Trump’s 100% tariffs on branded drugs: Indian generics spared but poses risks for pharma sector – Explained

US President Donald Trump‘s announcement of a 100% tariff on imported “branded and patented pharmaceutical products” has rattled the global pharma industry, though Indian generic drug makers are largely expected to remain unaffected for now.Trump, in a post on Truth Social on Thursday, stated: “Starting October 1st, 2025, we will be imposing a 100% Tariff…

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State IT dept proposes MahaID to curb welfare scheme misuse | Pune News

Pune: The state information technology department has proposed a unique identification system — MahaID — for all beneficiaries of govt welfare schemes to eliminate duplication, improve targeting and curb financial leakage.The proposal has been submitted to the chief minister’s office (CMO) for approval, senior IT officials told TOI on Friday.“We have carried out the necessary…

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