Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI) has urged Pfizer twice in writing to apply for emergency use authorization for its COVID vaccine so that application is processed well in time but Pfizer has not applied for the license yet, sources have told ANI. “Pfizer is negotiating as far as the various clauses are concerned and they are very close to reaching an agreement with the government. I am sure they are reaching the final stage now," Guleria had said. Indemnity provides protection to vaccine makers against legal proceedings and costs of compensation for severe side effects among those who receive the shots. Subscribe to Mint Newsletters * Enter a valid email * Thank you for subscribing to our newsletter.

Source: Mint July 06, 2021 05:03 UTC