Integrative Ayurvedic Approaches to Obesity & Metabolic Syndrome
The Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS), through its Central Ayurveda Research Institute (CARI) in Bengaluru, is organizing a two-day International Conference on Ayurveda and Integrative Approaches to Obesity & Metabolic Syndrome on December 1–2, 2025. This event will take place at the A.V. Rama Rao Auditorium, Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru, and coincides with the celebration of the 57th Foundation Day of CCRAS.
CCRAS Launches SIDDHI 2.0 to Boost Research and Innovation in Ayurveda
The Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS), Ministry of Ayush, launched the second edition of its flagship industry–research interface initiative, SIDDHI 2.0 (Scientific Innovation in Drug Development, Healthcare & Integration), in Vijayawada. This national industry research interface platform aims to accelerate evidence-based Ayurvedic product development. The two-day national conclave was organized by the Regional Ayurveda Research Institute (RARI), Vijayawada, in collaboration with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), Vijayawada Zone.
AYUSH Designates Nodal Officer for Intermediary Notices Under IT Rules
The Ministry of AYUSH has designated the Coordinator, National Pharmacovigilance Coordination Centre (NPCC), located at the All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), New Delhi, as the new nodal officer authorized to issue notices to intermediaries under the Information Technology Act, 2000.
PCIM&H Clarifies on Pharmacopoeial Parameters of ASU&H Drugs
The Pharmacopoeia Commission for Indian Medicine & Homoeopathy (PCIM&H) organized a one-day Awareness Programme on “Pharmacopoeial Parameters of ASU&H” on November 18, 2025. The program focused on the critical role of raw drug quality in ensuring the safety and efficacy of Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani, and Homoeopathy (ASU&H) systems.
FSSAI Launches Dedicated Licensing Portal for Ayurveda Aahara Products
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has officially launched a specialized licensing and registration framework for the manufacturing of Ayurveda Aahara products on its Food Safety Compliance System (FoSCoS) portal. A press release on this launch was issued on September 25, 2025.
Ministry of Ayush to Celebrate 10th National Ayurveda Day with New Initiatives and Global Collaborations
The Ministry of Ayush, in partnership with the All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), Goa, is set to host the 10th National Ayurveda Day tomorrow. The celebrations, to be inaugurated by Union Minister of State (Independent Charge), Ministry of Ayush, Shri Prataprao Jadhav, and attended by Union Minister of State, Ministry of Power and Ministry of New & Renewable Energy, Shri Shripad Yesso Naik, will highlight Ayurveda’s role in health and ecological sustainability under the theme “Ayurveda for People, Ayurveda for Planet.”
PCIM&H Conducts Capacity Building Program on ASU&H Drugs for Regulatory and Quality Professionals
The Pharmacopoeia Commission for Indian Medicine & Homoeopathy (PCIM&H), under the Ministry of Ayush, concluded a five-day capacity-building program at its headquarters in Ghaziabad from September 8 to 12, 2025. The program aimed to strengthen the regulatory framework, quality assurance, and standardization of Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani, and Homoeopathy (ASU&H) drugs.
India Features In WHO Landmark Brief On Global AI-Traditional Medicine Integration
India’s pioneering efforts in integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) with traditional Ayush medicine systems have received significant international recognition in a new technical brief released by the World Health Organization (WHO). Titled “Mapping the Application of Artificial Intelligence in Traditional Medicine,” the brief acknowledges India’s groundbreaking work, noting it as the first country to launch a Traditional Knowledge Digital Library (TKDL) and highlighting the Ayush sector’s substantial contribution to India’s economy, valued at US$43.4 billion. This press release was issued on July 12, 2025.
India and WHO Partner to Globally Mainstream Ayush Through Landmark Agreement
The Ministry of Ayush and the World Health Organization (WHO) have signed a landmark agreement on May 24, 2025 towards elevating the global standing of traditional medicine systems. This collaboration marks the beginning of work on a dedicated Traditional Medicine module under the International Classification of Health Interventions (ICHI).
India Fixes September 23rd as Annual Ayurveda Day
The Government of India has officially designated September 23 as the annual Ayurveda Day. The Ministry of Ayush highlighted the increasing challenge posed by the variable date of Dhanteras, which in the coming decade would range from October 15 to November 12. This inconsistency hampered efforts to establish a stable and recognizable date for global observances.
ICMR Releases Ethical Guidelines for Integrative Medicine Research
The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has published an addendum to its National Ethical Guidelines for Biomedical and Health Research Involving Human Participants (2017), establishing a structured ethical framework for Research in Integrative Medicine (RIM). The addendum provides clear ethical guidelines for research that combines traditional Ayush systems with modern medical practices, ensuring ethical rigor and regulatory compliance.
WHO Recognizes Ayurveda, Siddha, and Unani Globally
The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced the inclusion of a dedicated module for traditional medicine conditions in the 2025 update of the International Classification of Diseases (ICD-11). This groundbreaking move officially recognizes Ayurveda, Siddha, and Unani systems of medicine within the globally recognized health framework.