#ESTIC2026 the mega 3-day International “Emerging Science Technology Innovation Conclave” begins at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi on October 27. Let’s all be a part of this.

My Article in ‘The Pioneer’... “ESTIC 2026: Connecting science with aspirations of Viksit Bharat”. 24th Oct 2026 issue. Read: dailypioneer.com/opinion/est… @TheDailyPioneer

Participated in e-waste disposal activity at the Department of Personnel & Training #DoPT headquarters under #Special_Swachhata_Campaign 6.0 at Kartavya Bhawan. The entire team of officers as well as rest of the staff, let by Secretary DoPT Smt Rachna Shah, joined the exercise. e-Items disposed today included 152 desktops, 35 printers, 8 scanners, 3 photocopier machines, 59 UPS units, 52 air conditioners, 4 television sets, 5 refrigerators,17 water dispensers, 217 miscellaneous items etc, with base price of Rs 9 lakh. During the ongoing month-long campaign from Gandhi Jayanti Oct 2 to Patel Jayanti Oct 31, undertaken in response to a call by PM Sh @narendramodi ji, approximately ₹490 crore has already been generated through the disposal of scrap within the first 15–17 days. The figure is likely to be more than double by October 31. GeM Portal has been adopted for the disposal process.

“One has to be ‘intelligent’ enough to use Artificial Intelligence… #Bloomberg Exclusive

A Taste of Udhampur, Going Global! Listen in to what the entrepreneur beneficiaries of #Kaladi Cheese have to say. Udhampur’s traditional Kaladi Cheese is stepping towards global markets with #CSIR-CFTRI, Mysuru, extending its refrigerated shelf life to 28 days. Building on the vision of PM Shri @narendramodi, this initiative creates new opportunities for innovation, employment and local livelihoods while taking J&K’s culinary heritage to the world.

With President of the #Swiss Confederation, Guy Parmelin, currently on India visit, held a bilateral meeting, with discussions focused on further strengthening the longstanding India- #Switzerland partnership in science, technology, research and innovation. Reference also came up of the highly fruitful meeting that President Guy Parmelin had with Prime Minister Sh @narendramodi on the first day of his visit yesterday. The delegations from the two sides also joined. Letter of Intent between the Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF) and the Department of Science & Technology (DST), and the Implementation Agreement between the Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW) and DST have been finalised. The Swiss side was highly appreciative of India’s expanding S&T priorities in biotechnology, vaccine development, genome sequencing, quantum technology, space and deep ocean research, as well as the emerging opportunities in blue economy and bio-economy. The cordial relationship between India and Switzerland makes it easier for the two countries to collaborate at different levels for a sustained engagement in areas of mutual interest. @ParmelinG

“Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi Ji’s graceful presence at the Centenary celebrations of #UPSC is indicative of the importance of this occasion and the history behind it… This is a unique institution that carries the legacy of pre-Independence India and the flavour of post-Independence India…”

Under ‘Special Swachhata Campaign 6.0’ from October 2 to 31, Ministry of Science & Technology has set a target of over 1,500 cleanliness campaign sites, while the Ministry of Earth Sciences has set a target of around 100 sites. S&T establishments and institutions across the country will be participating. The campaign carries forward PM Shri @narendramodi Ji’s emphasis on Swachhata, efficient workplaces and optimum utilisation of Government resources. #SpecialCampaign6

Reviewed the preparedness of "Special Swachhata Campaign 6.0" from October 2 to October 31, with the Secretaries and officers of Science Ministries and Departments. All S&T institutions across the country to participate. Ministry of Science & Technology has set a target of over 1,500 cleanliness campaign sites, while the Ministry of Earth Sciences has kept a target of over 100 cleanliness campaign sites for the month long campaign. Shall personally launch the drive with cleaning the scrap, e-Waste segregation cum disposal and shredding of old files from the national capital on October 2. #SpecialCampaign6

#French Minister for Higher Education, Research and Space, Prof Philippe Baptiste, currently on India visit, called on accompanied by a high level delegation. The long-standing relationship between the two countries provides an opportunity to build a larger ecosystem by bringing together governments, research institutions, industries and StartUps. India-France Space cooperation is as old as the two countries’ respective Space agencies, with the partnership progressing from sounding rocket experiments in the 1960s to present-day human spaceflight. Megha-Tropiquesand SARAL, jointly built by #ISRO and CNES, as well as cooperation in launch vehicle engine development, are some of the milestones of this enduring partnership. The realisation of the third joint satellite, TRISHNA, is also progressing well. In the wider context, India-France scientific cooperation exists spanning biotechnology, digital sciences and technologies and ocean sciences. There is continuing engagement through institutions and mechanisms such as CEFIPRA and Indo-French joint centres. Also complimented the French Minister for the successful conduct of the recently held "International Space Summit" which carried a virtual message from Prime Minister of India, Sh @narendramodi.

85th Foundation Day Celebrations of #CSIR: The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) is celebrating over eight decades of scientific excellence and innovation. Established in 1942, CSIR today operates through a network of 37 national laboratories and has contributed significantly to the growth of various industrial sectors. The notable innovations include the National Aroma Mission, Swaraj Tractor, indelible election ink, Saheli contraceptive pill, and indigenous Paracetamol technology, among others. It has also pioneered sustainable solutions such as bio-jet fuel and steel slag roads. In recent times, some of the notable achievements include the HANSA-NG aircraft, sickle cell anaemia test kit, hydrogen fuel-cell catamaran, and RO Bus. To mark its remarkable journey and this special milestone, launched the Special CSIR@85 Postal Stamp, the Tech Connect Special Issue, CSIR Technology Compendium, Industry Connect Special Short Film, and the special mascot named CIRA.