Why is India Investing in Quantum Computing Research? Published February 24, 2020 by Fanny Von Heland in New Delhi As reported on in our last blog, the Indian Government in its recent budget announced its plans to invest $1.12 billion in quantum computing research over the next five years. Quantum technology is seen as the next step to make computers both...
Science wins India’s budget race Published February 7, 2020 by Fanny Von Heland in New Delhi In the past, Indian science and technology ministries have not been much of focus in the budget. But change is coming as science and innovation diplomacy is becoming increasingly crucial for countries in the current geopolitical context. This is to...
The Three Poles! Published January 22, 2020 by Fanny Von Heland in New Delhi Polar research is often related to global issues like climate change and the environment, and thereby concerns all life on Earth. It is widely accepted that studying the polar regions is key to unlocking the past, better understanding the present...
Sweden-India Innovation Partnership: Invigorated! Published December 6, 2019 by Fanny Von Heland in New Delhi he relationship with India has flourished since last year’s signing of the Sweden-India Innovation Partnership. It got further impetus during the recent State visit to India by Their Majesties King Carl XVI Gustaf and Queen Silvia. As part of the...
Sustainability starts with education Published November 13, 2019 by Fanny Von Heland in New Delhi Education is key to achieving all of the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Quality education offers the tools that are necessary for building a sustainable society and take advantage of the opportunities of the century ahead. International...
India’s Innovation Index Published October 28, 2019 by Fanny von Heland in New Delhi With India among the fastest growing economies in the world, the next big challenge is to sustain that level of growth for a longer period. The increasing role that innovation plays in acceleration economic growth and enhancing competitiveness is...
New Counsellor in India Published October 11, 2019 by Fanny von Heland in New Delhi The face of change takes different shapes – it can leave you missing the great times that went by whilst creating space for something new to grow. We at the Office of Science and Innovation are sad to announce that Counsellor Maria Lunander has...
