The names of the winners for this year were unveiled Thursday. In a first, all 6 were under 40 years of age, in line with Infosys Science Foundation’s new rule.
Dr Jahnavi Phalkey, historian of science and archivist, received the award for the year 2023 for her work in placing the history of Indian science and nuclear programme in a postcolonial context.
Professor Sachida Nand Tripathi conferred Infosys Prize 2023 in Engineering & Computer Science for deploying air pollution sensor networks & his work into understanding haze formation.
Satheesh, recipient of the Infosys Prize 2018 in Physical Sciences, is said to have greatly enhanced understanding of aerosols and their impact on climate.
Industry says manufacturers have 2-4 weeks of buffer stocks, but prolonged disruption could push up shortage risks, especially of consumables like IV and syringes.
French newspaper La Tribune earlier last week indicated that UAE withdrew from deal to fund EUR 3.5 billion. India is looking to order 114 new Rafales, which could include the F5.
China patiently invested capital, skill and technology in coal gasification. Unlike it, we won’t move from words to action. As crude prices decline, we lose interest.
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