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The CSIR-National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (NIScPR), located in New Delhi, has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Institute of Advanced Studies (NIAS) in Bengaluru. This collaboration, formalized on May 25, 2026, aims to amplify efforts in science communication, public engagement, and S&
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The CSIR-National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (NIScPR) in New Delhi and the National Institute of Advanced Studies (NIAS) in Bengaluru have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on May 25, 2026. This agreement aims to enhance collaboration in science communication and policy research, focusing on joint research,
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The Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), under the Ministry of Science & Technology, is advancing efforts to integrate scientific research with societal needs through new initiatives such as the SARAL AI platform. This AI-based tool will convert complex research publications into easily understandable social media content in 18 Indian languages.
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The CSIR–National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (NIScPR) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Science City of Andhra Pradesh to enhance science communication and collaborative research in Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) policy. The partnership aims to promote evidence-based policymaking, improve public science literacy,
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The CSIR-National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (NIScPR) conducted a National Capacity Building Workshop in collaboration with the ICMR-National Institute of Traditional Medicine (NITM). Held at NITM, Belagavi, the workshop focused on "Traditional medicine: Documentation, validation and Communication" with the aim to enhance visibility and integration
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The CSIR-National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research and the Indian National Science Academy jointly held a workshop at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, to discuss innovative methods for science communication. Eminent speakers and 150 students attended the sessions focused on bridging the gap between scientific research and society. Source:
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The Third Technical Hindi Symposium "Abhyuday-3" was organised by CSIR-NIScPR, IIT Indore, and IIT Jodhpur to promote the use of Technical Hindi and facilitate the outreach of science and technology to broader society. The symposium featured 25 research papers focusing on innovations in science and their societal impacts,
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The Vigyanika: Science Literature Festival 2025, held on December 8-9, successfully highlighted the importance of science communication through literature, art, and Indian languages. Organized by CSIR–NIScPR and partners as part of the India International Science Festival, Vigyanika brought together noted science communicators to discuss innovative strategies in engaging the
IISF 2025
The Curtain Raiser for the India International Science Festival (IISF) 2025 took place at CSIR-NIScPR in New Delhi, organized by CSIR-NIScPR and CSIR-NPL. The event featured key addresses highlighting the festival's vision, the role of science in national development, and the significance of Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas. Engaging presentations
Science Communication
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh emphasizes the need for a storytelling approach in science communication during a brainstorming session on effective government communication. The session aimed to improve public communication strategies, ensuring messages across ministries are aligned and impactful. The Minister urged departments to adopt a whole-of-government approach and leverage
Science Communication
The National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (CSIR-NIScPR) and CSIR-IHBT organized a two-day workshop titled 'Communicate to Connect: Science for All' in Palampur. The event focused on enhancing science outreach and communication strategies, featuring discussions on misinformation, the role of scientists, and the importance of two-way
Indian Knowledge Systems
The CSIR-National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research organized a national workshop for teachers on the communication and dissemination of Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) on October 16, 2025, at Maharshi Dayanand University, Rohtak. The workshop, part of the SVASTIK initiative, aimed to promote scientifically validated traditional knowledge. Over 100