Other Events
BRS COP 2025 Side Event on “Management of Persistent Organic Pollutants in India: Findings of India NIP Update Project”

Mr Amit Raj, Director, MoEFCC, congratulated CSIR-NEERI for organising such a side event for the first time in India.

CSIR-AMPRI Celebrates National Technology Day & its 45th Foundation Day

Dr G Satheesh Reddy, Former Chairman, DRDO, emphasised that the country cannot be Atmanirbhar if it is not self-reliant in materials and processes. He encouraged the use of our natural resources and knowledge to achieve self-reliance.

Stakeholders Meet for Dissemination of CSIR Technologies in Andaman and Nicobar Islands

The Chief Guest, Ms Pallavi Sarkar, IAS, Secretary (Agriculture/Animal Husbandry Coordinator CS Office) ED (ANIIDICO) remarked that the event is a landmark in introducing scientifically validated technologies to the Andaman & Nicobar region.

DG, CSIR, Dr N Kalaiselvi Inaugurates Stevia Processing Plant

Dr Kalaiselvi congratulated RJ Saints for taking this wonderful initiative that has the potential to be a game changer as India is the diabetic capital of the world. She appreciated the efforts of the institute in striving towards Viksit Bharat.

CSIR-National Chemical Laboratory Celebrates its Platinum Jubilee

Padma Vibhushan and Former Director General, CSIR, Dr Raghunath Mashelkar, highlighted several cutting-edge technologies being developed at the institute, which have the potential to benefit various industries

UK-India Partnership Launches “Living Laboratory’’ to Boost Pharma Industry Decarbonisation

The newly launched ‘Living Lab’ acts as a testbed and market demonstration for companies to explore and de-risk advanced sustainable pharmaceutical manufacturing technologies that significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions and increase productivity.

International Women’s Day Celebrations at CSIR-NPL

CSIR-NPL organised an extensive series of events during March 2025 to promote women’s health, fitness, and empowerment.

CSIR-NIScPR Celebrated International Women’s Day 2025 with a Special Focus on Strength and Well-being

“In the present era, women are achieving great heights based on their capabilities. No one in the world is as resilient and multifaceted as a woman,” said Dr Ranjana Aggarwal.

CSIR-IMTECH at the forefront of India’s Skill Development Initiative

The workshop aimed to provide specialised training in animal handling and biosafety laboratory practices to enhance expertise in biomedical research.

Brainstorming Session on “Breaking the Barriers in Science Communication using Folk Media”

Discussions were focused on using regional storytelling, puppetry, folk songs, and street theatre to make science more accessible to diverse linguistic and cultural communities across India.

CSIR-NIScPR Organises “Doing Science is Fun” Programme under CSIR Jigyasa Initiative

The event is expected to inspire young minds to explore the wonders of science and encourage them to become the next generation of scientists and innovators.

CSIR Participates in Rise in India 2025 Exhibition

CSIR’s enthusiastic participation in the event reinforced its commitment to advancing scientific research, promoting innovation, and inspiring the next generation of scientists and technologists.

CSIR-IHBT Celebrates National Science Day 2025

Dr Barry Pogson, Chief Guest, highlighted the new breeding technologies for crop improvement and discussed their opportunities and constraints in the changing environment.

National Science Day Celebration at CSIR-NPL

Prof. Venu Gopal Achanta, Director, CSIR-NPL, talked about the connection between Sir CV Raman and CSIR-NPL through the co-discoverer of Raman Effect Sir KS Krishnan, who was the founder director of CSIR-NPL.

Prof BD Tilak Memorial Science Day lecture at CSIR-NCL

The lecture was very interactive and discussions revolved around addressing the issue of micro and nanoplastic creation, the minimalistic approach toward plastic waste generation, the use of biobased polymers, and so on.

CSIR-IIIM Celebrates National Science Day 2025

The event, under the theme “Empowering Indian Youth for Global Leadership in Science & Innovation for Viksit Bharat,” included various activities.

CSIR-NIScPR hosts One-Day Workshop on International Day of Women and Girls in Science: Empowering Girls in STEM

Prof. Ranjana Aggarwal, Director, CSIR-NIScPR, emphasised the importance of gender equality in STEM and the need to create an enabling environment for women to excel in scientific careers.

MGMI and CSIR-CIMFR Organise National Seminar on “Technological Advancement for Sustainable Mining and Exploration” (TASME-2025)

Prof. Arvind Kumar Mishra, Director, CSIR-CIMFR, emphasised the crucial role of mining in the energy sector and pointed out how, during the COVID-19 pandemic, even regions like Dhanbad saw cleaner air, while mining operations continued.

CSIR-CIMFR Organises a One-day Workshop on “Sustainability in Coal Beneficiation: Challenges and Opportunities”

Dr Samiran Dutta expressed that in the present scenario, global warming has forced the policymakers to re-evaluate the energy security and our mother earth needs to be compensated for the exploitations. For this, he described the significance of a proper mine closure plan.

Dr N Kalaiselvi, Director General, CSIR & Secretary DSIR Inaugurates the New Building Complex of CSIR-AMPRI

Dr N Kalaiselvi highlighted that several technologies of the institute itself are used in this new building making it a unique structure.

CSIR Jigyasa EPIC Hackathon 2024

For this year, innovative ideas from students were invited in two themes, namely “One Health” and “Clean and Green Energy”.

CSIR-IMTECH Celebrates 41st Foundation Day

Dr Rajesh S Gokhale, DBT, highlighted that the BioE3 policy provides a framework to empower Indian institutions, universities, startups and industries to engage in transformative innovations.

CSIR-CSMCRI Celebrates World Hindi Day

Chief Guest Dr Raghav Prakash Sharma, Director of Parishkar Group of Colleges, and Ex-Director of Rajasthan Hindi Academy, delivered a lecture on the topic “Role of Hindi in Emotional and Intellectual Development in the Global Perspective”.

