Science & Technology
Startups key to make India 3rd largest economy by 2027: Piyush Goyal
New Delhi, April 3 (IANS) Currently the world's fifth-largest economy, India is on track to become the fourth-largest by the end of 2025 and the third-largest economy by 2027 — surpassing Japan and Germany, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, said on Thursday while crediting this growth to the robust startup ecosystem.
US tariffs a chance to boost 'Make in India', empower MSMEs: PHDCCI CEO
New Delhi, April 3 (IANS) Amid concerns over the US reciprocal tariffs, Ranjit Mehta, CEO of the PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI), said on Thursday that this is an opportunity for India for high-quality production and global expansion under the ‘Make in India’ and ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ initiatives.
Attero’s net profit falls 31 pc in FY24, firm says crosses Rs 1,000 cr in revenue (Lead)
New Delhi, April 3 (IANS) Electronic waste recycling startup Attero reported a 31 per cent decline in net profit in FY24 due to its rising expenses, according to the company’s latest financials.
India 2nd globally in unicorn creation, combined wealth surpasses $220 billion
New Delhi, April 3 (IANS) India added the second highest number of unicorns at six, as compared to top global tech startup ecosystems, in 2024 -- taking the combined valuation of current Indian unicorns to more than $220 billion, a report showed on Thursday.
Health & Travel
Over two dozen Jan Aushadhi Kendras currently operate in Bhagalpur, beneficiaries thank govt
Bhagalpur (Bihar), April 3 (IANS) The Pradhan Mantri Jan Aushadhi Kendra (PMBJK), an initiative by the Narendra Modi government, is rapidly emerging as a beacon of hope for the residents of Bihar's Bhagalpur. Currently, more than two dozen Jan Aushadhi Kendras are operating across 16 blocks in the Bihar district.
Common gut bacteria can make diabetes, cancer drugs less effective: Study
New Delhi, April 3 (IANS) Common gut bacteria can metabolise some oral medications potentially rendering these important drugs against migraines, depression, type 2 diabetes, and prostate cancer less effective, according to a study on Thursday.
Resilient economy: India’s GDP to see marginal 0.1 pc impact due to US tariffs
New Delhi, April 3 (IANS) The PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI) on Thursday said that owing to India’s price competitiveness and supportive government policies, it expects GDP to see only a marginal 0.1 per cent impact amid the recently announced US reciprocal tariffs.