Sanjay Kumar Shukla

Founding Editor-in-Chief, International Journal of Geosynthetics and Ground Engineering, Springer, Switzerland

[India in Australia @HCICanberra]

Raksha Mantri Shri @RajnathSingh and Australian Deputy Prime Minister & Minister for Defence Mr @RichardMarlesMP will co-chair the 2nd India-Australia Defence Ministers’ Dialogue in New Delhi on 01 June 2026.

The dialogue will review the progress of bilateral defence cooperation and explore new avenues for collaboration, with discussions focused on defence and security, military interoperability, industry partnerships, co-development and co-production opportunities.

Read here: https://t.co/pJjQ4eHwHO…

@MEAIndia @DefenceMinIndia @PMOIndia

[Sanjay Kumar Shukla @sshukla15]

How can we control soil erosion quickly?

A simple, sustainable, and cost-effective solution is often available; we just need to use it.

🎥 Watch this short episode to explore the key aspects of this practical approach.

#LearningWithDrShukla #SoilErosion #Sustainability #CivilEngineering #STEMEducation

How can we control soil erosion quickly? | Learning with Dr Shukla https://t.co/v9rRwYc6FE via @YouTube

[Sanjay Kumar Shukla @sshukla15]

EARTH AND ENVIRONMENT: Science and Engineering Beneath Our Feet

For the benefit of students, professionals, researchers, educators, and lifelong learners, I am sharing several episodes related to Earth and Environment.

These short episodes explore the science and engineering behind the ground beneath our feet and highlight its importance to our lives, infrastructure, food production, and the natural environment.

Please feel free to share them with students, colleagues, friends, and others in your network who may benefit from these learning resources.

What is soil? Clay and sand explained simply
https://t.co/a9BaNHNC6Y

Learning from the Pinnacles Desert, Western Australia
https://t.co/Ayk7idNCmy

Soil: Many see dirt. Engineers see 3 phases
https://t.co/8y3excuUKv

Water vs Soil: Which is truly denser?
https://t.co/Csebfr8p9H

Why do petrol prices rise? The science lies underground
https://t.co/chtKu68yBn

Soil is not dead — it gives life and supports stability
https://t.co/orZ6b9RC7U

[India in Australia @HCICanberra]

India ranks 4th globally on AI performance; 5th in digital economy rankings: Report
https://t.co/lxSBGxip7L via NaMo App

@MEAIndia @PMOIndia

[Sanjay Kumar Shukla @sshukla15]

Is our weight really in kilograms?

Almost everyone reports their weight in kilograms, but is that scientifically correct?

Once we understand the difference between mass and weight, we may never look at a weighing machine the same way again 😊

Watch this short video and see whether we have been using the term correctly all these years:

https://t.co/8yQ8xPrORL

[Sanjay Kumar Shukla @sshukla15]

Strength and stiffness are not the same. A simple concept from science and engineering, and a powerful lesson for life.

Flexibility and adaptability often create lasting strength.
https://t.co/20RR9jTakT

[Sanjay Kumar Shukla @sshukla15]

Encouraging to see initiatives that are strengthening Bihar’s industrial ecosystem and deepening collaboration between industry, technology, academia, and government.

Bihar, an eastern state of India with a rich civilisational legacy, has long been recognised as a centre of learning, culture, and trade. Home to the famous ancient Nalanda University, one of the world’s earliest universities, Bihar has historically connected ideas, knowledge, and commerce across regions and cultures. Today, the state is steadily emerging as a hub for investment, entrepreneurship, manufacturing, and innovation, supported by its talented youth, strategic location, and rising economic potential.

Congratulations to Shashi Sekhar and the entire team at Bihar Industrial Development Chamber of Commerce (BIDCC) for this impactful initiative. Wishing the organisation continued success in building global partnerships and creating new opportunities for sustainable growth and development.

As Bihar advances its industrial and innovation ecosystem, there is significant potential for future collaboration between Bihar and Australia, particularly in areas such as agriculture, education, clean energy, skilling, technology exchange, and food processing. Such partnerships can further strengthen economic and cultural ties between India and Australia. I would be pleased to contribute and support any such collaborative initiatives that may be established in the future.
@samrat4bjp @NitinNabin @narendramodi @RogerCookMLA @AlboMP @CGIPerth

https://t.co/8RVsaUxEWv

[India in Perth @CGIPerth]

Consul General was delighted to attend Celebrating the Ray Legacy with Sandip Ray, honouring one of the most remarkable creative families in modern India by Rangmanch Production and Batayan. Sandip Ray, filmmaker and son of Satyajit Ray was hosted in Perth. From Upendrakishore Ray Chowdhury and Sukumar Ray to the legendary Satyajit Ray, the Ray family has inspired generations through literature, art, and cinema. The evening celebrated this extraordinary legacy and the continuing contribution of Sandip Ray. An exhibition of Satyajit Ray’s artwork was also showcased at the event.

[Sanjay Kumar Shukla @sshukla15]

EVEN A SINGLE RESEARCH CONTRIBUTION IN LIFE CAN CREATE HISTORY!

Seven Research Mantras may help researchers and innovators move towards this goal.

Good research contributions can create long-term impact on society, innovation, and professional practice, but truly great research requires the right mindset, ethics, clarity, patience and dedication.

The following series of seven episodes may kindly be shared with high school students, undergraduate and postgraduate students, researchers, and faculty members of the university, as they may benefit from valuable learning related to ethical, meaningful, and high-quality research practices.

Engineers and other professionals may also find the series worth watching.

