GENERAL Biocon Ranked 13th Among Global Life Sciences Employers By Science

Biocon Ltd, an innovation-led global biopharmaceutical company, has been ranked 13th among the world’s top 20 employers in biotechnology, biopharmaceutical, pharmaceutical and related industries in the 2026 survey conducted by US-based science journal Science. The recognition reinforces Biocon’s position as an employer of choice in the global life sciences industry. The company has featured consistently […]

CW Bureau · Oct 29, 2026

STARTUP/TECHNOLOGY IIT Madras To Host International Microbiome Symposium In Feb 2027

The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) will host the sixth edition of the International Symposium on Microbiomes from February 11 to 13, 2027, bringing together researchers from India and abroad to explore microbial communities and their applications in healthcare, agriculture, environmental protection and space exploration. Organised by the institute’s Centre for Integrative Biology […]

CW Bureau · Oct 28, 2026

GENERAL Aurobindo Pharma Acquires A1 Biochem Research Unit For ₹147 Cr

Aurobindo Pharma Ltd, through its wholly owned subsidiary Apitoria Pharma Pvt Ltd, has acquired the contract research services business of A1 Biochem Group for ₹147 crore, strengthening its presence across the active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) lifecycle. As part of the transaction, Apitoria now holds an 80% stake in A1 Biochem Labs (India) Pvt Ltd, while […]

CW Bureau · Oct 2, 2026

ECONOMY Prime Minister Modi Calls For BRICS Global Governance Reform Roadmap

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called for a more ambitious role for BRICS in shaping the global order, saying the grouping must convert its internal unity and consensus into concrete outcomes on the global stage as it enters its 20th year. Addressing the BRICS Summit, Modi said India’s chairship had followed a people-centric and humanity-first […]

CW Bureau · Sep 12, 2026

GENERAL Natco Pharma Pumps $14 Mn Into US’ eGenesis, Total Investment At $22 Mn

Natco Pharma is investing an additional $14 million in eGenesis Inc., a US-based biotechnology company developing genetically engineered organs for human transplantation. The investment will be made through Natco Pharma’s wholly owned subsidiaries , NATCO Pharma (Canada) Inc., which will invest $9.5 million, and NATCO Pharma South Africa Proprietary Ltd, which will invest $4.5 million. […]

CW Bureau · Aug 25, 2026

ECONOMY BRICS Adopts Chennai Declaration To Build Science And Tech Framework

BRICS countries have unanimously adopted the Chennai Declaration, reaffirming their commitment to building a resilient, inclusive and future-ready framework for cooperation in science, technology and innovation (STI). The declaration was adopted at the closing session of the 14th BRICS Science Ministerial Meeting, chaired by India. Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology […]

CW Bureau · Aug 22, 2026

STARTUP/TECHNOLOGY Amgen To Set Up Science And Innovation Centre In Hyderabad

Hyderabad-based Amgen has announced plans to establish a new Science and Innovation Centre at Genome Valley in Hyderabad. The centre will become part of Amgen’s global Research and Development network, which comprises seven research laboratories. It will expand the company’s scientific and research capabilities in India. Centre to focus on advanced research The new facility […]

CW Bureau · Aug 12, 2026

GENERAL Aurobindo Pharma To Acquire 80% Stake In A1 Biochem CRO Business

Aurobindo Pharma Ltd, through its wholly owned subsidiary Apitoria Pharma Pvt Ltd, will acquire an 80% stake in the Contract Research Services business of A1 Biochem Group. The acquisition will be completed within 90 to 120 days for cash consideration at an enterprise value of $17 million on a debt-free and cash-free basis. Building CRDMO […]

CW Bureau · Jul 24, 2026

STARTUP/TECHNOLOGY NIT Rourkela Secures Patent For Eco-Friendly Film For Healthcare Products

Researchers at the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Rourkela have secured a patent for a biodegradable and antimicrobial bio-composite film that could replace petroleum-based plastic materials widely used in wound dressings, bandages and other healthcare products. The innovation, developed by researchers from the Department of Biotechnology and Medical Engineering, aims to tackle the growing challenge […]

CW Bureau · Jul 22, 2026

STARTUP/TECHNOLOGY IITM, Herbalife Launch India’s First Plant Cell Fermentation Research CoE

Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras), in collaboration with Herbalife International India Pvt Ltd, has inaugurated the Herbalife–IIT Madras Centre of Excellence (CoE) on Plant Cell Fermentation Technology, India’s first dedicated facility for translational research and innovation in plant cell fermentation. The initiative, launched on June 22, 2026, marks a significant step towards strengthening […]

CW Bureau · Jun 25, 2026

STARTUP/TECHNOLOGY India Positions DeepTech Global: Modi And Macron Launch Bharat Innovates

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron on Sunday jointly inaugurated the maiden edition of Bharat Innovates 2026 at the Palais des Expositions de Nice in France, marking a significant step in strengthening innovation-led collaboration between India and global stakeholders. Organised by the Government of India under the aegis of the Union Ministry […]

CW Bureau · Jun 14, 2026

GENERAL Lupin Secures USFDA Approval For Ranibizumab Biosimilar Ranluspec

Global pharmaceutical major Lupin has received approval from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for Ranluspec (ranibizumab-hkdz), an interchangeable biosimilar referencing Lucentis, marking a significant milestone in the company’s expanding biosimilars portfolio. The approval makes Ranluspec the only interchangeable ranibizumab biosimilar in the United States available in both vial and pre-filled syringe (PFS) presentations. […]

CW Bureau · Jun 5, 2026