Deadly Indonesian cough syrup was almost pure toxin, court papers show
Indonesian drugmaker Afi Farma used ingredients with toxin concentrations of up to 99% in 70 batches of medicine, prosecutors said.
Fri Oct 13 2023
Indian firms linked to cough syrup deaths had received warnings
The deaths of 12 children in northen India, police allege, were caused by adulterated cough syrup made by drugmaker Digital Vision.
Wed Sep 13 2023
Uzbekistan says contaminated Indian cough syrup was on market due to bribery
Distributors of contaminated cough syrup that killed 65 children in Uzbekistan bribed local officials to skip mandatory testing.
Thu Aug 17 2023
India finds string of deficiencies among drugmakers after risk tests
In recent months after some cough syrups made in the country were linked to the deaths of at least 95 children overseas.
Thu Aug 03 2023
India finds 'violations' at cough syrup maker linked to Cameroon deaths
It is the fourth Indian cough syrup maker to stop production after regulators found lapses.
Wed Aug 02 2023
India suspends another drugmaker's licence over tainted cough syrup
The WHO flagged contamination with unacceptable amounts of diethylene glycol and ethylene glycol, which are toxic to humans when consumed.
Tue Jul 25 2023
Exclusive - Indian firm used toxic industrial-grade ingredient in syrup - sources
Marion Biotech also did not test the ingredient before using it in the syrups it sold to Uzbekistan, an investigator said.
Wed Jun 28 2023
Exclusive: Indonesia police probe drug regulators over cough syrup
Indonesia's police expand the probe into tainted cough syrups linked to the deaths of more than 200 children across the nation.
Mon Jun 26 2023
India makes tests mandatory for cough syrup export after overseas deaths
Indian-made cough syrups were linked to the deaths of dozens of children in Gambia and Uzbekistan.
Tue May 23 2023
WHO urges 'immediate action' after cough syrup deaths
The medicines, over-the-counter cough syrups, had high levels of diethylene glycol and ethylene glycol.
Tue Jan 24 2023
Uzbekistan arrests four over Indian cough syrup deaths
Uzbekistan has arrested four people in an investigation into the deaths of 19 children who consumed cough syrup made by Indian drug maker Marion Biotech.
Fri Jan 06 2023
Maiden seeks to reopen plant after India govt lab says cough syrups were safe
The plant was closed after the WHO said in October that its investigators had found "unacceptable" levels of diethylene glycol and ethylene glycol.
Fri Dec 16 2022
Indonesia revokes firms' fever syrup licences amid inquiry into 150 deaths
Indonesian health authorities said solvents used in the syrups from the two companies contained impurities.
Tue Nov 01 2022
India finds serious violations at firm linked to Gambia deaths, suspends production
The deaths of 69 children in Gambia - one of the worst such incidents involving drugs from India - have come as a blow to the industry.
Thu Oct 13 2022
Cough syrup products linked to 66 child deaths in Gambia not registered in Malaysia - Health DG
The four cough and cold syrup products, linked to the death of 66 children in Gambia, are not registered in Malaysia, said Health Director-General Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah.
Fri Oct 07 2022
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024