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CSIR-IIIM Drug Testing Laboratory: Ensuring Quality, Advancing Healthcare The Drug Testing Laboratory (DTL) at CSIR-Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine, Jammu, is a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to ensuring the quality, identity, and safety of drugs and raw materials. Established in 2017, DTL provides world-class analytical testing using cutting-edge instruments and technologies, supporting both national and international standards. From testing drugs, APIs, raw materials, and sterile medical devices to contributing to pharmacopoeial standards, the laboratory combines expertise, precision, and regulatory compliance to advance healthcare and public safety. With ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation, GLP compliance, and Bio-Safety Level 2 certification, DTL exemplifies excellence in pharmaceutical analysis, innovation, and quality assurance. To Watch Full Video : youtu.be/NRLFzqjElUQ?si… 📧 Contact: Dr. M K Verma, Incharge, Drug Testing Laboratory Email: mkverma.iiim@csir.res.in #CSIRIIIM #DrugTesting #QualityAssurance #HealthcareInnovation #PharmaceuticalExcellence

CSIR–IIIM Jammu in Media! 18th Feb, 2026 CSIR-IIIM launches hands-on training on medicinal plants extraction and formulation under cGMP Links : Daily Excelsior : dailyexcelsior.com/training-on-ex… Jammu Links : jammulinksnews.com/csir-iiim-laun… CSIR, India #CSIR #IIIMJammu #SkillDevelopment #MedicinalPlants #HerbalInnovation #cGMP #Phytopharma #StartupIndia

Industry–Academia Meet (IAM-2026) concludes at CSIR–Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine; Day 2 marked roadmap for fermentation, cannabis research and bioprocess scale-up. Driving the future of biotech and pharma innovation, the second day of IAM-2026 in Jammu brought together leading scientists, industry experts and innovators for high-impact discussions on fermentation technologies, APIs, translational research and bio-manufacturing scalability. The sessions focused on strengthening lab-to-market pathways, addressing regulatory and clinical validation frameworks, and building effective technology transfer and co-development models between academia and industry. Breakout discussions translated dialogue into concrete action points aimed at accelerating innovation. With participation from top pharma companies, research institutions and policymakers, the meet reinforced a shared vision: building a self-reliant, innovation-driven India and positioning the country as a global leader in pharmaceutical R&D by 2047. Meaningful partnerships, practical solutions and a clear strategic direction — IAM-2026 sets the tone for the next phase of India’s bio-innovation ecosystem. #IAM2026 #BiotechInnovation #Pharmaceuticals #API #FermentationTechnology #CannabisResearch #ResearchToMarket #IndustryAcademia #Bioprocessing #DrugDevelopment #Phytopharmaceuticals

Glad to have launched today the first National Call of ₹2,000 Crore BIRAC–RDI Fund to accelerate the private sector engaged in biotech ventures.  This is part of the  ₹1 Lakh Crore RDI initiative announced by PM @narendramodi in November 2025.  This major scale-up push is set to drive the nation’s next growth phase.  This is also a reaffirmation that India is no longer a late Starter in Biotech, as possibly it was in the IT sector during the earlier governments.  Biotech-focused RDI Fund also promises to bridge the Lab-to-Industry gap.  India emerging as a global Bioeconomy leader, with the $300 Billion Bioeconomy target by 2030.

CSIR–IIIM Jammu in Media! 14th Feb, 2026 Industry Academia Meet (IAM 2026) concludes at CSIR-IIIM Day 2 marks roadmap for fermentation, cannabis research and bioprocess scale-up Links : Jammu Links : shorturl.at/r9OT0 CSIR, India #IAM2026 #BiotechInnovation #Pharmaceuticals #API #FermentationTechnology #CannabisResearch #ResearchToMarket #IndustryAcademia #Bioprocessing #DrugDevelopment #Phytopharmaceuticals

Heartiest congratulations to Dr. Zabeer Ahmed, Director of CSIR-Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine (J&K), on taking over the additional charge as Director of CSIR-Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants (UP) w.e.f. 14 February 2026 under the aegis of Council of Scientific and Industrial Research. His dynamic leadership and vision continue to strengthen India’s scientific ecosystem, driving innovation and research excellence across institutions. We extend our best wishes for his continued success in this additional responsibility. #CSIR #CSIRIIIM #CIMAP #ScientificLeadership #ResearchExcellence #Innovation #IndiaScience #Biotech #PharmaResearch #Leadership #JammuAndKashmir #Lucknow #CSIRFamily

CSIR–IIIM Jammu in Media! 14th Feb, 2026 Industry Academia Meet (IAM 2026) concludes at CSIR-IIIM Day 2 marks roadmap for fermentation, cannabis research and bioprocess scale-up Links : Jammu Links : shorturl.at/r9OT0 CSIR, India #IAM2026 #BiotechInnovation #Pharmaceuticals #API #FermentationTechnology #CannabisResearch #ResearchToMarket #IndustryAcademia #Bioprocessing #DrugDevelopment #Phytopharmaceuticals

