Sops for private investors in nuclear energy on cardsThe Indian government is actively seeking private sector investment for its nuclear energy expansion plans, aiming to boost green transitio...
08 Jun, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
Shastra VC launches $100 million fund to back deeptech, AI startupsThe Bengaluru-based firm said the new vehicle will invest between $500,000 and $3 million in IP-led firms across these sectors. The launch ...
21 May, 2026, 09.49 PM IST
Flipkart puts IPO on ice; Rapido's $240 million raiseFlipkart has hit pause on its IPO in a jittery market. This and more in today's ETtech Top 5.
15 May, 2026, 08.09 PM IST
Minister Jitendra Singh says scientifically-conceived RDI Fund response enthusiasticIndia's new Research, Development, and Innovation Fund is receiving an enthusiastic response from the private sector. This unique initiativ...
06 May, 2026, 05.47 PM IST
Elmed Life Sciences raises $2.7 million from Nabard-backed Agrisure FundElmed Life Sciences has raised $2.7 million from Agrisure Fund, which is managed by Nabard-backed Nabventures. The company develops and man...
26 Mar, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
UPI’s Bharat push; Udaan preps reverse flipHappy Wednesday! NPCI is turning its attention to smaller states and the northeast, hoping to spark the next wave of UPI growth. This and m...
18 Mar, 2026, 07.35 AM IST
Centre relaxes norms for startups to avail funds from DSIRAt the 42nd foundation day celebrations of the DSIR, the Union Science and Technology Minister Jitendra Singh announced the removal of the ...
04 Jan, 2026, 10.53 PM IST
PM Modi to launch Rs 1 lakh crore fund to boost private sector R&D in AI, deeptechPM Narendra Modi is set to launch a Rs 1 lakh crore Research, Development, and Innovation (RDI) scheme on November 3 to build a strong, pri...
02 Nov, 2025, 06.58 PM IST
PM Modi to inaugurate Emerging Science and Technology Innovation Conclave on MondayPrime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the first Emerging Science and Technology Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) 2025 on November 3, laun...
02 Nov, 2025, 10.12 AM IST
Govt eyes November debut of 1 lakh crore RDI Fund to push innovationThe government is finalising the modalities of the Rs 1 lakh crore Research Development and Innovation (RDI) Fund announced in the budget t...
24 Sep, 2025, 06.00 AM IST
New $1 billion alliance formed to strengthen US-India deep tech tiesEight US and Indian VC and PE firms have formed the India Deep Tech Investment Alliance, pledging over $1 billion to early-stage Indian dee...
03 Sep, 2025, 01.40 PM IST
Rs 1 lakh crore fund to boost private sector R&D: Jitendra SinghScience and Technology Minister Jitendra Singh announced a Rs 1 lakh crore fund to empower the private sector in advancing India's sovereig...
01 Aug, 2025, 10.00 PM IST
RDI scheme to help promote startups engaged in sunrise sectors; boost domestic manufacturingThe government has taken a series of measures to promote budding entrepreneurs in the country under the Startup India initiative, launched ...
05 Jul, 2025, 11.12 AM IST
Cabinet opens right growth drawersIndia is strategically investing in research, development, and innovation (RDI) to boost manufacturing and upskill its workforce. The ₹1 la...
02 Jul, 2025, 11.13 PM IST
Cabinet approves employment-linked incentive (ELI) and research development and innovation (RDI) schemesThe two mega schemes will cost around Rs 2 lakh crore and aimed at enhancing formal job creation and enhanced private sector participation ...
02 Jul, 2025, 06.45 PM IST
A landmark day: PM Modi after Cabinet's nod to Khelo Bharat NitiThe government approved the Khelo Bharat Niti to boost sports. This policy focuses on excellence and economic development. A Research Devel...
02 Jul, 2025, 06.45 PM IST
Cabinet approves ₹2 lk cr package for jobs, R&D, sports policy and highway projectThe Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has given the green light to several significant initiatives. A substantial investm...
01 Jul, 2025, 07.20 PM IST