New Delhi, February 22, 2026: India’s industrial expansion across automobiles, electronics, batteries and pharmaceuticals is accelerating at an unprecedented pace. Massive factories are rising, investments are flowing, and production-linked incentive (PLI) schemes are reshaping manufacturing. Yet a deeper question persists: while India is building factories, is it truly building technological…
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CSIR–NIIST Transfers 11 Technologies at Lab-to-Market Event
New Delhi, 19 February 2026: CSIR–National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology (CSIR–NIIST), Thiruvananthapuram, successfully hosted the “CSIR–NIIST Tech Connect: Lab to Market” event at CSIR Headquarters in New Delhi. The programme marked a significant step in translating research outcomes to industry applications, showcasing 11 technology transfers and signing one…
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Dr. Jitendra Singh Urges India–Australia Mission Tech Tie-Up
NEW DELHI, FEBRUARY 18: India and Australia have agreed to intensify their science and technology collaboration through mission-driven, industry-linked research, following discussions between Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh and Australian Assistant Minister Dr. Andrew Charlton MP. Five Joint Projects Under AISRF Round-16 The two Ministers reviewed the Australia–India Strategic Research…
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India Approves 114 Rafale Jets Acquisition from Dassault
India Clears Proposal to Acquire 114 Rafale Jets from Dassault The Defence Procurement Board has approved the purchase of 114 Rafale fighter jets from French manufacturer Dassault Aviation, marking a significant step in modernizing India’s air combat capabilities. The proposal now awaits final clearance from the Defence Minister and approval…
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DSIR Relaxes Norms for Deep-Tech Startups on 42nd Foundation Day
In a major boost to India’s deep-tech startup ecosystem, the Government of India has announced a key relaxation in eligibility norms for recognition under the Department of Scientific and Industrial Research (DSIR). The announcement was made on Saturday during the 42nd Foundation Day celebrations of DSIR, marking a decisive policy…
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NRDC Marks 72 Years, Inaugurates Systems Engineering Facility
The National Research Development Corporation (NRDC) marked its 72nd Foundation Day on December 31, 2025, with the inauguration of the Systems Engineering Facility (SEF), reaffirming its commitment to strengthening India’s innovation ecosystem, technology commercialisation, and support for startups and MSMEs. The event was held in the presence of Dr N…
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Dr. Jitendra Singh Accelerates Tech Transfer for Atmanirbhar Bharat
Tirupati, 26 Dec 2025: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh, emphasized accelerating technology transfer and strengthening industry partnerships to enhance India’s scientific and industrial capabilities. CSIR Labs Leading Innovation for Atmanirbhar Bharat During a review meeting in Tirupati, Dr. Singh assessed the achievements…
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India-Netherlands Launch Joint Trade & Investment Committee
India and the Netherlands have formalized a significant step in bilateral economic cooperation by establishing the India Netherlands Joint Trade and Investment Committee (JTIC). The announcement coincided with the visit of Dutch Foreign Minister H.E. David van Weel to India and his bilateral meeting with Union External Affairs Minister Dr….
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Raksha Mantri Reviews DMSRDE Innovations in Kanpur
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh visited the Defence Materials and Stores Research & Development Establishment (DMSRDE), a DRDO laboratory in Kanpur, on November 30, 2025. The visit included an overview of cutting-edge research in defence materials and ongoing innovations at the lab. Focus on Defence Materials and Technologies During the…
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India-US Sign Landmark 10-Year Defence Framework Agreement
The governments of India and the United States have formally signed a ten-year defence framework agreement, signalling a major leap in bilateral strategic cooperation. The pact was inked on 31 October 2025 in Kuala Lumpur during a meeting between India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and U.S. Secretary of War (Defence)…