Government stares at Bt brinjal moment before taking call on GM mustard05 Oct, 2016, 09.20 PM IST
Central regulator poised to give its nod to GM mustard; Activists raise objectionsIf the decision finally goes in favour of the commercial release of the GM mustard, it will be the first food crop to be cleared for cultiv...
20 Jun, 2016, 11.36 PM IST
Government's decision on GM pulses depends on regulator GEACAfter the selection of appropriate events and clearance of RCGM, transgenic events will be submitted to GEAC for further observation and ap...
31 May, 2016, 07.52 PM IST
Govt go ahead for field trials of transgenic silkwormsIndia is the second largest producer of silk and accounts for nearly 18 per cent of global raw silk production.
14 Feb, 2016, 12.50 PM IST
Research in transgenic crops must comply with rules: Radha Mohan SinghAmid growing opposition against genetically modified (GM) crops, Agriculture Minister Radha Mohan Singh today pitched for research work in ...
05 Feb, 2016, 07.36 PM IST
Niti Aayog takes on GM critics, draws fireNiti Aayog has recently come out with a paper highlighting the benefits of the transgenic technology and its effectiveness in increasing ag...
29 Jan, 2016, 01.08 PM IST
Anti-GM groups question NITI Aayog's pro-transgenic crops paperGovernment may be treading cautiously over the controversial issue of genetically modified (GM) technology, but its think-tank NITI Aayog h...
28 Jan, 2016, 08.45 PM IST
Transgene alleges $38 million fraud by Nirmal Kotecha, aidesCity-based Transgene Biotek has accused the known securities market offender Nirmal Kotecha of duping it to the tune of around $38.42 milli...
16 Dec, 2014, 07.30 AM IST
Govt moves closer to allow field trials for GM crops in IndiaThe government on Wednesday made its intention clear by announcing that it does not have any reservation against transgenic crop.
27 Feb, 2014, 10.59 AM IST
- PAU inks pact with Gujarat state seed corporation
The Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) has entered into a strategic partnership with Gujarat State Seed Corporation (GSSC) through the si...
11 Sep, 2013, 06.17 PM IST
- Scientists panel recommends 10-year moratorium on field trials of Bt food crops
A panel of scientists set up on the orders of the Supreme Court has recommended a ten-year moratorium on field trials of all genetically mo...
20 Oct, 2012, 09.10 AM IST
Transgene Biotek joins hands with Mauritius-based FII, to delist sharesTransgene Biotek has announced that Stream Value Fund has agreed to join hands on a long-term basis to support its drug discovery activity.
07 Oct, 2012, 03.05 PM IST
- Transgene Biotek stock up after delisting plan announced
The scrip has been generating huge volumes after the promoters, with a holding of just 9.8%, announced a delisting plan.
21 Sep, 2012, 05.02 AM IST
A ban on the use of crops with transgenic traits is unscientific and India needs new technologies to raise farm yieldsBoth yield-enhancement and yield-stabilisation are critical for feeding a global population of over seven billion, and still increasing.
14 Jun, 2012, 07.15 AM IST
- Transgene to sell bio-generic product to German co for Rs 26 cr
Erythropoietin is a hormone produced by the kidney that promotes the formation of red blood cells in the bone marrow.
23 Nov, 2011, 03.25 PM IST
- Transgene in pact with Dr Reddy's for obesity drug
Biotechnology firm Transgene Biotek said on Thursday it has signed a pact with Dr Reddy's Lab to manufacture a drug named, Orlistat used in...
07 Jan, 2010, 09.25 PM IST
- GMOs may come under FTP ambit
The Government is proposing to bring out comprehensive norms for exports and import of Genetically Modified Organisms.
10 Feb, 2006, 01.15 PM IST