news

NEST Cluster Launches in North East India to Boost Innovation and Skills

Official Press

04 Feb 2026

The North Eastern Science & Technology Cluster (NEST) has been established in India with a five-year plan, sanctioned at ₹22.98 crore. Administered by the Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati, the initiative aims to promote research and skill development through four focus areas: innovation in grassroots technologies, semiconductor and AI tech, bamboo-based technology, and biodegradable plastics. The project will use a hub-and-spoke model to connect academia, industry, and government agencies across the region.

Source: Original Link

India Achieves Key Milestones in Deep Ocean Mission

The Indian Ministry of Earth Sciences has announced significant progress in the Deep Ocean Mission, including the development of the MATSY-6000 submersible and the successful prediction of extreme sea levels in the Indian subcontinent. This mission, part of India's Blue Economy vision, focuses on deep-sea exploration, climate change

Enhanced Weather Forecasting in Karnataka Achieves Notable Improvements

The Ministry of Earth Sciences reported significant advancements in India's weather forecasting system, particularly for Karnataka, showing a 30-40% increase in accuracy over the past decade. Doppler Weather Radars, advanced forecasting techniques, and initiatives like Gram Panchayat Level Weather Forecasting have bolstered efforts to provide effective climate services,

IMD Enhances Weather Forecasting Services for Indian Farmers

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has upgraded its weather forecasting services available to farmers across India by leveraging digital and communication technologies. These upgrades, highlighted by Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh in the Lok Sabha, include the dissemination of weather forecasts through mobile apps and IT platforms. More than 21

Ministry of Electronics & IT: Massive Deactivation of Aadhaar Numbers to Combat Identity Fraud

The Ministry of Electronics & IT underlines its move to deactivate over 25 million Aadhaar numbers associated with deceased individuals as a vital strategy to eliminate identity fraud and unauthorized use. This initiative is part of a larger cleanup effort to maintain Aadhaar's integrity and accuracy. Various technological

Read more

India Achieves Key Milestones in Deep Ocean Mission

Enhanced Weather Forecasting in Karnataka Achieves Notable Improvements

IMD Enhances Weather Forecasting Services for Indian Farmers

Ministry of Electronics & IT: Massive Deactivation of Aadhaar Numbers to Combat Identity Fraud