National Exit Test (NExT) For Ayush Effective From 2021-2022 Batch

NExT will be mandatory for licensing and enrollment in State or National Registers after completing a one-year internship. The test is designed to evaluate practical skills through clinical case scenarios, images, and videos. Interns who have not completed their internship but have qualified in the NExT will be eligible to register in State or National registration boards only after completing their one-year internship.

Landmark Initiatives to Boost Ayush Sector Launched in North East India

The highlight of the event was the inauguration of the first-ever dedicated Panchakarma block in the North East region. This facility, situated at CARI, is equipped with modern amenities and will provide Panchakarma therapies to the public at reasonable rates. The Pharmacology & Bio Chemistry lab, another new initiative, was also inaugurated during the event. It will scientifically validate therapeutic and safety potential, develop cost-effective poly herbal formulations, and work towards harnessing the rich biodiversity of the North East region.

National Commission for Homoeopathy (General) Regulations, 2023

In a collaborative effort, the regulations mandate a joint sitting of the National Commission for Homoeopathy, the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine, and the National Medical Commission at least once a year. This initiative aims to enhance collaboration and interface between homoeopathy, Indian System of Medicine, and modern medicine.

National Commission For Homoeopathy Introduces New Regulations for Examinations

The regulations outline the establishment of an independent “Examination Cell” tasked with coordinating and conducting various examinations. The Examination Cell is mandated to verify data submitted by medical institutions, ensuring compliance with specified criteria. Failure to submit accurate data may result in penalties, with medical colleges facing fines of Rs. 1,00,000 per day for non-compliance

Corrigendum Issued for Delhi Health Service (Teaching Cadre of Homoeopathy) Rules, 2023

In the original notification, Schedule III, specifically at Serial Number 1, related to the post of Principal, there was a discrepancy in the “Field of Selection and minimum qualifying service for promotion” column. The notification initially stated “Professors in level 14 (Rs. 144200-218200/-)” as the qualification requirement. However, the corrigendum has rectified this error and replaced it with “Professors in level 13 (Rs. 123100-215900/-).”