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Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke at the event celebrating ten years of the Startup India initiative, emphasizing the crucial evolution and impact of startups on the Indian economy. Initiatives such as the Atal Tinkering Labs, various seed funding schemes, and ecosystems for innovation were highlighted as pivotal components in fostering
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The Indian government's Department of Science & Technology (DST) has established 15 Inclusive Technology Business Incubators (i-TBI) in universities nationwide to democratize invention and entrepreneurship beyond major cities. These incubators are part of efforts to enhance local innovation ecosystems, with a special focus on inclusivity and supporting women-led
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Dr. Jitendra Singh, the Union Minister of State for Science and Technology, emphasized the importance of collaborative partnerships among industry, academia, and government to propel India's R&D capabilities. Speaking at the Global Summit on Industry–Academia Partnership 2025, he highlighted the crucial role of private sector
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Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State for Science & Technology, announced a ₹1 lakh crore Research, Development, and Innovation (RDI) Fund aimed at powering India's future as a leader in bio-driven technologies. The fund is designed to foster partnerships between government, industry, and investors, boosting India'
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The Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) of NITI Aayog has partnered with CFA Institute India to enhance financial literacy and governance in India's innovation ecosystem. This collaboration aims to support Atal Tinkering Labs, Incubation Centres, and startups by providing structured financial education and capacity-building programs. The partnership will also
Nafithromycin
India has successfully developed its first indigenous antibiotic, Nafithromycin, effective against resistant respiratory infections, particularly benefiting cancer patients and diabetics. This achievement, a collaboration between the Department of Biotechnology and Wockhardt, highlights the importance of a self-sustainable innovation ecosystem. Additionally, a breakthrough in gene therapy for Hemophilia has been reported,