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SESSION IV A | Challenges and Opportunities in Scholarly Communication in Traditional Knowledge Celebrating 25 Years of Indian Journal of Traditional Knowledge Dr Ina Vandebroek, Professor of Ethnobotany, University of the West Indies, Mona (@UWImona), spoke on “Beyond Dissemination: Rethinking Scholarly Communication of Traditional Knowledge.” Drawing on Jamaican ethnobotany, she emphasised ethical documentation, community recognition, appropriate attribution and shared benefits, advocating a shift from knowledge dissemination to responsible stewardship. @CSIR_IND @CSIR_NIScPR @moayush @GVRayasam @mygovindia @EduMinOfIndia @MinOfCultureGoI @moefcc

Smt Rahibai Soma Popere, Padma Shri, farmer and conservationist from Maharashtra, shared her inspiring journey of conserving indigenous seeds and reviving traditional farming practices. She highlighted the importance of protecting native seeds, restoring soil health and moving towards chemical-free agriculture. Emphasising the value of traditional wisdom, she called for a return to nature-based farming to ensure that every household has access to toxin-free vegetables and safe, nutritious food, paving the way for a healthier and more sustainable future. @CSIR_IND @CSIR_NIScPR @mygovMaha @CMOMaharashtra @MinOfCultureGoI @EduMinOfIndia @mygovindia @GVRayasam @charu_lata1 @ParamBarman @moefcc @icarindia @AgriGoI

Day 2 of #CDTK2026 begins with a special celebration of 25 Years of the Indian Journal of Traditional Knowledge (IJTK), marking the occasion with the release of the IJTK@25 Issue, followed by the felicitation of our distinguished speakers and the former and present editors of IJTK. @CSIR_IND @GVRayasam @CSIR_NIScPR @moayush @EduMinOfIndia @MinOfCultureGoI @mygovindia @charu_lata1 @ParamBarman @charuvermacsir @PulokMukherjee

CDTK-2026 Opens with a Grand Inaugural Session! The inaugural session of the International Conference on Communication and Dissemination of Traditional Knowledge (CDTK-2026) was held today at the CSIR-NPL Auditorium, New Delhi. Organised by CSIR-NIScPR, the conference aims to explore, preserve and promote India's rich traditional knowledge through scientific research. The session featured a special presentation on SVASTIK. The conference souvenir, abstract book and SVASTIK Stories publications were also released. A notable highlight of the inaugural session was the release of the Conference Souvenir and Abstract Book alongside key publications under the @NIScPR_SVASTIK initiative. These included SVASTIK Stories: Indian Traditional Knowledge through the Lens of Science (Volume III) and Treasure of Indian Traditions: A Journey Through Scientifically Validated Indian Traditional Knowledge, featuring editions in Assamese and Maithili. The publications underscore the commitment to documenting, scientifically validating and disseminating India’s rich traditional knowledge heritage through accessible and multilingual knowledge resources. 2–3 November 2026 @CSIR_NPL Auditorium, New Delhi @DrJitendraSingh @CSIR_IND @GVRayasam @charu_lata1 #CDTK2026 #CSIRNIScPR #SVASTIK #TraditionalKnowledge

Session I | Bridging Wisdom and Evidence Prof B. N. Jagatap, Former Senior Professor, @iitbombay, and Chairman, SVASTIK, chaired the session on “Bridging Wisdom and Evidence: Documenting, Validating and Communicating Traditional Knowledge Responsibly” at the SVASTIK conference. The session brought together diverse perspectives on documenting, validating and communicating India’s traditional knowledge responsibly. @CSIR_IND @CSIR_NIScPR @moayush @MinOfCultureGoI @mygovindia @EduMinOfIndia

