Innovation

Harjeet Khanduja: How This IITian Crafted A Story Of Success In Leadership, Innovation And Human Resource

Born in Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, India, on January 16, 1975, Harjeet studied at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee, where he received a Bachelor of Engineering in Industrial Technology in 1996. 

Jun 26, 2024, 01:46 AM IST

Meet Hardeep Khanduja: From IIT Kharagpur To Global Leadership In Innovation And HR

The Economic Times listed Harjeet among the Top 20 HR Influencers for 2024, marking his third consecutive year on the list. As a leader at Conjoin Group, he led the company to win the Nasscom Diversity Award for three years, becoming co-chairman of the Nasscom Diversity Committee.

Jun 23, 2024, 00:40 AM IST

Empowering Gen Z Leaders In 2024: Cultivating Resilience, Innovation, And Global Citizenship In A Changing World

The Indian educational landscape is currently undergoing a profound transformation, spearheaded by the resilient and innovative spirit of Gen Z. Born between the mid-1990s and early 2010s, this generation is navigating a swiftly evolving world characterised by technological leaps, socio-economic shifts, and unprecedented challenges. With its distinctive diversity encompassing culture, ethnicity and more, Gen Z is not only ready to embrace but also celebrate differences.

May 13, 2024, 20:56 PM IST

Padma awardee farmer who turned barren land into heavenly orchard with innovation

The innovative farmer from Karnataka was given a piece of barren land on a steep hill that had no water source.

Feb 04, 2022, 16:29 PM IST

Star College scheme: Centre launches mentorship programme for young innovators

The 'DBT-Star College Mentorship Programme' will help towards the concept of networking, hand holding and outreach, said Singh who is the Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) Science and Technology.

Nov 08, 2021, 21:14 PM IST

In a first, IIT Roorkee, NDMA developed app that predicts natural disasters

As per the information shared by Uttarakhand Cabinet Minister Dhan Singh Rawat on Monday (August 30, 2021), the app will alert about the probable natural calamities beforehand.

Aug 31, 2021, 07:23 AM IST

Kashmiri duo make low-cost multipurpose ventilator, seek govt help in mass production

The ventilator will not only provide oxygen supply to a COVID-positive patient but will also help in monitoring the ECG, temperature and saturation via remote access.

Jun 02, 2021, 22:13 PM IST

Woman comes up with innovative idea to work out and grind flour at the same time; Watch

In this video a woman who has modified her gym cycle in such a way that she can grind floor with it while exercising. The homegrown innovations is winning a lot of appreciation on the internet.

Sep 06, 2020, 11:44 AM IST

NITI Aayog announces the launch of 'Atal New India Challenges' programme

The project envisions grants of up to Rs 1 crore for selected innovations, products in 17 focus areas.

Apr 26, 2018, 23:17 PM IST

India ranks 43 out of 45 nations in global innovation index

India ranks abysmally at 43rd out of 45 countries in a global innovation index, according to a report released by US Chambers of Commerce which cited the country's "anemic" Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) policy and patent act as challenges to innovation.

Feb 08, 2017, 21:37 PM IST

Adobe unveils VR, character animation ahead of ''IBC 2016''

Keeping pace with content demands across new and traditional platforms, Adobe on Wednesday unveiled a series of innovations, including virtual reality (VR) and motion graphics which are coming soon in Adobe Creative Cloud and Adobe Marketing Cloud.
 

Sep 07, 2016, 14:47 PM IST

India needs to tread the innovation path to progress

Can we truly afford to shun innovation?
 

Aug 25, 2016, 13:10 PM IST

What an innovation! Bus that drives over traffic! Perfect for Delhi roads – MUST Watch

The Transit Elevated Bus has recently taken its first test drive in China's Qinhuangdao!

Aug 04, 2016, 18:37 PM IST

India lacks innovation; students must rebel, challenge status quo: Javadekar

"Innovation is a process of rebellion essentially. Unless you rebel, unless you challenge the status quo, how can you innovate anything," HRD Minister Prakash Javadekar said.

Jul 07, 2016, 18:36 PM IST

Prince William lauds Indian innovations and technology

Impressed with Indian innovations, Duke of Cambridge Prince William Monday said entrepreneurs have a major role to play as the country is home to a sixth of the world population.

Apr 11, 2016, 20:41 PM IST

Start-up India movement begins today: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said that the 'Start-up India' movement will begin on Saturday, adding that the movement celebrates the energy and enterprising spirit of the youth of the n

Jan 16, 2016, 10:46 AM IST

India should balance energy needs with environment: President

President Pranab Mukherjee said that open innovation was "most essential" for government entities which are tasked to serve the citizens.

Dec 17, 2015, 19:18 PM IST

Government to start portal for innovators

Innovators seeking government help to transform their ideas into reality can now turn to a dedicated web portal to be set up for them, a minister said on Thursday.

Nov 19, 2015, 18:13 PM IST

EU to invest $18 billion in research, innovation

EU will invest around $18 billion in research and innovation in the next two years under Horizon 2020, the EU's research and innovation funding scheme, the European Commission said in a press release on Tuesday.

Oct 13, 2015, 20:14 PM IST

PM Modi to woo Silicon Valley with Digital India initiative

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is now out to win over the Silicon Valley for his Digital India initiative.

Sep 26, 2015, 23:58 PM IST