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The Department of Atomic Energy has disclosed details regarding the contributions and outcomes of the Raja Ramanna Chair (RRC) Scheme in a recent parliamentary reply. Currently, 50 RRC positions have been sanctioned, with 25 active and 9 completed. Comprehensive research and policy framing activities associated with these positions have resulted
Earth System Sciences Council
The Ministry of Earth Sciences held its first General Body meeting of the Earth System Sciences Council (ESSC), chaired by Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh. The meeting focused on merging five autonomous institutes into a unified governance structure to enhance efficiency and public outreach. Dr. Singh emphasized the importance of
scientific research
The Indian government has significantly increased its budget allocation for scientific research over the past five years, with a total budget of ₹65,307.27 crore for 2025-26. Key scientific agencies such as the Department of Science & Technology (DST) and the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) have seen substantial
Research and Development
The Ministry of Science and Technology is funding over 285 ongoing research and development projects in Gujarat through its departments, with a total allocation of more than Rs. 603 crore over the last five years. These projects span various scientific fields including Physical, Chemical, Biological, Earth Sciences, Mathematics, Engineering, Agricultural,