The government has capped prices for four emergency medicines. Retail prices are now fixed for 37 other drug formulations. This includes antibiotics and painkillers from specific companies. The National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) issued the order. Companies must lower prices exceeding the ceiling. Manufacturers with lower prices should maintain them. This aims to make essential medicines more affordable. Post navigation NDA authorises PM Modi, Nadda to finalise its VP candidate Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, Brigadier Usman added to NCERT books