Current Affairs - National - Discussion

Chandigarh University secured government research grants worth ₹1.16 crore from the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) in May 2026. The funding supports two important research projects related to agriculture and healthcare. One project focuses on improving mustard and Brassica crop yields through beneficial soil microbes to reduce dependence on chemical fertilisers. The second project aims at early detection of diabetic kidney disease using advanced metagenomic and bioinformatic analysis of gut microbiota. These initiatives highlight the growing importance of interdisciplinary scientific research in addressing agricultural sustainability and public health challenges in India.