October 25, 2023 10:22 pm
Since 1958, only 20 of the 592 Bhatnagar prizes – among the most prestigious science awards in India – have gone to women scientists. Why the glass ceiling is so hard to punch through
September 18, 2023 9:24 am
The reason so few women win awards lies in the selection process. People nominating for prizes are predominantly men who fail to nominate their women colleagues
September 16, 2023 8:06 am
In today's edition: How Maharashtra became India's archery hub; Syed Ata Hasnain on the Anantnag attack; deep dive into the works of scientists who won the Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Prizes for 2022; and more
September 11, 2023 3:19 pm
The awards are given every year in seven scientific disciplines — biology, chemistry, mathematics, physics, medicine, engineering and earth, atmosphere, ocean and planetary sciences
September 27, 2020 10:54 am
The Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Prize – often cited the highest honour for scientists in India – includes a reward of Rs 5 lakh for exemplary work in various fields of science.
March 01, 2019 4:52 am
Given out in seven disciplines - Biological, Engineering, Medical, Chemical, Physical, Mathematical, as well as Earth, Atmosphere, Ocean and Plenary Sciences - the awards were given out on February 28, the National Science Day.
October 09, 2017 4:13 am
India requires a policy push, change in mindsets, for there to be more women scientists
March 14, 2014 12:28 pm
Recipient of this years Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar prize,Dr Eknath Ghate and Dr Amol Dighe,said that in science,it is important to publish and publicise ones work globally.
October 04, 2013 1:51 am
Ghate specialises in number theory,a branch of pure mathematics.
October 04, 2013 1:44 am
Dr Eknath Ghate and Dr Amol Dighe recipient of this years Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar prize,said that in science,it is important to publish and publicise ones work globally.


