VK News Today https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html Prince William on Travis Kelce and Jason Kelce podcast: ‘My father hates football,’ reveals the member of royalty about King Charles Born on These Dates? Numerology Says This Could Be Your Last Life on Earth! Perplexity CEO Aravind Srinivas on why American dream is not over: America’s the only country where you can come… AI-generated representative image NEW DELHI: NITI Aayog on Thursday unveiled an ambitious roadmap to help Ayurveda gain global recognition as a healthcare system by 2047, proposing a global practitioner registry, internationally accepted quality standards and insurance-backed treatment to move beyond its current image as a wellness product. The roadmap comes even as many Ayurvedic formulations continue to be sold as dietary supplements rather than recognised medicines in major global markets.Released by NITI Aayog Vice-Chairman Dr. Ashok Kumar Lahiri in the presence of Member (Health) Prof (Dr) M Srinivas, CEO Nidhi Chhibber and Ayush Secretary Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha, the report, Strategic Roadmap for Making Ayurveda Global, says India must move beyond exporting herbs and wellness products to building a globally trusted healthcare system backed by stronger research, regulation and international acceptance.The report notes that exports of Ayush and herbal products nearly doubled from USD 1.09 billion in 2014 to USD 2.16 billion in 2023, with Ayurveda products reaching around 150 countries. Yet regulatory barriers continue to keep many Ayurvedic formulations out of mainstream healthcare systems in developed markets, where they are largely sold as dietary supplements instead of approved medicines.While Ayurveda has gained varying degrees of recognition in nearly 30 countries and research is underway in almost 70 countries, India has yet to build a sizable global workforce. The report says the country has over 3.55 lakh trained Ayurveda practitioners, but nearly 95% of them are based in India because of the absence of internationally accepted licensing systems and limited professional mobility.To address these gaps, the roadmap recommends creating a Global Ayurveda Register with internationally verifiable credentials, a single-window portal carrying country-specific licensing requirements and visa information, and mutual recognition agreements with partner countries to enable qualified Indian practitioners to work overseas.To improve global acceptance, the report calls for expanding international clinical trials through WHO collaborating centres, creating real-world patient registries, publishing annual global evidence and safety reports, promoting research in emerging areas such as Ayurgenomics, upgrading domestic manufacturing to WHO-GMP standards, and publishing an export edition of the Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia aligned with international regulatory requirements.The roadmap also proposes shifting India’s strategy from exporting raw herbs to high-value formulations, healthcare services and medical expertise. It recommends overseas Ayurveda centres, stronger regulatory support for exporters through Ayush Export Promotion Council, a real-time trade dashboard, and treatment hubs linked to Ayush visas and insurance-backed medical value travel.Drawing lessons from the global expansion of Traditional Chinese Medicine, the report calls for coordinated action across research, regulation, diplomacy, education and trade, besides setting up a high-level Mission Steering Group to steer implementation through 2047.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorAnuja JaiswalAnuja Jaiswal is a Senior Assistant Editor at The Times of India, with an impressive 18-year career in narrative journalism. She specializes in health and heritage reporting, expertly simplifying complex health information to make it engaging and understandable for readers. Her deep dives into heritage topics are well-researched, resulting in captivating narratives that resonate with her audience. Over the years, she has worked in Chandigarh, Chhattisgarh and West UP, gaining diverse on-ground experience that shapes her storytelling.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosBengal Eyes New Industrial Era As CM Adhikari Targets FDI Growth And Manufacturing ExpansionTMC Power Battle Escalates As Ritabrata Faction Takes Over Party HQ, Stakes Claim To SymbolCentre Directs Apple, Google To Remove 7 Apps From Their Stores Over E-Rickshaw Shutdown ScareCentre To Summon Meta Over Instagram Ads Promoting Child Sexual Abuse: Report’Police Are Not Servants Of CM Or PM’: Bombay High Court Quashes SDPI Leader’s ExternmentFour Former AIADMK Ministers Switch To TVK; Fresh Political Churn Leaves Six Assembly Seats VacantKarur Stampede Flashpoint: TVK-DMK Clash; Former CM Allegedly Blamed For Loss Of LivesTwin-Flower Symbol Under Threat As EC Examines Mamata And Ritabrata Faction ClaimsRam Mandir Donation Row Deepens As Vinay Katiyar Claims Trust Officials Could Face Jail’Unfortunate, We Are All Hurt’: RSS Issues First Statement On Ayodhya Ram Temple ‘Donation Theft’123PhotostoriesWhat would you do? 