Arvind Mishra

 Eli Lilly has launched its weight-loss and type 2 diabetes medication, Mounjaro (tirzepatide), in India following approval from the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation. This once-weekly injectable drug is available in single-dose vials, with the 2.5 mg vial priced at ₹3,500 and the 5 mg vial at ₹4,375. Mounjaro functions by activating hormone receptors that regulate blood sugar levels and appetite, aiding in weight management.  However, potential side effects include gastrointestinal issues, pancreatitis, hypoglycemia, and gallbladder problems. Individuals with specific health conditions should consult a doctor before use.  The introduction of Mounjaro is expected to intensify competition in India's obesity treatment market. Novo Nordisk plans to launch its weight-loss drug, Wegovy (semaglutide), by 2026 as its active ingredient is set to go off-patent in India. Additionally, Indian pharmaceutical companies like Sun Pharmaceutical, Biocon, Zydus Lifesciences, C...

  Rachin Ravindra, the New Zealand cricketer, has Indian roots through his parents, who hail from India. His father, Ravi Krishnamurthy, is originally from Bengaluru (Bangalore), Karnataka, India. Ravi moved to New Zealand in the 1990s for work and played club cricket there before encouraging his son Rachin to take up the sport.   Rachin' name is a tribute to two legendary Indian cricketers—Rhul Dravid and Sachin Tendulkar—reflecting his family's deep connection to Indian cricket. Despite being born and raised in New Zealand, Rachin has often spoken about his Indian heritage and has visited India multiple times for cricket and family connections.

 A recent study published in Nature Mental Health has raised concerns over the use of paracetamol (also known as acetaminophen)—the most commonly recommended painkiller during pregnancy—and its potential link to attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children. The study, which tracked acetaminophen biomarkers in the blood of 307 Black women during their second trimester, found that children born to mothers with detectable levels of the drug had an 18% prevalence of ADHD compared to 9% in children whose mothers did not have these markers. Overall, the risk of an ADHD diagnosis was more than three times higher among exposed children, with the association being even more pronounced in daughters (a six-fold increase) compared to sons.  Despite paracetamol’s longstanding reputation as a safe pain reliever during pregnancy, these findings suggest that its impact on fetal neurodevelopment may need a closer look. However, it’s important to note that other larger-scale stud...

  A special court in Mumbai has ordered the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) to file a First Information Report (FIR) against former Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) Chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch and five other officials. The allegations pertain to the fraudulent listing of a company on the stock exchange, purportedly facilitated by regulatory authorities, including SEBI, without adherence to the SEBI Act and associated regulations. The complainant, a media reporter, contends that SEBI officials neglected their statutory duties, enabling market manipulation and corporate fraud by allowing the listing of a company that did not meet the prescribed norms. Despite multiple appeals to law enforcement and regulatory bodies, no action was taken, prompting judicial intervention. The court observed prima facie evidence of regulatory lapses and collusion, necessitating a fair and impartial probe, and has directed the ACB to submit a status report within 30 days.  During her te...