CSIR-NPL Celebrates its 79th Foundation Day

Prof. Veezhinathan Kamakoti, Director, IIT Madras, mentioned the importance of metrology and standards for the Viksit Bharat mission of Govt of India, and he presented some of his thoughts for strategising it.

12th year of CCMB’s Young Innovators Programme

The selected students spent a week in the different labs and research facilities at CSIR-CCMB.

CSIR-IIIM Jammu Celebrates 84th Foundation Day

Director CSIR-IIIM, Dr Zabeer Ahmed, highlighted the Institute’s achievements over the past year.

Hon’ble Minister Dr Jitendra Singh Inaugurates CSIR HealthCare Theme Conclave

Dr Jitendra Singh emphasised the rapid growth of the startup ecosystem in Jammu & Kashmir, which has expanded from 30 to over 350 startups in the past five years.

CSIR Conducts Scientific Aptitude Assessment Exercise under the JIGYASA Programme

The event was unique because it was the first time these many students under the CSIR JIGYASA programme performed an experiment simultaneously.

CSIR-IHBT Organises Agri Nutribiotech (ANB)

This initiative was aimed at empowering local farmers with sustainable practices and promoting the cultivation of aromatic and floriculture crops for increased economic benefits.

CSIR participates in Bharat Pride 2024 - National Science Technology Innovation & Industry Expo-2024

The CSIR booth drew considerable attention from students, industry professionals, and the general public, all eager to learn more about the technologies behind these advancements.

CSIR-NCL Celebrates the CSIR Foundation Day

Dr Hemant Darbari, Mission Director-NSM, C-DAC, Pune, during his address emphasised the grand challenge problems, including weather prediction, climate modelling, materials research, oceanographic simulations, bioinformatics, molecular dynamics, etc.

CSIR Foundation Day Celebrated at CSIR-AMPRI

Prof. ES Dwarakadasa, CEO & MD of Karnataka Hybrid Micro Devices Ltd and former Professor, IISc, Bengaluru, spoke about the ancient knowledge of metals covering the discovery and history of metals, especially from the 18th to 20th century.

CSIR-IIIM Celebrates the 9th Ayurveda Day

Dr Zabeer Ahmed, Director, CSIR-IIIM, highlighted the significance of Ayurveda in promoting holistic health.

CSIR-NIScPR Celebrates 9th Ayurveda Day with Emphasis on Integrating Traditional Wisdom and Modern Science

Prof. Ranjana Aggarwal, Director, CSIR-NIScPR, said that CSIR-NIScPR coordinates a national initiative called SVASTIK, which brings out case studies and stories of Indian traditional knowledge and share them with society.

A Two-day “Technology Showcasing and Networking Meet of CSIR-CFTRI Food and Millet Technologies”

A Two-day “Technology Showcasing and Networking Meet of CSIR-CFTRI Food and Millet Technologies”

CSIR-NIScPR Celebrates 9th Ayurveda Day with Emphasis on Integrating Traditional Wisdom and Modern Science

CSIR-NIScPR Celebrates 9th Ayurveda Day with Emphasis on Integrating Traditional Wisdom and Modern Science

‘Swacchata Hi Seva Abhiyan 2024’ organised in CSIR-CIMFR Dhanbad, in honour of Gandhi Jayanti

Cleaning drive undertaken by the staffs of CSIR-CIMFR under the leadership of Prof Arvind Kumar Mishra, Director CSIR-CIMFR

CSIR Participates in MET & HTS 2024 Exhibition

Showcased technologies and products related to Metals, Mining, Materials & Minerals theme.

One Week One Theme — Aerospace, Electronics, Instrumentation and Strategic Sector (AEISS)

Dr Abhay Anant Pashilkar, Director, CSIR-NAL, outlined a pivotal role of theme in achieving Atmanirbhar Bharat, Swasth Bharat, and Make in India initiatives.

CSIR-CRRI Celebrates 73rd Foundation Day

An MoU was signed between CSIR-CRRI and Delhi Technological University for collaboration in R&D areas of mutual interest.

CSIR-HRDC Organises Various Programmes

CSIR-HRDC Organises Various Programmes

World Environment Day Celebrations at CSIR-NBRI

On the occasion, Dr N Kalaiselvi, Hon’ble DG, CSIR inaugurated the newly established Nursery & Floriculture Centre ‘Neelkamal’ at the distant research centre of the institute situated at Banthra.

Insightful Talks on the Occasion

The celebration also included a plantation drive at the Bose-Einstein International Residence within the CSIR-IMMT campus with reinforcing the institute’s dedication to environmental conservation.

CSIR-CLRI Organises a Lecture

On this occasion, Shri Karthikeyan, IFS, Assistant Inspector General of Forests, Ministry of Environment & Forests, Regional Office, Chennai, visited CSIR-CLRI and planted the saplings.

CSIR-NEIST Celebrates World Environment Day 2024

During the event, seeds of CSIR-released BLB-resistant rice variety ‘Samba Mansuri’ along with OP-12 Biofertilizer developed by CSIR-NEIST were also distributed to the farmers.

A Joint Celebration by CSIR-CEERI, Vijnana Bharati-Rajasthan, and Parishkar College

To raise environmental awareness among the citizens, the students organised a bicycle rally on this day. In addition, a campaign called “One Tree for the Nation” was also launched to promote tree plantation.

World Ocean Day Celebrations at CSIR-NIO and Regional Centres

CSIR-NIO, RC, Visakhapatnam, along with staff, students and volunteers, worked diligently to help preserve the beauty and cleanliness of Rama Krishna Beach. This initiative was held in collaboration with the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MOES), the Ocean Society of India, and Andhra University.