The First Rule of Great Research: Start with the Right Problem.
https://t.co/KcJCHfrvoP

The Second Rule of Great Research: Accuracy and Precision
https://t.co/URJcLtREJs

The Third Rule of Great Research: Know your limitations
https://t.co/V4IkCRevCl

The Fourth Rule of Great Research: Why Mechanism Matters
https://t.co/4kjmff4KDk

The Fifth Rule of Great Research: Compare with existing solutions
https://t.co/qZuaGYCavO

The Sixth Rule of Great Research: Clear, Error-Free Writing
https://t.co/t3zDVxoGkF

The Seventh Rule of Great Research: Why research should never be rushed
https://t.co/qnwQjiiaJH

#Research #Innovation #Science #Engineering #LearningWithDrShukla

[Sanjay Kumar Shukla @sshukla15]

Is soil really dead? What do you think?

Soil supports plants, microorganisms, agriculture, water storage, and even the long-term stability of buildings, roads, and railway tracks.

A simple but thought-provoking learning connecting nature, agriculture, and civil engineering.

#Soil #CivilEngineering #GeotechnicalEngineering #Agriculture #Nature #Engineering #Science #LearningWithDrShukla #Infrastructure #Education

https://t.co/orZ6b9RC7U

[Sanjay Kumar Shukla @sshukla15]

11,000+ Strong LinkedIn Family!

Grateful to share that our LinkedIn family has now crossed 11,000 members worldwide.

Thank you very much for your continued support, encouragement, and trust in my educational, research, and professional contributions through engineering, science, research guidance, and lifelong learning initiatives.

I hope the shared knowledge, research insights, and educational content continue to benefit students, researchers, professionals, and society globally.

Let us continue to observe, think, and learn together.

#LinkedIn #Education #Research #Engineering #LearningWithDrShukla #HigherEducation #LifelongLearning

https://t.co/FLmgAoKgu0

[Sanjay Kumar Shukla @sshukla15]

THE BIGGEST ENEMY OF GREAT RESEARCH — RUSH

Patience, accuracy, dedication, standard procedures, and practical thinking are essential for producing reliable and meaningful research outcomes with long-term impact.

Worth watching for everyone, including undergraduate and postgraduate students, researchers, supervisors, academic members, entrepreneurs, and professionals worldwide.

The Seventh Rule of Great Research: Why research should never be rushed ... https://t.co/GGgQzHeOP5 via @YouTube

[Sanjay Kumar Shukla @sshukla15]

🔹 New Update of the IGGE Homepage 🔹

https://t.co/D0BWoFgqRp

Students, researchers, engineers, and professionals may have a look at the homepage of the International Journal of Geosynthetics and Ground Engineering (IGGE), a leading research journal established in 2014, with its first issue published in March 2015.

The journal supports sustainable development of ground infrastructure in civil, mining, agriculture, aquaculture, and energy sectors through quality research, innovation, and practical engineering applications. @SpringerGeo @SpringerEdu

#IGGE #Geosynthetics #GroundEngineering #GeotechnicalEngineering #CivilEngineering #MiningEngineering #Agriculture #Aquaculture #Energy #SustainableInfrastructure #Research #Engineering

[Sanjay Kumar Shukla @sshukla15]

Can air act like an invisible engineering foundation for aeroplanes?

A simple and interesting explanation for students, professionals, and everyone.

#Aeroplane #Science #Engineering #STEM #Education #LearningWithDrShukla

Is air an invisible foundation for aeroplanes? | Learning with Dr Shukla https://t.co/aeLqTEN3EC via @YouTube

[Narendra Modi @narendramodi]

আমি পশ্চিমবঙ্গের জনশক্তির সমুখে আভূমি প্রণত!

জনগণের আশীর্বাদই হলো গণতন্ত্রের প্রকৃত শক্তি এবং জনসংকল্পের মহত্তম উৎস।

[Sanjay Kumar Shukla @sshukla15]

Many good research studies also get rejected not because of weak ideas, but often because of poor presentation, unclear writing, and avoidable errors, which can create doubt about quality, accuracy and reliability.

Presentation weaknesses may sometimes also be noticed in some published articles, technical reports and other publications. Therefore, sincere readers and researchers should always read them critically and carefully to learn, understand, and apply knowledge appropriately.

The Sixth Rule of Great Research: Clear, Error-Free Writing | Learning w... https://t.co/PoOFmfYOUu via @YouTube

[Anthony Albanese @AlboMP]

Right here, 125 years ago, our Australian democracy became real.

In all that time, there is a lesson that has held true:

Australia is always at our best, when we choose to lift people up - not shut them out.

Because every time we have followed our national instinct for unity and fairness, we have been better for it.

It was true on our Parliament's very first day. And we’ll carry it forward for the next 125 years.

[Sanjay Kumar Shukla @sshukla15]

A New Academic Association with a Historic Institution in India

Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines) Dhanbad is one of the oldest and most prestigious public technical universities located in Dhanbad, India, established in 1926.

I am truly honoured to share that I have been affiliated as Adjunct Faculty in the Department of Civil Engineering at the institute. This provides us with an excellent opportunity to collaborate and work together to further advance research and other academic activities. @CGIPerth

[Sanjay Kumar Shukla @sshukla15]

Have you ever seen this?

sinθ ≈ θ

It looks simple, but it quietly explains much more than we realise.

Have you used it in your studies or professional work? Feel free to share, so we can all learn from your experience.

👉 Watch:
https://t.co/l9AxSZYs1g via @YouTube