Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit, Vice Chief of Air Staff had a meeting with Prof. @AjaySoodIISc, Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India to discuss the overall science and technology ecosystem and the role of technological advancements in strengthening the defence forces.

Prof. @AjaySoodIISc, Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India, and Mr @lemaitre_eu, Director-General for Research & Innovation at the @EU_Commission, co-chaired the stocktaking meeting of Working Group 2 (Clean and Green Technologies) under the India–EU Trade and Technology Council, ahead of the third India–EU TTC Ministerial Meeting scheduled to be held in Brussels on 15 July 2026. Dr Parvinder Maini, Scientific Secretary, Office of the PSA, offered remarks on the way forward. Ms Nienke Buisman, European Commission and Dr Rakesh Kaur, Adviser/Scientist G, OPSA made a joint presentation on the achievements and deliverables under Working Group 2. They reviewed progress across collaborative research and innovation initiatives while outlining priorities for the next phase of engagement. Discussions focused on advancing implementation through pilot projects and testing, promoting standards convergence, strengthening institutional partnerships, enhancing industry participation, and developing a focused agenda capable of delivering tangible outcomes. Dr Hafsa Ahmad, Scientist D, OPSA; Mr Antonio Marquez-Camacho, Policy Officer, DG Research & Innovation, European Commission; and Dr Vivek Dham, Adviser, Delegation of the European Union to India also joined the discussions. Mr Kinchit Bihani | Mr Asim Anwar | Dibojit Pathak

The Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India is enabling strategic coordination across India's frontier technology landscape by shaping national missions in quantum technology, artificial intelligence, electric mobility, and sustainable technologies. ➡️Quantum: From secure quantum communication across hundreds of kilometres to indigenous quantum devices, the National Quantum Mission is advancing indigenous capabilities in computing, communication, sensing, and advanced materials. ➡️Artificial Intelligence: The IndiaAI Mission is building a trusted public AI ecosystem that will power healthcare, agriculture, education, manufacturing, and governance. ➡️Electric Vehicles: Guided by the EV mission and other complementary initiatives, electric mobility is redefining transport as India scales EV manufacturing, battery production, and charging infrastructure for a cleaner, smarter, and energy-secure future. ➡️Sustainable technologies: Produced using renewables, green hydrogen can decarbonise heavy industry and transport. The National Green Hydrogen Mission is creating hubs, scaling electrolysers, and enabling large-scale industrial pilots, thus laying the foundation of a resilient, low-carbon economy. Working with ministries, academia, startups, and industry, the Office is enabling mission-driven roadmaps, technology translation, and global partnerships. As we move towards Viksit Bharat 2047, frontier technologies are becoming the pillars of economic growth, strategic resilience, sustainability, and global leadership. @MHI_GoI | @mnreindia | @GoI_MeitY | @IndiaDST | @AjaySoodIISc

Vigyan Dhara: Sarvasya Aarogyam – June 2026 Edition | Advisory & Review Committee on Medical Countermeasures: One Health Approach for a Healthy Planet – The Imperatives of a Technology Push Preparing for the next pandemic begins long before the next outbreak. The article, "Advisory & Review Committee on Medical Countermeasures," highlights how India's One Health vision can strengthen national preparedness through science, technology, and collaboration. It explores the critical role of advanced diagnostics, rapid vaccine development, AI-powered surveillance, indigenous innovation, and integrated medical countermeasures in building an effective health ecosystem. Research, public-private partnerships, domestic manufacturing, and cross-sector collaboration are imperative for faster detection, stronger response, and better protection against any future health threats. A healthier future depends on investing in innovation today. Read the full article, written by Dr @RenuSwarup, Former Secretary to the Government of India, @DBTIndia, and featured in Vigyan Dhara: Sarvasya Aarogyam – June 2026 Edition: lnkd.in/gjmGTXzb #OneHealth #Medical #PublicHealth #HealthSecurity #PandemicPreparedness

The Raisina Science & Diplomacy Initiative Special Report is now live. Developed in partnership with @PrinSciAdvGoI (@PrinSciAdvOff) the report brings together the key ideas, discussions, and outcomes from the inaugural Science & Diplomacy Initiative at #RaisinaDialogue2026. Explore insights on science diplomacy, strategic autonomy, emerging technologies, and global governance. Read the report: or-f.org/39466 #RaisinaDialogue #science #diplomacy

Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India, Prof. @AjaySoodIISc will be serving the Guest Editorial Board of @aaas Science & Diplomacy for the period of 2026-2027. In this capacity, Prof Sood will be contributing his insights on the nexus of science and diplomacy. Read More at sciencediplomacy.org/science…

Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India, Prof. Ajay Kumar Sood welcomed Prof. @waghmare16 as the new Secretary of the @IndiaDST. They discussed the vision for further strengthening India's scientific and innovation ecosystem.