CSIR-AMPRI Organises “One Week One Theme” programme on “Energy and Energy Devices”

Mr Subhro Banerjee, Director, Nordische Energy Systems Pvt. Ltd, Bengaluru, talked about foam-related battery research going on at Nordische in collaboration with CSIR-AMPRI.

CSIR-AMPRI Celebrates Foundation Day

Director, Health, Safety and Environment, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Department of Atomic Energy, Mumbai, emphasised the indigenisation and collaboration between Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Uranium Corporation of India Limited and CSIR-AMPRI in areas of mutual interest in future.

A Lecture at CSIR-NML on “From Schools to Startups: Igniting Young Minds to Innovate”

The Chief Guest, Dr Debashish Bhattacharjee, delivered a talk titled “From Schools to Startups: Igniting Young Minds to Innovate,” also this year’s National Technology Day 2024 theme.
 

A Lecture on Nuclear Energy for a Clean Environment and a Sustainable Future at CSIR-IIP

Dr DK Aswal, Director, Health, Safety and Environment Group, BARC, Mumbai, emphasised that nuclear energy is far safer and more economical than coal-based energy.
 

CSIR-IMTECH Organises a Talk on Healthcare Solutions at the Interface of Chemistry & Biology

Prof. Neetu Singh, Head of the Centre for Biomedical Engineering, IIT Delhi, elaborated on myriad health issues of the global populace.

CSIR-CSIO Celebrates National Technology Day with Emphasis on Semiconductor Innovation

The event underscored the critical role of technology in India’s S&T ecosystem and featured distinguished guests from the field of science and technology.
 

Science Models Exhibition at CSIR-IIIM

Dr Zabeer Ahmed, Director, CSIR-IIIM, Jammu, felicitated the students with mementoes and certificates of appreciation and wished them the best to make their ambition in Science.

CSIR-NBRI Transfers Technology and Exchanges an MoU

Prof. Rabinarayan Achraya, Director-General, Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences, remembered the contribution of Indian scientists in developing indigenous technologies in various fields

A Talk on the Future of Engineering Sciences at CSIR-NEIST

In his lecture, Padma Shri Dr PS Goel, FNA, FNAE, Former Secretary, MoES, presented a whole gamut of opportunities for future engineers, scientists and innovators in various disciplines of science & technology.
 

CSIR-CLRI Interacts with Stakeholders via its Regional Centres

On this occasion, students were made aware of National Technology Day and were provided information about the leather industry through technical presentations made by scientists at the centre.

National Technology Day Celebrations at CSIR-IHBT

Dr Shirshendu Mukherjee, Mission Director, Programme Management Unit, DBT-BIRAC, emphasised science, technology and innovation and mentioned the innovative schemes run by the government.

CSIR-NIIST Signs an Agreement to Collaborate in Research and Education

Prof. Prasad Krishna, Director, NIT, Calicut, urged the students to pursue their options passionately

New Technologies of CSIR-CFTRI and Exchange of Agreements

The Technology Day celebration was a resounding success, bringing together technology enthusiasts, industry experts, and students under one roof.

CSIR-CGCRI Organises a Lecture on Technology for Earth Observation 

Dr M Ravichandran, Secretary to the GoI, Ministry of Earth Sciences, elaborated on the key niche held by the world’s oceans, particularly in their role in providing food, regulating climate, and acting as the biggest carbon sink on Earth.

CSIR-CDRI Organises Translational Research Series Lecture

Dr Radha Rangarajan congratulated and felicitated the inventors who have pioneered new technologies and developed groundbreaking patents, underscoring CSIR-CDRI’s commitment to innovation and advancement in the pharmaceutical domain.

A Talk on Science and Entrepreneurship at CSIR-NCL

Dr Ashish Lele, Director, CSIR-NCL, emphasised the critical role of translating technology and its commercialisation, describing it as a long journey with many milestones but no endpoints.

CSIR-CECRI Organises a Lecture on Energy Transition Materials and Rare Earths

Dr K Ramesha, Director, CSIR-CECRI, detailed the seminal technological contributions that CSIR and CSIR-CECRI have made towards Nation-building.

CSIR-NCL Celebrates National Safety Week with Emphasis on ESG Leadership

Throughout the week, CSIR-NCL conducted a series of activities to raise awareness and enhance safety practices among its students and staff.

CSIR-IMTECH Celebrates Four Decades of Microbial Exploration Journey

Dr Sanjeev Khosla, Director, CSIR-IMTECH, gave a brief snapshot of the four decades journey of CSIR-IMTECH, from what started as a make-shift laboratory in a warehouse to a sprawling 47-acre campus in Chandigarh.

CSIR-NIScPR Celebrates its Foundation Day

Prof. Yogesh Singh, Vice Chancellor of the University of Delhi and Member of the CSIR Society, emphasised the integral role of science communication in India’s journey towards becoming a Viksit Bharat.

Prof. Chetan Singh Solanki Delivers a talk on ‘Climate Change’ at CSIR-NCL

Prof. Chetan Solanki, founder of the Energy Swaraj Foundation, motivated the students to implement the solar energy boundary conditions of limiting energy consumption and localising production.

CSIR-NIO Concludes One Month-long Oceanographic Certificate Course

Participants from Sri Lanka, Mauritius, and Seychelles attended the month-long certificate course.

CSIR-NIScPR Elevates Science Communication at World Book Fair 2024

CSIR-NIScPR remains at the forefront of promoting scientific achievements, and the World Book Fair 2024 served as a platform to further this mission.
 

CSIR-NCL Celebrates 74th Foundation Day

Dr Forbes, Co-Chairman, Forbes Marshall, highlighted the essential connection between industry and research institutions, urging CSIR-NCL to prioritise collaborative efforts with industry and educational institutions.

CSIR-NPL Marks its 78th Foundation Day

The occasion served as a platform to honour the rich legacy of CSIR-NPL while embracing the future with groundbreaking initiatives and collaborative endeavours.

