India, Kuwait emphasize Dialogue Over Conflict to Secure Energy and Trade Supplies (See 'Corp Brief') Misc - There is no right in borrower to personal hearing by banks before classifying their account as fraud account: SC (See 'Legal Desk') Manohar Lal holds Key Engagements on Infrastructure and Development Cooperation (See 'Corp Brief') CARI Bengaluru gets ISO 15189:2022 Accreditation in Biochemistry (See 'Corp Brief') NI Act – At stage of issuance of process, statutory presumption u/s 139 of NI Act cannot be dislodged in summary manner merely by contending that cheque issued was not for legally enforceable debt: SC (See 'Legal Desk') Barabanki to Bahraich Highway to become Key Cross-Border Trade Lifeline (See 'Corp Brief') Advanced Agriculture fest kicks off in Raisen in MP (See 'Corp Brief') PMLA - Sec 2(1)(u) permits attachment of any property of equivalent value, including properties acquired prior to commission of scheduled offence, which are untraceable: SAFEMA (See 'Legal Desk') NTWB welcomes Jan Vishwas Amendments (See 'Corp Brief') Anand Kumar Pal joins MoF as Chief Cost Adviser (See 'Corp Brief') India-GCC reaffirms commitment to Regional Stability (See 'Corp Brief') India-Bahrain stresses stability, Supply Chain Resilience and Stronger Economic Ties (See 'Corp Brief') J&K youth can be torchbearers of India's growth story in coming years: MoS (See 'Corp Brief') India Skills National Competition 2025-26 concludes in Greater Noida (See 'Corp Brief') MoFPI holds Parliamentary Consultative Committee and NIFTEM Council Meetings in Shillong (See 'Corp Brief') Minister to inaugurate 2-day Interactive forum to mark World Homoeopathy Day 2026 (See 'Corp Brief') IPR - Controller of Patent would decide whether differences, viewed in knowledge of alleged invention, constitute steps which would have been obvious to ordinary person skilled in art and rule out hindsight approach: HC (See 'Legal Desk') MoS asks private sector to accelerate its participation in R&D activities (See 'Corp Brief') 'Sahkar se Samriddhi' Vision guides National Review Conference in Varanasi (See 'Corp Brief') Department of Higher Education organises interactive session on Indian Knowledge Systems (See 'Corp Brief') IPR - Generic disclosure does not, by itself, defeat novelty of specific disclosure; Prior art that teaches away from claimed invention cannot serve as foundation for anticipation: HC (See 'Legal Desk') Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana completes 11 Years of empowering Small and Micro Entrepreneurs (See 'Corp Brief') International Conference on Spacecraft Mission Operations being held in Bengaluru (See 'Corp Brief') IPR - Prior user of trademark has superior rights over subsequent user who holds registration for same or similar mark: HC (See 'Legal Desk') Sirsa to review status of saline water Aquaculture cluster notified under PMMSY (See 'Corp Brief') TRAI releases paper on Satellite Communication Network Authorisation (See 'Corp Brief') Union Minister of Power to embark on 4-Day Visit to Bhutan (See 'Corp Brief') Benami Act - If no loan was repaid in actual, and just funds have been rotated among same group of parties, thereby establishing benami transaction, provisional attachment is justified: SAFEMA (See 'Legal Desk') CCI nod for acquisition of shares by Coastal Cedar Investments