February 7, 2026

Fosun Pharma inks $1.55B deal with Eisai to launch cancer drug in Japan

Fosun Pharma's unit Henlius Biotech sells exclusive Japan rights of cancer drug serplulimab to Eisai for $1.55 billion. Eisai pays $75M upfront and aims to launch the drug soon.

February 7, 2026

SMBBMU Urges PMDC to Cut MBBS and BDS Admission Marks by 10% to Fill Vacant Seats

SMBBMU asks Pakistan Medical and Dental Council to reduce MBBS and BDS admission passing marks by 10%. Around 350 seats in private medical colleges in Sindh remain vacant due to strict criteria.

February 7, 2026

Disabled Voters Face Hardships During West Bengal Voter List Revision Amid SIR Process

Disabled voters in West Bengal, including Arpita Banerjee, report trauma and long waits during voter list hearings. Despite Election Commission rules for exemptions, many face hardships and humiliation.

February 7, 2026

Netherlands Turns to Floating Homes to Fight Sea Level Rise and Housing Shortage

The Netherlands is building floating homes to combat rising sea levels and a lack of land for new houses. These stable, modern water homes, like Amsterdam’s Schoonschip community, offer a fresh solution. Local governments and global projects are embracing this approach to create climate-smart, sustainable neighborhoods on water.

February 6, 2026

Karnataka Fast-Tracks Purchase of 496 Essential Medicines to Tackle Shortages

Karnataka's health department has prioritized buying 496 essential drugs for 2025-26. Procurement for 99 drugs is awarded; 397 tenders under review. Rs 50 crore set aside to boost local buys and ensure no break in medicine supply.