Ministry of Earth Sciences

September 17, 2026 10:04 AM

Ministry of Earth Sciences records impressive progress under SCDPM 5.0

The Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) and its institutes have made significant progress in cleanliness, space optimisation, scrap disposal and grievance redressal under the fifth edition of the Special Campaign for Disposal of Pending Matters (SCDPM 5.0). As part of the campaign, the Ministry conducted 20 cleanliness drives across 10 offices and institutes between December 2025 and August 2026, resulting in the freeing up of 54,815 square feet of office space for more productive use. The Minis...

September 8, 2026 11:27 PM

India steps up deep-sea mining push to secure critical minerals and strengthen Blue Economy

India is stepping up efforts to develop deep-sea mining capabilities as part of its strategy to secure critical mineral supplies and strengthen its position in the emerging Blue Economy. The Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) and the National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT), in association with knowledge partner EY and NITI Aayog, organised a high-level industry outreach workshop on “Deep Sea Mining - Business Opportunities and Strategic Importance” at the Dr Ambedkar International Cent...

August 5, 2026 5:47 PM

El Nino likely to persist till February 2027, monsoon impact depends on multiple climate factors: Jitendra Singh

Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology and Earth Sciences Dr. Jitendra Singh on Wednesday informed the Lok Sabha that El Niño conditions, which developed in May 2026, are likely to persist until February 2027, according to the latest assessment by the Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS). However, he clarified that the phenomenon alone does not determine the performance of the Indian monsoon, as several other climate systems also infl...

July 29, 2026 1:56 PM

NCCR finds no major microplastic pollution hotspots along Gulf of Mannar, Thoothukudi coast

The National Centre for Coastal Research (NCCR) has not identified any major microplastic pollution hotspots along the Gulf of Mannar and the Thoothukudi coast, with both regions classified as "moderately clean" under its Clean Coast Index (CCI), the government informed Parliament on Wednesday. The Ministry of Earth Sciences said NCCR monitors microplastics, mesoplastics, macroplastics and marine litter at selected locations along the Indian coastline, including Thoothukudi and the Gulf of Mann...

June 22, 2026 12:28 AM

Ministry of Earth Sciences, IMD mark International Yoga Day with focus on healthy ageing and well-being

The Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) and the India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Sunday celebrated the 12th International Day of Yoga at Mausam Bhawan in New Delhi, reinforcing the importance of holistic health, mindfulness and healthy ageing through the practice of yoga. Held under the theme “Yoga for Healthy Ageing,” the event brought together officials and staff members of the Ministry and IMD, who participated in yoga sessions and wellness activities aimed at promoting physical fi...

April 29, 2026 7:07 PM

India expanded doppler radar network by over 250% since 2014, boosting forecast accuracy: Jitendra Singh

India has significantly strengthened its weather forecasting capabilities, with the Doppler Weather Radar (DWR) network expanding from 14 units in 2014 to 50 currently - an increase of over 250 per cent, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology and Earth Sciences Dr. Jitendra Singh said on Wednesday. Addressing the media after inaugurating a weather radar-themed selfie point at the India Meteorological Department (IMD) headquarters in New Delhi, the minister sai...

February 19, 2026 12:49 PM

Ministry of Earth Sciences highlights AI’s role in strengthening ocean governance at India AI Impact Summit 2026

The Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) on Thursday led a high-level discussion on leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) for sustainable ocean management and Blue Economy growth during the India AI Impact Summit 2026 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. The panel discussion, titled “AI for Our Oceans of Tomorrow: Data, Models and Governance,” brought together senior government officials, international representatives, scientists, industry leaders, start-ups and financial experts to explore how ...

December 31, 2025 8:12 PM

Hindi is not merely a language but an expression of national unity, says Dr Jitendra Singh

A meeting of the Hindi Advisory Committee of the Ministry of Earth Sciences was held on Wednesday at Prithvi Bhavan in New Delhi under the chairmanship of Union Minister Jitendra Singh. The meeting focused on promoting wider dissemination of scientific knowledge in Hindi, enhancing public participation, and strengthening the spirit of national integration. Addressing the gathering, Dr Jitendra Singh said that Hindi is not merely a language but a powerful medium of national unity and inclusive ...

January 1, 2026 4:43 PM

Year-ender 2025: Ministry of Earth Sciences’ landmark year of discoveries

From probing the deepest reaches of the ocean to delivering sharper weather forecasts that safeguard livelihoods, 2025 has emerged as a defining year for India’s Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES). A series of scientific firsts, technological breakthroughs and people-centric initiatives have not only expanded India’s research frontiers but also delivered measurable economic and social impact. As outlined in the Ministry’s year-end review, the past year saw ambitious scientific blueprints t...

July 22, 2024 4:20 PM

India to seek licences to scout Pacific Ocean for critical minerals

India will apply for licences to explore for deep-sea minerals in the Pacific Ocean as it competes to secure supplies of minerals critical for energy transition technologies, a top government scientist told Reuters. The UN-backed International Seabed Authority (ISA) has issued 31 deep-sea exploration licences, including two for India in the Indian Ocean, but is yet to allow mining because the 36-member body is still working on regulations. The 36-member ISA council is meeting in Jamaica this m...