The Office of Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India is contributing towards building a comprehensive ecosystem for India's deep tech innovation. Deep tech comprises cutting-edge, science‑and engineering‑driven technologies that have the potential to redefine industries, strengthen national security, and advance strategic independence. As India transitions from a technology consumer to a global “Product Nation”, there has been a growing emphasis on deep tech, with startups emerging as key agents of frontier innovation and a knowledge-driven economy. Aligning with this vision, the Office has laid the foundation for India's Deep Tech ecosystem through recommendations on: → Dedicated Deep Tech startup definition: To establish a clear, standardised definition that will enable targeted support and regulatory measures to startup ventures. → Specialized Fund of Funds: Thematically focused funds such as Startup India Fund of Funds 2.0 with a corpus of ₹10,000 crore to support the startups. → Stronger intellectual property protection: The IP and Patent framework aims to improve clarity, consistency, and predictability while aligning India’s patent practices with global standards. → Faster commercialisation of research: Clear guidelines to translate publicly funded research into market-ready solutions. → Regulatory sandboxes: Sector-specific sandboxes to enable safe testing, participatory consultations, and standards development. → National talent pipeline: To build a national network of scientists, researchers, experts; support upskilling; and offering grants to make deep tech careers more viable. Through these steps, the Office is contributing towards building the foundation for India's Deep Tech future, driving innovation, strengthening national capability, and positioning India as a global technology leader.

RT @IndiaDST: Prof. Umesh V. Waghmare, President of @jncasr, has been appointed as Secretary, Department of Science & Technology @IndiaDST…

The Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India is contributing towards building a healthier and resilient India through scientific advisory to shape the National One Health Mission. Recognizing the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health sectors, the mission aims to enable a coordinated action across sectors to prevent, detect, and respond to health threats. Approved by the Prime Minister’s Science, Technology and Innovation Advisory Council (PM-STIAC), led by the OPSA, and implemented by the Indian Council of Medical Research (@ICMRDELHI), the mission unites ministries and scientific institutions to boost integrated disease surveillance, early warning, research collaboration, laboratory networks, and pandemic readiness. This coordinated framework accelerates data sharing, capacity building, and joint response planning to ensure faster and more effective interventions when risks emerge. The Mission is complemented through other initiatives of science-based regulation of medical products and devices to support patient safety, quality assurance, innovation, and indigenous manufacturing; and the National Plant Health Initiative to protect crops and biodiversity through better surveillance, diagnostics, sustainable agriculture, and biosecurity. Together, these initiatives are reshaping the approach to health by linking research, regulation, agriculture, and governance to build a healthier, safer and more resilient nation under the One Health framework.

The Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser (OPSA) to the Government of India launched the TRL Compass Platform to standardise Technology Readiness Level (TRL) assessments across sectors on 29 June 2026 under the chairmanship of Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India Prof. @AjaySoodIISc. The TRL Compass platform adapts the globally accepted nine-level TRL scale to the specific needs of India's research and innovation ecosystem. In his remarks, Prof. Sood highlighted the need for a common framework to assess technology readiness, guide public investment, and support commercialisation. He advised institutions to adopt TRL Compass as a standard framework for funding, reviewing, and developing technology. Dr (Mrs.) Parvinder Maini, Scientific Secretary, OPSA, remarked on the lack of a common way to assess technology maturity and emphasised how TRL Compass provides a shared and objective framework that will bring the stakeholders together, make technology transfer easier, and encourage greater focus on real-world outcomes. Mr Vinayak Godse, Chief Executive Officer and Dr. Preeti Banzal, Adviser/Scientist 'G' signed a MoU was on behalf of Data Security Council of India and OPSA, respectively. The MoU facilitates collaboration on technology readiness assessments, development of a Technology Radar methodology, and driving the adoption of TRL Compass across India's research and innovation ecosystem. To assess the TRL Compass Framework: trlcompass.in Read the full PIB report: pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.… @shivkuma_k | @sangeetagupta29

𝐕𝐢𝐠𝐲𝐚𝐧 𝐃𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐚: 𝐒𝐚𝐫𝐯𝐚𝐬𝐲𝐚 𝐀𝐚𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐲𝐚𝐦 – 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞 2026 𝐄𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 | 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐁𝐥𝐮𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡: 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐚'𝐬 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐀𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞 The Sarvasya Aarogyam edition of Vigyan Dhara highlights the commitment of India to advancing the One Health approach by recognising the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health. The chapter, "From Blueprint to Breakthrough: India's National One Health Mission Comes Alive," highlights how the National One Health Mission is transforming vision into action through integrated disease surveillance, joint outbreak response, research, and pandemic preparedness. From establishing a national network of BSL-3 laboratories and conducting large-scale outbreak simulation exercises to developing AI-enabled information systems and strengthening coordination from the national to the grassroots level, it marks a significant shift from reactive response to preventive preparedness. Explore more in this chapter authored by Dr. Sangeeta Agarwal, Ms. Arundhati Mohanty, and Ms. Richa Chaturvedi featured in the June 2026 edition of Vigyan Dhara – Sarvasya Aarogyam.: psa.gov.in/CMS/web/sites/def… #OneHealth #NationalOneHealthMission #SarvasyaAarogyam #VigyanDhara

The Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India had launched the Mega Science Vision 2035 to prepare India for future scientific challenges and opportunities in the six mega science areas - High Energy Physics, Climate Research, Accelerator S&T and Applications, Astronomy and Astrophysics, Nuclear Physics, and Ecology & Environmental Science. Developed through extensive consultations with scientists, researchers, industry leaders, policymakers, and global experts, the initiative identifies the technologies, research infrastructure, and collaborations that will shape India's scientific future. The reports released serve as a roadmap for strengthening research, accelerating innovation, building advanced scientific facilities, and nurturing future talent. As India moves towards Viksit Bharat 2047, Mega Science Vision 2035 provides a blueprint for scientific excellence, technological self-reliance, and innovation-led growth.

