Supreme Court upholds Himachal HC ruling on drug regulator powers, impacting CDSCO enforcement - The Economic Times
The Supreme Court dismissed the Union government's challenge to a High Court judgment. This ruling clarified jurisdiction over drug regulation powers between central and state authorities. The High Court found state authorities hold powers under Chapter IV of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act. The Supreme Court found no sufficient grounds to interfere with the High Court's order. This decision impacts central enforcement actions involving drug manufacturers.