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Speed and flexibility play a critical role in how we compete with larger global players
Kriti Jajoo, VP-BD and Strategy, Shriji Polymers, as the next-gen leader, speaks on how the company is evolving with a leadership approach that balances technology, sustainability, and customer-centricity to create long-term value, in an interview with Express Pharma
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January 2026
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Vizag rising: Shaping India's pharma future
At the Vizag Pharma Summit 2025, hosted by Express Pharma, industry leaders discussed how quality, R&D, compliance, and emerging technologies are driving India's next phase of pharma growth
9 min |
January 2026
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Future of pharma: Trends, challenges & AI
Industry experts discussed how Al is transforming pharmaceutical R&D, highlighting both the promise and the practical limitations of current technologies
2 min |
January 2026
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Gandhi Automations presents multi-composites, high-performance door PRIME NEO for clean environments
When it comes to pharmaceutical facilities and laboratories, clean rooms' hygiene and protection from environmental contamination are the most important factors to consider.
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January 2026
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Can Indian biosimilars and generics restate accessibility in global underserved markets?
Hari Kiran Chereddi, MD & CEO - HRV Pharma & NHG Pharma highlights that India's success in generics is no longer enough, as the world now demands advanced biologics, biosimilars, and personalised medicines. He further emphasises on the need for stronger regulation, innovation, and investment so India can lead in next-generation therapies and expand global access to cutting-edge healthcare
3 min |
January 2026
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The next wave of growth will belong not to the fastest manufacturers but to the most innovative problem-solvers
As India moves into 2026, industry experts state that the next phase of growth in pharmaceuticals will depend on strengthening formulation R&D, building a skilled and adaptable workforce, and closing gaps between academic research and industry needs.
6 min |
January 2026
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Results win customers. Leadership discipline keeps them
Drawing themes from his new book The Dual Mandate in B2B - Driving Results. Shaping Culture, Mohan Joshi - Global C-Suite Partner & Former President, SCHOTT India, discusses leadership systems, alignment, and execution in conversation with Neha Aathavale.
3 min |
January 2026
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INDIA'S INNOVATION JOURNEY FROM PROMISE TO PROOF
India's pharma ecosystem is ready to embrace stronger science and bolder ideas. Turning early breakthroughs into scalable, sustainable innovation remains the challenge
8 min |
January 2026
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PRUV® -The original Sodium Stearyl Fumarate
JRS Pharma's PRUV® is the original sodium stearyl fumarate (SSF) introduced in the market over 20 years ago
5 min |
January 2026
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Odisha's pharma pitch
The inaugural Odisha Pharma Summit 2025 delivered strong early signals of intent, positioning the state as an upcoming destination for PLI-triggered expansions, to complement existing pharma hubs. As Hemant Sharma, ACS Industry Dept and I&PR Dept, Govt of Odisha puts it, the aim is to “become a good, viable second option.” How fast can the eastern newcomer catch up and become India's next life sciences hub, asks Viveka Roychowdhury
5 min |
January 2026
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Leveraging Microfluidic Technology for mRNA-LNP Manufacturing
Over the past five years, messenger RNA (mRNA) therapeutics have undergone a rapid transition from experimental tools to powerful, life-saving medicines. From vaccines to cancer immunotherapies, mRNA offers the ability to instruct our own cells to produce therapeutic proteins on demand.
3 min |
January 2026
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Good pharma-focused developers are now co-designing with GMP/WHO/USFDA consultants from day zero
In a post-pandemic world, pharma real estate has evolved from a cost decision to a strategic one.
5 min |
January 2026
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Local focus to strengthen Indian pharmaceutical manufacturers
For the Indian pharmaceutical industry, competitiveness not only means access to international markets, but also establishing expertise and operational capabilities on an equal footing directly in India.
3 min |
January 2026
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What It Takes to Build Pharmaceutical Facilities That Perform from Day One
As regulatory expectations tighten and speed-to-market pressures intensify, pharmaceutical facilities must be designed for certainty from day one. Drawing from large-scale project experience, engineering, simulation-led design, and early validation are redefining successful facility delivery
3 min |
January 2026
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Strategic procurement in clinical trials: A digital transformation imperative
Gourab Ray, Global Category Buyer, Sanofi outlines key value levers, describes an operating model that integrates procurement with clinical and supply-chain functions, and proposes a pragmatic roadmap for sponsors and CROs seeking to modernise their approach
7 min |
January 2026
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Leadership imperative shaping India's healthcare and pharma landscape in 2026
India's rapidly growing healthcare sector now needs a new kind of leadership-one that blends scientific expertise with strategic, ethical, and digital capabilities to remain globally competitive
3 min |
January 2026
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Beyond the ladder: Why sustainable growth needs to be T-shaped and self-driven
If one looks at the organisations that have excelled in their core operating areas and also considered as employers of choice, one will find that employee growth and development are deep rooted in the ethos of such organisations and act as strategic drivers for professional and organisational success.
