New Delhi, July 15 -- Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) of Earth Sciences Jitendra Singh on Wednesday launched Phase-III of the Biomedical Research Career Programme (BRCP) with a total outlay of Rs 1,500 crore, including Rs 1,000 crore from the Department of Biotechnology and Rs 500 crore from London-based Wellcome Trust, UK.

Speaking to reporters, Singh credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership for turning ambitious and complex scientific initiatives into reality. He said that the program reflects the bond between India and the UK and has been contributing to fostering a culture of philanthropy for scientific research.

"We are launching phase three of the UK-DBT Wellcome Trust Alliance. I believe all the credit goes...