🚀This is Wenchang—a millennia-old town blessed with swaying coconut palms and serene coastal breezes, now rising as a new hub for China’s commercial space industry. In the coming year, may you — wherever you are in the world — be blessed with happiness and peace :)

CSIR-IIIM Jammu Celebrates World Radio Day – 13th February 2026 Today, we recognize the incredible power of radio as a medium that informs, educates, and connects people across the globe. From broadcasting knowledge to fostering communication, radio continues to be a vital tool in bringing communities closer. #WorldRadioDay #CSIRIIIM #ScienceCommunication #CSIRIndia

CSIR-IIIM Jammu in media ! IAM-2026 spotlighted science–industry collaboration to accelerate phytopharmaceutical innovation and lab-to-market translation. Hosted by CSIR-IIIM, the meet brought together researchers, industry and regulators. Chief Guest V. K. Singh stressed value-driven research for industry partnerships, while Guest of Honour C. K. Katiyar highlighted validation and regulatory clarity. Dr. Zabeer Ahmed, Director CSIR-IIIM, reaffirmed the institute’s push for clinical translation and industry linkages under the Phytopharmaceutical Mission. Link:- statetimes.in/csir-iiim-host… Link :- kashmirconvener.com/csir-iiim-host… #CSIRIIIM #IAM2026 #Phytopharmaceuticals #IndustryAcademia #BiotechInnovation #ScienceToMarket #Jammu #ViksitBharat2047

Valedictory – Yuva Kaushal Karyashala 3.0 The week-long Yuva Kaushal Karyashala 3.0 on fermentation technology concluded on a high note at CSIR-Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine, marking the culmination of intensive hands-on training in upstream and downstream bioprocessing. The day began with a briefing at the cGMP Conference Hall, followed by an educational field visit to Chatha Farm and Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Jammu during the Kisan Mela, giving participants valuable real-world exposure to agri-biotech linkages. Dr. Zabeer Ahmed, Director, CSIR-IIIM, led the valedictory session, marking the successful completion of the intensive training programme. In his closing remarks, he encouraged students to translate their skills into innovation and entrepreneurship, reaffirming institutional support for young biotech talent. The session also featured an overview of the workshop by Senior Principal Scientist Dr. Saurabh Saran and remarks by Chief Scientist Dr. Asha Chaubey, who highlighted the growing importance of fermentation technology in pharmaceuticals and industrial biotechnology. Students shared feedback on their hands-on learning experience, followed by the award ceremony and certificate distribution recognising merit and participation. #YuvaKaushalKaryashala #CSIRIIIM #FermentationTechnology #BiotechTraining #OneWeekOneLab #SkillDevelopment #StartupEcosystem #BioNEST #Jammu #Biotechnology #YoungInnovators #AtmanirbharBharat #ScienceForSociety

Day 7 | Yuva Kaushal Karyashala 3.0 at CSIR–IIIM Jammu Day 7 of Yuva Kaushal Karyashala 3.0 offered an intensive blend of expert learning and practical exposure for participating biotechnology students. The day began with a briefing and attendance session at the CGMP Conference Hall, setting the agenda for advanced fermentation training. Participants attended a focused lecture by Dr. Shifali Chib (Research Associate, FMB, CSIR-IIIM) on Kojic Acid production and its industrial and pharmaceutical applications, helping students understand its commercial relevance in biotechnology. This was followed by extended hands-on downstream processing sessions, where students worked on fermented broth processing, crude product extraction, purification techniques, yield calculation, and process evaluation under the guidance of the Fermentation & Microbial Biotechnology Division. These practical modules provided real lab exposure to industrial bioprocess workflows. The day concluded with Hackathon 6.0 and report submissions, encouraging analytical thinking, teamwork, and solution-driven approaches to fermentation challenges. The activities reinforced concepts of process optimization and product recovery in real-world biotech settings. #CSIRIIIM #YuvaKaushalKaryashala #FermentationTraining #BiotechSkills #DownstreamProcessing #Bioprocessing #HandsOnTraining #BiotechnologyStudents #SkillDevelopment #InnovationIndia #StartupEcosystem #LifeSciences #AtmanirbharBharat #ViksitBharat2047 #JammuAndKashmir #IndiaScience #YoungResearchers

