हिंदी सप्ताह - 2022

सीएसआईआर-भारतीय विषविज्ञान अनुसंधान संस्थानन, लखनऊ में आजादी के अमृत महोत्सव वर्ष के अंतर्गत दिनांक 29 सितंबर, 2022 को अप्राह्न 03:00 बजे हिंदी पखवाड़ा – 2022 के मुख्य समारोह/पुरस्कार वितरण समारोह का आयोजन किया गया। इस समारोह के मुख्य अतिथि प्रोफेसर वृषभ प्रसाद जैन थे। प्रोफेसर जैन महात्मा गांधी अंतरराष्ट्रीय हिंदी विश्वविद्यालय, वर्धा, प्रयागराज केंद्र के निदेशक हैं । मुख्य अतिथि महोदय ने अपने संबोधन में राजभाषा, राष्ट्रभाषा एवं संपर्क भाषा पर प्रकाश डाला । मुख्य अतिथि महोदय ने कहा कि अपनी भाषा में रचनात्मक कार्य करके, नए प्रतीक गढ़ के हम हिंदी को समृद्ध बना सकते हैं और हिंदी का विकास कर सकते हैं। उन्होंने कहा कि हमें हिंदी को निरंतर समृद्ध करते रहना चाहिए। उन्होंने संस्थान में हिंदी भाषा में हो रहे कार्यों की प्रशंसा की। इससे पूर्व डॉ. नटेसन मणिक्कम, मुख्य वैज्ञानिक, सीएसआईआर-आईआईटीआर ने मुख्य अतिथि का परिचय दिया और संस्थान के वैज्ञानिक कार्यों में हिंदी के उपयोग के बारे में बताया।

डॉ. भास्कर नारायण, निदेशक, सीएसआईआर-आईआईटीआर ने अपने अध्यक्षीय संबोधन में कहा कि संस्थान से प्रकाशित छमाही राजभाषा पत्रिका विषविज्ञान संदेश को 14.09.2021 को पहली बार राष्ट्रीय पुरस्कार- ‘’राजभाषा कीर्ति पुरस्कार’’, वर्ष 2019 -20 हेतु प्राप्त हुआ है। इसी क्रम में संपूर्ण राजभाषा कार्यान्वयन हेतु संस्थान को क्षेत्रीय राजभाषा पुरस्कारों के अंतर्गत उत्तर प्रदेश और उत्तराखण्ड स्थि‍त सभी केंद्रीय सरकार के कार्यालयों में से वर्ष 2018-19 के लिए ‘तृतीय पुरस्कार’, वर्ष 2019-20 के लिए द्वितीय पुरस्कार और अभी दो दिन पूर्व घोषित हुए पुरस्कारों में से 2020-21 के लिए पहली बार प्रथम पुरस्कार प्राप्त हुआ है। विज्ञान के राजभाषा क्षेत्र में हमारे नवीनतम प्रयास के अंतर्गत संस्थान के 4 शोध छात्रों ने अपनी थीसिस का सारांश हिंदी में लिखा है। ऐसा पहली बार हुआ है। विज्ञान में राजभाषा कार्यान्वयन का यह उत्कृष्ट उदाहरण है। उन्होंने कहा कि हमारे संस्थान में विभिन्न विषयों पर 1000 से अधिक हिंदी की पुस्तकें उपलब्ध हैं। हमारे संस्थान की वेबसाइट द्विभाषी है।

श्री चन्द्र मोहन तिवारी, हिंदी अधिकारी, सीएसआईआर-आईआईटीआर ने सभा का स्वागत किया एवं हिंदी पखवाड़ा 14-29 सितंबर, 2022 के आयोजन के संबंध में जानकारी प्रदान की। उन्होंने कहा कि हिंदी पखवाड़े के दौरान टिप्पण, मसौदा एवं पत्र लेखन, हिंदी टंकण, प्रश्नोत्तरी, वाद-विवाद, आशुभाषण, हिंदीतर भाषी का हिंदी ज्ञान, लेख, प्रस्तुतीकरण प्रतियोगिताओं का आयोजन किया गया। जिसमें सभी ने बढ़चढ़ कर भाग लिया। विजयी प्रतिभागियों को 28 पुरस्कार प्रदान किए गए। इसके अतिरिक्त हिंदी में कार्य करने के लिए प्रोत्साहन योजना के अन्त्र्गत 10 पुरस्कार प्रदान किए गए।

