Birbal Sahni Institute of Palaeosciences

From the discovery of zero to the development of the number system and advancements in astronomy, India’s culture has always been rooted in knowledge and discovery. Today, we are carrying this scientific heritage forward with modern technology and renewed confidence. Recent examples from the past year help us better understand these transformations. On October 30th, as the nation prepares to celebrate the birth anniversary of Dr. Homi Jehangir Bhabha, it is fitting that we begin with nuclear energy. As you all know, building a Viksit Bharat requires nuclear energy on a large scale. Our dependence on nuclear fuel exports poses a challenge to our energy security. Therefore, Bharat is developing its own fast breeder reactor technology. A couple of months ago, the country's 500 MW prototype fast breeder reactor achieved first criticality, a significant milestone in strengthening our long-term energy independence. -PM Sh @narendramodi. #ESTIC2026

PM Sh @narendramodi attends the inauguration of the Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave 2026 at Bharat Mandapam and reviews key technological developments and innovations. #ESTIC2026

Visited different stalls at the Exhibition put up at the "Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave" #ESTIC2026, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The exhibition features selected 50 deep-tech StartUps, 13 departmental stalls and 10 departmental technologies, reflecting the breadth of India’s scientific and technological capabilities. Among the exhibits, for example, is CSIR Designer Rice with high-protein, low-glycaemic-index particularly for use by those having Diabetes, developed at CSIR–National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology Thiruvananthapuram. There is , for instance, an interesting StartUp developed Brain Electrode for management of Parkinson’s disease. The exhibition also showcases JEET, the SCMC4212 microcontroller unit developed by Signalchip, reflecting India's growing capabilities in indigenous semiconductor and electronic-system design. Other displays include bio-based packaging and reusable or application-specific products, illustrating the wider scope of innovation in materials and sustainability. The @narendramodi government has consistently reaffirmed its commitment to help StartUps link with industry.

Launch Day! #ISRO marks another milestone in India’s Space journey! The GSLV-F18/NVS-03 mission scheduled for launch today, 30 October 2026, at 23:51 hrs IST from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC SHAR), Sriharikota. NVS-03, the third satellite in the second-generation NVS series, designed to augment the NavIC constellation and ensure continuity of navigation services. A significant step towards strengthening India’s indigenous navigation capabilities!