CSIR
The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) and the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) held a high-level brainstorming meeting in New Delhi to enhance collaboration and develop a joint health research roadmap. Key discussions included ongoing initiatives, wastewater surveillance, drug development, and opportunities for young researchers. The meeting
health research
The Department of Health Research (DHR) and the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) successfully completed Special Campaign 5.0, achieving 100% resolution of public grievances and generating ₹27 lakh in revenue. The campaign focused on cleanliness, record management, and expediting pending matters, resulting in the release of 10,500
health research
Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare, Smt. Anupriya Patel, inaugurated the National Virus Research & Diagnostic Laboratory (VRDL) Conclave 2025, highlighting India's advancements in health research and diagnostics. The event emphasized the role of VRDLs in disease detection and response, the launch of a new
health research
Representatives from Bhutan, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Timor-Leste, and India convened in New Delhi to strengthen health research systems through collaboration. The meeting focused on aligning health research with policy, addressing regional health priorities, and building sustainable health systems. Key areas of cooperation include One Health, pandemic preparedness, and medical innovation.
Shivraj Singh Chouhan
Union Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan addressed the 'Karmchari Sankalp Sammelan' in Delhi, urging employees of the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare and Ministry of Rural Development to contribute positively to nation-building and maintain a work-life balance. Concurrently, a two-day regional meeting on health research was inaugurated
health research
The Department of Health Research (DHR) and the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) hosted a two-day regional meeting focused on health research and innovations in public health, attended by representatives from Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, and Timor-Leste. The meeting aimed to strengthen health research systems, promote cross-border collaboration, and
ICMR
The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) organized the S.H.I.N.E. initiative, a nationwide outreach program aimed at igniting scientific curiosity among students. Over 13,000 students from grades 9-12 participated in interactive activities across various ICMR institutes, including laboratory tours and research exhibitions. The initiative aligns
National Biobank
Dr. Jitendra Singh inaugurated the Phenome India 'National Biobank' at CSIR-IGIB, marking a significant step towards creating a longitudinal health database in India. The Biobank aims to collect genomic, lifestyle, and clinical data from 10,000 individuals, facilitating personalized treatment regimens and aiding in the fight against complex