Why in the News? 

Dr. Shivkumar Kalyanaraman Appointed CEO of Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF). 

About Dr. Shivkumar Kalyanaraman: 

• Former Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Energy Industry, Asia at Microsoft. 
• Distinguished Alumnus Awardee of IIT Madras & Ohio State University (2021). 
• Recognized with honours like IEEE Fellow (2010), Indian National Academy of Engineering Fellow (2015), ACM Distinguished Scientist (2010), Microsoft Gold Club (2024), and Technology Review TR100 Young Innovator (1999). 

Role and Objectives of ANRF: 

• ANRF will serve as the apex body for guiding scientific research in India, in alignment with the National Education Policy (NEP). 
• Focus: Promote Research and Development, foster a culture of innovation, and strengthen collaborations between industry, academia, government departments, and research institutions. 
• Goal: Facilitate active participation from industries and state governments to enhance India's scientific and technological growth.