science and technology
Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla: India's First Astronaut to ISS Inspires Next Generation of Space Explorers
Dec 06, 2025 10:28 pm CST
Indian Air Force Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, the first Indian astronaut to visit the International Space Station, highlights India's rapid advancement in science and technology during the India International Science Festival. Following his 18-day Axiom-4 mission, Shukla shares his space experiences and encourages students to pursue careers in space research, emphasizing that the nation's progress toward Viksit Bharat 2047 depends on youth development and scientific innovation.
Narayana Murthy: Research Is the Essential Path to Building a Better India and World
Nov 12, 2025 05:43 pm CST
IT veteran N R Narayana Murthy emphasizes that strengthening India's research ecosystem is crucial for national progress. During the Infosys Prize 2025 announcement, he called for creating an aspirational, meritocratic environment that rewards scientific curiosity and innovation, drawing parallels with America's research-driven rise to superpower status. Murthy stressed that research represents humanity's noblest enterprise and the only path to fulfilling India's founding vision of prosperity and opportunity for all.
India Becoming Powerful Player In Science And Tech: UK Minister
Jun 20, 2025 07:27 pm CST
The UK must harness scientific and academic relationships with India as it becomes an increasingly powerful player in the science and technology space, Britain's minister for science, research and innovation has said.