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India, Germany pledge to boost ties in science, technology & innovation
New Delhi, April 13: India and Germany reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation in science, technology and innovation during a high-level meeting on Sunday between Union Minister Jitendra Singh and Minister-President of the German State of Bavaria, Markus Soder.
India, Germany to deepen cooperation in AI, quantum tech: Minister
New Delhi, April 13: India and Germany have agreed to expand their partnership in emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), quantum technologies, and green hydrogen, with a focus on innovation-driven growth and sustainable development, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology Jitendra Singh said on Sunday.
Underwater Acoustic Test Facility a 'critical national asset': Dr Jitendra Singh
Chennai, April 12: Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh on Saturday hailed the global recognition and international certification of the Underwater Acoustic Test Facility (ATF) at the National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT), Chennai.
India and Italy sign MoU to boost cooperation in science and technology
New Delhi, April 11: India on Friday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Italy to boost cooperation in science and technology.
Retirement from government service doesn't mean you are retired as a citizen: Union Minister Jitendra Singh
Guwahati, April 10: Union Minister Jitendra Singh on Thursday said that retirement from government service should not be seen as an end but a transition into a new role as contributors and partners to nation-building.
India gets 1st-ever high-altitude climate research station in J&K
Jammu, April 8: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology Jitendra Singh on Tuesday inaugurated the country's first-ever high-altitude climate research station in Nathatop, in the Udhampur district of Jammu and Kashmir.
Union Minister lauds Hyderabad-based CSIR labs' role in drug discovery, genetic diagnostics
Hyderabad, April 6: Union Minister of State for Science & Technology Jitendra Singh has lauded Hyderabad-based CSIR institutes' pivotal role in drug discovery, genetic diagnostics and developing cost-effective Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients.
StartUps fast emerging as lucrative avenue: Union Minister Jitendra Singh
New Delhi, April 5: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology; Earth Sciences and Minister of State for PMO, Department of Atomic Energy, Department of Space, Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, a press release by Ministry Science and Technology said.
Agri startups blending traditional farming with tech to boost rural health, jobs: Jitendra Singh
New Delhi, April 5: Startups in agriculture are intelligently blending traditional organic farming practices with technology to drive livelihood opportunities in rural areas, said Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology Jitendra Singh on Saturday.
Nagpur: SDAL develops propulsion system for VIKRAM-1 satellite launch vehicle
Nagpur, April 5: Solar Defence and Aerospace Limited (SDAL), Nagpur, has developed and manufactured the propulsion system along with its Igniter and realized third stage Rocket Motor for VIKRAM-1 Satellite Launch Vehicle.
Agri Startups fast emerging as lucrative avenue of livelihood, says Dr Jitendra Singh
New Delhi, April 5: Startups in the agriculture sector are emerging as a lucrative avenue of livelihood by intelligently blending traditional organic farming practices with cutting-edge scientific technologies, said Union Minister of State Dr Jitendra Singh on Saturday.
India to add 13,600 MW nuclear power capacity in next 6 years: Jitendra Singh
New Delhi, April 3: A large nuclear power expansion programme of 13,600 MW is under implementation which is expected to increase India’s nuclear power capacity to 22,480 MW by 2031-32, the Parliament was informed on Thursday.
Third Launch Pad at Sriharikota; Rs 3984.86 cr project to be completed in 4 Years: Union MoS Jitendra Singh in Rajya Sabha
New Delhi, April 3: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) Jitendra Singh on Thursday said that a Third Launch Pad (TLP) will be established at Satish Dhawan Space Centre of ISRO in Sriharikota.
Biotechnology remains a priority sector in India, says Jitendra Singh
New Delhi, March 31: Biotechnology remains a priority sector in India, said Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology Jitendra Singh on Monday.
India committed to sustainable energy through nuclear power: PM Modi
New Delhi, March 31: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday reiterated India’s commitment to sustainable energy through nuclear power.
J-K: Security forces intensify search operation in Kathua-Samba sector
Kathua, March 31: Security forces on Monday intensified their efforts in the Kathua-Samba region, launching a search operation in the Samba sector near the international border to sanitise the area.
Jammu-Srinagar Vande Bharat services to start from Katra: Jitendra Singh
Udhampur, March 31: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Jammu and Kashmir's Udhampur district to inaugurate the Vande Bharat train, which will undertake the journey from Jammu to Srinagar via Katra district, on April 19, Union Minister Jitendra Singh said.
PM Modi to inaugurate Jammu-Srinagar Vande Bharat train on April 19 from Katra: Jitendra Singh
Udhampur, March 31: Union Minister Jitendra Singh has announced that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Jammu-Srinagar Vande Bharat train service on April 19 from Katra.
Govt to create regional BIRAC centres to accelerate startups and biomanufacturing
New Delhi, March 28: The Union government on Friday announced the creation of regional BIRAC (Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council) Centers across India to accelerate startups and biomanufacturing.
India targets 100 GW nuclear energy by 2047, opens sector to private players: Jitendra Singh
New Delhi, March 27: The recently announced nuclear mission aims to generate 100 gigawatts (GW) of nuclear energy by 2047, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology Jitendra Singh told the Parliament on Thursday.
Over 56 lakh public grievances redressed online in last two years: Minister
New Delhi, March 27: Over 56 lakh grievances were redressed between November 2022 and February 2025 under the Centralised Public Grievance Redress and Monitoring System (CPGRAMS), according to the information tabled in Parliament.
