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Dr. Jitendra Singh
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India is accelerating its transition towards a technologically advanced and self-reliant economy, driven by initiatives spearheaded by Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh. Investments in nanomedicine, totaling ₹174 crore across 210 projects, alongside a broader ₹1 lakh crore Research, Development and Innovation Fund, signal a commitment to fostering indigenous solutions and attracting private sector participation. Simultaneously, the government is prioritizing energy security through a 100 GW nuclear energy mission and promoting bioeconomy growth, exemplified by the launch of the BIO-NIVESH investment platform. These developments underscore a strategic shift towards technological sovereignty and innovation-led growth, positioning India as a global leader in emerging sectors.
Government Generates ₹5,102 Crore from Scrap Disposal
Government launched Special Swachhata Campaign 6.0 focusing on waste disposal and office space optimization across ministries.
₹5,102.91 crore generated from e-waste and scrap disposal over five years
Dr. Jitendra Singh Forecasts Robotics Revolutionizing Medicine
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh stated robotics will become a key tool across all medical specialties, not just surgery.
He highlighted that AI, robotics, and nanoscience will enable precision medic
Dr. Jitendra Singh Reviews Science Ministry Coordination, Outreach
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh chaired a review meeting emphasizing stronger synergy among science ministries and wider public outreach of scientific achievements.
The 'Swachh Sagar Surakshit Sagar
CSIR Foundation Day Emphasizes Technological Sovereignty Imperative
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh stresses technological sovereignty as crucial to national sovereignty, urging reduced dependence on imported technologies.
CSIR directed to shorten technology deploym
Dr. Jitendra Singh Advocates Preventive Healthcare Shift
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh emphasized shifting India's healthcare focus from treatment to preventive care and wellness at the Health & Wellness Summit 2026.
India's life expectancy has risen fr
India Invests ₹174 Crore in 210 Nanomedicine Projects
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh announced ₹174 crore funding for 210 nanomedicine R&D projects through the Department of Biotechnology.
India has established regulatory guidelines for nanopharmaceut
India World's Largest Vaccine Producer by Volume
India is the world's largest vaccine producer by volume, supplying vaccines to over 100 countries and accounting for nearly 60% of global production.
India's bioeconomy reached USD 195.3 billion in 20
Dr. Jitendra Singh Advocates Tech-Driven Mining Competitiveness
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh called for technology integration across India's mining and metals value chain to shift from resource advantage to technology-driven competitiveness.
He highlighted t
India ESTIC-2026 Science Conclave Inaugurated by PM
ESTIC-2026 science conclave to be held October 27-29 at Bharat Mandapam with PM Modi inauguration and three Nobel Laureates.
India's startup ecosystem grew from 350-400 in 2014 to over 2.3 lakh curren
Assam Legislative Assembly Speaker Meets Science Minister
Assam Legislative Assembly Speaker met Union Science Minister to discuss state's development trajectory and technology integration.
Discussion focused on leveraging science, space and biotechnology fo
Jitendra Singh Calls for RDI Fund Awareness Outreach
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh calls for greater awareness about ₹1 lakh crore Research, Development and Innovation Fund to ensure proper beneficiary uptake.
Minister notes thousands of application
Dr Jitendra Singh Advocates Industry-R&D Partnership Model
Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh calls for industry participation in R&D from project inception to enhance market readiness.
Industry representatives discussed critical minerals, space technology, and
Dr. Jitendra Singh Outlines India's Energy Security Strategy
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh emphasized that energy security is integral to national security and economic resilience, calling for a self-reliant and technology-advanced energy sector.
The govern
Dr. Jitendra Singh Launches BIO-NIVESH Investment Platform
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh launched BIO-NIVESH to catalyze private investment into biotechnology startups and scale innovations.
The platform convened 20 selected biotech startups with 50 inves
India-France Space Cooperation Expands to Human Spaceflight
India and France announced expanded space cooperation focusing on human spaceflight, microgravity research, and joint satellite missions including TRISHNA.
India's space sector reforms have spawned ov
India-France Space Cooperation Expands to Human Spaceflight, Startups
India and France discussed expanding space cooperation to include human spaceflight, microgravity research, and joint satellite missions during a ministerial meeting.
The partnership includes CNES sup
Capacity Building Commission Launches Regional Training Transformation Workshops
Capacity Building Commission organizes Sādhana Shrinkhla 2026 regional workshops to transform training institutes into competency-driven capacity building institutions.
Four regional workshops schedul
India Invests ₹174 Crore in 210 Nanomedicine Projects
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh announced ₹174 crore government funding for 210 nanomedicine R&D projects at World Congress.
India established regulatory framework for nanopharmaceuticals through DB