Synopsis Dr Reddy's which had received over two lakh vaccines from RDIF, recently soft-launched Sputnik V and tied up with Apollo Hospitals for piloting the vaccine. ".. we are also in discussions with them (RDIF) about quantities and rights, assets permit for other countries. AFP Dr Reddy's Laboratories has received approval from the Indian drug regulator for restricted emergency use of Sputnik V. Dr Reddys Laboratories, which is in a pact with Russian Direct Investment Fund to sell 125 million people doses (250 million vials) of COVID-19 vaccine Sputnik V in India, is holding parleys with RDIF for acquiring rights for more countries, a senior official of the Indian drug maker said.