R&D
The Third Regional Consultative Meeting on 'Ease of Doing Research & Development (R&D)' was held at IIT Jammu on July 14-15, 2025, organized by NITI Aayog. The meeting aimed to address bottlenecks in India's R&D ecosystem, featuring discussions on governance reform, translational
National Startup Awards
The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has announced the opening of applications for the fifth edition of the National Startup Awards (NSA), aimed at recognizing startups that drive innovation and inclusive growth in India. The awards, part of the Startup India initiative, evaluate startups based on commercial success, social impact,
NEP 2020
The Ministry of Education held a two-day Vice Chancellors Conference in Kevadia, Gujarat, focusing on the strategic alignment with NEP 2020. Key discussions included enhancing women's participation in higher education, integrating technology in education, and promoting multilingualism. The conference emphasized the need for universities to prepare strategy papers
Sustainability
In his address at the 19th CII-ITC Sustainability Awards, the Vice President emphasized the importance of sustainability in corporate practices, highlighting India's potential as a leader in sustainable development. He urged the private sector to embrace its role in national growth and called for a collaborative approach between
Vice President
In a recent address at the CII-ITC Sustainability Awards, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar emphasized the need for the private sector to champion gender and caste diversity in leadership roles. He called for the industry to act as a co-architect of India's future, highlighting the importance of sustainable development
Bharat 6G Alliance
Union Minister Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia reviewed the Bharat 6G Alliance's progress, emphasizing the government's commitment to next-gen communication technologies. The Alliance aims to position India as a global leader in 6G by 2030, with a focus on indigenous technology and innovation. Presentations highlighted advancements in
NITI Aayog
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh launched the NITI Aayog's roadmap aimed at strengthening State Science and Technology Councils, emphasizing the importance of science and technology as a key driver for India's economic growth. He urged states to align their scientific efforts with the national vision of
NITI Aayog
NITI Aayog has unveiled a strategic report aimed at empowering State Science and Technology (S&T) Councils in India. The report emphasizes the need for decentralized innovation, enhanced leadership, and collaboration between state governments and industries. Key figures, including Vice Chairman Shri Suman Bery and Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh,
Bengaluru
Union Minister Jyotiraditya M. Scindia inaugurated the VTU-VRIF-TCOE Hub and Spoke Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru, aimed at fostering innovation in emerging technologies like 5G/6G, AI, and quantum computing. The initiative involves over 20 startups and 30 academic institutions, targeting to equip over 400,000 students with future-ready skills.
Animal Husbandry
The Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying organized a workshop in New Delhi to discuss strategies for modernizing India's animal husbandry sector, which contributes 30.7% to the agricultural GVA. The event, chaired by Secretary Alka Upadhyaya, focused on enhancing productivity and quality through technology and innovation, while
India
Lok Sabha Speaker Shri Om Birla emphasized India's healthcare system as qualitative, accessible, and affordable during the 7th Annual International Conference of the Innovative Physicians Forum in New Delhi. He highlighted advancements in medical infrastructure, digital health technologies, and the country's role as a global hub
Toy Industry
India's toy industry has transformed from being import-dependent to exporting to 153 countries, thanks to government support, quality standards, and a large domestic market. Union Minister Piyush Goyal emphasized the need for innovation in design and branding to capture the global market. The government plans to introduce a