Ayurveda

October 17, 2025 9:22 PM

Ayush diplomacy reaches the Arctic: India showcases traditional medicine at Reykjavík Assembly

India advanced its health diplomacy at the Arctic Circle Assembly 2025 in Reykjavík, Iceland, showcasing the role of traditional medicine in addressing global health challenges. A delegation from the Ministry of Ayush participated in the high-level gathering, emphasizing India’s commitment to integrating wellness traditions into global sustainability and scientific collaboration. Representing India, Rabinarayan Acharya, Director General of the Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Scienc...

October 16, 2025 10:21 PM

Brazil’s Vice President Geraldo Alckmin lauds Ayurveda during visit to AIIA, New Delhi

Vice President of Brazil Geraldo Alckmin on Thursday praised Ayurveda as a “5,000-year-old treasure of health and wisdom” during his visit to the All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA) in New Delhi. The visit was part of his official trip to India, aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation in health, traditional medicine, and trade. Speaking at the institute, Alckmin said, “Ayurveda is a 5,000-year-old treasure of health and wisdom. I congratulate AIIA for its wonderful work in promoti...

September 5, 2025 12:57 PM

Delhi govt plans mobile unit to popularise Ayurveda: Health Minister

The Delhi government plans to launch a mobile unit for public outreach and to popularise Ayurveda, Health Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh said on Thursday. Reiterating the government’s commitment to expanding access to holistic healthcare through Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, and Homeopathy (AYUSH), Singh directed that Panchakarma therapies be made more widely available as part of efforts to promote holistic wellness. Speaking at the 19th Governing Council Meeting of Chaudhary B...

June 4, 2025 10:00 AM

India’s cultural renaissance: A journey of heritage, unity and global influence

India’s cultural renaissance over the last eleven years has been guided by a vision that seeks to uphold the nation's deep-rooted heritage while embracing the modern world. Under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, this revival has blended spirituality, infrastructure, and inclusivity—bringing India’s timeless traditions into global focus. Culture has become a key pillar of national identity and international diplomacy. From restoring temples to reclaiming artefacts, from celebrat...

April 17, 2025 9:59 AM

Ministry of Ayush hosts Rashtriya Karmayogi Jan Seva programme to strengthen public service orientation

The Ministry of Ayush organised a special session of the Rashtriya Karmayogi Jan Seva Programme at Ayush Bhawan on Wednesday, with the objective of enhancing the service orientation and professional skills of its employees. The initiative was held in collaboration with the Capacity Building Commission under the Mission Karmayogi framework. The programme marks a continued effort by the Ministry to build a responsive and efficient workforce. The first phase of the session was inaugurated earlier ...

January 17, 2025 6:59 PM

Ayurveda brings fresh hope for Alzheimer’s treatment

The integration of traditional wisdom with modern science is showing promise in the battle against Alzheimer's disease and other neurodegenerative disorders. A new study from the Bose Institute in Kolkata has sparked optimism by demonstrating the potential of Ayurvedic medicine alongside chemically synthesized solutions to combat the damaging effects of amyloid beta aggregation, a critical factor in Alzheimer’s progression. Alzheimer’s disease is often associated with the buildup of amyloid...

December 30, 2024 2:55 PM

PM Modi lauds India’s progress in fighting malaria and cancer

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday highlighted India’s significant achievements in the fight against malaria and cancer, noting that these efforts are now being recognized and appreciated worldwide. In the 117th episode of ‘Mann Ki Baat,’ PM Modi referred to a WHO report that reveals India has achieved an 80 percent reduction in malaria cases and deaths between 2015 and 2023. He said, “Malaria has been a big challenge confronting humanity for four thousand years. Even at the time o...

October 29, 2024 10:12 PM

Bangladesh: Ayurveda day celebrated in Dhaka

The celebrations for Ayurveda Day 2024, themed "Ayurved Innovation For Global Health," were held at the High Commission of India in Bangladesh on Tuesday. As part of the event, the Indira Gandhi Cultural Centre organized lectures and exhibition stalls on Ayurveda, followed by a Sitar Sangeet performance in Dhaka. Speaking on the occasion, the acting High Commissioner of India to Bangladesh, Pawan Badhe, emphasized the importance of collaboration and knowledge sharing between India and Banglades...

September 16, 2024 6:17 PM

Embassy of India Celebrates International Yoga Day in Pokhara

To celebrate the 10th edition of the International Day of Yoga, the Embassy of India organized a Yoga demonstration on the banks of Phewa Lake in Pokhara. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from the local community, including officials of local administration, members of various local Yoga organizations, retired Gorkha soldiers of the Indian Army and staff members of the Embassy’s Pension Paying Office (PPO) in Pokhara, who joined in to promote the ancient practice of Yoga for he...