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 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: 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
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
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
Rash of child deaths in Gambia linked to cough syrups made in India - WHO
Lab analysis confirmed "unacceptable" amounts of diethylene glycol and ethylene glycol, which can be toxic and lead to acute kidney injury.
Thu Oct 06 2022
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Malaysia's inflation at 1.9 pct in Oct 2024 - DOSM
Malaysia's inflation rate for October 2024 has increased to 1.9 per cent, up from 1.8 per cent in September this year.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Saudi Arabia showcases Vision 2030 goals at Airshow China 2024
For the first time, Saudi Arabia is participating in the China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition held recently in Zhuhai.
Fri Nov 22 2024
King Charles' coronation cost GBP 71mil, govt accounts show
The coronation of Britain's King Charles cost taxpayers GBP72 million (US$90 million), official accounts have revealed.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Couple and associate charged with trafficking 51.9 kg of meth
A married couple and a man were charged in the Magistrate's Court here today with trafficking 51.974 kilogrammes of Methamphetamine.
Fri Nov 22 2024
PDRM to consult AGC in completing Teoh Beng Hock investigation
The police may seek new testimony from existing witnesses for additional insights into the investigation of Teoh Beng Hock's death.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Thai court rejects petition over ex-PM Thaksin's political influence
Thailand's Constitutional Court rejects a petition seeking to stop Thaksin Shinawatra from interfering in the running the Pheu Thai party.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Abidin takes oath of office as Sungai Bakap assemblyman
The State Assemblyman for Sungai Bakap, Abidin Ismail, was sworn in today at the State Assembly building, Lebuh Light.
Fri Nov 22 2024
UPNM cadet officer charged with injuring junior, stomping on him with spike boots
A cadet officer at UPNM pleaded not guilty to a charge of injuring his junior by stomping on the victim's stomach with spike boots.
Fri Nov 22 2024