The inaugural session of the @NIScPR_SVASTIK conference brought together distinguished speakers, including @DrBhushanPatwa1, Prof B N Jagatap, Dr Joram Aniya, Prof Ranjana Aggarwal, and Dr @GVRayasam with a vote of thanks by Dr @charu_lata1. The session also featured the release of the conference souvenir CDTK - 2026 abstract book, SVASTIK Vol III and publications showcasing India’s scientifically validated traditional knowledge in Assamese and Maithili: Celebrating India’s rich heritage through the lens of science! @CSIR_IND @CSIR_NIScPR @moayush @MinOfCultureGoI @mygovindia @EduMinOfIndia @ParamBarman

The wait is over! CDTK-2026 begins tomorrow! We are honoured to welcome Dr Joram Aniya, Hon’ble Member, NITI Aayog, New Delhi, as our Chief Guest at the International Conference on Communication and Dissemination of Traditional Knowledge (#CDTK2026). 📅 November 2–3, 2026 📍 CSIR-NPL, New Delhi On-the-spot registration is available. Limited seats only! @CSIR_IND @GVRayasam @CSIR_NIScPR @NITIAayog @moayush @MinOfCultureGoI @EduMinOfIndia @mygovindia

Smt Rahibai Soma Popere, Padma Shri, Farmer and Conservationist from Maharashtra, will be our Distinguished Speaker at the International Conference on Communication and Dissemination of Traditional Knowledge (#CDTK2026) 📅 November 2–3, 2026 📍 CSIR-NPL, New Delhi On-the-spot registration is available. Limited seats only! @CSIR_IND @CSIR_NIScPR @GVRayasam @moayush @MoRD_GoI @MinOfCultureGoI @moefcc @mygovindia @charu_lata1 @ParamBarman @CMOMaharashtra @MyGovMarathi

CSIR-NIScPR Lecture on Water Governance for Viksit Bharat Dr. Nilanjan Ghosh, Vice President – Development Studies, Observer Research Foundation (ORF), will speak on “A Vision of Water Governance for Viksit Bharat” as part of the CSIR-NIScPR Distinguished Lecture Series. 30 October 2026 | 3:30 PM Vivekananda Hall, CSIR-NIScPR, Pusa Campus, New Delhi Join the live : piped.video/live/8XZGX21GJAw… @DrJitendraSingh @CSIR_IND @GVRayasam @DrNilanjanG #WaterGovernance #ViksitBharat

गरिमा आ परम्पराक प्रतीक, मूगा सिल्क असम केरऽ समृद्ध सांस्कृतिक धरोहरक पहचान अछि। #SVASTIK_Maithili @CSIR_IND @CSIR_NIScPR

महत्वपूर्ण तकनीकों में भारत की आत्मनिर्भरता! ⚛️ #ESTIC2026 में माननीय प्रधानमंत्री श्री नरेंद्र मोदी (@narendramodi ) ने ऊर्जा सुरक्षा, तकनीकी आत्मनिर्भरता और महत्वपूर्ण तकनीकों के क्षेत्र में भारत की क्षमता बढ़ाने के दृष्टिकोण को रेखांकित किया। विज्ञान में प्रगति, तकनीक में आत्मनिर्भरता , विकसित भारत @2047 की ओर! @PMOIndia @DrJitendraSingh @PrinSciAdvOff @DAEIndia @moayush @DBTIndia @IndiaDST @DRDO_India @moesgoi @EduMinOfIndia @GoI_MeitY @icarindia @ICMRDELHI @DoT_India @csir_niist @Estic_2026 #ESTIC2026 #विज्ञानऔरप्रौद्योगिकी #Innovation #ViksitBharat2047

Join us at #CDTK2026 for an insightful session with Ms Ma’aly Hazzaz, Regional Advisor for Communication and Information in South Asia & Chief of Culture Sector, UNESCO Delhi. 📅 2–3 November 2026 📍 CSIR-NPL, New Delhi 📢 On-the-spot registration is available! Limited seats only. @CSIR_IND @CSIR_NIScPR @GVRayasam @moayush @MinOfCultureGoI @EduMinOfIndia @mygovindia @UNESCO @IndiaatUNESCO @unescoindia

