The inception of DBT (Department of Biotechnology) in India was in 1986, when the then Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi established the Department of Biotechnology within the Ministry of Science and Technology, recognizing its importance for economic growth.
India’s stance on the e-commerce moratorium reflects its broader goal of securing digital sovereignty and protecting domestic interests. However, imposing custom duties that are not flexible carries the risk of stifling innovation and potential isolation from global technological advances.
The Railways (Amendment) Bill, 2024 was introduced in Lok Sabha on August 9, 2024. The Bill seeks to repeal the Railway Board Act of 1905.
Given the need for large amounts money to step up India’s paltry R&D effort, and the public’s appetite for risk, we could have several venture funds that invest in research-intensive start-ups.
The Prime Minister of India presented a vision for the country's transportation system centered on the seven Cs: common, connected, convenient, congestion-free, charged, clean, and cutting-edge mobility, at the Global Mobility Summit in September 2018.
The closure of the UK's last coal-fired plant highlights the shift to renewables and nuclear energy amid climate concerns. Should India consider diversifying its energy sources too?
The recently released report, "Future Pandemic Preparedness and Emergency Response: A Framework for Action", by the Expert Group constituted by NITI Aayog, offers a comprehensive roadmap for managing future public health crises.