India still remains heavily dependent on imports for ultrasound scanners. Most high-end systems are sourced from multinational companies. Domestic manufacturing is limited to basic and mid-range devices, leaving advanced imaging technologies to be mostly...
A blood pressure monitor (BP monitor) or sphygmomanometer is a medical device used to measure the pressure of blood against artery walls. It consists of an inflatable cuff and a gauge (manual or digital). It measures systolic (heartbeat) and diastolic (rest) pressure...
CDSCO is the apex regulatory body for medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics entering the Indian market. All these products are regulated to ensure their safety and effectiveness as well as safeguard the patients and consumers. A CDSCO license is required to...
India has granted a customs duty waiver on 40 petrochemical inputs until June 30, 2026. The aim is to ease the burden on pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturers facing raw material price hikes due to the West Asia conflict. The waiver covers critical...
India’s parliamentary panel has recommended decentralising medical device approvals to State Licensing Authorities. The aim is to reduce delays, improve efficiency, and strengthen competitiveness. The reforms target bottlenecks in CDSCO processes, especially for...
SUGAM is the official CDSCO license application portal. It is a single-window online system for regulatory submissions. It ensures faster approvals and clear digital tracking of submissions. Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) has announced a new SUGAM...