In a recent interview with Businessworld, Prof. Ajay Kumar Sood, Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India, emphasised that India's path to becoming a Top 10 innovation nation will depend on greater investment in R&D, stronger collaboration, and the successful commercialisation of research. Read the full interview: businessworld.in/article/gcc…

Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India, Prof. @AjaySoodIISc, and Scientific Secretary Dr. Parvinder Maini joined the 25th Foundation Day celebrations of the Society for Electronic Transactions and Security (SETS) on 25 June 2026 in Chennai. They were joined by Dr. N. Subramanian, Executive Director and Ms. Suganya A, Scientist 'G' of SETS on the dais. Dr. Rakesh Kaur, Adviser/Scientist 'G', and Mr. Vivek Kumar, Scientist 'D', from the Office of PSA also participated in the event. Prof. Sood in his presidential address, highlighted the growth and impact of SETS in the last 25 years as a premier scientific organisation with advancements in cryptography, hardware security, network security, post-quantum cryptography, and quantum security. Prof Sood also expressed his satisfaction on SETS contribution to national missions including the National Supercomputing Mission and National Quantum Mission. He underscored the importance of building quantum resilience in the country and called upon SETS to assume a national leadership role in post-quantum cryptography, testing, evaluation, and standardisation. He emphasized on the need to synergise AI, Quantum and cybersecurity to overcome the growing challenges in the area of digital safety and reiterated the bigger role of SETS in finding solutions in these frontier areas of cybersecurity. Dr Maini, in her address, emphasised the growing importance of cybersecurity as India's digital transformation gathers pace across governance, critical infrastructure and strategic sectors, amid increasingly sophisticated cyber threats. She underscored the need to develop a strong cybersecurity talent pipeline to address the widening skills gap in India and globally. In this context, she highlighted the unique MTech. programme in Hardware Security & Cryptology, jointly offered by SETS and the Defence Institute of Advanced Technology (@diat_ap), as a catalytic initiative to nurture highly skilled cybersecurity professionals for the nation.

On the occasion of the 25th Foundation Day of the Society for Electronic Transactions and Security (SETS), we reflect on its remarkable journey in advancing India's cybersecurity ecosystem over the past 25 years. 🎥 Watch the Foundation Day celebrations live: piped.video/live/vdiMDRKbDT0

On the occasion of the 25th Foundation Day of the Society for Electronic Transactions and Security (SETS) on 25 June 2026, the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India reflects on the institution’s journey and contributions to strengthening India’s cybersecurity ecosystem. Conceived in 2002 by Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam and established under the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser, SETS has translated the vision of a cyber-resilient and digitally secure India into tangible outcomes over the past two decades. Through sustained contributions to cybersecurity research and innovation, SETS has played a pivotal role in strengthening India’s digital security ecosystem across domains such as cryptology and computing, hardware security, quantum security, and network security.

The Office of Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India is helping build an inclusive science and technology ecosystem through initiatives such as Inclusivity in STEMM. ➡️ The Inclusivity in STEMM Framework, developed by the OPSA, serves as a toolkit to enable systemic change and create a more inclusive scientific landscape. The framework will help in ensuring gender based equity; promoting historically underserved groups; ensuring diversity of thoughts, disciplines, perspectives, and experience; ensuring plurality of knowledge and languages; and fostering just, ethical, and open science. ➡️ @ManthanOPSA, an initiative of the OPSA, serves as a collaborative digital platform connecting the country's science and innovation ecosystem. The platform currently features 65 Women in STEM members, 332 women entrepreneurs, 51 collaboration opportunities, and celebrates excellence through initiatives such as She Is – Water Sheroes. ➡️ Complementing these efforts, the programs by Government of India such as WISE-KIRAN, SERB-POWER, WISE-PDF, among others continue to strengthen women's participation across every stage of the scientific career pathway. Designed for academia, research organisations, industry, and government, these programs and initiatives lay the foundation for a more equitable and future-ready STEMM ecosystem. As India advances towards Viksit Bharat 2047, it is important to build an inclusive science and technology ecosystem to reduce systemic biases, advance innovation, and unlock the full potential of the nation's talent.

Watch: Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India, Prof. @AjaySoodIISc gave a convocation address to graduating students of @iiserkol on the occasion of it’s 13th Convocation Ceremony.