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Dailyhunt parent VerSe Innovation clocks 30 pc revenue dip in FY24
Bengaluru, March 26: VerSe Innovation, the parent company of Dailyhunt, has reported a significant decline in revenue for the financial year 2024 (FY24), as the company's total revenue dropped by 30.3 per cent.
MoD brainstorms with 50 MSMEs and start-ups to accelerate defence innovation
New Delhi, March 26: The Ministry of Defence (MoD) on Wednesday engaged with over 50 start-ups and Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to understand key challenges, identify opportunities, and support innovation in the defence sector, said an official statement from the Ministry of Defence.
AIIMS to launch human trials on indigenous MRI machine system in October
New Delhi, March 26: The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Delhi is expected to run human trials on India's first indigenously developed MRI machine system in October.
Maharashtra tops in startups and innovation: CM Fadnavis
Mumbai, March 25: Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday said that Mumbai is the financial capital of the country and Maharashtra is leading the country in data centers, startups, innovation and investments.
India, Singapore sign LOI on green shipping, digital corridor collaboration
New Delhi, March 25: Sarbananda Sonowal, Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW), attended today's signing ceremony of the Letter of Intent (LOI) between India and Singapore on maritime digitalisation (Digital Corridor Collaboration) and decarbonization (Green Shipping).
Agri Hackathon to provide direction for progress of Maha farm sector: Ajit Pawar
Mumbai, March 25: The Maharashtra government will hold the Agri Hackathon competition to provide opportunities to innovative researchers and also give a promising direction for the progress of the state's agriculture sector, Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, said on Tuesday.
India, IBM to explore potential collaborations in quantum, AI
New Delhi, March 25: The Indian government and IBM are exploring opportunities to collaborate on quantum computing, artificial intelligence (AI), and geospatial AI solutions, the Ministry of Science and Technology announced on Tuesday.
ICMR's i-DRONE initiative showcases aerial medical logistics for timely, efficient cornea transplants in pilot study
New Delhi, March 25: Aligning with the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to make India self-reliant and technologically empowered, the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has launched a pioneering study on the aerial transport of human corneas and amniotic membrane grafts, according to the ICMR press statement.
South Korea to foster 27,000 talents for bio-health industry in 2025
Seoul, March 25: The South Korean government will work to foster some 27,000 bio-health talents this year as part of efforts to promote growth of the industry, the health ministry said on Tuesday.
Singapore opens applications for methanol bunker suppliers
Singapore, March 25: Singapore's Maritime and Port Authority (MPA) is inviting applications for methanol bunker supplier licenses at the Port of Singapore, aiming to establish a full-scale methanol supply model, Senior Minister of State for Transport Amy Khor announced on Tuesday.
Startup India: 217 incubators selected with Rs 916.91 crore approved funding
New Delhi, March 25: In a boost to the domestic startup ecosystem, 217 incubators have been selected with a total approved funding of Rs 916.91 crore under the Startup India initiative (till January 31), the government informed on Tuesday.
Make India a producer and not consumer: Raghav Chadha pushes for 'Make AI in India' project
New Delhi, March 25: Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)'s Rajya Sabha member Raghav Chadha on Tuesday emphasised the need to expand the 'Make in India' initiative and bring Artificial Intelligence (AI) in its ambit for solidifying country's growth potential in next few decades.
Aerial transport of human corneas via drones may revolutionise eye care: ICMR
New Delhi, March 25: The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has in a pilot study demonstrated the potential of aerial transport of human corneas via drones to revolutionise eye care in the country, especially in rural areas, said the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on Tuesday.
Deloitte launches global AI simulation Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru
Bengaluru, March 25: Deloitte on Tuesday announced a significant scaling of its Global Artificial Intelligence (AI) Simulation Centre of Excellence (CoE) in India, which is part of its global investment of $3 billion in Generative AI (GenAI) through FY30.
NITI Aayog organizes National Workshop on 'Building Synergies in Indian Innovation Ecosystem' in GIFT City
Gandhinagar, March 24: NITI Aayog organized a National Workshop on "Building Synergies in Indian Innovation Ecosystem" at GIFT City, Gandhinagar, Gujarat.
Global telecom organisation GSMA elects Airtel's Gopal Vittal as Chairman
New Delhi, March 24: GSMA, a global organisation which represents mobile network operators worldwide, has elected Bharti Airtel Vice Chairman and MD, Gopal Vittal, as its new Chairman until the end of 2026, it was announced on Monday.
India must transition from service-based to product-based industry model: NITI Aayog
New Delhi, March 24: India must transition from a service-based to a product-based industry model, said Dr. V.
North East Innovation festival concludes in Guwahati
Guwahati, March 23: The North East Innovation Festival 2025 concluded on Sunday at the National Science Centre, Khanapara, Guwahati. The National Science Centre organised the festival under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, in collaboration with the National Innovation Foundation. It celebrated grassroots innovations from across the region.
Bihar Diwas 2025 showcases education, innovation & cultural programs on Day 1 at Patna's Gandhi Maidan
Patna, March 23: Bihar Diwas 2025 began with much fanfare at Patna's Gandhi Maidan on Saturday, as Chief Minister Nitish Kumar officially inaugurated the five-day celebration.
Piyush Goyal attends Assembly-level startup festival in Gujarat's Vejalpur constituency
Ahmedabad, March 22: Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal on Saturday attended the legislative-assembly-level startup festival in Ahmedabad's Vejalpur.
CM Bhupendra Patel inaugurates Vejalpur Startup Festival 2.0
Gandhinagar, March 22: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel inaugurated the Vejalpur Startup Festival 2.0, a pioneering legislative assembly-level startup festival.