S&T Media and Communicators Conclave at IISF 2023: Uniting Journalism & Science Communication

The conclave left a legacy of knowledge, inspiration, and a renewed commitment to bridging the gap between science and society through effective communication.

Vigyanika: Science Literature Festival, IISF 2023

Prof. Ranjana Aggarwal, Diirector, CSIR-NIScPR, highlighted the importance of scientific temper and CSIR-NIScPR’s commitment to fostering scientific awareness.

CSIR-NIScPR Organises “Student-Scientist Connect Programme”

Shri CB Singh, Head Jigyasa Training and HR Division at CSIR-NIScPR, emphasised the critical importance of forging connections between science and society, which can bridge the gap between the two.

CSIR-IMTECH Organises “Fit India Swachhata Freedom Run 4.0”

“The Fit India Freedom Run is yet another endeavour to strengthen the Fit Indian Movement and involve citizens to embrace fitness as a way of life”, said Dr Sanjeev Khosla, Director, CSIR-IMTECH.

Director General, WIPO, Visits CSIR-TKDL

Mr Daren Tang, DG, WIPO, expressed WIPO’s support to CSIR for a meaningful and impactful journey together.

Hon’ble Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh Inaugurates Children Science Festival at CSIR-IIIM

Dr Jitendra Singh narrated how the Jigyasa programme is inspired by PM Narendra Modi’s vision of a new India and Scientific Social Responsibility (SSR) of Scientific Communities and Institutions.

CSIR-IIIM Holds IISF Outreach Programme

Dr Zabeer Ahmed, Director, CSIR-IIIM, encouraged the students to participate in IISF-2023 in large numbers and assured them of full support in pursuing scientific inquiry.

CSIR-NGRI Celebrates the “One Week, One Lab” Programme

CSIR-NGRI organises various programmes during the event.

“One Week, One Lab” Programme at CSIR-IMMT

CSIR-IMMT organises various programmes during the event.

CSIR-NAL Celebrates “One Week, One Lab” Programme

CSIR-NAL organises various programmes during the event.

CSIR-IGIB Celebrates “One Week, One Lab” Programme

CSIR-IGIB organises various programmes during the event.

“One Week, One Lab” Event at CSIR-CMERI

CSIR-CMERI organises various programmes during the event.

CSIR-NIScPR’s “One Week, One Lab” — Engaging Science & Society

CSIR-NIScPR organises various programmes during the event.

CSIR-CIMFR Celebrates “One Week, One Lab”

CSIR-CIMFR organises various programmes during the event.

CSIR-CCMB Celebrates “One Week, One Lab” Programme

CSIR-CCMB organises various events under the programme.

CSIR-CGCRI Celebrates “One Week, One Lab” Programme

CSIR-CGCRI organises various events under the programme.

CSIR-CSIO Celebrates “One Week, One Lab” Programme

CSIR-CSIO organises various events under the programme.

CSIR-NBRI’s “One Week, One Lab” Programme

CSIR-NBRI organises various events under the programme.

CSIR-CCMB’s Open Day Gets 7000 Visitors

CSIR-Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CSIR-CCMB), Hyderabad, organized its annual Open Day on 26 September 2023 on the occasion of its parent body CSIR’s 82nd Foundation Day celebrations. 

CSIR-IIIM Celebrates 82nd CSIR Foundation Day

Around 350 students from schools and colleges visited the exhibitions and different labs of the institute.

CSIR-IMtech Celebrates 82nd CSIR Foundation Day

Director, IMTech, apprised the audience of CSIR’s service to the nation in the last eight decades and how scientific and technological interventions from CSIR have helped society.

CSIR-NIScPR Celebrates 82nd CSIR Foundation Day

During the programme various events were organised — Foundation Day lecture by the Chief Guest, release of Biennial Report (2021-2023), felicitation of NIScPR’s Retired Employees and a Cultural Programme.

CSIR Celebrates its 82nd Foundation Day

The celebrations included various events — Foundation Day Lecture, Technical Sessions, Presentation of the Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar (SSB) Prizes, Mega Expo, the culmination of “One Week, One Lab” initiative, etc.

Student-Scientist Connect Programme

The programme aimed to inculcate scientific temper among students and to create a strong relationship between science and students, emphasising the vital role of science in addressing global challenges.

IP Awareness Workshop at CSIR-CEERI

Director of CSIR-CEERI welcomed the students and explained the meaning of “Intellectual Property”, and apprised them of its importance.

DG-ICMR Releases Health Special Issues of Vigyan Pragati & Science Reporter

Release of the Health special issues of Vigyan Pragati and Science Reporter, popular science magazines published by CSIR-NIScPR

CSIR Celebrates International Women’s Day 2023

The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) celebrated the International Women’s Day 2023 on 9 March 2023 at the CSIR-National Physical Laboratory (CSIR-NPL), New Delhi.

A weeklong Celebration of International Women's Day at CSIR-CSMCRI

A weeklong celebration of International Women's Day was organised from 1-10 March 2023 at CSIR-Central Salt & Marine Chemicals Research Institute (CSIR-CSMCRI), Bhavnagar. 

“Vigyanika– Science Literature Festival” CSIR-NIScPR Organises Vigyanika as part of 8th IISF

CSIR-National Institute of Science Communication & Policy Research (CSIR-NIScPR), New Delhi, organised yet another successful edition of “Vigyanika–ScienceLiterature Festival” at the 8th India International Science Festival (IISF) inBhopal.

CSIR Innovations on Millets

“A traditional millet diet is beneficial in diabetes, obesity and a host of other disorders”:DrJitendra Singh, Hon’ble Minister, S&T.

