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Meril Healthcare Authorises Shukra Pharmaceuticals for Defence Robotic Surgery Projects

Shukra Pharmaceuticals has announced that it has received a letter of authorisation from Meril Healthcare for the “Robotic Assisted Surgery System for Orthopedics” projects at the Directorate General Armed Forces Medical Services (DGAFMS) and INHS Asvini, Colaba, Mumbai (Maharashtra).

Industrial talks | 08/10/2025 | By Dineshwori |  257

Thermo Fisher and DPIIT Launch BioVerse Challenge to Accelerate 500 Biotech Start-Ups in India

Thermo Fisher Scientific, in collaboration with Startup India and the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), has launched the BioVerse Challenge — a nationwide initiative aimed at fast-tracking 500 high-potential biotech start-ups across India over the next three years.

Industrial talks | 07/10/2025 | By Darshana |  286

AstraZeneca Partners with Algen Biopharmaceuticals in USD 555 Million Gene Therapy Deal

AstraZeneca has entered into a collaboration and licence agreement valued at up to USD 555 million with United States–based biotechnology company Algen Biopharmaceuticals to develop gene therapies targeting rare diseases.

Industrial talks | 07/10/2025 | By Darshana |  202

AbbVie Cuts 2025 Profit Forecast Following USD 2.7 Billion R&D Charge

The company plans to reduce its adjusted earnings per share guidance to a range of USD 10.38 to USD 10.58, down from its prior forecast of USD 11.88 to USD 12.08.

Industrial talks | 06/10/2025 | By Darshana |  627

Indian Pharmaceutical Alliance Welcomes New Leadership

Dr. Sharvil Patel, Managing Director, Zydus Lifesciences, and Vice President, Indian Pharmaceutical Alliance (IPA), has been appointed President of the alliance, while Glenn Saldanha, Chairman and Managing Director, Glenmark, will serve as the new Vice President.

Industrial talks | 04/10/2025 | By Dineshwori |  207

Vidal Health and Serum Institute Offer Easy Digital Access to HPV Vaccines

Starting on 1 October, people will be able to use Vidal Health’s online platform to get the HPV vaccine easily and pay cashlessly. The new partnership with Serum Institute of India, the world’s biggest vaccine maker, aims to help the national effort against cervical cancer.

Industrial talks | 24/09/2025 | By Darshana |  266

Jubilant Pharmova Appoints Arun Kumar Sharma as Interim CFO

Jubilant Pharmova has Arun Kumar Sharma as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Key Managerial Personnel (KMP) of the company for an interim period, effective October 1, 2025. He will serve in this role until the appointment of a new CFO is finalised.

Industrial talks | 23/09/2025 | By Dineshwori |  249

Minor Fire at Aurobindo Pharma's Andhra Pradesh Unit Causes Temporary Production Disruption

The incident occurred at Unit IV of APL Healthcare Ltd, located in Naidupeta, Andhra Pradesh (SEZ Unit), on 18 September 2025 at around 8:50 am. The cause was identified as a short circuit in granulation area-10.

Industrial talks | 22/09/2025 | By Darshana |  217

Harvard Bioscience Expands Fisher Scientific Distribution Network in US

The expansion covers the United States and adds more products to the line-up. Fisher Scientific will now distribute Harvard’s pumps, spectrophotometers, and BTX electroporation systems in the U.S. market, in addition to existing European markets.

Industrial talks | 17/09/2025 | By Darshana |  118

India's Pharma 2.0: Moving Beyond Generics to Innovation

For decades, India has been known as the “pharmacy of the world.” The country built this reputation on its strength in generics. Low-cost medicines from Indian companies reached millions across the globe. They helped make treatments affordable in developed and developing nations alike.

Industrial talks | 13/09/2025 | By Darshana |  673