की अहाँ के पता अछि जे "छिपल भूख" सँ करोड़ों लोक प्रभावित होइत अछि? एहि चुनौतीसँ निपटबाक आ समुदायक स्वास्थ्यमेँ सुधार आनबाक लेल स्वदेशी ज्ञान महत्त्वपूर्ण समाधान प्रदान करैत अछि! #SVASTIK_Maithili @CSIR_IND @CSIR_NIScPR @GVRayasam @moayush @CCRAS_MoAyush @MinOfCultureGoI @EduMinOfIndia @mygovindia @WFP @mofagovgh @AgriGoI @MoHFW_INDIA @Vibha_India @MOFPI_GOI @fssaiindia @PIBConsumerFood #WorldFoodDay #traditionalfood #traditionalknowledge

How does CSIR bring its scientific achievements and innovations closer to society? Dr. Gopalakrishnan Mahesh, Head, Science Communication and Dissemination Directorate (SCDD), CSIR Headquarters, shares how the Directorate is helping bridge the gap between science and society.

85th CSIR Foundation Day Celebration, organised by CSIR-NIScPR at NASC Complex, Pusa, New Delhi, begins with the Rashtra Geet, followed by the ceremonial lighting of the lamp and Saraswati Vandana. The celebration also features the felicitation of esteemed guests, marking CSIR’s 85-year journey of scientific excellence, innovation and service to the nation. @DrJitendraSingh @CSIR_IND @GVRayasam @DrSagarSengupta @FollowDbtNibmg @vmtiwari_india @csir_neist #CSIR85 #CSIRFoundationDay #ScienceAndInnovation #ScienceForSociety

CSIR Foundation Day Celebration Today, CSIR-NIScPR is celebrating the 85th CSIR Foundation Day at A.P. Shinde Symposium Hall, NASC Complex, Todapur, Pusa, New Delhi. The celebration marks CSIR’s remarkable journey of scientific excellence, innovation and nation-building, in the presence of Chief Guest Dr. Virendra M. Tiwari, Director, CSIR-NEIST, and Guest of Honour Dr. Sagar Sengupta, Director, BRIC-NIBMG. Dr. Geetha Vani Rayasam, Director, CSIR-NIScPR, is also gracing the celebration. Celebrating 85 years of science, innovation and service to the nation! @DrJitendraSingh @CSIR_IND @GVRayasam @DrSagarSengupta @FollowDbtNibmg @vmtiwari_india @csir_neist #CSIRFoundationDay #ScienceAndInnovation #ScienceForSociety #CSIROpenDay

From advanced manufacturing and clean energy to AI, quantum communication, healthcare and space technologies, #ESTIC2026 will bring diverse frontiers of science and technology together to spark ideas, foster collaborations and accelerate innovation. 📅 27–29 October 2026 📍 Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi Explore the 12 thematic areas and be part of the conversation shaping India’s science and technology future. 🔗 Visit estic2026.in #CIRASays

.@NIScPR_SVASTIK exhibition at the “Student-Scientist Connect Program - CSIR-NIScPR Open Day 2026”, organised by the @CsirJigyasa team @CSIR_NIScPR. @CSIR_IND @GVRayasam @MinOfCultureGoI @EduMinOfIndia @mygovindia @ParamBarman

Empowering Libraries with Technology & AI! CSIR-NIScPR today commenced the Skill Training in Library Automation, Digitization and Artificial Intelligence for Libraries, with an address by Dr. Geetha Vani Rayasam, Director, CSIR-NIScPR, in the presence of participating library professionals. The training, being held from 5–16 October 2026, focuses on Koha, DSpace, library automation, digitization and AI-enabled library services. @DrJitendraSingh @CSIR_IND @GVRayasam @MukeshAPund @meetalibharti #koha #DSpace #ArtificialIntelligence #DigitalRepositories #CapacityBuilding #ScienceCommunication

Meet CIRA! A new, friendly face for CSIR’s science communication — bringing you stories of our science, technologies, achievements, people and opportunities in a simple and engaging way. Watch this space. CIRA has lots to share! #CIRASays