The Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research and CRISPRBITS have signed a Letter of Intent to establish the Centre of Excellence for CRISPR Innovation and Translation (CoE-CIT) in India. This collaboration aims to accelerate the development of CRISPR technology for clinical use, bridging the gap between laboratory research and medical applications.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro and engaged in discussions on global governance reforms, peace and security, and the role of Artificial Intelligence. Modi emphasized reforming global institutions to address 21st century challenges, the urgent need for UN Security Council reform, and collaborative
National Voters' Day is celebrated in India annually on January 25th to honor voters and bolster democratic values. For 2026, the theme is "My India, My Vote", emphasizing citizen-centric electoral processes. The Election Commission of India, marking its foundation on January 25, 1950, has introduced various reforms
On National Girl Child Day, India's Minister of Women and Child Development, Smt. Annapurna Devi, emphasized the importance of education, safety, and equal rights for girls, underlining the government's commitment to their empowerment and development. Source: Original Link
Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, inaugurated the capacity augmentation works for the Vizhinjam International Seaport in Kerala. The expansion includes Phases II, III, and IV of construction, designed to significantly boost India's container transshipment capacity and efficiency. The project aims to enable the port