श्री उत्तम कुमार झा, प्रशासनिक अधिकारी, सीएसआईआर-आईआईटीआर ने धन्यवाद प्रस्ताव दिया।

World Environment Day celebrated on June 05, every year, is by far the biggest acknowledgment of the critical role that the environment plays in our existence. Initiated by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), the day has been celebrated annually since 1973, thus making this year a historic milestone. 2022 marks 50 years since the 1972 United Nations Conference on the Human Environment which is globally considered to be the first international meeting on the environment.

This year the slogan for WED celebrations is “Only One Earth" with a focus on “Living Sustainably in Harmony with Nature”. Celebrations at CSIR-Indian Institute of Toxicology Research (CSIR-IITR) Lucknow are spread over two days. Delivering the 26th Dr C.R. Krishnamurthy Memorial Oration at CSIR-IITR, Professor Rup Lal, a renowned molecular biologist and NASI Senior Scientist Platinum Jubilee fellow at The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), Delhi, stressed the fact that understanding microbiome science can lead to better handling of human health and the environment. In addition, studying the environment microbiome, especially microbial populations from extreme environments, can help mitigate environmental pollution, he said. 

Presiding over the function, Professor S.K. Barik, Director, CSIR-IITR highlighted the contributions made by CSIR–IITR toward the environment. Sharing his thoughts, he said it is our collective responsibility to take care of environmental protection.

On this occasion, CSIR-IITR, Lucknow signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Institute of Pesticide Formulation Technology (IPFT), Gurugram. The MOU was signed by Dr S.K. Barik, Director, CSIR-IITR, and Dr Jitendra Kumar, Director, IPFT. Under the MoU, both the institutions have agreed to share existing facilities and available expertise at the respective institutions in developing newer nanoagrochemicals and assessing their toxicity/safety. Dr Jitendra Kumar briefed regarding activities of IPFT and Dr S.K. Barik said that the MoU is an appreciable effort in direction of achieving the objectives of Atmanirbhar Bharat.

During the event, the institute also released the annual report on Pre Monsoon Assessment of Ambient Air Quality of Lucknow City and declared the prize winners of the painting competition for children of CSIR employees that was conducted earlier in the week as a part of the celebrations. Dr N. Manickam, Chief Scientist, CSIR-IITR apprized about the genesis of Dr C.R. Krishnamurti Memorial Oration and introduced the Chief guest for the day. Er A.H. Khan, Senior Principal Scientist, CSIR-IITR delivered the vote of thanks.

The country’s premier toxicology laboratory, CSIR–Indian Institute of Toxicology Research celebrated its 58th Foundation Day on 04 Nov 2022. As a part of the celebrations, the Institute organizes the Professor Sibte Hasan Zaidi Memorial Oration every year on this day. This year the oration, 26th in the series, was delivered by Dr Debabrata Kanungo MD, FCGP, Former Deputy Director General, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Govt of India. Sharing his thoughts on the Importance of Human Health Analysis of Chemicals and its Application in Regulatory Decisions, he apprised the gathering that as per a WHO estimate about 25 per cent of the global burden of disease is attributed to environmental factors including exposure to toxic chemicals. He reiterated that risk assessment forms the foundation of regulatory decisions for industrial chemicals, agrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics etc.

The foundation day programme followed the Zaidi Oration and was attended by several former Scientists and Directors of the institute. Dr Bhaskar Narayan, Director, CSIR–IITR welcomed the dignitaries and delivered the annual report of the institute. Chief Guest, Sri Arun Singhal, IAS, Secretary, Ministry of Fertilizers, GoI, sent his wishes on the occasion via a video message since he could not be present due to work exigencies. He said that Science by nature is never content and always strives to surpass its own boundaries and thus is the solution provider to most of the challenges that mankind faces today.

