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Indian Council of Social Science Research, New Delhi An apex national organization for promoting social science research in the country, established 1969 by the Government of India under Ministry of HRD
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On Renewable Energy Day – Akshay Urja Diwas, ICSSR renews it's commitment to advancing research on renewable energy tran...
20/08/2026

On Renewable Energy Day – Akshay Urja Diwas, ICSSR renews it's commitment to advancing research on renewable energy transition and sustainable development.

The CAG–ICSSR Colloquium, Bihar Chapter, on 💰 State of Finances of Bihar, and 🏥 Ayushman Bharat–Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogy...
19/08/2026

The CAG–ICSSR Colloquium, Bihar Chapter, on 💰 State of Finances of Bihar, and 🏥 Ayushman Bharat–Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) was held on 18 August 2026 at A.N. Sinha Institute of Social Studies, Patna.

The inaugural session reaffirmed the shared vision of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India and ICSSR to strengthen evidence-based policymaking through sustained collaboration between constitutional institutions, universities and the research community. Speakers encouraged scholars to leverage CAG's audit reports and public finance data to generate impactful policy research.

Prof. Dhananjay Singh, Member Secretary, ICSSR, underscored the importance of public policy and social development, highlighting Bihar’s rich intellectual legacy and the immense value of authentic CAG audit data for researchers. He called upon young scholars to leverage ICSSR initiatives such as the Yuva Shodh Prathibha Scheme and stressed that research is a social commitment.

Dr. Sandeep Roy, PAG (Audit), Bihar, highlighted the rigorous processes of audit, scrutiny and review undertaken by CAG to strengthen high quality governance. He emphasised that such CAG–ICSSR platforms play a very crucial role in creating informed and aware citizens.

Shri Piyush Kumar Rai, IA&AS, presented key insights into Bihar’s fiscal landscape, highlighting rapid economic growth alongside concerns relating to fiscal deficit, central transfers and budget utilisation. He emphasised the need to strengthen own revenues, improve expenditure management and enhance budget implementation.

Prof. Prachi Mishra, Dean, Ashoka University, highlighted Bihar’s fiscal challenges, including weak own-tax revenues, committed expenditure and limited productive investment. Drawing lessons from Odisha, she emphasised stronger revenue mobilisation, fiscal discipline, productive investment and improved debt management.

On AB-PMJAY, Shri R.P. George, IA&AS, highlighted the critical importance of beneficiary identification, registration, hospital utilisation, claims and contract management, while stressing the need for stronger implementation and outcomes. Dr. Sudhanshu Kumar, OSD (Policy), Bihar Lok Bhavan & Associate Professor, BIPFP, emphasised the role of robust IT infrastructure, effective beneficiary verification and improved utilisation of funds for strengthening the scheme in Bihar.

Shri Santosh Kumar, IA&AS, PAG (A&E), highlighted the CAG Research Article Competition as an important initiative to nurture research aptitude among young scholars and encouraged participants to contribute to evidence-based research.

The Bihar Chapter provided a vital platform for bridging audit evidence, academic expertise and public policy, fostering informed dialogue on Bihar’s fiscal sustainability, health governance and development priorities. The Colloquium strengthen the culture of evidence-based policymaking and reinforced the shared commitment of CAG and ICSSR towards accountable, inclusive and effective governance for Bihar’s development.

The Indian Social Science Review (ISSR), a multidisciplinary journal of the Indian Council of Social Science Research (I...
17/08/2026

The Indian Social Science Review (ISSR), a multidisciplinary journal of the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR), invites original research papers for a Special Issue on: “Understanding India’s Demographic Shift: Trends, Transitions and Policy Perspectives”.

🇮🇳 A Proud Celebration of India’s 80th Independence Day at ICSSR 🇮🇳With hearts filled with pride and patriotism, the ICS...
15/08/2026

🇮🇳 A Proud Celebration of India’s 80th Independence Day at ICSSR 🇮🇳

With hearts filled with pride and patriotism, the ICSSR family came together to celebrate the 80th Independence Day of our beloved nation.

The celebration featured soulful rendition of “Vande Mataram”, unfurling of the National Flag by Prof. Dhananjay Singh, Member Secretary, ICSSR, and the singing of the National Anthem by all officers and staff members.

As the Tricolour soared high, we remembered with gratitude the countless sacrifices of our freedom fighters and reaffirmed our commitment to the ideals of unity, democracy and progress that define our great nation.

May the spirit of freedom, unity and राष्ट्रभक्ति continue to inspire us to build a stronger, more prosperous and आत्मनिर्भर India. 🇮🇳

Jai Hind! 🇮🇳 Vande Mataram!