CSIR-HRDC Organises various Programmes Programme on Excellence in Leadership

CSIR-HRDC (CSIR-Human Resource Development Centre), Ghaziabad, organised two days exclusive programme on Excellence in Leadership for newly joined Directors of CSIR Labs during 8-9 December 2022.

CSIR-NCL Celebrates 73rd Foundation Day

CSIR-National Chemical Laboratory (CSIR-NCL), Pune, celebrated the 73rd Foundation Day on 3 January 2023.

77th Foundation Day of CSIR-NPL

CSIR-National Physical Laboratory, (CSIR-NPL), New Delhi, celebrated its 77th foundation day on 4 January 2023 at the institute’s auditorium.

CSIR Initiates "One Week, One Lab" Campaign Nationwide Programme Kickstarts from CSIR-CBRI

At the first CSIR Leadership Meet on 26 September 2022, Hon’ble Minister (S&T) Dr Jitendra Singh announced the start of a nationwide campaign of showcasing technological breakthroughs, innovations and products of all the 37 CSIR laboratories.

Dr N. Kalaiselvi, DG, CSIR, virtually Inaugurates Badminton Court at CSIR-NGRI

Dr N. Kalaiselvi, DG CSIR andSecretary, DSIR, Government of India, on 04 November 2022 virtuallyinaugurated a modern and safer wooden badminton court, made as per the Badminton Association of India standards, at CSIR-National Geophysical Research Institute (CSIR-NGRI), Hyderabad.

Birth Centenary Celebrations of Prof. G.S. Ramaswamy

The Birth Centenary of Prof. G.S. Ramaswamy was celebrated with great enthusiasm on 3 October 2022, at the CSIR Campus in Taramani, Chennai, by CSIR-Structural Engineering Research Centre (CSIR-SERC).

CSIR-NIScPR Celebrates Communal Harmony Week and Flag Day 2022

Special talk on “Conflicts and Resolutions — Indian Experiences”.

CSIR-NIScPR in association with ICMR Organises Contact Session on Health Communication

“If scientists don’t communicate, non-experts will start communicating and then the cloud of misinformation and disinformation would emerge,” said Prof. Ranjana Aggarwal, Director, CSIR-NIScPR (CSIR-National Institute of Science Communication & Policy Research), New Delhi, during the inauguration of the ‘Contact Session on Health Communication’ organised by CSIR-NIScPR in association with ICMR (Indian Council of Medical Research) on 16 November 2022.

Successful Breeding of Mouse Deer: Discovering pheromones and postpartum estrus

Mouse deer or Indian chevrotain plays a major role in the forest ecosystem as a seed disperser and forms important prey for many small and large carnivores.

CSIR-NIScPR OrganisesStudent-Scientist Connect Programme

“Science has no boundaries and passion is the prerequisite to be a scientist. Through path-breaking discoveries & inventions, scientists address the challenges of the general public.” Prof. Ranjana Aggarwal, Director of CSIR-NIScPR (CSIR-National Institute of Science Communication & Policy Research), New Delhi, shared these thoughts during her inaugural address in a Student-Scientist Connect Programme organised by CSIR-NIScPR.

Hon’ble Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh Chairs the 200th Governing Body Meeting of CSIR

Keeping in tune with the transformations happening in CSIR, the Minister of Science and Technology also released the new tagline, “CSIR — The Innovation Engine of India”.

CSIR-IIIM Celebrates its 82nd Foundation Day

CSIR-Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine (CSIR-IIIM), Jammu, celebrated its 82ndFoundation Day  on 1 December 2022.In this connection, an impressive programme was held, which was largely attended by eminent scientists, faculty members of research & educational institutions, entrepreneurs, invited dignitaries and members of CSIR-IIIM.

CSIR-IIIM Celebrates the 12th Tree TalkFoundation Day in collaboration with SFE, Jammu Chapter

CSIR-Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine (CSIR-IIIM), Jammu, celebrated the 12th Tree Talk Foundation Day (1280th tree talk) on 19 December 2022at the CSIR-IIIM Jammu campus in collaboration with Society for Ethnopharmacology (SFE), India Jammu chapter.

CSMCRI Organises Vigilance Awareness Week

CSIR-Central Salt & Marine Chemicals Research Institute (CSIR-CSMCRI), Bhavnagar, organised theVigilance Awareness Week 2022 from 31 October to 6 November 2022 under this year's theme "Corruption Free India for a Developed Nation" in pursuance of the instructions issued by the Central Vigilance Commission.

CSIR-NEERI Celebrates 81st Foundation Day of CSIR

She informed that the Science, Technology, and Innovation Policy (STIP)-2020 was drafted toform anurtured ecosystem thatpromotes research andinnovation onthe part of both individuals and organisations.

CSMCRI Celebrates 81st Foundation Day of CSIR

Scientific-educational tour was organised in the institute for the students and teachers of various schools of Bhavnagar under the banner of Jigyasa to commemorate the Amrit Mahotsav of freedom.

NIO Celebrates CSIR Foundation Day 2022

CSIR-NIO invited students and the public at large for its Open Day, to know more about the scientific endeavours in ocean research.

Prof. Vidita Vaidya Delivers the CSIR Foundation Day Lecture at CSIR-NCL

Prof. Vidita Vaidya, TIFR, Mumbai, delivered the CSIR Foundation Day Lecture at CSIR-NCL, Pune, on the topic “Serotonergic Psychedelics: A revival”.

IMTECH Celebrates CSIR Foundation Day

During his lecture, Prof. Dulal Panda, Director NIPER, Mohali focused on "Lessons from 55 years of tubulin research and its implications in human health and disease".

CSIR-NIScPR Celebrates 81st Foundation Day of CSIR

CSIR-NIScPR celebrated the 81st Foundation Day of CSIR on 27 September 2022 at the National Agricultural Science Complex (NASC), New Delhi.

