Traditional Medicine News - Latest Updates & Headlines
India to support cancer care, set up a CoE for traditional medicine in BIMSTEC countries: PM Modi
New Delhi, April 5: India will support cancer care, as well as set up a Centre of Excellence for traditional medicine in BIMSTEC countries, said Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Central Council of Research in Unani Medicine (CCRUM) and National Institute of Unani Medicine take steps to promote research in Unani system of medicine
New Delhi, March 28: To promote research in Unani system of medicine, Ministry of Ayush, the Government of India has set up the Central Council of Research in Unani Medicine (CCRUM), New Delhi and National Institute of Unani Medicine (NIUM), Bengaluru, for education and research in Unani system of medicine which includes development of new drugs as well as conducting clinical trials on scientific lines, an official statement said.
Meghalaya leverages traditional healers and technology to fight TB
By Shalini Bhardwaj, Ri Bhoi, March 22: In a bid to address tuberculosis (TB) in Meghalaya, the state government has rolled out an innovative TB Control Program that combines traditional healing methods with modern medical technology.rn
Ayush institutes organize free dental check-ups and workshops for Oral health awareness
New Delhi, March 21: In observance of World Oral Health Day, various organizations and institutes within the Ministry of Ayush have collaboratively initiated a nationwide awareness campaign.
Ayurveda's turnover surges to $24 bn in a decade, says AYUSH Ministry Secretary
Ahmedabad, March 17: Rajesh Kotecha, the Secretary of the Ministry of AYUSH, said that in the past decade, the turnover of Ayurvedic products surged from $2.85 billion in 2014 to $24 billion in 2024, with exports tripling.
Happy that Ayurveda is gaining popularity in Mauritius: PM Modi visits Ayurveda Garden developed in collaboration with India.
Port Louis, March 11: Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid a visit to the Ayurveda garden at the State House in Mauritius on Tuesday which has been developed in collaboration with the Government of India. He visited the garden along with the President of Mauritius, Dharambeer Gokhool.
Ayush Ministry to evaluate potential of Ayurveda formulation for diabetes
New Delhi, March 10: The Central Ayurveda Research Institute (CARI), Kolkata, under the Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS) of the Ministry of Ayush, on Monday launched a research project to evaluate the potential of an Ayurveda formulation to treat diabetes.
CARI Kolkata, SNPS Jadavpur University sign MoU to evaluate potential of ayurvedic formulation Vidangadi Lauham for diabetes
Kolkata, March 10: In a significant step towards advancing Ayurveda research in diabetes management, the Central Ayurveda Research Institute (CARI), Kolkata, under the Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS) Ministry of Ayush, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the School of Natural Product Studies (SNPS), Jadavpur University, Kolkata.
Ayurveda begins where medicine ends: Rajasthan Dy CM
Jaipur, March 1: To promote Ayurveda and traditional medical practices in Rajasthan, the four-day State Level Arogya Mela-2025 was inaugurated on Saturday at Shilpgram, Jawahar Kala Kendra by Deputy Chief Minister and AYUSH Minister Prem Chand Bairwa by lighting the ceremonial lamp.
On PM's call, Ayush labs open doors: Young minds step into 'One Day as Scientist' initiative
New Delhi, March 1: Institutions under the Ministry of AYUSH have actively engaged young students in the 'One Day as a Scientist' initiative, the ministry said in a release on Saturday. This is in response to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's call during his 'Mann Ki Baat' radio programme address.
Ayush Labs open doors; young minds step into world of Science under 'One Day as a Scientist' initiative
New Delhi, March 1: The institutions under the Ministry of Ayush have actively engaged young students in the 'One Day as a Scientist' initiative in response to the call made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his Mann Ki Baat address on February 23.
Ayush sector has played a pivotal role in promoting holistic well-being, good health: PM Modi
New Delhi, February 27: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said that the Ayush sector has played a pivotal role in promoting holistic well-being and good health.
PM Modi reiterates govt's commitment to strengthen Ayush sector during high-level meeting
New Delhi, Feb 27: Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a high-level meeting here at the 7 Lok Kalyan Marg to review the Ayush sector, underscoring its vital role in holistic well-being and healthcare, preserving traditional knowledge, and contributing to the nation's wellness ecosystem, an official said on Thursday.
PM Modi chairs meeting to review Ayush sector, emphasizes need for strategic interventions to harness its full potential
New Delhi, February 27: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday chaired a high-level meeting to review the Ayush sector, underscoring its vital role in holistic well-being and healthcare, preserving traditional knowledge, and contributing to the nation's wellness ecosystem.
Ayush mobile units, OPDs, yoga sessions benefit over 8 lakh devotees at Mahakumbh 2025: Centre
New Delhi, Feb 27: Over eight lakh devotees have benefited from Ayush mobile units, OPDs, and yoga sessions at the just concluded Mahakumbh 2025, the Central government said on Thursday.
