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Growing Wealth from Leaves: 10 Profitable Plants and Trees Every Indian Farmer Should Know
With growing awareness about Ayurveda, organic health products, and traditional foods, the demand for such leaves is soaring both in India and abroad. (Representational image source: Adobe stock) In the heartlands of India, farming is undergoing a...
HERBAL MEDICINE : USEDFROMANCIENT TIME AND ALSOINHOMOEOPATHY
ABROMA AUGUSTA Abroma augusta, commonly known as Devil’s Cotton or Ulat Kambal, is a plant native to the hotter regions of India. It has a history of traditional use in Ayurveda and has also found a significant place in homoeopathy. In...

MOH studying 18 proposals to integrate TCM into public healthcare
SINGAPORE – The use of acupuncture to treat migraines, for post-stroke rehabilitation and cancer-related care could soon be integrated into the national healthcare system under a sandbox initiative. These are among 18 proposals for evidence-based...

Patanjali’s Pure Mustard Oil: A Blend Of Tradition, Health And Taste
Mustard oil holds a special place in Indian kitchens, serving not only as a cooking essential but also playing a significant role in Ayurveda and traditional home remedies for centuries. Widely used daily in households across India, mustard oil is...

Musk to launch 'America Party' as feud with Trump intensifies
Elon Musk has announced he is forming a new political party as his dispute with US President Donald Trump took another fractious turn. A day after asking his followers on X whether a new US political party should be created, Mr Musk declared in a...

India's Ayush 'innovations' featured in WHO's brief on AI in traditional medicine
The WHO has acknowledged India's efforts in integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) with traditional medicine systems, particularly Ayush systems, the Centre said on Saturday. The World Health Organization praised the country's efforts in a...
In Brief: KEA opens option entry for seat allotment in non-medical courses
Updated: Jul 11, 2025, 06:00 IST The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has opened the option entry link for first-round seat allotment for Engineering, Veterinary, Agriculture, BPT, and Allied Health Science (AHS) courses, with candidates...
Kolhapuri Sandals: After Prada, will western brands finally credit Indian traditional craftsmanship?
Prada has admitted that its new leather sandal design was inspired by India’s iconic Kolhapuri “chappals” – handcrafted sandals known for their toe-loop pattern – following criticism for failing to attribute the footwear’s roots. The Italian...
Fluoricum Acidum: Grey Haired Alpha Male
Abstract Fluoricum acidum, prepared from hydrofluoric acid, is a significant remedy in homeopathic materia medica known for its deep, long-lasting physiological and psychological effects. It acts primarily on bones, veins, connective tissue, and...

Sri Sri Raghaveshwara Bharathi Swami – Pontiff of Sri Ramachandrapura matha at Shivamogga, Karnataka, revives Indian traditions and awakens religious consciousness among devotees
Sri Sri Raghaveshwara Bharathi Swami is the 36th pontiff of the Sri Ramachandrapura matha, located in Hosanagara Taluk of Shivamogga District in Karnataka. He is not just the mathadhis (head of the Math), but also the 36thin the revered lineage of...

20 Bangkok cannabis shops inspected to ensure legal compliance
Thanakrit emphasised that although all three shops inspected in Sukhumvit Soi 33 had valid licences, two failed to comply with reporting requirements mandated by the Department of Thai Traditional and Alternative Medicine. These shops had not...

Father Muller Homoeopathic Medical College to host Ruby Jubilee Finale on Jul 14
Media Release Mangaluru, Jul 11: Father Muller Homoeopathic Medical College (FMHMC), a unit of the Father Muller Charitable Institutions (FMCI), is proud to announce the Ruby Jubilee Celebrations of its 40 years of service to the society, on July...

Chilling rise of TikTokkers peddling dangerous ‘cures’ for cancer & other deadly illnesses in sick bid to gain followers
INFLUENCERS are peddling animal dewormer and other dangerous alternative medicines as "cures" for deadly illnesses like cancer in a sick bid to gain followers. Experts have slammed the tips given out on social media as "scary" and dangerous,...

VIDEO: Bihar Fisheries Officer Attends Minister's Event When Drunk, Arrested After Breath Analysis
Bihar Fisheries Officer Attends Minister's Event When Drunk, Arrested After Breath Analysis | X @Mukesh_Journo Bihar: Chaos erupted in the program of Minister Neeraj Kumar Bablu on Thursday when District Fisheries Officer Shambhu Kumar, who was...

Kairali Ayurvedic launches wellness centre in Jaipur
Kairali Ayurvedic Group, known for its focus on traditional Kerala Ayurveda therapies, has inaugurated its first wellness centre in Jaipur, Rajasthan. With this launch, the brand now operates 11 centres across India and 17 globally. The new...

Book Review on ‘Lectures on Clinical Materia Medica in Family Order’ by Dr Roshni
Introduction: “ Lectures on Clinical Materia Medica in Family Order ” by Ernest Albert Farrington is a fundamental text in the field of homeopathy, known for its detailed and practical approach to homeopathic remedies. First published in the late...

Lemon Balm: The Sunshine Herb Your Garden Craves
Summary Lemon balm is easy to grow in different soils and thrives with minimal care. Lemon balm attracts pollinators, supporting a healthy ecosystem in your garden. Lemon balm is adaptable for container gardening, offering versatile placement...

Father Muller Homoeopathic Medical College to Host Ruby Jubilee Finale on July 14
Father Muller Homoeopathic Medical College to Host Ruby Jubilee Finale on July 14 Mangaluru: Father Muller Homoeopathic Medical College (FMHMC), a distinguished unit of the Father Muller Charitable Institutions (FMCI), has announced its Ruby...
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India first country to launch a Traditional Knowledge Digital Library: WHO
New Delhi In a significant step towards global healthcare innovation, the World Health Organization (WHO) has released a technical brief titled "Mapping the Application of Artificial Intelligence in Traditional Medicine", acknowledging India's...

Roadmap for AI use to support traditional systems of medicine, while protecting data sovereignty
Global TCIM is projected to touch $600 billion in 2025, and AI could accelerate its growth, the note said. | Photo Credit: adventtr Artificial intelligence (AI) and centuries-old healing systems may be at two distant ends of time - but AI can...