CSIR-IIIM Celebrates 81st Foundation Day of CSIR

Prof. Amitabha Chattopadhyay, CSIR Bhatnagar Fellow was the chief guest of this function who delivered the foundation day lecture entitled “Cholesterol Sensing by GPCRs: Challenges and Excitement”.

CSIR Foundation Day Celebrations at CSIR-CDRI

Dr G.P. Talwar, Director Research, Talwar Research Foundation, New Delhi, graced the occasion as chief guest and delivered an informative Foundation Day Lecture on "Mission-oriented Research to Develop Products of High Utility".

Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Chairs CSIR Society Meeting

“One person, one lab” approach was encouraged by the Hon'ble PM to advance scientific research and development.

CSIR-NIScPR Releases the Special Issue of “Vigyan Pragati” — Hindi Popular Science Magazine

The August 2022 special issue of Vigyan Pragati focuses on India’s leading organisations engaged in science popularisation, covering government and voluntary organisations.

CSIR-IHBT Empowering Farmers of the Lahaul Valley

On the occasion, Dr Sanjay Kumar, Director, CSIR-IHBT, welcomed the Hon’ble Minster and apprised him of the research and extension activities carried out by the institute.

Joint Secretary of CSIR visits CSIR-NIScPR

CSIR-NIScPR, New Delhi, organised the culmination programme of Hindi Month 

Dr Radha Rangarajan takes charge as Director of CSIR-CDRI

Dr Radha Rangarajan has been actively involved in translational research and product development in the public health arena for the last two decades.

Dr Jitendra Singh Inaugurates Bisphenol-A Pilot Plant at CSIR-NCL

The uniqueness of the method developed by CSIR-NCL is a novel downstream process technology, which makes this indigenous technology competitive with global benchmarks.

Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh Announces "One Week One Lab" Campaign

CSIR breakthroughs like drone, heliborne technology, state-of-the-art sewage cleaning machines, Aroma Mission and many others have opened up huge opportunities for developing meaningful and equal stake partnerships among Research, Academia and Industry, says Dr Jitendra Singh.

CSIR-HRDC Organises Various Programmes

CSIR-HRDC Organises Various Programmes

Technology Transfer on CO2 Capture by CSIR-CECRI

This technology could be used in multiple areas like thermal power plants, submarines, biogas enrichment, automotive sector and direct air capturing in highly polluted cities thereby minimising CO2 concentration leading to reduction in global warming.

 

CSIR-NIO celebrates World Youth Skills Day

At the inaugural session Dr Maria-Judith Gonsalves, Senior Principal Scientist, CSIR-NIO, welcomed the students and teachers and elaborated on the importance of skilling and upskilling. 

CSIR-IHBT Celebrates 40th Foundation Day

Dr T. Ramasami delivered the foundation day speech on “Towards Sustainable Bioeconomy Path of Himalayan Biosphere: IHBT as the Path Finder”.

CSIR-CECRI Celebrates its 75th Foundation Day

Dr N. Kalaiselvi, the then Director, CSIR-CECRI,in her presidential address,proudly mentioned the coincidence of this day with the 100th birthday of Prof. John Bannister Goodenough, Nobel Laureate who is known for his development of lithium-ion batteries.

CSIR-NCL Celebrates the 76th Indian Independence Day

Shri Sahasrabudhe said that the freedom movement was not only fought by political and social leaders, but scientific leaders were also actively involved in it.

CSIR-IHBT Celebrates 76th Independence Day

On this auspicious occasion, a new issue of "Manthan" magazine of Staff Club was released.

Newly Appointed DG, CSIR, N. Kalaiselvi calls on Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh

“CSIR with 38 laboratories and over 4,500 scientists must focus on emerging innovations in areas like hydrogen in the energy transition, carbon capture and storage, accessible solar power, plastic recycling and cheap energy storage,” says Dr Jitendra Singh.

CSIR Technologies for Rural Livelihood

Technology Demonstration and Networking Meet.

CSIR-NIScPR and CSIR-IIP Organise Farmer-Industry-Scientist Meet

Dissemination of CSIR Technologies ‘KisanSabha’ & ‘Gur Bhatti’ for Rural Development.

CCMB Celebrates Founder’s Day on Dr PM Bhargava’s Birth Anniversary

CSIR-Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB), Hyderabad, celebrated Founder’s Day on the occasion of the birth anniversary of their Founder Director, Dr PM Bhargava on 22 February 2022. 

CDRI’s 71st Annual Day Celebrations

"Trust, Transparency, Timeline & Mutual Respect are the key to success for the development of Covaxin in record time through Public-Private Partnership”: Prof. Balram Bhargava

CSIR-NIScPR Organises Outreach Event for Specially-abled Children

To sensitise Specially-abled children about scientific issues & create scientific temper among them, an outreach & sensitisation programme for Specially-abled children was organised.

CSIR-NCL Celebrates its 72nd Foundation Day

Shri Subroto Bagchi’s talk was focused on the concept of “memories for the future”. He initiated his talk by saying, “Human brain essentially is a memory device. And most of the memories are about the past.

CSIR-NIO Celebrates its 57th Foundation Day

The Governor mentioned that “Oceans are a treasure house of resources and with the increasing constraints on land the focus of research is growing on the Ocean Front.”

National Science Day Celebration at CSIR-AMPRI

National Science Day 2022 Celebrations @  CSIR-AMPRI, Bhopal 

CSIR-CSMCRI, Bhavnagar organizing an online Quiz competition

CSIR-CSMCRI, Bhavnagar organizing an online Quiz competition to celebrate National Science Day  and Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav on 28 February 2022 (Monday, 4.00 PM to 5.00 PM) under CSIR-Jigyasa program.

CSIR-HRDC Conducts Various Programmes

CSIR-HRDC (CSIR-Human Resource Development Centre), Ghaziabad, organised two (Half) days online programme on Noting, Drafting and Office Procedures during 2-3 September 2021.