Mr N Venkateswaran, CEO, NABL and the Chief Guest for the Foundation Day Programme opined that the foundation day of any institution is the right time to celebrate achievements and also introspect on the way ahead. He urged the IITR family to take a moment and think about what next can be done to address societal needs.

Echoing similar views, the Guest of Honour, Dr Debabrata Kanungo MD, FCGP, urged the Scientists of the institute to direct their research goals towards solving pressing contemporary needs.

Presiding over the function, Dr N Bhaskar assured the dignitaries that CSIR-IITR will re-dedicate itself towards Research for Development and Research to Develop, Demonstrate, Disseminate and Digitize.

The Annual Report of the Institute along with the postmonsoon environment survey report and other publications of the institute were released during the event.

Dr Yogeshwer Shukla, Chief Scientist, CSIR–IITR, introduced the guests to the audience and Dr Sandeep Sharma, Senior Scientist, CSIR–IITR delivered the Vote of Thanks

Established in September 1942, The Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) is known the world over, for its cutting-edge R&D knowledge base in diverse S&T areas. CSIR, the largest public funded R&D organization in the country with 39 labs, has expertise covering a wide spectrum of science and technology: from radio and space physics, oceanography, geophysics, chemicals, drugs, genomics, biotechnology, and nanotechnology to mining, aeronautics, instrumentation, environmental engineering, and information technology. CSIR provides significant technological intervention in several domain areas that include environment, health, drinking water, food, housing, energy, farm, and non-farm sectors, to name a few.

CSIR-IITR, Lucknow celebrated the 81st Foundation Day of CSIR on 28th September 2022. 

Welcoming the gathering, Professor N Manickam, Chief Scientist, CSIR–IITR reiterated that the foundation day of any organization is also the right time to strategize for the future. He said that CSIR has been at the forefront of innovations and has appropriately transformed itself to sync with the requirements of the present times. 

Guest of Honour for the day, Professor S.K. Barik, Director CSIR–National Botanical Research Institute shared his thoughts on the journey of CSIR and said that 80 years in the life of an organization as large as this is a momentous occasion to celebrate and rejoice.

Delivering the CSIR Foundation Day Lecture, Professor Soniya Nityanand, Director, Dr Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences, Lucknow spoke about the role of CSIR in inspiring her scientific journey. She described the role of stem cell research in tackling present day medical challenges. She also opined that the varied therapeutic applications of both embryonic and mesenchymal stem cells make them a promising option available to the medical fraternity.

In his presidential address, Dr Bhaskar Narayan, Director, CSIR–IITR suggested that as science enthusiasts, one should always be open to the concept of “learn to un-learn to re-learn”. He reiterated the relevance of carving vibrant collaborations between the various scientific institutions in the city. Dr Narayan while praising the significant R&D contributions made by CSIR-IITR in the past, expressed hope that the Institute would continue to contribute in more meaningful ways to society. Dr Bhaskar Narayan wished that CSIR-IITR staff and scholars remain happy, healthy, and productive in all walks of life.

The institute was kept open for visitors to come and interact with the scientific community. About 100 students from local schools and colleges were invited to the institute. An essay writing competition was conducted for children of CSIR employees on 23 Sep 2022 and prizes for the same were given away during the function. The institute also recognized and honoured its employees completing 25 years of Council Service and those who have superannuated during the previous year.

Dr Alok Kumar Pandey, Principal Scientist of the institute proposed the vote of thanks.

To reiterate the importance of Science and acknowledge the benefits of technology in our daily lives, National Technology Day is celebrated every year on May 11. This day also commemorates Operation Shakti, the Pokhran Nuclear Test conducted on May 11, 1998, thus cementing India’s place as a full-fledged nuclear power. The theme for this year’s National Technology Day is “Integrated Approach in Science & Technology for Sustainable Future”.