in Fleur Hotels (See 'Corp Brief') CCI approves acquisition of equity of KNR SPVs by Indus Infra Trust (See 'Corp Brief') CCI approves acquisition by Citrus Investment LLC of shares in Hitachi Construction Machinery (See 'Corp Brief') CCI okays acquisition of equity shares of Aditya Birla Housing Finance Ltd. by Indriya Ltd. (See 'Corp Brief') Company Law - Sourcing pre-condition deposit unlawfully from corporate funds in direct violation of Sec 185, or executing settlement agreements without effectuating actual refunds or delivering legally valid & habitable possession, is illegal: SC (See 'Legal Desk') CCI approves acquisition of equity in Nabha Power by Torrent Power Ltd. (See 'Corp Brief') Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor at Kalpakkam attains First Criticality (See 'Corp Brief') Policy for Transit Oriented Development for providing affordable housing in Delhi (See 'Corp Brief') PMLA - Initiating proceedings under PMLA for continuing possession or use of proceeds of crime acquired prior to enactment of PMLA does not violate Article 20(1) of Constitution: HC (See 'Legal Desk') Ministry of Mines notifies Amendment in Rules for Faster Operationalisation of Mines (See 'Corp Brief') Govt to curb Distress Sale in APT Crops; Value Addition to boost Farmers' Income (See 'Corp Brief') Navi Mumbai turning Textile Waste into Opportunity for People (See 'Corp Brief') TRAI releases Paper on 'Formulation of Regulatory Framework for ALTD Services (See 'Corp Brief') IPR - Minor alteration to well-established trademark, such as changing single letter, does not render new mark dissimilar, especially when it remains phonetically and visually close to original: HC (See 'Legal Desk') GeM achieves Rs 18.4 Lakh Crore GMV, Emerges as Key Digital Public Procurement Platform (See 'Corp Brief') Benami Act - Burden of proof of benami transaction rests strictly upon person asserting it, and reliance solely on uncorroborated statements of third parties recorded in unrelated Income Tax proceedings, is insufficient: SAFEMA (See 'Legal Desk') Union Minister to inaugurate NCVET Capacity Building (See 'Corp Brief') FEMA - Continuing adjudication u/s 16 of FEMA despite competent authority's refusal to confirm seizure u/s 37A of FEMA, is contrary to law: SC (See 'Legal Desk') Minister calls for stronger research-industry linkages to scale food innovation sector (See 'Corp Brief') A&C Act - Doctrine of 'transnational issue estoppel' applies to enforcement proceedings u/s 48 of Arbitration Act, barring enforcement court from undertaking merits-based review: SC (See 'Legal Desk') MoS backs scaling up indigenous Insulin production amid global supply concerns (See 'Corp Brief') A&C - Mere existence of document, despite it containing arbitration clause, would not qualify as arbitration agreement, unless it is signed by parties seeking to invoke clause as also party against whom enforcement is sought: HC (See 'Legal Desk') New Sainik School reflects Centre's Vision for Nation-Building through Education (See 'Corp Brief') A&C - Agreement to sell being unregistered and unstamped as per Registration Act, Transfer of Property Act, and Indian Stamps Act, cannot be enforced: HC (See 'Legal Desk') Supreme Court Clears Path For Single Insolvency Proceedings Against Linked Group Companies (See CORP EINSICHT)

