NITI Aayog
NITI Aayog has released a comprehensive report titled 'Pathways to Progress: Analysis and Insights into India’s Innovation Story', detailing India's advancements in science, technology, and innovation. The report highlights achievements, challenges, and opportunities for India to strengthen its global innovation position. Key figures emphasized the
Science and Technology
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh chaired a high-level review meeting of Science Secretaries at Kartavya Bhavan, focusing on boosting startups, preparations for the Indian International Science Festival (IISF), and the Emerging Science, Technology & Innovation Conclave (ESTIC). He emphasized the importance of biotechnology and the Bio-E3 policy, while reviewing the
INSPIRE Scheme
The INSPIRE Scheme by the Department of Science and Technology aims to attract talented youth to pursue careers in basic and applied sciences. It offers scholarships for higher education, fellowships for M.Sc. rank holders, and faculty fellowships for post-doctoral researchers. The scheme supports over 49,000 scholars and has
Indian researchers
The Indian Government is actively working to retain and attract skilled researchers by implementing various initiatives aimed at encouraging the return of scientists from abroad. Programs like the Anusandhan National Research Foundation, Ramanujan Fellowship, and DBT-Ramalingaswami Re-entry Fellowship have successfully facilitated the return of over 1,000 researchers in recent
Narendra Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi engaged in a significant discussion with astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, covering topics such as Shukla's space experiences, advancements in Indian science and technology, and the Gaganyaan human spaceflight program. Modi expressed national pride in Shukla's achievements through a post on social media. Source:
India-EU collaboration
The second ministerial-level meeting of the India–EU Trade and Technology Council (TTC) held on February 28, 2025, in New Delhi, focused on enhancing collaboration in science, technology, and innovation. Key areas of cooperation include clean energy, artificial intelligence, telecom standardization, biotechnology, and climate research. The EU's €500
R&D investment
The Ministry of Science and Technology reported that India's Gross Expenditure on Research and Development (GERD) as a percentage of GDP has remained between 0.6% to 0.7%, which is below the global average. Despite a significant increase in GERD from Rs. 60,196.75 crore in
VigyanDhara
The VigyanDhara scheme, effective from January 16, 2025, merges three previous schemes to enhance science and technology capacity in India. It supports 36 Technology Business Incubators (TBIs) and has funded 72 startups. The scheme has allocated Rs. 1755.75 crore, with Rs. 1183.57 crore utilized so far. Beneficiaries are
VAJRA Scheme
The Ministry of Science and Technology provided a detailed report on the implementation status of the VAJRA scheme, highlighting the number of projects sanctioned across various states from 2017 to 2026, categorized by year and gender of the participating faculties. The report indicates a total of 43 projects sanctioned in
Science and Technology
The Ministry of Science and Technology is implementing various programs to ensure equal participation of OBCs, SCs, and STs in scientific research and technology development. Key initiatives include the Scheduled Caste Sub Plan (SCSP) and Tribal Sub Plan (TSP), which focus on socio-economic development through science and technology interventions. Programs
India
Philippines Science Minister Dr. Renato U. Solidum Jr. met with India's Science Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh to discuss the newly signed Programme of Cooperation (PoC) for 2025-2028. The meeting focused on enhancing collaboration in geo-spatial technologies and the blue economy, with an emphasis on disaster management and environmental
SEED Division
The Department of Science and Technology (DST) through its SEED Division has supported 214 projects aimed at socio-economic development for disadvantaged communities including Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Women, Economically Weaker Sections, Divyangjan, and the elderly. These projects focus on agriculture, health, clean energy, and skill development, leading to improved livelihoods