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India’s vast coal reserves could potentially help reduce its dependence on LPG. China is already doing it. Can India follow suit? DME, a cleaner substitute, can be scaled for domestic use, but only if India shifts to producing methanol, the key ingredient, instead of importing it, says Dr. @AshishLele3467 (@csir_ncl). In conversation with @govindethiraj, he explains how India can do that. Listen in!

February 2026 issue of Indian Journal of Experimental Biology (IJEB) (Vol. 64(2)) by CSIR-NIScPR brings fresh findings in biology and biomedical research, including studies on human immune disorders. Now available open access: or.niscpr.res.in/index.php/IJEB… @DrJitendraSingh | @CSIR_IND | @GVRayasam | @ugc_india | @iiscbangalore #IJEB #CSIR #NIScPR #BiologyResearch #BioMedIndia #OpenAccess #Scopus #WebOfScience #IISC #DOAJ #Crossref

The #CoE continues to foster translational #research by linking advanced polymer and membrane science with industrial needs in the petroleum sector. Future efforts will focus on scaling up technologies, enhancing industry partnerships, and contributing to India’s circular and #sustainable materials economy. CSIR-NEIST welcomes collaboration with industries, start-ups and innovators for a sustainable future. #CSIRNEIST #Sustainability #Startups @dcpcindia @CSIR_IND @CSIR_NEIST

RT @CSIR_NIScPR: Bougainvillea Festival 2026 at @csirnbrilko, Lucknow celebrated 300+ varieties, floral creativity and innovations in flori…

VIDEO STORY | DME can replace LPG, says CSIR-NCL amid West Asia supply concerns WATCH: youtu.be/CwHOybW44Rg Subscribe to PTI's YouTube channel for in-depth reports, exclusive interviews, and special visual stories that take you beyond the headlines. #PTIVideos

“The highlight of this year’s Foundation Day of "Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council" #BIRAC is that, as per the India Bio Economy Report #IBER2025 released today, India achieves a quantum rise in bio-economy, touching the figure of 195.3 billion U.S. dollars. This is significant , particularly because before the Modi government came in 2014, India's bio-economy stood at mere 10 billion U.S. dollars, which means that there has been a nearly 20 times hike in just over a decade. This milestone is in keeping with the collective realisation that the next industrial revolution is going to be biotechnology driven and the entire paradigm of economic growth is going to shift from IT to majorly Biotech and, when that happens, India would have already taken a lead. Similarly, while in 2014 the number of biotech #StartUps in this country was just around 400, today it is nearly 12,000, which is again quite a record. While congratulating the entire fraternity and the industry for this synergised effort, it is important to mention that, this success story has been possible primarily because of an enabling milieu and patronage provided by PM Sh @NarendraModi, who not only made sure that India was among the first few countries in the world to launch a dedicated Biotechnology policy called #BioE3, but he also made it a point to publicly announce this in his Independence Day address of 2025, calling upon the youth of the country to explore the biotechnology sector to discover a bright future for themselves”.

CSIR–IMMT transfers its technology for producing alumina-rich material from bauxite mining waste to Utkal Vanguard Engineering & Constructions Pvt. Ltd. @CSIR_IND @IndiaDST @VigyanPrasar

1/2 @clriinida participated in the National Exhibition-Cum Technical Meet under the Mission सह-SANKALP (Science & Advanced Networks for Knowledge-Driven Action for Livelihood Promotion) 18.03.2026 @ Dr Ambedkar International Centre, New Delhi @CSIR_IND @DrNKalaiselvi @CSIR_NIScPR

The three-day Hands-on Training Programme on High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), organised by CSIR-IIIM Jammu under the CSIR Integrated Skill Initiative, concluded successfully today. Director Dr. Zabeer Ahmed, while addressing the valedictory session, appreciated the enthusiastic participation of researchers and students and emphasized the importance of skill-based training in strengthening scientific research and innovation in the country. Participants from leading institutions across India gained valuable hands-on experience in HPLC instrumentation, method development, sample analysis, and data interpretation. The programme provided a dynamic platform for interactive learning and capacity building in advanced analytical techniques. Certificates were distributed to participants, marking the successful completion of the training programme. #CSIRIIIM #CSIRIIIMJammu #HPLC #ScientificTraining #SkillDevelopment #Research #Innovation #Jammu #CSIRIndia #AnalyticalChemistry #CapacityBuilding #PharmaceuticalResearch #HandsOnTraining

