New Delhi- India has taken a major step towards strengthening its indigenous ocean research infrastructure with the launch of ORV Sagar Manthan, an advanced Ocean Research Vessel built in India for the National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR). The vessel, identified as Yard 3041 during construction, was launched at Rishi Bankim Shipyard in […]
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New Delhi, September 1: Union Minister for Science and Technology Dr. Jitendra Singh has urged the Technology Development Board (TDB) to intensify efforts to explain the objectives and application process of the government’s ₹1 lakh crore Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) Fund to technology companies, researchers and other eligible stakeholders. Speaking at the 30th Foundation […]
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New Delhi, July 27, 2026:Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh on Monday introduced the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026 in the Lok Sabha to strengthen the legal framework against examination malpractices, including question paper leaks, impersonation and organised cheating. The Bill seeks to amend the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, […]
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New Delhi, June 25: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh, on Thursday said that rapid technological advancements are transforming the nature of warfare, making innovation a key pillar of national security. He stressed that India’s future defence capabilities will increasingly depend on Artificial Intelligence (AI), Quantum Technologies, Biotechnology […]
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New Delhi, June 10: Union Minister Jitendra Singh on Wednesday said that the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 has transformed India’s education system by giving students greater freedom to pursue subjects and careers based on their interests and abilities. Speaking at the The Week Education Conclave 2026 in New Delhi, the minister described the policy […]
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New Delhi, May 31: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh, has said that the technological progress achieved over the past twelve years has laid a strong foundation for India’s vision of becoming a developed nation by 2047. He stated that India has evolved from merely adopting technologies developed […]
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New Delhi : Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology and Earth Sciences, and Minister of State for PMO, Department of Atomic Energy, Department of Space, Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Dr Jitendra Singh today said that the Union Budget 2026–27 pushes technology-driven AI-integrated structural reforms to shape India’s future and lays […]
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New Delhi, January 26, 2026: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Earth Sciences, Dr. Jitendra Singh, hosted a special felicitation ceremony at Prithvi Bhawan to recognise the scientists and researchers contributing to India’s ambitious Deep Ocean Mission (DOM). The event followed their invitation as Special Guests at the Republic Day Parade 2026, marking national […]
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New Delhi : Addressing the youth on the occasion of National Youth Day, Union Minister Jitendra Singh said that democratisation of education under the Modi Government is indeed the true realisation of Swami Vivekanand’s dream for India’s youth. The Minister was the keynote speaker at the National Youth Conclave commemorating Swami Vivekanand’s birth anniversary, organised […]
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New Delhi | January 2, 2026- Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology Dr. Jitendra Singh on Thursday said that India’s ongoing reform journey is being powered by science, technology, and innovation, with digital and scientific tools now embedded at the heart of governance and economic transformation. Addressing a year-end media briefing […]
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