Health Ministry Orders Nationwide Crackdown on Contaminated Cough Syrups and Irrational Use
The Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare convened a high-level meeting under the chairmanship of Union Health Secretary to address recent concerns regarding the quality and administration of cough syrups, particularly in children. The meeting, attended by top officials from the Ministry of Health, Department of Pharmaceuticals, ICMR, and Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI), resulted in strict directives for all States and Union Territories.
ICMR and CDSCO Seek Public Comments on TB Diagnostic Protocols
The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) have jointly released a set of standard evaluation protocols for In-Vitro Diagnostics (IVDs) for tuberculosis (TB). These protocols are designed to facilitate the licensure process for TB diagnostics under the Medical Devices Rules, 2017, by ensuring the quality and performance of these kits.
ICMR and CDSCO Release Draft Protocols for In-Vitro Diagnostics
The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) have jointly drafted and released standard evaluation protocols for a range of In-Vitro Diagnostics (IVDs). This initiative aims to streamline the licensure process for IVDs under the Medical Devices Rules, 2017, by providing clear guidelines for manufacturers and testing labs in India.
ICMR Releases Ethical Guidelines for Integrative Medicine Research
The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has published an addendum to its National Ethical Guidelines for Biomedical and Health Research Involving Human Participants (2017), establishing a structured ethical framework for Research in Integrative Medicine (RIM). The addendum provides clear ethical guidelines for research that combines traditional Ayush systems with modern medical practices, ensuring ethical rigor and regulatory compliance.
Health Minister Nadda Inaugurates International Symposium on Health Technology Assessment (ISHTA 2025)
The symposium, organized by the Department of Health Research (DHR) in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO) India Country Office and the Centre for Global Development (CGD), focuses on “Bridging Evidence to Policy: Health Technology Assessment for Affordable Healthcare.”
ICMR & CDSCO Seek Input On HMPV Real-Time PCR Evaluation Protocol
The current draft focuses specifically on laboratory performance evaluation of HMPV real-time PCR kits, with all clinical samples tested according to the candidate test’s instructions for use. The primary purpose is to evaluate the performance characteristics of these kits in diagnosing HMPV infection/disease.
Guidance Document Validation Of Rapid Diagnostics For Pathogen Identification And Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing, 2025
The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has released a comprehensive guidance document for the validation of rapid diagnostics aimed at pathogen identification and antimicrobial susceptibility testing (AST). This document bridges existing gaps in the validation process and provides a framework for innovators and developers to ensure their diagnostic tools meet regulatory standards.
ICMR holds Innovative TB Health Technologies Workshop
The two-day workshop aims to promote innovative health technologies for tuberculosis (TB) and facilitate their adoption in the End TB program. It also serves as a platform to showcase TB innovation health technologies exhibited at the Stop TB Summit in Varanasi.