AI adoption key to Small and Medium Enterprises growth in India: Experts
New Delhi, March 22: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly evolving and continuously changing the landscape for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in India and can boost efficiency & business growth for SMEs, according to the leaders who converged at Nasscom Global Confluence 2025 in New Delhi.
Meghalaya leverages traditional healers and technology to fight TB
By Shalini Bhardwaj, Ri Bhoi, March 22: In a bid to address tuberculosis (TB) in Meghalaya, the state government has rolled out an innovative TB Control Program that combines traditional healing methods with modern medical technology.rn
J-K: Udhampur sees surge in strawberry farming, thanks to govt schemes
Udhampur, March 22: Udhampur district is fast emerging as a strawberry producing centre, with increasing numbers of farmers opting for strawberry cultivation with astounding success. Capitalising on government schemes, farmers in the district have set up strawberry farms that are earning handsome revenues, particularly as strawberry rates have struck high this season.
STPI launches open challenge program for health-tech startups; applications open from March 21
New Delhi, March 22: The Software Technology Parks of India (STPI) has launched the Open Challenge Program (OCP) 6.0 at the STPI MedTech Centre of Excellence (CoE) in collaboration with SGPGIMS Lucknow, the Government of Uttar Pradesh, AiMeD, and the Andhra Pradesh MedTech Zone (AMTZ).
Experts in Meghalaya using Made in India Sputum collection machines for TB detection
By Shalini Bhardwaj, Shillong, March 22: The 100 Days TB Elimination campaign launched on December 7, last year nationwide and in Meghalaya has accelerated TB detection, treatment and awareness.
Ensuring US Military has greatest fighting force world has ever known: Defence Secy hosts Elon Musk at Pentagon
Washington DC, March 22: Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth hosted entrepreneur and Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) Head Elon Musk at the Pentagon, where they discussed innovation, efficiency, and smarter production within the Defense Department.
Experts in Meghalaya using Made in India Sputum collection machines for TB detection
By Shalini Bhardwaj, Shillong, March 22 (ANI): The 100 Days TB Elimination campaign launched on December 7, last year nationwide and in Meghalaya has accelerated TB detection, treatment and awareness.
Johnson & Johnson increases US investment to more than USD 55 billion over next 4 yrs
Washington, DC, March 22: Johnson and Johnson, US healthcare's leading, most comprehensive innovation powerhouse, announced on Friday that it will invest more than USD 55 billion in manufacturing, research and development, and technology in the United States over the next four years.
Ambassador of France to India undertakes visit to Chennai to bolster ties
New Delhi, March 21: The Ambassador of France to India, Thierry Mathou, undertook a three-day visit to Chennai from March 19 to 21, 2025, to expand the scope of Indo-French cooperation projects in various fields, notably in the sectors of tech and innovation, climate change and marine pollution, as well as economic and academic exchanges, a release said.
Startups are engines of innovation and economic growth: MeitY Secretary
New Delhi, March 22: Startups are the engines of innovation and economic growth and their disruptive spirit, agility and commitment to solving real-world challenges are shaping India's future, S. Krishnan, Secretary, MeitY, has said.
Industrial electronics to help India reach $500 bn manufacturing goal: Experts
New Delhi, March 21: Industrial electronics, which contributes 20 per cent to India’s current $150 billion electronics production, can help the country lead the Industrial Revolution 4.0 and reach the $500 billion manufacturing goal, industry experts said on Friday.
AI-based solutions transforming public health system in India: Centre
New Delhi, March 21: The Health Ministry on Friday said it is leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to drive transformative change in public health services across the country.
Apple's iOS 19: What to expect from the upcoming software update
Washington, March 21: Apple's upcoming software update, iOS 19, is expected to bring significant design changes, new features, and improvements to the iPhone experience.
World eyes India for product quality, businesses: Jayant Chaudhary
New Delhi, March 21: The world is eyeing India for the quality of its products and businesses, said Jayant Chaudhary, Minister of State (I/C), for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship.
Centre doubles down on systematic overhaul of semiconductor design approach
New Delhi, March 21: In a bid to make chip design a strategic necessity, the government is in the process of systematic overhaul of semiconductor design approach at more than 300 organisations across the country — including 250 academic institutions and 65 startups.
Snack break before we get to work: Bill Gates enjoys vada pav with Sachin Tendulkar
New Delhi, March 21: Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist Bill Gates shared a video with Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, captioned "A snack break before we get to work," as per a video posted by Gates on Instagram.
Bharat Biotech launches India's only integrated cell, gene therapy, and viral production facility
Hyderabad, March 20: Bharat Biotech International Limited (BBIL), a pioneer in affordable indigenous vaccine development and manufacturing, announced today the launch of India's only vertically integrated, purpose-designed Cell and Gene Therapy (CGT) Infrastructure and Viral Vector Production Facility at Genome Valley in Telangana's Hyderabad expanding its expertise from vaccine innovation to leading-edge regenerative and personalised therapies that promise hope for millions, said a release.
Centre democratizing chip designing in the country, boosting indigenization
New Delhi, March 20: Understanding chip design as a strategic necessity, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), with its series of graded and proactive steps, is in the process of systematic overhauling the semiconductor design approach at 300+ organizations across the country (including 250 academic institutions and 65 start-up companies).
Exciting to see effective innovation done in a clever way: Bill Gates praises India's growth story
New Delhi, March 20: Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist Bill Gates has praised India's role in global innovation, emphasising the country's contributions in vaccines, artificial intelligence (AI), and digital infrastructure.