Ayurveda

India's Ayush sector sees 15-fold growth, boosts global wellness footprint

In a special video message, Union Minister of Health & Family Welfare and Chemicals & Fertilisers, JP Nadda, lauded OPPI for its 60 years of contribution to India's Pharma sector

Centre to study microbial contamination in ayurvedic, herbal medicines

The decision follows an August 2025 study by the Indian Council of Medical Research, which raised serious concerns about the quality of herbal medicines sold in the market

Traditional Diwali rituals that continue to nurture mind and body

This Diwali, look beyond the sparkle. From mindful eating to reconnecting with loved ones, discover how traditional practices quietly nurture body and mind

Fssai launches dedicated licensing window for Ayurveda Aahara products

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has launched a dedicated licensing and registration window for Ayurveda Aahara products on its Food Safety Compliance System (FoSCoS) portal, marking a significant step towards formalising the traditional Ayurvedic food sector. The new framework, operating under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, will enable manufacturers across the country to apply for licences to produce and market traditional Ayurvedic foods through a streamlined process. The initiative introduces a 'Kind of Business' (KoB) framework specifically for Ayurveda Aahara, designed to align traditional recipes documented in authoritative Ayurvedic texts with contemporary food safety and quality standards. This regulatory pathway is expected to provide a major boost to both food and Ayurveda industries. "This regulation is rooted in the core Ayurvedic principle of personalised nutrition, which tailors diet to an individual's specific constitution ...

Is it safe to mix Ayurveda with modern medicine? Here's what doctors say

Mixing Ayurvedic remedies with prescription drugs may seem harmless, but it can cause serious side effects or reduce treatment efficacy unless done under medical guidance

Apollo AyurVAID aims for 1,000 beds by 2028, eyes ₹500 crore turnover

Apollo AyurVAID, one of India's largest Ayurvedic hospital chains, targets 1,000 beds and Rs 500 crore turnover by 2028, as demand for Ayurvedic treatments rises

'None of them are really doctors': Liver Doc takes on Vidit Gujrathi on X

Modern medicine Vs Ayurveda: new feud between Chess grandmaster Vidit Gujrathi and Dr Cyriac Abby Philips on Doctor's Day ignites controversy on X

India cradle of civilisation whose time has come once again: Nita Ambani

India is the cradle of civilisation, whose time has come once again, Jiostar's chairperson Nita Ambani said on Friday. Ambani, the wife of richest Indian Mukesh Ambani, also announced that the Nita Mukesh Ambani Culture Centre will organise an Indian weekend in New York's Lincoln Centre this September, which will showcase India's arts. Speaking at the WAVES 2025 event held at the Jio Convention Centre, Ambani said India is a "timeless civilisation" which has given the enduring ideals of truth, non-violence and humility to the world. "For centuries, India has gifted the world its wisdom, its beauty and its soul, but somewhere along the way our voice softened. But now, it is rising again," she said. "We are the very cradle of civilisation, a cultural force whose time has come once again," Ambani added. Every civilisation tells its stories, she said, pointing out that while some tell it with their power and might, India has always told her's with "soul". Culture is not a memory froz

Homeopathy linked to fewer side effects than allopathy, ayurveda: Survey

World Homeopathy Day: LocalCircles survey finds only 24 per cent of homeopathy users experienced side effects compared to 51 per cent for allopathy

Five individuals settle regulatory violation case with Sebi, pay Rs 95.55L

ASERL is into the business of manufacturing, marketing and distribution of Ayurveda products

PM Modi highlights ayurveda's growing global impact in 'Mann ki Baat'

In the 117th episode of his monthly radio broadcast "Mann ki Baat", Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the growing global resonance of ayurveda, citing the inspiring work being done in Paraguay. "There is a country in South America called Paraguay. The number of Indians living there would not be more than 1,000. A wonderful effort is being made in Paraguay. At the Indian embassy in Paraguay, Erica Huber offers ayurveda consultation. A large number of local people are reaching out to her to get ayurveda-based advice," the prime minister said. This recognition underscores the unwavering commitment of the Ministry of Ayush to promoting ayurveda as a global system of health and wellness. Union Minister of State (independent charge) for Ayush Prataprao Jadhav said, "We express our heartfelt gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his visionary leadership in promoting ayurveda globally. The Ministry of Ayush remains steadfast in its commitment to advancing ayurveda as a ...

