Context:
The Centre recently launched an initiative called Partnerships for Accelerated Innovation and Research (PAIR) to support research in universities, especially central and state public universities.
Relevance:
GS II: Government Policies and Interventions
Dimensions of the Article:
Introduction
The Partnerships for Accelerated Innovation and Research (PAIR) Initiative is spearheaded by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF). It aims to stimulate scientific innovation and enhance the research capabilities of emerging institutions through strategic collaborations with established institutions.
Objectives
Methodology
Participation and Eligibility
Overview
Functions
Context:
India and Japan recently signed a Memorandum of Implementation (MoI) for the “co-development” of the UNICORN (Unified Complex Radio Antenna) mast for deployment on Indian Navy ships.
Relevance:
Facts for Prelims
Background