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Cough syrup deaths: TNFDA probe reveals Coldrif manufacturer's shortcomings

According to CDSCO sources, the investigation into the Kanchipuram-based Coldrif cough syrup producer, which was connected to child fatalities in Madhya Pradesh, has shown shortcomings in the Tamil Nadu Food and Drug Administration's enforcement of fundamental regulatory standards.They said that Sresan Pharma, which was granted a license by the Tamil Nadu Food and Drug Administration (TNFDA) in 2011, carried on operating undetected for more than ten years in spite of its inadequate infrastructure and many infractions of national drug safety regulations.According to the sources, a recent examination by the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) revealed the unit's terrible conditions and complete disregard for Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). "The CDSCO has not participated in any of Sresan Pharma's audits. This company was not included in any of the CDSCO databases since the CDSCO was not involved and the state FDA did not provide the CDSCO with any information on it, according to a source.Rule 84AB of the D and C Rules mandates that manufacturers update all of their certified items on the "Sugam" site, according to another source at the CDSCO.In order to facilitate improved monitoring, the regulation was notified to create a national database of all the authorized items in the nation. "The business failed to list its goods in the database. It did not follow this guideline as a result. According to the source, the state regulator is in charge of ensuring that the regulation is followed in the state.

Published 15 Oct 2025 04:59 PM

Why the most popular (and dubious) fad right now is North West's finger piercing

The Kardashian-Jenner family is known for starting trends, some of which are lighthearted, some of which are outrageous, and others of which are downright dubious. When Kim Kardashian and her 12-year-old daughter North West were spotted in Rome recently, everyone's attention was drawn to North's middle finger dermal piercing.Their excursion has generated a lot of controversy, with Kim facing backlash for permitting her preteen child receive the piercing. However, finger piercings have also gained popularity, and many people are now interested in learning more about them, their process, and their safety.A dermal piercing, also known as a micro dermal or single-point piercing, is a way to change your body where a piece of jewelry is inserted under the skin so that only the pretty top is visible, says Sahil Bali, an artist at Devil'z Tattooz in Delhi. Bali continues by explaining that dermal piercings are single-entry piercings, as opposed to conventional piercings, which enter one side of the skin and exit the other. "They are performed by using a needle or dermal punch to make a tiny pocket in the skin, after which an anchor base is inserted beneath the skin. After that, a decorative stud or gem is put onto the anchor," he explains, adding that these piercings may be done practically anywhere on the body, including the fingers, lower back, cheekbone, and chest, but they take longer to heal than conventional piercings."Dermal piercings need careful cleaning and protection, as they can get easily irritated or caught on things, making them slightly higher maintenance than normal piercings," says Dr. Shireen Furtado, senior consultant, medical and cosmetic dermatology, Aster CMI Hospital, Bengaluru.

Published 07 Oct 2025 09:43 PM

Can your hair texture change after postpartum?

Becoming a parent is among the most surreal experiences one can have. It seems as though your heart is bursting with love, but simultaneously, your body can feel more delicate and fatigued than it ever has after the ordeal of giving birth, even though you are amazed by the miracle it has just performed. With hormones fluctuating wildly and energy levels oscillating, you may discover that you are adapting to a new version of yourself on physical, mental, and emotional levels.In the midst of all these changes, your hair starts to narrate its own tale as well. Due to hormonal changes, many women notice significant hair loss in the months following childbirth. However, it often surprises people to learn that not only does the amount of hair change, but sometimes the texture does as well.Your hair may grow straighter if you have curls, or develop waves if it’s straight, and the texture of your locks can change in surprising ways, serving as a reminder that motherhood transforms more than just your routine—it transforms you.Many individuals observe that their hair becomes thicker, shinier, and fuller during pregnancy, resembling a natural glow-up. Dr. Ruben Bhasin Passi, a dermatology consultant at CK Birla Hospital in Gurugram, explains to India Today that this occurs because elevated estrogen levels prolong the hair growth phase, which stops normal shedding.This provides that additional volume and vitality. However, after the baby comes and hormone levels decrease, the narrative shifts. “When there’s a sudden decrease in hormone levels, the body adapts and hair experiences significant changes, which often surprises new mothers,” she adds. The doctor further explains that hair naturally cycles through phases of growth (anagen), rest (catagen), and shedding (telogen). During pregnancy, increased levels of estrogen keep more hair in the growth phase. After childbirth, when estrogen levels decrease, a number of these hairs enter the shedding phase simultaneously.

Published 06 Oct 2025 05:41 PM

The Reason for the Split The ultimate 'I'm done' move is Bob.

My heart was broken by him. So I cut my hair. Even though the numbers don't stack up, it feels like a fair exchange to women. According to the well-known quote by Coco Chanel, "A woman who cuts her hair is about to change her life." A fresh appearance turns into your armor; you feel prepared to confront, if not combat, the outside world and put an end to those existentially troubling ideas.After a few uncomfortable months in Paris, away from her family, her first (and only) love, Conrad, and her brother Jeremiah, with whom she almost got married, Belly did the same. In case you missed it (and have been living in a no-Internet zone these past several weeks), that was a reference to The Summer I Turned Pretty.By the way, in the first episode of Season 3, Belly’s then-fiance told her, ‘Hey, don’t ever cut your hair, okay?’ Yet here she was, sporting a French bob - ready to leave behind the wedding mess and finally embrace the new city, and her new self. Adding to the confident new look was a bold red lipstick - another first she chose to debut. “I think women often cut their hair after a breakup or when they want to let go of old baggage and signal to people that they’re ready for change,” Jenny Han, the show’s executive producer and author of the novels that the series is based on, told Vogue."The idea is that you can feel different if you look different," she continued. A hair makeover—more specifically, a haircut—has long been used as a coping strategy. But Belly is going straight for a bob instead of the traditional breakup bangs? That's a powerful move, and it serves as a reminder to the next generation of the strength of a breakup bob.In 2018, following her split from Justin Bieber, Selena Gomez got a bob. After her breakup with Joe Jonas, Gigi Hadid also stunned the red carpet with a bob, but it turned out to be a phony one (the bob, not the breakup). Additionally, we see Claire in the web comedy Fleabag go for the perfect combination: a haircut with bangs. It shouts, "I'm ready, come what may!" when done correctly, but Claire's, well, went terribly wrong.

Published 03 Oct 2025 09:43 PM