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The Department of Science & Technology (DST) plays a pivotal role in the promotion of science & technology in the country. India is one of the top-ranking countries in the field of basic research. Indian Science has come to be regarded as one of the most powerful instruments of growth and development, especially in the emerging scenario and competitive economy. DST imbibes the recent developments and the new demands that are being placed on the S&T system, and promotes major science projects which have relevance to national needs and which will also be relevant for tomorrow’s technology. The department has wide ranging activities ranging from promoting high end basic research and development of cutting edge technologies on one hand to service the technological requirements of the common man through development of appropriate skills and technologies on the other. More information is available at https://dst.gov.in 

The department has been instrumental in the passing of the National Geospatial Policy in 2022 by the Union Government of India. Quoting the policy notification in the Gazette of India, “The National Geospatial Policy, 2022 (the Policy) is a citizen-centric policy that seeks to strengthen the Geospatial sector to support national development, economic prosperity and a thriving information economy. The Policy builds on conducive environment generated by the “Guidelines for acquiring and producing Geospatial Data and Geospatial Data Services including Maps” dated 15.02.2021 (the Guidelines), issued by Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India (GoI).”

More about the policy is at https://dst.gov.in/geospatial 

MINRO Center was established at IIITB upon the recommendation of Karnataka Knowledge Commission of the Government of Karnataka and funded as part of Innovate Karnataka program of the Department of ITBT, Government of Karnataka.

MINRO’s objective is to be a “best-in-class” Center Of Excellence (COE) in Karnataka for Machine Intelligence and Robotics, involved in fundamental research addressing problems in the Indian context in a collaborative multi-disciplinary environment.

The COE research has been featured in premium publications, conferences and seminars. It is building open-source platforms & data sources that can be leveraged by startups & industry to commercialize research for real-world deployment.

At SatSure, reliable and timely information is the cornerstone of sound decision-making. SatSure is a deep tech, decision intelligence company that uses satellite remote sensing, machine learning, and artificial intelligence to make sense of the data that comes from diverse sources to solve the challenges that lie at the sustainability nexus of agriculture, infrastructure and climate resiliency. This gives their clients unparalleled, actionable, and location-specific insights.

The products and solutions of Satsure are built to solve the sustainability challenges at scale of farmer financial inclusion, sustainable infrastructure, food security and climate action.

1. SatSure Sage: A product suite which leverages satellite remote sensing to deliver decision making power to agricultural lenders, helping them tackle the data and information gaps across the lending lifecycle.
2. SatSure Sparta: A platform to access the application and API ready insights from satellite imagery for agriculture, forestry, and climate action
3. SatSure Skies: A high resolution satellite imagery change detection product for applications in infrastructure, energy, and aviation

Mphasis F1 Foundation is an independent charitable trust with a charter to support innovative programs that work towards the inclusive development of society.

The foundation is committed to creating an ethical, inclusive and sustainable future for all, and strongly believes that the execution of these social objectives is key to its success. It is committed to effecting social change through the application of the power of technology and disruptive solutions.

The programs supported through Mphasis F1 Foundation reflect its commitment to supporting socially excluded and economically disadvantaged groups, with a focus on Education – to improve learning outcomes and applied research in universities, Inclusion – to empower persons from underserved communities specifically Persons with Disabilities, Livelihood – to improve employability and income generation and Environmental Sustainability – to conserve natural resources and protect the ecosystem. The foundation has been able to achieve long-term social impact within the communities it serves through these initiatives with a clear execution framework, collaboration with multiple stakeholders and support from various partner organizations.

Mphasis in partnership with the International Institute of Technology Bangalore (IIITB) set up a Center of Excellence (CoE), for cognitive computing, to leverage cognitive computing technology to solve problems related to education, enterprise and accessibility. Technology has the potential to enable disruptive solutions in accessibility for PwDs, a key focus area of the CoE. The Center developed algorithms to enable real-time synthesis of the Indian language, helping the deaf community to communicate more effectively.

