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Father of a rare disease child patient appeals for govt’s attention
New Delhi based Praveen Tyagi's son Garvit was detected with rare genetic disorder, Spinal Muscular Atrophy that has only one treatment option that cures the disease by only 40 percent. He has sought health ministry's help...
Pan-India expansion of maternity benefit prog for pregnant women
The Maternity Benefit Programme announced by the Prime Minister of India, Mr Narendra Modi, in his address to the nation on December 12, 2016 has been implemented in all the districts with effect from January 01, 2017.....
Our basic research credentials must match global standards, says PM at Indian Science Congress
Translating basic knowledge into innovations will help us achieve inclusive and sustainable growth, mentioned the PM Narendra Modi while inaugurating the 104th session of the Indian Science Congress.....
Five year fellowship boost for senior biomedical researchers
The two fellowship schemes from Wellcome Trust-DBT India Alliance are currently open and could be availed by the researchers with a PhD degree in any multidisciplinary area related to biomedical science......
BIRAC invites proposals from biotech startups under BIG scheme
The startup firms can submit their innovative research proposals under the 10th Biotechnology Ignition Grant scheme to the Biotechnology Research Assistance Council upto 5th Feb, 2017......
Major achievements of CSIR during 2016
Some key achievements of the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) during 2016 listed by the Ministry of Science and Technology.....
Curofy finds out 2016’s most discussed diseases amongst doctors
Over the year, doctors on Curofy have discussed over 80,000 cases around spectrum of diseases. Curofy lists down the diseases discussed by the doctors in 2016....
High time for agriprenueurs to bring paradigm shift in Indian agriculture
Says Dr Akhilesh Kumar Founder and CEO of Eden Horticulture Services that has launched a professional tour to Israel for learning the latest agriculture technologies in the country...
Govt extends cut-off date for crop insurance during Rabi 2016-17
In order to provide relief to the farmers on their crop insurance under Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojna, the union agriculture ministry has extended the date by another 10 days...
Environment ministry initiatives in 2016 at a glance
The ministry of environment and forests has released the list of its accomplishments in the year 2016. Let us take a look at the major initiatives....
Face to Face
FACE TO FACE: Partha Pratim Das Mahapatra, Founder & CEO, EzeRx
Partha Pratim Das Mahapatra, Founder and CEO of EzeRx, decodes the company's revolutionary product, EzeCheck, claimed to be the world's first non-invasive hemoglobin testing device
Chat with BioVoice
“Popularity of biosimilars will continue to rise, attracting more interest &...
Ravikrishna Chebolu, General Manager, India, West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. talks about company’s product offerings, latest activities, market trends, unique strategies and future outlook.
