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India Makes Cough Syrups Prescription Only Under New Drug Rule 2026

Government restricts cough syrup sales under new prescription rule The Government of India has introduced a strict regulatory change that makes cough syrups and other medicinal syrup-based formulations available only against a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner. The decision comes through an amendment to the Drugs Rules, 1945, and represents a major shift in how over-the-counter medi

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16 Jun 2026 01:58 AM

India Makes Cough Syrups Prescription Only Under New Drug Rule 2026

Government restricts cough syrup sales under new prescription rule The Government of India has introduced a strict regulatory change that makes cough syrups and other medicinal syrup-based formulations available only against a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner. The decision comes through an amendment to the Drugs Rules, 1945, and represents a major shift in how over-the-counter medi

Health & Wellness

Gas-X Extra Strength Recall: Check Lot Numbers and Refund Steps

Haleon has recalled four lots of Gas-X Extra Strength Softgels after a possible coolant contamination issue during packaging. The Gas-X Extra Strength recall affects 125 mg softgels in 120-count and 72-count bottles distributed to the consumer level beginning Monday, April 13, 2026, according to a company announcement published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Thursday, June 4, 2026. Gas-X Extra Strength Recall Covers Four Lots The r

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05 Jun 2026 12:13 PM

Gas-X Extra Strength Recall: Check Lot Numbers and Refund Steps

Haleon has recalled four lots of Gas-X Extra Strength Softgels after a possible coolant contamination issue during packaging. The Gas-X Extra Strength recall affects 125 mg softgels in 120-count and 72-count bottles distributed to the consumer level beginning Monday, April 13, 2026, according to a company announcement published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Thursday, June 4, 2026. Gas-X Extra Strength Recall Covers Four Lots The r

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Georgia operation nets 78 fugitives, guns, drugs, and cash

The United States Marshals Service announced the arrest of 78 fugitives following a coordinated three-week operation in Georgia targeting individuals accused of serious and violent crimes. Authorities said the operation, conducted between Sunday, March 16, 2026, and Thursday, April 3, 2026, also resulted i

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13 Apr 2026 15:50 PM

Georgia operation nets 78 fugitives, guns, drugs, and cash

The United States Marshals Service announced the arrest of 78 fugitives following a coordinated three-week operation in Georgia targeting individuals accused of serious and violent crimes. Authorities said the operation, conducted between Sunday, March 16, 2026, and Thursday, April 3, 2026, also resulted i

Crime & Justice

Mizoram Police Seize Drugs Worth ₹25 Crore in a Week, 8 Arrested in Major Narcotics Bust

Mizoram police have successfully dismantled several drug smuggling operations, seizing narcotics worth ₹25.01 crore over the past week. The drugs, primarily heroin and methamphetamine, were recovered in multiple locations across the state. One of the major operations took place on March 25, when a CID team intercepted a truck near Tuirial Bridge, Aizawl. The driver, a 23-year-old from Champhai district, was arrested. Between March 27 and 29, police seized 4.46 kg of hero

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02 Apr 2026 02:47 AM

Mizoram Police Seize Drugs Worth ₹25 Crore in a Week, 8 Arrested in Major Narcotics Bust

Mizoram police have successfully dismantled several drug smuggling operations, seizing narcotics worth ₹25.01 crore over the past week. The drugs, primarily heroin and methamphetamine, were recovered in multiple locations across the state. One of the major operations took place on March 25, when a CID team intercepted a truck near Tuirial Bridge, Aizawl. The driver, a 23-year-old from Champhai district, was arrested. Between March 27 and 29, police seized 4.46 kg of hero

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Britney Spears Arrested for DUI: Representative Calls Actions Inexcusable, Needs Lifestyle Change

Pop sensation Britney Spears was arrested on March 4, 2026, on suspicion of driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol and drugs in Ventura County, California. The singer was detained at 9:30 pm local time and released in the early hours of March 5, according to the Ventura County Sheriff’s Department. Following her release, Spears' representative addressed the incident, issuing a statement that emphasized the seriousness of the situation. The representative described the arrest as an "un

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06 Mar 2026 04:59 AM

Britney Spears Arrested for DUI: Representative Calls Actions Inexcusable, Needs Lifestyle Change

Pop sensation Britney Spears was arrested on March 4, 2026, on suspicion of driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol and drugs in Ventura County, California. The singer was detained at 9:30 pm local time and released in the early hours of March 5, according to the Ventura County Sheriff’s Department. Following her release, Spears' representative addressed the incident, issuing a statement that emphasized the seriousness of the situation. The representative described the arrest as an "un

