India’s nuclear energy programme is entering a decisive expansion phase, with installed capacity set to nearly triple to over 22 GW by 2031–32, Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh informed the Rajya Sabha on Thursday. He asserted that the country’s nuclear roadmap is firmly on track despite global geopolitical shifts and…
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Bharatiya Antariksh Station: BAS-01 by 2028
India is moving closer to establishing its own space station, the Bharatiya Antariksh Station (BAS), with the first module scheduled for launch by 2028. The government informed Parliament that the ambitious project forms a key part of Space Vision 2047 and is integrated within the expanded Gaganyaan programme. In a…
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ANEEL Thorium Fuel for PHWRs Under Review
India is exploring the development and deployment of ANEEL, a thorium-based fuel for Pressurised Heavy Water Reactors (PHWRs), as part of its long-term nuclear energy strategy. The government informed Parliament that discussions are underway, subject to approvals from the respective authorities and in accordance with national laws. Union Minister of…
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India Targets Global Leadership in Affordable Thyroid Care: Dr Jitendra Singh
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh on Sunday said that thyroid disorders must be recognised not merely as medical conditions but as a serious national challenge impacting productivity, workforce efficiency, and India’s long-term economic growth. Addressing the Mid-Term Annual Conference of the Indian Thyroid Society (ITSCON) in Chandigarh, the Minister underscored…
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India’s Quantum Future Takes Shape in Amaravati
India’s journey into the next frontier of technology took a decisive step forward on Saturday as the foundation stone of the Amaravati Quantum Centre was laid, positioning Andhra Pradesh as a strategic springboard for the country’s ambitious National Quantum Mission. Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology,…
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Andhra Pradesh to Lead India’s Blue Economy Under Budget 2026
Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology and Earth Sciences, Dr Jitendra Singh, on Friday said that Andhra Pradesh, along with other coastal states, will emerge as the torchbearer of India’s Blue Economy mission under the strategic framework of Union Budget 2026–27. Addressing media representatives and social…
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“India’s Bharat GenAI Reaches Key Language Milestone”
India is on the verge of a major milestone in its artificial intelligence journey, with the government confirming that text-based AI models under the Bharat GenAI initiative will be completed in all 22 constitutionally recognised Indian languages within this month. The update was shared in the Rajya Sabha by Union…
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AIM SUMVAAD 2026 Boosts India’s National Incubation Ecosystem’s National Incubation Ecosystem
The Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) under NITI Aayog organised AIM SUMVAAD 2026, its flagship annual conclave for India’s national incubation ecosystem, at the Dr Ambedkar International Centre in New Delhi on Monday. The event brought together more than 100 Atal Incubation Centres (AICs) and Atal Community Innovation Centres (ACICs), along…
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Dr Jitendra Singh Stresses Mizoram’s Local Development Goals
New Delhi: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Dr Jitendra Singh, emphasized the importance of development proposals rooted in local needs during a meeting with a Mizoram delegation led by MLA Dr K. Beichhua on 31 January 2026. The delegation submitted a memorandum highlighting state-specific issues…
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Dr.Jitendra Singh Motivates ATL Young Innovators
Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh engaged with young students from Atal Tinkering Labs (ATLs) across India during the Atal Innovation Mission’s Republic Day programme, underscoring that India’s future growth and vision for 2047 will be driven by its youth and their innovative capabilities. Youth as Architects of India@2047 Addressing students…