🧵 CAG–ICSSR Colloquium | Jammu & Kashmir ChapterThe CAG–ICSSR Colloquium on "State of Finances of Jammu & Kashmir" and "...
14/08/2026

🧵 CAG–ICSSR Colloquium | Jammu & Kashmir Chapter

The CAG–ICSSR Colloquium on "State of Finances of Jammu & Kashmir" and "Conservation & Management of Lakes in Jammu & Kashmir" was successfully organised at the Ibn Khaldun Auditorium, Allama Iqbal Library, University of Kashmir, Srinagar on 13 August 2026.

The inaugural session reaffirmed the shared vision of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India and ICSSR to strengthen evidence-based policymaking through collaboration between constitutional institutions, universities and the research community. Speakers encouraged scholars to leverage CAG audit reports and public data for impactful research.

Prof. Dhananjay Singh, Member Secretary, ICSSR highlighted the relevance of the themes to public policy and sustainable development, calling for stronger academia–community collaboration on lake conservation and encouraging scholars to draw on CAG data for research.

Shri J.P.N. Singh, Principal Accountant General (Audit and A&E), J&K outlined the CAG’s constitutional mandate and highlighted the use of AI, ML, data analytics and GIS mapping to enhance audit efficiency and coverage.

Prof. Mohiuddin Sangmi described CAG audit reports as valuable research resources and called for higher capital spending while flagging pollution in Anchar Lake and proposing a "sustainability audit framework".

Presenting the UT Finances Audit Report of J&K for 2024–25, Shri J.P.N. Singh highlighted Government finances, fiscal parameters, expenditure and PSUs, noting the potential of audit findings for further academic research. Prof. Shallu Sehgal, University of Jammu, highlighted the significance of the Report’s data and its potential for student research.

On lake conservation, Shri Jagbir Singh, IA&AS, presented the Performance Audit Report on lake conservation in J&K, covering governance, land use, sewage, siltation, waste disposal and relocation of Dal dwellers. Dr. Sami Ullah Bhat, University of Kashmir, emphasised Dal Lake and called for stronger inter-agency coordination, standardised time-series protocols and demarcated wetland boundaries.

A major highlight was the announcement of the CAG–ICSSR Research Article Competition for undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral scholars across 28 States and 3 UTs, with prizes at State/UT and National levels.

The Jammu & Kashmir Chapter concluded by reaffirming that reliable, audited public data are vital for research, governance and policymaking. By bringing constitutional institutions and academia together, the CAG–ICSSR partnership continues to strengthen the bridge between public audit, academic research and evidence-based policy.

After Gujarat, The CAG-ICSSR Colloquium reaches India’s Himalayan Frontier: Jammu & Kashmir, its 16th Chapter. Scheduled...
12/08/2026

After Gujarat, The CAG-ICSSR Colloquium reaches India’s Himalayan Frontier: Jammu & Kashmir, its 16th Chapter.
Scheduled on:
🗓️ 13th August 2026
🕚 02:00 PM – 5:30 PM
📍 University of Kashmir, Srinagar

The CAG–ICSSR Colloquium: Jammu & Kashmir Chapter will bring together eminent policymakers, academicians, researchers, practitioners and students for a thought-provoking dialogue on 💰 State Finances of Jammu & Kashmir, and 🚣 Conservation and Management of lakes in Jammu and Kashmir.

The colloquium will engage distinguished academicians and experts led by Dr. Sami Ullah Bhatt , University of Kashmir, Prof. Shallu Sehgal , University of Kashmir, Prof. Nilofer Khan , Vice Chancellor, University of Kashmir, Prof. Dhananjay Singh , Member Secretary, ICSSR, Shri JPN Singh , IAAS, Principal Accountant General and Shri Jagbir Singh , Sr. Deputy Accountant General.

As Jammu & Kashmir continues to hold a distinctive place in India’s socio-economic and ecological landscape, sound public finances and sustainable management of its natural resources are critical to strengthening development outcomes and ensuring long term resilience. The Colloquium will provide a valuable platform to examine fiscal priorities, resource management, institutional challenges and policy responses, while encouraging evidence-based discussions grounded in audit insights and academic research.

The colloquium seeks to create a vibrant platform for meaningful engagement between academia and public institutions, encouraging evidence-based research and informed policy dialogue on critical governance challenges. By fostering interdisciplinary perspectives and collaborative discussions, the initiative aims to contribute towards transparent, accountable and citizen-centric governance.

On the 32nd International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples, ICSSR honours the wisdom, care and community traditions...
09/08/2026

On the 32nd International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples, ICSSR honours the wisdom, care and community traditions of Janjatiya communities that continue to enrich our collective knowledge and well-being.



On the occasion of the 12th , the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR) celebrates India's rich handloom he...
07/08/2026

On the occasion of the 12th , the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR) celebrates India's rich handloom heritage and the weaving communities that keep these traditions alive.

Through its research initiatives, ICSSR has supported 34 research projects and 7 doctoral studies on handloom traditions and weaving communities across India.

These studies focus on women's empowerment, social inclusion, indigenous innovation, sustainable livelihoods, circular economy, and the preservation of India's handloom heritage.


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