India, June 14 -- image credit- pib

Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for the Ministries of Science and Technology (S&T) and Earth Sciences, Dr Jitendra Singh launched a programme to facilitate research institutes to rapidly convert scientific knowledge into market-ready solutions and outcomes for national development. He stressed the need for deeper collaboration between industries and startups.

Addressing the Industry Engagement Session on the sidelines of RISE Conclave 2026 in Bengaluru, the Minister said that India has entered a phase where scientific progress must be judged on the basis of its social and economic impact. He said that laboratories, academic institutions and industries have to work in coordination so that ...