CSIR-Indian Institute of Toxicology Research (CSIR–IITR), Lucknow observed the day as an Open Day for school and college students to visit the Institute and interact with the scientists. About 25 students from Amity University, Lucknow, and other institutions visited the Institute and its laboratories to experience first-hand, the cutting-edge research being undertaken. Scientists of the institute also interacted with the visiting students. The celebrations included the ‘Technology Day Lecture’ that was delivered by Professor Rana Krishna Pal Singh, Vice-Chancellor, Dr Shakuntala Misra National Rehabilitation University, Lucknow. In his talk, Prof Krishna Pal Singh encouraged the audience to always ensure sustainability in all that they do. He said that ensuring water conservation and contributing towards increasing the tree cover should be the responsibility of every citizen.

Welcoming the gathering, Professor S.K. Barik, Director, CSIR-Indian Institute of Toxicology Research reiterated the contributions of the institute in the areas of environment protection, and water conservation to ensure its availability and safe/clean food. These three are critical to the very existence of life and the institute shall leave no stone unturned in its pursuits towards excellence, he said. The highlight of the celebrations was the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding with the incubatees at the CSIR-IITR BIRAC–BioNEST centre of the Institute. CSIR-IITR has established BioNEST supported by BIRAC to fast-track technology development, support startups, and promote entrepreneurship in the Lucknow region. This facility is the first BioNEST in CSIR and the largest in the state of Uttar Pradesh. A total of four MoUs were signed between CSIR-IITR and M/s Nextec Life Sciences Pvt. Ltd., M/s PiChem Chemicals Pvt. Ltd., M/s Duromax Hitech Coatings and M/s BioDimension Technology Pvt. Ltd. Dr R. Parthasarathi, Nodal Scientist, BioNEST briefly described the technologies going to be developed by the incubatees with the support of CSIR-IITR. Dr K.C. Khuble, Head, RPBD facilitated the MoU formulation and exchange event. Dr N. Manickam, Chief Scientist, CSIR-IITR introduced the Chief guest for the day, and Dr V.P. Sharma, Chief Scientist, CSIR-IITR delivered the vote of thanks.

The fact that scientific research is one of the finest outcomes of human intellect and is fundamental to human progress is widely accepted. However, equally critical is the maintenance of an equilibrium between nature, the universe, and all forms of matter that encompass this goal. Science is critical to tackle complex challenges facing humanity such as climate change, biodiversity loss, pollution, and poverty reduction. To reemphasize this fact, the theme for National Science Day 2022 is 'Integrated Approach in Science and Technology for Sustainable Future'.

National Science Day 2022 was celebrated at CSIR-Indian Institute of Toxicology Research with a popular lecture delivered by Dr Binita Phartiyal, from Birbal Sahni Institute of Paleosciences, Lucknow. Her talk on “Cold Arid Desert of India–Ladakh: Opportunities, Science and Challenges” reiterated the role that different ecological zones play in sustainable development. She enthralled the audience, which consisted of a mixture of scientists, research scholars, and students, with the challenges that are inherent to exploring the extreme geographical features in the Ladakh region. The vast arid cold desert has several hitherto unexplored areas and it is every geological researcher's dream scientific destination, she said.

Earlier, welcoming the gathering, Professor S.K. Barik, Director, CSIR-IITR said that it is incumbent on the scientific community to remember and pay respects to the famous Indian Physicist–Sir Chandra Shekhar Venkata Raman to celebrate the discovery of the “Raman Effect” that describes the scattering of light, in 1928 for which he was awarded the Noble Prize in 1930. Professor Barik also described the participation of CSIR-IITR in various cutting-edge research activities that are in sync with the sustainable development goals of the nation.

Earlier Dr N. Manickam, Chief Scientist, CSIR-IITR introduced the speaker of the day. Dr V.P. Sharma, Chief Scientist, CSIR-IITR proposed the vote of thanks.