Solar-Powered Tricycle Wins BRICS Award Andhra Pradesh MedTech Zone (AMTZ) has once again placed India on the global innovation map as its Solar Powered Tricycle wins the Outstanding Project Award at the BRICS Industrial Innovation Contest 2024. This breakthrough mobility solution, developed by the Assistive Technology Centre (ATC) at AMTZ, exemplifies a commitment to sustainable and inclusive healthcare technology.The award-winning Solar Powered Tricycle was officially launched by Union Minister...

India's Pharma Leaders Unite at National GMP Conference in AP MedTech Zone A national conference focusing on "Enhancing Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance through Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)" brought together policymakers, industry leaders, and regulators at Andhra Pradesh MedTech Zone (AMTZ) today. Organized by the PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI) in collaboration with the Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers and AMTZ, the event emphasized the critical role...

India Inc. Backs Ban on Import of Refurbished Medical Devices The import of pre-owned and refurbished medical devices into India will remain prohibited until a regulatory framework is established for such equipment, as clarified by senior officials of the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) - India's national regulatory body for cosmetics, pharmaceuticals and medical devices. This announcement reinforces India’s stance on ensuring strict compliance with medical device regulations.CDSCO regulates...

AiMeD seeks monitoring of MRP of imported medical devices Monitoring of maximum retail price (MRP) of imported medical devices into India has been demanded by medical device manufacturers to provide truly affordable rates to the Indian consumers. In its Pre-budget memorandum to the Finance Ministry, Association of Indian Medical Device Industry (AiMeD) has highlighted that reduction of import duty on devices is an effort of the government that going in...

SANY India Redefines Development with Revolutionary Equipment as ‘Chariots of Development’ at bauma CONEXPO SANY India, a leading manufacturer of construction equipment, have inaugurated its stall at the Bauma Conexpo 2024. With the theme ‘Chariots of Development,’ SANY India emphasizes its commitment to contributing to India’s ambitious vision of Viksit Bharat at 2047 and further driving the infrastructure growth and development.The product showcase celebrates the pivotal role of construction equipment...

Electrical Installation Design for Hospital Operation Theatres l Critical Insights Given the critical nature of hospital Operation Theatres (OTs), well-planned electrical installations are crucial for operational efficiency, patient safety, and compliance with healthcare standards. To address these vital aspects, Mumbai-based Muhandiz Industries and Turkey's Aktif Elektroteknik recently organized an exclusive seminar on "Electrical Installation Design for Hospital Operation Theatres as per NEC SP30 2023 and IEC 60364-7-710" in Pune.This insightful event...

Deutsche Messe, German Hydrogen Assoc. invite entries for H2Eco Award In the run-up to HANNOVER MESSE 2025, Deutsche Messe AG and the German Hydrogen Association (DWV) are now jointly inviting entries for the H2Eco Award. This is set for presentation on 1 April 2025 on the stage of the Public Forum Hydrogen + Fuel Cells EUROPE during the world's leading trade fair for industry. The closing date for companies and...

RBI holds repo rate: What it means for India’s real estate sector The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Friday kept the key repo rate unchanged at 6.5% in its monetary policy review. This marks the 11th consecutive instance of no change in the rate, providing no immediate relief for home loan borrowers. Consequently, home loan interest rates are expected to stay steady for the time being, influencing potential homebuyers'...

Hannover Messe 2025: An Unmissable Show for Indian Exhibitors & Visitors Hannover, Germany, is set to host the world’s premier trade fair for industry, Hannover Messe 2025, from 31 March to 4 April 2025. A beacon of industrial innovation, this event promises to redefine the contours of industrial transformation, offering unmatched opportunities for exhibitors and visitors worldwide, including a significant presence from India.With an impressive lineup of 5,000 exhibitors, Hannover...

Delta partners with ThunderPlus to introduce fast chargers for low voltage market Delta Electronics India announced today the signing of an MOU with ThunderPlus, a two-wheeler (2W) and three-wheeler (3W) electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions provider. Under the aforementioned agreement, Delta will provide advanced 4kW rectifier modules, made at its new large manufacturing site in Krishnagiri, Tamil Nadu, to support ThunderPlus’ fast chargers for the low voltage market, specifically designed...

TrucksUp launches Vehicle Verification & Tracking features on its App Full truck load aggregator platform, TrucksUp has launched vehicle verification and tracking services on its app. These services will help businesses to verify the booked trucks on different parameters including registration, license, permit, PUC etc. The Verification feature ensures businesses receive their products in good condition without facing any delay for issues ranging from no permit, license, documents among others....

bauma CHINA 2024 attracts 3,542 exhibitors & 281,488 trade visitors bauma CHINA 2024, held from November 26 to 29 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre, made a triumphant return after a four-year hiatus, setting new records across the board: Spanning an impressive over 330,000 square meters, the trade fair brought together 3,542 exhibitors from 32 countries and regions, representing a 24% increase from 2020. With 281,488 trade visitors from...

Freudenberg displays innovative solutions in CPhI & PMEC India 2024 Freudenberg, a worldwide technology business based in Germany, displayed innovative solutions from its firms, including Freudenberg Medical (FM), Freudenberg-NOK India (FNI), and Freudenberg Filtration Technologies at CPhI & PMEC India 2024 in Greater Noida.Commenting on the participation, G Sivasailam, Managing Director, Freudenberg Performance Materials, and Director and CEO of Freudenberg Regional Corporate Center India said: “Freudenberg’s longstanding commitment to innovation...