IISF 2025
Dr. Jitendra Singh announced the India International Science Festival (IISF) 2025, set to take place from December 6-9 at Panjab University, Chandigarh. The festival, themed 'Vigyan Se Samriddhi – Science to Prosperity', aims to showcase India's scientific achievements and promote public participation in science. It will focus
Ministry of Coal
The Ministry of Coal, under Special Campaign 5.0, has made significant strides in promoting cleanliness, efficiency, and sustainability within the coal sector. From October 2 to 31, 2025, 802 sites were cleaned, covering over 4 million square feet, and 4,763 MT of scrap was disposed of, generating Rs.
UIDAI
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has introduced the Scheme for Innovation and Technology Association with Aadhaar (SITAA) to foster collaboration among startups, academia, and industry in enhancing digital identity security. The initiative aims to develop advanced biometric technologies and solutions to combat deepfakes, spoofing, and other security threats.
Chemical Industry
Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal, emphasized the potential of the chemicals and petrochemical industry to drive technology and innovation in India during the 7th Indian Chemicals and Petrochemicals Conference. He highlighted the government's commitment to balanced growth, the importance of integrating with global markets,
CSIR–NIIST
At the Golden Jubilee celebration of CSIR–NIIST in Thiruvananthapuram, Science Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh emphasized the institute's role in transforming India into an innovation-driven economy. He highlighted key achievements, including advancements in biotechnology and sustainable technologies, and called for greater collaboration between government, industry, and academia. The
RDI Fund
The Executive Council of the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) has approved the establishment of a Special Purpose Fund (SPF) for the Research Development and Innovation (RDI) Fund, aimed at enhancing private sector participation in research and innovation. This initiative, backed by a ₹1 Lakh crore corpus, will channel funds
India-UK partnership
India and the UK have launched the India-UK Connectivity and Innovation Centre, committing £24 million to enhance telecommunications through research and innovation. The Centre aims to drive advancements in AI, non-terrestrial networks, and cybersecurity, fostering commercial opportunities and collaboration between the two nations over the next four years. Source: Original
Women in Tech
During a special session at IMC 2025, Delhi's Chief Minister Smt. Rekha Gupta emphasized the importance of empowering women in technology. She called for a stronger ecosystem for mentorship and entrepreneurship, highlighting the government's commitment to self-reliance in tech sectors. Gupta celebrated women's contributions
Digital Communication
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) of India launched the ‘Digital Communication Theme’ for the Emerging Science Technology and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) 2025, marking a significant step towards establishing India as a leader in 6G technology. The event featured prominent speakers and emphasized the importance of collaboration and innovation in shaping
Fintech Fest
In his address at the 6th Global Fintech Fest in Mumbai, Prime Minister highlighted India's advancements in digital technology and financial inclusion. He emphasized the importance of partnerships, particularly with the UK, to enhance global financial landscapes. The PM discussed India's digital infrastructure, including the Unified
Biomedical Research
The Indian government has approved Phase III of the Biomedical Research Career Programme (BRCP), with a budget of ₹1500 crore, aimed at training over 2,000 researchers and promoting high-impact biomedical research. The initiative emphasizes support for women scientists and aims to enhance India's global standing in biomedical
Telecom Vision
Union Minister of Communications, Shri Jyotiraditya Scindia, led discussions at the India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2025, emphasizing India's ambition to become a global telecom manufacturing powerhouse. The event showcased public-private partnerships aimed at fostering innovation, with a focus on domestic manufacturing and a strategic framework of 'Design