Print

CARI Bengaluru gets ISO 15189:2022 Accreditation in Biochemistry

Published: Apr 13, 2026

By TIOLCorplaws News Service

NEW DELHI, APR 13, 2026: IN a significant milestone for quality-assured healthcare under the Ministry of Ayush, the Clinical Laboratory at the Central Ayurveda Research Institute (CARI), Bengaluru, has been awarded ISO 15189:2022 accreditation for both Biochemistry and Haematology-becoming the first institute under the Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS) to achieve this distinction.

This accreditation assures patients that the laboratory delivers accurate, reliable, and safe diagnostic results in line with globally accepted quality standards. The achievement marks the laboratory's transformation from an entry-level NABL-certified facility to a fully established, accredited centre of excellence.

Prataprao Jadhav, Hon'ble Minister of State (Independent Charge), Ministry of Ayush, highlighted "Accreditation to international standards such as ISO 15189:2022 ensures that patients receive reliable and precise diagnostic services, which are essential for effective treatment and improved health outcomes. This achievement by CARI Bengaluru showcases how the Ministry is steadily transforming Ayush infrastructure into a benchmark of quality and reliability."

Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha, Secretary, Ministry of Ayush, added: "The recognition of CARI Bengaluru as the first CCRAS institute with ISO 15189:2022 accreditation in both Biochemistry and Haematology is a landmark step in integrating high-quality diagnostics with traditional systems of medicine. It reinforces our focus on evidence-based practice, research, and patient-centric care."

Prof. Rabinarayan Acharya, Director General, CCRAS stated, "The recent NABL accreditation of CARI Bengaluru, building on its earlier NABH and NABL entry-level certifications and ongoing BIS IS/ISO 9001:2015 progression, along with its role as an Ayurveda Science Incubation Centre under the Ministry of Ayush, significantly elevates quality standards, positioning Ayurveda research and innovation at the highest level of scientific rigor and excellence."

Dr. Sulochana Bhat, Head, CARI, Bengaluru Emphasised "Achieving ISO 15189:2022 accreditation is a proud milestone for our institute. It reflects our commitment to delivering high-quality, reliable, and patient-centred diagnostic services. This accomplishment not only strengthens our clinical capabilities but also reinforces our role as a leading institution under CCRAS. This could be achieved due to the sincere efforts of Dr. Vidyashree Anchan (Research Officer, Pathology) and CARI team."

The laboratory currently holds NABL accreditation for 50 test parameters across Biochemistry and Haematology. It offers a comprehensive range of diagnostic services, including blood glucose, HbA1c, liver and kidney function tests, lipid and thyroid profiles, electrolytes, and complete blood counts, among others-enabling accurate assessment of metabolic, hormonal, and blood-related conditions.

During 2025–26, the laboratory conducted over 1.52 lakh investigations, serving more than 9,300 patients-demonstrating its growing capacity and commitment to quality diagnostics. Equipped with advanced systems and digital reporting tools, patients benefit from faster turnaround times, improved accuracy, and convenient access to reports via SMS, email, and WhatsApp.

The institute's steady growth across clinical, research, and diagnostic services further underscores this achievement. OPD footfall has more than doubled from 18,918 in 2021 to over 51,300 in 2026, reflecting rising public trust and outreach. Laboratory investigations have witnessed a remarkable surge-from just 2,770 tests in 2021 to over 1.55 lakh in 2026-highlighting enhanced diagnostic capacity. Similarly, Panchakarma and para-surgical procedures have expanded nearly twentyfold during this period, while research activities have remained consistently robust with around 20–25 projects annually. Since the introduction of inpatient services in July 2024, bed occupancy has reached nearly full capacity, demonstrating increasing demand for integrative care. The institute has also strengthened its role in medicinal plant validation, significantly scaling up authentication efforts over the years.

The journey to this achievement reflects sustained effort and institutional commitment. Beginning with a single semi-automated biochemistry analyser, the laboratory was progressively upgraded with fully automated systems under the Centre of Excellence Scheme of the Ministry of Ayush. Following its NABL entry-level certification in November 2022, the laboratory advanced to meet the more stringent ISO 15189:2022 standards through rigorous quality implementation, documentation, and assessment processes.

The laboratory plays a critical role in supporting Ayurveda and Ayush-based treatments by providing dependable diagnostic data for clinical decision-making, monitoring patient progress, and strengthening research outcomes.

Notably, CARI Bengaluru had earlier become the first CCRAS institute to secure both NABH and NABL entry-level certifications during 2021–22, and is also progressing towards BIS IS/ISO 9001:2015 certification-further reinforcing its commitment to quality, precision, and excellence.

Looking ahead, the institute plans to expand its range of accredited tests and enhance diagnostic capabilities to provide more comprehensive, accessible, and affordable healthcare services to the public.

TIOL CORP SEARCH

TIOL GROUP WEBSITES

taxindiaonline
taxindiainternational
tioltube
TKF
TIOLawards
A TIOL Website. Copyright © 2025 TIOLcorplaws.com All rights reserved.