To know more about Mphasis F1 Foundation click here

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is the space agency of India. The organisation is involved in science, engineering and technology to harvest the benefits of outer space for India and mankind. ISRO is a major constituent of the Department of Space (DOS), Government of India. The department executes the Indian Space Programme primarily through various Centres or units within ISRO.

ISRO started the RESPOND (Sponsored Research) programme in the 1970s, with the objective of encouraging academia to participate and contribute in various Space related research activities. Under RESPOND, projects are taken up by Universities/Academic Institutions in the areas of relevance to the Space Programme. ISRO has evolved the RESPOND programme through which necessary financial and technical support is provided to academia in India for conducting research and development activities related to Space Science, Space Technology and Space Applications. This is the flagship programme of ISRO to promote the extra-mural research in emerging areas of Space at Academia. 

InGARSS 2023 is supported through the RESPOND programme of ISRO.

National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC) is one of the primary centres of Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), Department of Space (DOS). NRSC  has the mandate for establishment of ground stations for receiving satellite data, generation of data products, dissemination to the users, development of techniques for remote sensing applications including disaster management support, geospatial services for good governance and capacity building for professionals, faculty and students.

GalaxEye is a Space-Tech start-up building the world’s first multi-sensor earth observation satellite. This is powered by an advanced constellation of Earth Observation Satellites, equipped with their unique “Drishti Sensor”, having sensing capabilities of Radar and Optical Spectra from the same platform. This enables businesses and governments to make all-time all-weather data-driven decisions based on insights from satellite imagery. Founded in 2021, GalaxEye spun out of team Avishkar Hyperloop of Indian Institute of Technology Madras.

IIT Tirupati Navavishkar I-Hub Foundation (IITTNiF) is a not-for-profit Section-8 company set up to host the Technology Innovation Hub (TIH) in Positioning and Precision Technology (PPT) in the domain of Positioning, Navigation and Timing. The TIH is funded by the National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber-Physical Systems (NM-ICPS), Department of Science and Technology (DST), India. The Technology Innovation Hub (TIH) on PPT aims to provide a unique platform for researchers, industries, stakeholders and end-users across multiple disciplines. The TIH on PPT will contribute to many Government of India initiatives such as Make in India, Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyaan, and Start-up Ecosystem making India self-reliant in PPT.

The primary objectives of the Hub in PPT are:

1. 1. Technology development
   2. Human resource development
   3. Start-up ecosystem
   4. International collaboration.

More information on IITTNiF’s activities at www.iittnif.com

Hindustan Assistant & Logistic Group (HALG) is a start-up company in India’s geospatial industry. HALG’s focus is on providing survey aircraft, geodata sensors and marine solutions to numerous geospatial data suppliers in India. The company benefits from its association with a network of experienced and resource-rich group companies. HALG is a part of the Global Assistant & Logistic Group (GALG) network, renowned for its outstanding sensor integration and proficiency in conducting specialized airborne missions in Europe, the Middle East, and other international areas. GALG is adept at overseeing and carrying out various survey projects, handling everything from arranging aircraft and installing sensors to the ultimate completion of these projects. With a presence in Central Europe, the Baltic, South-West Asia, and India, GALG offers a broad spectrum of services:

Sensor Integration: GALG integrates various sensors such as LiDAR, cameras, and navigational systems, customized to meet client needs. This includes providing ready-to-fly aerial systems, training, and guidance.

Project Engineering: Tailoring project specifications, methods, and deliverables to align with client requirements and specific challenges.

Aerial Surveying: Offering a wide range of survey fleets and sensors through an extensive partner network, along with experienced sensor operators and proprietary software/tools for data acquisition and project management.

POD Designing and Certification: Expertise in designing PODs for different helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft for aerial surveys, assisting in certification and fabrication.

Supply of Aerial Fleets and Sensors: Providing rental options for aircraft and sensors.

For more information, contact info@galg-india.com or visit www.galg-india.com