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The report stated that pharmaceutical companies face major challenges dealing with IP rights and the competition provided by the generics. Further, the biggest challenge in developing approved drugs is the long time spent in research and the investments required for the same.
Also, due to increased awareness and digital connectivity, self-medication has been rampant, which does not go down well in terms of returns on R&D and IP investments in drug discovery.
Recently, the industry has shown a focus shift towards preventive healthcare and therefore the players must align with this shift.
South Africa port operator declares Force Majueure over over cyber attack
The measure covers the Durban, Ngqura, Port Elizabeth and Cape Town harbors because of the effects of the July 22 attack, according to a notice Transnet sent to customers and seen by Bloomberg News.
The issues “continue to persist,” it said. Force majeure is an unanticipated or uncontrollable event that releases a company from fulfilling contractual obligations.”The disruption threatens to have a ripple effect on Africa’s most-industrialized economy, particularly as Transnet’s Durban port handles 60% of the nation’s shipments. The ports are also key to shippers from landlocked African countries including the Democratic Republic of Congo, Zambia and Zimbabwe.
India urges G20 countries to fulfill emission targets
The Indian delegation in the G 20 meeting said that India has already achieved an emission reduction of 28 per cent over 2005 levels and is all set to exceed its NDC(Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC)) commitments before 2030, the press release further stated
India has achieved 38.5 per cent installed capacity from renewables, said the Indian delegation.
Ageas Federal Life Insurance expects 35-40pc premium growth in FY22
With the government allowing up to 74 per cent foreign direct investment in the insurance sector, he said: ”Now FDI limit being hiked to 74 per cent, we have to wait and see if Ageas will pick up the other 25 per cent (from IDBI Bank). The sentiment is pretty positive, but we will have to see.” However, there has been no impact on the business, he added.
IPOs will drive startup revolution in India, says Amitabh Kant
COVID-19: India adds 39,361 fresh cases,416 fatalities
Pandemic Travel Rules
The best strategy isn’t yet clear, but one thing is common: Few are taking into consideration families as a unit.
Acknowledging the difficult balance between the realities of employment and family demands could become one of the most important steps to opening up economies. But until parents have more clarity about how to cross borders with their young children, or the hoops they have to jump through to be with them, there’s little hope of a full recovery.
Fauci Says US Headed in ‘Wrong Direction’ on Coronavirus
“We’re going in the wrong direction,” said Dr. Anthony Fauci, describing himself as “very frustrated.”He said recommending that the vaccinated wear masks is “under active consideration” by the government’s leading public health officials. Also, booster shots may be suggested for people with suppressed immune systems who have been vaccinated, Dr. Anthony Fauci said.
Amazon may soon allow payments via Bitcoin, other digital currencies
No pathway to reach the Paris Agreement’s 1.5˚C goal without the G20: UN chief
Harmonize guidance on radioactivity in food and drinking water reach milestone
The establishment of the new framework will also help in case there is radiological contamination of food and drinking water due to an accident.
“In the event of a nuclear or radiological accident anywhere in the world, the technical expertise to measure radionuclides in food will be essential for public reassurance and, in certain situations, the basis for imposing restrictions,” Colgan said.
Harmonizing guidance to assess radioactivity in food and drinking water
The establishment of the new framework will also help in case there is radiological contamination of food and drinking water due to an accident.
“In the event of a nuclear or radiological accident anywhere in the world, the technical expertise to measure radionuclides in food will be essential for public reassurance and, in certain situations, the basis for imposing restrictions,” Colgan said.
Momentum of climate action can be expedited when there is enough financial support: Yadav
Insurance brokers Aon and Willis drop $30 bn merger move, Aon to pay $1 billion termination fee to Willis
Pandemic leaves Indians mired in massive medical debts
SBI Life Q1 profit slumps 43 % to Rs 220 crore on higher Covid claims payout
Decommissioning coal power plants older than 25 yrs can save Rs 37K cr: Study
The CEEW study also recommends considering 30 GW of India’s coal-based (power generation) capacity for accelerated decommissioning.In fact, it stated that relegating these inefficient plants would additionally result in a one-time saving of Rs 10,000 crore (USD 1.37 billion) on account of avoided pollution control retrofits.