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NITI Aayog roadmap targets USD 691 bn bioeconomy by 2035; Jitendra Singh says India ready to lead biotech revolution

India's bioeconomy can reach USD 691 billion by 2035, creating millions of high-value jobs. The nation aims to become a top global biotechnology power, driving future growth. A roadmap proposes six National BioMissions and a significant growth fund for development. Talent development, including engineering biology courses, is deemed critical for…

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Jitendra Singh releases Rs 1,500 crore under third phase of Biomedical Research Career Programme

Union Minister Jitendra Singh released fifteen hundred crore rupees for the Biomedical Research Career Programme. This funding supports outstanding biomedical researchers and promotes collaborative research initiatives. The program, initiated in two thousand eight, has supported over five hundred researchers. It has also strengthened research across more than two hundred institutions…

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AI to be defining force for 'Viksit Bharat@2047': Jitendra Singh

Union Minister Jitendra Singh proclaimed that India is set to achieve developed nation status by 2047, thanks to human-led AI advancements. He stressed that technology should enhance, rather than replace, governance and accountability. The recent National Conference on e-Governance culminated in the Jaipur Declaration, outlining a future focused on AI-driven…

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India, South Korea discuss cooperation in digital governance, citizen-centric service delivery

India and South Korea are exploring enhanced cooperation in digital governance, e-government, and citizen-centric service delivery. Discussions between Union Minister Jitendra Singh and Korean Minister Yun Hojung focused on a Memorandum of Understanding to boost public administration and innovation. Both nations aim to leverage technology, including AI, for improved governance…

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India now has 2.3 lakh startups, generated 25 lakh jobs: Union minister Jitendra Singh

India's startup sector has created 25 lakh jobs in the last decade, becoming a major economic force. From just a few hundred startups in 2014, India now boasts 2.3 lakh startups, ranking third globally. These ventures are expanding beyond major cities, fostering innovation and entrepreneurship across the nation.

The Economic Times

India grants retrospective custom duty relief on imports of select nuclear power generation equipment

India has granted retrospective customs duty relief on specified nuclear power generation equipment imported between April 1, 2019 and January 31, 2026. The move exempts eligible imports from any duty demands for the period, providing certainty to importers and regularising past shipments used in nuclear power projects.

The Economic Times

Chenani-Nashri's two-lane tube tunnel gets green light: Union Minister Jitendra Singh

A new two-lane tunnel will be built parallel to the Dr Syama Prasad Mookerjee tunnel. This project, announced by Union Minister Jitendra Singh, will ease traffic on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway. The existing tunnel, India's longest road tunnel, connects Udhampur with Ramban. The new tunnel aims to increase capacity and…

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India, Germany explore cooperation in quantum communication, space and deep-tech innovation

India and Germany on Tuesday explored expanded cooperation in quantum communication, photonics, quantum satellite communication, space technologies and other frontier areas of deep-tech innovation, during a high-level meeting between visiting German delegation and Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology Jitendra Singh.

The Economic Times

IMD new monsoon forecast system: How AI will allow weather department in predicting rains

The India Meteorological Department has launched an AI-enabled monsoon advance forecasting system and a high-resolution spatial rainfall forecast for Uttar Pradesh. These new services aim to provide farmers and other stakeholders with precise, location-specific weather information up to four weeks in advance, supporting better decision-making across various sectors.

The Economic Times

IAF Jawan, Father Allegedly Assaulted by Wedding Procession in UP’s Bulandshahr

An Indian Air Force (IAF) jawan and his father have alleged that they were brutally assaulted by members of a wedding procession near Amargarh village in Uttar Pradesh’s Bulandshahr district on February 19.

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Himanta Biswa Sarma Files ₹500 Crore Defamation Case Against Congress Leaders

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday said he has filed a defamation case seeking ₹500 crore in damages against Congress leaders Gaurav Gogoi, Jitendra Singh and Bhupesh Baghel, accusing them of making false and defamatory allegations against him.

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India's Parliament approves bill to open civil nuclear power sector to private firms

India’s Parliament has approved new legislation to open the civil nuclear power sector to private companies

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Indian officials fear several people have been killed by Kashmir flash floods

Indian officials say several people are feared dead in flash floods caused by torrential rains in a remote, mountainous village in Indian-controlled Kashmir

The Independent UK

India delays 1st Gaganyaan astronaut launch to 2027

India now plans to launch astronauts to Earth orbit for the first time no sooner than 2027, after completing a series of uncrewed flight tests slated to begin later this year.

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Hyderabad-based CSIR institutes driving innovation in drug discovery, genetic diagnostics: Dr. Jitendra Singh

Union Minister of State for Science & Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh, commended the pivotal role played by Hyderabad-based CSIR institutes in advancing drug discovery, genetic diagnostics, and the development of cost-effective Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) Read further on Dynamite News

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Center says retirement age not to be changed for govt employees

In a written reply in the Lok Sabha, Union Minister of State said the government has no policy to abolish vacancy created by retirement of employees. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Kapil Mishra used word ‘Pakistan’ to ‘spew hatred’, and ‘garner votes’: Delhi court

A Delhi court on Friday said the word “Pakistan” was “very skillfully woven” by BJP leader and Delhi’s new law and order minister Kapil Mishra “to promote enmity on the grounds of religion” and “spew hatred” “only to garner votes” in 2020, reported Live Law.

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Delhi court reserves order on anticipatory bail plea of AAP's Amanatullah Khan

Special Judge Jitendra Singh reserved the order after clarification from Delhi Police and defence counsel. Read further on Dynamite News:

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‘Key to space ambitions’: India succeeds in historic space docking mission

Only the US, Russia and China have previously docked in space. The expertise is critical for advanced missions.

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ISRO postpones Spadex mission docking to January 9

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has announced the postponement of the docking of its Spadex mission program, initially scheduled for January 7, 2025. Read further on Dynamite News:

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ISRO set to launch NVS-02 satellite in Jan 2025, with more missions planned for upcoming year: ISRO Chief

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is preparing for the launch of the NVS-02 satellite in January 2025, aboard the Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV), said ISRO Chairman S Somanath. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Lateral entry withdrown: DoPT minister writes to Chairman UPSC

DoPT Minister Dr Jitendra Singh writes a two-page letter to Chairman UPSC on canceling the Lateral Entry advertisement as per directions of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Full details on Dynamite News:

The Times of India

Shreyas Royal is youngest British GM

LONDON: A 15-year-old Indian-origin chess player has become the youngest ever British grandmaster.

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London chess player, 15, becomes Britain's youngest grandmaster as his father tells of pride

Shreyas Royal smashes his own target by six years

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Boy, 15, becomes youngest British chess grandmaster

Shreyas Royal, whose family was granted visa after appeal by Rachel Reeves, aspires to become world chess champion by 21

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