Three companies that caused over a 100 child deaths | Pharma | Investigation

When the news of over 22 child deaths due to contaminated cough syrups came out of MP in Oct 2025, there was shock and frustration. This was not the first time Indian syrups had killed kids. But this time we decided, it’s time to remember. In a joint investigation, The News Minute and Newslaundry examined three Indian pharmaceutical companies linked to the deaths of children in India, The Gambia, and Uzbekistan. The companies – Digital Vision, Maiden Pharma or Marion Biotech – have faced no consequences in India. Their businesses remain unaffected. The investigation traces a pattern of toxic medicines, delayed accountability, legal loopholes, and regulatory failures, raising critical questions about India's drug manufacturing and enforcement systems. Read the pharma stories here: https://www.thenewsminute.com/news/a-... https://www.thenewsminute.com/news/16... https://www.thenewsminute.com/news/af... -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Welcome to The News Minute, your go-to source for impactful stories from Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Telangana. Our videos dive deep into Politics, Society, Education, Health, Law, Policy, Entertainment, Pop Culture, and Lifestyle, bringing you in-depth coverage of the issues that matter most in south India. From immersive storytelling and exclusive interviews to sharp analysis and documentaries, our reporters—deeply rooted in the region—bring you unparalleled access to local stories and insights. Look south, think TNM. Subscribe to The News Minute: https://www.thenewsminute.com/subscri... Follow and engage with us on social media: Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaAP... Twitter: https://x.com/thenewsminute Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenewsminu... Facebook:   / thenewsminute