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Eli Lilly becomes first health-care firm to briefly reach $1 trillion market value

Eli Lilly reached a historic milestone on Friday when it briefly surpassed a $1 trillion market capitalization, becoming the first health-care company in the world to enter a territory long dominated by technology giants. The company’s stock hovered near $1,048 per share during morning trading, touching the trillion-dollar threshold before pulling back slightly. It is only the second nontechnology business in the United States to reach this valuation, following Berkshire Hathaway’s climb

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21 Nov 2025 14:53 PM

Eli Lilly becomes first health-care firm to briefly reach $1 trillion market value

Eli Lilly reached a historic milestone on Friday when it briefly surpassed a $1 trillion market capitalization, becoming the first health-care company in the world to enter a territory long dominated by technology giants. The company’s stock hovered near $1,048 per share during morning trading, touching the trillion-dollar threshold before pulling back slightly. It is only the second nontechnology business in the United States to reach this valuation, following Berkshire Hathaway’s climb

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New FDA rule requires opioid warning labels and promotes overdose reversal awareness

The Food and Drug Administration has announced a new regulation that will require every prescription for opioid pain medications to carry a warning label highlighting the risks associated with long-term use. This decision comes as part of the agency's ongoing efforts to combat the rising number of opioid-related overdoses and deaths across the United States. Data has consistently shown that a significant percentage of unintentional overdoses occur after individuals are initially prescribe

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02 Aug 2025 13:46 PM

New FDA rule requires opioid warning labels and promotes overdose reversal awareness

The Food and Drug Administration has announced a new regulation that will require every prescription for opioid pain medications to carry a warning label highlighting the risks associated with long-term use. This decision comes as part of the agency's ongoing efforts to combat the rising number of opioid-related overdoses and deaths across the United States. Data has consistently shown that a significant percentage of unintentional overdoses occur after individuals are initially prescribe

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Man arrested in South Dallas after major narcotics and weapons seizure

A major law enforcement operation in South Dallas has led to the arrest of a 26-year-old man and the seizure of significant quantities of illegal drugs, firearms-related items, and packaging materials commonly used in drug distribution. The operation followed a tip from a law enforcement agency which pointed officers toward suspected illegal activity in the 3100 block of Harmon Street. Acting on that information, authorities secured a search warrant and conducted a raid at the ide

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23 Jul 2025 16:42 PM

Man arrested in South Dallas after major narcotics and weapons seizure

A major law enforcement operation in South Dallas has led to the arrest of a 26-year-old man and the seizure of significant quantities of illegal drugs, firearms-related items, and packaging materials commonly used in drug distribution. The operation followed a tip from a law enforcement agency which pointed officers toward suspected illegal activity in the 3100 block of Harmon Street. Acting on that information, authorities secured a search warrant and conducted a raid at the ide

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UK Woman Held in Sri Lanka Over Drug Made From Human Bones

A 21-year-old woman from the United Kingdom has been arrested in Sri Lanka for allegedly smuggling a large quantity of "kush" — a dangerous synthetic drug made from toxic chemicals and ground-up human bones. Charlotte May Lee, a former flight attendant from south London, was apprehended earlier this month at Colombo’s Bandaranaike International Airport after authorities discovered over 100 pounds (approximately 45 kg) of the drug in her suitcases. The haul, estimated to

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28 May 2025 01:19 AM

UK Woman Held in Sri Lanka Over Drug Made From Human Bones

A 21-year-old woman from the United Kingdom has been arrested in Sri Lanka for allegedly smuggling a large quantity of "kush" — a dangerous synthetic drug made from toxic chemicals and ground-up human bones. Charlotte May Lee, a former flight attendant from south London, was apprehended earlier this month at Colombo’s Bandaranaike International Airport after authorities discovered over 100 pounds (approximately 45 kg) of the drug in her suitcases. The haul, estimated to

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San Marcos Drug Bust Uncovers Massive Narcotics Cache

In one of the most significant drug seizures in recent San Marcos history, police uncovered a massive stash of illegal narcotics and firearms earlier this month during a search of a home on Hughson Drive. Acting on a tip from a concerned citizen, the San Marcos Police Department Narcotics Division executed a search warrant that led to the arrest of 28-year-old Erik Cadena, who now faces a list of multiple felony charges. Authorities reported finding a staggering quantity of controll