CSIR-IIIM, Jammu hosted the Industry–Academia Meet (IAM-2026), bringing together scientists, industry leaders and regulators to advance phytopharmaceutical innovation and lab-to-market partnerships. The inaugural session was graced by Chief Guest Padma Shri Prof. V.K. Singh, Guest of Honour Dr. C.K. Katiyar, and Director CSIR-IIIM Dr. Zabeer Ahmed, whose insights highlighted the importance of translational research, regulatory clarity and industry collaboration in natural product drug discovery. Day 1 featured expert lectures, knowledge-sharing sessions and dialogue on sustainable sourcing, quality validation, regulatory pathways and innovation-driven partnerships, setting a strong foundation for impactful collaborations. The event also witnessed the signing of MoUs with industry partners to strengthen collaborative research and accelerate clinical translation. #CSIRIIIM #IAM2026 #Phytopharmaceuticals #BiotechInnovation #LabToMarket #ViksitBharat2047

CSIR–IIIM Jammu is set to host the Industry–Academia Meet 2026 (IAM-2026) on Feb 12–13, bringing together leaders from industry, academia, and regulatory bodies to drive innovation in pharmaceuticals and biotechnology. With expert sessions on phytopharmaceuticals, fermentation technologies, APIs, and regulatory frameworks, the meet aims to strengthen industry–academia collaboration and accelerate market-ready innovations aligned with Viksit Bharat@2047 and Atmanirbhar Bharat. #CSIRIIIM #IAM2026 #IndustryAcademia #Biotechnology #PharmaInnovation #ResearchCollaboration #DrugDiscovery #Phytopharmaceuticals #FermentationTechnology #API #Nutraceuticals #MakeInIndia #AtmanirbharBharat #ViksitBharat2047

On February 9, 2026, a major step forward for biotech innovation! J&K Science & Technology Commissioner Secretary Dr. Shahid Iqbal Choudhary and CSIR-IIIM Director Dr. Zabeer Ahmed jointly reviewed the progress of the Industrial Biotech Park (IBTP), Ghatti. With state-of-the-art facilities, incubation support through BioNEST, and skill development initiatives like Yuva Kaushal Karyashala 3.0, the park is empowering startups and researchers to take innovative biotech solutions from lab to market. #CSIRIIIM #IBTPKathua #BiotechInnovation #Startups #Entrepreneurship #SkillDevelopment #Phytopharma #LabToMarket #WomenInSTEM #ScienceAndTechnology #BioEconomy #JammuKashmir #ResearchAndInnovation #FutureOfBiotech @listenshahid @jkstic_

Glimpses of #IISF2025 reflected powerful sessions, groundbreaking exhibits, and the vibrant spirit of scientific curiosity lighting up the festival.

Here is India’s ambitious plan to send one human deep sea submersible, providentially around the same time when preparations are in final stage to send a human into the Space. Meet #Matsya6000,India’s first indigenously developed human deep sea submersible, showcased by Ministry of Earth Sciences #MoES at #IISF2025 . With a target for its first 500 m manned dive by 2026 and 6000 m 2027, Matsya 6000 will put India among the few nations with ultra deep sea exploration capability.

#NationalStartUpDay observed by CSIR–IIIM, #Jammu, with a StartUp City Camp organised by BioNest Bio incubation Centre. With Director IIIM Jammu, Dr Zabeer Ahmed, the faculty and students.

CSIR–IIIM Aroma Mission | Farmer Outreach Initiative Under the CSIR–IIIM Aroma Mission, a total of 22,600 aromatic plants were distributed on 20 January 2026 to promote cultivation of high-value aromatic crops in the Jammu region. The distribution included 13,300 lavender plants and 9,300 rosemary plants, which were provided to 6 progressive farmers from the districts of Reasi and Udhampur. Farmers were sensitized on scientific cultivation practices, agronomic management, and the economic potential of lavender and rosemary under local agro-climatic conditions. The initiative aims to enhance farmer income, encourage alternative livelihood options, and strengthen rural entrepreneurship through aromatic and medicinal plant cultivation. #CSIRIIIMJammu #AromaMission #LavenderCultivation #Rosemary #22600Plants #FarmerEmpowerment #SustainableAgriculture #RuralDevelopment #MedicinalAndAromaticPlants #JammuAndKashmir #CSIR

#Udhampur #Kaladi: Discussed with  Director "Central Food Technology Research Institute" (CSIR-CFTRI), Mysuru, Dr. Giridhar Parvatam the options and possible methodologies to upscale "Kaladi", the GI-tagged traditional dairy product from Udhampur district in Jammu & Kashmir, for wider food applications and recipes, while strictly preserving its original flavour, texture, and nutritional identity. It is the same institute that recently developed successful technology to upscale Millet which is now being offered in different recipes by the popular McDonald's outlets. The limited shelf life is the biggest constraint in expanding "Kaladi" beyond local markets and therefore, improving shelf life through scientific validation, proper packaging, and processing, without altering its core properties, is essential for marketability and export potential. The wide scope for food recipe diversification, including fresh consumption, functional forms and alternative culinary applications can be tried, provided the traditional milky flavour, mouthfeel, and stretchable texture of Kaladi are retained.