CSIR-NCL Celebrates Open Day

Dr Ashish Lele, Director, CSIR-NCL, shared anecdotes on the formation of the CSIR and its constituent laboratories and informed about the crucial role played by the legendary scientists and leaders at that time.

NCL at 100: Building Memories of the Future

CSIR-NCL 72 Foundation Day Celebration

CSIR-HRDC Conducts Various Programmes

CSIR-HRDC (Human Resource Development Centre), Ghaziabad, organised an online Programme on Ethics in Research and Governance during 23-25 August 2021.

Launch of CSIR Virtual Lab Platform

Launch of CSIR Virtual Lab Platform under CSIR Jigyasa Initiative.

CSIR-CECRI Celebrates 74th Foundation Day Celebration

Dr Shekhar C. Mande highlighted the major role played by CSIR-CECRI in shaping the electrochemical technology landscape especially the crucial role in the strategic sector.

CSIR-CCMB Open Days 2021

There will be experimental demonstrations, discussions with scientists and competitions.

CSIR-IHBT Institute Celebrates its 39th Foundation Day

Dr Shekhar C. Mande appreciated the research and development work, scientific achievements and contribution of CSIR-IHBT to society.

International Day of Yoga 2021 at CSIR-CLRI

Quoting Swami Vivekananda “Each soul is potentially divine,” Swamiji said, asanas control nature and the body both internally & externally.

Yoga Day Celebration at CSIR-NIScPR

Prof. Ranjana Aggarwal, Director, CSIR-NIScPR, said that through Yoga a healthy society and nation can be built.

CSIR-CMERI Post-Harvest Technologies for cutting down Huge Losses in Agricultural Produce

CSIR-CMERI has made the Socio-Economic development of the North-Eastern Region one of its primary Technology Objectives.

CSIR-IHBT Celebrates International Yoga Day

As part of the celebration at CSIR-IHBT, a Yoga expert demonstrated various yoga asanas and meditation techniques for the relaxation of body and mind to the CSIR-IHBT staff.

National Technology Day 2021 at CSIR-CLRI

Dr J. Raghava Rao said that CSIR-CLRI has already taken steps in implementing appropriate initiatives focusing on goat leather processing, including techniques to impart sheep-like properties to goat skins.

CSIR-NEERI Observes National Technology Day

Dr S. Chandrasekhar said that CSIR-NEERI is committed to providing a clean and green environment through technological interventions.

National Technology Day 2021 Celebration at CSIR-IMMT

Prof. Ganapati D. Yadav delivered a very informative lecture on "What best hydrogen economy can do for the World in search of net-zero ?".

CSIR-AMPRI Celebrates National Technology Day

Dr A.K. Srivastava said that through the programmes like Jigyasa a large number of students and teachers are getting acquainted with the R&D activities of major research laboratories.

National Technology Day Celebration at CSIR-IHBT

CSIR-IHBT is also leading the CSIR Floriculture Mission in the region and promoting high-value floriculture crop cultivation to enhance farmer’s income and develop entrepreneurship.

CSIR-NCL Celebrates the National Technology Day

“Hydrogen is the only option for deep decarbonisation,” Shri Ravi Pandit.

International Women's Day Celebration at CSIR-IHBT

On this occasion, Dr D.K. Aswal, Director, CSIR-National Physical Laboratory, New Delhi, delivered a lecture on the topic "Leadership for Institution Building: Story of National Physical Laboratory".

CSIR-NISCAIR and VIBHA Launch Thematic Luni-Solar Calendar: The Calendar Educates the Medicinal & Nutritional Values of Food

India has a great repository of traditional knowledge which aims at the health, nutrition and well-being of humans.

58th Foundation Day Programme of CSIR-IMMT

CSIR-Institute of Minerals and Materials Technology (CSIR-IMMT), Bhubaneswar, is conducting its 58th Foundation Day Programme on Tuesday, 13 April 2021. Stay tuned to watch it live.

A Special Session on the Release of a Thematic Luni-Solar Calendar ‘Food as a Medicine’

CSIR-National Institute of Science Communication and Information Resources (CSIR-NISCAIR), New Delhi, and Vijnana Bharati, will be organising a special session on the release of a thematic Luni-Solar Calendar ‘Food as a Medicine’ on the occasion of Chaitra Shukla Pratipada (Nav Varsh) on 13 April 2021 (10:00-11:00 am)

Two CSIR Labs Celebrate the National Science Day

National Science Day lecture on “Making the Vision of India's New STIP a Reality: What does this mean for the Development of Human Capital?”

Hosting of Student Engineering Model Competition (SEMC) for IISF-2020 at CSIR-CEERI

As a part of IISF 2020, CSIR-CEERI organised the Students Engineering Model Competition (SEMC) & Exposition, in association with Vigyan Bharati Rajasthan during 23-24 December 2020.

Overseas Ministers & Diplomats Conclave (OMDC) — IISF 2020

As part of IISF 2020, the Overseas Science & Technology Ministers Conclave was organised that provided a platform for closely examining the priorities S&T and take stock of challenges faced by partner countries in finding ways and means to deal with the growing menace of COVID-19.

Vigyanika-International Science Literature Festival

VIGYANIKA-International Science Literature Festival was organised as part of IISF 2020 from 22 to 24 December. 

Sustainable and Substantial Goals

The 6th India International Science Festival-IISF 2020 had a vertical focusing on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) 2030 covering eight aspects – Biodiversity, Clean air, Energy, Habitat (Rural and Urban), Health Research Conclave, Waste & Sanitation, Water and Wellness Conclave.

India International Science Festival 2020

Science and Technology are incomplete unless its benefits percolate to the Society: Prime Minister

CSIR-NBRI Celebrates its 67th Annual Day

CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute, Lucknow, celebrated its 67th Annual Day on 27 October 2020 through online mode.

