This is a heart-rending account of the mental state of my neighbour, whom I knew for many years. A medical doctor by profession, she was the most sought-after general practitioner in our locality. Literally a genius, she could talk about anything and everything under the Sun. 

As we celebrate 85th year of CSIR across our laboratories and institutions, we do so with both pride and purpose. We honour an extraordinary legacy built over generations while embracing the responsibility of shaping India’s scientific future.

One of the most interesting aspects of CSIR has always been its diversity. Every CSIR laboratory has its own identity with a specific focus area, expertise, and history. Together, they form a scientific and technological ecosystem — a pool of knowledge and experience over generations.

The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) celebrates its 85th foundation day on 26 September 2026, commemorating its scientific excellence and service to the nation.

CSIR innovations are transforming scientific research into practical solutions that accelerate India’s progress towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Defeating dengue does not begin in a hospital — it begins at home, in school and in every neighbourhood.

The birds also imparted lessons in ethics that are very necessary for peaceful coexistence among humans and non-humans, not only in the city of Delhi but everywhere in the world today.

Some snakes inject more venom, increasing toxicity from low-concentration toxins. While these challenges exist, they are manageable, and the development of multi-specific snake antivenoms is promising.

Let’s delve into the world of Fiction!

This peculiar characteristic of sandgrouse of bringing water to the chicks is unique, having no parallel amongst the birds. Indeed, the male sandgrouse is a super dad of the birds’ kingdom.