On 9th May 2026, the IAEC (Institutional Animal Ethics Committee) meeting was successfully held at the Ibn Sina Auditorium, RRIUM Srinagar. The meeting commenced with a warm welcome address by the Chairperson, Dr. Irfata Ara, Deputy Director, RRIUM Srinagar, who welcomed all committee members, researchers, and participants and highlighted the significance of ethical, scientifically robust, and responsible research practices.