Science and Technology

October 8, 2026 7:10 PM

Private Participation in Space Sector Opens New Avenues for Young Talent, Helps Curb Brain Drain: Dr Jitendra Singh

The opening of India’s space sector to private players has helped reduce the need for young scientific and technical talent to look abroad for employment while creating new opportunities within the country, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology and Earth Sciences and MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh, said on Thursday. The Minister said the emergence of private space startups, including Skyroot, h...

October 6, 2026 6:22 PM

Switzerland Sees India as Emerging Global R&D Power, Earmarks CHF 45 Million for Science and Technology Partnership

Swiss President Guy Parmelin on Tuesday described India as a rapidly emerging global research and development power and reaffirmed Switzerland’s commitment to a long-term partnership with India in education, research and innovation. During a bilateral meeting with Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology and Earth Sciences, Dr. Jitendra Singh, in New Delhi, Parmelin said Switzerland had earmarked an additional CHF 45 million for the science and technology partne...

October 5, 2026 11:59 PM

President Murmu Hosts Swiss President Guy Parmelin, Two Leaders Call for Closer Cooperation

President Droupadi Murmu received President of the Swiss Confederation Guy Parmelin at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Monday and hosted a banquet in his honour, with the two leaders agreeing that close cooperation between India and Switzerland can bring immense benefits to the people of both countries. Welcoming President Parmelin to India, President Murmu said India and Switzerland enjoy warm and cordial relations based on shared values of democracy and the rule of law, with extensive cooperation in ar...

September 22, 2026 5:57 PM

India-EU partnership opens new avenues in AI, quantum tech and semiconductors: Jitendra Singh

Union Minister of State for Science and Technology Dr Jitendra Singh on Tuesday held discussions with a delegation of the European Parliament Committee on Industry, Research and Energy (ITRE) on the effective implementation of the India-EU Free Trade Agreement and deeper cooperation in science, technology, research and critical and emerging technologies. The delegation, led by Angelika Winzig, MEP from Austria, and Raffaele Stancanelli, held discussions with the Minister on strengthening the In...

July 18, 2026 9:11 AM

Science-led roadmap proposed for sustainable development of Kargil

Scientists, policymakers, academicians and local stakeholders came together in Kargil to identify science and technology interventions for the region's sustainable and inclusive development, with a focus on agriculture, food processing, renewable energy and rural entrepreneurship. The one-day meet on "Science, Technology, and Innovation Need Identification for Sustainable Development of Kargil" was organised on July 15 by the CSIR-National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research ...

January 2, 2026 12:28 PM

DST sets up 15 inclusive technology business incubators to expand innovation beyond metros

The Department of Science and Technology (DST) has established 15 Inclusive Technology Business Incubators (i-TBIs) across universities and higher educational institutions in different parts of the country to democratise innovation and entrepreneurship beyond metropolitan centres, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology Jitendra Singh said on Thursday. Singh visited Delhi Technological University (DTU) in the national capital, where he reviewed the functioning of...

December 5, 2025 8:22 PM

India and Russia aim to boost collaboration in science, technology, and innovation

India and Russia on Friday reaffirmed their commitment to expanding cooperation in space, science, and technology, underlining the strategic significance of their Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership. In a joint statement after the 23rd India–Russia Annual Summit, the two countries highlighted ongoing cooperation between the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and the Russian State Space Corporation Roscosmos for peaceful use of outer space. The partnership covers human spacefli...

November 18, 2025 8:50 PM

‘Space’ will ensure global space for India as a frontline nation: Dr. Jitendra Singh

Union Minister of Science and Technology Dr. Jitendra Singh on Tuesday said that “Space” will ensure global space for India as a frontline nation in the world. Emphasising India’s expanding role in the global space ecosystem, the Minister said that the country is fast emerging as a preferred destination for space sector engagement and investment, reflected in the steady stream of global delegations visiting India in recent months. Addressing the India International Space Conclave (IISC) 2...

November 10, 2025 8:01 PM

India’s bioeconomy likely to reach USD 300 billion in coming years: Dr Jitendra Singh

Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology Dr. Jitendra Singh on Monday said India has already stepped into the next industrial revolution powered by biotechnology, positioning itself among global leaders in bio-innovation. Speaking at the inauguration of the NHP-ABSL-3 facility and delivering the keynote address at the second Foundation Day of the Biotechnology Research and Innovation Council (BRIC) at BRIC-National Institute of Immunology (NII), Dr. Singh said I...

October 28, 2025 11:12 PM

AI-driven translation tools boost reach of Hindi in science and technology communication: Jitendra Singh

Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh, on Tuesday said that AI-driven translation tools are revolutionizing the dissemination and interpretation of Hindi content, helping scientific knowledge reach a broader audience across India. He was addressing the first meeting of the Hindi Advisory Committee of the Ministry of Science and Technology, held in New Delhi. Singh, who also holds portfolios in the Prime Minister’s Office, Personnel, Publ...