Drugs

The Central government is considering a major regulatory change and a proposal is currently under review by the Drugs Consultative Committee

Bombay High Court orders NCB to return Rhea Chakraborty’s passport, says no reason to doubt her

The Bombay High Court granted relief to Rhea Chakraborty, directing the NCB to permanently return her passport while easing a bail condition from the 2020 drugs case tied to Sushant Singh Rajput.

Trump's 100% tariff on branded drugs: Exporters assessing impact on complex generics

Pharmexcil, the sector's leading export body, said it is prudent to stay prepared for any future policy shift and build risk-mitigation strategies.

Why is AI struggling to discover new drugs?

A generation of start-ups have failed to live up to the hype. Executives are now betting that more powerful tools will crack the complexities of human biology

British student faces life in jail for carrying drugs in Dubai. Mother calls it 'very stupid mistake'

The 23-year-old's mother said she wept on the phone and begged for forgiveness. 'She’s being really strong, but I know she’s going through a living hell,' the mother added.

Pills vs push-ups: Truth about weight loss drugs and real fitness

Weight loss injections like Ozempic and Wegovy promise quick results and have taken India’s fitness world by storm. But doctors warn that the kilos often return, muscles are lost, and side effects linger. True fitness, they stress, comes from strength, balance, and healthy habits, not shortcuts:

This Punjab village banned energy drinks. Violators to face social boycott, says panchayat

'We were alarmed by how easily these drinks were available and how they were being misused,' sarpanch Jangir Singh said.

How Novo Nordisk lost its lead in the weight loss race

Drugmaker struggled to adapt to very high demand and a market where celebrities are more influential than doctors

India's Clinical Trials: From emerging player to global leader in drug development

India's clinical trial industry has surged into the top three globally, driven by regulatory reforms, affordability, vast patient pools, and growing international confidence, positioning India as a key player in global drug development

Sean 'Diddy' Combs forced me into drugs, group s*x, long foreplay, claims his ex-girlfriend Ms Jane

Sean "Diddy" Combs' ex-girlfriend, "Jane," gave disturbing testimony in a Manhattan court. She alleged coercion into group sex and long foreplay, detailing a controlling "cuckold" lifestyle she now deeply regrets, marked by manipulation and emotional pressure

Ex-air hostess caught smuggling 45 kg deadly drug made of human bones from UK to Sri Lanka

The 'kush' drug, which has an estimated street value of about Rs 28 crore, originated in West Africa and is known for its devastating effects, killing an estimated dozen people a week in Sierra Leone alone.

Malayalam actor-producer Sandra Thomas alleges “separate budget, rooms allotted for drugs”, says "both men, women use it in film industry"

Veteran producer Sandra Thomas has made explosive revelations about rampant drug use in the Malayalam film industry, following Vincy Aloshious’s complaint against Shine Tom Chacko for alleged harassment while intoxicated, exposing a troubling culture on film sets.

Malayalam rapper Vedan taken into custody after cannabis found in flat during raid

Malayalam rapper Vedan, real name Hirandas Murali, was taken into excise custody after five grams of cannabis were allegedly seized from his Thrippunithura flat following a tip-off-based raid.

Man held with Rs 11.67 crore hydroponic weed in Goa; biggest drug haul in state

The Goa government remains committed to a zero-tolerance policy on drugs, the CM said, adding that intelligence networks will be strengthened and surveillance enhanced to crack down on such crimes to safeguard the youth and society.

Who is Zoya Begum Khan? Delhi's 'lady don' who was arrested with Rs 1 crore heroin

Special Cell ACP Sanjay Dutt and Inspector Sandeep Dabas finally managed to trap her in a drug case. Acting on a tip-off, the police arrested her from Northeast Delhi’s Welcome area while she was supplying drugs.

Trump vows more tariffs, to announce 25% tax on autos, drugs and chips | N18G

Donald Trump has announced new tariffs, including a 25% levy on imported cars, drugs, and chips, with plans to increase the rates later in the year. He claims these tariff measures are encouraging major global companies to return manufacturing to the U.S. Trump also stated that more details on the auto tariffs will be revealed on April 2, following a report from his cabinet members. Trump has long complained about unfair treatment of U.S. automotive exports, noting that the EU imposes a 10% tariff on vehicles, which is higher than the U.S. rate. The U.S. also charges a 25% tariff on imported pickup trucks to protect domestic manufacturers. The tariffs on drugs and chips will begin at 25% and rise over time, with no set start date yet. Additionally, Trump has imposed a 10% tariff on all Chinese imports and set a March 12 start date for tariffs on steel and aluminum.

Narcotic drug seizure declines 22% to 1,087 tonnes in 2024

To curb the smuggling of narcotics, the Customs Department is keeping a watch over international passenger traffic, porous borders, and commercial cargo coming into the country, CBIC Chairman Sanjay Kumar Agarwal told PTI.

India may gain nothing from the US-China trade war, say experts

A few Indian goods, such as electronics and pharmaceuticals, may gain due to the US-China tariff war, but this would also increase India’s reliance on Chinese imports and leave room for more dumping of components into the South Asian nation.

When Sanjay Dutt revealed he would take drugs to talk to girls, said, "was shocked when I woke up after a two-day drug binge and my servant..."

Sanjay Dutt has openly discussed his past struggles with drug addiction. In previous interviews, he detailed his journey through substance abuse, sharing personal experiences and the pivotal moments that inspired his recovery. He emphasized the profound impact addiction had on his life.

US woman using bag that read ‘Definitely Not a Bag Full of Drugs’ arrested for trafficking drugs

Teryn Acri was arrested 10 days after being released from jail for a similar crime after paying a bond of about Rs 13 lakh.

'I take drugs, just not at work events': Australian CEO's Christmas party pep talk to employees is viral

Explaining his remarks on drug use, Stephen Carter shared that he hadn’t consumed drugs for about five years but saw no philosophical issue with them in social settings.

Indian pharma, textiles may gain from Trump's tariffs on China, Mexico, Canada

However, retaliatory or pre-emptive actions from countries as seen in the case of Beijing could also harm certain Indian sectors like the nation’s solar panel industry.

Prateik Babbar reveals he started taking drugs when he was 13 years old, says, “It’s not because of the film industry; had a different upbringing"

Prateik Babbar, an actor known for his intense performances in films like Dhobi Ghatand Jaane Tu… Ya Jaane Na, recently opened about his early struggles with substance abuse. Addressing misconceptions that he began using drugs after finding fame in Bollywood, Babbar clarified that his struggles with addiction began when he was just 13 years old, long before he entered the entertainment industry.

Kerala students ask narcotics officers for matchbox to light gaanja beedi, caught

The students had unknowingly walked into a narcotics squad office office, mistaking it for a garage, only to realise their mistake too late.

One Direction's Liam Payne was 'on drugs', 'destroyed' hotel room before falling from 3rd floor balcony, call records reveal

The tragic death of former One Direction star Liam Payne at the age of 31 has sent shockwaves through fans and the music industry alike. According to multiple reports, Liam Payne was under the influence of drugs and was acting erratically before he fell to his death from the third floor of a hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina. An alarming 911 call made shortly before his demise has provided a disturbing glimpse into his final moments.