March 3, 2026

AYUSH Drug Testing Labs Strengthened for Quality

The Ministry of Ayush has taken significant steps to strengthen the quality assurance and regulatory framework for AYUSH medicines in India. In a written reply to the Lok Sabha, Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Ayush Shri Pratap Rao Jadhav informed that the Pharmacopoeia Commission for Indian Medicine & Homoeopathy (PCIM&H) functions as the Appellate […]

Dr Tarkeshwar Jain Appointed as New NCH Chairperson

Dr Tarkeshwar Jain has assumed charge as the Chairperson of the National Commission for Homoeopathy (NCH). He took office on 23 December 2025, as per the official NCH notification. A senior homoeopathic academician and administrator, Dr Jain has previously served as President of the Homoeopathy Education Board, NCH, and President-in-Charge of the Medical Assessment and

Ayush Ministry, WHO Expand Global Traditional Medicine

The Ministry of Ayush has significantly strengthened global footprint of traditional medicine systems in India. The ministry signed 25 bilateral MoUs with partner countries to enhance international cooperation in traditional and homoeopathic medicine. Additionally, 15 MoUs were inked with foreign institutes to establish Ayush Academic Chairs, and 52 institute-to-institute

NCISM Announces NExT for AYUSH Students, Exam in March 2027

The National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) has announced that the National Exit Test (NExT) has been made applicable to AYUSH students admitted from the academic year 2021–22 onwards, with the examination tentatively planned for March 2027. The decision was taken following deliberations in the NCISM meeting held in October and subsequent approval […]

More Health Insurance Users Shift to AYUSH Care

Health insurance policyholders across India are increasingly opting for AYUSH coverage, leading to a marked rise in demand for insurance support for traditional treatment streams. This shift follows the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India’s (IRDAI) directive that equates AYUSH systems with allopathic care for insurance coverage. The change has

17th Dr Batra’s Positive Health Awards 2025

The 17th edition of Dr Batra’s Positive Health Awards, supported by Bajaj Auto Limited, honoured a group of extraordinary individuals whose stories of resilience, grit, and courage stand as powerful testaments to the human spirit. The ceremony celebrated those who transformed life-altering illness, disability, or adversity into sources of inspiration and social impact.

Biosafety Research Pact Signed by CCRH & MAHE

The Central Council for Research in Homoeopathy (CCRH), Ministry of AYUSH, in collaboration with the Manipal Institute of Virology (MIV), a constituent unit of Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), Manipal, inaugurated a five-day residential workshop titled “Biosafety & Outbreak Simulation Training 2025” at the MAHE campus. The workshop, scheduled from October 6

National Exit Exam Made Mandatory for AYUSH Students

The Ministry of AYUSH has officially announced that the National Exit Test (NeXT) will be applicable to students admitted from the academic year 2021–22 onwards in AYUSH institutions across the country. In a notification issued, the ministry confirmed that the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) and the National Commission for Homoeopathy (NCH) […]

Kerala Homeopathy Council Sets Oct 31 Update Deadline

The Kerala State Homoeopathic Medical Council has directed all registered homeopathy practitioners to update their registration details, including those who have already received hologram certificates and those who have not yet applied. In a circular issued by the council, practitioners have been instructed to upload their personal and professional details — such as