5 min |
January 2026
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Pharma trends that will shape 2026: Building a future-ready, patient-centric industry
Anil Matai, Director General, OPPI, outlines the major pharmaceutical trends expected to shape 2026, detailing how digital health, Al-driven drug development, precision medicine and resilient supply chains will influence the industry's shift towards a future-ready, patient-centric ecosystem
3 min |
January 2026
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Local manufacturing is not just a priority— it is a national commitment
Frehiwot Abebe, State Minister, Ministry of Health, Ethiopia, and Bhavin Mukund Mehta, Vice Chairman, Pharmexcil, discuss Ethiopia's evolving pharma ecosystem.
4 min |
January 2026
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Quality Trailblazer emphasises that leadership commitment is non-negotiable
In an exclusive interview with Swati Rana, Ranjit Barshikar, CEO - QbD International and author of the newly launched book Quality Trailblazer, shares reflections from his five-decade journey across global pharmaceutical manufacturing, quality systems, and regulatory landscapes
5 min |
January 2026
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Clinical research careers: India's next big opportunity
Dr Seema Pai, President, Indian Society for Clinical Research highlights that India's clinical research sector is rapidly growing, and this growth is creating global opportunities, fostering collaboration, and opening promising career pathways for young professionals while positioning India as a future leader in clinical research
3 min |
January 2026
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India at a jumping-off point in terms of commitment to global clinical studies
Paul Bridges, PhD, President, Consulting, Parexel, and Sanjay Vyas, President of Global Safety Services & Clinical Logistics and Country Head for India, Parexel, shortlist trends that will define 2026 from data protection uncertainty and AI governance to biosimilars' second wind, inspection readiness and India's emergence as a global clinical trials hub. Excerpts from a wide-ranging conversation with Viveka Roychowdhury
6 min |
January 2026
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India's Pharma 2047: How academia can drive innovation and self-reliance
Dr Supriya Shidhaye, Principal, Vivekanand Education Society College of Pharmacy (Autonomous), asserts that pharmacy institutions must become catalysts of discovery, translational research, and high-value skill development. The future demands not just graduates, but innovators and leaders capable of shaping global healthcare
3 min |
January 2026
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Next year, resilience will bubble up as a critical business objective
As pharma R&D becomes more digital, cloud-driven and Al-enabled, cyber risk is fast emerging as a boardroom priority. Rajnish Gupta, MD & Country Manager, Tenable India, explains why resilience, not just prevention, will define pharma cybersecurity strategies in 2026 and beyond, in an interview with Viveka Roychowdhury
4 min |
January 2026
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We are cost-competitive and aligned with global ESG framework demands
From dependence on imported single-use products and containment solutions, India's biologics sector can today access domestically manufactured SUTs, which can be 20–30 per cent more cost-effective than imported counterparts.
5 min |
January 2026
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Supriya Lifescience ramps up capacity and global readiness for next phase of growth
Recently, Supriya Lifescience expanded its manufacturing capacity at the Lote facility with the commissioning of Module E, which has enhanced operational efficiency and increased capacity utilisation from 70 per cent in FY2025 to 78 per cent in the first half of FY 2026.
4 min |
January 2026
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We train professionals to see quality not as a checklist but as a mindset
Prof. Dr Syed S. Abbas, Director, Institute of Good Manufacturing Practices India (IGMPI), explains how globally benchmarked programmes, hands-on learning, industry-aligned curricula, and flexible training models are preparing professionals to meet global compliance expectations and strengthen India's position as a hub for safe, high-quality pharma products, in an interaction with Kalyani Sharma
4 min |
January 2026
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Pharcos Speciality's Daman plant secures WHO-GMP certification
The certification underscores Pharcos' adherence to globally recognised quality standards, safety, and regulatory compliance, strengthening its position as a trusted manufacturer of excipients
2 min |
January 2026
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The invisible threat: Why packaging inks are the next major recall risk for pharma
Jatin Takkar, Head - Product Safety & Regulatory, Siegwerk India writes that packaging is emerging as a potential source of contamination due to unsafe ink chemistries. With global standards evolving, the industry must shift from reactive compliance to a proactive 'Safe by Design' approach that ensures packaging inks are as safe as the medicines they guard
4 min |
December 2025
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Beyond the machine: How intelligent packaging design elevates parenteral delivery
For sensitive parenteral products, the packaging is as critical as the drug itself. Uhlmann demonstrates how deep design competence turns packaging challenges into patient-centric solutions
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