From forest floors to diverse markets—innovation rooted in nature. Scientists at @CSIR_CMERI have developed affordable, rural technologies to process sal seeds into high-value sal butter, enabling forest-based communities to generate sustainable livelihoods. #SustainableLivelihoods #ForestEconomy #RuralInnovation

CSIR ‘Smart Village’ Initiative Inaugurated in Kusunpur, Hosted by CSIR-CBRI Roorkee The CSIR Smart Village project has been launched in Kusunpur village, #Odisha pib.gov.in/PressReleasePa…

CSIR-NEERI received Design Registration from the Patent Office, Govt. of India for its “Compact Dry Toilet Sanitary Seat.” Developed by Dr. Ritesh Vijay & team, it supports sustainable sanitation in cold regions. #CSIRNEERI #CSIR #OnSiteSanitation

Celebrating the spirit of #innovation and #leadership this #InternationalWomensDay2026! 🌸 Join us at @CSIR_CDRI #Lucknow for “#MeetTheRoleModels”—an inspiring interaction with distinguished women scientists shaping the future of research. @CSIR_IND @CsirJigyasa @IndiaDST

Kendrapara, Odisha: Kusunpur village in Kendrapara, Odisha, has been selected as a Smart Village under CSIR’s national initiative, becoming the only eastern India village chosen. The three-year programme will implement scientific innovations in agriculture, infrastructure, education, and healthcare. Officials and organisations are collaborating to improve livelihoods, disaster resilience, and skill development for residents

Kendrapara, Odisha: Director, CSIR-IMMT Bhubaneswar, Ramanuj Narayan says, "Today’s program, under the guidance of our Prime Minister, the CSIR Chairman, our CSIR Vice-Chairman Jitendra Singh, and our Director General Kalaiselvi, focused on how to bring science to villages... It is not a large village, but it has many possibilities. With its vegetation, rivers, and proximity to the sea..."

#WATCH | Pune, Maharashtra: Indian scientists developed DME (Dimethyl Ether) technology as an alternative to LPG. Dr Thirumalaiswamy Raja, Chief Scientist at CSIR-NCL, says, "...Two decades ago, we started this kind of chemistry to attain DME in a cost-effective and legally sustainable way. With this lab, we made it all happen. This was inaugurated by the then Science and Technology Minister, Dr Harshvardhan. We developed syngas to methanol, and syngas to direct DME for using syngas, because CO+H2 from wherever it comes (NG, natural gas, biomass, etc.). Later, we focused on methanol to DME, an indirect route... We developed a catalyst and obtained around 5 patents for this catalyst..." He adds, "We built it to an industry standard from the beginning. From scratch, we focused on industry needs... We are working with industrial partners, including one in Pune, for a 250 KPD plant. Our fabricator is also based in Pune and is ready to deliver shortly to meet India's needs. We are collaborating with different PSUs, including IOCL, the biggest refinery of Indian Oil Corporation Limited. They validated our process successfully. Now, we are talking with ONGC, which is willing to set up a 2.5-ton-per-day plant (about 2,500 kilograms per day). Once it’s validated with a semi-commercial demonstration plant, it can be scaled to any size. We are ready to roll..." (15.03)

In a message to students, Dr. Abhay A. Pashilkar, Director of CSIR-NAL, shares insights on building a career in aerospace and highlights how the newly launched IIT Madras BS Degree in Aerospace & Space Technology is opening accessible pathways for learners across India!!

CSIR--IHBT participated in the inaugural program of CSIR Smart Village Mission activities at Kusunpur Village, Odisha. This initiative aligned with the Hon'ble Prime Minister's vision of "Viksit Bharat". The program was inaugurated by Sh. Raghuram R. Iyer, Collector and DM.

Day 2 started with an expert session by Dr. Bhupesh Taneja, Chief Scientist at @IGIBSocial on 'Pathogenomics and AI-enabled insights towards pathogen and AMR evolution'. @taneja_bhupesh @souvik_csir @CSIR_IND @ICMRDELHI