Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh inaugurated the Central Facility for Recombinant Cells and Sensors at BRIC-Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology (BRIC-RGCB) in Thiruvananthapuram, Keralam, marking a milestone in India’s biotechnology advancement. Developed at an investment of approximately Rs. 60 crores, the facility aims to accelerate drug discovery and enhance medical…
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DST Institute Develops Bio-Based Cosmetic Surfactant
An institute under the Department of Science and Technology (DST) in Northeast India has developed a novel bio-based surfactant that could serve as a safer and eco-friendly substitute for synthetic lubricants widely used in the cosmetic industry. The newly synthesised compound demonstrates antibacterial and cleansing properties, offering promising applications in…
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India Pushes Maritime Law Reforms, Boosts Smart Protein
India has taken significant steps to modernise its maritime regulatory framework while simultaneously advancing indigenous biotechnology solutions to strengthen sustainability and food security. The government is accelerating implementation of key maritime laws to enhance shipping efficiency, safety, and governance, while also supporting domestic innovation in animal nutrition through cutting-edge antimicrobial…
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BioE3 Challenge 2025: 10 Youth-Led Innovations Felicitated
New Delhi: The Department of Biotechnology (DBT) and BIRAC felicitated ten winning teams of the D.E.S.I.G.N for BioE3 Challenge 2025 at the International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB), New Delhi, on 30th December 2025. Each team received a prize of Rs. 1 Lakh, with an opportunity to apply…
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India Develops Nafithromycin: Boost to Self-Reliant Healthcare
New Delhi, 19 October 2025 – India has achieved a major milestone in medical research with the development of its first indigenously discovered antibiotic, Nafithromycin. Effective against resistant respiratory infections, it is particularly beneficial for cancer patients and individuals with poorly controlled diabetes. The antibiotic is the first molecule conceptualized,…