Firing erupts again between security forces and terrorists in J&K's Kathua
Jammu, March 27: After massive searches during the last four days, firing exchanges started again on Thursday between the joint forces and the terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kathua district.
India's nuclear energy capacity doubled in last decade: Jitendra Singh
New Delhi, March 26: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Atomic Energy, Dr Jitendra Singh, on Wednesday said that India’s nuclear power generation capacity has increased from 22,480 MW in 2014 to 35,333 MW currently, while installed capacity has doubled from 4,780 MW to 8,880 MW.
IBM global head Arvind Krishna meets Jitendra Singh to discuss AI, Quantum, and Geospatial collaboration
New Delhi, March 25: In a significant step towards elevating India's global position in emerging technologies, Global Head of IBM Corporation, an American multinational Technology Company headquartered in New York with presence in over 175 countries, Arvind Krishna called on Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh to explore potential collaboration in Quantum, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and geospatial AI solutions.
India, IBM to explore potential collaborations in quantum, AI
New Delhi, March 25: The Indian government and IBM are exploring opportunities to collaborate on quantum computing, artificial intelligence (AI), and geospatial AI solutions, the Ministry of Science and Technology announced on Tuesday.
India's bioeconomy sees 16-fold rise to reach $165.7 billion in 10 years: Minister
New Delhi, March 21: India's bioeconomy has witnessed 16-fold rise in the last 10 years -- from $10 billion in 2014 to an impressive $165.7 billion in 2024, the government said on Friday.
Task Force studying need to tweak Atomic Energy Act for bringing in private sector: Govt
New Delhi, March 20: A Task Force has been constituted in the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) to study the amendments required in the Atomic Energy Act for implementing the government's push for nuclear power generation involving the private sector, the Parliament was told on Thursday.
Hiring prosecution, inquiry wing heads under Lokpal's domain: Govt
New Delhi, March 20: The government on Thursday denied any role in delay in the appointment of key officials in the prosecution and inspection wings in the office of Lokpal, claiming that hiring is the prerogative of the anti-corruption ombudsman.
Jitendra Singh, Bill Gates discuss biotech startups, health innovation in India
New Delhi, March 20: Union Minister of State (independent charge) for Science and Technology Jitendra Singh met with Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist Bill Gates to discuss collaborations on biotech startups and health innovations in India, Ministry of Science & Technology said on Thursday.
Chandrayaan-4 to pioneer lunar docking tech, lunar sample collection: Jitendra Singh
New Delhi, March 19: The Chandrayaan-4 mission, slated for launch in 2047, will pioneer lunar docking technology, and bring back lunar samples, said Union Minister of State for the Department of Space, Jitendra Singh, in Parliament on Wednesday.
Success of Chandrayaan missions raising curiosity, interest among students about space: Minister
New Delhi, March 19: The success of the Chandrayaan missions has sparked immense curiosity and interest among students in space science and astronomy, said Union Minister of State for the Department of Space Dr. Jitendra Singh in Parliament on Wednesday.
Pride and Relief: Jitendra Singh in Lok Sabha on Sunita Williams' return
New Delhi, March 19: Science and Technology Minister Jitendra Singh expressed both "pride and relief" as Indian origin astronaut Sunita Williams' made a safe return to Earth after a 300-day mission.
NITI Aayog hosts workshop to strengthen science, technology councils
New Delhi, March 18: The NITI Aayog on Tuesday held a special workshop to boost India's science and technology (S&T) sector.
Ahead of her return to Earth, Jitendra Singh calls NASA astronaut Sunita Williams Daughter of India
New Delhi, March 18: Union Minister Jitendra Singh Tuesday called NASA astronaut Sunita Williams a "daughter of India" as the world awaits her return alongwith Butch Wilmore, who have spent nearly nine months on the International Space Station.
Cuba looking to expand engagement with India in Ayurveda, naturopathy: Science Ministry
New Delhi, March 17: Cuba has expressed interest in expanding engagement with India in Ayurveda and naturopathy, said the Ministry of Science and Technology on Monday, at a meeting held here on the occasion of the 65th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two nations.
18 N-plants planned to generate 13,800 MW: Govt data
New Delhi, March 15: The Indian government proposes to build 18 more nuclear power reactors with a cumulative capacity of generating 13,800 MW of electricity and five sites have already been given in-principle approval, as per official documents.
Centre plans to turn Northeast into India's next saffron hub
New Delhi, March 14: Northeast is a key driver for India to realise the vision of Viksit Bharat, and the region will also become the country's next saffron hub, said Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology Jitendra Singh.
India generated USD 143 million launching foreign satellites since 2015
New Delhi, March 14: India generated foreign exchange revenue worth USD 143 million through launching foreign satellites during the period from 2015 to 2024, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge), Jitendra Singh, who looks after the space sector, informed Lok Sabha.
Isro undocks Spadex satellites, paves way for India's lunar exploration
New Delhi, March 13: The Indian Space Research Organisation on Thursday announced the successful completion of its SpaDeX mission's space de-docking, marking a significant milestone in India's future in space exploration.
ISRO earns $439 mn via foreign satellite launches in 10 years: Minister
New Delhi, March 12: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has generated a revenue of $439 million from foreign satellite launches in the last 10 years, Jitendra Singh, Minister of State for Science and Technology, informed on Wednesday.