Vigilance Awareness Week at CSIR-CBRI

CSIR-Central Building Research Institute, Roorkee, observed Vigilance Awareness Week with the theme “Vigilant India, Prosperous India” during 27 October-2 November 2020.

Dr Harsh Vardhan Lays the Foundation of a New Institute NIScPR

Merging of two prestigious institutes CSIR-NISCAIR & CSIR-NISTADS gives birth to a new Institute,  NIScPR

Dr Harsh Vardhan Launches Footwear Sizing system at CSIR-CLRI

Minister of Science and Technology, Health & Family Welfare and Earth Sciences, Dr Harsh Vardhan, on 9 January 2021 launched the Footwear Sizing System, Fashion Forecasting Card and CLRI Comfort Shoes for Women — TOESPRING at CSIR-CLRI (Central Leather Research Institute), Tamil Nadu.

National Metrology Conclave 2021

CSIR-National Physical Laboratory (NPL), New Delhi, organised National Metrology Conclave on 4 January 2021 on its 75th foundation day.

Dr Harsh Vardhan Inaugurates Curtain Raiser India International Science Festival 2020

Minister of S&T, Health & Family Welfare and Earth Sciences, Dr Harsh Vardhan inaugurated the curtain raiser of the virtual mega science event, IISF 2020.

79th CSIR Foundation Day Celebrations at CSIR-CDRI

CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute, Lucknow, celebrated the 79th CSIR Foundation Day on 28 September 2020.

79th CSIR Foundation Day Celebration at CSIR-CECRI

CSIR-Central Electrochemical Research Institute (CSIR-CECRI), Karaikudi, celebrated the 79th Foundation Day of Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) with usual gaiety, in a virtual mode.

CSIR-NISCAIR & CSIR-NISTADS Celebrate 79th CSIR Foundation Day

79th CSIR Foundation Day and the conclusion of the Hindi Month Celebration on 26 September 2020 organised virtually on MS teams by CSIR-NISCAIR and CSIR-NISTADS.

CSIR Celebrates 79th Foundation Day

“It is indeed a privilege to be associated with CSIR in any capacity and you all have the great privilege of working for CSIR” — says Dr Harsh Vardhan

World Contraception Day (26 September 2020)

Celebrating 30 Years of Effective & Affordable Contraception.

CSIR Young Scientist Awardees Confabulation

CSIR-Human Resource Development Centre (HRDC), Ghaziabad, organising CSIR Young Scientist Awardees Confabulation on 29 September 2020.

CSIR-CECRI Celebrates 73rd Foundation Day

CSIR-CECRI (Central Electrochemical Research Institute), Karaikudi, celebrated its 73rd Foundation Day on 25 July 2020 on a virtual platform. 

IMTECH conducts Webinar on Bio-methodology of Laboratory Animals

CSIR-Institute of Microbial Technology (IMTECH) on 11 June 2020 conducted a Webinar Series on “Bio-methodology of Laboratory Animals” under “CSIR Integrated Skill Development Programme” for Human Resource Development (HRD).

International Yoga Day 2020, Yoga for a Healthy Body & Mind

This year, the 6th edition of the International Yoga Day was celebrated around the theme “Ghar Ghar mein Yog” or “Yoga at Home, Yoga with Family”, signifying the importance of staying at home to practice social distancing and curbing the spread of COVID-19. 

CSIR-HRDC Organises MS Teams & Plantation Programmes

CSIR-HRDC (Human Resource Development Centre), Ghaziabad, organised a series of ‘MS Teams Familiarisation Programmes’.

CSIR-NCL Celebrates International Women’s Day

CSIR-National Chemical Laboratory (CSIR-NCL), Pune, celebrated the International Women’s Day by organising various activities including a half-day symposium on “Women in Science” on 9 March 2020.

CSIR-NISCAIR’s Online Competitions for Students Receive Overwhelming Response

In view of the lockdown conditions prevailing throughout the country, to enthuse and involve students more closely in issues pertaining to the coronavirus outbreak and COVID-19 disease, the CSIR-National Institute of Science Communication and Information Resources (CSIR-NISCAIR), New Delhi announced online competitions on the theme “Coronavirus: An Invisible Enemy”. 

Shri U. Raja Babu Delivers the National Science Day Lecture at CSIR-NCL

CSIR-National Chemical Laboratory (CSIR-NCL), Pune, celebrated the National Science Day with a lecture by Shri U. Raja Babu, Project Director, Mission Shakti, DRDO, Hyderabad, on “Technological Challenges: Missile and Space Defence” on 28 February 2020. 

CSIR-CBRI Awakens Students on National Science Day

CSIR-Central Building Research Institute, Roorkee, organised a Student-Scientist Connect Programme under Jigyasa on National Science Day.

International Women’s Day Lecture “Women Health: It Takes Two to Tango”

As part of the International Women’s Day celebrated on 8 March every year, CSIR-NISCAIR (National Institute of Science Communication and Information Resources) and CSIR-NISTADS (National Institute of Science, Technology and Development Studies), New Delhi, jointly organised a lecture on “Women Health: It Takes Two to Tango” on 5 March 2020.

Important Awareness Days Observed by CSIR-CBRI under JIGYASA

CSIR-Central Building Research Institute, Roorkee, observed various awareness days under JIGYASA: Student-Scientist Connect Programme.

Thacker Memorial Lawn Tennis Tournament at CSIR-CEERI

The Thacker Lawn Tennis Tournament was organised during 17-20 December 2019 at the CSIR-Central Electronics Engineering Research Institute (CSIR-CEERI), Pilani.

CSIR-NCL Celebrates 70th Foundation Day

CSIR-National Chemical Laboratory (CSIR-NCL), Pune, celebrated its 70th Foundation Day on 6 January 2020.