'National Dhanwantari Ayurveda Awards' showcase India's contribution to global healthcare
New Delhi, Feb 25: The Ministry of Ayush has conferred the prestigious 'National Dhanwantari Ayurveda Awards' for the current year on three distinguished practitioners for their exceptional contributions to the field of traditional Indian medicine.
'New Education Policy' preparing people for challenges of 'new world': EAM Jaishankar
Varanasi, February 23: Highlighting India's role as a source of technology throughout history, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that India is now trying to reclaim that position, and a step in that direction is the New Education Policy, which aims to prepare people for the challenges of the 'new world'.
WHO's ICD-11 series officially introduces new module dedicated to traditional medicine
New Delhi, Feb 19: The World Health Organization's (WHO) Disease Classification Series ICD-11 has officially introduced a new module dedicated to traditional medicine, the Ayush Ministry said on Wednesday.
India, Indonesia ink milestone pact for quality assurance in traditional medicine: Ayush Minister
New Delhi, February 13: The Union Minister of State (Independent Charge), Ministry of Ayush, Prataprao Jadhav, stated that the MoU exchanged between India and Indonesia in the field of traditional medicine quality assurance between Pharmacopoeia Commission for Indian Medicine & Homeopathy, Ministry of Ayush and Indonesian Food and Drug Authority.
Ayush Ministry's tie-up with Indonesia to boost quality of traditional meds: Prataprao Jadhav
New Delhi, Feb 13: The recent collaboration between Ministry of Ayush and Indonesia's Food and Drug Authority will boost the quality of traditional medicines, said Prataprao Jadhav, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge), Ministry of Ayush on Thursday.
25 countries now legally recognise Ayurveda: Ayush MoS Prataprao Jadhav
New Delhi, Feb 13: Ayurveda is now legally recognised as a traditional medicine system in over 25 countries and the Indian Ayush sector's market size has expanded from $3 billion in 2014 to $23.3 billion in 2022, at a CAGR of 17 per cent, according to Union Minister of State for Ayush, Prataprao Jadhav.
Ayush Ministry, Social Justice Dept to boost healthcare of elderly and fight social abuse
New Delhi, Feb 12: The Ministry of Ayush and the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment (DoSJE) on Wednesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the national capital, to improve the well-being of senior citizens and address the growing concern of substance abuse.
India advancing medical innovation with AI, genomics in Unani medicine: Jitendra Singh
New Delhi, Feb 12: India is advancing medical innovation with artificial intelligence and genomics in Unani medicine, said Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology.
Innovations in Unani medicine key to boost its global acceptability: President Murmu
New Delhi, Feb 12: Innovations in Unani medicine are vital to enhancing its acceptability worldwide, said President Droupadi Murmu.
Mahakumbh 2025: Over 7 Lakh pilgrims provided with Ayush, allopathic medicines
New Delhi, Feb 10: With comprehensive healthcare facilities, more than seven lakh pilgrims have been provided with Ayush, allopathic medicines at the ongoing Mahakumbh 2025, said the Ayush Ministry on Monday.
Rise of Ayush increasingly making India a health tourism hub
New Delhi, Jan 28: With the rise of the AYUSH system (Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, and Homeopathy) India has emerged as a premier destination for medical tourism over the years.
Ayush OPDs, clinics provide free consultation, medicines to over 1.21 lakh at Mahakumbh
New Delhi, Jan 23: More than 1.21 lakh devotees have availed free consultation and medicines from OPDs, clinics set up by the Ministry of Ayush at the ongoing Mahakumbh mela Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj.
MP: CM Yadav inaugurates 3-day Arogya Mela, National Seminar at Govt Ayurveda College Bhopal
Bhopal, January 20: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav inaugurated three-day Arogya Mela and National Seminar under Ayurveda Parv-2025 organised at Pt. Khushilal Sharma Government (Autonomous) Ayurveda College and Institute in Bhopal on Monday.
Ayurveda, yoga and Nathpanth are connected with each other: UP CM Yogi Adityanath
Gorakhpur, January 13: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday said that Ayurveda, yoga and Nathpanth are connected with each other and the aim of all is to attain a disease-free body.
Union MoS Prataprao Jadhav reviews Ayush initiatives for Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj
New Delhi, January 8: As the historic Maha Kumbh is set to unfold from January 13 in Prayagraj, Union Minister of State Prataprao Jadhav on Wednesday conducted a comprehensive review meeting with senior officials of the Ministry of Ayush on the preparations for the Ayush initiatives at the event.
Rs 185 crore Central Ayurveda Research Institute in Delhi to promote 'heal in India': PM Modi
New Delhi, Jan 5: In a significant move towards promoting traditional medicine, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday laid the foundation stone (virtually) of Central Ayurveda Research Institute in Delhi’s Rohini area with an outlay of Rs 185 crore, calling it “Ayurveda’s next big leap”.