Ayurveda has potential to strengthen healthcare systems globally: PM Modi

The 10th World Ayurveda Congress and AROGYA Expo began here on Thursday with Prime Minister Narendra Modi asserting that the ancient Indian system of medicine has the potential to strengthen the global healthcare systems. In a message read out at the inaugural function of the event, Modi also reiterated the government's commitment to promote Ayurveda. Ayurveda has the potential to strengthen the global healthcare systems as it focuses on providing comprehensive remedies to various health problems and lays equal emphasis on prevention, nutrition and mental health, the prime minister said. Modi expressed confidence that the four-day meet will expedite the promotion of Ayurveda at the global level and asked the delegates to come out with a new blueprint for the purpose. The event is being attended by over 5,500 delegates, including about 350 overseas delegates from 54 countries. Addressing the event, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said the state government is working

Prez Murmu calls for extensive research in Ayurveda for disease remedies

President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday stressed the need for extensive research in Ayurveda as it holds remedies for many diseases. Addressing the 75th Foundation Day celebration of Gopabandhu Ayurveda College here, Murmu said a person can remain disease-free all along life by remaining connected with yoga and nature. "Research is capable of proving the scientific basis of any method. Evidence builds trust among people and trust widens the path of acceptance," the President said while calling upon Ayurveda students to undertake research. Stating that she was aware of the method of treatment prevalent among tribal people for treatment of certain diseases, Murmu said that some elder tribal people know about various diseases and the herbs needed to treat them. "But that traditional knowledge is slowly disappearing. I hope some of you (students) will be interested in exploring the scientific basis of that treatment. By doing so, the method can be saved from extinction and also be ...

Kairali Ayurvedic Group eyes Rs 150 cr revenue by FY26 with organic growth

Kairali Ayurvedic Group is aiming a consolidated revenue of Rs 150 crore by FY26, led by the expansion of its hospitality and Ayurveda treatment centres along with ramp-up of FMCG and OTC business, said its Executive Director Abhilash K Ramesh. The 76-year-old Kairali Ayurvedic Group (KAG) is largely split into three divisions - Ayurveda Centers, Hospitality and Ayurvedic Products - and each is charting its own growth plans, both in domestic as well as foreign markets. The group, which has a debt-free balance sheet, has its entire focus on organic growth by preserving its heritage, in hospitality and in its products business, he added. "Post pandemic, we are looking at Rs 150 crore by FY26. That is nearly doubling what we are doing right now. Maybe we go better than we expect," Ramesh told PTI. During the pandemic, like other hospitality firms, its revenue was also impacted but it gradually come out. As part of its growth ambitions, KAG is also looking at foreign markets for the .

SC notice to Centre on plea to include ayurveda, yoga in Ayushman Bharat

The Supreme Court sought the Centre's response on a plea seeking inclusion of ayurveda, yoga, and naturopathy in the national Ayushman Bharat scheme. A bench of Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud and Justices J B Pardiwala and Manoj Misra issued the notice to the Centre and others on the petition filed by advocate Ashwini Kumar Upadhyay. The plea, which sought inclusion of the practices in PM-JAY, also known as Ayushman Bharat, said the inclusion would allow a significant portion of the country's population to avail affordable healthcare benefits and wellness in various serious diseases, apart from providing employment to many working in the field of Ayurveda. Ayushman Bharat, which was launched in 2018, has two main components -- PM-JAY and Health and Wellness Centres. The former provides for a cashless health insurance cover of Rs 5 lakh per BPL family every year. The petitioner sought the scheme to be implemented in all states and the Indian healthcare systems. "PM-JAY, that is, ..

Dabur to acquire ayurvedic product maker Sesa Care for Rs 315-325 crore

Home-grown FMCG and Ayurvedic products maker Dabur on Wednesday announced the acquisition of Sesa Care, engaged in the Ayurvedic personal care and wellness segment, at an enterprise value of Rs 315-325 crore. This new acquisition will help Dabur to expand in the Rs 900 crore ayurvedic hair oil market, the company said in a regulatory filing. It has entered into an agreement to acquire the majority 51 per cent stake from its shareholder True North (a private equity fund) for Rs 12 crore at face value. "The enterprise value is estimated to be in the range of Rs 315-325 crore, including debt of Rs 289 crore, which will be backed by the corporate guarantee of Dabur," it added. While the remaining 49 per cent shares in Sesa, there will be a share swap for the equity shares. "The share swap for the equity shares and remaining 49 per cent CRPS in Sesa will be decided at the time of filing the scheme of merger, based on the valuation reports," it said. This merger aligns with Dabur's ...

Tripura CM announces Rs 1.50 crore for Ayurvedic medicines, plans college

Tripura CM Manik Saha further emphasized that 'health is wealth, and if health is not good, we cannot utilize human resources effectively'

PM Modi to launch Rs 13,000 crore healthcare projects

Today, on October 29, on the occasion of Dhanvantari Jayanti, coinciding with the 9th Ayurveda Day,

From Ayurveda to AIIMS, PM Modi launches Rs 12,850 cr healthcare projects

PM Modi launched healthcare projects worth Rs 12,850 crore today, boosting India's medical infrastructure, Ayushman Bharat, and digital health initiatives

Ayurveda Day: Ancient medicine system vital for health, says PM Modi

On the occasion of Dhanvantari Jayanti and 9th Ayurveda Day, PM Modi will also launch, inaugurate and lay the foundation stone of multiple projects related to the health sector worth around Rs 12,850