ISRO, research & discoveries
Indian researchers have contributed to revising a fundamental biological principle that has guided scientific understanding for five decades. The discovery challenges existing assumptions about how living organisms function at the cellular level. This breakthrough could reshape biology education and pharmaceutical development globally.
Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State for Science and Technology, proposed establishing an India-Delaware bio-manufacturing working group to strengthen biotechnology collaboration. The initiative aims to leverage Delaware's pharmaceutical expertise and India's manufacturing capabilities to create a strategic partnership in the biotech sector. This marks India's effort to formalize technology transfer and joint R&D in biologics manufacturing.
CSIR-National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (NISCPR) conducted a specialized workshop on March 2, 2026, focused on fortifying India's semiconductor manufacturing and research infrastructure. The initiative addresses India's strategic goal of reducing dependence on global chip imports and building domestic capability across design, fabrication, and supply chain resilience.
India convened the AI Impact Summit 2026 on March 2, bringing together global leaders, technologists, and policymakers to address artificial intelligence's societal impact. The summit produced a historic global declaration and secured major investment commitments in AI research and development across developing nations. The event positioned India as a leader in responsible AI governance.
The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research's National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (CSIR-NISCPR) conducted a workshop on March 2, 2026, focused on strengthening India's semiconductor manufacturing and innovation capabilities. The initiative aims to bridge gaps between research institutions, industry players, and policymakers to accelerate India's semiconductor self-reliance under the National Semiconductor Mission.