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The initiative offers fully government-funded support to help researchers protect their intellectual property and translate research outcomes into healthcare products and technologies for public benefit.The Commission said the initiative aligns with its objective of promoting research, innovation and excellence in medical education, adding that wider participation by medical colleges would strengthen India’s healthcare innovation ecosystem.Besides patent filing, Patent Mitra also supports technology transfer, helping innovators move discoveries from laboratories to commercial development and public use. The NMC has asked colleges to actively publicise the initiative among faculty members, clinicians, researchers and students to encourage greater participation.The advisory said details of the initiative are available on the Patent Mitra portal and asked institutions to contact ICMR for assistance related to the programme.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorAnuja JaiswalAnuja Jaiswal is a Senior Assistant Editor at The Times of India, with an impressive 18-year career in narrative journalism. She specializes in health and heritage reporting, expertly simplifying complex health information to make it engaging and understandable for readers. Her deep dives into heritage topics are well-researched, resulting in captivating narratives that resonate with her audience. Over the years, she has worked in Chandigarh, Chhattisgarh and West UP, gaining diverse on-ground experience that shapes her storytelling.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosBengal Eyes New Industrial Era As CM Adhikari Targets FDI Growth And Manufacturing ExpansionTMC Power Battle Escalates As Ritabrata Faction Takes Over Party HQ, Stakes Claim To SymbolCentre Directs Apple, Google To Remove 7 Apps From Their Stores Over E-Rickshaw Shutdown ScareCentre To Summon Meta Over Instagram Ads Promoting Child Sexual Abuse: Report’Police Are Not Servants Of CM Or PM’: Bombay High Court Quashes SDPI Leader’s ExternmentFour Former AIADMK Ministers Switch To TVK; Fresh Political Churn Leaves Six Assembly Seats VacantKarur Stampede Flashpoint: TVK-DMK Clash; Former CM Allegedly Blamed For Loss Of LivesTwin-Flower Symbol Under Threat As EC Examines Mamata And Ritabrata Faction ClaimsRam Mandir Donation Row Deepens As Vinay Katiyar Claims Trust Officials Could Face Jail’Unfortunate, We Are All Hurt’: RSS Issues First Statement On Ayodhya Ram Temple ‘Donation Theft’123PhotostoriesWhat would you do? 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They can’t see what’s happening around them.”Targeting Dharmendra Pradhan, she said, “His birthday cake can’t be baked with the blood of our children. Don’t let them label you, your only label is ‘Hindustani’. Don’t give up. Stay true to the cause. Jai Hind.”The remark appeared to be a sarcastic response to Union education minister’s birthday celebrations on June 26, as students continued protesting for his resignation over alleged paper leaks and his description of the protesters as the “B team of terrorists.”‘Blood in his hands’: DipkeDipke, while criticising Pradhan’s remark, wrote, “Dharmendra Pradhan calls us terrorists. But the irony is that he is the one with the blood of more than 17 students on his hands.””Sir, we are not terrorists. We don’t need a certificate of patriotism from people like you who are responsible for the deaths of innocent students,” he added further.Political leaders and actors extend supportThe CJP protest has drawn support from political leaders and members of the film industry. Earlier, on July 1, TMC leader Sagarika Ghose joined the protesters at Jantar Mantar. In a post on X, she said, “The arrogant failed @narendramodi government is STILL refusing to listen to the people and has lost all public legitimacy.”Even as major opposition parties stopped short of backing the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), Aam Aadmi Party’s Arvind Kejriwal and Uddhav Thackeray of Shiv Sena (UBT) expressed support for the movement.Bollywood actors Prakash Raj and Atul Kulkarni have also backed the protest against alleged irregularities in India’s education and examination system. Sharing a message for the young demonstrators, Kulkarni wrote, “May you reshape this country with integrity and compassion. My heartfelt good wishes to you all.”The protest, which has continued for the past two weeks, has drawn support from activists, students and political leaders. Wangchuk has maintained that he will continue his hunger strike until action is taken on his demands.As of now, there has been no official response from the Centre regarding Wangchuk’s hunger strike demanding accountability in education sector.