Biomimicry: It is the practice of learning from and emulating nature’s designs, processes and systems to solve human problems and create sustainable innovations+ Application: Transportation & Engineering: Japan's Shinkansen trains adopted the kingfisher's beak design, reducing tunnel noise and improving speed, Architecture & Energy: Zimbabwe's Eastgate Centre mimics termite mounds for natural cooling and energy efficiency, Materials Science: Lotus leaves inspired self-cleaning, water-repellent paints and fabrics+ offers a framework to shift from replication to innovation using natural principles

Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF):Established under the Anusandhan National Research Foundation Act, 2023+ The Science and Engineering Research Board (SERB) was subsumed into ANRF+ Serves as India's apex body to provide high-level strategic direction of scientific research as per recommendations of the National Education Policy+ It promotes industry–academia collaboration, supports competitive research grants, develops research infrastructure and encourages private-sector participation in R&D+ Mission for Advancement in High-impact Areas (MAHA) covering sectors such as Electric Vehicles, MedTech, 2D Materials and AI for Science and Engineering

National Awards for e-Governance (NAeG): To recognize and promote excellence in implementation of e-Governance initiatives+ Instituted by: Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG) in 2003+ Eligibility:  All Central Ministries/Departments, State/UT Governments, Districts, Local Bodies, Central & State Government Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs), Academic/Research Institutions (Government and Non –Government)+ The awards consist of a trophy, certificate and an incentive of Rs 10 lakh for gold awardees and Rs 5 lakh for silver awardees.