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The Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme

Syllabus: Environment Source:  TOI Context: Prime Minister of India inaugurated the Emerging Science & Technology Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) 2025 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, and launched the ₹1 lakh-crore Research, Development, and Innovation (RDI) Scheme Fund to boost private investment in high-risk, high-impact R&D projects. About India Leap in R &D: India’s R&D Push: Strategic …

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Employability in Crisis

Syllabus: Economics Source:  TH Context: India faces an employability crisis, with only 42.6% of graduates deemed job-ready, exposing a widening gap between academic learning and industry needs. About Employability in Crisis: Definition: Employability refers to a graduate’s ability to acquire, apply, and adapt knowledge, skills, and mindset to succeed in dynamic work environments. Purpose: It …

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UPSC Editorial Analysis: Boosting Research & Development (R&D) in the Private Sector

General Studies-2; Topic: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation.   Introduction The Indian government’s proposal to launch a ₹1 lakh crore fund to support Research and Development (R&D) in the private sector is a landmark initiative aimed at boosting India’s innovation ecosystem. Under this …

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