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosBengal Eyes New Industrial Era As CM Adhikari Targets FDI Growth And Manufacturing ExpansionTMC Power Battle Escalates As Ritabrata Faction Takes Over Party HQ, Stakes Claim To SymbolCentre Directs Apple, Google To Remove 7 Apps From Their Stores Over E-Rickshaw Shutdown ScareCentre To Summon Meta Over Instagram Ads Promoting Child Sexual Abuse: Report’Police Are Not Servants Of CM Or PM’: Bombay High Court Quashes SDPI Leader’s ExternmentFour Former AIADMK Ministers Switch To TVK; Fresh Political Churn Leaves Six Assembly Seats VacantKarur Stampede Flashpoint: TVK-DMK Clash; Former CM Allegedly Blamed For Loss Of LivesTwin-Flower Symbol Under Threat As EC Examines Mamata And Ritabrata Faction ClaimsRam Mandir Donation Row Deepens As Vinay Katiyar Claims Trust Officials Could Face Jail’Unfortunate, We Are All Hurt’: RSS Issues First Statement On Ayodhya Ram Temple ‘Donation Theft’123Photostories60-second money lesson: The first three things to do after your salary is credited5 ingredients to mix with curry leaf oil for faster hair growthLabrador Retriever vs Golden Retriver vs Beagle: Which is best suited for families with children10 deadliest snakes in the world and where can travellers find them”I make really good Indian…” Taylor Swift reveals her love for cooking this fiber-rich vegetarian dishKangana Ranaut channels vintage femme fatale glamour in a fierce all-black look for ‘Lock Upp 2’From his bond with Dilip Joshi to watching IPL match with SRK in his vanity: When Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah’s Goli aka Kush Shah spoke about his journey8 traditional South Indian rice dishes for a light, healthy summer dinner (with calories)BLACKPINK’s Lisa and Tamannaah Bhatia serve Yin and Yang-inspired ensembles at the Shiseido launch eventMany men ignore these symptoms until it’s too late: Doctor explain the warning signs of prostate problems123Hot PicksTrump tariffsLuka Modric Net WorthEPF Scheme 2026Amarnath Yatra 2026Income Tax Return FilingMumbai rainUS unemploymentMicrosoft layoffsIndia Japal TradeTop TrendingBrittany MahomesTravis KelceKansas CityFIFA World Cup 2026GTA 6 Estimated SizeNew England PatriotsCandace OwensFIFA War DecisionCA Toppers ListAnitha Radhakrishnan Jul 04, 2026, 05:50 IST Mohanlal announces ‘Nedumkandam Miracle’: Confirms team up with Dileesh Pothan – WATCH motion poster | Malayalam Movie News Quote of the day by American painter Edward Hopper: “If you could say it in words there would be no reason to paint” MP man’s life sentence for killing wife reduced over ‘can have 1,000 husbands like you’ remark; HC calls it ‘grave provocation’ Benjamin Netanyahu: Netanyahu, Donald Trump agree to meet in US soon after phone call Jul 04, 2026, 08:10 IST Jncu Results: JNCU declares final semester undergraduate and postgraduate results at jncu.in; download here Prince Harry Reflects on Queen Elizabeth’s Final Meeting with Archie and Lilibet | NBA trade news: Lakers pull off surprise Deandre Ayton trade for 6-foot-3 ex-Luka Doncic teammate ‘Fake news’: Israel denies report it planned to assassinate Iranian negotiators Jul 04, 2026, 09:32 IST Goa Institute of Management hosts Delhi University principals for leadership programme on higher education ‘Srinivasa Mangapuram’: Jaya Krishna Ghattamaneni and Rasha Thadani’s debut film locks release date – Find out Dog spotted on Pune runway, flight to Jaipur aborts take-off at last second Updated: Jul 04, 2026, 08:36 IST SSB HC ministerial admit card 2026 out for CBT exam on 7 July; download hall ticket here Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding photo goes VIRAL; fans ask ‘Is this Real?’ Ram Dass Quotes: Quote of the day by Ram Dass: “We’re fascinated by the words, but where we meet is in the silence behind them” ; What the Harvard psychologist and Neem Karoli Baba follower says on missing out the importance of unsaid ‘words’ in a conversation Love Horoscope Today, July 04, 2026: What the stars say about your love life How to make Biotin gummies at home for hair growth: Benefits, recipe and what science says Watch: ‘Death to America, Israel’ chants echo as Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s funeral begins Sonam Wangchuk’s hunger strike (Photo: Abhijeet Dipke X) DELHI: Activist Sonam Wangchuk has continued his indefinite hunger strike at Jantar Mantar, with supporters expressing growing concern over his health as the CJP protest enters day 15.CJP’s founder Abhijeet Dipke, who has been sharing regular updates from the protest site, said Wangchuk’s health is deteriorating.”It’s Day 7 of Sonam Wangchuk’s hunger strike. If the government doesn’t act fast and take action against Pradhan, it will be responsible if anything happens to Sonam Sir. Despite his rapidly deteriorating health, he has made it clear that he will not end his hunger strike until action is taken,” Dipke wrote on X.The latest update follows an earlier post by Dipke in which he said Wangchuk looked “far weaker