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
Why SpaceX's mega IPO may not signal a broader rebound in listingsSpaceX's huge IPO is set to capture global attention. However, experts believe this event may not reflect the true health of the broader IP...
21 May, 2026, 06.17 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
Most US companies seen sticking with quarterly reportingU.S. firms may soon have the option to report earnings semi-annually instead of quarterly, a proposal revived by President Trump. While pro...
24 Apr, 2026, 09.41 AM IST
What is shelf-stable synthetic blood? The scientific advancement that could transform battlefield and emergency careA revolutionary synthetic blood is nearing human trials. This freeze-dried product can be stored for years at room temperature. It can be r...
23 Apr, 2026, 12.43 PM IST
Inside China’s ‘Magic’ factories: The tech playbook India can’t ignoreChina's state-of-the-art factories reflect its commitment to innovation, backed by robust research and development initiatives. This enviro...
20 Apr, 2026, 11.31 PM IST
BIRAC fuels innovation with Rs 4,200 crore funding across 15 lakh startups and entrepreneursIndia's Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council, BIRAC, marked its 14th Foundation Day. It has significantly boosted India's bio...
19 Mar, 2026, 06.58 PM IST
Angel fund FAAD Capital invests in four agritech startupsFAAD has infused over $1,21,000 in four startups. Beyond the pre-seed funding, FAAD Capital will offer post-funding support, including conn...
24 Jul, 2024, 04.26 PM IST
New biotech startups: Maharashtra emerges on top, Telangana & Karnataka followMaharashtra is home to 966 biotech startups, the largest number in any state.
27 Jul, 2022, 03.20 PM IST
CEPI partners Bharat Biotech to develop 'variant-proof' vaccine"Our expertise in product development and innovation, especially with novel adjuvants and platform technologies will add to the strong part...
11 May, 2022, 10.28 AM IST
Hester Biosciences to roll out Covaxin drug substance by April 2022Ahmedabad-based Hester Biosciences is a part of Gujarat Covid Vaccine Consortium (GCVC), which in May this year signed an agreement with Bh...
29 Dec, 2021, 12.41 PM IST
Bharat Biotech, IVI launch Chikungunya Vaccine Phase 2/3 trial in Costa RicaCEPI first partnered with IVI and Bharat Biotech in June 2020, providing up to USD 14.1 million for vaccine manufacturing and clinical deve...
25 Aug, 2021, 11.15 AM IST
Bharat Biotech plans more vaccine from Bengaluru unitBharat Biotech has written to the department of biotechnology for funds to expand its manufacturing capacities. “The company has asked for ...
06 Apr, 2021, 07.38 AM IST
Bharat Biotech seeks govt aid to boost Covid vaccine productionThe company has written to the Department of Biotechnology seeking Rs 100 crore to ramp up its manufacturing capacity.
27 Mar, 2021, 07.12 AM IST
Karnataka Government grants Rs 10.70 crore to 26 startups in BioTech sectorThe 26 winners of the Idea2PoC (proof of concept) received cheques ranging upto Rs 50 lakh (each) in the first tranche from IT, BT & Touris...
09 May, 2017, 05.30 PM IST
- Biotech start-ups look for growth boosters
As risk capital flow for biotechnology start-ups in India picks up, entrepreneurs are now seeking greater support in policy, intellectual p...
26 Nov, 2010, 02.54 AM IST
- State to hardsell biotech cos to foreign investors
The Maharashtra state government will extend its hand-holding services for start-up companies in the biotechnology field by recommending th...
30 Oct, 2006, 01.36 AM IST