New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that nearly 44,000 startups were registered across India in 2025, marking the highest annual addition since the launch of the Startup India initiative a decade ago. Addressing a mega event commemorating 10 years of the flagship programme, the Prime Minister described…
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A Decade of Startup India: Driving Innovation & Growth
As India celebrates 10 years of the Startup India initiative, the country has firmly established itself as one of the world’s largest and most diverse startup ecosystems. With over 2 lakh DPIIT-recognised startups as of December 2025, India’s entrepreneurial landscape is transforming economic growth, job creation, and social inclusion nationwide….
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NFRA–IndiaAI Launch AI Challenge for Financial Compliance
In a significant push towards technology-driven regulation, the National Financial Reporting Authority (NFRA), in collaboration with IndiaAI, has launched the IndiaAI Financial Reporting Compliance Challenge. Announced on Tuesday, the challenge invites Indian companies and DPIIT-recognised startups to develop advanced AI-powered solutions capable of analysing complex financial documents and validating them…
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Trade Marks & Patent Agent Exams 2026 See Massive Participation
The 2026 Trade Marks Agent Examination (TAE) and Patent Agent Examination (PAE) witnessed significant participation, reflecting the growing interest in intellectual property (IP) careers across India. Conducted by the Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks (CGPDTM), these exams drew over 6,300 registered candidates nationwide. Trade…
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VP C.P. Radhakrishnan Launches Drug-Free Campus Drive at DU
The Vice-President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, on Tuesday inaugurated the Drug Free Campus Campaign at the University of Delhi, calling upon students across the country to actively reject substance abuse and commit to a life of character, discipline and national responsibility. The initiative is part of the larger…
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IndiaAI, MeitY to Host UP Regional AI Impact Conference 2026
IndiaAI, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), and the Government of Uttar Pradesh are set to host the Uttar Pradesh Regional AI Impact Conference 2026 in Lucknow on January 12 and 13. The high-level conference will focus on advancing responsible, inclusive and scalable adoption of artificial…
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DSIR Relaxes Norms for Deep-Tech Startups on 42nd Foundation Day
In a major boost to India’s deep-tech startup ecosystem, the Government of India has announced a key relaxation in eligibility norms for recognition under the Department of Scientific and Industrial Research (DSIR). The announcement was made on Saturday during the 42nd Foundation Day celebrations of DSIR, marking a decisive policy…
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India Approves 22 ECMS Proposals for Manufacturing Push
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has approved 22 proposals under the Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS), marking a significant push to strengthen India’s domestic electronics manufacturing ecosystem. The projects, with a projected investment of Rs 41,863 crore, are expected to generate 33,791 direct jobs across the country….
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PSA Launches National Technology Readiness Framework in India
New Delhi: In a major push to strengthen India’s innovation ecosystem, the Principal Scientific Adviser (PSA) to the Government of India, Prof. Ajay Kumar Sood, on Monday unveiled the National Technology Readiness Assessment Framework (NTRAF), a landmark initiative aimed at standardising the evaluation of technology maturity across sectors. Launched on…
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BRIC Secretariat Inaugurated, Boost to India’s Bioeconomy
Ahead of the New Year, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology Dr. Jitendra Singh on Monday inaugurated the new Secretariat complex of the Biotechnology Research and Innovation Council (BRIC) in New Delhi, describing it as a landmark step in strengthening India’s future bioeconomy and biomanufacturing ecosystem….