and more exhausted” than just a few days earlier.”Today, for the first time, I could see the pain on his face as his health continues to deteriorate. He told us he is fine and that there is nothing to worry about, but the reality is different. His condition is worsening with every passing hour,” Dipke had written.Wangchuk thanks govt for Ladakh steps, seeks education accountabilityIn a post on X on July 3, Wangchuk thanked the government for taking steps to address issues concerning Ladakh. However, he urged authorities to now focus on “accountability in education.””DAY 6 OF HUNGER AT JANTAR MANTAR. Thank you govt for steps taken today to resolve the Ladakh issue, now please pay attention to accountability in education,” Wangchuk wrote.Over a month after talks between Ladakh groups and a Union home ministry (MHA) sub-committee in Delhi, informal parleys were scheduled to held on Friday in Leh with central officials.Several rounds of talks have been held with the Centre on Ladakh since 2023. The process stopped after four people were killed and over 80 injured on Sept 24, 2025, in alleged police firing on protesters in Leh demanding statehood. LAB’s Wangchuk was accused of inciting the protesters, arrested, charged under NSA and kept in Jodhpur jail. The Centre revoked his NSA detention in March this year.The protest has drawn attention on social media, with supporters closely monitoring his health and urging authorities to engage with his demands.As of now, there has been no official statement from the government regarding Wangchuk’s latest appeal on education accountability or his ongoing hunger strike.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosCentre Directs Apple, Google To Remove 7 Apps From Their Stores Over E-Rickshaw Shutdown ScareCentre To Summon Meta Over Instagram Ads Promoting Child Sexual Abuse: Report’Police Are Not Servants Of CM Or PM’: Bombay High Court Quashes SDPI Leader’s ExternmentFour Former AIADMK Ministers Switch To TVK; Fresh Political Churn Leaves Six Assembly Seats VacantKarur Stampede Flashpoint: TVK-DMK Clash; Former CM Allegedly Blamed For Loss Of LivesTwin-Flower Symbol Under Threat As EC Examines Mamata And Ritabrata Faction ClaimsRam Mandir Donation Row Deepens As Vinay Katiyar Claims Trust Officials Could Face Jail’Unfortunate, We Are All Hurt’: RSS Issues First Statement On Ayodhya Ram Temple ‘Donation Theft’SC Raises Questions But Grants Relief To Sonam In Raja Raghuvanshi Murder Case Appeal’Will Surrender Before Court’: Jailed Gangster Anmol Bishnoi Wants To Join Salman Khan Firing Trial123Photostories60-second money lesson: The first three things to do after your salary is credited5 ingredients to mix with curry leaf oil for faster hair growthLabrador Retriever vs Golden Retriver vs Beagle: Which is best suited for families with children10 deadliest snakes in the world and where can travellers find them”I make really good Indian…” Taylor Swift reveals her love for cooking this fiber-rich vegetarian dishKangana Ranaut channels vintage femme fatale glamour in a fierce all-black look for ‘Lock Upp 2’From his bond with Dilip Joshi to watching IPL match with SRK in his vanity: When Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah’s Goli aka Kush Shah spoke about his journey8 traditional South Indian rice dishes for a light, healthy summer dinner (with calories)BLACKPINK’s Lisa and Tamannaah Bhatia serve Yin and Yang-inspired ensembles at the Shiseido launch eventMany men ignore these symptoms until it’s too late: Doctor explain the warning signs of prostate problems123Hot PicksTrump tariffsLuka Modric Net WorthEPF Scheme 2026Amarnath Yatra 2026Income Tax Return FilingMumbai rainUS unemploymentMicrosoft layoffsIndia Japal TradeTop TrendingBrittany MahomesTravis KelceKansas CityFIFA World Cup 2026GTA 6 Estimated SizeNew England PatriotsCandace OwensFIFA War DecisionCA Toppers ListAnitha Radhakrishnan Updated: Jul 04, 2026, 08:57 IST WUD launches new theatre programmes for creative careers in India Aidan Sammut slams AI act at Sydney showcase: ‘The spot could have been given to a human band’ Twist in Ketan Agarwal murder case: Siya Goyal, her ‘lover’ Chetan decline to undergo polygraph test, cops hint at 3rd person’s role Jul 04, 2026, 08:30 IST Tslprb Notification 2026: Telangana approves 5,000 police vacancies, TSLPRB to begin direct recruitment process across key police cadres Harvest Rock Festival 2026 Cancellation: Fans React to Disappointment | As US turns 250 this July 4, a family sold their electrical company for $1.7 billion and made 540 workers millionaires Jul 04, 2026, 08:25 IST Lic Hfl Result: LIC HFL Junior Assistant Result 2026 out at lichousing.com, download merit list PDF and check score card here Prithviraj Sukumaran says ‘Lucifer’ trilogy was always planned: ‘We want to do it’ ‘They want us grateful for merely being allowed’: Zohran Mamdani delivers pro-immigration July 4 speech Watch: Massive wildfire menaces Portugal, devours thousands of hecatres