Apex drugs regulator plans to up risk-based inspection, monitoring, sampling, enforcement to check spurious drugs Strengthening Drug Safety: India’s Apex Drugs Regulator Plans Risk-Based Inspections and Monitoring The Indian pharmaceutical landscape is renowned for its vast scale, contributing significantly to both domestic consumption and global exports. However, the specter of spurious drugs—counterfeit, substandard, or falsified medicines—poses a serious threat to public health. In a significant move to combat this menace, India’s apex drugs regulator has […]

Is the fintech sector in India under a regulatory siege?   Is the Fintech Sector in India Under a Regulatory Siege? The fintech sector in India has seen explosive growth over the past decade, becoming one of the most dynamic and innovative fields in the nation’s economy. With a burgeoning number of startups and large-scale investments pouring in, fintech companies in India have revolutionized how financial services are delivered. However, with rapid growth often comes […]

NPCI moving to give netbanking a UPI-like makeover NPCI Moving to Give Netbanking a UPI-like Makeover The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has been at the forefront of revolutionizing digital payments in India. After the monumental success of the Unified Payments Interface (UPI), NPCI is now eyeing the next big transformation—giving netbanking a UPI-like makeover. This blog explores this strategic move, focusing on key points that promise to redefine the way we look at […]

Insurers may get to sell related non-insurance value added products and services but not MFs Exploring the Opportunities: Insurers Venturing into Value-Added Non-Insurance Products and Services As the insurance industry continues to evolve, companies are constantly seeking new ways to add value and enhance their offerings to customers. One of the emerging trends is the provision of related non-insurance value-added products and services. While insurers may find multiple avenues to explore in this expanding market, […]