There were no serious side effects. But more than half the study participants reported flu-like reactions to the shots that aren't uncommon with other vaccines -- fatigue, headache, chills, fever and pain at the injection site

According to S Eswara Reddy, the Drug Controller General of India (DCGI), the new rules for regulating e-pharmacies are expected to make it mandatory for all online pharmacy players to get registered with the central government

Lack of competitiveness, paucity of risk capital, infrastructure issues and a strong rupee are preventing exports from taking off

Zydus Cadila, India's fourth-largest drug company by revenue, is banking big on research of new drugs, even though others have bowed out. Zydus expects the new drug business to grow to Rs 3,500 crore in four-five years

Modern-day lifestyle often leads to back and neck pain, but it could be an early symptom of serious health problems

A lot of innovative healthcare wearables and devices are entering the market.

Market changes and increased regulatory oversight in the US have hurt Lupin, but India's third-biggest drug maker is making efforts to come back.

Indian pharma companies are facing strong headwinds, but they are also exploring every new opportunity to ensure a quick recovery.

The BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty gained 414.04 points and 128.15 points, respectively, to 27,730.21 and 8,353.10. The mid-cap and small cap index closed up around 1.49 per cent and 1.40 per cent, respectively.

Green tea has several undoubted health benefits but a debate has risen around claims that it can aid weight loss.

We explore stocks and sectors that have limiteddownside for those who wish to be safe and yet do not want to miss the bus incase the markets rise in 2012.

Next year, Glenmark Pharma is likely to have half a dozen compounds in Phase II human trials. Chairman Glenn Saldanha hopes to hit the market with one or more of his drugs between 2015 and 2017. This potential upside is precisely why Glenmark is in Business Today's listing of Tomorrow's Goliaths.SPECIAL: India Inc's rising star companies Other 7 companies in the list:IndiGo | Fortis | Lanco Infratech | Cafe Coffee Day | Nuclear Power Corporation | Axis Bank | iGate

It's time to get a grip on when your workday begins and when it ends, especially if you keep erratic hours.

While MNCs are invading India in a desperate quest for new markets, Indian pharma firms are struggling to expand and rise up the value chain in a tough, competitive environment.

While most Indian companies have yet to incorporate risk analysis in their businesses even after being hit by the slowdown, a handful has shown India Inc. why it’s essential to do so.

It’s 170 years old but it could well be your prescription for the future. Tai Chi Chuan is backed by scientific research, and promises a multitude of benefits.

If you take a lot of long flights, then you’ll know the side effects—aching joints, lack of sleep and irregular sleeping and eating patterns. Sure, you know that drinking enough water and flexing your limbs from time to time will help ease the pain. But it’s not that simple. Here’s a lowdown on how to really stay fit before, during and after a long haul.