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#Chennai: "Deeply deeply humbled by the 'Lifetime Achievement Award in Medicine & Diabetes' conferred at the National Meet 'MVCON 2026', organised by M.V. Diabetes Chennai founded in 1954 by Late Prof M. Viswanathan, popularly remembered as one of the founding fathers of Diabetology in India, along with his equally illustrious contemporaries of the time.  Although, this is the second Lifetime Achievement Award in Medicine bestowed on me in less than two years, the last one also during an international meet at Chennai  in July 2024, I honestly believe that I quite fall short of the award citation which lauds , according to it, "outstanding contribution as a distinguished medical professional, teacher, author, researcher particularly known for his work on 'Stress Diabetes in  displaced Kashmiri Pandit community' and 'Diabetes in  Pregnancy',  and also an advocate for advancing Diabetes care and public health". Frankly, I owe much of this to the mentorship and kindness of nationally acclaimed stalwarts  like Prof V. Seshiah, Prof Sam GP Moses, Prof MMS Ahuja and Prof N.S. Pathania, as also my teachers at Stanley Medical College, who were all very  generously indulgent with me and did the hand-holding to pull up this unknown boy hailing from a peripheral region, and enabled me to gradually inch towards the centre stage of medical academics in India. I cannot repay them for all that I received from them in abundance, but have in a modest way tried to be the same to the students who came under my charge during my several decades as a teacher of Medicine. Today, when I see some of these boys and girls, who had done their MD or their thesis under me, heading their respective departments in leading medical institutions of Delhi, Chennai and other places, and fondly remembering the time they spent with me, I feel the strange satisfaction of having done some thanksgiving to my own teachers ...though not wholly but in a very small fraction. My ultimate gratitude to my patients whose trust kept me going. It is touching when some of them meet me with a lamination- preserved prescription written by me years ago".

OCEANCON-RCV50 inaugurated at RC-NIO, Visakhapatnam

India’s bioeconomy has grown from around $10 billion in 2014 to over $195 billion in 2025, reflecting significant progress. He noted that biotechnology is playing a key role in healthcare, agriculture, climate solutions, and sustainable manufacturing, with India aiming for a $300 billion bioeconomy by 2030. The #BioE3 policy and a ₹1 lakh crore fund to boost research, innovation, and biotech startups. #BIRAC

IAS trainee officers visited CSIR-NIO and had interactions on the research activities and administrative matters. Later they visited the research exhibits.

IAS trainee officers visited CSIR-NIO and had interactions on the research activities and administrative matters. Later they visited the research exhibits.

“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”.

A backpack-sized jet engine — proudly developed in India 🇮🇳 A scientist from @CSIRNALOFFICIAL unveils the NJ100, an indigenous small turbojet engine generating 100 kgf thrust for #UAVs, drone interceptors, and compact cruise-missile class platforms. A strong step forward for #AtmanirbharBharat, strengthening India’s capabilities in advanced #Aerospace propulsion and unmanned technologies.

Chaired the joint monthly review meeting of Secretaries of Science Ministries and Departments. The meeting reviewed major scientific programmes, upcoming national events, and efforts to strengthen coordination among different science ministries. Approval granted for establishing quantum teaching facilities/laboratories in 23 academic institutions across India in different states while 100 more are under consideration, to support advanced research and training in emerging quantum technologies. #ISRO Chairman shared the plan for the launch of the next PSLV mission.  Emphasised greater coordination among Science Ministries to strengthen India’s innovation ecosystem.  Received a brief about  preparation for the next "India International Science Festival" (#IISF); RISE Conclave to Boost Research–Industry–#StartUp Collaboration.

#FiresideChat: “Opening the nuclear sector and unlocking rare earth resources will power India’s next phase of energy growth”.

डॉ. एन. कलैसेल्वी, महानिदेशक, सीएसआईआर, अपने साक्षात्कार में भारत के वैज्ञानिक इकोसिस्टम को मजबूत बनाने में महिलाओं की महत्वपूर्ण भूमिका पर विचार साझा करती हैं। @CSIR_IND | @DrNKalaiselvi | @GVRayasam #IndianScientists

As India assumes a global role in the impending Biotech revolution, #JammuAndKashmir joins the mainstream of India’s grand Pharma leap, with #Kathua, despite being a 2-tier city, being chosen for setting up India’s first indigenously developed 7-Amino Cephalosporinic Acid product, antibiotic for resistant infections commonly seen in patients with cancer, poorly controlled diabetes and other immuno compromised patients. Laid the foundation stone of Orchid Bio-Pharma, a Dhanuka Group Multi National Company with presence in around 40 countries. The new Pharma establishment is estimated to involve an investment of around Rs 600 to 700 Cr. ….a great boost for region’s economy and employment, and a motivation for other industrial houses to follow. Facilitated by #BIRAC, Department of Biotechnology, the project reflects the @narendramodi government’s focus on promoting India’s biotech entrepreneurship and life sciences sector.

#Lakshadweep #NIOT

Had a lively interaction with a group of 32 women parliamentarians from #Ethiopia, currently on an India visit. The Ethiopian delegation is led by Ms. Lomi Bedo Kumbi, Deputy Speaker of the House of Peoples’ Representatives. Shared some of India's globally acknowledged best practices in governance and discussed  India’s governance model based on cooperative federalism, digital administration, and women-led development. Recalled that PM @NarendraModi had addressed the Joint Session of the Ethiopian Parliament during his visit in December 2025, and was also conferred Ethiopia’s highest civilian honour, the “Great Honour Nishan of Ethiopia”, symbolizing the mutual respect and warmth between the two nations. The visiting parliamentarians are participating in the One-Week Special Capacity Building Programme on “Leadership for 21st Century Women Professional” being organised by National Centre for Good Governance #NCGG under the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances.

At the 15th Convocation Ceremony of Rajasthan Technical University, Kota, Dr. P. C. Panchariya, Director of CSIR–CEERI, attended as the Guest of Honour and extended his heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to the graduating students. @DrJitendraSingh, @CSIR_IND,

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The Exhibition put up at the Ambedkar International Centre, New Delhi, showcases an interesting model depicting the structure and working of India’s Nuclear Reactors. Could be highly inspiring for adolescent school children in their formative years.

Winding up a sumptuous visit to #Lakshadweep!

It was such a gratifying moment…locals feeling at home, sharing their thoughts and experiences in a free frank informal conversation…speaking the native dialect in which they can express themselves the best. #Lakshadweep

The world’s first-ever upcoming “Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion” (OTEC) plant at #Kavaratti #Lakshadweep, is a godsend relief for the island population which for generations suffered the irony of the English adage “water water everywhere, not a drop to drink” and perpetually depended on electricity generated by diesel transported from the mainland. In a single voice, they speak of PM @narendramodi whose personal visit and intervention changed their fortunes and also enhanced the tourist influx.

At the welding site of the HDPP (High Density Polyethelene Pipe) to be used in the world’s first-ever upcoming “Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion” (OTEC) plant at #Kavaratti #Lakshadweep. The pipe is uniquely structured to transport cold water at less than 8 degree Centigrade from more than 1,000 meter sea depth for convergence with warm sea water at the surface to harness the ocean’s natural thermal gradient to generate clean energy while simultaneously produce potable water for drinking.