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26 May 2025 09:35 AM

San Marcos Drug Bust Uncovers Massive Narcotics Cache

In one of the most significant drug seizures in recent San Marcos history, police uncovered a massive stash of illegal narcotics and firearms earlier this month during a search of a home on Hughson Drive. Acting on a tip from a concerned citizen, the San Marcos Police Department Narcotics Division executed a search warrant that led to the arrest of 28-year-old Erik Cadena, who now faces a list of multiple felony charges. Authorities reported finding a staggering quantity of controll

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Unused Prescription Drug Collection Returns as DEA Battles Opioid Crisis

This Saturday, communities across the United States will join a coordinated national effort to collect and safely dispose of unused prescription drugs as the Drug Enforcement Agency holds its biannual Prescription Drug Take-Back Day. In collaboration with local law enforcement agencies, the DEA is once again encouraging residents to clear their homes of expired, unwanted, or unnecessary medications to reduce the risk of misuse and protect public safety. The event will take place from 10 a.m. to

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25 Apr 2025 09:17 AM

Unused Prescription Drug Collection Returns as DEA Battles Opioid Crisis

This Saturday, communities across the United States will join a coordinated national effort to collect and safely dispose of unused prescription drugs as the Drug Enforcement Agency holds its biannual Prescription Drug Take-Back Day. In collaboration with local law enforcement agencies, the DEA is once again encouraging residents to clear their homes of expired, unwanted, or unnecessary medications to reduce the risk of misuse and protect public safety. The event will take place from 10 a.m. to

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25-Ton Drug Bust In Vizag: Lokesh, Naidu Fire On Jagan

The opposition parties have repeatedly been fuming over the YSR Congress government in Andhra Pradesh claiming that AP has become the drug capital of India under Jagan's regime. Today's ground-breaking news update has claimed that the CBI seized a massive 25,000-kilogram drug consignment in Vizag. Chandrababu Naidu and Nara Lokes swiftly sprung to action as they fumed on CM Jagan for the alleged big-scale drug bust that happened off the shores of Vizag.

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22 Mar 2024 13:50 PM

25-Ton Drug Bust In Vizag: Lokesh, Naidu Fire On Jagan

The opposition parties have repeatedly been fuming over the YSR Congress government in Andhra Pradesh claiming that AP has become the drug capital of India under Jagan's regime. Today's ground-breaking news update has claimed that the CBI seized a massive 25,000-kilogram drug consignment in Vizag. Chandrababu Naidu and Nara Lokes swiftly sprung to action as they fumed on CM Jagan for the alleged big-scale drug bust that happened off the shores of Vizag.

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India Makes Cough Syrups Prescription Only Under New Drug Rule 2026

India Makes Cough Syrups Prescription Only Under New Drug Rule 2026

Gas-X Extra Strength Recall: Check Lot Numbers and Refund Steps

Gas-X Extra Strength Recall: Check Lot Numbers and Refund Steps

Georgia operation nets 78 fugitives, guns, drugs, and cash

Georgia operation nets 78 fugitives, guns, drugs, and cash

Mizoram Police Seize Drugs Worth ₹25 Crore in a Week, 8 Arrested in Major Narcotics Bust

Mizoram Police Seize Drugs Worth ₹25 Crore in a Week, 8 Arrested in Major Narcotics Bust

Britney Spears Arrested for DUI: Representative Calls Actions Inexcusable, Needs Lifestyle Change

Britney Spears Arrested for DUI: Representative Calls Actions Inexcusable, Needs Lifestyle Change

Eli Lilly becomes first health-care firm to briefly reach $1 trillion market value

Eli Lilly becomes first health-care firm to briefly reach $1 trillion market value

New FDA rule requires opioid warning labels and promotes overdose reversal awareness

New FDA rule requires opioid warning labels and promotes overdose reversal awareness

Man arrested in South Dallas after major narcotics and weapons seizure

Man arrested in South Dallas after major narcotics and weapons seizure

UK Woman Held in Sri Lanka Over Drug Made From Human Bones

UK Woman Held in Sri Lanka Over Drug Made From Human Bones

San Marcos Drug Bust Uncovers Massive Narcotics Cache

San Marcos Drug Bust Uncovers Massive Narcotics Cache

Unused Prescription Drug Collection Returns as DEA Battles Opioid Crisis

Unused Prescription Drug Collection Returns as DEA Battles Opioid Crisis

25-Ton Drug Bust In Vizag: Lokesh, Naidu Fire On Jagan

25-Ton Drug Bust In Vizag: Lokesh, Naidu Fire On Jagan

Lok Sabha Disruptions Over Rahul Gandhi's Memoir Reference: 8 MPs Suspended Amid Tensions

Revanth Reddy teaching KCR his own lesson?

Illinois primary election 2026: how to register and vote before March 17

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