Patanjali founder Baba Ramdev has strongly condemned the attacks on Hindu establishments in Bangladesh following student protests. He urged the Indian government to take diplomatic action to protect Hindus in the neighboring country, expressing concerns over the violence and potential for unrest in India. Ramdev also called for unity in India to counter those attempting to create similar unrest.
The Delhi High Court has ordered Baba Ramdev to retract his claims that Coronil is a cure for Covid-19 within three days. The court’s decision comes after several doctors’ associations filed a lawsuit against Ramdev and Patanjali Ayurveda in 2021, challenging the efficacy of Coronil. The court has directed Ramdev to remove all public statements claiming Coronil as a cure, emphasizing that it should only be promoted as an immunity booster.
The Supreme Court of India (SC) has reserved its order on a contempt plea against Baba Ramdev, Acharya Balkrishna, and others in the Patanjali misleading advertisements case.
In a stern reprimand, the Supreme Court of India has criticized the Uttarakhand State Licensing Authority for its inaction in the ‘misleading advertisements’ case involving Patanjali products. The apex court expressed dissatisfaction with the authority’s explanation and questioned whether it had taken appropriate legal action only after the court’s intervention. The court has directed the authority to submit original newspaper pages containing the public apology issued by Patanjali and has adjourned the matter for further hearing on May 14.
In the aftermath of a Supreme Court admonishment and subsequent apology from Baba Ramdev and Acharya Balkrishna, the Uttarakhand government has suspended the licenses of 14 Patanjali products manufactured by Divya Pharmacy. The suspension stems from violations of the Drugs and Magic Remedies (Objectionable Advertisements) Act and the Drugs and Cosmetic Act. Patanjali reportedly failed to provide satisfactory information regarding the products.
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Indian Medical Association (IMA) president Dr. RV Asokan denounced Yoga guru Baba Ramdev for defaming modern medicine and claiming to cure COVID-19. Asokan emphasized that Ramdev’s comments undermined the medical profession during the government’s vaccination campaign. The IMA initiated legal action against Ramdev’s company, Patanjali, for violating the Drugs and Magic Remedies Act. However, Asokan clarified that the IMA respects traditional systems of medicine and the court’s final verdict in the case is still pending.
The Supreme Court has taken a stern stance against Patanjali, slamming its founders Baba Ramdev and Acharya Balkrishna for their misleading advertisements. Despite Ramdev’s previous apologies, the court deemed them insufficient and rebuked both the state of Uttarakhand and the central government for their inaction. The court also criticized Patanjali’s printed apologies in 67 publications, deeming them too small and ineffective. Additionally, the court raised concerns about other FMCGs running misleading ads that target babies, children, and the elderly.
Patanjali, a massive corporate entity, has been utilizing political support and regulatory loopholes to promote pseudoscientific products, leading to a public health emergency. Their false claims about curing various diseases, including cancer, have misled people, resulting in delayed or discontinued scientifically proven treatments. The media, law enforcement, and drug regulators have failed to hold Patanjali accountable, allowing the spread of misinformation. This case highlights the importance of strengthening drug regulations, promoting health security, and recognizing health as a political issue.
