Connect grassroots innovators with formal ecosystem: Minister
New Delhi, July 31 (IANS) Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh on Friday called for a seamless national innovation pathway to connect grassroots innovators with the formal innovation ecosystem. Addressing the ‘Grassroots Innovator Recognition Ceremony 2026’ at the Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre here, the minister honoured 26 grassroots innovators. These innovators developed practical, affordable and community-driven […]
‘Semicon 2.0’ to help Indian firms scale, boost indigenous intellectual property: IT Secretary
New Delhi, July 31 (IANS) India has built a strong foundation for semiconductor design through ISM 1.0 by expanding access to EDA tools across more than 340 institutions, supporting startups, and creating a vibrant innovation ecosystem, IT Secretary S. Krishnan said on Friday. With Semicon 2.0, “our focus is to help Indian companies scale, strengthen […]
Jupiter Life Line Hospitals Q1 profit falls 14.6 pc
Mumbai, July 31 (IANS) Multi-speciality hospital chain Jupiter Life Line Hospitals Limited on Friday reported a 14.6 per cent year-on-year (YoY) decline in its consolidated net profit for the quarter ended June 30 (Q1 FY27), as losses from the newly commissioned Dombivli hospital and higher launch-related marketing expenses weighed on profitability. The company posted […]
India, Rwanda to deepen bilateral trade, boost business-to-business engagement
New Delhi, Aug 1 (IANS) India and Rwanda have committed to expand bilateral trade and boost business-to-business engagement, as they reviewed the current state of bilateral trade in goods and services, an official statement said on Saturday. India remains Rwanda’s largest source of pharmaceutical imports, accounting for about 24.5 per cent of the country’s pharmaceutical […]
Andhra Pradesh’s first semiconductor plant to boost chip ecosystem, create jobs: Experts
New Delhi, Aug 1 (IANS) Andhra Pradesh’s first semiconductor manufacturing facility — inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Visakhapatnam under the India Semiconductor Mission — is expected to strengthen the state’s chip ecosystem, create high-skilled jobs and accelerate the growth of semiconductor manufacturing, industry experts said on Saturday. The facility which developed by ASIP […]
‘Samudra Manthan’ to foster industry collaboration, boost energy security: Pranav Adani
New Delhi, Aug 1 (IANS) The Centre’s newly approved ‘Samudra Manthan’ scheme will unlock India’s vast offshore energy potential, accelerate domestic oil and gas exploration and strengthen the country’s long-term energy security, Adani Enterprises Director Pranav Adani said on Saturday. The initiative marks a landmark step towards expanding India’s offshore exploration capabilities, according to him. […]
KL Rahul shares glimpses of ‘summering’ with Athiya Shetty and Ahan Shetty
Mumbai, Aug 1 (IANS) Indian cricketer KL Rahul gave fans a glimpse of his chill and calm summer getaway as he shared a series of candid pictures featuring his wife Athiya Shetty and brother-in-law Ahan Shetty. Taking to his social media account, Rahul shared a carousel of photographs with the simple caption, “Summering.” The pictures […]
Shankar Mahadevan on performing at Commonwealth Games 2026: There is a deep sense of responsibility
Mumbai, Aug 1 (IANS) Renowned singer and composer Shankar Mahadevan has been roped in to perform at India’s handover segment at the closing ceremony of the Commonwealth Games 2026, which will take place at Glasgow’s OVO Hydro on August 2. During the closing ceremony, India will formally be taking over the hosting duties for the […]
Urvashi Rautela meets Lamine Yamal’s mother during FIFA: Behind every great champion is an incredible mother
Mumbai, Aug 1 (IANS) Actress Urvashi Rautela made headlines once again during the FIFA World Cup 2026 as she met Sheila Ebana, the mother of Spanish football star Lamine Yamal. Shedding light on her meeting with the football’s mother, Urvashi stated that “Behind every great champion is an incredible mother.” Calling meeting Lamine Yamal’s mom […]
Nora Fatehi calls her latest single Slay to the Rhythm ‘a summer banger’
Mumbai, Aug 1 (IANS) Nora Fatehi treated the fans with the latest single, ‘Slay to the Rhythm’, from her EP, ‘Play’ on Saturday. Crooned by Nora Fatehi and Ma3iz with a score by Sanjoy, the track reached the music lovers after the success of ‘Champions’ and ‘Locked In’. Talking about her next, Nora Fatehi called […]
