FSSAI Bans Use of “ORS” Term in All Food Product Brand Names
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has announced the immediate and complete ban on the use of the term “ORS” (Oral Rehydration Salts) in the branding or naming of any food product, including in combination with prefixes, suffixes, or as part of a trademark.
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.
CDSCO Mandates Online Submission for WHO-GMP (COPP) Applications
The Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) has re-emphasized that all applications for the grant of World Health Organization – Good Manufacturing Practices (WHO-GMP) and Certificate of Pharmaceutical Product (COPP) must be submitted exclusively through the ONDLS portal after August 15, 2025. This follows a series of extensions granted to accommodate industry concerns and facilitate a smooth transition to the online system.
India Features In WHO Landmark Brief On Global AI-Traditional Medicine Integration
India’s pioneering efforts in integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) with traditional Ayush medicine systems have received significant international recognition in a new technical brief released by the World Health Organization (WHO). Titled “Mapping the Application of Artificial Intelligence in Traditional Medicine,” the brief acknowledges India’s groundbreaking work, noting it as the first country to launch a Traditional Knowledge Digital Library (TKDL) and highlighting the Ayush sector’s substantial contribution to India’s economy, valued at US$43.4 billion. This press release was issued on July 12, 2025.
India and WHO Partner to Globally Mainstream Ayush Through Landmark Agreement
The Ministry of Ayush and the World Health Organization (WHO) have signed a landmark agreement on May 24, 2025 towards elevating the global standing of traditional medicine systems. This collaboration marks the beginning of work on a dedicated Traditional Medicine module under the International Classification of Health Interventions (ICHI).
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.”