Dr. Jitendra Singh

July 27, 2026 10:30 AM

Govt to introduce Public Examinations Amendment Bill with tougher anti-paper leak measures

The Union government will introduce the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026 in Parliament on Monday to further strengthen the legal framework against paper leaks and examination-related malpractices. Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh will table the Bill, which seeks to amend the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024. A government notification for its introduction has already been issued. The proposed legislation aims to enhance transparenc...

June 15, 2026 7:45 PM

India’s bio economy grows from $10 billion to 190 billion in 12 years: Dr Jitendra Singh

India’s science, technology and innovation landscape has undergone an unprecedented transformation, with a twenty-fold expansion of the bioeconomy to over $190 billion from nearly $10 billion in 2014, Union MoS Science & Technology, Earth Sciences Dr Jitendra Singh, said on Monday. India has a target of reaching $300 billion by 2030, he said, adding that the country has emerged as a global biotechnology hub through indigenous innovations in healthcare, genomics, diagnostics and biopharmac...

June 11, 2026 6:54 PM

India’s Space Sector Poised for Rapid Growth with Industry Support: Jitendra Singh

Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology and Earth Sciences, Dr. Jitendra Singh, on Thursday called upon industry leaders to significantly scale up investments in India's space sector, saying stronger participation from established industries is essential to accelerate the development of globally competitive indigenous technologies and reduce dependence on external sources. Addressing the 10th IN-SPACe Industry Connect, the Minister said India's start-up ecosystem...

June 1, 2026 9:37 PM

Govt launches Rs 200 crore MAHA Water Mission to support startups

The Anusandhan National Research Foundation and the Ministry of Jal Shakti will jointly run a MAHA Water Mission, a Rs 200 crore programme launched on Monday, to support startups in the water sector. Dr Jitendra Singh, Union MoS for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences launched the mission which will provide up to Rs 20 crore to selected multidisciplinary consortia. The funds can be used for technology development, field assessment, validation and deployment of high‑impact water solu...

April 26, 2026 4:10 PM

India’s Space Ecosystem Expands as Private Investment Crosses $600 Million: Jitendra Singh

Union Minister Jitendra Singh on Sunday reviewed plans to establish space laboratories in universities and colleges across India, with seven such labs proposed in the first phase to provide hands-on training in satellite systems, rocketry and mission design. The initiative aims to build a strong pipeline of skilled youth for India’s expanding space sector, which has attracted over USD 600 million in private investment over the past five years following reforms that opened the sector to non-go...

April 25, 2026 2:56 PM

India-Netherlands ties strengthen on back of water, agriculture and tech collaboration: Dr Jitendra Singh

Strong collaboration in water management, agriculture and technology sectors is driving the growing partnership between India and the Netherlands, Union Minister of State Dr. Jitendra Singh said on Friday. Speaking at the celebration of the Netherlands’ National Day, King's Day, held at the Dutch Embassy in the national capital, the minister highlighted that the bilateral relationship between India and Netherlands continues to evolve into a stronger strategic partnership despite changing glob...

March 22, 2026 1:36 PM

India on path to become global pharma and MedTech powerhouse, says Jitendra Singh

Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh on Saturday said that India is steadily evolving into a robust pharmaceutical economy, which could become a significant contributor to the country’s overall GDP. Addressing a 'Healthcare Summit' here, the minister stated that the nation’s pharmaceutical, medtech, and manufacturing ecosystem is positioning India as a key global manufacturing hub—particularly in high-quality, affordable healthcare solutions. He noted that the discussions revolved around tw...

March 17, 2026 8:34 PM

India aligning growth with climate goals, says Jitendra Singh

India, with its population of 1.4 billion, holds a decisive role in the global transition towards a greener future, Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh said on Tuesday, highlighting that green infrastructure will be central to the country’s future economic growth. Addressing the 10th Sustainable Business Futures Summit 2026, the Minister said India’s scale presents both a responsibility and an opportunity to emerge as a major global driver of sustainable development powered by green technologi...

March 5, 2026 2:30 PM

Technology and AI transforming healthcare sector, says Dr Jitendra Singh

Union Minister of State for Science and Technology, Dr Jitendra Singh, on Thursday, presented awards to 26 young medical professionals from across the country for their work in various medical specialities. The awards were presented at a healthcare conclave organised by a media house, where doctors were recognised for their contributions in fields such as oncology, paediatrics, endocrinology, orthopaedics and emergency medicine. Addressing the gathering, Dr Jitendra Singh said recognising doct...

February 25, 2026 12:18 PM

Biotechnology to power next industrial revolution; India targets $1 trillion bioeconomy by 2047: Dr Jitendra Singh

Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology Jitendra Singh on Tuesday said biotechnology will drive the next industrial revolution, as India steadily moves towards building a USD 1 trillion bioeconomy by 2047. Addressing the 40th Foundation Day celebrations of the Department of Biotechnology (DBT) in New Delhi, the Minister launched “SUJVIKA”, an AI-driven biotech product data portal developed in collaboration with industry body ABLE. Singh said India has ensure...