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Novo Nordisk's Wegovy Gets EU Approval for 48-Hour Controlled-Temperature Delivery

Novo Nordisk’s Wegovy becomes the first GLP-1 weight-loss treatment approved in the EU for 48-hour controlled-temperature delivery, improving storage flexibility and patient access.

Logistics & Distribution | 11/04/2026 | By News Bureau |  180

Centre Engages Domestic Firms to Stabilise Methanol Supply for Drug Industry

The Indian government is actively engaging domestic producers, including Assam Petro-Chemicals Limited and Gujarat Narmada Valley Fertilizers & Chemicals Limited, to secure a steady supply of methanol for the pharmaceutical sector amid ongoing disruptions in West Asia.

Logistics & Distribution | 10/04/2026 | By Darshana |  124

UPSIDA, JNPA Partner to Position Lalitpur Pharma Park as Export Hub

Uttar Pradesh State Industrial Development Authority (UPSIDA) has signed an agreement with Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) to develop the Lalitpur Pharma Park into a global pharmaceutical export hub.

Logistics & Distribution | 07/04/2026 | By Darshana |  113

Pharma Logistics Demand Surges as War Disrupts Global Supply Chains

Pharmaceutical logistics is witnessing a sharp surge in demand as global supply chains face mounting disruptions from geopolitical conflicts, pandemics, and trade uncertainties.

Logistics & Distribution | 06/04/2026 | By Darshana |  124

AiMeD Applauds Govt's Duty Waiver on Petrochemicals, Urges GST Cut to Ease Cost Pressures

The Association of Indian Medical Devices Industry (AiMeD) extends its sincere gratitude to the Government of India, particularly the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, for the prompt announcement of full customs duty temporary exemption on critical petrochemical products until June 30, 2026.

Logistics & Distribution | 02/04/2026 | By Darshana |  221

Glenmark Takes Full Control of Ryaltris in US, Bets on Direct Market Strategy

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals has announced a strategic shift to directly commercialise and distribute its nasal spray Ryaltris in the United States, moving away from its earlier partner-led model.

Logistics & Distribution | 02/04/2026 | By Darshana |  716

India Cracks Down on Misuse of GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs Amid Semaglutide Surge

Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation has initiated a nationwide crackdown to curb potential malpractices in the pharmaceutical supply chain and prevent the unauthorized sale and misuse of GLP-1 receptor agonist-based weight loss drugs, following the rapid entry of multiple generic versions of semaglutide in India.

Logistics & Distribution | 24/03/2026 | By Darshana |  112

GSK Licenses Liver Disease Drug Linerixibat To Alfasigma In USD 690 Million Deal

GSK plc has entered into a global licensing agreement with Alfasigma S.p.A., granting the Italian drugmaker exclusive worldwide rights to develop, manufacture and commercialise linerixibat, an investigational therapy for cholestatic pruritus associated with primary biliary cholangitis (PBC).

Logistics & Distribution | 10/03/2026 | By Darshana |  112

Allarity Raises USD 20 Million From Streeterville Capital To Support Cancer Drug Pipeline

The financing was structured through a note purchase agreement under which the company issued two promissory notes: one with a principal amount of USD 10.93 million and another secured note worth USD 10 million. Together, the notes provide around USD 20 million in net proceeds to the company.

Logistics & Distribution | 09/03/2026 | By Darshana |  147

SMC India and AIRIA to Install 2,100 plus UVC Air Disinfection Systems in TB Hospitals Across 23 States

SMC India partners with US-based AIRIA to deploy over 2,100 germicidal UVC systems in 116 high-risk TB hospitals, supporting India’s National TB Elimination Programme and strengthening airborne infection control.

Logistics & Distribution | 10/02/2026 | By News Bureau |  209